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Bishop Kelly High School
Strategic Plan
2005 - 2010
Approved and adopted by the
Bishop Kelly High School Board of Governance
Tim LaMott - Chairperson
St. Mark’s Representative |
Bill Morris – Vice Chairperson
Holy Apostle’s Representative |
John Connolly
Our Lady of the Rosary
Representative
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Ludee Vermaas
Risen Christ Representative |
Randy Forster
Sacred Heart Representative |
Peter Oliver
St. John’s Representative
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Dennis Gribble
St. Mary’s Representative |
Fr. Timothy Ritchey
Pastoral Representative |
Rev. Henry Carmona
Pastoral Representative
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Bishop Michael Driscoll
Bishop of Diocese of Boise |
Dan Makley
Superintendent of Idaho
Catholic Schools
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David Lachiondo
BK President |
Robert Wehde
BK Principal |
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Robert Rebholtz
BK Foundation President |
Background
The Strategic Plan for BISHOP KELLY HIGH SCHOOL is our vision for our future. It is the result of considering thousands of comments received from interviewing students, alumni, education representatives, business and community members, patrons, religious personnel, and staff. This Strategic Plan represents our collaborative plan for BISHOP KELLY as, “A Catholic Community of Learners and Believers”.
Explanation of Terms
Mission: The work we do.
Beliefs: Our core values.
Vision: Where we want to be.
Goals: The results we will achieve to reach the vision.
Strategies: How we will achieve the goals.
Actions: Specific steps leading to achievement of the goals and strategies.
Measures: How we measure achievement of the goals.
Key Performance Indicators: Those performance measures that will help us reach our Vision.
Operational Performance Indicator: Interim measures that indicate the rightness of your direction.
Target Start and Completion Dates: Estimated schedule for actions.
Responsible Person: Person designated as responsible for the implementation of specific actions.
First Year Priority: Those strategies that by their nature or criticality have been selected for action in the first year.
OUR VISION
“A CATHOLIC COMMUNITY OF LEARNERS AND BELIEVERS”
Achieved through:
• Academic Excellence
• Moral Leadership
• Social Responsibility
OUR MISSION
We develop the total student --- spirit, mind, and body.
Through a diverse and comprehensive education in the Catholic tradition, students prepare themselves to serve God and others in the world community.
OUR BELIEFS
• JESUS CHRIST is our ultimate teacher and role model.
• Learning is our priority.
• Moral development and service to others is central to learning.
• All students strive for excellence consistent with ability.
• All students are valued for their unique spiritual, intellectual, moral, physical, social, creative and emotional gifts and needs.
• Our Christian learning environment is the responsibility of students, parents, teachers, staff, coaches, alumni, and administrators.
• Continuous improvement is imperative to developing lifelong learners.
GOALS
GOAL 1: We live our Catholic identity.
GOAL 2: We achieve academic excellence.
GOAL 3: Our faculty, staff, and administration model a professional learning community.
GOAL 4: Our facilities and technology support an effective learning environment.
GOAL 5: Our financial resources provide for student access and success.
GOAL 6: Our school climate supports and complements our mission.
GOAL 7: Our image portrays our vision.
GOAL 8: Continuous improvement guides our strategic planning.
KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS
• Student achievement
• Behaviors consistent with beliefs
• Curriculum standards
• Stakeholder satisfaction
• Financial stability
• Facilities improvement
GOAL 1: We live our Catholic identity.
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STRATEGIES
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INITIAL ACTIONS
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1.1 Seek improvement in teaching theology across the curriculum, providing service learning opportunities, prayer, and sacraments.
FIRST YEAR PRIORITY
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1.1.1 Offer interdisciplinary application of Christian themes into all classes, not just religion classes.
1.1.2 Improve liturgies.
1.1.3 Evaluate and improve current service learning program for strengths and weaknesses.
1.1.3.a Seek out and provide for more effective and diverse service opportunities.
1.1.3.b Schedule reflection time for pre and post service day activities.
1.1.3.c Establish consistent standards for service hours in the curriculum.
1.1.4 Use the results of the ACRE exam for curriculum development.
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| 1.2 Communicate our Catholic values through our actions.
