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Elmhurst Community Unit School District 205

Strategic Action Plan

Adopted December 15, 2008

The Strategic Action Plan represents our commitment to high expectations,

continuous improvement, and accountability to advance student achievement.

The mission of District 205 is to meet the educational needs of all students, challenging each to his or her full potential and ensuring a foundation for future success in life.

Elmhurst Community Unit District 205 will be a national leader in educating children of all backgrounds and ability levels, promoting high individual student achievement. The district will incorporate student-centered decision-making, the highest academic standards, best practices in education, the highest caliber educational professionals, and leading edge resources to ensure an equitable education for all and success in a global society.

District 205 Belief Statements

Holistic Belief Education is highly valued, and schools should provide the highest quality education to all students, preparing them for success in life while adding value to the greater community.

Academic Standards, Achievement and Alignment High educational standards are critical to student achievement, and students of all backgrounds and ability levels should be challenged to their full potential through differentiated learning techniques, consistently and equitably across the entire district.

Curriculum and Instruction Students learn through innovative, engaged teaching methodologies taught by highly qualified, dedicated and inspiring professionals.

Technology State-of-the-Art technology which is integrated into the lives of both students and teachers – in and out of the classroom – enhances student learning and better prepares them for the 21st Century work force.

Human Resources and Staff Development Hiring and retention of high quality administrators, teachers and other professional staff are critical to student success. District personnel must be provided with opportunities and expectations for continuous learning through professional development, training and collaboration.

Research and Assessment Decisions are best made in a collaborative environment based on research and data drawn from an assessment program aligned with educational best practices and state and national standards.

Communication Transparent and timely communication among all stakeholder groups will engage community support, promote an understanding of a District 205 education and demonstrate the benefits of District 205 schools.

Diversity In today’s global society, it is essential for school systems to embrace diversity, including ethnicity, ability level, and socioeconomic status, and implement initiatives to ensure the needs of all students are met.

Climate/Environment/Culture Learning environments that are caring, nurturing and safe promote success by all students and positive school climates.

Financial Responsibility Student and school needs should be equitably met while maintaining district fiscal restraints in the spirit of fiduciary responsibility.

Citizenship and Character Good character must be developed and nurtured to promote citizenship at the community level and in a global society.

Strategic Plan Themes

I. Curriculum & Instruction (strategic initiatives: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 9, 10, 12, 19)

II. Research & Assessment (strategic initiatives: 1, 6, 7)

III. Communications (strategic initiatives: 1, 14, 15, 17, 18)

IV. Human Resources (strategic initiatives: 1, 3, 5, 12, 14, 16, 18, 19)

V. Governance

VI. Facilities (strategic initiatives: 1, 9, 10, 11, 13)

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Curriculum & Instruction

Research & Assessment

Human Resources

Communications

Facilities

Governance

Continuous Improvement

Elmhurst Community Unit School District 205

Strategic Action Plan

High Expectations

Accountability

District 205 Strategic Plan

Curriculum and Instruction Action Plan District 205 will deliver a rigorous instructional program that promotes learning and fosters the development of all students. Goal(s)

1. Accelerate achievement for all students and minimize disparities among all groups of students. 2. Follow researched-based, best practice instructional strategies and programs consistently

across the district. 3. Provide equitable educational opportunities and resources for the benefit of all students in the

district.

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Curriculum and Instruction Goal 1: Accelerate achievement and minimize disparities among all groups of students. Strategy 1: Standardize the implementation of curriculum and instruction across all grade levels. Tactic(s) Metric(s) Timeline(s) Develop a five-year curriculum review cycle. Create and implement curriculum maps in all K-12 subjects. Strengthen and align curriculum structure by developing pacing charts for all K-8 content areas. Strengthen and align 9-12 course outlines for all subjects.

Distributed review schedule. Evidence of curriculum maps. Increases in achievement in state/local assessment. Evidence of use of pacing charts. Increases in achievement in state/local assessment. Evidence of revised course outlines. Increases in achievement in state/local assessment.

