UPDATE 2016 -2020 STRATEGIC PLAN FOR THE MSD OF
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slide1. UPDATE
2016 -2020 STRATEGIC PLAN
FOR THE
MSD OF LAWRENCE TOWNSHIP
MAY 11, 2020<br>
slide2. 2016 - 2020
MSDLT Strategic Plan<br>
slide3. Focus Area: Student Achievement – Elementary
Rigorous Teaching and Learning
Rigor Diagnostic measurement: BOY Rigor Diagnostic increases at 10/11 of elementary schools and 3/4 ELCs. End of Year Rigor Diagnostics were cancelled; however, growth has been observed through the use of Trend Tracker data.
MSDLT will be a honored as a “Showcase District” at the 2020 Marzano Building Expertise Conference.
Reading Revolution
Development of early literacy practices based on scientific research; trained reading specialist(s) in each school,
Significant closing of the reading achievement gap among racial sub-groups in kdg and 1st grade based on the percentage of students achieving the national benchmark of 56th percentile in Dec. and Feb. Star Reading Assessment.
STEM for ALL:
PLTW and Computer Science curriculum across all elementary schools,
3 additional elementary schools (FG, OE, CV) become STEM Certified (11 certified, State-wide, this year.)
Bilingual Learning Opportunities
Spanish Dual Immersion in 2 Early Learning Centers and 6 elementaries,
English acquisition for students in Dual Immersion exceeds expectations. Priority 1 - Accelerate Student Achievement<br>
slide4. Focus Area: Student Achievement - Secondary
Rigorous Teaching and Learning
2nd year of secondary rigor implementation,
Demonstration School for district PD - BMS,
Both middle schools developed leading data systems aligned with ILEARN.
Graduation Pathways/Workforce Readiness
Partner with Industry – Trades Committee/Nepris
Expansion of pathways – Education Professions, Early Childhood, Business, Construction Trades, Computer Science
Expansion of Bilingual Learning Opportunities
Highest number of Multi-lingual Proficent Graduates in the State for the last two years,
Add American Sign Language to World Language Offerings
Recognized as the District of the Year by the Indiana Foreign Language Teachers Assocation
Support for Teachers
D3 teacher leadership model implemented at secondary (instructional coaches, team leads, PLC leaders, advisor leads, reading specialists, LATISS facilitators) Priority I- Accelerate Student Achievement<br>
slide5. Focus Area: Student Services - Implement a district-based system of care
Accomplishments to Date
Development and implementation of the Lawrence Township Integrated System of Support
Family Liaisons in every school
District-wide Levels of Behavior Support
Communities in Schools at BP, HH, IC, OE, SS, WR, BMS, FCV, LC, and LN
School based instruction & interventions in substance use by Family Liaison for Prevention
Future Promises programming for pregnant and parenting teens at LC and LN
Ongoing capacity building with PBIS (Positive Behavior Intervention and Support) and Restorative Practice
Implementation of Second Step (Tier 1) and Ripple Effects (Tiers 2 and 3)
Advisor Leads in place to support social emotional learning at all schools Priority 2 - Enhance Student Experiences<br>
slide6. Focus Area: Performing Arts - Implement a comprehensive pre-K -12th music program
Performing Arts Council: Partnerships to Increase Equity and Access for LT PA
All 4th grade students experienced a performance at the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra,
Named a 2020 Best Community for Music Education by the NAMM Foundation.
Equity and Access
7th grade recruitment process,
6th grade Performing Arts Program Development Team,
Equity and Access Team led by PA Regional Specialists and Betty Perry, consultant,
Sustainable system for equipment repair and replacement. Priority 2 - Enhance Student Experiences<br>
slide7. Focus Area: Athletics & Wellness
Sustain Athletic Excellence & Improve Student Wellness
Team Accomplishments during Fall & Winter 2019-20
Marion County Champions: FCV 7th Girls Basketball, FCV 8th Boys Basketball
Conference Champions: Belzer 7th Grade Football, Belzer 8th Grade Football
LN Girls Basketball, LC Boys Basketball & LN Boys Basketball
Sectional Champions: LN Boys Tennis, LN Girls Soccer, LN Girls Basketball, LN Boys Basketball
Regional, Semi-State, & State Champion: LN Girls Basketball
Achieved American Heart Association Employee Wellness Gold Status
Building Wellness Champions established Priority 2 - Enhance Student Experiences<br>
slide8. Focus Area: Public Relations & Communications - Activate the LT Brand
Accomplishments
Successful completion of the 2019-2020 Marketing Plan.
