Lee Public Schools
Strategic Action Plan 2017-2019
Mission Statement The mission of the Lee Public Schools is to ensure students have the opportunities to develop the social, civil, and critical thinking skills to thrive in an ever-changing world.
Guiding Beliefs We believe …. * The good of our students is at the center of every decision. * The education of our students is a shared priority and responsibility of the school, community and family. * Given the opportunity, every student can reach his or her full potential. * Successes and mistakes are part of the learning process. * Programs, services, and facilities should be of the highest quality and be responsive the changing needs of our local and global communities. * High quality professional development is essential for improving educational practice and maximizing student achievement. * Every member of the school, community, and family deserves to be treated with respect and courtesy. * Reasonable rules of behavior are necessary for the development of self-discipline and personal responsibility. * In a safe, supportive, organized, and equitable environment. * The use of technology supports and enhances teaching and learning. * In promoting broad-based communication and school-family-community partnerships. * In maximizing the available resources to meet the mission statement. * In a standard of excellence throughout the district in all endeavors.
Vision Statement We are united in the belief that our ethical, societal, and fiscal responsibilities are to provide outstanding educational opportunities and facilities. In an atmosphere of respect, compassion, and support, students will reach deeply within themselves to engage in and be responsible for their learning. We are committed to effective and innovative teaching that promotes critical and creative thinking. We will foster collaborative partnerships and maximize community resources to expand options for all students. Ultimately, our graduates will set and meet goals, make healthy and responsible choices, and embrace diversity in order to live with a sense of purpose and readily face the challenges of the future.
Lee Public Schools: Strategic Action Plan -CURRICULUMCurriculum: To provide an enriched, diverse, and relevant curriculum that meets the needs of all students. Strategic Goal: 1.1 Identify and fill gaps in curriculum offerings. Action Steps
Person(s) Responsible
Timeline
Indicators of Accomplishment
Status
Projected Expenses and Funding Sources
Revise current survey(s) to be given to High School students soliciting feedback on where they see gaps in the High School curriculum. Have students complete surveys in school and provide an exit interview process Compile survey results into a report to be shared with department heads and administrators Departments work to identify gaps in the curriculum using survey results
Guidance
Ongoing
Completed survey
No Action
None
Guidance
Ongoing
Survey administered
No Action
Guidance
Ongoing
Report submitted
No Action
Postage if mailing is sent home None
Department Heads
Ongoing
No Action
Create a proposal to fill the gaps that have been identified
Department Heads
Ongoing
Report of gaps submitted to building administrators Proposal submitted annually
Address identified curriculum gaps in School Improvement Plans (SIP) Develop an ELA program at the Elementary School
School Councils
Annually
No Action
Principal Consultants Department Heads Teachers
By June 2018
SIPS with gaps addressed Outline of curriculum at each level with Model Curriculum Units (MCSs) added where Mass State Frameworks is needed
No Action
In progress at LES; pilot of MCU with protocol of unit preparation and analysis of success
PD time provided for departments to meet together None unless new curriculum needs to be written None Consultation and material costs from curriculum coordination and subject lines
Note: Acknowledge the survey process, tools, recipients, and intended outcomes vary between the two schools.
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Lee Public Schools: Strategic Action Plan -CURRICULUMCurriculum: to provide an enriched, diverse, and relevant curriculum that meets the needs of all students. Strategic Goal: 1.2 Identify and implement curriculum needs for students in transition from grade 6 to grade 7. Action Steps
Person(s) Responsible
Timeline
Establish a transition committee consisting of teachers from grades 6 and 7
District Cabinet
September 2015
Review and revise curriculum in grades 6 and 7 relative to meeting common core standards
Transition Committee District Cabinet
Analyze achievement data in grades 6 and 7 to identify strengths and gaps in the transition Recommendation made to close identified gaps in the curriculum
Indicators of Accomplishment Committee created
Status
Projected Expenses and Funding Sources
Completed
None
Ongoing
No Action
None
Transition Committee District Cabinet
Ongoing
No Action
None
Transition Committee District Cabinet
Ongoing
No Action
None
Strengths and gaps of students identified
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Lee Public Schools: Strategic Action Plan -CURRICULUMCurriculum: To provide an enriched, diverse, and relevant curriculum that meets the needs of all students. Strategic Goal: 1.3 Plan for enriched and innovative offerings. Action Steps
Evaluate current half-year elective offerings and determine whether or not they should be continued
Person(s) Responsible Department Heads Principals Guidance
Timeline
Ongoing
Indicators of Accomplishment Suggestions and Recommendations documented and shared with appropriate people
Status
Ongoing
Projected Expenses and Funding Sources None
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Lee Public Schools: Strategic Action Plan -CURRICULUMCurriculum: to provide an enriched, diverse, and relevant curriculum that meets the needs of all students. Strategic Goal: 1.4 Develop and implement a district-wide curriculum review and update process. Action Steps
Review all reports, prioritize what gaps need to be filled and determine how needs can be addressed
Person(s) Responsible Department Heads Cabinet
Timeline
Ongoing
Indicators of Accomplishment Plan in place to fill gaps in the curriculum
Status
Projected Expenses and Funding Sources
Both ongoing Possible stipends for writing curriculum
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Lee Public Schools: Strategic Action Plan -CURRICULUMCurriculum: To provide an enriched, diverse, and relevant curriculum that meets the needs of all students. Strategic Goal: 1.5 Ensure technology is integrated into the curriculum. Action Steps
Make tech support personnel available during all teaching periods to assist with the set-up, use, and trouble-shooting of technology resources Provide reliable internet access, sufficient lab facilities and access to web resources that are educationally relevant Ideas shared between teachers and departments about ways technology is being integrated into classrooms
Develop a multi-year model to review and revise curriculum.
