Beaver Dam Unified School District

Strategic Plan: 2019-2025

Core Strategies

The following four core strategies organize our ongoing continuous improvement work at the district and at the school level over the long-term. Listed under each core strategy are the 5-year strategic objectives for the system.

We will articulate strategic metrics, school success plans and district strategic actions on an annual basis within this five-year cycle to:
A. Live our beliefs and accomplish the 5-year strategic objectives
B. Advance our mission and vision for student learning and organizational excellence

Student Growth and Achievement
• Ensure the equitable access and delivery of educational services.
• Nurture the social, emotional, physical and mental health of all students.

Staff Effectiveness and Development
• Provide effective professional development that addresses trauma and challenging behaviors.
• Support the effective application of data for regular classroom use.

Facilities and Operations
• Assess necessity, condition, and use of district properties to determine and enact a sustainable plan.

District and Community Engagement
• Improve the marketing/branding of the district to attract/retain residents, business, and staff.
• Increase student and staff partnerships with local businesses, colleges, and organizations.

Mission:

Guiding students. Empowering futures.

Vision:

Leading the way in student growth and achievement.

Belief Statements:

•	We believe that quality instruction is best supported through a relevant, challenging, innovative, and articulated curriculum.
•	We believe that all members of the learning community have the responsibility of promoting student well-being, including social, emotional, physical, and mental health.
•	We believe that accomplishing personally set goals can promote personal excellence and a healthy sense of self.
•	We believe that individuals learn in different ways and at different rates. Therefore, we need to be flexible, open-minded, and creative.
•	We believe in the power of equity in education by meeting and engaging the diverse needs of students, which ultimately empowers them to find their true potential and be productive in the life and career paths of their choosing.
•	We believe that students need tools for thriving in a changing world. These tools include opportunities to develop skills (such as adapting, adjusting, seeking, and accepting change).
•	We believe in opportunities for growth and support provided through relevant partnerships in the community.
•	We believe that students, families, school staff, and community members share responsibility for developing academically, socially, and behaviorally responsible citizens. We further believe that all members of our learning community should take pride in their roles; commit to excellence; and demonstrate compassion, empathy, and respect.
•	We believe that collaboration skills are important to foster in adults and students alike.
•	We believe in making today’s decisions with an eye to the future so that the school district may deliver exceptional results over a sustained period of time.

Strategic Plan in Action

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