Strategic Plan

1. DRAFT ABC Unified School District 2000 - 2003 Strategic Plan June 2000 600-225/9

2. Table of Contents Introduction - A Message From the Superintendent i 2000-2003 Goals Format ii Strategic Planning Process 1 Timeline 2 Evaluation Process - “The Pie” 3 Summary of Strategic Plan Goals 4 Strategic Plan Goals 5 High Results Oriented Instructional Program 6-7 Extraordinary School and Community Partnership 8-9 Highest Quality Professional Staff 10-11 Inspiring Learning and Working Environment 12-13 Modern School Facilities 14-15 Acknowledgements 17

3. Introduction A Message from the Superintendent This 2000-2003 District Strategic Plan provides the framework for building on our current strengths in ABC and setting a vision and goals for the next three years. The Vision is simple and powerful. We believe students in ABC should be as well educated as any in the world. Right here in our schools. There are five goals with specific yearly targets each of the three years of the plan. The goals are also simple and essential. They speak to student achievement, quality of work life, modern facilities, professional staff, and school-community partnerships. This plan begins a new era in goal setting, accomplishment and accountability in ABC. Traditionally, public schools set and evaluate goals based on processes. ABC will now be evaluated on how it achieves agreed upon expectations and levels of performance. In order to determine how well we are doing, we have invented our own district-wide evaluation plan that will use different measures to assess progress on our goals. This “evaluation pie” is outlined in this plan. Our District Strategic Planning Committee will provide the leadership in evaluating district goal achievement via the “pie” and assist in reporting results to staff and community. In ABC we believe that all parts of the school district should function as an integrated system working together to support the classroom teacher. This approach provides a focus of energy, talent and resources aimed at our “Main Thing” which is student achievement. It has been said that young people are our future. True enough. It is also true that we adults are their future. This plan is a simple framework to help ensure that future. Ron Barnes Superintendent ABC Unified School District Technology integrated into the classroom. i

4. Strategic Plan Goals Format • The goals in the strategic plan are organized in the following way: • Goal Statement • Quality Indicators • Annual Targets • This format allows you to see the overall goal first, followed by the quality indicators used to measure whether the goal is being achieved. Annual targets also have been established for each year. An evaluation process including a multiple measures approach will be used to assess the District’s efforts in meeting the goals. • By adopting this approach, the District is intentionally requiring a significantly higher level of accountability. The key to our success will be the continued involvement of our students, parents, staff and community in achieving our goals. ii

5. Our Collective “Work of the District” Strategic Planning Process District Goals High Results Oriented Instructional Program Modern School Facilities Inspiring Learning and Working Environments Extraordinary School and Community Partnerships Highest Quality Professional Staff Academic Services Schools Support Services Submit District’s Strategic Plan to Board Individual School and Department Plans Gather Input from Staff/Parents/Community Members Submit Individual School/Department Plan to District 1

6. Our Collective “Work of the District” Coordination and Planning Process Timeline 1999-2000 Sept - March Oct. June April-May Sept. Gather Input from Schools and Department for Individual Plans Share draft with The District Management Team Present Initial Plan to Board for Approval and Then Develop Annual Targets and Evaluation System Submit District’s Strategic Plan to Board for Approval Submit Individual School/ Department Plans to District Finalize draft with Board Advisory Committee- Strategic Planning 2

7. Our Collective “Work of the District” Evaluation Components “The Pie” State Standardized Data Community/Staff/ Student Surveys Per School Specific Results Based Targets Community Quality Indicators ABC Assessments 3

8. Summary of Strategic Plan Goals 2000-2003 Goals: 1. High Results Oriented Instructional Program To implement a world class education system based on high expectations and common standards for all students. 2. Extraordinary School and Community Partnership To develop and implement systems that promote parent, student and community partnership that result in student centered learning environments and opportunities. 3. Highest Quality Professional Staff To improve performance by committing to provide staff development based on district priorities. To recruit and retain the highest quality professional staff for the District. 4. Inspiring Learning and Working Environments To establish an environment that will encourage innovation, provide flexibility to schools, ensure safety in schools and expand the customer service approach to support our school communities. 5. Modern School Facilities To modernize all schools by 2004 and provide a system of support to ensure long term modern facilities. 4

9. Strategic Plan Goals ---Student Achievement - Our Main Thing High Results - Oriented Instructional Program Extraordinary School and Community Partnerships Modern School Facilities Inspiring Learning and Working Environments Highest Quality Professional Staff 5

