ADOPTION OF TEXTBOOKS AND INSTRUCTIONAL MATERIALS. The Union and the District recognize that teacher input into the selection of text books/instructional materials, programs or initiatives contribute to the academic success of our students. To facilitate and ensure teacher input, the Union and the District agree to the following. The Academic Review/Advisory Committee (“ARAC”) will be organized. 1) Organization and Structure of the ARAC a) The ARAC will consist of seven administrators appointed by the District and seven members appointed by the Union. b) The ARAC will meet on a monthly basis. 2) Purposes of the ARAC a) To organize subcommittees whenever the District considers the adoption of textbooks/ instructional materials, programs or initiatives in any specific subject area, program or grade level. i) The ARAC will review the recommendations of the subcommittees and determine a final recommendation based on a majority vote. ii) The ARAC will submit recommendations to the Superintendent for consideration and final approval. The Superintendent is not required to follow the ARAC recommendation(s). b) The ARAC will evaluate programs, initiatives, and assessments on an on-going basis, provide feedback to the Superintendent, and make recommendations on any changes and/or modifications that may become necessary during the year.
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