Person(s) Responsible
Timeline
Indicators of Accomplishment
Status
Projected Expenses and Funding Sources Position created and/or current staff made available Possible stipends for trainers
Tech and Building Administrators Building Principals Superintendent Tech Subcommittee Department Heads Tech Subcommittee
Ongoing
Support person in place
Both Ongoing
Ongoing
Trainings scheduled and publicized
Both Ongoing
Ongoing
Both Ongoing
None
Cabinet/Dept. Heads
Ongoing
Document created with ideas and best practices regarding technology in the classroom – made available to all teachers Model created and implemented
Math completed Science completed
None
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Lee Public Schools: Strategic Action Plan -TEACHING AND LEARNING Teaching and Learning: To maximize student achievement by utilizing effective teaching that challenges and meets the needs of all learners. Strategic Goal: 2.1 Ensure that time and resources are available for high quality professional development that reflects the needs of the district and the staff and meets the requirements of federal mandates. Action Steps
Person(s) Responsible
Timeline
Indicators of Accomplishment
Status
Projected Expenses and Funding Sources
Topics of P.D. offerings are established each year with input from teachers, staff, and other districts as well as state and federal mandates
Cabinet Department Heads Southern Berkshire Superintendents
Ongoing
Schedule of offerings
Ongoing
Participate in county-wide P.D. for special subjects
County Principals Directors Superintendents
Ongoing
Schedule of offerings each year
Ongoing
$3,000.00
Develop a Professional Development (P.D.) calendar with common P.D. dates among the six Southern Berkshire districts
Southern Berkshire Superintendents Cabinet Teachers
Ongoing
Schedule of offerings
Ongoing
TBA
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Lee Public Schools: Strategic Action Plan -TEACHING AND LEARNINGTeaching and Learning: To maximize student achievement by utilizing effective teaching that challenges and meets the needs of all learners. Strategic Goal: 2.2 Use Student Data to Drive Decision Making in the Areas of Curriculum and Instruction. Action Steps
Person(s) Responsible
Timeline
Indicators of Accomplishment
Status
Projected Expenses and Funding Sources
Use scientific-based data to drive instruction
Principals Directors Team Leaders Staff
Ongoing
Evidence of data analysis
Ongoing
Calculated each year as part of the budget process
Maintain the process of using data driven instruction and curriculum in K-6, ELA, Math and RTI
Elementary Principal and Staff
Ongoing
Physical list compiled, teacher supervision/evaluation
Ongoing
No cost
Ensure that all teachers are using data to drive their classroom instruction
Principals Staff
Ongoing
Compiled list, teacher supervision/evaluation
Ongoing
No cost
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Lee Public Schools: Strategic Action Plan -TEACHING AND LEARNINGTeaching and Learning: To maximize student achievement by utilizing effective teaching that challenges and meets the needs of all learners. Strategic Goal: 2.3 Provide challenging educational PreK-12 programs with instructional resources that meet individual needs. Action Steps
Person(s) Responsible
Timeline
Indicators of Accomplishment
Status
Review and revise 7-12 program of studies each year, and PreK-6 on a five-year plan
Principals Department Heads SPED Director
Annually
Completed program of studies
Ongoing
Develop study groups with department heads as chairs which will research additional instructional resources available for interventions and extensions (challenge) in all content areas
Cabinet Department Heads
Ongoing
Additional resources are developed and published
Ongoing
Projected Expenses and Funding Sources
No cost for study group time. Material purchases come out of budgeted subject supply lines.
