Strategic Plan
Lake Pend Oreille School District is excited to share with you our 2023-2028 Strategic Plan, which was developed with the input and collaboration of many groups and individuals in our community.
Under the leadership of Superintendent Dr. Becky Meyer, we embarked on a comprehensive process to gather feedback from various stakeholders, including parents, staff, students, and community members. Through community forums, focus groups, and an online survey that received over 1,000 responses, we ensured that every voice had the opportunity to shape the direction of our district for the next five years.
After carefully analyzing and synthesizing the valuable input received, we identified central themes that reflect stakeholder priorities. These themes revolve around four key areas: Facilities, Student Connection, Quality Staff, and Community Connection.
To ensure transparency and accountability in our planning process, a draft plan was shared with the public in January 2023 for further feedback. After incorporating this feedback into a finalized plan that aligns with our vision for educational excellence in Lake Pend Oreille School District , it was presented to our Board of Trustees for approval in March 2023.
We are proud to announce that as of July 1st, 2023, this strategic plan is now in effect. It will guide us as we work towards providing exceptional education opportunities for every student, every day - while fostering strong connections within our school community.
Thank you for your continued support as we strive towards achieving our shared goals. Together, we can make a positive difference in the lives of every student at Lake Pend Oreille School District!
Facilities
Improve School Safety
Deliverables:
Maintain active District Safety Task Force
Prioritize recommended improvements in the annual Idaho School Safety Vulnerability Assessment
Hire Armed Security Officers (ASO)
Implement One Trusted Adult Initiative
Address Deficient and Unsafe Building Conditions
Deliverables:
Initiate Long-Range Facility Planning Committee
Prioritize facility needs
Student Connection
Improve Academic Engagement
Deliverables:
Increase Career Technical Education (CTE) & elective opportunities
Increase flexibility in student schedules
Demonstrate relevance through internships/job shadows
Provide balanced, unbiased curriculum aligned with State Standards
Expand literacy program for all students
Cultivate Student Wellbeing
Deliverables:
Assist students in identifying protective factors for increased resiliency
Build climate & connection between students, peers, and staff
Partner with parents to improve student attendance
Quality Staff
Boost Job Satisfaction
Deliverables:
Maintain competitive salary and benefits for all staff
Provide Staff Wellness Program
Foster cohesion across the district
Maintain reasonable class sizes
Provide Robust and Relevant Professional Development
Deliverables:
Continue Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) and job-specific training
Address unfinished learning gaps
Support staff to meet evolving student behavioral needs
Community Connection
Communicate Effectively
Deliverables:
Utilize consistent and varied avenues of communication
Partner with Parents
Deliverables:
Increase parent engagement & volunteer opportunities offered at all schools
Build Community Partnerships
Deliverables:
Partner with businesses and non-profit organizations to support LPOSD
Encourage and create opportunities for students to serve in local organizations