Roll out of rebranded Lawrence Central & Lawrence North mascots (added BMS & FCV)
8 targeted mailers to community members (including HH, BP, & WR) & OE in development
Positive articles in numerous print publications with digital/print advertising where available
Three district billboards - 465 & Pendleton Pike / 82nd & Clearvista Parkway & 4 district posters in southern part of district
Development of Niche online marketing relationship
Refresh of district promotional video
Planning implementation timeline for new ParentSquare communication tool with IT. Priority 2 - Enhance Student Experiences<br>
slide9. Focus Area: Operations - Improve quality of services
Accomplishments to Date
Completed upgrades to High School Auditoriums and Softball Stadiums
Completed renovations to Skiles Test, Harrison Hill and Indian Creek Elementary Schools
Completed the Safety Audit by DOE
Continue tracking utility costs & implementing energy savings projects
Completed: Sent out RFP for snow removal
Completed: Renewed lawn and spray contract
Completed: Renewed Athletic Field Prep contract
Continue to Update Blue Ribbon Plan
Continue with Energy Savings efforts with LED Lighting/building automation
Implementing a Strategic Energy Management Program through IPL Priority 3 - Maximize Operational Efficiencies<br>
slide10. Focus Area: Business & Finance - Maintain strong financial position
Accomplishments since March 2019
Maintained a $10 million cash balance and ensured all taxing funds had a positive cash balance at the end of the calendar year.
Implemented various budget efficiencies to ensure cash balance remains at $10 million at the end of the calendar year.
Presented plan to save approximately 15% on bus maintenance parts. Priority 3 - Maximize Operational Efficiencies<br>
slide11. Financial Report<br>
slide12. Focus Area: Technology - Expand sustainable infrastructure
Accomplishments during 2018-19
Installed faster internal fiber network connections in two buildings and completed bid processes to complete similar enhancements in four more buildings
Upgrade wireless network infrastructure at Fall Creek Valley Middle School and LECC
Continued annual surplus equipment sales to augment replacement cycle funding
Reorganized department to create a dedicated infrastructure support team
Began implementing district-wide mass notification and public address system
Evaluated and established direction for new security camera solution
Implemented video conferencing software, issued additional laptops and established a drive through Chromebook repair schedule to support eLearning during extended school closure
Utilized initial operational performance measures to inform strategic decisions Priority 3 - Maximize Operational Efficiencies<br>
slide13. Focus Area: Human Resources - Recruit, Retain, Reward Accomplishments through April 2020
Staffing
Puerto Rico recruiting 4 Conditional Job offers. Developing a professional partnership with UAGM. Maintaining professional partnership with Universidad Catolica in Puerto Rico for recruiting, professional development, and student teacher exchange.
District Based Alternative Certification (DBAC) Cohort 3 completed their first year and will student teach in Fall 2020. DBAC Cohort 4 will begin their coursework in August. A Secondary Cohort will be added.
Recruitment opportunities in and out of Indiana, including virtual fairs during the closure, focusing efforts on minority recruitment and monitoring the results.
Added Racial & Equity Bias Training into Safe Schools
Completed Annual New Teacher and Administrator Orientation
LT Wellness
Wellness Challenge $1,000, $500, and $250 incentive gift cards were awarded.
FMLA Source was implemented in July and is working to keep overall leaves to a minimum.
