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District presents strategic‑plan update emphasizing postsecondary credits and career credentials
Summary
District staff updated the board on strategic goals to boost postsecondary credit attainment and industry credentials, outlined partner alignment with colleges and NWTC, and described advising, needs‑assessment tools and tactics to increase access for students of color and economically disadvantaged students.
District staff presented a strategic‑planning update on May 11 focused on increasing postsecondary credit attainment and industry credentials for students.
David Johns framed the update around two district goals tied to early‑childhood literacy, attendance and belonging, and emphasized disaggregated data to ensure 'all of our kids are winning.' Dr. Eric Khan and other staff explained that acceptance of IB and AP credits varies by college, that NWTC and local partners accept some IB credits and that the district works with partners to align courses and credentials. Presenters cited platform usability and counselor advising practices as factors in program selection and student access.
Board members pressed on program value, enrollment thresholds for capstone and technical programs, teacher qualifications and licensure constraints; staff said they rely on partner alignment, ongoing review and a needs‑assessment toolkit for schools. Jeanette asked about equitable participation; staff described outreach, scheduling practices (defaulting away from study hall) and earlier interventions to keep students on track so they can access programs in high school.
Presenters said they provided schools with a needs‑assessment toolkit and real‑time data visualizations to inform annual goals and alignment with the strategic plan; schools will set micro‑level targets while the district provides supports and partner connections.
