Strategic Plan 2007-2012
Sacred Heart Catholic School Strategic Plan 2007 2012 Approved and Adopted by the Sacred Heart Catholic School Board Bishop Michael Driscoll Bishop of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Boise Deacon Michael Eisenbeiss Sacred Heart Parish Director Dan Makley Superintendent of Idaho Catholic Schools Greg Carlson School Board President Brian Martin School Board Jack Matunas School Board Steve Miranda School Board Jana Florence Father Dennis Wassmuth Our Lady of the Rosary Pastor Brock Carpenter Principal Charles Eddy School Board Fernando Castro School Board Rachel Parent School Board Susie Howerton School Board Sheryl Vaterlaus
Sacred Heart Catholic School Strategic Plan Contents 2007-2012 History/Purpose/Background 4 Definitions/Explanation of Terms 4 Sacred Heart School Vision 5 Sacred Heart School Mission 5 Beliefs 5 Goal #1: Spirituality 6 Goal #2: Curriculum 8 Goal #3: Budget and Finance 10 Goal #4: Marketing / Public Relations 13 Goal #5: Capital Improvement 15-3 -
Sacred Heart Catholic School Strategic Plan 2007 2012 History/Purpose/Background In the past, Sacred Heart School has followed an informal strategic plan that was largely driven by the School s principal. This document formalizes the school s strategic plan for the future by placing it in writing for all interested persons to see. It was developed with input from the Sacred Heart School community of parishioners from Sacred Heart Parish and Our Lady of the Rosary Parish, teachers, parents, school administrative staff, and the school board. The plan is designed to be a rolling five-year document defining the school s vision, mission, operating philosophy, goals and objectives. An annual review of the plan will occur prior to the budgetary process and an update of future goals and objectives will be developed. The plan satisfies the Continuous Improvement Planning (CIP) directive by the State of Idaho Department of Education for schools to be accredited. It also is designed to meet requirements of the Western Catholic Education Association (WCEA) for accreditation. Definitions/Explanation of Terms: Vision Statement a statement about the future and the school s role in it Mission Statement a brief description of the school s fundamental purpose; why do we exist? Beliefs our core values Goals areas of focus to accomplish the mission; to increase, decrease or maintain something Objectives/Strategies reflect measured progress toward the goal; how we will achieve the goal Actions specific tasks to accomplish an objective; how the objectives will be accomplished (activities) Measures how we determine achievement of the goals Person(s)/ Responsible the person, persons or school board committee responsible for the completion of the action Target Date the date established as the expected start and completion of the action - 4 -
Sacred Heart Catholic School Strategic Plan 2007 2012 Sacred Heart School Vision: Continue to light the fire of knowledge, service and God s love Sacred Heart School Mission: As Children of a loving God, the mission of Sacred Heart School is to assist the family in educating and fostering growth of the whole child spiritually, intellectually, emotionally, and physically. Together we will guide our children to live as productive Christian members of the whole community. Our Beliefs: We strive to emulate Jesus Christ founded in Catholic teaching Parents, teachers, school staff and Parish Communities work together to educate our children Given a safe, caring, nurturing environment, all children can excel We have a social responsibility to give our time, talent and treasure to others in need We value each student for the unique gifts they possess The leaders of tomorrow develop here Volunteerism is crucial to our success - 5 -
Goal #1: Spirituality: The spirituality of our students will be nurtured with education in a compassionate, safe, and God (Jesus)-centered environment. The students will have opportunities to explore, learn and live their (our school s) Catholic identity, through their lessons and planned activities. Parents are encouraged to develop spirituality as a family through their own church and faith journey and by discussing the ethical and moral challenges facing our world today. Objectives/Strategies Actions Person(s)/ Responsible Target Date 1.1. Strengthen Parish and Family Communication 1.1.1. Support families as the primary spiritual educators of the children 1.1.2. Develop consistent themes between church and school 1.1.3. Recruit priest/deacons to help 1.1.4. Provide articles from school for newsletters (bulletins) for Sacred Heart and Our Lady of the Rosary 1.1.5. Integrate the student s religious education into the Church s liturgical year 1.1.6. Maintain a youth group middle school youth group participation 1.1.1. Priest/ Deacons/ Sacred Heart Community 1.1.2. Priest/ Religious Ed Teacher 1.1.3. Spirituality 1.1.4. PR/ Marketing 1.1.5. Religious Ed Teacher 1.1.6. Religious Ed Teacher - 6 -
