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Superintendent presents five-point six-month plan and summarizes ~1,000‑response community survey as state technical assistance begins
Summary
Superintendent Dr. Avery outlined a six‑month strategy focused on funding accountability, leadership support, special education, transparency and academic growth and shared results from a district community survey that drew roughly 1,000 responses.
Superintendent Dr. Avery used his Feb. 10 report to present a six‑month set of priorities and to share results from a district community survey taken over two weeks. The survey attracted roughly 1,000 respondents, the superintendent said, and a summary was placed in the board portal.
The plan centers on five priorities: securing adequate funding and improving financial accountability; enhancing teacher and principal support; strengthening special education services; promoting transparency and community engagement; and improving academic achievement and student growth. "I'm here, looking to get our 20 25, 26 calendar approved...we were working in a collaborative process," Avery said while describing the district's efforts and the need for focused work in the coming months.
Why it matters: Avery told board members the state will provide technical assistance and training, and he asked the board to focus district staff efforts on the five areas to produce measurable progress during the state’s assistance window. He said the district will use the survey and a recent University of Arizona review of special education practices to inform changes.
Key details: The superintendent said the survey included demographic breakdowns and a word cloud summary; staff provided a three‑page highlights document and a PowerPoint in the meeting packet. Dr. Avery said the district received community input that was mixed—some supportive, some skeptical—and that clear communication and targeted actions could win broader support.
Board response: Several board members praised the clarity of the five priorities and urged advocacy for state funding. One member referenced recent legislative outreach to seek increased funding and encouraged turnout to testify at a Feb. 20 public hearing in Hartford on the governor's proposed budget.
Ending: Avery said he will circulate the University of Arizona special-education report to the board and asked members to share additional input. He framed the six‑month plan as a precursor to a longer strategic plan for the next administration.
