Strategic Plan
The Billings Public Schools 2015-2020 Strategic Plan is the result of months of work by parents, students, educators, community members and the Board of Trustees. As such, our strategic plan is grounded in mutual commitment and expectations for all stakeholders in support of our students.
We recognize that when we all work together to implement the elements of our strategic plan the results will be closing the achievement gap between students, increasing graduation rates and preparing our students for career, college and life in an ever- changing world.
STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT
GOAL: Optimize learning for each student through rigorous, engaging, diverse and equitable opportunities
OBJECTIVE 1: Improve achievement for all students through an articulated and challenging curriculum that is aligned with standards and meets the needs of individual students
OBJECTIVE 2: Improve graduation rates for all students
OBJECTIVE 3: Measure student progress and growth through multiple formal and informal assessments that are aligned with standards
HIGHLY QUALIFIED STAFF/STAFF DEVELOPMENT
GOAL: Establish and maintain an excellent, diverse and well-trained staff, supported by professional development that reflects student need
OBJECTIVE 1: Ensure effective leadership
OBJECTIVE 2: Expect high performance and accountability from staff
OBJECTIVE 3: Enhance quality workforce recruitment and hiring process and initial exposure to District
RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
GOAL: Maximize efficient and transparent allocation of resources to support student achievement
OBJECTIVE 1: Standardize and prioritize the use of district resources in a way that is transparent to all stakeholders
OBJECTIVE 2: Develop a systematic and sustainable plan that allocates resources to accomplish the goals of the district
FACILITIES
GOAL: Develop, maintain and enhance efficient facilities that promote a safe and healthy instructional environment
OBJECTIVE 1: Address deferred maintenance at all high schools, elementary schools and support facilities
OBJECTIVE 2: Maintain community investments by monitoring and maintaining energy efficient, safe and healthy learning environments and facilities
OBJECTIVE 3: Promote public use of District facilities
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
GOAL: Engage our community, maximize community investment and meaningful collaboration to enhance student learning
OBJECTIVE 1: Strengthen communication between schools, parents and the community
OBJECTIVE 2: Increase parent and family engagement and involvement in school activities and student learning