S T R A T E G I C P L A N P R O G R E S S R E P O R T B O A R D O F E D U C A T I O N D E C E M B E R, 2018
P a g e 2 The Board of Education adopted the current strategic plan in July of 2016. This plan is supported by two groups: Ad Hoc Strategic Planning Board Committee a small group comprised of Board members and the Superintendent. This group is sanctioned by the Board and charged with representing the full Board in matters of strategic planning. Full Strategic Planning Committee a broader team comprised of students, parents, teachers, support staff, administration and board members. This group is charged with reviewing, disseminating, gathering input from staff, and giving input to the Board on the Strategic Plan. The Board of Education established the following 3-5 Targets: 3-5 Year Targets 1. Academic Achievement. Lakewood Public Schools will promote the highest possible academic achievement for each individual student. 2. Financial Stewardship. Lakewood Public Schools will be a responsible steward of public finances and ensure resources are aligned with educational needs. 3. Facility & Operations. Lakewood Public Schools will maintain facilities, properties, and equipment that are safe, secure, and meet the educational needs of the District. 4. Personnel. Lakewood Public Schools will hire, develop, invest in and retain the most qualified staff for each position within the district, ensuring high quality services are provided to our students. 5. Communication. Lakewood Public Schools will maintain open, timely and appropriate communication with district stakeholders. 6. Board Responsibilities. The Lakewood Public Schools Board of Education will provide leadership for the district, maintaining a focus on student achievement and growth. The following report is an update on the progress with the Strategic Plan as of the Fall of 2016. NOTE: denotes forward movement since last update. Color KEY Status Completed Good On track/in-progress Warning Watch point/initiated Alert Off track/not started
TARGET 1: P a g e 3 ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT The Lakewood Public Schools will promote the highest possible academic achievement for each individual student. GOAL 1: Provide all students with high quality instruction and ensure all students achieve a year s growth in a year s time so that all schools maintain a standing in the top 25% of the state. Implement programs that are reflected in our School Improvement Plans PBIS launched at LMS and LHS Year two PBIS launch at LECC and LES Staff leadership trained in PBIS Math supports added at LES Math supports added at LHS Kids Read Now, summer reading program added Aligned Building SIP and DSIP with Strategic Plan PBIS established at LES Evaluate data sources used to assess students and that this data is driving instructional decisions Year-two of NWEA adoption UNDERWAY Comprehensive Framework for Professional Practice draft UNDERWAY Aligned evaluation rubrics for work groups (based on student growth metrics) Evaluation Reading Inventory tools at elementary (DIBELS, etc.) UNDERWAY Implemented KRA kindergarten readiness assessment Use of Eidex Student Growth Percentile calculator in place Testing started for 2018-19 Pilot finished NWEA pilot started; committee formed; review underway for Sp of 2018 NWEA Pilot Fall 2017 select grades Current data tools reviewed NWEA Pilot program Explore current use of alternative education programs Exploring potential alternative programming options
Identify current technology needs; develop refrest plan for staff and students; increase technology integration P a g e 4 Student Success program at LHS currently implemented Adjustment in IT leadership structure complete & realignment of responsibilities K-12 Tech Plan Refresh plan for technology equipment developed BEING FINALIZED K-12 draft plan created District Tech Survey Launched K-12 District Tech Team launched; reviewing/dev g plan Teacher laptop refresh complete by June 9, 2017 Begin inventory and planning for student device refresh Google platform training 3-5-year refresh plan for classroom/labs Identify infrastructure needs GOAL 2: Provide all students with clear and personalized pathways for academic success. Develop/Enhance Classroom to Career Model and Student Guidance initiatives K-12 Guidance Counseling vertical team developing comprehensive plan Marshall Plan consortium being identified and future plan submission STEP program marketing; branding STEP launch night; community event STEP next steps planning First class posted for registration Class materials ordered Skilled trades teacher training Course approval by BOE GMCA partnership Develop accelerated models of learning AP Computer Science, first class currently running Accelerated math cohorts in identified in 6 th and 7 th grades (e.g. Algebra I in 7 th grade) AP course expansion and
Review intervention models and identify any gaps in programming needs Develop/Enhance 5-12 Guidance Counselor initiatives P a g e 5 curriculum adjustment complete Prep for AP Bio in 2018 Investigating 7 th hour AP Computer Science Course for 2017 2 nd semester Review of Title I intervention programming UNDERWAY Pre-planning for child/data study format K-8 Pre-planning for PBIS at LECC Curriculum Council reviewing district-wide Comprehensive Needs Assessment Tier reading and math support review MTSS PBIS K-12 rollout K-12 Guidance Counseling vertical team developing comprehensive plan GOAL 3: Provide all students with a rigorous, aligned, 21st century curriculum. Establish Building Leadership Teams K-4 teams 5-12 department teams Implement Vertical Teaming Third year of vertical teaming initiated Scope and Sequencing completed for all core subjects File sharing utilizing Google Drive; improved communication and access of Development of Assessment rubrics and timelines Final round of vertical teaming completed for this year Review of year s work underway Second round of vertical teaming complete Pre-planning for summer work/next year s work ELA & Math Teams established First round of Vertical Meetings held Develop 5-year curriculum review cycle Eureka Math Adopted K-4; professional development
