At the October 28, 2024 School District of Baraboo Board of Education meeting, fifteen dedicated educators were celebrated for achieving substantial growth in student math and reading scores during the 2023-2024 school year. The educators’ efforts, measured through the iReady Diagnostic, revealed remarkable progress in both English Language Arts (ELA) and mathematics. Notably, the national average for growth is 100%, meaning each educator on this list achieved student growth of at least 1 ¾ years, reflecting the district’s strong commitment to academic excellence.
Ms. Ehlert was recognized for: 448 % Fall to Spring Median Student Growth on iReady Diagnostic during 2023-2024 School Year For ELA 9. 372 % Fall to Spring Median Student Growth on iReady Diagnostic during 2023-2024 School Year For ELA 8.
Mrs Hall was recognized for: 350 % Fall to Spring Median Student Growth on iReady Diagnostic during 2023-2024 School Year For ELA 8.
Mr. Culbertson was recognized for: 284 % Fall to Spring Median Student Growth on iReady Diagnostic during 2023-2024 School Year For Pre Algebra.
Mrs. Anderson was recognized for:308% Fall to Spring Median Student Growth on iReady Diagnostic during 2023-2024 School Year For ELA 8.
Mr. Beall was recognized for: 221 % Fall to Spring Median Student Growth on iReady Diagnostic during 2023-2024 School Year For Pre Algebra. 200% Fall to Spring Median Student Growth on iReady Diagnostic during 2023-2024 School Year For for Algebra.
Ms. Schmidt was recognized for: 218% Fall to Spring Median Student Growth on iReady Diagnostic during 2023-2024 School Year For ELA 7. 183% Fall to Spring Median Student Growth on iReady Diagnostic during 2023-2024 School Year For ELA 7.
Ms. O’Donnell was recognized for: 211% Fall to Spring Median Student Growth on iReady Diagnostic during 2023-2024 School Year For Pre Algebra. 178 % Fall to Spring Median Student Growth on iReady Diagnostic during 2023-2024 School Year For Pre Algebra.
Ms. Shafer was recognized for 211% Fall to Spring Median Student Growth on iReady Reading Diagnostic during 2023-2024 School Year f.
Ms. Wisby was recognized for 200 % Fall to Spring Median Student Growth on iReady Diagnostic during 2023-2024 School Year For ELA 8.
Ms. Hefner was recognized for 195% Fall to Spring Median Student Growth on iReady Reading Diagnostic during 2023-2024 School Year (2nd year of recognition!!).
Ms. Hilke was recognized for 193% Fall to Spring Median Student Growth on iReady Reading Diagnostic during 2023-2024 School Year.
Ms. Gissel was recognized for 192% Fall to Spring Median Student Growth on iReady Reading Diagnostic during 2023-2024 School Year (2nd year of recognition).
Ms. Rundio was recognized for 178% Fall to Spring Median Student Growth on iReady Reading Diagnostic during 2023-2024 School Year (2nd year of recognition).
Ms. Klah was recognized for 175% Fall to Spring Median Student Growth on iReady Reading Diagnostic during 2023-2024 School Year.
Mr. Kramer was recognized for 172% Fall to Spring Median Student Growth on iReady Reading Diagnostic during 2023-2024 School Year (2nd year of recognition).
This recognition underscores the School District of Baraboo's dedication to educational excellence and its commitment to equipping students with the skills they need to succeed. By celebrating these achievements, the district hopes to inspire continued progress in student learning, fostering a culture where growth, innovation, and high standards in education are both expected and achieved.