2019-20 Priority Goal Areas DRAFT for 6 26 2019

Spokane Public Schools Priority Goal Areas 2019 – 2020 DRAFT June 26, 2019 – Regular School Board Meeting Goal I: Increase Student Achievement Students will be provided rigorous academic and real-life learning opportunities to become college and career ready Students will be provided high quality, individualized instruction through exceptional teaching, consistent curriculum, and effective assessments Objective - Adopt world-class instructional materials and provide support in implementation through effective professional development, curricular supports, and assessments Tactics • Conduct processes to enhance the availability of culturally relevant curricular materials that are reflective of the district student demographic • Continue initiative to deploy technology that supports 1:1 student access and provide professional that leverages the integration of technology into curriculum and instruction • Further enhance content learning and advisory teams to collect input and involve staff in ongoing improvement strategies Metrics • Curricular audit and resource identification of K-12 social studies curriculum • Achieve 80% implementation of school technology plans and student device deployment • Improvement tactic and progress monitoring metrics developed by all content learning and advisory teams Resources • Allocation of funds necessary for supplemental curricular resources and materials Goal I: Increase Student Achievement Students will be provided rigorous academic and real-life learning opportunities to become college and career ready Students will be provided high quality, individualized instruction through exceptional teaching, consistent curriculum, and effective assessments Objective - Expand the range of and access to educational options, particularly at the secondary level Tactics • Implement revised district program and intervention model with an emphasis on the development of programming for Pratt High School Metrics • Achieve a graduation rate of 90% by the end of the 2019-2020 school year Resources • Funds to implement revised district program and intervention model articulated in 2019-2020 proposed budget Goal I: Increase Student Achievement Students will be provided rigorous academic and real-life learning opportunities to become college and career ready Students will be provided high quality, individualized instruction through exceptional teaching, consistent curriculum, and effective assessments Objective - Redesign district K-12 assessment plan to reflect changes in state testing and new curriculum Tactics • Enhance benchmark, end of course assessments and professional learning community structures to support student progress monitoring and standards alignment Metrics • Implement benchmark and end of course assessments for middle school math and ELA courses Resources • Funds to implement assessment plan articulated in 2019-2020 proposed budget Goal I: Increase Student Achievement Students will be provided rigorous academic and real-life learning opportunities to become college and career ready Students will be provided high quality, individualized instruction through exceptional teaching, consistent curriculum, and effective assessments Objective 10: Provide access to appropriate student support services through the use of assessment data to improve the quality of instruction and identify students who need interventions or accelerations Tactics • Incorporate remaining elements of the new district MTSS model and provide professional development and monitoring to ensure successful and consistent implementation • Enhance district-wide and targeted strategies to engage students demonstrating chronic absenteeism Metrics • By the end of the 2019-2020 school year reduce by 2.3% the number of elementary and middle school students indicated as “High Risk for Dropout” by the district’s early warning system (Baseline 7.3%) • Reduce chronic absenteeism by 5% Resources • Resources to implement MTSS model are incorporated into the 2019-2020 budget requests Goal I: Increase Student Achievement Students will be provided rigorous academic and real-life learning opportunities to become college and career ready Students will be provided high quality, individualized instruction through exceptional teaching, consistent curriculum, and effective assessments Objective 11: Develop within students a strong work ethic, behavior, and citizenship that will lead to success later in life Tactics • Facilitate support and professional development for the implementation of secondary social emotional learning curriculum (SEL) and conduct pilot for elementary social emotional curriculum Metrics • Conduct phase one of secondary SEL adoption • School Board adoption of elementary SEL adoption Resources • Resources to implement curriculum are incorporated in the 2019-2020 budget Goal II: Provide a Safe, Productive Learning and Working Environment Provide a physically and emotionally safe learning and work environment in support of continuous student improvement Objective – Provide on-going training for all staff and students in order to provide a safe learning and work environment Tactics • Initiate the implementation of Life Space Crisis Intervention (LSCI) and Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) to address and support student behavior • Provide continued professional development and articulate micro credentials for PBIS, Restorative Practices, and Trauma Informed Practices Metrics • LSCI Trainer certification of district staff cohort • LSCI Certification of initial cohort • CPI certification of administrators and staff serving BI and ABLE programs Resources • Resources to implement training activities are incorporated in the 2019-2020 budget Goal II: Provide a Safe, Productive Learning and Working Environment Provide a physically and emotionally safe learning and work environment in support of continuous student improvement Objective – Plan and implement safety and security improvements to support a safe working and learning environment Tactics • 2.1 Develop