Spring 2009 2011-2012 2008-2012 2009-2012

Ensuring Success Through Positive Change


Curriculum and Instruction

Goal 1: Accelerate achievement for all students and minimize disparities among all groups of students. Strategy 2: Foster a professional learning community culture. Tactic(s) Metric(s) Timeline(s) Establish a teacher collaboration framework to ensure instructional efforts are focused on meeting student needs. Schedule ongoing staff collaborative meetings focusing on the advancement of district and specific school goals. Conduct regularly scheduled articulation meetings across content and grade levels. Evaluate the current system of curriculum support and determine feasibility of curriculum coaches.

Evidence of meeting schedules/agendas. Evidence of meeting schedules/agendas. Evidence of meetings schedules/agendas. Written report.

2008-2009 and annually thereafter 2008-2009 and annually thereafter 2008-2009 and annually thereafter Spring 2009




Goal 2: Follow researched-based, best practice instructional strategies and programs consistently across the district.

Strategy 1: Increase the rigor in the instructional program to promote high academic standards and expectations. Tactic(s) Metric(s) Timeline(s) Apply research on best instructional practices to deliver the curriculum using multiple instructional strategies to meet diverse academic, social, and emotional needs. Differentiate instruction to engage all students in high levels of learning. Identify and implement strategies to improve student literacy in grades K-12. Expand consistent writing curriculum and common rubrics in grades K-8.

More than 90% of students meeting/exceeding standards on local/state/national assessments. More than 90% of students meeting/exceeding standards on local/state/national assessments. More than 90% of students meeting/exceeding standards on local/state/national assessments.. More than 90% of students meeting/exceeding standards on local/state/national assessments..

2013 2013 2013 2012




Goal 3: Provide equitable educational opportunities and resources for the benefit of all students in the district. Strategy 1: Expand the appropriate use of technology to support teaching and learning. Tactic(s) Metric(s) Timeline(s) Refresh and monitor the three-year district technology plan. Ensure students and staff have equitable access to current, secure, and sustainable technology. Follow the National Educational Technology Standards for Teachers (NETS-T) and Administrators (NETS-A) for staff use and application of technology to facilitate student learning and creativity. Follow National Educational Technology Standards for Students (NETS-S) to ensure appropriate learners’ use of technology for effective communication, problem-solving and productivity. Provide professional development opportunities to expand the staff’s skills and knowledge in the area of the integration of technology into the curriculum.

Evidence of submitted plan. No discrepancies in identified standards. Evidence of compliance with standards as measured by checklists, focused walks, etc. Evidence of compliance with standards as measured by checklists, observation, etc. Staff participation; staff feedback.

Spring 2009, Spring 2012 2010-2011 2009-2012 2009-2012 2008-2012





Goal 3: Provide equitable educational opportunities and resources for the benefit of all students in the district. Strategy 2: Monitor the implementation of educational programs and the curriculum. Tactic(s) Metric(s) Timeline(s) Align, identify and allocate the resources necessary to support the curriculum. Determine guidelines for the allocation of personnel to support student learning. Maintain fidelity in the delivery of the standard curriculum and in following a continuum of instructional support.

Budget allocation meets identified needs. Evidence of application of written guidelines. Consistency as measured by observations and checklists.

2008-2012 2009-2010 2009-2010


Research and Assessment Action Plan District 205 will practice continuous quality improvement through careful monitoring and assessment of student achievement and the quality of the instructional program district wide. Goal(s)

1. Implement a comprehensive assessment system aimed at providing reliable, relevant and timely information to enhance student, teacher and district performance. 2. Use data and information to support decision making, to improve achievement and to provide for continuous improvement.

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Research and Assessment Goal 1: Implement a comprehensive assessment system aimed at providing reliable, relevant and timely information to enhance, student, teacher, and district performance.Strategy 1: Develop and implement common academic assessments. Tactic(s) Metric(s) Timeline(s) Develop and implement formative and summative assessments in all content areas. Implement research based formative and summative assessments in specific content areas (e.g., MAPS)

All schools meet/exceed AYP. All schools meet/exceed School Improvement student outcome targets. Evidence of common formative/summative assessments K-12. All schools meet/exceed AYP. All schools meet/exceed School Improvement student outcome targets.