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Lee Public Schools: Strategic Action Plan -TEACHING AND LEARNINGTeaching and Learning: To maximize student achievement by utilizing effective teaching that challenges and meets the needs of all learners. Strategic Goal: 2.4 Increase student achievement in all grades. Action Steps
Ensure that the curriculum in all areas follows the Massachusetts State Standards by having updated pacing guides/curriculum maps
Person(s) Responsible Cabinet Department Heads Teachers
Timeline
Indicators of Accomplishment
Ongoing
Updated pacing guides and curriculum maps
Status
Projected Expenses and Funding Sources
Updated pacing guides were only possible for Math and Science (other subjects didn’t exist) Math done LES. LMHS? All LMHS subjects will have curriculum maps by June 2015
No cost beyond contractual prep time and P.D. time used for the purpose
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Lee Public Schools: Strategic Action Plan -TEACHING AND LEARNINGTeaching and Learning: To maximize student achievement by utilizing effective teaching that challenges and meets the needs of all learners. Strategic Goal: 2.4 (Cont’d) Increase student achievement in all grades. Action Steps
Person(s) Responsible
Timeline
Indicators of Accomplishment
Status
Survey not done. LES and LMHS did PARCC tryout in Spring of 2014 Ongoing
Ensure that students are familiar with any new test formats and strategies
All Staff
Ongoing
Survey students – exit data
Implement the Massachusetts Educator Evaluation System
All Professional Staff
Ongoing
Completed evaluations for all professional staff
Projected Expenses and Funding Sources No cost
No cost
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Lee Public Schools: Strategic Action Plan -TEACHING AND LEARNINGTeaching and Learning: To maximize student achievement by utilizing effective teaching that challenges and meets the needs of all learners. Strategic Goal: 2.5 Provide challenging educational Pre-K – 12 programs with instructional resources that meet individual learning needs. Action Steps
Identify what instructional resources are presently used at each grade level for intervention and extension (challenge) in all content areas. Develop study groups with department heads as chairs, which will research additional resources that are available for interventions and extensions (challenge) in all content areas.
Person(s) Responsible
Timeline
Indicators of Accomplishment
Status
Projected Expenses and Funding Sources
Department Heads
Ongoing
List of resources
Done
No cost
Cabinet Department Heads
Ongoing
List of additional resources
To be done at LMHS in 15-16, but Curriculum Teams established at LES since 2012 and in SPED department since 2014 that address instructional resource needs within PLCs
No cost for study group time. Materials purchases come out of budgeted subject supply lines.
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Lee Public Schools: Strategic Action Plan -TEACHING AND LEARNINGTeaching and Learning: To maximize student achievement by utilizing effective teaching that challenges and meets the needs of all learners. Strategic Goal: 2.5 (Cont’d) Provide challenging educational Pre-K – 12 programs with instructional resources that meet individual learning needs. Action Steps
Department Heads will make recommendations for additional programs to be implemented/purchased through regular Department Head Meetings
Person(s) Responsible Cabinet Department Heads
Timeline
Indicators of Accomplishment
Ongoing
Additional programs are accessible to teachers and students
Status
Projected Expenses and Funding Sources
To be done at LMHS in 15-16, but Curriculum Teams established at LES since 2012 and in SPED department since 2014 that address instructional resource needs within PLCs
No cost for study group time. Materials purchases come out of budgeted subject supply lines.