P a g e 6 underway Math pilot at LMS underway Full curriculum review cycle Elementary math pilot Math content review underway; pilot fall of 2018; selection implementation fall 2019 Curriculum review cycle established Begin reviewing 17-18 Curriculum Council updated Historical data gathered Develop and offer S.T.E.M. related experiences for students STEM related diploma endorsement under review by policy committee and administration AP Computer Science active AP Computer Science approved by board; class arrangements being made STEM planning committee formed K-12 3-5 year STEM plan developed 8 th grade STEM class pilot Development of AP coursework Target 1 Next Steps: Complete K-12 tech plan recommendations, 2019 Complete on-line storage for all district, curriculum, assessment materials, 2019 Redefine vertical team work, 2019-2020
P a g e 7 TARGET 2: FISCAL STEWARDSHIP The Lakewood Public Schools will be a responsible steward of public finances and ensure resources are aligned with student needs. GOAL 1: By 2021, Lakewood Public Schools will have a 10% fund balance to enable the District s sustainability and effective delivery of services to students. Develop 2-3-year projection with appropriate recommendations to the Board for fund balance stability Clean FY 18 Audit w/no findings 16.9% Fund Balance Audit Variance of $117,000+ Developing 1 st budget revision Review of all shared and contract services for cost-savings TABLED Developing proposal for hybrid cleaning model Cleaning contract review initiated Major supply contract review initiated GOAL 2: Ensure appropriate procedures and internal controls are maintained by the business office. Evaluate internal processes within the Business Department Reviewed and made appropriate changes to absentee process, PO process, hiring process, reimbursement process, major budget record documents (New World budgetary management system), key card access program. List of key processes to target being developed
GOAL 3: P a g e 8 Develop and implement strategies to pursue and gain additional sources of revenue. Develop ongoing enrollment projections and models Spring Revision Approved 18-19 Prelim drafted 2016 Middle Cities Report 3-Year projections identified Explore/Develop Exchange Program Pre-planning SEVIS certification received Federal form completed Develop and Implement Alternative Trade Pathway Phase 1 GMCA partnership finalized First class developed Pre-planning for 17-18 and beyond Construction Trades path planning Proposal to BOE, December 12 Explore opportunities to partner with Homeschool community Initiating meetings with area homeschool leaders Gathering feedback on homeschool needs Developing partnership strategies Expand grant writing endeavors Title 35a grant awarded, $25,000 Safety Grant Marshall Plan Grant Kids Read Now Grant awarded Exploring available grants Target 2 Next Steps: 1 st revision, Jan 2019 Energy Audit, 2019 FY 19 prelim planning, 2019 FY 19 CBA, 2019
P a g e 9 TARGET 3: FACILITIES & OPERATIONS Lakewood Public Schools will maintain facilities, properties, and equipment that are safe, secure and meet the educational needs of the district. GOAL 1: Create a comprehensive plan for enhancing building safety and security for students and staff. Review current safety needs; establish 5-year plan Emergency Operations Plan Surveillance camera upgrade plan completed, awaiting funding Initial pre-planning completed on Lakewood Elementary Parking Lot Construction MSP safety grant submitted; resubmission/planning being done Need assessment done on entryways Developing int/ext camera needs Initial review of site complete Create and prioritize plan to secure entryways of buildings Work started on PHASE 2 planning (interior entryways) PHASE 1 HS and Admin buzzer entry completed Phase 2 planning underway: Preplanning brick and mortar options for MS entry Buzzer entry MS/HS Expanding internal structure cameras Phase 1 plan complete Card Access at MS Buzzer enter at LECC and LES Expand safety/cameras on buses Cameras Transportation tracking added Geo-Tag Bus Fleet Metrics added Developing more robust fleet maintenance/service tracking UNDERWAY Phase 2 cameras purchase
P a g e 10 initiated Phase 1 Installation complete GOAL 2: Develop capital use/needs plan for all district facilities and real estate. Evaluate existing district facilities Clarksville sale UNDERWAY East El. Sold Sunfield Sold Property meetings held Year-end survey developed Appraisals of structures and property initiated Develop a prioritized list of maintenance items within the district Comprehensive site plan development UNDERWAY, tentative completion is spring of 2019 Cost savings plan review, energy audit Initial list developed Develop a comprehensive plan for building usage Several adjustments made New Facilities Use Policy complete and in use Target 3 Next Steps: Complete Master Site Plan, 2019 Decide on Schneider Electric Energy Audit, 2019 Decide sale proceeds expenditures, 2019 Complete pre-planning for brick and motor entry-way upgrades, 2019 Complete pre-planning on LES parking lot; execute construction, June 1, 2019