FIRST YEAR PRIORITY
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1.2.1 Develop a values profile of a Bishop Kelly graduate
1.2.2 Conduct in-service with faculty and staff on Christian behavior
1.2.3 Communicate values to student body in assemblies and small group interaction.
1.2.4 Increase direct contact between members of religious groups and BK community
1.2.5 Evaluate the commitment of the religious community and its presence on the BK campus.
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| 1.3 Improve the practice of the faith we teach. |
1.3.1 Model our faith through academics, activities, and athletics.
1.3.2 Model our faith within and among students and staff.
1.3.3 Model our values and model Christ through parishes and the community
1.3.4 Continue to develop an understanding of all religions from a base of Catholic teaching
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GOAL 2: We achieve academic excellence.
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STRATEGIES
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INITIAL ACTIONS
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| 2.1 Provide meaningful opportunities for faculty growth and development.
FIRST YEAR PRIORITY
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2.1.1 Develop our faculty by use of performance evaluation and Professional Development Plan consistent with the Strategic Plan.
2.1.2 Increase funding to support professional development.
2.1.3 Increase opportunities for leadership through involvement in Strategic Plan implementation.
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| 2.2 Assess, expand, and implement current curriculum by identifying strengths and weaknesses.
FIRST YEAR PRIORITY
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2.2.1 Develop plan to determine if we meet national standards for each subject area.
2.2.2 Conduct a curriculum audit
2.2.3 Expand and strengthen opportunities for students in music, arts, and humanities
2.2.4 Research educational opportunities for programs not available on the Bishop Kelly campus
2.2.5 Publish curriculum guides.
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| 2.3 Evaluate opportunities for expanded AP, concurrent enrollment, and advanced technology learning for students. |
2.3.1 Investigate partnerships with industry, community, and other local educational entities.
2.3.2 Increase the availability of college credit
2.3.3 Research alumni and parent resources
2.3.4 Evaluate current AP courses for alignment with Collegeboard standards.
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| 2.4 Develop a consistent coordination and articulation of curriculum with local Catholic elementary schools. |
2.4.1 Explore opportunities to align curriculum with local Catholic elementary schools
2.4.2. Engage in a dialogue with the Diocesan Sup of Schools to coordinate curriculum.
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| 2.5 Conduct advanced technology classes. |
2.5.1 Review the current technology curriculum and do gap analysis of present state to meet need.
2.5.2 Confirm that facility and computer hardware/software requirements support courses
2.5.3 Establish courses identified in 2.5.1
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| 2.6 Explore on-line educational opportunities that complement the curriculum. |
2.6.1 Faculty/administration with parent input to determine role of online education as an opportunity to enhance education offerings at the school.
2.6.2 Establish contacts with online resources
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GOAL 3: Our faculty, staff, and administration model a professional learning community.
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STRATEGIES
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INITIAL ACTIONS
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| 3.1 Improve the collegial relationships between faculty, staff, and administration through communication and consultation.
FIRST YEAR PRIORITY
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3.1.1 Establish open communication among administration, staff, faculty and students, while maintaining appropriate boundaries and confidentiality.
3.1.2 Establish a Principal’s Advisory Council
3.1.3 Consult the Curriculum Development Council in the development of the Master Schedule.
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GOAL 4: Our facilities and technology support an effective learning environment.
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STRATEGIES
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INITIAL ACTIONS
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| 4.1 Create a Facilities Master Plan that is aligned with current and future curriculum priorities.
FIRST YEAR PRIORITY
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4.1.1 Using the BK Vision and Mission as a guide, work with the building committee to oversee Master plan development
4.1.1.a Composition to include administrators, faculty, students, parents, school maintenance staff.
4.1.2 Prioritize areas that need to be included in master plan
4.1.3 After establishment of priorities and scope above, consider hiring consultant for the formalized Plan development and create the planning process.
4.1.3.a Conduct a program survey and recommendations for ‘future’ facilities and do gap analysis.
4.1.3.b Compare needs with other “model” campus facilities.
4.1.3.c Compare previous master plan from 1999 to anticipated needs
4.1.3.d Prepare conceptual budgets by area of focus in 4.1.1 Using the BK Vision and Mission as a guide, work with the building committee to oversee Master plan development
4.1.1.a Composition to include administrators, faculty, students, parents, school maintenance staff.
4.1.2 Prioritize areas that need to be included in master plan
4.1.3 After establishment of priorities and scope above, consider hiring consultant for the formalized Plan development and create the planning process.