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Lee Public Schools: Strategic Action Plan -TECHNOLOGYTechnology: To employ a variety of technologies as integral components of district curricula, administrative operations, and community partnerships. Strategic Goal: 3.1 Commitment to a Clear Vision and Implementation Strategies Action Steps
Person(s) Responsible
Timeline
Indicators of Accomplishment
Status
A vision subcommittee will be created by the Technology Committee
Tech Sub-Committee
Fall 2014
Sub-Committee vision created
Completed
Proposed statement presented to Technology Committee for ratification
Tech Sub-Committee
Fall 2015
Statement ratified
Completed
Ratified vision will be presented to School Committee for adoption
Tech Sub-Committee School Committee
Spring 2016
Adoption by school committee
Completed
Vision statement will be distributed to faculty, students and community
Tech Sub-Committee
Fall 2016
Vision statement distributed
Spring 2017
Projected Expenses and Funding Sources
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Lee Public Schools: Strategic Action Plan -TECHNOLOGYTechnology: To employ a variety of technologies as integral components of district curricula, administrative operations, and community. Strategic Goal: 3.2 Technology Integration and Literacy Action Steps
Person(s) Responsible
Fully integrate Google application for education (G-Suite) in both schools
Cabinet
Continue to explore and identify new technologies for school use
Tech Sub-Committee Principals/Staff
Email accounts created for Lee Middle & High School students
Tech Support (Marie Locke)
District library media specialists will be certified in Instructional Technology
Timeline
Indicators of Accomplishment
Status
2015-2017 Google apps School integrated Years Ongoing Technologies identified and implemented Fall 2015 Accounts created
In Progress
Library and Media Specialists
Fall 2015
Certificate achieved
Completed
Formation of Technology Integration Committee (TIC)
Superintendent/Tech Sub-Committee
Spring 2016
TIC formed
Incomplete
Email accounts established for Lee Elementary School educational use
Tech Support
Fall 2016
Accounts created
Completed
District technology committee will make recommendation to the School Committee
District Tech Committee
Recommendations Adopted
Incomplete
TIC will complete a K-12 technology curriculum
Principals/Tech Sub-Committee
Curriculum Completed
Incomplete
Fall 2017
Projected Expenses and Funding Sources
In Progress
Completed
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Lee Public Schools: Strategic Action Plan -TECHNOLOGYTechnology: To employ a variety of technologies as integral components of district curricula, administrative operations, and community. Strategic Goal: 3.3 Technology Professional Development Action Steps
TAST will be administered to LPS faculty
Person(s) Responsible
Timeline
Indicators of Accomplishment
Status
Principals/ Tech Sub-Committee TIC Members
Spring 2016 Spring 2016
TAST administered
Completed
Tiered plans developed
Incomplete
TIC will present proposed technology professional development plan
TIC Members
Spring 2016
PD plan presented
Incomplete
Expansion of Technology Committee to include at least one parent
Superintendent
Fall 2016
Parent appointed
Incomplete
TIC will make recommendations for PLCs and coaching supports
TIC Members
Fall 2016
Recommendations made for PLCs
Incomplete
TIC will make recommendations to Technology Committee on PD
TIC Members
Fall 2016
Recommendations on PD made
Incomplete
TIC will present strategy to Technology Committee
TIC Members
Fall 2016
Strategies made
Incomplete
TIC will develop tiered support plans for faculty and staff
Projected Expenses and Funding Sources
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Lee Public Schools: Strategic Action Plan -TECHNOLOGYTechnology: To employ a variety of technologies as integral components of district curricula, administrative operations, and community. Strategic Goal: 3.4 Accessibility of Technology Action Steps
Person(s) Responsible
Timeline
LPS campus band with expanded
Wally Computers
Fall 2015
Wireless expanded throughout the LPS campus
Wally Computers
Bring Your Own Device program supplemented with LPS equipment
Principal of LMHS/ Tech Support
Technology Committee will make recommendation to School Committee Submission of annual technology upgrade/maintenance budget
Indicators of Accomplishment
Status
In Progress
Spring 2016 Fall 2016
Bandwidth expanded to 100 Wireless available for all stakeholders BYOD’s being used
Tech Sub-Committee
Fall 2016
Recommendation made
Incomplete
Principals/Tech Support (Marie Locke)
Spring 2017
Budget submitted to Superintendent
Ongoing
Projected Expenses and Funding Sources
Completed Completed
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Lee Public Schools: Strategic Action Plan -TECHNOLOGYTechnology: To employ a variety of technologies as integral components of district curricula, administrative operations, and community. Strategic Goal: 3.5 E-Learning and Communications Action Steps
Person(s) Responsible
Timeline
Indicators of Accomplishment
Status
Bi-Annual review by administration and library media specialists
Principals/Library Media Specialists
Fall 2015Ongoing
Review Completed
Incomplete
Agenda item discussed during Labor/Management meetings annually
LEA Reps/ Superintendent
Fall 2015Ongoing
Meetings held with agenda items
Incomplete
Wireless expanded throughout the LPS campus
Wally Computer TIC Members
Wireless expanded For use PD plan presented
Complete
TIC will present proposed technology professional development plan
Spring 2016 Spring 2016
Bring Your Own Device program supplemented with LPS equipment
Principal LMHS/ Tech Support
Fall 2016
BYOD’s being used
Complete
Projected Expenses and Funding Sources
Incomplete
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Lee Public Schools: Strategic Action Plan -COMMUNITYCommunity: To develop and nurture dynamic, mutually beneficial partnerships with the Greater Community. Strategic Goal: 4.1 Encourage the reactivation of the Lee Youth Commission in conjunction with the Lee Youth Association. Action Steps
Reactivation of the Lee Commission in conjunction with the Lee Youth Association
Person(s) Responsible
Timeline
Indicators of Accomplishment
Status
Projected Expenses and Funding Sources
Completed