implementation plan to address the recommendations identified by Safe Havens International in the 2018-2019 School Safety, Security and Emergency Preparedness Assessment Report • 2.2 Review Procedure 6514 – District and Campus Safety Metrics • 2.1 Complete matrix of recommendations; identify subject matter experts to assess recommendations; develop implementation strategies, budget estimates and implementation timelines; engage Safety Taskforce and community organizations as appropriate • 2.2 Engage staff and community to assess effectiveness of current procedure; recommend revisions as needed; identify and research alignment with other district policies, procedures and collective bargaining agreements Resources • General fund Additional general fund resources will be determined as needed to implement safety and security recommendations/enhancements (preliminary estimate is $100,000 - $200,000) Goal II: Provide a Safe, Productive Learning and Working Environment Provide a physically and emotionally safe learning and work environment in support of continuous student improvement Objective – Implement school-based safety improvement practices Tactics • Ensure nursing allocations effectively support student health and safety needs • Health Services will support implementation of health-related safety measures and training Metrics • Nurse staffing ratios support required care needs – 750:1 • Students who require on-site nursing support attend their neighborhood school to the extent possible Resources • General fund restoration of nursing FTE to 2018-2019 level Goal II: Provide a Safe, Productive Learning and Working Environment Provide a physically and emotionally safe learning and work environment in support of continuous student improvement Objective – Provide high-quality, on-going, professional development for school based intervention teams to improve safety and security Tactics • Provide professional development and on-site support to ensure successful implementation of the MTSS Team Model and Intervention Tracking System • Develop structure to provide culturally responsive training and mentoring for administrative and intervention staff involved with addressing and supporting student behavior Metrics • Development and function of MTSS Team Model in all schools • Completion of culturally responsive training and mentoring structure Resources • Resources to implement professional development incorporated in the 2019-2020 budget Goal III: Build and Maintain a Talented, Effective Workforce Enhance student performance by attracting, supporting and developing a world class workforce Objective – Implement new employee induction program Tactics • Evaluate "new employee onboarding program" implemented in 2017-2018 Metrics • Receive approval for and assign staff to project evaluation and on-going program support • Complete review of program curriculum and delivery; revise to ensure program is meeting employee and system objectives Resources • Dedicated staff facilitator Funding may be available to repurpose within the existing Human Resource Department budget Goal III: Build and Maintain a Talented, Effective Workforce Enhance student performance by attracting, supporting and developing a world class workforce Objective – Build infrastructure and processes to support innovation within schools, department, and throughout the organization Tactics • Develop and implement an automated supplemental pay workload process Metrics • Partner with Information Technology staff to complete the technology project scope and requirements document • Obtain project approval from the Technology Leadership Advisory Team • Decrease in staff resources needed to manually process supplemental pay transactions; recapture time for other initiatives Resources • Assigned FTE of an IT programmer (temporary for the assigned project) Goal IV: Operate Efficiently Enhance academic quality and student outcomes through strong fiscal management, facility planning and effective governance Objective – Base budget decisions on prioritized strategic objectives Tactics • Ensure the annual budget development process establishes priorities consistent with School Board priorities, resolutions and the strategic plan • Facilitate School Board work sessions on budget standards and priorities • Ensure processes provide effective community engagement • Develop new Strategic Plan Metrics • The adopted budget development calendar reflects key system work and allows for the allocation of resources to support system priorities • Timelines align with legislative calendars and decisions support school year implementation needs • Budget decisions provide effective impacts for student success • Partner with the School Board on next steps for development and implementation Resources • General fund maintenance level staffing Goal IV: Operate Efficiently Enhance academic quality and student outcomes through strong fiscal management, facility planning and effective governance Objective – Evaluate program effectiveness to include return on investment analysis, impact on student success and delivery of services Tactics • 2.1 Study impact of the reduced custodial staffing model as part of budget reductions for the 2019-20 school year • 2.2 Evaluate effectiveness of implementing a new weed control system based on non-chemical treatment of weeds • 2.3 Study efficiency of work order assignment, completion and record keeping system using smart phone devices with all maintenance staff • 2.4 Study impacts of revised Nutrition Services staffing models and cost saving measures Metrics • 2.1 Observe cleanliness of schools and staff perceived service level impacts • 2.2 Observe amount of weeds in beds, using Ferris High School and Montessori as pilot schools • 2.3 Review work order data to verify complete work order records related to work performed, labor and materials • 2.4 Nutrition Services staffing levels meet service delivery expectations • 2.5 Modified menu and service models maintain or increase program participation Resources • General Fund, USDA Nutrition Program and