Financial Wellness
403b/401a/457 provider AXA Equitable was chosen in January by a committee and approved by the Board Priority 4 - Attract & Retain Talent<br>
slide14. This is the final presentation to the School Board. Spring 2020 will be the closing out of the 5-year plan.<br>
slide15. Questions/Comments<br>
2016 -2020 STRATEGIC PLAN
FOR THE
MSD OF LAWRENCE TOWNSHIP
MAY 11, 2020<br>
slide2. 2016 - 2020
MSDLT Strategic Plan<br>
slide3. Focus Area: Student Achievement – Elementary
Rigorous Teaching and Learning
Rigor Diagnostic measurement: BOY Rigor Diagnostic increases at 10/11 of elementary schools and 3/4 ELCs. End of Year Rigor Diagnostics were cancelled; however, growth has been observed through the use of Trend Tracker data.
MSDLT will be a honored as a “Showcase District” at the 2020 Marzano Building Expertise Conference.
Reading Revolution
Development of early literacy practices based on scientific research; trained reading specialist(s) in each school,
Significant closing of the reading achievement gap among racial sub-groups in kdg and 1st grade based on the percentage of students achieving the national benchmark of 56th percentile in Dec. and Feb. Star Reading Assessment.
STEM for ALL:
PLTW and Computer Science curriculum across all elementary schools,
3 additional elementary schools (FG, OE, CV) become STEM Certified (11 certified, State-wide, this year.)
Bilingual Learning Opportunities
Spanish Dual Immersion in 2 Early Learning Centers and 6 elementaries,
English acquisition for students in Dual Immersion exceeds expectations. Priority 1 - Accelerate Student Achievement<br>
slide4. Focus Area: Student Achievement - Secondary
Rigorous Teaching and Learning
2nd year of secondary rigor implementation,
Demonstration School for district PD - BMS,
Both middle schools developed leading data systems aligned with ILEARN.
Graduation Pathways/Workforce Readiness
Partner with Industry – Trades Committee/Nepris
Expansion of pathways – Education Professions, Early Childhood, Business, Construction Trades, Computer Science
Expansion of Bilingual Learning Opportunities
Highest number of Multi-lingual Proficent Graduates in the State for the last two years,
Add American Sign Language to World Language Offerings
Recognized as the District of the Year by the Indiana Foreign Language Teachers Assocation
Support for Teachers
D3 teacher leadership model implemented at secondary (instructional coaches, team leads, PLC leaders, advisor leads, reading specialists, LATISS facilitators) Priority I- Accelerate Student Achievement<br>
slide5. Focus Area: Student Services - Implement a district-based system of care
Accomplishments to Date
Development and implementation of the Lawrence Township Integrated System of Support
Family Liaisons in every school
District-wide Levels of Behavior Support
Communities in Schools at BP, HH, IC, OE, SS, WR, BMS, FCV, LC, and LN
School based instruction & interventions in substance use by Family Liaison for Prevention
Future Promises programming for pregnant and parenting teens at LC and LN
Ongoing capacity building with PBIS (Positive Behavior Intervention and Support) and Restorative Practice
Implementation of Second Step (Tier 1) and Ripple Effects (Tiers 2 and 3)
Advisor Leads in place to support social emotional learning at all schools Priority 2 - Enhance Student Experiences<br>
slide6. Focus Area: Performing Arts - Implement a comprehensive pre-K -12th music program
Performing Arts Council: Partnerships to Increase Equity and Access for LT PA
All 4th grade students experienced a performance at the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra,
Named a 2020 Best Community for Music Education by the NAMM Foundation.
Equity and Access
7th grade recruitment process,
6th grade Performing Arts Program Development Team,
Equity and Access Team led by PA Regional Specialists and Betty Perry, consultant,
Sustainable system for equipment repair and replacement. Priority 2 - Enhance Student Experiences<br>
slide7. Focus Area: Athletics & Wellness
Sustain Athletic Excellence & Improve Student Wellness
Team Accomplishments during Fall & Winter 2019-20
Marion County Champions: FCV 7th Girls Basketball, FCV 8th Boys Basketball
Conference Champions: Belzer 7th Grade Football, Belzer 8th Grade Football
LN Girls Basketball, LC Boys Basketball & LN Boys Basketball
Sectional Champions: LN Boys Tennis, LN Girls Soccer, LN Girls Basketball, LN Boys Basketball
Regional, Semi-State, & State Champion: LN Girls Basketball
Achieved American Heart Association Employee Wellness Gold Status
Building Wellness Champions established Priority 2 - Enhance Student Experiences<br>
slide8. Focus Area: Public Relations & Communications - Activate the LT Brand
Accomplishments
Successful completion of the 2019-2020 Marketing Plan.
