Strategic Plan
Identifying priorities. Creating a unified sense of purpose. Driving action.
Strategic Planning Overview
The strategic plan will ensure the Rochester Community School District will continue to provide high-quality education and innovative learning opportunities for each and every student over the next five years, through 2029.
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Rochester Community Schools has a rich history of excellence that has been strengthened over time through the strategic planning process.
To ensure RCS continues to provide high-quality education and innovative learning opportunities for all students, the Board of Education contracted experts to serve as the facilitator for the next iteration of the strategic plan. The team collaborated with students, staff and the community to provide a roadmap for ongoing success.
Community engagement provides a voice for all stakeholders. Opportunities are leveraged through a community survey, focus groups, and a community forum.
Data synthesis ensures common outcomes, expectations, and actions during the development of the strategic plan to prioritize the work of the organization.
Vision development paints a picture of what the organization will look like in the near future and serves as an actionable document that articulates direction, mission and guiding principles.
The strategic plan is drawn from the vision and outlines prioritized goals and objectives, while detailing specific actions as to how the district would realize its vision in manageable and measurable ways.
Through a commonly understood path of action, strategic planning can create positive outcomes that ensure equitable practices, innovative work and engaged communities.
A presentation was provided to the Board of Education at the June 17, 2024, meeting, outlining the strategic planning process.
Rochester Community Schools Mission
To provide a quality education in a caring atmosphere for students to attain the necessary skills and knowledge to become lifelong learners and contribute to a diverse, interdependent and changing world.
District Equity Statement
Rochester Community Schools is committed to providing an equitable education that prepares all students for an interdependent, evolving world. We believe in a unified culture of belonging for all. We recognize that systemic inequities exist that create educational equity gaps among various identity groups, specifically those who have been marginalized. Through a multifaceted approach of inclusion, we commit to creating opportunities and access, protecting the well-being of all, eliminating barriers, and educating within a safe environment where all individuals are valued, respected, included, welcomed, and acknowledged.
At Rochester Community Schools, we believe:
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It is vital to instill a sense of pride and excellence for all.
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All students can learn at high levels.
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It is our role to make a profound impact on students’ lives.
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All decisions and actions should be directly related to our mission.
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Clear learning objectives, effective instructional strategies, and quality assessment lead to high student achievement and growth.
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A positive mindset that embraces diversity creates a strong culture and climate.
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Accountability, communication, transparency and trust throughout the system are vital components of a healthy organization.
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Focused professional development and meaningful collaboration for all staff leads to positive student growth.
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All members of the school community will experience an environment where they are safe, valued, and respected.
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Family, school, business and community partnerships are integral for student success.
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Students must be able to flourish in a global environment.
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All stakeholders are responsible for high achievement and continuous improvement.
