Strategy Action Plan Year of [1] teams that $400 $34,900 ... · and summative assessment. $31,200...

Strategy Action Plan Year 0 Action Steps Cost of Step Total Cost Levy Ongoing Cost[1] Form two intra‐district teams that include all stakeholder‐elementary and secondary‐to study grading across elementary and secondary levels

$400 $34,900 $400

[2] Research best practices in grading $4,050 $4,050

[4]Visit other districts that have implemented similar grading practices and will evaluate their results.

$3,600 $3,600

[10]Provide on‐going, systematic staff development related to new grading and evaluation policy. (Phase 1 of 4)

$21,000 $21,000

* * Explore purchasing or designing a student feedback system to meet the needs of teacher evaluation and Strategic Actions/Steps: III.2.2, I.I.2, I.I.3, I.I.4. Prepare to implement the system in Year One.

$0 $0

* * Infuse concepts of passion into all Strategic Plan work Years 1‐5 $0 $0

* * Explore opportunities for greater flexibility in teacher work day and work year schedules

$0 $0

* * Conduct an audit in elementary schools in regards to level of implementation of ELOs, common assessments, and PLCs.

$0 $0

* * Ensure E‐12 focus in all strategic plan work Years 1‐5 $0 $0* * Design a coherent process to meet the expectations of the Year

One Action Steps: X.7.1, X.7.2, X.7.3, X.7.4$0 $0

$29,050 $34,900 $29,050

[1,2,4,10] Examine current system of assessments. Research best practices in grading and visit other districts that have implemented similar grading practices. Provide meaningful professional development in the area of grading practices (ie. Thomas Guskey)

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Theme Summary of Work StrategyAction Plan

Specific Action Steps Cost of Step Levy Ongoing

Personalization

(1) Develop intercultural coaching research‐based methods for district. $0(2) Determine schedule for school participation for training in intercultural coaching.

$4,000 $4,000

(3) Develop and implement a customized training plan for each school. $50,000 $50,000

Quality Staff

(1) Designate Lead Teachers at all defined sites. $69,000 $69,000(2) Provide professional learning lead teachers in observation techniques, curriculum and instructional best practices.

$13,800 $13,800

(3) Provide Lead Teachers with release time for peer observations. $27,600 $27,600Personalization

(4) Develop a process for how instructional staff, building sites, and the district will review and utilize data.

$3,900 $3,900

(5) Develop partnerships with parents and community members when appropriate during all steps of the process.

$0

CurriculumMapping Curriculum: Ensuring a challenging and relevant curriculum to prepare students for an ever‐changing world

IV 3 (3) Review all current curriculum areas to assess consistency through curriculum mapping (learning Targets/Essential Learning Outcomes) and quality of formative and summative assessment.

$31,200 $31,200

(1) Adopt Understanding By Design (UBD) model. $20,000Personalization

(3) Implement a consistent system of assessments which provides feedback to inform instruction and measures a consistent scope and sequence.

$0

(4) Implement end of course student surveys that reflect on a student's learning experience during the course.

See III.2.2

Curriculum

(1) Evaluation criteria will utilize comparison data and multiple measures between Stillwater Area Public Schools and multiple school districts on an annual basis.

$4,050 $4,050

(2) Investigate comparable, top performing districts during curriculum review process to learn what they are doing around best practice

$1,350 $1,350

(4) Compare student data between Stillwater and like other metro area districts on an annual basis to identify strengths and weaknesses, as well as to formulate a plan to address current curriculum and instruction weaknesses.

$4,050 $4,050

III 4Personalizing Instruction: Understanding how culture impacts how students learn and teachers teach

IV 5Measuring Up: Comparing Stillwater to other high performing districts

IV 4Personalizing Instruction: Using assessments to measure what students know and identify where they need additional help

IV 2Monitoring student achievement: Utilizing data to understand individual student needs

III.4: Research‐based methods of assisting teachers in delivering culturally responsive instruction will be a priority of professional development.

IV.1: The curriculum design process will be based on; best practice, ongoing evaluation of current curriculum, ongoing evaluation of new curriculum implementation/fidelity, support and coaching for teaching staff in change areas.

IV.2: The curriculum process allows for annual review for all curricular areas and necessary large scale modifications as a result of changes to state and/or national standards and needs of students.

IV.3: Curriculum maps will be utilized in all areas ensuring equitable learning experience for all students at all levels.

IV 1Developing staff: Providing peer coaching and mentoring with help of Lead Teachers

IV.4: A balanced assessment system will measure the efficiency of curriculum implementation.

IV.5: Stillwater Area Public Schools will measure itself against competitive and comparable school districts.

Strategic Plan - Year 1 2



Ever‐changing world

(1) The district adopted 21st century learning framework will be embedded into all curriculum.

$1,950 $1,950

(2) Routinely identify and implement E‐12 learning experiences and requirements that capture and promote experiences for an ever‐changing world (i.e. online learning).

$1,950 $1,950

(3) Feedback will be provided on the progress of implementing the 21st learning framework ‐ in schools and classrooms ‐ by instructional coaches and school leaders (i.e. learning walks).

$0

(4) Develop and implement assessments to measure and monitor students’ progress and obtainment of the identified 21st century learning skills.

$7,800

Preparing for Ever‐Changing World: Bring Your Own Technology (BYOT) Phase 1

(5) Develop and implement a Bring Your Own Technology (BYOT) plan for all schools that will consist of a balance between student‐owned and district owned web based devices (i.e. tablets, laptops).

$186,300 $186,300

Curriculum

Focusing on "Common Core:" Ensuring students master essential skills in writing, reading, listening and speaking

IV 7 (1) Conduct a curriculum audit to identify the number of writing, reading, listening, and speaking components in each individual curricular area to ensure the common core is being implemented effectively.

$15,600 $15,600

Personalization

[5]Develop and adopt a school board policy on grading to support work in 4.4.12 $0

[7]Empower a district level grading and evaluation policy working group to develop a detailed policy

$4,050 $4,050

[8]Review grading platform to ensure feasibility of implementing grading policy $0 $0

[10]Provide on‐going, systematic staff development related to new grading and evaluation policy (Phase 2 of 4)

$10,000 $10,000

[11]Create an elementary report card/grading committee that will meet regularly with representation from teachers at appropriate grade levels/curricular areas, administration, teaching and learning staff and parents

$4,725 $4,725

[12]Develop new elementary and secondary grading/reporting systems that reflect best practices as evidenced by research. The systems must support student learning as identified in the district’s strategic plan and by state standards

$4,725 $4,725

Personalization

Preparing for Ever‐Changing World: Ensuring students leave our schools ready for the real world by providing online learning opportunities and developing 21st century skills

IV 6

VI.5: Mutual accountability for reading progress will be enhanced, and student reading skills and achievement will improve.