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Lee Public Schools: Strategic Action Plan -COMMUNITYCommunity: To develop and nurture dynamic, mutually beneficial partnerships with the greater community. Strategic Goal: 4.2 Expand and maintain relationships with businesses within the greater community. Action Steps
Person(s) Responsible
Development of monthly student publication to provide information on school and community events
Dan Korte Gregg Brighenti
Community service projects identified and addressed
Honor Society Advisor
Connection with businesses to allow students to “shadow” careers (Ground Hog Day for Juniors) College Fair and Career Fair for students
Guidance
Implementation of “Bionic Week”, “Believe It Or Not, We Care” Students providing service to businesses that helped the Middle and High School during the year
Art Reilly Gregg Brighenti
LYA
LYA Job/College Career Seminar
Timeline
Indicators of Accomplishment
Status
Projected Expenses and Funding Sources
Complete and Ongoing Complete and Ongoing Complete and Ongoing Complete and Ongoing Complete and Ongoing
Regular and ongoing publications
Complete and Ongoing
None
Completion of identified projects
Ongoing
None
Annual visit by Juniors to local businesses Scheduling of fairs and attendance by students Annual Student Service (Seniors)
Ongoing
None
Ongoing
None
Ongoing
None
Complete and Ongoing
Success in providing information to students on College/Careers
Ongoing
None
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Lee Public Schools: Strategic Action Plan -COMMUNITYCommunity: To develop and nurture dynamic, mutually beneficial partnerships with the greater community. Strategic Goal: 4.3 Create and implement a robust, effective communication network to market and inform. Action Steps
Person(s) Responsible
Timeline
Indicators of Accomplishment
T.V. production of school activities for the public on public access
Matt Fillio
Ongoing
Shows produced on public access
Development of a computer application by the high school to advertise school and community events online Develop a “Master Calendar” of school events and activities on the district website Develop an annual budget based on the recommendation of the District and School Building Improvement Plans
Gregg Brighenti
Fall 2013
District Office
Fall 2014
Superintendent Cabinet
Spring 2016
Update the District and Building websites
Dan Korte
Fall 2014
Events available online Calendar developed & updated each week Budget will be presented to town as described New website
Status
Projected Expenses and Funding Sources
Partially accomplished. Published in school only. Completed Completed In Progress
None
Completed
None
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Lee Public Schools: Strategic Action Plan -COMMUNITYCommunity: To develop and nurture dynamic, mutually beneficial partnerships with the greater community. Strategic Goal: 4.4 Tap into the human resources available in our community. Action Steps
Person(s) Responsible
Timeline
Collaborate with Lee Police Department to provide participation in crisis plans for the school
Principals Superintendent
Complete and Ongoing Complete and Ongoing
Establish communication and collaboration with the Lee Rotary
Art Reilly LES Principal
Establish communication and collaboration with the VFW
HS Principal Superintendent LES Principal
Complete and Ongoing
Establish a partnership with the Sons of Italy
HS Principal LES Principal
Complete and Ongoing
Establish a partnership with the Kiwanis
HS Principal
Complete and Ongoing
Develop a shared services model of human resources with Lenox and/or other districts
School Committee Superintendent
October 2015
Indicators of Accomplishment
Status
Police involvement with the schools
Accomplished and Ongoing
Attending Rotary meetings, exchange of ideas and involvement between the schools and the Rotary Scholarships & financial support for programs from the VFW Funding provided by Sons of Italy for speakers and scholarships Funding provided by Kiwanis for speakers and scholarships Model approval by Lee, Lenox and Berkshire Hills committees
Accomplished and Ongoing
Projected Expenses and Funding Sources
Partially completed and Ongoing Ongoing
Ongoing
New
Unknown
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Lee Public Schools: Strategic Action Plan -COMMUNITYCommunity: To develop and nurture dynamic, mutually beneficial partnerships with the greater community. Strategic Goal: 4.5 Maximize the use of public school facilities and municipal resources for broad and beneficial use by the wider community. Action Steps
Person(s) Responsible
Timeline
Assist town in implementing a master plan to create more athletic fields in the community
Kathy Hall Youth Commission
Fall 2014
Assist town in helping to repair and replace park equipment Collaborate with the town to create fields at Maple Street site
Kathy Hall Youth Commission Kathy Hall Youth Commission
Fall 2014
Provide feedback to the town in the development of fields as part of the solar development
Kathy Hall Youth Commission
Fall 2014
Provide more access to the school buildings for community use; including the gyms, cafeterias, libraries, auditorium and computer access
Building Principals Superintendent
Complete and Ongoing
Fall 2019
Indicators of Accomplishment
Status
Facilities completed and used by the community Equipment upgraded
Ongoing
Facilities completed and used by the community Facilities completed and used by the community Needs requested by the community are addressed
In Progress
Projected Expenses and Funding Sources
Ongoing
Incomplete
Ongoing
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Lee Public Schools: Strategic Action Plan -COMMUNITYCommunity: To develop and nurture dynamic, mutually beneficial partnerships with the greater community. Strategic Goal: 4.6 Strengthen parental involvement with sensitivity to the changing needs of our families. Action Steps
Person(s) Responsible
Timeline
Indicators of Accomplishment
Status
Collaboration with Busy Bees Implementation of the program Program provided students and parents participating
Not Accomplished
Unknown
Ongoing
Cost of upgrade and additional computers
Expansion of pre-school program for typical students to support parents
Sharon Terry Kate Retzel Superintendent
2017
Establish computer use for parents/students after the school day for homework, college applications, etc.