1.2. Provide opportunities for students to embrace stewardship 1.2.1. Create an understanding of social justice and the student s role in society 1.2.2. Assist each student with understanding how best to give of their time, talent, and treasure 1.2.3. Develop service learning programs for each grade 1.2.1. Priest/ Deacons/ Sacred Heart Community 1.2.2. Parents/ Deacons 1.2.3. Curriculum 1.3. Live our Catholic identity 1.3.1. Perform an instructional mass 1.3.2. Practice/participate in the sacraments 1.3.3. Form Jr. St. Vincent DePaul Society 1.3.4. Student greeters in uniform at parish masses (SH and OLR) 1.3.5. Adoration include students (through parish/school bulletins) 1.3.6. Develop a consistent, meaningful prayer life 1.3.7. Create an understanding of the Catholic church s history and its role in society 1.3.1. Priest 1.3.2. Students/ Parents/ School Staff 1.3.3. Spirituality 1.3.4. Spirituality / Priest/ Deacons 1.3.5. Spirituality 1.3.6. Parents/ Religious Ed Teacher 1.3.7. Priest/ Deacons/ Religious Ed Teacher 2007-2012 2007-2012 2007-2012 2007-2012 2007-2012 - 7 -
Goal #2: Curriculum: To develop in our students the desire to learn through an engaging curriculum that achieves rigorous academic standards while maintaining our Catholic beliefs and teachings. We will continue to adjust our learning environment and programs to ensure that our students are prepared to meet the ever changing challenges of the 21st century. Objectives/Strategies Actions Person(s)/ Responsible Target Date 2.1. Incorporate Learning styles into curriculum and daily lesson plans 2.1.1. More hands-on learning in addition to penpaper/reading 2.1.1. Teachers 2.1.2. Outside life experiences, i.e. field trips, guest speakers for both upper and lower elementary 2.1.2. Teachers 2.2. evaluation of scope and sequence by grade level 2.2.1. Align texts by subject in each grade level 2.2.1. Principal/ Staff/ Curriculum Now 2.3. Continue to integrate Technology into the classroom 2.3.1. Software person resource person for recommendations for grade appropriate software; maybe utilize textbooks; recommendations 2.3.2. Evaluate Future Kids SW replacement 2.3.1. Technology Coordinator 2.3.2. Principal/ School Board Now/ Completed - 8 -
2.4. Evaluate potential additions to curriculum 2.4.1. Foreign language program not just for middle school elective incorporate in K-8 curriculum 2.4.2. Develop a vocation program to include book learning and guest lectures by priests, deacons, nuns and religious brothers 2.4.1. Principal/ Curriculum 2.4.2. Curriculum / Religious Ed Teacher/ Priests/ Deacons/ Nuns 2.5. Provide opportunities for faculty growth and development 2.5.1. Investigate budgeting for staff development (classes) 2.5.2. Teacher input on in - service activities. Create committee of teachers to coordinate staff development in services 2.5.1. Budget and Finance 2.5.2. All principals and teachers - 9 -
Goal #3: Budget and Finance: Establish an on-going financial plan that provides a framework for generating incremental funds for current and future financial needs. Provide for consistent, coordinated fundraising efforts to finance vision, while maintaining access to an affordable education. Objectives/Strategies Actions Person(s)/ Responsible Target Date 3.1. Establish a rolling 5 year financial plan in conjunction with SHP / OLR Finance Council 3.1.1. Implement expense based budget process for School Year 3.1.2. Create a capital budget and separate operating budget 3.1.3. Have fund raising efforts go to capital projects and not operating expenses 3.1.4. Communicate and coordinate financial needs and fund raising with both SHP and OLR 3.1.5. Investigate addition of Assistant Principal (part time?) 3.1.1.Budget/Finance 3.1.2.Budget/Finance 3.1.3.Budget/Finance and H&S 3.1.4.Budget/Finance / Principal/ Development Director 3.1.5. TBD Completed 2009/2010 June 2007-10 -
3.2. Improve current fundraising activities and establish new methods and processes for increasing donations 3.2.1. Explore opportunities for obtaining grants and implement a formal process for writing and submitting responses 3.2.2. Increase enrollment with OLR families and OLR parish subsidy 3.2.3. Research all potential sources of funding for capital improvement 3.2.4. Establish regular contact with SHS Alumni and generate additional donations 3.2.5. Support stewardship so we can improve support of all Parish programs 3.2.1. Current Grant Writers and Budget/Finance and Development Director 3.2.1. Marketing/PR 3.2.3. Current Grant Writers/ Development Director 3.2.4. School Board/ Development Director 3.2.5 Parish Life Director/ Sacred Heart Community Now/ 3.3. Assist the Sacred Heart Foundation in increasing donations and reduce utilization of base principal funds 3.3.1. Increase communication of the benefits of donations to the Foundation 3.3.2. Eliminate the need to withdraw principal funds from the Foundation to cover operating expenses 3.3.3. Assist Foundation with obtaining additional donations with Estate 3.3.1. School Board/ Foundation Board 3.3.2.Budget/Finance 3.3.3. School Board/ Development Director June 2007/ FY 2008-09 FY 2008-09 - 11 -