IV.6: Students will have the skills to succeed in an ever‐changing world.

IV.7: Reading, writing, speaking and listening standards will be integrated in all content areas.

VI.4: The student evaluation and grading practices model will support accountability reporting in student learning and achievement.

VI 4Understanding Student Achievement: Developing grading systems to better measure and communicate student growth ‐ Phase 1




Supporting Students: Providing Reading Coach/Liaisons to work along with families to help students improve reading skills

VI 5 (1) Research, develop and implement an E‐12 reading coach/liaison model for parents and teachers.

$0

Personalization

(4) Fully implement a system of learning supports to identify and address barriers to learning.

$0 $0

(5) Assign a faculty member to each student to provide guidance and support. –CROSS REFERENCE STRATEGY I, PLAN 3‐• At the elementary level, this person can be the classroom teacher. Maintaining this teacher over multiple years is recommended (looping).• At the junior high and senior high levels, this person will be an advisor who is consistent over multiple years.

$0


Preparing for Ever‐Changing World: Providing elementary students with opportunities to explore world language and cultures, and visual arts ‐ Phase 1

NEW Design new elementary programming (eg. World Language, Visual Arts) and structures to be implemented in Year Two.

$0


Preparing for Ever‐Changing World: Expanding 24/7 learning opportunities and offering more flexible learning schedules

NEW Design and build innovative scheduling models for grades 7‐12 $0

Community

(1) Create a database and calendar of all existing community involvement activities by school and by grade level.

$100 $100

(3) Engage in community partnerships to determine mutually beneficial projects. $100 $100

Community

(1) Collect data on how volunteers are currently recruited, trained, and managed in our district schools and programs.

$0

(2) Research how other districts of similar size recruit and manage volunteers and match them with volunteer opportunities.

$0

Community

(1) Evaluate “Power Up Initiative” family fun nights currently organized through Community Education.

$0

(2) Designate a community center coordinator. $0

II 4Building Community: Encouraging residents to utilize school facilities for recreation and academic

II 2Building Community: Involving students in their communities

II 3Building Community: Expanding volunteerism in our schools

II.4: District facilities will be more accessible to district residents through a community center approach.

IX.3: Students have experiences that align with their personal learning pathways.

II.2: District students and staff will have an increased presence in the community.

II.3: A pool of volunteers exists and is made up of individuals committed to participating in Stillwater Area Public Schools.

IX 3Supporting Students: Overcoming barriers ‐ academic, social, emotional, etc. ‐ to learning




(3) Pilot community center approach at Stillwater Junior High Campus utilizing recreational and academic activities and events.

$84,000

Personalization

(1) Provide teachers with systematic training, as needed, on how to optimize appropriate electronic reporting systems to communicate with parents and students.

$0

(3) Offer parents multiple learning opportunities about using electronic reporting systems to monitor and evaluate all aspects of their child’s educational progress.

$0

(7) Provide teachers with training on how to optimize their web pages for parents/ student communication.

$0

(4) Post student testing results and assessment profile reports to appropriate reporting systems within for access by teachers, parents and students.

$0

PersonalizationPersonalizing Instruction: Building meaningful relationships between students and adults

I 3 (1) Develop and implement a system to identify all students to ensure they have a meaningful connection with an adult at their school.

$10,000 $10,000

(2) Designate a staff member to facilitate the program. $0Community

(1) Enhance district and school websites by adding a quick link tab, a new family section, and an alumni section.

$0

(2) Establish a consistent social media promotional plan. $1,500 $1,500

Community

(1) Identify stakeholder groups. $0(2) Develop and implement tools to measure the communication needs of selected groups.

$0

(3) Evaluate results to establish best practice of communication methods in an ever‐changing world.

$25,000

Community

(1) Identify and evaluate current communication plans at each building. $0(2) Establish current best practices and develop a consistent communications plan. $0

(3) Share communication plans with parents and the public. $500(8) Provide information to businesses to publish on their message boards. $0

Safety

activities

5Building Community: Providing parents with relevant and meaningful information about their children and their schools

X.1: All students will have adequate access to trained mental health professionals.

VII

VI 3Personalizing Instruction: Engaging students and families in conversations about student growth and progress

VI.3: The quality of two‐way information exchanged between home and school will be improved and the frequency of reporting will be increased by optimizing technology usage by staff and parents.

I.3: All students will have a meaningful relationship with at least one adult in their school.

VII.2: Communication with and among stakeholders will be facilitated through available tools to provide specific, relevant, and up‐to‐date information.

VII.4: The most effective communications methods and messages will be utilized for community members, specifically those without students enrolled in Stillwater Area Public Schools.

Building Community: Utilizing technology to expand communication with the public

VII 2

VII.5: Consistent school‐to‐home communications/engagement plans will be utilized.

VII 4Building Community: Identifying what residents want to know abouto ur schools, and how they want to receive information




Supporting Students: Meeting the Mental Health needs of our students

X 1 (1) Assess mental health services currently provided by staff and contracted partners and determine unmet need.

$0

Safety

(1) Develop district and building level improvement teams focused on school health. The team will focus on creating healthy environments inside and outside the classroom. Include a representative focused on school health/wellness, staff, community and students.

$11,700 $11,700

(5) Eliminate food‐based rewards and provide suggested alternatives for families and staff.

$0

(10) Educate school staff on the importance of modeling healthy behaviors. $0

(11) Engage parents in encouraging children's lifelong physical activity and food choices.

$9,000 $9,000

Personalization

(1) Identify all transitions in the school environment in which students need support including, but not limited to:• building to building• new to district• newcomer students/new to the country• returning from intervention programs such as Youth & Community Accountability & Prevention Program (YCAAP)• federal Setting 3 or 4 special education programs• treatment programs• extended hospital stays• homebound• Alternative Learning Center (ALC)

See IX.3.4

(2) Establish small working groups to research, recommend, and investigate programs or curricula to support students for all transition needs.

See IX.3.4

(3) Purchase curricula/programs. See IX.3.4(4) Designate building level coordinators, implement teams and provide training. See IX.3.4

(5) Develop and implement district‐wide training for staff on cultural‐competency. $6,000 $6,000

Safety

(1) Develop committee to research and identify a bullying prevention program (eg. Olweus).

$7,500 $7,500

(3) Share recommendation with building principals regarding the implementation of the program.

$0 $0

(4) Work with district personnel to determine timeline. $0 $0(7) Develop site level implementation plans. $14,400 $14,400

X.2: Measures will be implemented to improve student health through modifications in the school environment.

X.3: Students will successfully transition as they enter or re‐enter new learning environments.

X.5: A consistent bullying prevention program will be implemented for all students.

X 5Providing Safe and Welcoming Learning Environments: Establishing an anti‐bullying program district‐wide

X 2Supporting Students: Helping students develop healthy lifestyles to support learning

X 3Supporting Students: Providing care and support through school transitions




Safety

Establishing a school‐based health clinic for students ‐ Phase 1

X 6 (1) Assign a district administrator and school board member to the community sub‐committee.

