Draft
Cape FlatterySchool District
Strategic Plan 2015-2018

August, 2014

Cape FlatterySchool District
Strategic Plan
2015-2018
Board of Directors
Greg Colfax-Chair, John Stubbs- Vice Chair, Tracey Rascon , Donald Baker and Dan Elvrum
Superintendent, Kandy Ritter

Draft

Cape FlatterySchool District

Strategic Plan

2015-2018

Our Vision

Every student, staff member, parent and community member takes pride in the schools of the Cape FlatterySchool District and are:

Respectful of one another

Responsible for one’s actions

Responsive to the needs of others

and committed to results that exceed expectations.

(Take care of yourself, take care of each other, take care of our school)

Our Mission

The mission of the Cape Flattery School District in partnership with the Cape Flattery Communities, is to ensure that each student be given the opportunity to gain the knowledge, skills and self esteem necessary to become a contributing member of society.

Our Beliefs

Public education is a foundation of democracy and provides the tools to create a just society.

Patriotism and citizenship are fundamental to our society.

Education is a shared obligation of the student, family, school and community.

Children learn most effectively when curriculum and instructional strategies are relevant to their own backgrounds, interests, and learning styles.

Education must support all students in reaching their highest potential, in feeling successful, and in becoming educated, thoughtful, and caring adults.

Accountability is the responsible of students, staff, parents, and community

Goal #1

Strong ties between the schools and their communities.

Goal #2

All students and adults show concern and sensitivity to others

Goal #3

Instruction, standards, and assessment are continually focused on increasing student achievement.

Goal #4

Daily integration of technology by students and staff

Goal #5

Fiscally responsible budget to ensure stability and increase student achievement

Action Plan

Goal #1

Strong ties between schools and their communities

Objective / Who is Responsible / Beginning Date / Ending Date / Resources / Activities
Increase parent/
community involvement in schools / Building Principals
Board of
Directors
Building Principals
Superintendent
Building Principals
Building Principals
Superintendent Board of Directors, Building Principals / Fall 2010
Fall 2010
Fall 2010
Fall 2010
Fall 2010 / Spring 2014
Spring 2014
Spring 2014
Spring 2014 / Title 1
General Fund
Title 1
General Fund
General Fund , Title 1
None / Parent Training (3x) per school year
Continue with student representation on Board
Provide opportunities for families and the community to be active partners in the education of their children.
Increase involvement in early childhood programs
Continue to seek input from IPP committee, and parent/community organizations.
Integration of community values/culture into curriculum and instructional resources / Board of Directors
Superintendent
Building Principals
Staff
Makah Cultural and ResourceCenter
Superintendent Board of Directors, Community
Board of Directors / Fall 2010
Fall 2010
Fall 2010 / Spring
2014
Spring 2014
Spring 2014 / General Fund/Title VII
None
General Fund
None / Continue to support language/culture instruction within the schools.
Continue to seek input from MCRC expansion of language and culture programs.
Building Principals, Superintendent / Fall 2010 / Spring 2014 / Title IIA/Title VII
/ Provide professional development and support for all staff new to District to assist them in the understanding and integration of the culture of the communities.
Ensure that all communication within the district is consistent, respectful, and timely. / Board of Directors
Superintendent
Building principals
Staff
Building Principals/staff
Building Principals
Board of Directors
Board of Directors
Building Principals/Superintendent / Fall 2010
Fall 2010
Fall 2010
Fall 2010
Fall 2010
Fall 2010 / Spring 2014
Spring 2014
Spring 2014
Spring 2014
Spring 2014
Spring 2014 / General Fund
Building budgets
General Fund
None
None
General Fund / Continue to use District website as a resource for communication
Continue to use Makah Portal as a communication resource.
Family Access
Student Representative on Board will communicate with ASB
ASB’s will review new board policies prior to adoption.
Survey parents for additional communication input.
Increase/promote community access/use of school facilities. / Building Principals
Building principals / Fall 2010
Fall 2010 / Spring 2014
Spring 2014 / Building budgets
None / Clear process in place for communities to understand needed paperwork for facilities use including liability/insurance requirements.
Promote use of buildings for technology classes, college classes,
community groups (Scouts, After school programs, evening adult classes etc.)

Goal #2

All students and adults show concern and sensitivity to others.

Students and adults use problem solving and peaceful conflict
resolution techniques / Superintendent
Building principals
Staff
Students
Parents
Superintendent
Building principals
Staff
Students
Parents
Building principals,
Staff,
Students,
Parents
Building principals, staff, students, parents, and community / Fall 2010
Fall 2010
Spring 2010
Fall 2010
Fall 2010 / Spring 2014
Spring 2014
Fall 2010
Spring 2014
Spring 2014 / General Fund
General Fund
General Fund
General Fund
General Fund / Continued and increased support of curriculum implementation for bullying and harassment: verbal, physical, and cyber.
Measure through ESD data collection on a quarterly basis.
Reinforce conflict resolution, problem solving, and critical thinking skills for students and staff.
Continue to promote a safe, healthy, supportive personalized learning environment.
Community and staff pride in both school and extracurricular and co-curricular activities. / Building principals, ASB, Student Board Representative, Board of Directors, and Superintendent
Superintendent
Building principals
Staff
Students
Parents
Superintendent, Building Principals / Fall 2010
Fall 2010
Fall 2010 / Spring 2014
Spring 2014
Spring 2014 / ASB Budget, General Fund
Building Budgets
General Fund/Title 1 / Promote School Spirit
Build community support for both academic and athletic activities.
Recognition of staff accomplishments.
Recognition of student accomplishments.
Create afterschool opportunities in communities that promote working collaboratively to increase student access to educational opportunities.