TARGET 4: P a g e 11 PERSONNEL The Lakewood Public Schools will hire, develop, invest in and retain the most qualified staff for each position within the District, ensuring high quality services are provided to our students. GOAL 1: Staff will be evaluated annually utilizing an effective, growth-focused tool to maintain teacher growth and high quality instruction. Implement new evaluation model Conducting review of year; making adjustments as needed Core 5D team establish and trained Establish 2-year rollout model for new certified staff evaluation model 5D model implemented All-staff 5D training on-going thru 2017 GOAL 2: Establish and maintain a comprehensive, long-term staff professional development plan for all employees that is focused on meeting student needs. Develop a 3-year plan for professional development for certified staff members Eureka Math K-4 Seclusion/Restraint TITLE IX training District Staff Safety Training STRATEGOS PBIS all buildings 2-3 PD plan process framework Planning for 19-20 underway Planning for 18-19 completed Thinking Maps Training complete PD surveys initiated; reviewed pending Develop a 2-year plan for professional development for administrative staff members Title IX Safety Training Crisis Team Training Seclusion/Restraint Eureka Math (K-4) UNDERWAY 5D Evaluation Training ON- GOING Title IX investigation training UNDERWAY PBIS training ON-GOING Planning for 17-18 underway
Develop a 2-year plan for professional development for support staff members (para, bus, food service, etc.) P a g e 12 5D Tch Eval training complete School ADvance Admin Eval training complete Permission to Place; SPED Title IX NCPI training STRATEGOS Bus Crisis Training, winter 2019, Pre-planning for 2018-2019 NCPI training complete GOAL 3: Invest in our teachers by developing a long-term compensation model that rewards professional growth, performance and student achievement. Identify future collective bargaining targets Contract settled for 2018-2019 Discussions started for 18-19 Contract Reached Developing collaborative bargaining concept for 2018 Identifying 3-5 year financial targets Alternative compensation models will be explored Merit Pay Gathering ideas/examples Merit pay options being explored Target 4 Next Steps Complete 18-19 PD Complete all admin training in 5D+ tool for this year Successfully implement SGP measure (Eidex) into evaluation model at all employee levels
TARGET: 5 COMMUNICATION P a g e 13 The Lakewood Public Schools will maintain open, timely and appropriate communication with District stakeholders. Goal 1: Create and roll out a district-wide marketing / rebranding plan highlighting district activities and student successes. Hire Directory of Marketing and Communications Director started Sept. 2016 Develop and Implement New District Website Updates being done Launch Mobile App Updates being done Rebrand ON-GOING PROJECTS New District design complete Various signage updated: high school; Circle of Excellence; Hall of Fame; Kindergarten Round Up, etc. Develop 2-Year Marketing Plan Target project list for 17-19 underway Needs assessment in-progress Goal 2: Develop and implement a comprehensive communications plan which includes strategies and methods to engage students and parents regarding K-12 learning opportunities. K-4 Communication Enhancements LECC tool developed Kindergarten Round-up registration retooled Branding discussed Communication tools explored Internal signage being developed Middle School Communication Enhancements Family Focus Branding discussed ON-GOING Communication tools explored Internal signage being developed High School Communication Enhancements Family Focus Branding discussed Communication tools explored Internal signage being
P a g e 14 Target 5 Next Steps Finish on-board training of admin/office staff Develop guidelines for social media posting at local level
TARGET 6: BOARD RELATIONS P a g e 15 The Lakewood Public Schools Board of Education will provide leadership for the district, keeping a focus on student achievement and growth. GOAL 1: The board will conduct Superintendent evaluation a minimum of twice per year, formally in December. Establish Annual Evaluation Timeline Timeline completed GOAL 2: The Board will provide leadership, vision, and direction to the District by annually reviewing and updating its strategic plan. The Board will designate specific times for completing the visioning and goal-setting for the district. Retreat date set The Board will Monitor the Effectiveness of the Strategic Action Plan Comprehensive review to start in January with MASB ON-GOING Review cycle established BOE updates set Strategic Planning Committee implemented (full comt.) GOAL 3: The board will review and adopt the board governance norms, annually in January The Board will continue to update and review Governance Norms on a regular basis On-going Norms review date voted on by BOE GOAL 4: The board will evaluate its collective and individual performance, annually in July. Board will conduct a self-evaluation once per year and discuss it. Self-evaluation conducted for 15-16; reviewed New evaluation model adopted by BOE Self-evaluation timeline developed
GOAL 5: P a g e 16 The board will conduct ongoing professional development activities. All board members will complete either two MASB classes, one full day of MASB or another source of training. Provide professional development opportunities to Board PD based on board selfevaluation MASB conference 18-19 PD options for 17-18 being explored Board attended MASB evaluation training Board attended annual MASB Meet new requirements on professional development set by the State of Michigan conference; reported out Board conducted more than 6 hours of specialized training for 2016-2017 GOAL 6: The Board will maintain and review written Policies and Procedures for the District. The Board will continue to update policy ON-GOING Workshop review of pertinent policies Ad Hoc Policy Committee review cycle create NEOLA review meetings established Target 6 Next Steps: Set mini-pd dates for board? Set retreat agenda, 2019 Spring PD conferences, 2019 Strategic Planning, winter 2019