$0

Safety

(1) Develop and implement a positive behavior framework (eg. Positive Behavior Intervention and Support).

$18,000

(2) Provide training for building administrators and staff. $4,200 $4,200(3) Develop district and building level teams. $1,470 $1,470(4) Develop common district behavior outcomes, language and discipline process. $1,470 $1,470

Quality Staff

(1) Develop and implement differentiated instruction research‐based methods for district.

$7,500 $7,500

(2) Determine schedule for school participation for training in differentiated instruction.

$0 $0

(3) Develop and implement customized training plan based on the needs of staff. IMPLEMENT INSTRUCTIONAL COACHING PILOT

$450,000 $450,000

(4) Identify staff members to support schools in differentiated instruction. $0

Personalizing Instruction: Teaching to each student's personal strengths

III 2 (2) Develop and implement a system to assess students’ strengths and needs to align curriculum with needs. Combine with IV.4.3 and IV.4.4

$50,000 $50,000

Personalization

Personalizing Instruction: Teaching to each student's passion and interest

VIII 5 (1) Provide opportunities early in the year for parents and teachers to discuss students’ passions and interests.

$0

Quality Staff Developing Staff: Providing a warm welcome to new staff in our district

V 1 [6]Provide all new employees the opportunity for a Pony Pride bus ride and tour of all district facilities, explaining the unique features of each school and the history of the surrounding area.

$1,000 $1,000

Developing Staff: Providing new staff with opportunities to learn from peers

V 1 (7) Provide newly‐hired teachers with regularly scheduled time throughout their first year to observe peers.

$15,000 $15,000

Developing Staff: Providing a positive work environment

V 3 (1) Conduct exit interviews and/or surveys to better understand why people chose to leave the organization.

$0

Establishing Safe and Welcoming Learning Environments: Establishing a consistent character development program in all elementary schools

III 1Developing Staff: Learning to differentiate instruction to meet individual students' needs

X.6: All students will have access to health services through a Student School Based Health Center.

V.1: Each new employee will receive a comprehensive orientation regarding the district’s beliefs, mission and objectives, along with position‐specific training.

V.3: Employee feedback will be collected in a systematic manner in order to improve employee satisfaction.

X.7: All schools will have a common framework for recognizing and supporting positive behaviors of students.

III.1: Research‐based methods of adapting lessons to meet the unique learning needs of each student will be a priority of professional development.

III.2: Staff will know how to prepare and plan for a differentiated classroom

VIII.5: Students’ passions are identified, monitored, and supported with documented progress.

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3) Provide opportunities for staff to do innovative methods $4,200 $4,200(4) Develop and implement a forum for staff to share innovative ideas (eg. electronic forum).

$360 $360

(1) Recognize staff for their accomplishments and achievements. $5,000(4) Market our high‐quality staff as a hallmark of the district to attract new employees and new families.

$0

(5) Create internal and external press releases to introduce new employees to our community.

$0

(6) Identify and recruit for teacher openings as early as possible for the following school year.

$0

Developing Staff: Providing quality feedback to help employees grow

V 6 (4) Implement an electronic system for evaluation within the district. $40,000 $20,000

(1) Engage the Standardized Hiring committees to review and revise district recruitment, screening and interviewing processes/questions to align with district’s belief, missions and objectives.

$0

(2) Make revisions to the district online application, and all associated forms to ensure they align with changes in screening and hiring processes.

$0

(3) Update Standardized Hiring Process manual. $0(4) Provide training to all district hiring administrators regarding revised procedures/expectations.

$0


VII 1 (2) Develop and publish a departmental organizational chart that includes a brief description of job responsibilities.

$0

$1,005,100 $844,800

V.7: All new hires will have the attributes necessary to achieve our mission and objectives.

VII.1: Improved relationships exist between employees.

V.4: Employees are supported through a culture of innovation, creativity and collaboration.

V.5: Staff will be recognized for their accomplishments and achievements, and will be regarded as our most valuable resource.

V.6: Professional growth and evaluation will occur through goal setting and peer‐to‐peer feedback.

V 5Developing Staff: Recognizing contributions of our staff

Developing Staff: Offering opportunities for staff to innovate

4V

V 7Developing Staff: Hiring quality staff who live our mission



Action Steps Cost of Step Levy Ongoing

Personalization(1) Deliver customized professional development of intercultural competence (Year 1 of a 2 year cycle).

$0

(2) Develop and implement a system to assess participants’ range of viewpoints towards cultural differences.

$10,000 $10,000

(3) Develop and implement a system to assess participants’ development of intercultural competencies.

$20,000 $20,000

(4) Develop and implement a system to assess and evaluate the implementation and efficacy of intercultural coaching.

$20,000 $20,000

Personalization

(1) Create a fluid curricular process that is facilitated through staff collaboration, based on needs of students.

$0 $0 $0

(2) Develop an annual curricular review that incorporates standards, learning targets, best practice and 21st Century skills.

$46,800 $46,800 $46,800

(3) Conduct an inventory of curriculum resources and analyze effectiveness with comparable districts.

$5,850 $5,850 $5,850

CurriculumMapping Curriculum: Ensuring a challenging and relevant curriculum to prepare students for an ever‐changing world

IV 3 (2) Train staff in UBD as a curriculum and instructional design model.

$75,000 $75,000 $75,000

Personalization

Personalizing Instruction: Using assessments to measure what students know and identify where they need additional help

IV 4 (1) Examine current system of assessments. $23,400 $23,400


[7] Embed technology into content areas with support from specialists when writing curriculum.

$0 $0

[8] Continue to expand on innovative programming initiatives. $10,000 $10,000

NEW [9] Implementation of World Languages at elementary level $684,000 $684,000 $684,000

NEW [New] Implementation of elementary art program $684,000 $684,000 $684,000

III 5Personalizing Instruction: Understanding how culture impacts how students learn and teachers teach

IV 2Monitoring student achievement: Utilizing data to understand individual student needs

IV 6Preparing for Ever‐Changing World: Ensuring students leave our schools ready for the real world by providing online learning opportunities and developing 21st century skills

III.5: Staff will understand the role of their culture in their interactions

IV.2: The curriculum process allows for annual review for all curricular areas and necessary large scale modifications as a result of changes to state and/or national standards and needs of students.



IV.6:Students will have the skills to succeed in an ever‐changing world.

Strategic Plan - Year 2



Preparing for Ever‐Changing World: Bring Your Own Technology (BYOT) ‐ Phase 2

IV 6 (5) Develop and implement a Bring Your Own Technology (BYOT) plan for all schools that will consist of a balance between student‐owned and district owned web based devices (i.e. tablets, laptops).