100% by 2014 Elementary – begin spring, 2009 Middle School – begin spring 2009 High School – begin fall 2008 100% by 2014 Reading – Grades 6-8 – 2008-2009 Math – Grades 3-8 – 2008-2009 Reading/Math – Grade 2 – 2009-2010 Reading/Math – Grades 9-10 – 2009-10



Research and Assessment

Goal 1: Implement a comprehensive assessment system aimed at providing reliable, relevant and timely information to enhance, student, teacher, and district performance.Strategy 2: Utilize data from multiple sources to make decisions to advance student learning. Tactic(s) Metric(s) Timeline(s) Analyze data from local, state and national assessments regularly to identify strengths and target areas for growth. Evaluate all instructional programs at established intervals (e.g., REACH, Bilingual/ESL, Reading Recovery/Support [grades K-5], Elementary Spanish) and implement recommendations. Implement a plan to improve participation rates, results and trends of students taking AP exams. Implement a plan to improve graduation rates, improve student attendance rates and decrease behavioral referrals. Monitor organizational health. Use data from professional development activities to determine efficacy and impact on instructional practices.

All schools meet/exceed AYP. All school meet/exceed School Improvement student outcome targets. Program evaluation report and evidence of implementation. 45% of students. Increase in graduation rates; increase in student attendance rates; decrease in behavioral referral. Evidence of improvement and balance in the ten dimensions at school and district levels. Improvements noted in focused-walks and observation reports.

100% by 2014 Annually In accordance with 5-year review calendar 2011-2012 2008-2009 and annually thereafter 2008-2009 and annually thereafter Annually




Goal 1: Implement a monitoring and assessment system aimed at providing reliable, relevant and timely information to enhance student, teacher, and district performance. Strategy 3: Implement and maintain a reliable progress monitoring system and schedule. Tactic(s) Metric(s) Timeline(s) Identify and implement progress monitoring tools in the areas of reading and math for grades K-8 (e.g., AIMS web). Identify and implement progress monitoring tools in the areas of reading and math for grades 9-12. Research additional progress monitoring assessments in the areas of writing, science and social studies in grades K-12.

Record of progress monitoring. Evidence of continous student improvement. Record of progress monitoring. Evidence of continuous student improvement. Written summary of findings.

Reading – 2008-2009 (K-8) Math – 2008-2009 (K-8) Reading/Math - January, 2009 Spring 2010





Goal 2: Use data and information to support decision making, to improve achievement and to provide for continuous improvement. Strategy 1: Provide staff with the means to enable timely and easy access to data and information. Tactic(s) Metric(s) Timeline(s) Identify a data-warehouse solution that contains annual and longitudinal student, school and district data.

Reports and information made available to staff.

Fall 2009

Strategy 2: Foster a culture of shared responsibility and accountability for student learning. Tactic(s) Metric(s) Timeline(s) Provide staff development in analyzing and interpreting data and information. Utilize scheduled collaboration time to analyze data and information to improve instruction.

Evidence of staff development participation. Evidence of improved student outcomes.

Beginning Fall 2008 and ongoing Beginning Fall 2009 and ongoing


Communications Action Plan District 205 will practice transparent, timely, and accurate communications among all stakeholder groups. Goal(s)

1. Establish an effective two-way communication system within the district to strengthen mutual understanding and collaborative decision-making.

2. Establish an effective two-way communication system with parents/community to foster a trusting and supportive relationship.

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Communications Goal 1: Establish an effective two-way communication system within the district to strengthen mutual understanding and collaborative decision-making. Strategy 1: Establish clear lines of communication throughout the district. Tactic(s) Metric(s) Timeline(s) Define the roles and responsibilities of administrative departments (e.g., Human Resources, Business, Curriculum, Student Services, Buildings/Grounds, Technology). Develop protocols to receive and respond to questions/concerns at the school, district and Board levels. Define the roles and responsibilities of district committees (e.g., advisory, decision-making).

Written document developed and distributed. Written protocols developed. Written guidelines developed.

Fall 2008 November 2008 January 2009

Strategy 2: Adopt communication standards for distributing and collecting information. Tactic(s) Metric(s) Timeline(s) Develop processes and plans for school and district committees to share information and outcomes with appropriate staff. Use communication tools (e.g., intranet, newsletter, email, webpages) to improve the timeliness and efficiency of communication.

Evidence and distribution of written plan/template. Communication adequacy domain in 4th quartile as measured by OHI instrument.