Building Principals Superintendent LYA
2014-2015
Reactivate the Middle & High School Council including parent participation
Gregg Brighenti
2014-2015
Active committee developing a school improvement plan
Completed
Provide monthly survey of parents to solicit needs and concerns.
Building Principals
2014-2015
Survey developed and distributed to parents for input
Developed at Middle and High School
Projected Expenses and Funding Sources
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Lee Public Schools: Strategic Action Plan -WELLNESSStudent Wellness: To create an atmosphere that results in social, emotional, physical, and academic health for all students. Strategic Goal: 5.1 Continue to strengthen student services addressing the social/emotional wellness of all students in the Lee Public Schools. Action Steps
Person(s) Responsible
Timeline
Indicators of Accomplishment
Status
Projected Expenses and Funding Sources
Work with District Attorney to offer Lifeskills program for students grades 3-6 at Lee Elementary School
Janet Warner Jen Carlino Heather Lucy Kate Retzel
Current
Program is in place. On second year for grade 6
Ongoing
None – DA’s office covers cost of program
Building Assistance Team (BAT) formed at Lee Elementary School
Kate Retzel Team Members: Heather Lucy Diane Naventi Rachel Wildrick Jo-Ann Orluk
Current
Team in place and meeting on a regular basis.
Team meets 34 times per month at LES
None
Character Development at Lee Elementary School using MARC, Social Thinking, & Life Skills curriculum
Kate Retzel Heather Lucy
Current
Schedules set and classes being taught
Ongoing
None
Acquire then assess Middle and High School Services available and identify personnel used
Gregg Brighenti Bear McHugh
Current
Information compiled
Ongoing
None
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Lee Public Schools: Strategic Action Plan -WELLNESSStudent Wellness: To create an atmosphere that results in social, emotional, physical, and academic health for all students. Strategic Goal: 5.2 Continue to strengthen student services addressing the physical wellness of all students in the Lee Public Schools. Action Steps
Person(s) Responsible
Timeline
Indicators of Accomplishment
Status
Projected Expenses and Funding Sources
Add community resources, school services, student services and health-related websites/activities to web page, handbook and/or Alert Now system Heart Centered Education at LES
Dan Korte Kate Olender
Current
Information on website
Ongoing None
Kate Retzel
Current
Ongoing
Wellness Speaker Series: Each year the Wellness Committee will provide a speaker who will touch upon a wide variety of wellness topics for the middle and high school First grade facilitated play to encourage conflict resolution and increase social skills
Janet Warner Jen Carlino Heather Lucy
Current
Teachers will begin teaching breathing exercises, implement brain breaks and whole body moving into the day Speakers obtained
First grade teachers Heather Lucy Kate Retzel
Current
Facilitated play occurring daily
Ongoing
Using the 5 point scale in the Elementary School to make students more aware of and more comfortable expressing and dealing with their feelings
Heather Lucy Learning and Personal Growth Department Elementary School Faculty
Current
Posters displayed and regularly utilized by students
Ongoing None
Ongoing Wellness Committee obtains funds from outside agencies to fund our speaker series
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Lee Public Schools: Strategic Action Plan -WELLNESSStudent Wellness: To create an atmosphere that results in social, emotional, physical, and academic health for all students. Strategic Goal: 5.3 Continue to strengthen student services addressing the academic wellness of all students in the Lee Public Schools. Action Steps
Implement Fitnessgram into the PE program to obtain information on students’ fitness and send home 2 times a year Review K-12 Physical Education Curriculum to make comprehensive through all grades; acquire Lenox Public Schools curriculum
Person(s) Responsible
Timeline
Indicators of Accomplishment
Status
Projected Expenses and Funding Sources Cost of Fitnessgram program; yearly expense None – use PD time
Jen Carlino Janet Warner
Current
Test given Information sent home
Ongoing
Jen Carlino Janet Warner Cyndi Brouker Keith Thompson Gregg Brighenti Kate Retzel Wellness committee
Fall 2017
Scheduled, carefully reviewed and modified as needed.
