Mukilteo School Board hears survey showing multi‑year gains in culture and climate

Dr. Joanne Mignon, the district's director of assessment and student success, presented three years of culture‑and‑climate survey results tied to the district's strategic goals, telling the board the data show "increases of 11% over 3 years" on some student measures and an 8‑point gain in organizational reliability metrics.

The presentation, introduced by Board President Kenny, covered responses from students, school staff, district staff and families. Dr. Mignon said student responses rose on measures of supportive learning environments, belonging and identity, and self management. She highlighted increases in staff responses for statements about school safety and the district's focus on instructional improvement and professional development.

Board members responded positively. One director called the results "amazing" and credited district staff and leadership for the improvements. President Kenny said the trends were encouraging but urged caution, noting that some scores remain around the mid‑50s and that district communication could improve to lift lagging items.

The presentation included repeated references to alignment with the district's strategic plan and to targeted next steps; Dr. Mignon identified follow‑up work on professional development, use of data to guide instruction and continued attention to family engagement. Board members asked clarifying questions about specific survey items and praised the team for sharing trend materials and a resource page for deeper review.

The board did not take formal action on the report; presenters said next steps would include continued analysis and work tied to the strategic plan.