Roll out of rebranded Lawrence Central & Lawrence North mascots (added BMS & FCV)
8 targeted mailers to community members (including HH, BP, & WR) & OE in development
Positive articles in numerous print publications with digital/print advertising where available
Three district billboards - 465 & Pendleton Pike / 82nd & Clearvista Parkway & 4 district posters in southern part of district
Development of Niche online marketing relationship
Refresh of district promotional video
Planning implementation timeline for new ParentSquare communication tool with IT. Priority 2 - Enhance Student Experiences<br>
slide9. Focus Area: Operations - Improve quality of services
Accomplishments to Date
Completed upgrades to High School Auditoriums and Softball Stadiums
Completed renovations to Skiles Test, Harrison Hill and Indian Creek Elementary Schools
Completed the Safety Audit by DOE
Continue tracking utility costs & implementing energy savings projects
Completed: Sent out RFP for snow removal
Completed: Renewed lawn and spray contract
Completed: Renewed Athletic Field Prep contract
Continue to Update Blue Ribbon Plan
Continue with Energy Savings efforts with LED Lighting/building automation
Implementing a Strategic Energy Management Program through IPL Priority 3 - Maximize Operational Efficiencies<br>
slide10. Focus Area: Business & Finance - Maintain strong financial position
Accomplishments since March 2019
Maintained a $10 million cash balance and ensured all taxing funds had a positive cash balance at the end of the calendar year.
Implemented various budget efficiencies to ensure cash balance remains at $10 million at the end of the calendar year.
Presented plan to save approximately 15% on bus maintenance parts. Priority 3 - Maximize Operational Efficiencies<br>
slide11. Financial Report<br>
slide12. Focus Area: Technology - Expand sustainable infrastructure
Accomplishments during 2018-19
Installed faster internal fiber network connections in two buildings and completed bid processes to complete similar enhancements in four more buildings
Upgrade wireless network infrastructure at Fall Creek Valley Middle School and LECC
Continued annual surplus equipment sales to augment replacement cycle funding
Reorganized department to create a dedicated infrastructure support team
Began implementing district-wide mass notification and public address system
Evaluated and established direction for new security camera solution
Implemented video conferencing software, issued additional laptops and established a drive through Chromebook repair schedule to support eLearning during extended school closure
Utilized initial operational performance measures to inform strategic decisions Priority 3 - Maximize Operational Efficiencies<br>
slide13. Focus Area: Human Resources - Recruit, Retain, Reward Accomplishments through April 2020
Staffing
Puerto Rico recruiting 4 Conditional Job offers. Developing a professional partnership with UAGM. Maintaining professional partnership with Universidad Catolica in Puerto Rico for recruiting, professional development, and student teacher exchange.
District Based Alternative Certification (DBAC) Cohort 3 completed their first year and will student teach in Fall 2020. DBAC Cohort 4 will begin their coursework in August. A Secondary Cohort will be added.
Recruitment opportunities in and out of Indiana, including virtual fairs during the closure, focusing efforts on minority recruitment and monitoring the results.
Added Racial & Equity Bias Training into Safe Schools
Completed Annual New Teacher and Administrator Orientation
LT Wellness
Wellness Challenge $1,000, $500, and $250 incentive gift cards were awarded.
FMLA Source was implemented in July and is working to keep overall leaves to a minimum.
Financial Wellness
403b/401a/457 provider AXA Equitable was chosen in January by a committee and approved by the Board Priority 4 - Attract & Retain Talent<br>
slide14. This is the final presentation to the School Board. Spring 2020 will be the closing out of the 5-year plan.<br>
slide15. Questions/Comments<br>