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GWL District Goals & Strategic Plan

Budget Workshop - 1 January 11, 2017

Curriculum Alignment

To define and implement curriculum K-8 that aligns with the Common Core Standards and GWLUSD exit

• utcomes.

Continue 2017/18 Units of Study Reading/Writing Workshop Singapore Math Science 21 Fundations K-3 PLW K-8 Spanish K-8 Vocabulary and Grammer Workshop: 2-8 Proposed Suggestions in 2017/18 Library Media Studies K-3 Social Studies Curriculum Alignment in Grades K-6

Instruction

To develop instructional practices that will enhance student learning to the highest standards.

Continuation

• Grade Level Leader Model
• Professional Learning Communities

Proposed Suggestions for 2017/18

• Share Curriculum Maps with Surrounding Districts
• New Faculty Mentor Program Implementation
• Develop Orientation Program for New Students Entering GWL UFSD
• International Baccalaureate Program - Recommendation for

BOE Consideration

• Seek out grant funding for Universal Pre-K Program

Assessment

To raise academic achievement levels for all students K-8.

Continuation 2017/18

• NWEA for RTI Screening: K-8
• Scholastic Reading Inventory: 2-8
• Achieve 3000: 2-8
• AIMSWEB for RTI/SPED: K-8
• DIAL For K Screening

Instructional Technology

To integrate technology throughout the entire school district organization.

Continue 2017/2018

Chromebooks 3-8 Faculty 1-1 Access

Proposed Suggestions for 2017/2018

• iPad Access K & 1
• Chromebook or iPad Access- Grade 2
• Centralized Printing K-8
• Achieve 3000 Grade 8
• IXL Math/ELA Grades K-8
• Electronic Locks Classroom Doors (Smartbond)
• Camera Upgrade and Increase (Smartbond)
• Mac Lab in Middle School (Smartbond)
• Replace Smartboards w. Sony Interactive TVs (Budget &

Smartbond)

Staff Development

To establish a staff development program, for all employees, that maintains, supports and enhances the educational program.

Continuation 2017/2018

• Reading & Writing Workshop Professional

Development

• Singapore Math Professional Development
• Professional Development Music and PE

Proposed Suggestions for 2017/2018

• Response to Intervention (SPED Referral

Process, Math Intervention)

• Provide Professional Development based on

Consultant Recommendations: Music

• Support PLW Implementation

Human Resources

To employ and maintain superior personnel within the District.

Currently In Progress

• Data Coordinator Position
• Multi-Step Hiring Process

Proposed Suggestions for 17/18

• Move to online platform for APPR
• New Mentor Program

Support Services

Provide appropriate and purposeful support services and programs to meet the needs of all students.

Proposed Suggestions for 2017/18

• Specialized Student Support Groups:

Banana Splits Family Members with Substance Abuse

• Before/After School Tutoring Program for General Ed. Students (grant funded)

School Climate

To create an outstanding school climate that is safe, nurturing and welcoming.

Continue from 2017/18

• Fitness Gram Program K-8
• PBIS Program
• Cyber Safety & Communication
• Parent Workshops

Parental Involvement

To increase the effectiveness and participation of parents and community members in school programs.

Currently in Progress

• Family University
• Parent Portal K-8
• Twitter, Facebook, Newsletter
• Email Notifications vs. Paper

Proposed Suggestions for 17/18

• Create Greenwood Lake Schools

Foundation

Extracurriculars

Elementary School

ART CLUB CODING CLUB DRAMA CLUB ENVIRONMENTAL CLUB INTRAMURAL CLUB LEGO CLUB

Middle School

ART CLUB CODING CLUB DRAMA CLUB LEGO CLUB INTRAMURAL CLUB
 STUDENT COUNCIL

• JR. NATIONAL HONORS SOCIETY

SELECT CHORUS BOWLING CLUB SKI CLUB FILM PRODUCTION & EDITING

Athletics

Boys & Girls Soccer Boys & Girls Basketball Cross Country Track & Field Wrestling Competition Cheerleading softball Baseball Volleyball Possible Additions for 17/18: Modified Football Selective Classification Option

Finance

To create and maintain a financial plan that balances the educational needs of the District with the community's ability and willingness to support

Proposed Suggestions 2017/18

• Implement Timepiece at Bus

Garage

• Continue Envision Implémentation
• Explore PayPal as a Payment

Option for Families

Food Service

Proposed Suggestions for 2017/18

• Review and implement

recommendations (Feb. Mtg)

• Design Elementary School

Cafeteria Space

Transportation

Currently in Progress

• Wide Area Digital Communication System
• Maintain Bus Purchase Plan
• Redesign Dispatch Services
• Continue PBIS Implementation/Behavior

Management Training for Personnel

Operations & Maintenance

To create a safe, clean, and aesthetically pleasing environment to compliment instructional goals and purpose.

Proposed Suggestions 2017/18

• 7/8 MS Classrooms: Paint

Classrooms & Replace Furniture

• MS Gym: Paint Walls & New Floor

Installation (capital project)

• MS/ES Blacktop: Asphalt Sealing
• Replace: MS Water Meter and

Strainer

• Exception Project: MS Cafeteria

Walls & Sound Proofing