Objective Addressed: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5

Staff: Superintendent, Business Administrator, Supervisor of Buildings & Grounds, Building Administration, Curriculum & Instruction Team

Resources: Time, Committees and Coordinators, Finances to Support Needs Assessment, District Operation Partners (i.e. Architect, Insurance Company, etc.)

Timeline

2022-23: Complete a needs assessment, including a demographic study and buildings and grounds assessment, to determine the need for capital improvement projects.  Considered projects may include, but are not limited to: turf improvement, roof repair, classroom capacity, air conditioning, curriculum projects, technology enhancements, and aesthetic improvements.  A fiscal trend analysis of the last 3-5 years will be incorporated to analyze budgetary capacity for projects.

GOAL COMPLETED - A demographic study and buildings and grounds assessment were completed.  Presentations were provided for the Board of Education and general public during the 2022-2023 school year.  Turf replacement and implementation of a new student technology plan are fiscal accomplishments for the coming year as is the shifting of staff members presently paid with ESSER funds (set to expire following 2023-2024 school year) to the general fund so as to ensure continuity of programs.  

2023-2024: Create a long-range Capital Improvement Plan with a correlating funding plan.

FEBRUARY '24 UPDATE - Capital project evaluation and prioritization is ongoing.  Turf replacement is complete.  Air conditioning units have been added to the third floor of JHS.  New flooring has been added to the BHS cafeteria.  Additional aesthetic updates are being explored at the high school and these have included communication with two architecture firms.  Furthermore, plans for roofing repairs and increased air conditioning are being processed in relation to available funding. 

2024-2027: Monitoring of capital improvement projects and adjustments to funding plan as needed.  Continue dialogue with key stakeholders to explore outside funding opportunities.  Review and revise emergency preparation plan on a yearly basis and provide emergency resource maintenance and acquisition as needed. 

Indicators of Success: 

Completion of Needs Assessment

Completion of Demographic Study
Creation of a Capital Improvement Project Plan
Evidence of Ongoing Monitoring of Capital Improvement Projects and Emergency Preparedness

Incorporation of Needs Assessment and Demographic Study Information in Future Planning

Objective Addressed: 5

Staff: Superintendent, Business Administrator, District Technology Coordinator, Building Administration, Curriculum & Instruction Team

Resources: Time, Committees and Coordinators, Finances, Technology Resources, Research on Technology Trends and Best Instructional Practices, Emerging Technologies

Timeline:
2022-2027: Gather input from key stakeholders regarding experiences related to technology integration.

FEBRUARY '24 UPDATE-  A staff, student, and family needs assessment was administered throughout the district in June 2023.  This allowed for feedback to be gathered regarding technology resources and integration.  We continue to add hardware and software to support instruction and to build staff capacity through professional development in order to maximize instructional implementation.  

2022-2024: Establish a strategic plan to maintain and replace existing instructional technology (i.e. Chromebooks, Aquosboards, etc.).  Consider emerging technologies for incorporation into Instructional Technology Plan.  Ensure budget plans support maintenance and enhancement of technology incorporation within district schools. 

FEBRUARY '24  UPDATE - Chromebooks continue to serve as a foundation for student learning experiences.  A Chromebook cycle for budgeting and issuing devices has been established and implemented into the budget for each coming school year.  This includes plans to issue new Chromebook devices for every 6th and 9th grade student as well as plans to maintain and replenish devices in the elementary grades.  Actions have also been taken to upgrade Chromeboxes and Aquosboards used in classroom spaces as needed.

2023-2027: Adhere to District Technology Plan while continuously gathering feedback upon effectiveness and incorporating emerging best practices in the quickly evolving technology field.  

FEBRUARY '24 UPDATE - In adoption of text-based learning materials, online resources served as a central consideration when selecting new science instructional resources.  A new music course offering (Guitar Lab) at the high school has enhanced use of technology.  As new curricular resources are adopted (i.e. math series for 2024-2025 school year), technology-based resources will be central considerations when identifying best fits for the district.  

Indicators of Success:
Evidence of Stakeholder Input in Technology Planning Process
Evidence of  Completed District Technology Plan
Evidence of Application of District Technology Plan

Objective Addressed: 2, 3

Staff: Superintendent, Business Administrator, Supervisor of Buildings & Grounds, Building Administration, District Technology Coordinator

Resources: Time, Committees and Coordinators, Finances, Partnerships with Local and State Agencies, Security Technology

Timeline:
2022-2023: Conduct review of safety and security plans, resources, and adherence to best practices.

GOAL COMPLETED - School Safety Specialist training has been completed.  Participation in Morris County safety seminars has occurred.  Formation of state-required Threat Assessment Teams are complete in each building.  In addition, emerging best practices will continue to be implemented into district and building security plans.  

2022-2024: Establish an updated District Facility Security Plan in accordance with requirements and recommendations from local and state agencies and in accordance with best practices identified by the district's School Safety Specialist. 

FEBRUARY '24 UPDATE - The district's Memorandum of Agreement was reviewed with the Boonton Police Department.  Streamlined, district-wide, emergency response procedures have been established.  A thorough review of all security plans occurred with the newly established District Administrative Team in July 2023.  In addition, consultation with local facility inspectors and safety specialists has allowed for priorities to be established and followed through on in terms of facility upgrades.  

2023-2027: Adhere to District Facility Security Plan  while continuously gathering feedback to inform security plan and decision making processes.  Continue to incorporate emerging best practices as well as new recommendations and requirements into the District Facility and Security Plan.

FEBRUARY '24 UPDATE - This remains an ongoing process.  

Indicators of Success:
Evidence of Review of Current Plans, Procedures , and Resources
Evidence of  Completed District Facility Security Plan
Evidence of Application and Continual Review of District Facility Security Plan