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Board begins rewrite of strategic plan, debates mission wording, timeline and community input
Summary
Board members began a workshop to refresh the district strategic plan (current 'Ready 2026' ends in June). Presenters proposed a July rollout and recommended community input and a steering committee; board members debated mission wording, plan length (2–4 years), KPIs and adding community representation to selection/steering groups.
Manatee County School Board members held an extended workshop on drafting the district's next strategic plan and provided feedback on priorities, mission and timeline.
Kevin Chapman (Speaker 10) opened the presentation with a history of past plans and a proposed schedule to finalize a new plan by July so it can be launched over the summer. Chapman said the current four‑year plan, known as "Ready 2026," was designed to prepare the district for growth and that this process will form a steering committee of district staff, community and business leaders to shape the new plan.
Omar Edwards (Speaker 11) framed…
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