participant fees Goal IV: Operate Efficiently Enhance academic quality and student outcomes through strong fiscal management, facility planning and effective governance Objective – Provide all schools with appropriate resources, materials, and supplies to support students and staff Tactics • 3.1 Plan for and support implementation of the School Employees Benefits Board insurance programs (SEBB) • 3.2 Monitor financial impacts of SEBB and identify strategies for effective staffing structures • 3.3 Complete collective bargaining processes in support of system needs and fiscal sustainability Metrics • 3.1.1 Complete communication and education plans for employees and administrators • 3.1.2 Open enrollment plan ensures successful transition for employees • 3.2.1 Collaborate with building administrators and other school districts to identify and design position descriptions to support school needs within available resources • 3.3.1 Timely completion of processes to ensure the effective start to the new school year • 3.3.2 Progress toward fiscal sustainability while supporting student and employee needs • 3.3.3 Continuation of market competitiveness Resources • General fund Goal IV: Operate Efficiently Enhance academic quality and student outcomes through strong fiscal management, facility planning and effective governance Objective – Review, evaluate, & implement long-range facility, technology, and security plan Tactics • Construct and move into the new Linwood Elementary Replacement Project to include: Ribbon Cutting Ceremony, Dedication, and Community Tours • Construct Lewis & Clark High School Classroom Addition and new Commons/Cafeteria Project by August 2020 • Construct Wilson Classroom Addition and Gym Replacement Project by August 2020 to include moving staff and students to old Jefferson Elementary, "Camp Wilson," for the 2019-20 school year and move back by August 2020 • Design and start construction of the Shaw Middle School Replacement Project, On-Track Academy, and Hillyard Public Library • Design and start construction of the Glover Middle School Replacement Project • Select architectural firm and begin design of the Adams Elementary capital improvement project • Select architectural firms for the design of a new stadium to replace Joe Albi Stadium at its current site, a new Northwest Middle School (on the site of Albi), and a new Northeast Middle School (on North Foothills Drive) • Determine construction methods for new stadium and new Northwest and Northeast Middle Schools (i.e., Design/Bid/Build, GCCM, or Design/Build) • Implement smaller building improvements as part of the 2019-2020 Annual Capital Projects Program • Identify and implement security system improvements funded by the 2018 bond • Select members of the Boundary Adjustment Committee and begin boundary adjustment study, using approved boundary guidelines Metrics • Completion and successful move into the new Linwood Elementary • Completion of the classroom addition and new commons for Lewis & Clark High School • Completion of the Wilson Classroom Addition and Gym Replacement Project and successful move back into Wilson Elementary from Camp Wilson • Completion of design for Shaw Middle School, On-Track Academy, Hillyard Library and continue construction • Completion of design for Glover Middle School and continue construction • Continue investigation and design for Adams Elementary capital improvement project • Architectural firms for new stadium and new, Northwest and Northeast Middle Schools selected and design begun • Construction methods determined for new stadium and new Northwest and Northeast Middle Schools • Smaller building improvements completed included in the 2019-2020 Annual Capital Projects Program • Security systems improvements installed, funded by the 2018 bond • Members of Boundary Adjustment Committee selected and study and community forums underway on boundary changes Resources • Bond Funds Goal IV: Operate Efficiently Enhance academic quality and student outcomes through strong fiscal management, facility planning and effective governance Objective – Advocate for local, state, federal and provide funding to support the district’s strategic goals Tactics • 5.1 Plan and convene discussions with the School Board regarding the option for a supplemental educational programs and operations levy for collections in calendar years 2020 and 2021 • 5.2 Work with legislative consultant to formulate School Board legislative priorities that advocate for improvements to the existing Prototypical School Funding Model, with specific focus on school nurses, mental health, school safety, and special education Metrics • 5.1.1 Evaluate revenue options that support and sustain current educational programs within the revised state funding environment and levy limits established by the Legislature • 5.1.2 Prepare information, discussions, and presentations for decision making If applicable, prepare resolution and ballot measure to meet mandatory deadlines (e.g Aug for 2019 and Dec 13 for a 2020 ballot measure) • 5.2.1 Completion of legislative priorities to ensure opportunities for advocacy and engagement prior to the 2020 legislative session Establish support and coordination with other districts and associations as appropriate Resources • Maintenance budget in the general fund Goal IV: Operate Efficiently Enhance academic quality and student outcomes through strong fiscal management, facility planning and effective governance Objective – Improve governance and system accountability Tactics • 6.1 Establish system and procedure to ensure timely review and update of school district policies and procedures Metrics • 6.1.1 Consistent and timely review of WSSDA policy news briefs • 6.1.2 Identify subject matter experts and applicable legal review to address policy additions and/or revisions • 6.1.3 Establish annual calendar and schedule School Board policy presentations Resources • Maintenance level in the general fund Goal V: Ensure Public Support and Customer Satisfaction Student learning experiences will be supported and enriched by fostering