District 65 needs new leadership in Performance Management & Accountability and curriculum design. We need more of a focus on differentiated instruction and to not be afraid of grouping kids according to their current learning stage. Teachers need to be able to focus on specific learning stages so kids can thoroughly learn each skill before moving on to the next one. And kids need grades to build accountability. Support teachers and direct financial resources towards teaching fundamental skills followed by advanced skills. Money should not go to construction and consultants- make classroom instruction and academic excellence the priority.