The Power of US Putting AISD’s Strategic Plan Into Action

AISD Strategic Plan Created by Teachers, Parents, Administrators, AISD Staff, Community Partners. Adopted by AISD Board of Trustees in December Guide for all district work for 2010 through Updated 3/23/10

Strategic Plan Guides Instruction. Guides Programs and Staffing. Guides the District Budget. –More funds moved to the campuses. –Funding decisions based on what is most effective in serving students. Updated 3/23/10

Strategic Plan A very public, open plan so educators, families, and the community can know the direction for the district for the next five years. Tied to outcome measures so we can see if we are making progress toward realizing our goals. Updated 3/23/10

District Goals All students performing at or above grade level. Achievement gaps eliminated. All students graduate ready for college, career, and life in globally competitive economy. All schools meet or exceed state accountability standards; district meets federal standards and exceeds state standards. Updated 3/23/10

Strong Partnerships We are all accountable for the education and welfare of Austin’s children. To succeed, this plan requires the commitment of: –teachers, principals and district staff; –students and their families; –Austin community partners. Updated 3/23/10

Strategy 2: Building Strong Relationships with Students, Families and the Community 1.Use multiple methods of communication and engagement to gain community input, participation, and partnerships in sharing responsibility for student success. 2.Increase collaboration to support health and human services, housing and community planning. 3.Ensure schools have resources and services to support students and their families. 4.Provide necessary translation and interpretation services at all schools. Updated 3/23/10

AISD’s Promise to the Community If your children— Go to school in AISD, Have no unexcused absences, Do their homework, and Stay in AISD schools for at least three consecutive years— They will graduate ready for college, career, and life in a globally competitive economy. Updated 3/23/10

Promise Needed from Students and Their Families Students will: Come to school on time, Stay for the entire school day, and Will be provided the time, space, and oversight needed to complete their homework. Updated 3/23/10

Promise Needed from Community Partners The future of Austin depends on the future success of our students. We are asking community partners to share in the accountability for our goals by: –Tutoring and mentoring; –Supporting after-school programs and student-support services; and –Bringing new resources to our schools. Updated 3/23/10

Strategic Plan Priorities for 2010 Priorities for first year of plan include: Improving Attendance; –One day of school missed per week=One year of school missed every five years. –Every missed day costs schools $45 per student. Improving Dropout Prevention, including creating multiple pathways for HS students to recover credits and catch up; Creating Dual Language programs; Support for AU schools/Turnaround model; Full-time counselor in every elementary school. Updated 3/23/10

Mission Critical Priorities for 2010 Strategic compensation funding; Vertical team signature programs; Enhanced fine arts access; Continuation of full-day Pre-K; Special Education staffing reserve. Updated 3/23/10

Long-Term Strategic Plan Investments for Key building blocks for high student achievement include: Teacher Pay Parity; Strengthened Library Resources; Facility Maintenance; Broadband access for economically disadvantaged students. Updated 3/23/10

The Power of US Sign up to show your commitment to making the Strategic Plan work for the students of Austin. Tell us how you want to help. Updated 3/23/10