December 2008 June 2011



Communications

Goal 1: Establish an effective two-way communication system within the district to strengthen mutual understanding and collaborative decision-making. Strategy 3: Employ/utilize structures to foster collaboration and enhance decision-making. Tactic(s) Metric(s) Timeline(s) Establish a district leadership team (certified staff). Hold regular meetings between support staff leadership (PSRP) and district leadership. Hold regular meetings between custodial/maintenance leadership (SEIU) and district leadership. Hold regular meetings between exempt staff representatives (Operations Committee) and district leadership. Hold regular school-based collaborative team meetings.

Establishment of team. Evidence of meeting schedule. Evidence of meeting schedule. Evidence of meeting schedule. Weekly schedule.

September 2008 As defined by schedule As defined by schedule As defined by schedule Annually



Communications Goal 2: Establish an effective two-way communication system with parents/community to foster a trusting and supportive relationship.

Strategy 1: Communicate information in a timely and transparent manner.

Tactic(s) Metric(s) Timeline(s)Evaluate effectiveness of communication efforts through the use of a survey. Improve the efficiency of communication through the use of various tools (e.g., newsletter, AlertNow, email, website). Develop protocols to receive and respond to parent/community questions/concerns. Determine and implement the most effective communication strategies for sharing critical information.

Baseline data and annual survey data. Increases as measured against the baseline. Written protocols developed based on best practice. Feedback received in response to each significant communication event.

Baseline collected in Spring 2009 and annually thereafter Spring 2010 and annually thereafter Spring 2009 Related to each event




Communications

Goal 2: Establish an effective two-way communication system with parents/community to foster a trusting and supportive relationship. Strategy 2: Solicit parent/community input to inform key decisions affecting student learning and the operations of the district.

Tactic(s) Metric(s) Timeline(s) Participate in annual PTA community forum. Involve parents/community members on designated committees and task forces. Investigate and implement strategies to gather input and information. Identify additional two-way communication forum opportunities.

Number of attendees. Committee membership roster. Evidence of surveys. Summary data and/or recommendations. Impact on practice, procedures, policy. Number of attendees.

November 2008 and annually thereafter As needed Annually FY09 and annually thereafter

Strategy 3: Deliver a staff development program to improve the quality of district communication. Tactic(s) Metric(s) Timeline(s) Provide communication tool and strategy training to staff (e.g., web design, parent communication methods). Provide media relations training to Board members and administrators. Provide communication and customer service training to support staff.

Evidence of training. Evidence of training. Evidence of training.

2009-2010 school year 2008-2009 school year 2008-2009 school year


Human Resources Action Plan Human Resources (Professional Support, Development and Satisfaction) District 205 will advance student learning through a comprehensive plan for professional development and staff recruitment and retention. Goal(s)

1. Recruit, hire, induct, support and retain high quality staff. 2. Cultivate a high-performing, professional culture.

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Human Resources Goal 1: Recruit, hire, induct, support and retain high quality staff. Strategy 1: Identify and implement a comprehensive recruitment plan. Tactic(s) Metric(s) Timeline(s) Review existing hiring procedures to determine strengths and gaps (e.g., posting of vacancies, application procedures, on-line application screening, interview process, and reference checks) in order to: A. Implement best practices for consistent hiring procedures. B. Implement protocols for posting position vacancies.

Gap analysis completed. Written procedures written, disseminated and accessible as appropriate. Written protocols written, disseminated and accessible as appropriate.

Spring 2009 Spring 2009 Spring 2009



Human Resources

Goal 1: Recruit, hire, induct, support and retain high quality staff. Strategy 2: Identify and implement a comprehensive retention plan. Tactic(s) Metric(s) Timeline(s) Evaluate the effectiveness of current orientation activities and mentoring program for certified staff. Evaluate and monitor retention rate of staff. Modify the orientation activities and mentoring programs for certified staff as indicated by evaluation. Implement the evaluation process and procedures for certified and non-certified staff consistently. Support and encourage the attainment of National Board Certification. Deliver a high quality professional development program aligned to school and district priorities.

Develop and implement an exit interview process.

Evaluation summaries completed at benchmark years (i.e., 1st year, 2nd year, 4th years). Multi-year trend data. Revisions made to mentoring program. Evaluations submitted in accordance with timelines/guidelines. 10% of total F.T.E. staff Evidence of professional development opportunites provided; number of individuals participating in activities; participant feedback. Exit interview instrument completed and included in exit protocol; exit interview trend data report written and presented.