10. 1. High Results Oriented Instructional Program To implement a world class education system based on high expectations and common standards for all students. 6

11. 1. High Results Oriented Instructional Program ANNUAL TARGETS DISTRICT GOALS QUALITY INDICATORS 2000-01 2001-02 2002-03 Using current State assessments, increase student performance by 8%. This will be used as baseline data. 55% of students from low income families, in the District for 3 years, will achieve grade level proficiency in reading on the SAT 9. Design and implement a study that will determine students success and preparation. Send survey to graduates of 2001. Garner baseline data. Develop benchmarks for measuring staff technology proficiency. Baseline data is collected regarding student technology proficiency. Analyze assessment data and determine targets for improvement. Improve by 8% from prior year. 95% of students from low income families, in the District for 3 years, will be at grade level in reading on the SAT 9. Adjust and modify curriculum and graduation requirements as needed. 75% of staff have attained technology proficiency. 80% of students are working at grade level for the K-12 technology benchmarks. Analyze assessment data and determine targets for improvement. Improve by 8% above prior year. 75% of students from low income families, in the District for 3 years, will achieve grade level proficiency in reading on the SAT 9. Analyze data from class of 2001 to identify target areas for improvement. 60% of staff have attained technology proficiency. 75% of students are working at grade level for the K-12 technology benchmarks. District scores on a variety of assessments, including the SAT 9, will improve from a baseline for the next three years. Increasing percentage of students from low income families will achieve grade level proficiency in reading on the SAT 9. Students will demonstrate competence in the basic skills and knowledge needed for satisfactory entry into post secondary education or the work force. Students and teachers will use technology as a meaningful tool for learning and teaching in all educational environments. 1. Students in ABC score in the top quartile in California. 2. ABC proves, via results, that socio-economic status does not have to be a school success indicator. 3. A standard based curriculum demonstrates commitment to "Learners of the Future." 4. Staff and students utilize an information and technology- rich learning and teaching environment. 7

12. 2. Extraordinary School and Community Partnership To develop and implement systems that promote parent, student and community partnership that result in student centered learning environments and opportunities. 8

13. 2. Extraordinary School and Community Partnership ANNUAL TARGETS DISTRICT GOALS QUALITY INDICATORS 2000-01 2001-02 2002-03 Increase variety by 10% over prior year. Facility use shows 20% increase over prior year. Increase variety of opportunities and participation by 10% over prior year. 70% of community surveys indicate "A" or "B" regarding District schools. 1. Business and community partnerships provide rich learning support within and beyond the four walls. 2. Volunteerism program puts large number of volunteers in our schools. 3. Community grades quality of ABC schools as an "A" or "B." Increase the number of community, business and educational partners, including the PTA, who will share their time and resources with the District. Expand opportunities for students to extend their learning into the community and business; schools will be available for use toward community activities on a 24 hour basis. Significantly increase volunteers in the schools in ways that will assist teachers and results in enhanced student learning. Annual community surveys will indicate "A" or "B" regarding the quality of education provided by the District. Increase variety and opportunity for involvement by 10%. Facility use shows a 20% increase. Collect baseline data for number of volunteers and activities/ support they provide. 60% of community survey indicates "A" or "B" regarding District schools. Increase variety by 10% over prior year. Facility use shows 20% increase over prior year. Increase variety of opportunities and participation by 10% over prior year. 80% of community surveys indicates "A" or "B" regarding District schools. 9

14. 3. Highest Quality Professional Staff To improve performance by committing to provide staff development based on district priorities. To recruit, and retain the highest quality professional staff for the District. 10

15. 3. Highest Quality Professional Staff ANNUAL TARGETS DISTRICT GOALS QUALITY INDICATORS 2000-01 2001-02 2002-03 1. Extraordinary professional growth opportunities are provided for certificated and classified employees. 2. The District will employ and keep the top 5% of quality employees in all areas. Certificated and classified staff are involved in high quality professional growth programs that they will view as helpful and supportive. Data will indicate that the district hires and retains the highest quality employees. Survey shows 75% of staff participating in professional growth opportunities. Those participating report positive evaluations. District managers rank new employees as being in the top 5%. District data demonstrates that employee turnover in ABC is 10% lower than in like districts. 90% of the teachers hired in ABC are fully credentialed. Survey shows 85% of staff participating in professional growth opportunities. Those participating report positive evaluations. District managers rank new employees as being in the top 5%. District data demonstrates that employee turnover in ABC is 20% lower than in like districts. 90% of the teachers hired in ABC are fully credentialed. Survey shows 90% of staff participating in professional growth opportunities. Those participating report positive evaluations. District managers rank new employees as being in the top 5%. District data demonstrates that employee turnover in ABC is 30% lower than in like districts. 90% of the teachers hired in ABC are fully credentialed. 95% of all teachers in ABC are fully credentialed. 11

16. 4. Inspiring Learning and Working Environments To establish an environment that will encourage innovation, provide flexibility to schools, ensure safety in schools and expand the customer service approach to support our school communities. 12

17. 4. Inspiring Learning and Working Environments ANNUAL TARGETS DISTRICT GOALS QUALITY INDICATORS 2000-01 2001-02 2002-03 Survey staff and parents regarding school security. Schools modify their safe school plan. Surveys of departments are developed to allow for customer suggestions. Define targets for improvements. Survey staff, students and parents regarding quality of work life and learning environment. Use as baseline data. 1. Safe and secure environments are assured for students and staff. 2. Support systems are in place that treat students, staff and community as customers. 3. ABC staff grade quality of work life and learning environment as an "A" or "B." Students and parents rate learning environment in ABC as an "A" or "B." Students, staff and parents believe their school and work places are safe and secure. Support systems are continuously improved based on customer needs and suggestions. Customers of support systems are satisfied with services. Staff rate work life as an "A" or "B" at their schools. Students and parents rate learning life as an "A" or "B" at their schools. Increase 5% over baseline year to assure positive response regarding safe and secure environments. Show improvement in target areas. 80% of respondents on the survey report "A" or "B" on the quality of work life and learning environment. Increase by 10% over prior year positive reports regarding safe and secure environments. Show improvement in target areas. Continue to solicit and analyze areas for improvement. 85% of the respondents on the survey report "A" or "B" on the qualify of work life/learning environment. 13

18. 5. Modern School Facilities To modernize all schools by 2004 and provide a system of support to ensure long term modern facilities. 14

19. 5. Modern School Facilities ANNUAL TARGETS QUALITY INDICATORS DISTRICT GOALS 2000-01 2001-02 2002-03 30% of the projects, in terms of effort/cost, will be completed by June 30, 2001. Deferred maintenance plan will be developed for the next 3-5 years. A repair and preventive maintenance action plan will be developed for all sites based on a needs analysis. Networks and phone systems will be installed as a part of modernization program. Half of the total projects will be completed by the end of the 2001-02 school year. A survey of ABC stakeholders will indicate satisfaction of the maintenance of the facilities. Mail and student information programs will be available on district networked computers. Electronic mail services will be available by remote access for all staff members. 1. Every school modernized by Dec. 2003 in cooperation with staff and community. 2. A systematic support system is in place to assure long term modern facilities. 3. Technology is an integral element in school design and renovation. All schools will be modernized within the established timelines for completion. A need analysis will be completed and annually revised for maintaining and improving ABC’s facilities. Technology systems and services will facilitate improved productivity and communication for all employees. All projects will be completed or in construction at the end of the 2002-03 school year. The maintenance action plan will be reviewed annually and adjusted. All schools will be networked and every classroom is connected to the internet. Every classroom has a phone and access to email. Teachers have the technological resources to communicate with parents and colleagues. 15

20. “If you have the courage to begin, you have the courage to succeed.” David Viscott Moving ABC into the Future 16

21. Acknowledgements Appreciation is extended to the staff and various groups for their input and thoughts in the development of this Strategic Plan. This includes the Board of Education, the District Management Team; President of AFT, CSEA, AFSCME, Superintendent’s Advisory Council, staff of Academic Services and Support Services. Special acknowledgement is extended to the Strategic Planning Board Advisory Committee: Armin Reyes, Board Liaison, Dr. Mary Sieu, Assistant Superintendent-Academic Services, District Liaison, Warren White, Chairperson, Bill Alford, Pat Bauer, Herb Bryan, Brian Ferrer (Student), Shiris Gandhi, Laura Lee, Rebecca Michele Macias, Linda Madrid, Lucila Meraz, Rudy Pulido, Don Saul. 17

22. BOARD OF EDUCATION Olympia Chen, President David Montgomery, Vice President • Marilyn Rubio, Clerk Robert Baldwin, Member • Cecy Groom, Member Armin Reyes, Member • Celia Spitzer, Member Superintendent Dr. Ronald G. Barnes