STRATEGIC PLAN

for

Kellogg School District No. 391

INTRODUCTION

A school district, or any organization, has a better understanding of what it is doing, and what it intends to do, if it periodically establishes and monitors goals.  Completion of this strategic plan allows our school system to take advantage of its future by capitalizing on its resources, addressing its challenges, and providing the kind of leadership to encourage success. 

Our strategic plan should be thought of as a useful tool for managing the district's resources. The most desired outcome of developing and implementing this Strategic Plan is the highest possible student achievement and community engagement to promote student achievement. 

VISION STATEMENT

The vision for the future of Kellogg School District No. 391 is to be recognized as a district respected for exemplary quality.  This will be accomplished by meeting the needs of students and challenging them to excel through an open and accessible partnership with our community.

MISSION STATEMENT:

Kellogg School District �  a partnership of students, parents, educators, and community members  �  committed to ensuring a safe, nurturing environment where people are challenged to:

BELIEF STATEMENTS

TARGET GOALS & OBJECTIVES:

STANDARDS:

Set clear standards for student performance to meet or exceed state and national benchmarks.

1. Define academic and life skills competencies for each grade level and subject area, indicating appropriate, measurable benchmarks.

2. Develop and disseminate a brochure for students, parents, and the community that communicates these academic and life skills competencies by grade level.

3. Identify, promote, and celebrate exceptional approaches to teaching and learning.

Success will be evidenced by one or more of the following measures:

ASSESSMENT:

Continue the district assessment process that measures success at regular intervals.

1. Develop district grade-level and course assessments to determine the degree to which students have met the standards.

2. Communicate and interpret the results of the assessments to parents and the community.

3. Provide staff training for interpreting assessment results.

4. Use assessment results to assist with district decision-making processes that will help students achieve academic proficiency.

Success will be evidenced by one or more of the following measures:

ACCOUNTABILITY:

 Establish a strong accountability process that will enable graduates to be knowledgeable individuals, quality producers, effective communicators, competent thinkers, effective collaborators, responsible citizens, and life-long learners.

School Board:

1. Monitor and support the Strategic Plan developed for the Kellogg School District.

2. Use the Strategic Plan to guide the district by setting appropriate board goals and school district policies.

3. Provide leadership in promoting a culture of innovation, risk-taking, service, and trust.

District Administration:

1. Monitor the progress of the Strategic Plan.

2. Facilitate development of building-level strategic plans that align with the district Strategic Plan.

3. Oversee publication of an annual report of progress toward meeting the goals and objectives outlined in the Strategic Plan.

4. Encourage staff to think, work and plan together.

5. Guide the flow of resources to areas of need.

6. Continue open, honest communication among board members, community members, parents, students, and staff.

Building Administration:

1. Develop and implement building-level plans within the framework of the district Strategic Plan.

2. Assist with defining staff training needs.

3. Provide leadership for whole-school improvement efforts.

Classified Personnel:

1. Implement elements of the Strategic Plan in areas of responsibility.

2. Administer rules and policies in a consistent manner.

Teachers:

1. Develop strategies for meeting the needs of the individual student.

2. Administer rules and policies in a consistent manner.

3. Partner with parents to ensure students meet, or exceed their potential.

Students:

1. Accept responsibility for own actions.

2. Always do quality work.

3. Be self-directed and motivated learners.

4. Develop skills that will promote life long success in the workplace.

5. Apply knowledge to improve the quality of life for self and community.

Parents:

1. Advocate for child�s education and well being.

2. Partner with teachers to ensure students meet or exceed their potential.

Community:

1. Assist Kellogg School District implement the Strategic Plan.

 Shared Responsibilities among All Stakeholders:

1. Continue to develop strong support for district funding needs.

2. Build relationships with legislative and other government agencies.

3. Strengthen relationships with senior citizens and community members who do not have children in school.

 Success will be evidenced by one or more of the following measures:

ALIGNMENT:

Align resources to focus on students meeting the standards.

1. Ensure curriculum, resources, staffing, and program incentives are directly aligned to achievement priorities.

2. Develop a plan to ensure all students have a textbook, where appropriate.

3. Continue to provide training opportunities for staff.

4. Provide incentives for staff to be pro-active in grant writing.

Success will be evidenced by one or more of the following measures:

CLIMATE

Establish a safe, nurturing environment to meet basic needs of students and staff which include physical and emotional security, self-confidence, and self-reliance.

1. Enforce disciplinary policies and procedures.

2. Enforce student responsibilities.

3. Provide support and training to students and staff regarding safety.

4. Continue upgrading district facilities.

5. Inform students about the value of staying drug free and maintaining healthy lifestyles.

Success will be evidenced by one or more of the following measures:

COLLABORATIVE RELATIONSHIPS

Maximize available resources by developing mutually beneficial partnerships between school and the community including businesses, civic clubs, public agencies, and social services.

1. Develop new partnerships that provide an increased level of support for districts needs.

2. Update a list of community resources.

3. Create learning opportunities with other educational institutions.

4. Strengthen relationships with legislative and other government agencies.

5. Communicate district resources available to the community.

Success will be evidenced by one or more of the following measures.

CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT:

Commit to continuous improvement for student achievement.

1.  Continue efforts to be recognized as a district respected for exemplary quality and one which is valued and viewed as a community resource.

2. Conduct yearly evaluation of progress toward meeting district goals.

3. Challenge all students to achieve personal academic excellence.

4. Expand data-driven decision making processes.

Success will be evidenced by one or more of the following measures.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS:

Kellogg School District personnel and district patrons spent many hours providing valuable information for this document.  Without their considerable time and effort, this Strategic Plan would not have been possible.  Thank you!

BOARD OF TRUSTEES:

SUPERINTENDENT

STRATEGIC PLANNING COMMITTEE:

Students:

Certified Staff:

Patrons:

Parents:

Classified Staff:

Administration: