Planning Calendar Summary

Planning Calendar Content in Context How do you correctly sequence your important work over the course of the year? Planning Calendar Planning Calendar Summary

What Is the Planning Calendar? The Planning Calendar is a tool that lists sample HR /HC activities by month to to keep the department on track in its work toward improving teacher and principal quality This tool features: Alignment to ABC Tool metrics and benchmarks Key activities for each month organized by key function Recommended owners to maintain accountability Planning Calendar Summary

Overview of the Planning Calendar Structure of the Tool Strategic work by: Month Key activity Owners Position type Planning Calendar Summary

Why Is This Important? Planning Calendar Planning may not come naturally for most of us, but it’s essential Focuses the team on the most important work Helps allocate limited resources – time, money, staff Exposes implementation obstacles Allows for better coordination of activities across departments Leads to greater accountability and results Planning Calendar Summary

Keep in Mind Things to Remember Layout timelines and key milestones for leadership team at the start of the year Establish a monthly “check-in” to review key activities Communicate milestones to internal teams Consider what needs to be communicated to external stakeholders like principals, principal supervisors, and employees Identify any new work or initiatives well in advance and incorporate them into your plan Planning Calendar Summary

Making Connections Related Content HR Planning Document and Sample Plan Provides a process for HR/HC strategic planning focused on the unique needs of each district, along with a sample plan HR Annual Planner Lists sample activities by month to provide a planning guide for HR/HC divisions to keep the department on track for outcomes Key Levers for Accelerated HR Improvement Tool Provides a process to understand key HR work required to make progress Planning Calendar Summary