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MSD LAWRENCE TOWNSHIP

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MSD LAWRENCE TOWNSHIP I STRATEGIC PLAN 2020

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MSD LAWRENCE TOWNSHIP I STRATEGIC PLAN 2020

M S D L A W R E N C E T O W N S H I P

STRATEGIC PLAN 2020

VISION /Where we aspire to be

The district of destination where excellence empowers everyone to reach his/her potential.

MISSION /Our statement of purpose Through innovation and dedication, we educate all students through graduation.

CORE VALUES /Beliefs that guide our work and conduct

We believe that living these values builds a culture of cooperation, collaboration, and communication throughout the school community.

Achievement: We are committed to striving for excellence and maximizing performance and potential.

Integrity: We embrace our differences, treating everyone with dignity, honesty, and fairness. We are entrusted to be inclusive and transparent.

Service: We are servant leaders, listening and responding to the needs of the school community, while focusing on continuous improvement, measureable results, and stakeholder satisfaction.

TOGETHER, we are building the future for LAWRENCE TOWNSHIP STUDENTS

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In 2015, the Metropolitan School District of Lawrence Township began a strategic planning process to provide direction for the school district through the year 2020. More than 150 members of our community came together over the course of five months to provide input in nine focus areas, representing curricular, business, and operational aspects associated with serving almost 16,000 students and 2,500 employees. The resulting Strategic Commitments and Strategic Priorities underscore the district’s commitment to excellence.

STRATEGIC COMMITMENTS /By 2020, we will be the district of destination. Our goal is to advance every academic and operational area within Lawrence Township Schools. • Every student at every level in every neighborhood has access

to a quality school • Every student can find his/her passion and strength by encountering and

exploring innovative and rich opportunities • Every student is prepared for college or career upon graduation • Every student’s individuality is respected and celebrated • Every student is inspired to do his/her best and be

his/her best every day

STRATEGIC PRIORITIES • Accelerate Student Achievement • Enhance Student Experiences • Maximize Operational Efficiencies • Attract & Retain Talent

EXCELLENCE IS NOT BY CHANCE. IT REQUIRES A VISION AND A PLAN.

TOGETHER, we are building the future for LAWRENCE TOWNSHIP STUDENTS

6501 Sunnyside Road, Indianapolis, IN 46236www.LTschools.org 317-423-8200

Begin with the end in mind

Focus: Student AchievementGoal: Achieve highest level of

academic rigor

> Stretching all students academically, while developing problem solving and critical thinking skills and fostering creativity and innovation, prepares them for their post-graduation future.

Goal: Increase student engagement with technology

> Integrating technology into the curriculum prepares students to communicate, collaborate, create, and curate via technology.

ACCELERATE STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT

Focus: Student ServicesGoal: Enhance the System of Care

> Providing students with access to a comprehensive network of LT advisors and mentors in collaboration with community resources ensures the social and emotional wellness of every student.

Focus: Performing ArtsGoal: Provide comprehensive

Pre-kindergarten through 12th grade music program

> Connecting with students through creative expression provides an alternative identity that sustains and supports the arts and music as a valuable part of the community’s culture and existence.

Focus: Athletics & WellnessGoal: Sustain athletic excellence and

improve student wellness

> Creating competitive and developmental opportunities for students on the field and in the classroom fosters teamwork, leadership, and pride.

Focus: Public Relations & Communications

Goal: Increase awareness and build connections

> Supporting a comprehensive communication strategy focused on community outreach builds school/district awareness and promotes strategic partnerships.

ENHANCE STUDENT EXPERIENCES

Focus: OperationsGoal: Improve quality of services

cost effectively

> Maintaining a balanced operational budget through efficiencies, cost containment, and revenue opportunities ensures better response time and accuracy.

Focus: Information TechnologyGoal: Expand sustainable infrastructure

> Growing the technology infrastructure so that it is consistent with demand and innovation supports all business and learning functions.

Focus: Business & FinanceGoal: Maintain strong financial position

> Making fiscally responsible decisions regarding staffing, operations, and strategic partnerships enables timely investments for future growth and needs.

MAXIMIZE OPERATIONALEFFICIENCIES

ATTRACT & RETAIN TALENTFocus: Human ResourcesGoal: Recruit, Reward, Retain

> Delivering excellence every day requires a culture that attracts and retains the highest caliber staff for all positions.

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