Annually each spring Annually Fall 2009 Annually 2011-2012 Annually Summer 2009



Human Resources

Goal 1: Recruit, hire, induct, support and retain high quality staff. Strategy 3: Improve staff understanding of human resource policies and procedures. Tactic(s) Metric(s) Timeline(s)

Identify, develop, and communicate written human resource policies and procedures. Monitor implementation of human resource policies and procedures.

Documents disseminated and accessible as appropriate. 100% compliance with policies/procedures.

Fall 2009 2010-2011 school year




Human Resources

Goal 2: Cultivate a high-performing, professional culture. Strategy 1: Conduct all school endeavors consistent with the principles of professional learning communities. Tactic(s) Metric(s) Timeline(s) Encourage leadership participation at the school and district levels. Provide structures and opportunities for input into problem-solving. Promote a collaborative problem-solving process that requires rationale to support decisions. Recognize and celebrate the achievements of students and staff.

Percent of staff serving in leadership roles at school and district levels. Increase in problem-solving adequacy and optimal power equalization as measured in OH instrument. Increase in problem-solving adequacy and optimal power equalization as measured in OH instrument. Frequency and type of recognition opportunities at school and district levels.

Fall 2009 2008-2009 and annually thereafter 2008-2009 and annually thereafter 2008-2009 and annually thereafter


Board Governance Action Plan The District 205 Board of Education has the primary role to oversee and enhance governance integrity and to establish policy. Goal(s)

1. Ensure all Board policies are in regulatory compliance and reflect local practices. 2. Ensure effective governance through strategic and operational oversight.

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Board Governance Goal 1: Ensure all Board policies are in regulatory compliance and reflect local practices.Strategy 1: Review and update the Board policy manual. Tactic(s) Metric(s) Timeline(s) Utilize the services of IASB to ensure that all board policies: • meet all legal standards. • reflect best practice. • are in alignment with IASB policy

categories. Periodically review policies to ensure all board policies remain in compliance with legal standards and reflect the most current district beliefs.

Completion of policy manual update. Additions/revisions/deletions to policy manual.

April 2009. Quarterly review and as necessary.



Board Governance Goal 2: Ensure effective governance through strategic and operational oversight.

Strategy 1: Monitor the operations of the district to ensure organizational vision, mission, goals, and strategic outcomes are achieved. Tactic(s) Metric(s) Timeline(s) Review, discuss and approve the district annual budget. Evaluate all administrative recommendations against metrics for plan implementation specifics, feasibility, and fiscal responsibility/accountability. Evaluate all committee recommendations against metrics for plan implementation specifics, feasibility, and fiscal responsibility/accountability. Evaluate the effectiveness of initiatives and decisions on student achievement.

Adoption of tentative budget. Approval of recommendations that meet Board criteria. Approval of recommendations that meet Board criteria. Evidence of improvements in student achievement.

September 2009 and annually thereafter. Monthly. As necessary. Annually.




Board Governance

Goal 2: Ensure effective governance through strategic and operational oversight. Strategy 2: Utilize committee structures necessary to maximize strategic plan results. Tactic(s) Metric(s) Timeline(s) Review and appoint committee structures in conjunction with changes in Board structure and/or changes in policy and/or conditions. Identify opportunities for Board committees to advance the district’s performance.

Identification of standing and/or appointed committees. Written reports formulated to allow for a decision-making process. Determination regarding committee structures made.

May/June Annually As appropriate. December 2008.

Strategy 3: Enhance organizational success through professional development.Tactic(s) Metric(s) Timeline(s) Participate in professional growth activities to aid in understanding current issues affecting education, operations of the district, and legislative initiatives.

100% of Board members participate in a professional growth activity annually.

Annually.


Facilities Action Plan District 205 facilities will provide an equitable, robust infrastructure that is conductive

to learning and growing through both curricular and co-curricular activities

for all students throughout all schools in the distirct.

Goal(s)

1. Provide equitable space and resources among all schools for curricular and co-curricular use.

2. Assure safe and secure District 205 facilities.

3. Become a leader in the use of instructional, informational, and telecommunications technology

to promote 21st century student learning.

