School division unveils measurable five‑year strategic plan, emphasizing 'adapt, lead, and succeed'

Mecklenburg County Public Schools leaders presented a refreshed strategic plan they said is designed for yearly review and measurable outcomes, with an internal launch planned the day after the board meeting.

Doctor Carraway (staff member) told the board the division’s mission and vision were revised and summarized the plan’s slogan, saying the division will focus on “adapt, lead, and succeed.” She outlined four “cardinal directions” that will guide work: academic achievement; safe, inclusive and supportive schools; high‑quality staff; and community engagement. Carraway said stakeholders including parents and staff already participated in reviews and that the plan will be posted divisionwide for further feedback.

Doctor Warner, the superintendent, told the board the intent is to treat the strategic plan as an actionable document, not a shelf document, and to measure progress each year. He said the plan includes targets such as increases in pay that the county budget process has begun to address. The board did not vote on the plan at this meeting; staff presented the plan for review and indicated they will report annually on measurable outcomes and any necessary adjustments.

Carraway’s presentation named members of the core strategic‑planning team and noted the plan will be launched divisionwide the next day for additional stakeholder input. Staff described the plan as a living document with annual check points, not a static five‑year document.

Board members were invited to review the document on board portals and to submit questions to the strategic planning team.