Not done
Currently exploring options
Ongoing
Review Health Curriculum of Lee Public Schools
Keith Thompson Jen Carlino
Fall 2017
Not done
Incorporate stretching, breathing, and health tips into morning meeting/announcements
Diane Naventi Kate Retzel Classroom teachers
Current
Provide health and wellness information for families; binders, flyers, etc.
Heather Lucy Diane Naventi Janet Warner
Current
Review summer reading, math, exercise and nutrition program at LES
Wellness Committee Department Heads
Current
Explore low cost after school activities that can be offered to students (golf, yoga, ballet, martial arts, etc.)
Information given every morning, activities done
Ongoing
None
Information compiled and given
Ongoing
None
Review program and make revisions as necessary
Ongoing
None
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Lee Public Schools: Strategic Action Plan -WELLNESSStudent Wellness: To create an atmosphere that results in social, emotional, physical, and academic health for all students. Strategic Objective: 5.3 (Cont’d) Continue to strengthen student services addressing the academic wellness of all students in Lee Public Schools Action Steps
Person(s) Responsible
Timeline
Indicators of Accomplishment
Status
Projected Expenses and Funding Sources None
Review/add to tardy/absent policy at LES (coordinate between LES and LMHS)
Principals School Councils
Current
Reviewed yearly
Ongoing
Behavior/Attendance Incentives *Assemblies *Announcements *”Bucket Filler”
Heather Lucy Patrick Priester Cyndi Brouker Art Reilly
Current
Program in place
Ongoing
Small amount of money for awards?
Before and after school tutoring/extra help at both LES and LMHS
Building principal Classroom teachers
Current
Program in place
Ongoing
None
Review, enhance and communicate systems addressing at-risk students
BAT team at LES
Current
Ongoing
None
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Lee Public Schools: Strategic Action Plan -WELLNESSStudent Wellness: To create an atmosphere that results in social, emotional, physical, and academic health for all students. Strategic Objective: 5.4 Schedule bi-annual meetings with the wellness committee to assess the current Wellness Policy as well as progress being made with objectives 5.1, 5.2 and 5.3 and report annually to the Superintendent and the School Committee. Action Steps
Access to MMS for student grades and Lee Public Schools website for homework and important information
Person(s) Responsible
Classroom Teachers Building Principals Dan Korte Kate Olender
Timeline
Current
Indicators of Accomplishment
Information posted
Status
Ongoing
Projected Expenses and Funding Sources None
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Lee Public Schools: Strategic Action Plan -FACILITIES AND GROUNDSFacilities and Grounds: To create and maintain facilities and grounds which are safe and meet the needs of teachers, students and the community. Strategic Goal: 6.1 Review and revise maintenance plans and procedures that are efficient and cost effective in the district school buildings. Action Steps
Person(s) Responsible
Timeline
Indicators of Accomplishment Any proposed contract changes will be negotiated Facility Director contract will be adjusted if necessary
Review, assess and propose change of current custodial duties and responsibilities in maintaining LES & LMHS
Facilities Director Building Principals
December 2016
Review, assess and propose change of duties and responsibilities of the Facility Director
Superintendent/ School Committee
December 2016
Use current shared services agreements, to explore shared services opportunities to meet maintenance needs of the school district
Facilities Directors of Lee, Lenox & Berkshire Hills
December 2016
Plan to share and identify services
Status
Projected Expenses and Funding Sources Expenses based on assessment and outcome Expenses based on assessment and outcome
Meeting held with Berkshire Hills 2016
Possible savings for current operations
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Lee Public Schools: Strategic Action Plan -FACILITIES AND GROUNDSFacilities and Grounds: To create and maintain facilities and grounds which are safe and meet the needs of teacher students and the community. Strategic Goal: 6.2 Identify and address facilities and grounds maintenance and capital issues. Action Steps
Person(s) Responsible
Timeline
August 2015 December 2016
Curbs Repaired
Completed
Replace boilers at LMHS
Facilities Director/ Superintendent Facilities Director
Boiler Replaced
Repair boiler pumps at LES
Facilities Director
December 2016
Problems identified and repaired
Estimate dev. for capital outlay proposal Issues being identified and assessed
Replace pick-up truck of the district
Facilities Director
July 2017
New Truck
Move district offices to LMHS Secure bleachers at LMHS
Superintendent Facilities Director/ HS Principal Principal/ Superintendent Principals/ Superintendent
July 2016 Fall 2016
Relocation of Offices Bleachers secured to the gym floor System installed and operating RFP sought, system installed and operating
Replace curbing at entrance of LES & LMHS
Repair/replace intercom system at LMHS Repair/replace phone system at LES & LMHS
June 2016 June 2019
Indicators of Accomplishment
Status
Projected Expenses and Funding Sources
$100,000
$15,000 - $20,000 Completed 50% Completed Completed
$5,000 $28,000
Completed
$35,000
$25,000
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Lee Public Schools: Strategic Action Plan -FACILITIES AND GROUNDSFacilities and Grounds: To create and maintain facilities and grounds which are safe and meet the needs of teacher students and the community. Strategic Goal: 6.2 (Cont’d) Identify and address facilities and grounds maintenance and capital issues. Action Steps
Person(s) Responsible
Timeline
Indicators of Accomplishment
Status
Projected Expenses and Funding Sources
Address ADA requirements at LPS as identified in Lee Open Space & Recreation transition plan
Facilities Director Superintendent School Committee
Repave path to tennis courts
Facilities Director School Committee Facilities Director School Committee
June 2020
Path Repaired
?