$180,000 $180,000 $180,000

Personalization

[6]Create opportunities for intra‐district teams (including parents) to be trained to explain grading system to others

$1,950 $1,950

[10]Provide on‐going, systematic staff development related to new grading and evaluation policy (Phase 3 of 4)

$21,000 $21,000 $21,000

[14]Educate parents and students regarding district grading policy.Cross regerence VI.4.6.

$0 $0

[15]Educate parents and students through use of syllabus, parent night, parent meetings, in‐class instruction.

$2,000 $2,000

[16]Implement new student evaluation and reporting system $48,000 $48,000

Community(2) Designate a district community involvement coordinator and building representative.

$16,000 $16,000

[4] Coordinate an annual community involvement activity through each school.

$11,200 $11,200

Community(3) Designate a volunteer coordinator and develop a job description.

$78,000 $78,000

(4) Develop a process to recruit and train volunteers. $750 $750

II 3Building Community: Expanding volunteerism in our schools

VI 4Understanding Student Achievement: Developing grading systems to better measure and communicate student growth ‐ Phase 2




II 2Building Community: Involving students in their communities




(5) Implement an orientation program to welcome and train volunteers in the schools.

$800 $800

(6) Utilize internal and external resources to maintain a database of both volunteers and volunteer opportunities specific to service learning community involvement and academic success

$3,000 $500

Community(4) Implement a community center in our district buildings. $84,000 $84,000 $84,000

(5) Utilize the volunteer database to find volunteers to work in the community center.

$0

(6) Promote the facilities, equipment and resources available to the district residents.

$1,000 $1,000 $1,000

(7) Develop and implement an evaluation system to determine the community center model’s effectiveness.

$1,500 $1,500 $1,500

Community(1) Identify experts with ties to the community and the skills needed for specific student projects.

$0

(2) Develop a database of qualified community experts willing to assist teachers and students on specific topics or projects.

$0

Personalization

(6) Ensure teachers and appropriate staff meet district expectations for the timely entry of important student information in the individual learning plan system.

$0

(8) Provide teachers with expectations for methods and frequency of electronic communication (i.e. e‐mail newsletters) that are effective in enhancing parent teacher communication.

$0

(3) Offer parents multiple learning opportunities about using electronic reporting systems to monitor and evaluate all aspects of their child’s educational progress.

$0

Personalization

(3) Educate staff on the importance and benefits of developing positive relationships with students.

$10,000 $10,000 $10,000

(4) Assign every student an adult advisor who remains consistent for consecutive years.

$0

Personalization(1) Create a parent resource center steering committee to provide input and direction in the development of the center model.

$0

(2) Create a needs‐based questionnaire along with referral form that will help guide the identified resources the family unit needs.

$0

4Building Community: Encouraging residents to utilize school facilities for recreation and academic activities


VI.1: Parents will be connected to community, health and educational resources to meet the specific needs of children.

VI 1

II.4: District facilities will be more accessible to district residents through a community center approach.

II.5: Students learn from community experts while completing curriculum‐related projects.

VI.3: The quality of two‐way information exchanged between home and school will be improved and the frequency of reporting will be increased by optimizing technology usage by staff and parents.

Personalizing Instruction: Providing families with resources to help students learn and grow

II

I 3Personalizing Instruction: Building meaningful relationships between students and adults

II 5Building Community: Encouraging residents to share their knowledge and experience with our students

VI 3Personalizing Instruction: Engaging students and families in conversations about student growth and progress




(3) Create a physical space at each school and a website to maintain parent resources related to student learning (standards, pacing calendars, learning targets, assessments, homework, homework hotlines and family/student support (community resources, health and wellness).

$86,500 $20,000

(4) Identify and train specific staff members to serve as educational support personnel for students and families in using and accessing parent center resources.

$0

Community

Building Community: Utilizing technology to expand communication with parents

VII 2 (4) Create moderated parent‐to‐parent forums built around grade levels, especially for the transition year to a new school.

$500 $500

Community(1) Develop and implement a feedback strategy plan for coordination and administration of community feedback (eg. satisfaction survey).

$0

(2) Establish a baseline and set improvement goals. $0Community

Building Community: Identifying what residents want to know abouto ur schools, and how they want to receive information

VII 4 (4) Target stakeholder groups with necessary information through the proper methods.

$30,000 $30,000

Safety(2) Implement a standardized health curriculum that includes mental and chemical health education and prevention at all secondary schools.

$9,000 $9,000

(3) Implement depression screening for all 9th grade students (national standard) and ensure follow‐up and referral as needed.

$3,800 $3,800 $700

(4) Ensure mental health crisis response teams are developed in each school building.

$700 $700

Safety(2) Establish an evaluation process for health and wellness measures, outcomes, and policy.

$2,400 $2,400 $2,400

(4) Ensure the foods and beverages served and sold in the school environment meet nutrition guidelines. This includes items served or sold at school activities, events, celebrations, concessions, vending, and fundraisers.

$2,000 $2,000

VII 3Building Community: Gathering community feedback to enhance our schools


VII.3: The district will always be aware of the community’s satisfaction with its schools.

VII.4: The most effective communications methods and messages will be utilized for community members, specifically those without students enrolled in Stillwater Area

X.1: All students will have adequate access to trained mental health professionals.

X.2: Measures will be implemented to improve student health through modifications in the school environment. 2Supporting Students: Helping

students develop healthy lifestyles to support learning

X 1Supporting Students: Meeting the Mental Health needs of our students

X




(7) Implement the recommended frequency of physical activity breaks (i.e. at least every 2 hours throughout school day.

$1,500 $1,500

Safety(2) Purchase a bullying prevention program district‐wide. $180,000 $180,000(5) Share bully prevention program with staff. $0(6) Identify Bullying Prevention Coordinating Committee (BPCC) at each building.

$0

SafetyEstablishing a school‐based health clinic for students ‐ Phase 2

X 6 [2]Assess student health center costs and complete a student based health center needs assesment

$0

Quality StaffDeveloping Staff: Learning to differentiate instruction to meet individual students' needs

III 1 [3] Hire and train 11 instructional coaches $990,000 $990,000 $990,000

X.5: A consistent bullying prevention program will be implemented for all students.


III.1: Research‐based methods of adapting lessons to meet the unique learning needs of each student will be a priority of professional development.

X 5Providing Safe and Welcoming Learning Environments: Establishing an anti‐bullying program district‐wide




(1) Deliver customized professional development of differentiated instruction (Year 1 of a 2 year cycle).

$0 $0 $0

(3) Develop and implement a differentiated instructional management system for classroom.

$15,000 $15,000 $15,000


(2) Implement scheduling options that allow for independent learning time for students.

$0

(3) Increase transportation flexibility for students (and families) to leverage a greater variety of programming options.

$80,000 $80,000 $80,000

(4) Implement flexible learning opportunities within the day and year that allow for independent learning time for students.

