Strategic Plan

INNOVATION — We inspire creativity, curiosity, and critical thinking through dynamic, future-focused global learning experiences.
We demonstrate this value by

1. Implementing career readiness skills through learning experiences both within and beyond the classroom.
2. Creating flexible learning opportunities through a variety of interactive technologies.
3. Activating students’ passions to identify global problems and collectively create solutions.
4. Offering unique, enriching, and future-focused educational experiences at every level.
5. Creating opportunities for critical thinking and higher-ordered problem solving to support academic confidence and risk-taking.

INTEGRITY — We act with respect and honesty to ensure transparency, equity, and accountability in all we do.
We demonstrate this value by

1. Implementing consistent practices, policies, and procedures across the district.
2. Equitable representation of all stakeholders in a transparent decision-making process.
3. Inspiring shared responsibility for the protection of district resources.
4. Acting on the belief that every student and employee comes with funds of knowledge (assets, valuable experiences).
5. Demonstrating transparency in all financial matters.
6. Communicating with respect and honesty.

DIVERSITY — We champion the inclusion of all individuals by nurturing and celebrating their unique gifts and different points of view.
We demonstrate this value by

1. Differentiating our curriculum to reflect students’ experiences and interests and engaging them in issues relevant to their lives.
2. Providing multiple cultural opportunities to engage students in learning about a variety of cultures and traditions that differ from their own.
3. Enhancing shared decision-making that embraces different perspectives, beliefs, and experiences.
4. Building trust and a safe space for families to engage in student-led activities that demonstrate learning.
5. Ensuring that all students have meaningful access to instruction through technology.

CARING COMMUNITY — We cultivate relationships and a sense of belonging within our diverse community by embracing empathy and shared decision-making.
We demonstrate this value by

1. Listening to and valuing the voices of all stakeholders.
2. Identifying and responding to the needs within our diverse community.
3. Building a culture of trust where learners can grow and flourish in supportive environments.
4. Connecting with stakeholders through open lines of communication and providing meaningful opportunities for participation and collaboration.
5. Celebrating diversity and fostering an awareness of implicit bias to ensure understanding and respect for varying perspectives.

EXCELLENCE — We foster excellence through rigorous, relevant, and diverse educational experiences to develop the full potential of all learners.

INNOVATION — We inspire creativity, curiosity, and critical thinking through dynamic, future-focused global learning experiences.

INTEGRITY — We act with respect and honesty to ensure transparency, equity, and accountability in all we do.

DIVERSITY — We champion the inclusion of all individuals by nurturing and celebrating their unique gifts and different points of view.

CARING COMMUNITY — We cultivate relationships and a sense of belonging within our diverse community by embracing empathy and shared decision-making.

Social and Emotional Well-Being — We establish a culture and climate for students, families, and staff that supports and nurtures relationships, self-awareness, inclusion, and resilience.
We are committed to

1. Ensuring a safe and secure learning environment that fosters a sense of belonging for all members of the school community.
2. Implementing evidence-based social and emotional learning practices and experiences for all students, staff, and families.
3. Nurturing the holistic well-being of students and staff with equity, dignity, clarity, and respect.
4. Implementing a family engagement framework to build supportive partnerships across the community.

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion — We establish an equity framework for decision-making that results in high-quality learning experiences, promotes integration and diversity, and affirms cultural backgrounds and belief systems for all stakeholders.
We are committed to

1. Equity Focused Culture of Leadership – All staff develop and engage in leadership skills and practices that focus on the needs of each student.
2. Culture of Inclusion –
   Students and Families: Ensuring that student and family assets (cultural backgrounds and belief systems) are integrated into teaching and learning experiences. Promoting the rich diversity of our TUSD community through recognitions, events, and celebrations.
   Staff: Create safe spaces for inclusive practices in the decision-making process by ensuring diverse stakeholder representation.
3. Educational Equity – Strengthening and improve educational programs and support services to create high quality educational experiences that attract, welcome, nurture, and retain diverse student and staff populations.
4. Cultural Competence – Promoting diverse teaching pedagogy, curriculum materials, student support services that reflect our TUSD community.
5. Interrupting Policies and Practices of Exclusion – Continuously identify, analyze, and review policies/practices for revision to better support “the whole child."
6. Data Equity – Utilize a data equity approach to drive system decisions and school improvements.

Professional Growth — We promote a unified culture of relevant professional growth where everyone has the opportunity to be a leader, designer, contributor, and learner.
We are committed to

1. Providing high-quality professional learning on future-focused and problem-based learning that is relevant for all grade levels and subject areas.
2. Implementing differentiated professional learning opportunities that are student-centered and driven by the needs of and input from district staff.
3. Providing effective professional learning and career advancement opportunities aligned to each employee’s professional goals.
4. Building the capacity of internal professional learning providers to deliver innovative, ongoing, and applied professional growth opportunities.

Community Strength — We build meaningful relationships with new and existing partners to provide innovative opportunities for our students, staff, and district community.
We are committed to

1. Establishing annual school partnerships with businesses, colleges/universities, health entities, military branches, and/or non-profit organizations.
2. Providing district funding and support for a school community liaison for each site.
3. Providing real-world opportunities for students that strengthen our community through mentorship, externships, internships, and school and classroom projects.
4. Creating school-based service-learning activities that foster the growth of positive community-based relationships and partnerships.

Optimized Resources — We provide and utilize resources to advance our vision, mission, and strategic goals.
We are committed to

1. Building district and site budgets collaboratively, transparently, and in alignment with the district’s strategic goals.
2. Investing and providing training to recruit, develop and retain highly effective staff.
3. Educating all district departments and school site stakeholders on financial processes and options that support district goals and commitments.
4. Developing relationships to pursue community partnerships and funding opportunities.
5. Strengthening recruitment and retention efforts to minimize vacancies and reduce time to hire.
6. Measuring effectiveness of financial investment in major areas of the district budget.
7. Sustaining and increasing enrollment in the district.