Strategic Plan
Every learner empowered for a lifetime of success.
In PVSchools, we engage, inspire, and nurture students through high-quality instruction, meaningful educational opportunities, and dynamic learning experiences.
Made up of a variety of stakeholders that included parents, community, business partners, staff, and with input from students PVSchools has designed
Values
Student-Focus
We approach each decision and interaction with every student’s success and well-being as a priority.
We demonstrate this value by,
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Caring about, believing in, and holding ourselves and students accountable for high academic achievement.
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Creating a safe, inclusive, and trusting environment.
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Valuing individual student’s strengths and identifying opportunities for growth and excellence.
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Implementing multiple pathways for learning and expressions of creativity.
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Providing opportunities for students to grow through extra-curricular offerings.
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Prioritizing resources to have the greatest impact on student success.
Innovation
We nurture creativity, curiosity, and strategic thinking through dynamic learning experiences.
We demonstrate this value by,
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Creating flexible learning opportunities through a variety of engaging activities.
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Offering unique, enriching, and challenging real-world educational experiences.
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Solving problems collaboratively in dynamic team experiences.
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Designing stimulating activities that challenge students to innovate.
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Teaching critical thinking and higher-order problem-solving skills to instill courage and academic confidence.
Collaboration
We cultivate respectful and meaningful relationships to support high expectations and a culture of growth.
We demonstrate this value by,
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Respecting and engaging diverse voices from all stakeholder groups.
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Acting in a trusting and trustworthy manner to ensure a safe exchange of ideas.
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Holding one another accountable to create solutions.
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Being active participants in the collaborative process.
Integrity
We model character, equity, and ethical behavior in all we do.
We demonstrate this value by,
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Being transparent in our communications and processes.
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Respecting and honoring individuals’ strengths and differences.
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Implementing equitable practices and access to resources.
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Exemplifying honesty, fairness, and trustworthiness.
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Being accountable for our words and actions.
Growth
We foster continuous progress, development, and learning.
We demonstrate this value by,
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Encouraging and celebrating academic, extracurricular, and personal achievements.
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Embracing challenges that develop perseverance and critical thinking which inspire creative solutions.
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Creating innovative and forward-thinking opportunities.
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Encouraging diverse thinking.
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Providing engaging instruction.
Respect
We model civility, dignity, and thoughtful consideration in our communication and Actions.
We demonstrate this value by,
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Recognizing the best intentions of all stakeholders.
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Encouraging acceptance of others and empathy in all interactions.
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Expecting that respect is reciprocal.
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Demonstrating integrity and trustworthiness.
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Engaging in interactions with kindness and consideration.
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Recognizing and responding to the diverse needs of our community.
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Valuing all input.
Strategic Goals
Student Experience
Provide students with supportive learning environments that include rich academic and extracurricular experiences, interventions, and programs to prepare them for a successful future.
1.1 Align curriculum, instruction, and assessment to maximize student learning.
1.2: Engage students in multidisciplinary STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math) learning experiences.
1.3: Provide authentic learning experiences and personalized pathways to ensure all students have access to post-secondary education and career opportunities.
1.4: Implement multi-tiered systems of support with fidelity at each site to provide interventions for each student’s success.
1.5: Build trust-based, culturally responsive environments that support collaboration and celebrate risk-taking.
1.6: Provide students with special areas, electives, and extracurricular activities to help them identify and pursue their passions.
1.7: Enhance students’ agility and resilience in a digital learning environment.
1.8: Provide comprehensive programs that meet the wellness needs of students.
Staff Experience
Foster a supportive and collaborative work environment that makes PVSchools an exemplary place to thrive.
2.1: Create professional learning opportunities that support individual growth, career advancement, and organizational excellence.
2.2: Recruit, hire, and retain a high-quality and diverse workforce.
2.3: Provide the staff with comprehensive wellness programs to support individual and organizational well-being.
2.4: Develop and implement mentorship programs for all staff.
2.5: Provide opportunities for staff to meaningfully collaborate with one another.
Educational Environment
Support a district-wide culture that promotes a robust equitable educational experience; prioritizes relationships among students, staff, and families; and, meets learners’ unique needs to maximize their potential.
3.1: Integrate student and staff voice when developing meaningful and equitable educational experiences.
3.2: Cultivate trust, collegiality, and professionalism.
3.3: Promote gracious, open-minded listening that encourages a compassionate and courageous culture.
3.4: Create and maintain welcoming campuses and facilities district-wide that are safe and appealing.
3.5: Create a physically and emotionally safe environment that is inclusive and supports the diverse needs of all learners.
Community Strength
Build meaningful relationships with new and existing partners to provide opportunities that enrich the lives of our diverse students, staff, families, and community.
4.1: Provide opportunities for students and families to participate in community activities through field trips, mentorships, externships, internships, CTE opportunities, athletics, fine arts, competitions, and more.
4.2: Offer relevant student experiences through community partnerships that foster school-based service-learning activities.
4.3: Offer a variety of experiences that grow positive community-based relationships and teach students that they are valuable members of the community.
4.4: Provide collaborative opportunities and diverse educational programs for families.
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Develop, respect, and value diverse thinking and experiences that lead to safe, equitable, and inclusive environments for all.
5.1: Create an inclusive learning environment that supports the physical and mental health of students and staff.
5.2: Develop policies and practices that provide equitable opportunities.
5.3: Value diverse thinking and create opportunities to engage in respectful dialogue.
5.4: Recruit and retain a diverse workforce that is prepared to meet the unique needs of each student.
5.5: Ensure inclusive practices in the decision-making process by involving appropriate stakeholders.
Optimized Resources
Acquire and prioritize resources to equitably advance PVSchools' vision, mission, values, and strategic goals.
6.1: Develop transparent, fiscally responsible district and site budgets in alignment with the district’s strategic goals.
6.2: Seek community partnerships and funding opportunities.
6.3: Strengthen recruitment and retention efforts to minimize staff vacancies and reduce time to hire.
6.4: Prioritize resources to support the strategic plan, provide safe learning environments, close learning gaps, and accelerate academic achievement for every student.
6.5: Procure and optimize resources to support student development and ensure sustainability through public and private support.
Portrait of a Graduate
Creative Thinker
- Connects patterns and ideas in a unique and innovative way
- Demonstrates curiosity and reflective thinking
- Uses a wide range of techniques to generate ideas and solve problems
Critical Thinker
- Seeks solutions to problems
- Thinks independently
- Applies reasoning and logic to situations
Collaborative
- Communicates and listens effectively
- Works productively and respectfully with others to achieve common goals
- Demonstrates care and compassion
Community Minded
- Acts responsibly in personal and digital interactions
- Participates in civic responsibilities and gives time and energy to community service
- Honors diversity and the opinions and experiences of others
Ethical
- Acts with integrity
- Demonstrates honesty, respect, and responsibility
- Displays trusting and trustworthy behavior
Resilient
- Perseveres through challenges
- Demonstrates flexibility in the pursuit of new ideas and opportunities
- Possesses confidence in the ability to succeed
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Mission, Vision, Motto
Mission
We engage, inspire, and nurture students through high-quality instruction, meaningful educational opportunities, and dynamic learning experiences.
Vision
Every learner empowered for a lifetime of success.
Motto
A Journey of Excellence.