District lays out 2026–2029 achievement and integration goals targeting graduation, literacy and workforce diversity
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Summary
Administration presented four ANI goals aiming to raise graduation rates to 85% for identified student groups by 2029, reach 50% third‑grade reading proficiency for targeted students, expand dual‑enrollment from 11% to 25%, and increase teachers of color from 8.5% to 9.5% by May 2029.
At the Feb. 18 meeting, the administration presented the St. Cloud Area School District’s 2026–2029 Achievement and Integration (ANI) plan goals, strategies and multi‑district collaboration efforts.
Goals and metrics: The district identified three primary outcome goals to reach by May 2029: 1) increase graduation rates for students who identify as Black, Hispanic, American Indian or two or more races to 85%; 2) boost third‑grade MCA reading proficiency for targeted student groups to 50% and increase representation in dual‑enrollment (AP, PSEO and similar programs) from 11% to 25%; and 3) grow the share of teachers of color from 8.5% to 9.5% through targeted recruitment and retention efforts. The presentation outlined strategies including expanded early intervention, credit recovery during the day, family access/liaison supports, educational outreach coordinators, MDCC collaboration and affinity/retention spaces for staff.
Why it matters: The plan ties into district strategic goals around integration, equitable opportunity, and postsecondary pathways. Administration emphasized that the plan is not isolated but integrated with other district initiatives including early childhood and targeted student supports.
Quote: “The key purpose and objectives of our ANI plan is really to pursue integration, increase achievement, create equitable opportunities,” presenter Ayan Omar said while summarizing the approach and multi‑district collaboration elements.
Next steps: The district will continue partnership work with neighboring districts via the MDCC and pursue the strategies described; the March 11 meeting will include approval of the 2026–2029 ANI goals on the agenda for board action.