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      "Illustrative Math K-5 mathematics curriculum",
      "Supplemental English Learning Development Curriculum from Language Power K-8",
      "Integrated English Learner Development strategies grades 3-8",
      "Student Goal-Setting Conferences",
      "Professional Learning Cycles",
      "Multi-Tiered System of Support (MTSS)",
      "Inclusive practices",
      "Welcoming environments",
      "Equity stance",
      "RCSD Student Learner Profile",
      "Universal Design for Learning (UDL)",
      "Science of Reading",
      "California Reading and Literacy Project",
      "STEAM professional development",
      "Creative communicators",
      "Empowered learners"
    ]
  }
}