Boerne ISD Strategic Plan 2018-22
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Vision Statement
Our community will engage students and adults in a challenging educational environment that inspires creativity and enriches lives for today's realities and tomorrow's possibilities.
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Mission of BISD
The Boerne Independent School District engages, inspires, and enriches our community through innovative learning experiences.
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BISD Believes
All students have talents and gifts and deserve the highest quality education
All students should have opportunities to achieve high levels of success
Children matter to the community and should experience a sense of belonging
Children grow best with family and community nurturing
All students must be post-high school ready to enter the workforce and/or higher education
In educating the whole child by addressing not only academics but social/emotional needs
Education is a partnership involving students, families, community, and the district
In fostering an atmosphere of open communication
In a culture of collaboration and respect of all stakeholders
In the importance of community partnerships
Our staff is student-centered and dedicated to excellence
Continuous development of staff is essential to student success
In attracting and retaining the highest quality staff
In being good stewards of the taxpayers’ dollars
In providing safe and secure schools for students and staff
STUDENT SUCCESS GOALS
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Objectives
1 - Build a framework for professional development and a support system for all BISD faculty and staff2 - Transform student learning by intentionally teaching the life skills that promote the long-term development and success of all students -
Strategies
1.1 - Construct a professional development plan1.2 - Develop and implement a system of on-going support2.1 - Create a culture that values the process of learning2.2 - Provide opportunities for students to practice the skills they are learning in a real-life environment -
Action Plans
1.1.1 - Provide an engaging professional development system that is personalized, purposeful, and maximizes all staff’s individual contributions to increase student success.1.2.1 - Create and maintain a comprehensive support system for all BISD staff that is relevant to individual roles and personal growth, and that supports student success.2.1.1 - Develop systems and policies that support student learning.2.1.2 - Add professional supports for educators to implement practices that create a culture that values the process of learning.2.2.1 - Develop BISD policies that leverage student engagement in existing and new program opportunities.2.2.2 - Develop and promote opportunities for students to practice and obtain skills in real life situations.
CUSTOMER SERVICE GOALS
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Objectives
3 - Every BISD member will take ownership in providing and creating a welcoming, compassionate environment
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Strategies
3.1 - Integrate opportunities to build trusting relationships among students, staff, families, and community members3.2 - Develop core expectations or practice for customer service delivery throughout BISD -
Action Plans
3.1.1 - Establish a unified and consistent customer service culture for building positive relationships with all stakeholders by developing and implementing a communication structure that is transparent, timely, responsive, and informative.3.2.1 - Establish a uniform communication plan between community, district, campuses, classrooms and families.3.2.2 - Develop and implement mentoring, training, and support programs for employees and families to establish consistent, welcoming, transparent customer service throughout BISD.
Human Capital Goals
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Objectives
4 - Create a comprehensive career pathway development plan characterized by an innovative, flexible and collaborative staff of connected lifelong learners
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Strategies
4.1 - Utilize all available data to drive decision making and planning to support employee needs4.2 Attract and retain talent according to a holistic profile of a BISD educator -
Action Plans
4.1.1 - Create and implement training and support for new and existing staff to support employee growth and needs for greater student success.4.1.2 - Collect, analyze, publish and respond to an ongoing collection of decision-making data.4.2.1 - Review, develop, and implement a robust benefits package that will attract and benefit all BISD staff members.4.2.2 - Develop a career mentoring program that includes all BISD leader involvement working towards promoting positive leadership strategies and career advancement pathways.
Fiscal responsibility Goals
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Objectives
5 - Implement all operational efficiencies to enable BISD to offer all desired innovative programs which prepare students for a successful future
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Strategies
5.1 - Evaluate the effectiveness of programs and systems to ensure we are achieving our mission5.2 - Educate all stakeholders regarding their vital role in the financial management of our district -
Action Plans
5.1.1 - Identify and prioritize district programs and systems for evaluation based on district mission and annual goals.5.1.2 - Design and implement an evaluation matrix to assess district programs and systems.5.2.1 - Construct a communications pathway to educate our BISD stakeholders with transparent financial information.