$18,000 $18,000 $18,000

Personalization(2) Record information from the fall parent‐teacher conferences into the data warehouse specifying each student’s passions and interests.

$25,000 $25,000 $25,000

(3) Review and update each student’s areas of passion regularly during the year and make available to families.

$25,000 $25,000 $25,000

PersonalizationPersonalizing Instruction: Ensuring all students are connected with, and engaged in, their schools

I 1 (1) Create a committee to research existing engagement assessments and recommend a tool for adoption.

$1,800 $1,800

Quality Staff (1) Engage a district‐level committee to frame the overall orientation message to reflect our mission, beliefs and objectives. The charge of this group will be “Welcome to Stillwater Area Public Schools. Here’s who we are and what we believe.” This message will include a commitment to 21st century skills for the adults in the organization.

$2,000

(2) Engage committees of job‐alike employees to help frame the orientation and customized training process for each employee group by giving input on “what would have been most helpful for you when you started with the district?”

$9,500

(3) Create materials for new employees that include explanations of commonly‐used acronyms, answers to frequently‐asked questions, as well as some fun information about language and references they might encounter in “the Valley.”

$0

V 1Developing Staff: Providing a warm welcome to new staff in our district

III.2: Staff will know how to prepare and plan for a differentiated classroom

VIII 5Personalizing Instruction: Teaching to each student's passion and interest

III 2Personalizing Instruction: Teaching to each student's personal strengths

VIII 4Preparing for Ever‐Changing World: Providing more flexibility for students to learn in a 24/7 environment

VIII.4: Students have the environment, resources, time and flexibility to explore and pursue their passions.


I.1: Students will be engaged in, and connected with, their schools.





(10) Develop and implement a process for follow‐up “check‐ins” with new employees to ensure ongoing questions and issues are addressed and appropriate training needs are met.

$0

Developing Staff: Supporting staff as they grow and develop their skills

V 2 (2) Provide staff with the necessary equipment, training and time to deliver newly adopted methods or strategies.

$0

(3) Develop and implement an electronic data system for ongoing verification and tracking of CEUs for teachers and staff development records for all employees.

$0

(2) Gather feedback through employee engagement surveys $50,000 $50,000(3) Collect feedback (eg. stay interviews) on a regular basis from $0(4) Develop and implement a plan to share results with $0


V 4 (2) Develop professional standards that provide for flexibility in how time is used as a resource.

$0

(2) Provide staff with the tools and information necessary to be $0(3) Implement a system that allows for staff input to be considered in the decision‐making process for district initiatives.

$0


VII 1 (3) Develop and implement a schedule for leadership team members to collaborate and share learning with building staff.

$0

$3,369,900 $3,062,400 $3,048,600

V 5Developing Staff: Recognizing contributions of our staff


V 3

V.2: Each employee will be provided timely and customized training, and the tools and ongoing support necessary to be successful in his or her position.

V.3: Employee feedback will be collected in a systematic manner in order to improve employee satisfaction.





ThemeSummary of Work Strategy Action

PlanAction Steps Cost of Step Levy Ongoing

PersonalizationMonitoring student achievement: Utilizing data to understand individual student needs

IV 2 (6)Develop a consistent study skills framework. (ie: Cornell notes, organizational planner)

$4,500 $4,500 $4,500

Curriculum $0Mapping Curriculum: Ensuring a challenging and relevant curriculum to prepare students for an ever‐changing world

IV 3 (4) Maintain UBD as an expectation of every instructional design/revision/adoption process to ensure consistency in all courses.

$0 $0

PersonalizationPersonalizing Instruction: Using assessments to measure what students know and identify where they need additional help

IV 4 (2) Review assessments for all content areas, courses and grade levels by an outside source to assess quality, rigor, reliability, validity, etc.

$23,400 $23,400 $100,000


Preparing for Ever‐Changing World: Ensuring students leave our schools ready for the real world by providing online learning opportunities and developing 21st century skills

IV 6 (6) Require all curriculum areas to have a blended component making content and curriculum available to students 24 hours a day/7 days a week.

$100,000 $100,000 $190,000

(5) Develop and implement a Bring Your Own Technology (BYOT) plan for all schools that will consist of a balance between student‐owned and district owned web based devices (i.e. tablets, laptops).

$190,000 $190,000

(10) A personal pathway will provide students skills for an everchanging world.

$0 $48,000

CurriculumFocusing on "Common Core:" Ensuring students master essential skills in writing, reading, listening and speaking

IV 7 (2) Provide professional learning to embed authentic literacy across the curriculum.

$48,000 $48,000

Personalization[3]Survey parents and students who are currently in classes that are implementing best practice grading practices.

$0 $1,000

[9]Modify secondary registration program so that students and parents are notified of the new grading policy immediately upon selecting a class.

$1,000 $1,000 $12,600

IV 6Preparing for Ever‐Changing World: Bring Your Own Technology (BYOT) ‐ Phase 3

Personalizing Instruction: Using assessments to measure what students know and identify where they need additional help

VI 4

IV.2: The curriculum process allows for annual review for all curricular areas and necessary large scale modifications as a result of changes to state and/or national




IV.6:Students will have the skills to succeed in an ever‐changing world.

IV.7: Reading, writing, speaking and listening standards will be integrated in all content areas.




[10]Provide on‐going, systematic staff development related to new grading and evaluation policy (Final phase, Phase 4 of 4)

$12,600 $12,600 $3,900

$66 $3,900 $3,900 $3,000[14]Educate parents and students regarding district grading policy, phase II

$3,000 $3,000 $1,000

[15]Educate parents and students through use of syllabus, parent night, parent meetings, in‐class instruction, phase II

$1,000 $1,000

[16] Implement new student evaluation and reporting system. $0 $5,850

[17]Conduct quality assurance checks within subjects. Where needed, additional training will be provided for staff

$5,850 $5,850 $1,000

$7,777 $1,000 $1,000 $23,400Personalization

(2) Develop job description for reading coach/liaisons at elementary and secondary levels with emphasis on accountability.

$0

(3) Hire reading coach/liaisons. (Cross referenced to III.1.3) $0 $1,500

CommunityBuilding Community: Expanding volunteerism in our schools

II 3 (7) Establish a recognition program to acknowledge the service of volunteers.

$1,500

CommunityBuilding Community: Encouraging residents to share their knowledge and experience with our students

II 5 (3) Utilize technology to provide students with greater access to community experts.

$1,000 $39,000

Personalization

Personalzing Instruction: Supporting and educating parents to become involved actively in their children's education

VI 2 (1) Designate a staff person whose responsibilities include creating, collaborating, scheduling and implementing parent education workshops and the accompanying staff development.

$39,000

Personalization

VI.5: Mutual accountability for reading progress will be enhanced, and student reading skills and achievement will improve.