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Facilities

Goal 1: Provide equitable space and resources among all school for curricular and co-curricular use.

Strategy 1: Adapt instructional space to advance 21st century learning.

Tactic(s) Metric(s) Timeline(s)

Identify classroom furnishings, supplies, and

equipment standards.

Purchase and allocate standard furnishings,

supplies and equipment.

Identify standards for non-classroom

instructional space (i.e., labs, libraries,

gymnasiums).

Develop a plan and process to address gaps

between existing conditions and standards for

non-classroom instructional space.

Standards developed for EC-12 classrooms.

All classrooms meet the standard.

Standards developed.

Evidence of written plan/process.

February 2009

100% of classrooms will have standard

supplies and furnishings by August

2009

25% of classrooms will meet

equipment standards by August 2009







June 2009

Fall 2009



Facilities

Goal 1: Provide equitable space and resources among all school for curricular and co-curricular use.

Strategy 2: Provide equity in general building facilities.


Identify standards for non-intructional spaces

(i.e., common space, parking lots, playgrounds,

greenspace, sportfields).

Develop a plan and process to address gaps

between existing conditions and standards for

non-instructional space.

Modify the 10 year capital facilities plan to

include the standards.

Standards developed.

Evidence of written plan/process.

Capital facilities plan aligned to standards and

timelines.

June 2009

Fall 2009

Fall 2009



Facilities

Goal 2: Assure safe and secure District 205 facilities.

Strategy 1: Upgrade facilities to provide safe and secure environments.


Acquire and implement Raptor V-Soft system

for visitor identification.

Conduct a safety and security audit of all

buildings (i.e., school entrances, alarm and

surveillance systems).

Develop a plan and process to ensure secure

entries in all schools.

Allocate resources and implement plans to

ensure secure entries in all schools.

Develop a plan and process to ensure effective

alarm and surveillance systems in all schools.

Allocate resources and implement plans to

ensure effective alarm and surveillance systems

in all schools.

100% compliance

Findings presented in written report.

Evidence of a written plan.

Completion of all projects.

Evidence of a written plan.

Completion of all projects.

October 2008

Summer 2009

2009-2010 school year

2011-2012 school year.

2009-2010 school year

2010-2011 school year.

Strategy 2: Advance rigorous safety and security policies and procedures district-wide


Review and update school crisis plans.

Review and update technology-use related

policies and procedures.

Plan and implement a District 205 safety

education campaign.

Conduct required emergency drills (e.g., fire,

bus, tornado, evacuation) and non-required

drills (e.g., lockdown, crisis).

Submission of revised plans.

Written policies/procedures approved and

distributed.

Documentation of implementation.

Documentation of completed drills.

Annually by August 15

June 2009 and annually thereafter

October 2009

May 2009 and annually thereafter



Facilities

Goal 3: Become a leader in the use of instructional, informational, and telecommunications technology to promote 21st century

student learning.

Strategy 1: Ensure that technology is equitably accessible and properly supported.


Update, revise and submit the 3-year district

technology plan.

Align the 5-year Technology Deployment and

Refresh Plan to curriculum requirements,

enrollment projections, operational

requirements, and fiscal resources.

Define, implement and monitor technology

support performance indicators.

ISBE receipt and approval of plan.

Deployment schedule and budget allocation.

Indicators written, baseline data collected, and

data submitted regularly.

Submission date: February 2009.

Approval date: June 2009

June 2009 and annually thereafter.

December 2008 and quarterly

thereafter.



Facilities

Goal 3: Become a leader in the use of instructional, informational, and telecommunictions technology to promote 21st century

student learning.

Strategy 2: Provide a high-performing technology infrastructure to support learning and district operations.


Employ technologies and processes that are

School Interoperability Framework (SIF)

compliant.

Develop and implement a parent and staff

technology satisfaction survey.

Maintain network infrastructure performance,

capacity, and reliability.

Develop, test, and implement a District

Disaster Technology Recovery (DDTR) Plan.

Evidence of interoperability through SIF.

Written summary of survey results.

Less than 1% unplanned downtime.

Evidence of completed tests and corrective

actions.

25% of compliant software systems

will be linked annually (June 2009-12)

May 2009 and annually thereafter

Daily

June 2011 and annually thereafter