2021-2026 Strategic Plan

Summary of Strategic Plan

Full Strategic Plan

MISSION

We provide exemplary educational experiences for each student to thrive

VISION

Inspired, Educated, and Empowered to Thrive

BELIEF STATEMENTS

We believe in a collaborative school community that values:

Relationships that foster trust and respect
Diversity, equity, and inclusion
Student voice
High expectations
Critical thinking and problem-solving
Life-long learning

FOR ALL!

STRATEGIC GOAL AREAS

Academics/Programs
Personnel/Leadership
Operations
Communications/Community Engagement
Learning Environment/Culture

WSD Goal Areas

ACADEMICS/PROGRAMS

Strategic Goal Statement: WSD will ensure a precision focus on learning by providing high-quality instruction using aligned, adequate (quantity) materials in state-of-the-art learning environments.

2022-2023 Priority Objectives:

Provide training and implement Problem-Based Learning
Revise the curriculum in high school science
Revise the curriculum in middle school and high school social studies
1:1 Devices
Middle school teaming

PERSONNEL/LEADERSHIP

Strategic Goal Statement: WSD will attract and retain high-quality staff.

2022-2023 Priority Objectives:

Develop Grow-Your-Own program to fill critical staff vacancies
Demonstrate commitment to staff excellence
Commit to culture of exceptional customer service
Staffing analysis using resources Eidex/benchmarking
Enrollment analysis
Grow a culture of collaboration "one Waterford"

COMMUNICATIONS/COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

Strategic Goal Statement: WSD will promote authentic community engagement and celebrate our successes.

2022-2023 Priority Objectives:

Provide consistent parent/community engagement opportunities
Update our general/athletic photography catalog
Continue robust enrollment campaign
Cultivate a strong digital media presence
Position WSD as a welcoming district with a bright future
Promote passage of non-homestead millage

OPERATIONS

Strategic Goal Statement: WSD will utilize district data to inform decision-making on allocation of available resources to achieve the District's vision and carry out the District's mission.

2022-2023 Priority Objectives:

Facilities utilization recommendation
Continue with implementing operational efficiencies
Bond plan for future projects
Update district for security recommendations
Renew non-homestead Millage
Continue building of new Stepanski

LEARNING ENVIRONMENT/CULTURE

Strategic Goal Statement: WSD will cultivate an environment of mutual trust, respect, inclusion, and substantive relationships so that the students, staff, and community thrive.