II.5: Students learn from community experts while completing curriculum‐related projects.

VI.2: Parents will have the tools and skills necessary to support their students’ learning.


VI 5Supporting Students: Providing Reading Coach/Liaisons to work along with families to help students improve reading skills




(5) Develop district wide series of activities and common themes that promote character development and community building.

$0

(6) Train staff to advise and deliver character developing activities. $8,100 $16,000

Personalization

Personalizing Instruction: Supporting students through peer‐to‐peer mentoring

I 4 (1) Develop a student to student mentorship program across grade levels in all schools.

$16,000 $16,000

Personalization(5) Partner with local community agencies to help provide support and resources to the parent centers.

$0 $4,000

(6) Identify and train parent volunteers to help support the parent centers and facilitate parent support groups at each school.

$4,000 $2,000

(7) Foster community building activities within each school and encourage family events prek‐12.

$2,000

CommunityBuilding Community: Gathering community feedback to enhance our schools

VII 3 (3) Gather feedback from the public, staff, existing students, and alumni on a three year rotation.

See V.5.7

Community(4) Develop and communicate consistent grade level communication plans for each elementary school.

$0VII 5Building Community: Providing parents with relevant and

VI 1Personalizing Instruction: Providing families with resources to help students learn and grow

I 3Personalizing Instruction: Creating a caring learning environment through character development and community building

I:4: Students will connect with, and provide support to, one another.

VI.1: Parents will be connected to community, health and educational resources to meet the specific needs of children.






(5) Develop and communicate consistent department level communication plans for secondary schools.

$0

(7) Develop and implement a plan to communicate with neighbors in close proximity of the school buildings and invite them to special events.

$3,000

Safety(3) Ensure consistent implementation of best practices in physical activity and nutrition measures.

$0

(8) Extend the length of time for physical activities for elementary students.

$90,000 $90,000

(9) Implement pre‐lunch recess periods. $0(12) Incorporate nutrition and physical activity messages and curricula E ‐ 12+.

$3,600

(13) Develop and implement a process to annually review physical activity and nutrition policies with new and returning staff.

$0

SafetyEstablishing a school‐based health clinic for students ‐ Phase 3

X 6 (2) Identify sources of funding including federal, state and local funding sources for School Based Health Clinic

$0

Personalization

Personalizing Instruction: Matching students with caring adults who share common interests/passions

I 2 (1) Establish a framework to identify positive attributes and passions of students and adults (e. ChildrenFirst). ‐‐CROSS REFERENCE STRATEGIES VIII and IX‐‐

$16,000 $16,000 $0

Personalization

(1) Deliver customized professional development of differentiated instruction (Year 2 of a 2 year cycle).

$0 $0 $5,850

(2) Develop and implement a systematic method to collect and use data to align content to student needs and strengths.

$5,850 $5,850 $15,000

(3) Develop and implement a new instructional delivery model incorporating whole‐class and small‐group instruction.

$15,000 $15,000

Personalization

(1) Deliver customized professional development of intercultural competence (Year 2 of a 2 year cycle).

$0 $10,000

(2) Develop and implement a system to assess participants range of viewpoints towards cultural differences.

$10,000 $20,000

(3) Develop and implement a system to assess participants development of intercultural competencies.

$20,000

(4) Develop and implement a system to assess and evaluate the implementation and efficacy of intercultural coaching.

$20,000 $12,000

meaningful information about their children and their schools

X 2Supporting Students: Helping students develop healthy lifestyles to support learning

III 3Personalizing Instruction: Supporting teachers as they work to meet the individual learning needs of students

III 6Personalizing Instruction: Supporting teachers as they develop culturally‐responsive classrooms



I.2: Students will identify their positive attributes and passions through intentional connections with district staff and adults in the community.

III.3: Staff will adapt their classroom practices to reflect the needs and strengths of the students

III.6: Staff will make school practices responsive to multiple cultures and the strengths of each student.




Personalization

Personalizing Instruction: Working with students to create learning opportunities around their passions

VIII 1 (1) Hold conferences with each student to review areas of passion and developing projects.

$12,000 $12,000 $3,900

PersonalizationPersonalizing Instruction: Providing opportunities for students to explore their passions

VIII 4 (1) Identify the tools and resources necessary for students to explore their passions.

$3,900 $3,900 $2,925

Personalization

(1) Define critical knowledge within these four areas:1. Physical2. Academic/Intellectual 3. Social 4. Emotional

$2,925 $0

(2) Document data that will be collected and why it is considered critical knowledge.

$0 $16,600

(3) Train staff on the defined critical knowledge and how to: assess a student, document findings, synthesize results and communicate with students and families.

$16,600 $16,600 $2,700

Personalization(1) Identify and utilize a database to capture critical knowledge. $2,700

(2) Determine what information will be captured. $0 $31,200

Personalization

(1) Define and develop a format for the personalized learning pathway appropriate for the different age groups.

$31,200 $31,200

(2) Develop and implement a structure to support and maintain personalized learning pathways system wide. –CROSS REFERENCE STRATEGY VIII‐

$0

IX 4Personalizing Instruction: Developing Personalized Learning Plans (pathways) for each student

IX 1Personalizing Instruction: Understanding the individual needs of each student, not just academically, but socially, physically and emotionally

IX 2Personalizing Instruction: Sharing information between families and teachers regarding a child's academic, social, physical and emotional needs

VIII.1: We will provide the tools, resources and learning environment necessary for each student to identify and pursue his or her passions throughout their learning pathway.

VIII.4: Students have the environment, resources, time and flexibility to explore and pursue their passions.

IX.1: Student, staff and families have a common understanding of critical knowledge for use along the students learning pathway.

IX.2: Students, staff and families will contribute critical knowledge about each student.

IX.4: All students will have personalized learning plans and pathways throughout their educational career to demonstrate growth.




Personalization(2) Implement an assessment tool that addresses student engagement across grade levels.

$0 $6,000

(3) Develop and deliver training for teachers on the assessment tools.

$6,000 $0

(4) Share results with appropriate stakeholders. $0 $15,000Quality Staff

Developing Staff: Utilizing technology to provide new staff with training and access to resources

V 1 (4) Create video training modules, Moodle courses, and other methods of orientation that provide opportunities to revisit portions at a later date.

$15,000 $15,000 $30,000

Developing Staff: Providing new staff with opportunities to learn from peers

(5) Assign all new employees, regardless of their role, to a trained peer mentor who has specific responsibilities in their mentor role.

$30,000 $30,000 $1,500

(8) Provide teachers new to the profession with time for personal growth and reflection.

$1,500 $1,500

(9) Establish a guided cohort of new employees and provide opportunities to connect with one another through electronic forums or in person for support.