June 2020
Path Created
?
Facilities Director School Committee Facilities Director School Committee
June 2020
Picnic Table Installed
June 2018
Restroom Replaced
June 2020
Path Repaired
Repair carpeting in the auditorium
Facilities Director/School Committee Facilities Director
2019
Carpet Repaired
Completed
Refurbish curtain in the auditorium
Facilities Director
2019
Curtain Refurbished
No Action
Create new path to softball, soccer & football fields
Install ADA picnic table Replace portable restroom with an ADA accessible one
Repave path to LES Baseball Field (Hartwood)
3 rentals for Fall, Spring, Summer ?
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Lee Public Schools: Strategic Action Plan -FACILITIES AND GROUNDSFacilities and Grounds: To create and maintain facilities and grounds which are safe and meet the needs of teacher students and the community. Strategic Goal: 6.2 (Cont’d) Identify and address facilities and grounds maintenance and capital issues. Action Steps
Person(s) Responsible
Timeline
Indicators of Accomplishment
Status
Repave Elementary School driveway/parking lot? Repaint trim on buildings
Facilities Director Facilities Director
2019 2017
Parking Lot Repaved Trim Completed
No Action Trim Completed
Painting of gym ceiling
Facilities Director
2019
Gym Painted
No Action
Lobby and hallway flooring replacement/refurbishment
Facilities Director
2017
No Action
Create field on Maple Street Property
Facilities Director
2018
Lobby Floor Refurbished Field Created
Projected Expenses and Funding Sources
Plan Approved by Conservation Committee
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Lee Public Schools: Strategic Action Plan -DISTRICT SUPERINTENDENT ROLE-
District Superintendent Role: Define the short and long term organizational structure of the district. Strategic Goal: 7.1 Identify, outline and assess the current operation of Lee Public Schools. Action Steps
Form a subcommittee of LPS stakeholders to define the current operational structure and future needs of the district. Define current model of operation through the organization chart, programs, facilities, and goal related to the District Strategic Plan (including successes and gaps.)
Person(s) Responsible
Timeline
Indicators of Accomplishment
Status
School Committee
April 12, 2016
Committee Formed
Completed
District Subcommittee
July 2016
Report accepted by Full Committee
Completed
Projected Expenses and Funding Sources
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Lee Public Schools: Strategic Action Plan -DISTRICT SUPERINTENDENT ROLEDistrict Superintendent Role: Define the short and long term organizational structure of the district. Strategic Goal: 7.2 Compare current model at Lee Public Schools to other models to meet long term needs. Action Steps
Person(s) Responsible
Timeline
Review and revise the District Vision and Mission
Subcommittee
October 2016
Develop pros & cons of : • Current shared services agreement • Superintendent/Duel Role • Shared superintendent with current agreements • Joining a Regional (Berkshire Hills)
Subcommittee
December 2016
Indicators of Accomplishment Presented and approved by the School Committee Report provided to the Union #29 Committee
Status
Projected Expenses and Funding Sources
Completed
Completed
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Lee Public Schools: Strategic Action Plan -DISTRICT SUPERINTENDENT ROLEDistrict Superintendent Role: Define the short and long term organizational structure of the district. Strategic Goal: 7.3 Define the organizational structure of Lee Public Schools. Action Steps
Compare the current model of a single superintendent (with shared services agreements) to: a) Shared services with Lenox/Berkshire Hills and and a shared superintendent b) Joining an existing model of regionalizing with Berkshire Hills with a recommendation for the most appropriate model for Lee Public Schools.
Person(s) Responsible District Subcommittee
Timeline
January 2017
Indicators of Accomplishment Recommendation on Lee Public Schools model made to School Committee for approval
Status
Projected Expenses and Funding Sources
Completed
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