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We believe every student deserves meaningful learning experiences that help them grow, succeed, and prepare for the future. Our classroom lessons are  designed to build strong academic skills while encouraging curiosity, creativity, problem-solving, and a love of learning.

Our teachers work together to provide high-quality instruction that meets the needs of all students. We use state approved high quality instructional materials, classroom assessments, and student progress data to guide teaching, provide additional support when needed, and offer opportunities for enrichment.

Families and community members are important partners in student success. This page provides information about the programs and resources used in our schools, assessment information, academic supports, and ways families can support learning at home

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Curriculum and Instructional Resources

Preble Shawnee Local Schools uses high-quality instructional materials to support student learning across all grade levels. These materials are selected to align with Ohio’s Learning Standards and provide students with consistent, engaging, and meaningful learning experiences.

English Language Arts

Our English language arts programs help students develop strong reading, writing, speaking, listening, and critical-thinking skills.

  • HMH Into Reading supports literacy instruction in grades K–4.
  • Savvas myView Literacy and myPerspectives support reading and writing instruction in the middle and high school grades.
  • Additional resources are used to strengthen foundational reading skills and provide intervention or enrichment when needed.

Mathematics

Our mathematics curriculum focuses on conceptual understanding, problem-solving, mathematical reasoning, and the application of skills.

  • Eureka Math² provides the primary mathematics curriculum for elementary and middle school students.
  • Savvas enVision Mathematics supports mathematics instruction at the high school level.
  • Supplemental resources may be used for practice, intervention, progress monitoring, and enrichment.

Science

Science instruction encourages students to investigate, ask questions, solve problems, and make connections to the world around them.

  • Savvas – Interactive Science provides standards-aligned instructional materials and digital resources.
  • Students participate in hands-on learning, scientific inquiry, and real-world applications.

Social Studies

Social studies instruction helps students understand history, geography, government, economics, and civic responsibility. Teachers use standards-aligned materials and primary sources to help students make connections between the past, present, and future.

Additional Programs and Resources

The district also provides instructional programs and resources in the following areas:

  • Fine arts
  • Health and physical education
  • Technology
  • Career and technical education
  • Gifted education
  • Special education
  • College and career readiness

Teachers may also use approved digital tools and supplemental materials to meet student needs, provide targeted support, and extend learning.