effective communication as well as purposeful internal and community partnerships Objective – Evaluate and update current communication strategy while enhancing transparency Tactics • Promote features and availability of content on new district website and mobile app to encourage usage and the collection of ongoing input Metrics • Acquisition of baseline usage rates to statistics related to frequently accessed content Resources • N/A Goal V: Ensure Public Support and Customer Satisfaction Student learning experiences will be supported and enriched by fostering effective communication as well as purposeful internal and community partnerships Objective – Evaluate and update current communication strategy while enhancing transparency Tactics Leverage digital/social media engagement to promote community dialogue Metrics • Grow and expand the reach of SPS social media channels by percent • Maintain a responsiveness rate at or above 98 percent on Facebook • Produce at least one video story per week during the school year focusing on student and staff successes and outcomes • Enhance cross engagement between spokaneschools.org and SPS social media channels • Update the SPS social media policy Resources Goal V: Ensure Public Support and Customer Satisfaction Student learning experiences will be supported and enriched by fostering effective communication as well as purposeful internal and community partnerships Objective – Collect, evaluate and report stakeholder input for continuous improvement Tactics • Seek positive story-telling opportunities that leverage SPS Stories and other digital tools to drive positive traditional media outcomes Metrics • Maintain a media favorability rating at or above two-thirds (positive or neutral) • Increase proactive media placement to one-third or greater • Meet with newsrooms as needed to cultivate relationships and brief important topics • Introduce new Community Relations staff • Reintroduce winter procedures and processes Resources • Goal V: Ensure Public Support and Customer Satisfaction Student learning experiences will be supported and enriched by fostering effective communication as well as purposeful internal and community partnerships Objective – Provide opportunities for employee involvement in work-related decisions Tactics Develop and execute strategies to support SPS priority initiatives Metrics Community engagement • Review and update regular direct communications methods for effectiveness and new opportunities • Identify and plan Thoughtexchange opportunities for the year • Seek new avenues to gather quantitative stakeholder data and feedback Staff engagement • Utilize Thoughtexhange to drive meeting agendas and staff feedback • Review and update regular direct communications methods for effectiveness and new opportunities • Increase use of staff section on spokaneschools.org to communicate internally Continued on next slide… Goal V: Ensure Public Support and Customer Satisfaction Student learning experiences will be supported and enriched by fostering effective communication as well as purposeful internal and community partnerships Objective – Provide opportunities for employee involvement in work-related decisions Labor relations • Maintain and enhance collaborative relationship with SEA leadership • Seek to be proactive with community/media updates and messaging • Utilize digital tools to drive greater transparency during bargaining process Budget • Continue fostering community engagement • Seek media opportunities to highlight/clarify important budget considerations • Develop infographics that succinctly tell a complex story Supplemental levy • Develop stories that show the impact of levy support • Hold regular stakeholder meetings to educate important influencers Legislative priorities • Tell at least one media story a month that and supports SPS legislative priorities • Communicate regularly with legislative delegation via personal meetings and direct/digital methods Resources Goal V: Ensure Public Support and Customer Satisfaction Student learning experiences will be supported and enriched by fostering effective communication as well as purposeful internal and community partnerships Objective – Develop and expand community partnerships Tactics • 4.1 Subject to grant award, implement School Based Health Clinic at Rogers HS • 4.2 Continue development of community groups focused on supporting mentor opportunities and culturally responsive strategies for promoting student engagement Metrics • 4.1.1 Project implementation during Fall 2019 • 4.1.2 Establish clinic service goals and monitor progress • 4.1.3 Increased opportunities to support the clinic through community partnerships • 4.2.1 Identify baseline data for district mentors Resources • Grant from Kaiser Permanente and Neighborhood Council Community Block Grant • Identification of required funds contingent on model development process Goal V: Ensure Public Support and Customer Satisfaction Student learning experiences will be supported and enriched by fostering effective communication as well as purposeful internal and community partnerships Objective - Develop communication strategies promoting student involvement and highlighting successes Tactics • Develop student groups to promote student voice, participation, cultural responsiveness at the high school level Metrics • Model development and initiation of student groups Resources • Identification of required funds contingent on model development process ... incorporated in the 2019- 202 0 budget Goal III: Build and Maintain a Talented, Effective Workforce Enhance student performance by attracting, supporting and developing a world class workforce Objective... plans for certificated and classified staff Tactics • 5.1 Develop schedule to complete job description reviews/updates; align responsibilities with evaluation forms • 5.2 Develop 2019- 202 0 workforce... Prepare information, discussions, and presentations for decision making If applicable, prepare resolution and ballot measure to meet mandatory deadlines (e.g Aug for 2019 and Dec 13 for a 2020