Planning 3.3.4. Add Foundation Information to school web site 3.3.4 Technology Coordinator Complete/ 3.4. Hire a part-time or full-time Development Director for Sacred Heart School 3.4.1. Evaluate cost benefit of creating and hiring a Development Director 3.4.2. Explore sharing the Development Director with the Foundation 3.4.3. Utilize Development Director to increase communication with Alumni and increase their participation in school functions 3.4.1. TBD 3.4.2. TBD and Foundation Board 3.4.3. Development Director September 2007 September 2007-12 -
Goal #4: Marketing / Public Relations: Build and Maintain Community awareness to increase enrollment. Objectives/Strategies Actions Person(s)/ Responsible Target Date 4.1. Community Building - Strengthen and maintain relationships with all stakeholders (SH and OLR parishioners, school admin staff, parents, faculty, alumni, etc.) 4.1.1. Use parish newsletters to highlight students, activities, teachers, vision, etc. 4.1.2. E-mail newsletters, reminders and inserts 4.1.3. Coordinate 50-year Celebration 4.1.4. More communication between parents and teachers 4.1.1. Marketing 4.1.2. Marketing / Administrative Assistant 4.1.3. Celebration 4.1.4. Marketing 4.2. Marketing Materials Develop marketing materials 4.2.1. Select and approve current marketing tools 4.2.2. Expand marketing materials 4.2.3. Develop a plan to disseminate marketing materials 4.2.1. School Board 4.2.2. Marketing 4.2.3. Marketing March Board Mtg. - 13 -
4.3. Communicate school achievements through various media 4.3.1. Catholic Register Articles (students, teachers and alumni) 4.3.2. Articles in OLR and Sacred Heart newsletters/posted on bulletin boards (students, teachers and alumni) 4.3.1. Marketing 4.3.2. Marketing / Administrative Assistant 4.4. Develop and implement a recruitment campaign increase enrollment, specifically targeting OLR, Holy Apostles and Risen Christ 4.4.1. Develop and outreach committee 4.4.2. Develop a Meet and Greet committee for new families 4.4.1. Marketing 4.4.2. Home & School - 14 -
Goal #5: Capital Improvement: Provide for a safe, well-functioning, and attractive facility that supports our teachers in their duties to educate our students. By providing such a facility, we plan to have buildings and grounds that promote the best opportunity for our students to learn and improve their intellectual, physical, personal, and spiritual talents. Also, such a facility should encourage a sense of community that our students, teachers, staff, parents, parishioners, and neighbors will be proud to have and support. Objectives/Strategies Actions Person(s)/ Responsible Target Date 5.1. Plan for growth and improvement in the facilities 5.1.1. Evaluate current facilities and potential for remodel or rebuild 5.1.2. Evaluate need for a separate Junior High/Middle School Wing 5.1.1. Sacred Heart Community/ Superintendent of Catholic Schools/ Parish Community 5.1.2. Sacred Heart Community/ Superintendent of Catholic Schools/ Parish Community - 15 -
5.2. Safety for the students, facility, and technology (internet, passwords) 5.2.1. Identify safety concerns for current facilities and establish corrective plan 5.2.2. Provide mechanism to correct any safety concerns identified 5.2.3. Address parking and traffic safety issues 5.2.1. Maintenance/ Physical Plant / Safety 5.2.2. Maintenance/ Physical Plant and Safety s 5.2.3. Safety / Parish June 2007 5.3. Maintenance and replacement of technology 5.3.1. Assess technology and equipment for efficiency and applicability to curriculum 5.3.1. Technology - 16 -
5.4. Facility maintenance of the school and school grounds 5.4.1. Remodel Gymnasium 5.4.2. Evaluate energy efficiency of facilities (in particular windows, roof, and boiler) 5.4.3. Assess ongoing maintenance needs such as painting, storage space, landscaping, asphalt resurfacing, windows, roof, relocation of dumpster, etc. 5.4.1. Gymnasium Remodel / Thayne Fischer 5.4.2. Steve Bingham /Maintenance 5.4.3. Maintenance Supervisor/ Maintenance/ Physical Plant Summer 2007 November 2007 Summer 2007/ 5.5. Coordinate school improvements with the parish projects and goals 5.5.1. Present all improvement projects to the Sacred Heart Parish Council for approval 5.5.2. Develop long-term Facilities improvement Plan and present to Parish Council 5.5.1. Maintenance/ Physical Plant / Project Coordinator 5.5.2. Maintenance/ Physical Plant Per project FY 2008-09 - 17 -