PRIORITY 1: STUDENT SUCCESS

Curriculum/Instruction

All students will engage in relevant learning that supports the development of content and durable skills.
Initiate an ongoing and collaborative curriculum review process.
Deploy a district-wide, whole-student approach that builds character, and improves academic and social outcomes for all students in the learning environment.
Prioritize staff capacity and support to provide relevant learning opportunities to all students through enhanced time, PLC planning, and professional development.
Ensure inclusive access to the curriculum by developing and implementing an MTSS framework in all schools.

Student Experience

Implement learning experiences that develop academic abilities, durable skills, creativity, strengths, and interests.
Expand PK-13 opportunities for students to explore career pathways.
Expand extracurricular, community service, intern/externship experiences, and choices for students.
Ensure inclusivity by identifying and removing barriers for students.
Ensure student safety through proper equipment and resource officers.

PRIORITY 2: THRIVING FACULTY & STAFF

Job Satisfaction

Retention

Recruitment

Orientation

Develop and employ an orientation program structure to provide a more effective & efficient onboarding process.
Provide connection activities for all staff to build relationships outside of the school.

PRIORITY 3: EFFICIENT & EFFECTIVE OPERATIONS

Resources

Perform analysis of education, operations and maintenance, and transportation fund expenditures to review contracts/contractual services, resource utilization, and other recurring costs to determine possible inefficiencies or need to bid.
Perform revenue/funding analysis to determine additional funding sources or possible revenue enhancement opportunities, i.e., advertising/marketing.
Review and assess all district internal and external fee structures, including stipends, supplemental pay, and contractual pay.

Facilities and Transportation

Ensure all buildings are well maintained and provide students, staff, and faculty a safe environment.
Complete energy audit to determine any cost-saving opportunities.
Develop a replacement plan for facility needs (Roof, HVAC, Chillers, Windows, etc).
Ensure the maintenance and upkeep of vehicles for safe transportation.

Technology Infrastructure

Adopt and maintain educational technology through the combined use of computer hardware, software, and educational theory and practice to facilitate 21st-century learning.
Implement new technology and maintain a technology replacement cycle that can be supported within the District’s annual technology budget.
Review the age and efficiencies of current technology platforms to determine possible upgrades and/or changes.

Food & Nutrition

Update the antiquated machinery and equipment to support the needs of students.
Complete yearly audits to ensure lower food costs, and ensure adequate budgeting.

PRIORITY 4: POSITIVE COMMUNITY CULTURE

Student Support Opportunities

Increased Hyde County Schools participation in community and civic organizations
Expanded partnerships between Hyde County Schools and community organizations
Development of Friends of Hyde County Schools

Parent & Family Partnerships

Develop a parent/family orientation and mentoring program for new families (to the community, the District or a school)
Develop stronger PTO partnerships and support
Develop a community and family engagement calendar of events

Communication and Marketing

Develop a district and school communication & marketing plan
Invest in tools and resources that allow for easy communication and engagement for community members.

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