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DISTRICT 181 STRATEGIC WORK PLAN FOR 2006-07
CURRICULUM/INSTRUCTION/ASSESSMENT
Goal 1: Reading
The K-5 Response to Intervention Reading Program and Assessment Tool will be in place by September 1, 2006, and implemented throughout the school year.
Measurement Steps:
- By the end of May 2006, the entire program will have been approved by the Board of Education. This includes the program plan, budget, and staffing levels.
- By the end of September 2006:
- Complete the diagnosis of reading needs for incoming first- through fifth-graders.
- Staff needed for the plan will have been hired and materials purchased.
- Training will be completed.
- Prepare a report on the status of the implementation.
- By the end of November 2006, children will be assessed as either “at the expected level or above,” or have had a recommended change in their individual program using the AIMSweb tool.
- By the end of April 2007, a teacher and parent evaluation of the reading program will be completed.
- By the end of May 2007, a report will be given to the Board of Education on the Reading Program, including overall progress toward goals, delivery, and recommendations for modification.
Goal 2: Gifted Program
The Gifted Program, as defined by the administration, will be ready for implementation by September 1, 2006.
Measurement Steps:
- By the end of May 2006, the entire program will have been approved by the Board of Education. This includes the program plan, budget and staffing levels.
- Program incorporates an objective assessment of program effectiveness. By the end of June 2006, second- and fifth-graders will have been assessed for a baseline.
- By the end of April 2007, children will be assessed as either “at the expected level or above,” or have had a recommended change in their individual program.
- By May 12, 2007, a teacher and parent evaluation of the gifted program will be completed.
- By the end of May 2007, a report will be given to the Board of Education on the Gifted Program, including overall progress toward goals, delivery, and recommendations for modification.
Goal 3: Special Education
A. A comprehensive plan for improvement of the Special Education program will be developed. The plan must have specifics for each of the IDEA/ISBE identified areas of disability. All content area programs will be research-based.
Measurement Step:
- By January 16, 2007, a report and recommendations, including budget implications, staffing requirements, training, and materials, will be given to the Board of Education.
B. A report on the Special Education Program, including the overall progress toward goals, delivery, and recommendations for modifications, will be given to the Board of Education by the end of April 2007.
Measurement Steps:
- All children have made progress “at the expected level or above,” or have had a recommended change in their individual program.
- A teacher and parent evaluation of the program will be completed.
Goal 4: Middle School Curriculum
The Superintendent or designee will encourage collaboration between District 181 and District 86 to determine if there are academic gaps in learning between eighth-grade graduates of our schools and expectations of School District 86 incoming freshmen. If so, improvements will be recommended.
Measurement Step:
- A report will be given to the Board of Education by May 12, 2007.
Goal 5: Student Achievement
Student achievement will be at the core of all that is done in the district in order to maximize the likelihood that ISAT scores will continue to be the same as or greater than the prior years’ achievement.
Measurement Step:
- ISAT analysis comparing each grade and each subject tested delivered to the Board of Education and community within a reasonable time period after district receipt of scores. Analysis will compare percentages of students “at or above” standard, percentage of students “below standard,” compared to prior years.
FINANCE
Goal 1: Budget and Reporting Systems
To operationalize the budget and reporting systems for effective financial control.
Measurement Steps:
- By the end of June 2006, implement a new critical path for tax levy.
- By the end of May 2006, develop and implement monthly reporting and forecasting report.
- By October 31, 2006, develop a timely financial planning process in order to ensure sufficient funding for district operations.
Goal 2: Communication on Finance
Measurement Step:
- By the end of June 2006, develop and implement a communication method for keeping the Board of Education and community better informed about financial status and plans.
Goal 3: Actual and Budgeted Expenses
Actual expenses must be equal to or less than budgeted expenses. Any major exceptions must be reported to the Board of Education in a timely manner.
Measurement Step:
- Ongoing financial report of actual and forecasted expenses shows expenses are on target, or an explanation if not on target.
HUMAN RESOURCES
Goal 1: Hiring
Fill open positions with personnel meeting district qualifications, prepared to accept the expectations of our high-performing, high-demand school district.
Measurement Step:
- By the middle of August 2006, all positions will be filled or the Board of Education will be advised.
Goal 2: Mentoring Program
Develop and implement a mentoring program ensuring all new administrative personnel are acclimated to our school district.
Measurement Step:
- Mentoring Plan structure will be given to the Board of Education by the end of September 2006.
- By the end of January 2007, a report will be given to the Board of Education on the development of new administrative personnel.
- By the end of May 2007, a report will be given to the Board of Education on what has been completed and recommendations for program changes.
Goal 3: Teacher Evaluation
Develop a framework to analyze and improve the teacher evaluation system along with an implementation timeline.
Measurement Step:
- By the end of April 2007, a report will be given to the Board of Education on the recommendations and a timeline for implementation.
FACILITIES
Goal: Maintenance
Update the plan for professional operation, ongoing maintenance, and future maintenance obligations.
Measurement Steps:
- A report on the facilities plan for 2006-07 will be given to the Board of Education at the end of November 2006.
- A report on the status and implementation of the plan will be given to the Board of Education at the end of March 2007.
COMMUNICATION
Goal 1: District Updates
Provide community with updates of district information, issues, and successes throughout the school year.
Measurement Step:
- SchoolViews, Annual Report to the Community will be published on a regular basis
Goal 2: Strategic Planning
Continue ongoing strategic planning process.
Measurement Steps:
- By the end of May 2006, complete update of existing Operating Plan for the 2006-07 year.
- By the end of November 2006, a Long-Range Strategic Planning process for the district will be recommended.
TECHNOLOGY
Goal: The technology work plan for the 2006-07 year will be completed within 60 days after the new Technology Director starts work.
Accepted by the Board of Education on June 26, 2006