$0 $3,000

Quality Staff Developing Staff: Supporting staff as they grow and develop their skills

V 2 (1) Develop and deliver professional learning opportunities that are relevant for employees and allows for choice when appropriate. Additionally, afford staff autonomy to design elements of their own professional development (eg. book study or technology study groups).

$3,000 $3,000

(4) Offer customized, staff‐only courses or discounts through Community Education to encourage staff to take advantage of existing competence.

$0 $10,000

Quality Staff Developing Staff: Gathering feedback from families and students to evaluate our organization and staff

V 5 (7) Survey families, current students and alumni to provide feedback on their experience with our organization.

$10,000

Developing Staff: Providing quality feedback to help employees grow

V 6 (1) Establish a professional growth plan, designating a desired career path, to support growth and development for every employee.

$0

Developing Staff: Considering feedback from others to enhance employee performance

V 6 (3) Consider feedback from various constituents (such as peers, parents, students, community, etc.) as applicable to improve individual employee performance.

$0 $637,925

(1) Develop and implement a staff engagement program. $5,000(4) Develop and implement a plan to foster relationships between district administrators and building staff.

$0Developing Staff: Providing a positive work environment

VII 1


V.6: Professional growth and evaluation will occur through goal setting and peer‐to‐peer feedback.


I 1Personalizing Instruction: Ensuring all students are connected with, and engaged in, their schools

I.1: Students will be engaged in, and connected with, their schools.


V.2: Each employee will be provided timely and customized training, and the tools and ongoing support necessary to be successful in his or her position.




(5) Increase the understanding of roles and responsibilities between employees of the district.

$5,000

Developing Staff: Providing opportunities for staff to innovate and collaborate

VII 2 (3) Create moderated staff‐to‐staff communication forums and electronic media groups built around grade levels, departments, and curricular areas.

$500

$756,225 $622,400



ThemeSummary of Work Strategy Action Plan Action Steps Cost of Step Levy Ongoing Costs


Preparing for Ever‐Changing World: Creating personal learning pathways to ensure students leave our schools ready for the real world

IV 6

[10] Create personal pathways to allow students to develop skills for an ever‐changing world

$0

Community

Building Community: Involving students in their communities

II 2(5) Embed community involvement activities into all grade levels curriculum, cross reference with VI.2.2.

$0 $0

Personalization(2) Create and deliver E‐12 parent education programs in the following areas, including but not limited to:

• mental health • child development• behavioral needs• poverty• social & emotional learning • reading & literacy• math & science• interpreting test results• technology• special education• post‐secondary options • transition• community resources• parenting skills

$14,500 $14,500

(3) Create a parent partnership pledge to encourage parent attendance at parent education presentations.

$100 $100

Personalization(2) Identify staff at each building to facilitate the program. $3,150 $3,150(3) Train facilitators from each building. $3,150 $3,150(4) Establish a mentoring schedule. $0 $0(5) Notify and communicate with parents to gain permission for their students to participate.

$1,200 $1,200

CommunityBuilding Community: Gathering community feedback to enhance our schools

VII 3 (4) Compile and publish results of feedback (from community satisfaction survey)

$500

Community

Building Community: Providing residents with relevant information about our schools

VII 5(6) Develop and communicate consistent departmental communication plans at district level (eg. Community Education, Student Support Services, ECFC, Food Service, etc.)

$0

VI 2

Personalzing Instruction: Supporting and educating parents to become involved actively in their children's education

I 4Personalizing Instruction: Supporting students through peer‐to‐peer mentoring

IV.6: Students will have the skills to succeed in an ever‐changing world.


VI.2: Parents will have the tools and skills necessary to support their students’ learning.

I:4: Students will connect with, and provide support to, one another.





Safety

Supporting Students: Equipping classrooms with equipment to support health and wellness

X 2(6) Incorporate classroom tools that promote active learning into future classroom purchases.

$710,000

Safety

Establishing a school‐based health clinic for students ‐ Phase 4

X 6 (3) Secure a space for Stillwater’s student school based health center. $100,000

PersonalizationPersonalizing Instruction: Matching students with caring adults who share common interests/passions

I 2(2) Develop strategies for implementation and designate staff to coordinate and facilitate the initiative.

$11,700 $11,700 $11,700

Personalization

(4) Utilize student groups based on interest within their classroom and with other students locally, nationally, and internationally that share their same areas of passion.

$3,780 $3,780

(5) Differentiate lessons based on student’s areas of passion. –CROSS REFERENCE STRATEGY III‐

$0

(6) Provide professional development and classroom tools that support passion and project‐based learning.

$12,000 $12,000 $12,000

(7) Develop a list of community‐based resources to support students’ in their passion pursuit.

$1,950 $1,950 $1,950

(8) Provide flexibility to allow students the time and accessibility to resources that support their passions.

$6,000 $6,000 $6,000

Curriculum(1) Develop and utilize a curriculum mapping tool that allows for passion‐based learning.

$0

(2) Define outcomes based on state standards in content areas. $15,600 $15,600 $15,600

Personalization

(4) Educate students and families on the defined critical knowledge using written and digital communication (letters home, email, newsletters, etc).

$8,000 $8,000 $8,000

(5) Educate students and families on the defined critical knowledge through direct contact opportunities (face‐to‐face, parent meetings, back‐to‐school nights, open houses, etc)

$15,600 $15,600 $15,600

Personalization(3) Educate staff to identify critical knowledge, and train staff to utilize the database.

$5,400 $5,400 $5,400

IX 1

Personalizing Instruction: Working with families to understand the academic, social, physical and emotional needs of students

VIII 2Mapping Curriculum: Incorporating passion‐based learning into our curriculum

Personalizing Instruction: Sharing information between families and


VIII.2: Passion‐based learning objectives will be defined through success metrics.

IX.1: Student, staff and families have a common understanding of critical knowledge for use along the students learning pathway.

IX.2: Students, staff and families will contribute critical knowledge about each student.




VIII 1

Personalizing Instruction: Working with students to create learning opportunities around their passions



(4) Educate students and families on how they can contribute critical knowledge.

$5,400 $5,400 $5,400

(5) Identify how the information will be collected (venues, activities, surveys, etc), Cross Reference with IX.2.3.

$0 $0

(6) Determine how critical knowledge will be entered into the database, and accessed and shared by staff, students and parents with respect for privacy.

$1,950 $1,950

Personalization

(1) Create an E‐12 map of all learning pathways including steps at each level. $0

(2) Train staff to understand all successive steps along the learning pathways.

$24,000 $24,000 $24,000

(3) Train staff to address critical transitions on the personal learning pathways between grade levels and buildings. –CROSS REFERENCE STRATEGY X, PLAN 3‐

$13,500 $13,500 $13,500

Personalization(3) Provide initial and ongoing professional development to facilitate the use of personalized learning pathways.

$50,000 $50,000 $50,000

(4) Educate students and families on the value and use of personalized learning pathways.

