Westonka Public Schools 2014-2019 Strategic Plan

Vision: An innovative district delivering educational excellence

Mission: The Westonka Public Schools is a collaborative community of learners that uses effective instructional
methods, implements research-based curriculum models, engages and challenges all learners with high academic
expectations and develops healthy social and emotional relationships.

Goal 1: Personalize learning to improve student achievement across all levels E-12

• Maintain safe, healthy, supportive and welcoming learning environments focused on inspiring and engaging students
• Implement district frameworks—Professional Learning Communities, the Edge21 Technology Plan and the 21st century college/career readiness plan—to facilitate school improvement
• Personalize instruction for each student, maximizing interests and abilities and creating ownership and independence
• Offer high-quality, competitive educational, extracurricular and community programming
• Effectively use assessments and data to ensure student preparation and success in higher education

Goal 2: Ensure responsible stewardship of resources

• Maximize and advocate for resources—finances, time, talent and facilities—to best serve our students, staff and community
• Improve district facilities and infrastructures to enhance learning in all areas
• Ensure fiscal responsibility and effective financial management
• Increase student retention and enrollment

Goal 3: Build pride in and around the district

• Support proactive two-way communication with all stakeholders to foster trust and collaboration
• Provide clear direction, expectations and support for all staff
• Promote and celebrate student, school, district and community accomplishments