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Have you downloaded WSSDA 2014? Search for the app in iTunes or Google Play Store and join the conversation. WELCOME. 1.Tap Agenda 2.Locate this session in the agenda 3.Tap Check In
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A PRACTICAL APPROACH TO STRATEGIC PLANNING Mitch Everton Friday, November 21 2:15-3:15
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3 Session Agenda Why do I need a Plan? Challenges to effective planning A practical approach Questions
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4 Why Do I Need a Plan? Clarity of purpose
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5 Why Do I Need a Plan? Clarity of purpose An effective Roadmap
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6 Why Do I Need a Plan? Clarity of purpose An effective Roadmap Enhanced stakeholder communication
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7 Planning Challenges Operational constraints & distractions
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8 Planning Challenges Operational constraints & distractions Effective stakeholder input
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9 Planning Challenges Operational constraints & distractions Effective stakeholder input A usable, concise document; accountability
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10 Planning Challenges Operational constraints & distractions Effective stakeholder input A usable, concise document; accountability An affordable process
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11 A Practical Approach Minimize impact on leadership team Bottom-up focus group input that is advisory A concise plan Integrated into governance structure A key element of superintendent’s evaluation
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12 A Practical Approach Identify key Plan elements with Focus Groups Compile data into a usable format Produce a draft Plan for Sup/Board Review Work with Board to develop Mission & Goals Task Leadership: Strategies & an Action Plan
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13 Process District commits to a Plan Key stakeholder groups identified Focus group sessions conducted Responses compiled for Sup/Board review Mini-retreat held to formulate Mission/Goals
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14 Focus Group Agenda District purpose: “We are preparing our students for ______________.” SWOT analysis Purpose elements Goal definition Related strategies Key take-aways
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15 Focus Group Format A reasonable size: 12-18 participants Effective scheduling Effective outreach Board member participation Superintendent involvement
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16 Making Sense of the Data Responses tracked using Excel spreadsheets Ranked by frequency of response Executive summary, with sheets, to Sup Sup review, edit and Board distribution
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17 Definition of Plan Elements Define key elements from focus group data Board/Superintendent review/retreat meeting Identify key elements: composite and by sub-group Validate & prioritize
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18 Mission, Vision & Goals Develop/validate vision, mission & goals Utilize focus group data appropriately Distill to direct, concise statements: one page Common voice & logical flow Goals vs evidence-based foundational principles
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19 Plan Adoption An Iterative & Inclusive Process Initial plan draft Board review, comment, and edits Iterative changes Board approval Tasking of strategies & action planning to district leadership
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20 Strategies & Action Plans Committee formation around goal & principle statements Three-year strategies One-year detailed action plan: timeframes & deliverables Year 2 and 3 action plan elements: future development
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21 Comprehensive Plan Adoption Board review & approval of final plan Incorporating mission, vision, & goals Supported by strategies & action plans With a defined roll-out process through PR support, press releases, etc. Evidence-based review through Board meeting schedule
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22 Summary A Practical Approach Extensive engagement of stakeholders Achievable within reasonable timeframes At reasonable cost With tangible, ongoing benefits
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