$0

Community(1) Establish a service learning committee with representation from throughout the E‐12 system and community stakeholders.

$3,900 $3,900

(2) Develop and implement an E‐12 Scope and Sequence for service learning. $23,400 $23,400 $23,400

Community(1) Create a community liaison position to develop and manage community‐partnering opportunities for learning and mentorship. –CROSS REFERENCE STRATEGY 2, PLAN 1‐

$0

(2) Identify partnerships within the community and the types of interactions available, and across which grade level(s).

$0

(3) Identify transportation options to facilitate off‐campus activities. $0(4) Match students with community partners to explore and pursue their passions.

$0

(5) Identify global partnerships that can be facilitated through the use of technology.

$0

(6) Train teachers in the understanding of what it means for students to engage in service learning vs. community service.

$0

Quality Staff


V 4(1)Establish a systemic model to promote innovation, creativity and collaboration (eg Instructional coaching ratio) $0

Quality Staff Developing Staff: Recognizing contributions of our staff

V 5(8) Recognize employees for their part in student, family and alumni satisfaction with our schools.

$0

$1,007,480 $169,150 $196,980

IX 3

Personalizing Instruction: Developing learning pathways for individual students


VIII 3

Learning Through Service: Providing students to work alongside community experts

IX 2

teachers regarding a child's academic, social, physical and emotional needs

IX.4: All students will have personalized learning plans and pathways throughout their educational career to demonstrate growth.

VIII.3: Service learning experiences for each grade level will include the development of skills necessary for success in an ever‐changing world.



II.1: Students develop an understanding and appreciation of community through service learning.

IX 4Personalizing Instruction: Developing Personalized Learning Plans (pathways) for each student

II 1

Learning Through Service: Providing all students experiences to learn through service in the community


Theme Summary of Work StrategyAction Plan Action Steps Cost of Step Levy Ongoing Cost

CurriculumMeasuring Up: Tracking performance of Stillwater students after they leave our schools

IV 5 (3) Establish partnerships with local colleges/universities/employers to track the performance of Stillwater students.

$2,400 $2,400 $2,400

Safety

Supporting Students: Helping students develop healthy lifestyles to support learning

X 2 (14) Seek partnerships with the community to create a healthy environment outside of the school day.

$3,900 $3,900 $3,900

Safety(1) Purchase a problem solving and conflict resolution curriculum (eg. Second Steps).

$13,000 $13,000

(2) Identify staff to be trained as trainers. $4,500 $4,500 $8,000(3) Provide district‐wide training to all certified staff who would be implementing curriculum.

$48,000 $48,000 $4,500

(4) Communicate and explain program expectations and the benefits to staff and parents.

$0 $0 $0

(5) Establish a timeline for implementation. $0Safety

Establishing a school‐based health clinic for students ‐ Final Phase

X 6 (4) Provide health services to students at School Based Health Center. $286,000 $286,000

Personalization(3) Identify partners in the community (eg. Coaches, businesses, health providers, churches, parents, etc.) ‐‐CROSS REFERENCE STRATEGIES II and VIII‐‐

$0

(4) Hold a community celebration to launch the initiative. $2,400 $2,400(5) Train adult participants. $2,100 $2,100 $2,100(6) Provide all district staff with mentor/asset champion training. $37,000 $37,000

Personalization(2) Ensure passion‐based projects will be completed by each student. $0 $0

(3) Display projects within classrooms and schools that highlight student’s areas of passion.

$2,400 $2,400

Curriculum(3) Develop rubrics that define expectations and can be generalized to all projects.

$15,600 $15,600 $15,600

(4) Define age appropriate quality and rigor expectations for student projects.

$0 $0 $0

Personalization(4) Enter and review information about passions in the data warehouse and Naviance Family Connection (grades 9‐12) for incoming and transitioning students.

$0

(5) Develop an individual digital portfolio that demonstrates areas of passion and projects completed for each student.

$15,600 $15,600


I 2Personalizing Instruction: Matching students with caring adults who share common interests/passions

VIII 1Personalizing Instruction: Working with students to create learning opportunities around their passions

VIII.2: Passion‐based learning objectives will be defined through success metrics.

IV.5: Stillwater Area Public Schools will measure itself against competitive and comparable school districts.



X.4: All students will learn problem solving and conflict resolution skills.


X 4Establishing Safe and Welcoming Learning Environments: Establishing a consistent character development program in all elementary schools

VIII 2Mapping Curriculum: Incorporating passion‐based learning into our curriculum

VIII 5Personalizing Instruction: Documenting students' passions, and developing digitial portfolios to demonstrate students' work



Theme Summary of Work StrategyAction Plan Action Steps Cost of Step Levy Ongoing Cost

(6) Design district progress reporting tools to include student specific areas of passion and links to areas of passion, reflective of information in the data warehouse.

$48,000 $48,000 $24,000

Personalization(1) Create a recognition program in which staff, students, and parents can nominate educators who successfully integrate students’ passions into the curriculum.

$4,000 $4,000

(2) Create video documentation library of these best practices and supporting testimonials, etc.

$18,000 $18,000 $18,000

(3) Create cross‐district teacher shadowing program for real‐time interactions with best practice teachers.

$64,000 $64,000 $64,000

(4) Implement teacher collaborative networks with sufficient schedule time to permit fruitful interactions.

$64,000 $64,000 $64,000

(5) Develop a consortium with districts to access and share online and blended learning resources for individualized learning.

$8,000 $8,000 $8,000

(6) Identify school districts or district consortiums with similar interest and quality resources.

$0

(7) Identify and obtain resources that meet the needs of the Stillwater school community, including those that are culturally sensitive and technologically diverse.

$0

PersonalizationPersonalizing Instruction: Developing learning pathways for individual students

IX 3 (6) Offer a variety of experiences to each student based on captured critical knowledge.

$0

Curriculum(3) Embed service‐learning activities into all grade levels through the curriculum review process. –CROSS REFERENCE STRATEGY IV.2.5.

$15,600 $15,600 $15,600

(4) Develop and implement a system to track students’ experiences from year to year.

$12,000 $12,000

Curriculum(7) Integrate service learning into curriculum review where it will tie into specific appropriate curricular areas.

$0

(8) Integrate a developmental approach to service learning that insures that skills are articulated, taught and assessed.

$23,400 $23,400 $24,300

$689,900 $395,100 $ 549,200

II 1Learning Through Service: Providing all students experiences to learn through service in the community

VIII 3Learning Through Service: Providing students to work alongside community experts

VIII.3: Service learning experiences for each grade level will include the development of skills necessary for success in an ever‐changing world.

VIII.6: Best practices for integrating students’ passions with learning are shared among instructional staff.


II.1: Students develop an understanding and appreciation of community through service learning.

VIII 6Personalizing Instruction: Equipping our teachers to integrate students' passions into classrooms


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