Strategic Plan
Mission and Vision
Mission
Together, we empower Elma Eagles to reach new heights, fostering a culture of excellence, belonging, and lifelong learning in our community.
Vision
The Elma School District envisions a future where every Elma Eagle takes flight, equipped with the knowledge, skills, and resilience to navigate their unique journeys, contribute meaningfully to their communities, and embrace opportunities that await.
Portrait of an Elma Eagle
Empowering all students for success means more than academic achievement.
Groups of parents, community leaders, local business owners, educators, and students have established a set of attributes that define a unified, collective vision for Elma youth.
Together, we will prepare all Elma students for success now and in life after graduation.
Elma Eagle
Social and Emotional Learning
All students find meaning and purpose behind their education.
We value the holistic development of our Elma Eagles, fostering their social and emotional well-being as they explore their passions. We will nurture resilient, engaged learners by integrating social and emotional learning into the fabric of our educational environment, promoting a positive and inclusive climate, and providing targeted support services. Measurement indicators may include social-emotional assessments, student surveys on well-being, and disciplinary incident reports.
Our goal is to improve student sense of belonging and value of education to over 40% district-wide by June 2024.
- Step 1 - Connect educational programs to students' post-secondary and life goals.
- Step 2 - Use Mastery-Based Learning to begin integrating learning opportunities to meet individual student learning goals.
- Step 3 - Identify student learning interests and increase programming options for students.
Student Perception Survey Findings
| Topic | Percent Favorable | Compared to Others Nationally |
|---|---|---|
| Valuing of School | 67% | 60-79th percentile |
| School Safety | 66% | 60-79th percentile |
| Sense of Belonging | 57% | 40-59th percentile |
| Topic | Percent Favorable | Compared to Others Nationally |
|---|---|---|
| School Safety | 64% | 60-79th percentile |
| Valuing of School | 39% | 0-19th percentile |
| Sense of Belonging | 32% | 0-19th percentile |
Early Learning
All students enter Kindergarten ready.
We are dedicated to ensuring that every Elma Eagle takes off on their educational journey with a strong foundation. Through comprehensive early learning programs, family engagement initiatives, and community partnerships, we will equip our students with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in kindergarten and beyond. Measurement indicators may include developmental screenings, kindergarten readiness assessments, and parent satisfaction surveys.
Our goal is to improve Kindergarten Readiness Rate from 35% to over 50% by the 2024 WA Kids Assessment.
- Step 1 - Identify 'Kindergarten Readiness' standards
- Step 2 - Break standards down into student-centered format
- Step 3 - Build partnerships with Early Learning Partners and Families
- Step 4 - Provide support to Early Learning Partners and Families in meeting Kindergarten Readiness standards.
Elma Early Learning Eagles
Mastery-Based Learning
All students to grade level – all students will make one year's growth in one year's time.
We aim for every Elma Eagle to reach new heights and achieve grade-level proficiency in all grade level/subject standards. By implementing personalized and mastery-based learning approaches, we will tailor instruction to meet individual student needs, provide ongoing feedback, and offer targeted interventions when necessary. Measurement indicators may include regular formative assessments through Empower, standardized tests, and progress monitoring data through iReady.
Our goal is that all students will make a minimum of one-year academic growth across all grade levels from prior year assessments; the percentage of students to standards must remain consistent with the previous year.
- Step 1 - Identity academic standards students must meet each year.
- Step 2 - Ensure alignment of student learning activities to academic standards.
- Step 3 - Vertically align standards across grade levels.
- Step 4 - Integrate academic standards across content areas to provide holistic support.
Career and College Readiness
All students graduate career, college, and life ready.
We strive to empower every Elma Eagle to navigate their post-graduation path confidently, whether pursuing a career or further education. We will ensure our students are well-prepared for success beyond high school through rigorous academic programs, career exploration opportunities, and comprehensive guidance and counseling services. Measurement indicators could include graduation, post-secondary enrollment, career pathway participation, and alumni success stories.
Our goal is to improve post-secondary going rate from 33% to 40% by Spring 2024.
- Step 1 - Identify student post-secondary pathways.
- Step 2 - Build post-secondary dual credit articulations aligned to student pathways.
- Step 3 - All students will earn a minimum of twelve dual credits aligned to a post-secondary pathway.
- Step 4 - Remove extrinsic barriers to students post-secondary transition plans; FAFSA, Applications, etc.
College and Career Readiness Projects
- Arizona State University partnership
- "On the Spot" admission
- FASFA filing in school
- Launch of advisory group
- Accreditation of Alternative School
- Launch of registered apprenticeship
- Expansion of Career Pathways – NAC, Forestry
Mastery-Based Learning Tenants in the Career Pathways
- Students have multiple opportunities and ways to learn specific content and demonstrate proficiency/mastery.
- Development of student agency is a central focus in addition to proficiency with academic content.
- Every student can succeed given the right educational experiences and support when they need it.
College and Career Readiness Assessment
| Indicator of College Readiness | % of Students |
|---|---|
| Dual Credit ELA or Math | 29.83% |
| GPA of 2.8 or higher | 48.62% |
| Completed Algebra II or higher | 36.36% |
| Graduates meeting the requirements to be accepted into a 4-year institution | 25.7% |
| Indicators of Career Readiness | % of Students |
|---|---|
| Freshman Attendance | 51.93% |
| 2+ Activities | 25.97% |
| CTE Dual Credit Course | 71.27% |
| Graduates who have met the requirements for introductory employment | 66.23% |
Universally-Designed Learning
Instruction designed to meet students where they are at.
We embrace the power of universally designed learning, ensuring that each Elma Eagle receives the personalized support they need to reach their full potential. Through differentiated instruction, assistive technologies, and inclusive practices, we will meet students where they are and guide them toward their individual learning goals. Measurement indicators could include evidence of differentiated instruction strategies, student growth data, and success in meeting personalized targets.
Our goal is to increase the time students on IEPs receive services inside their general education classrooms from 5% to 15% by 2024.
- Step 1 - Identify types of learning supports needed by students.
- Step 2 - Provide scaffolding supports to academic teachers in supporting students in General Education Classrooms.
- Step 3 - Restructure special education teacher time from working with students to working with students and teachers to provide supports for students.