Goal #3

Instruction, standards, and assessments are focused on increasing student achievement.

All students will meet or exceed State standards as measured by the State assessment / Board of Directors
Superintendent
Building Principals
Staff
Superintendent, Building Principals, Staff
Building Principals, Staff / January 2011
Fall 2010
Fall 2010 / Spring 2014
Spring 2014
Spring 2014 / General Fund
General Fund
General Fund / Adoption of Common Core Standards
Commitment to Early Childhood programs and alignment to
State Standards
Commitment to improving data collection and use of data to improve student achievement.
Plan and implement techniques and best practices for instruction. / Superintendent
Building Principals
Staff
Staff, Counselor, CTE Staff
Staff / Fall 2010
Fall 2010
Fall 2010 / Spring 2014
Spring 2014
Spring 2014 / Title IIA
General Fund/ Carl Perkins funding
General Fund/Title IIA / Increase opportunities for college-prep and work-readiness skills.
Support teachers in the implementing of high academic standards and rigorous assessments.
Learning environment that encourages daily attendance by students and staff. / Board of Directors
Superintendent
Building Principals
Staff
Building Principals, Staff
Building Principals, Staff, Technology Committe
Board of Directors, Building Principals
Building Principals
Building Principals, Superintendent / Fall 2010
Fall 2010
Fall 2010
Fall 2010
Fall 2010
Fall 2010 / Spring 2014
Spring 2014
Spring 2014
Spring 2014
Spring 2014
Spring 2014 / General Fund
General Fund
Technology Plan/Technology Funding
Post Graduate Survey
ASB Survey
Title IIA / Research incentive programs for staff.
Research incentive programs for students.
Support the integration of technology into daily lessons .
Yearly follow-up on dropouts.
Assist drop-outs with GED prep.
Seek studentinput regarding motivational factors for daily attendance and graduation.
Dedicate time and resource to retaining high quality staff and strong leadership at all levels.

Goal #4

Responsible integration of technology by students and staff

Fiscal and staff support to obtain and maintain technology to support curriculum and instruction. / Technology Committee,
Building
Principals / Fall 2010 / Spring 2014 / District Technology Budget / Commitment to following 3 year District technology plan.
Communicate technology plan to students, staff, parents and community.
Fiscally support a 20% technology replacement/upgrade schedule.
Seamless integration of technology in every classroom. / District Technology Committee / Fall 2010 / Spring 2014 / District Technology Budget / Mandatory requirements by all staff to reach Tier 3 integration of technology by year 2014.
Support professional development activities that will increase level of expertise for all staff and assist them in feeling confident and competent integrating technology into the curriculum.

Goal #5

Fiscally responsible budget to ensure stability and increase student achievement.

Board/Superintendent/IPPC/ and surrounding communities have a clear understanding ofrevenue including but not limited to: State apportionment, Federal impact aid , State and Federal grants, Levy funding, and Levy Equalization. / Board of Directors, Building principals, Superintendent, Community
Board of Directors, Superintendent
Board of Directors, Superintendent
Superintendent
Facilities / Safety
Committee
Board of Directors / Fall 2010
January 2011
Fall 2010
Fall 2010
Fall 2010 / Spring 2014
January 2014
Spring 2014
Spring 2014
Spring 2014 / None
None
General Fund/Capital Projects Fund / Monthly reports will be given to the board to update on the (5) funds: General, Transportation, Debt Service, ASB, and Capital Projects.
A yearly hearing will be held each January to provide an opportunity for public input on Federal Impact monies.
A fund balance minimum of 10% of total budget will be maintained.
A yearly review of facilities will be presented to the Board of Directors is assisting in making decisions regarding capital project improvements and maintenance.
Assurance that all resources are used wisely and with a focus on equity, efficiency, and sustainability.
Board/Superintendent/IPPC/ and surrounding communities have a clear understanding of expenditures including but not limited to: State apportionment, Federal impact aid , State and Federal grants, Levy funding, and Levy Equalization. / Board of Directors, Superintendent, Building Principals, Community
Board of Directors
Superintendent, Board of Directors, Building Principals
Superintendent, Board of Directors, Building Principals
Superintendent, Board of Directors, Building Principals / Fall 2010
January 2011
Fall 2010
Fall 2010
Fall 2010 / Spring 2014
January 2014
Spring 2014
Spring 2014
Spring 2014 / General Fund, Transportation, ASB, Debt Service, Capital Projects / Monthly reports will be given to the board to update on the (5) funds: General, Transportation, Debt Service, ASB, and Capital Projects.
A yearly hearing will be held eachJanuary to provide an opportunity for public input on Federal Impact monies.
Budgeting decisions for expenditures will take a “students first” approach.
Identify and develop strategies to fund the difference between current funding and the needs of the district.
Continue to increase operational efficiencies to reduce overhead costs.

1st review: November 18th-20th 2011

2nd review: March 10, 2012

3rd review: November 2013

4th review: August 2014

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