4.1.3.a Conduct a program survey and recommendations for ‘future’ facilities and do gap analysis.
4.1.3.b Compare needs with other “model” campus facilities.
4.1.3.c Compare previous master plan from 1999 to anticipated needs
4.1.3.d Prepare conceptual budgets by area of focus in a master plan and work with contractor to develop budgets
4.1.3.e Review completed Master Plan, updated if necessary, and adopted by Board of Governance for long term Strategic Development.
4.1.3.f Work with Business Development Office on funding component.
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| 4.2 Update hardware and software technology to enhance teaching and learning opportunities.
FIRST YEAR PRIORITY
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4.2.1 Create a Technology
Master Plan for inventory replacement and upgrades with Diocesan Computer Support
4.2.2 Build costs into annual budget to support Technology Master Plan
4.2.3 Establish annual review of anticipated needs for hardware and software.
4.2.4 Increase availability of enhanced technology as teaching tools (where appropriate),i.e. ELMO and Smartboards, wireless support, laptops availability.
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| 4.3. Renovate existing facilities to create alignment with current and future curriculum needs. |
4.3.1 Building Committee to work with the scope of this strategy.
4.3.2 Compare current status/usage to intended usage for future function (gap analysis)
4.3.3 Consider the following in the plan:
• Safety and Security
• Curriculum and program alignment
• Aesthetics
4.3.4 Establish budgets for major phases of renovation/upgrade that can be compartmentalized into individual projects and priced as such
4.3.5 Prioritize and gain consensus on major phases
4.3.6 Coordinate preliminary timeline for upgrades with Business Development Office
4.3.7 After funding needs are met, return to the Building Committee for implementation and oversight.
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| 4.4. Build a Performing Arts Center. |
4.4.1 Confirm PAC is needed inside the Master Plan which is based on Mission and Vision
4.4.2 Establish PAC subcommittee to champion process
4.4.3 Develop user programs
and needs assessment for form, fit, function of proposed PAC;
Have plan for expansion to include:
• Fine Art classrooms
• Music studios
• Worship space
4.4.4 Develop conceptual rendering and budget for PAC
4.4.5 Coordinate with Business Development Office timeline for capital campaign
and conceptual budget for
fundraising.
4.4.7 After Funding needs are met, return to Building Committee for implementation
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GOAL 5: Our financial resources provide for student access and success.
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STRATEGIES
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INITIAL ACTIONS
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| 5.1 Develop strategies that will help fund Bishop Kelly’s Vision, while maintaining accessibility to an affordable education.
FIRST YEAR PRIORITY
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5.1.1 Increase the portion of revenue from non-tuition sources:
5.1.1.a Improve and expand grant-writing program.
5.1.1.b Create a process whereby potential donors can give through federated funds and market this process to potential donors.
5.1.1.c Design and implement one major fundraiser by students.
5.1.1.d Formalize and market the Parents as Partners program.
5.1.1.e Commence and conduct an Annual Appeal to Alumni and potential donors.
5.1.1.f Establish a planned giving process to educate potential donors and a network of available service providers to assist where necessary.
5.1.2 Design and establish a marketing campaign to increase giving through corporate matching gift programs.
5.1.3 Collaborate with the Foundation to increase the profitability of the Winner’s Choice auction.
5.1.4 Collaborate with the Booster Club to increase the profitability of Booster Club fundraising.
5.1.5 Develop a friend-raising strategy, implement and market it to target populations.
5.1.6 Engage the Diocese in a dialogue regarding financial support for the school.
5.1.7 Design and implement a campaign to fund our vision’s capital and endowment growth needs.
5.1.8 Explore new revenue options such as leasing out athletic and classroom infrastructure.
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| 5.2 Review our entire financial model for adequacy.
FIRST YEAR PRIORITY
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5.2.1 Evaluate if anticipated enrollment is the best basis for budgeting.
5.2.2 Explore innovative funding options
5.2.3 Publish an annual financial report
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| 5.3 Increase operational efficiency. |
5.3.1 Record budget data for historic trend analysis and year to year improvement..
5.3.2 Formalize the budget process.
5.3.4 Implement the budget, including;
5.3.4.a Implement training for department heads.
5.3.4.b Create a tie to performance evaluation system to evaluate profit center managers fiscal performance.
5.3.4.c Implement internal control system
5.3.5 Perform a review of budgeted expenses to balance funding among programs and align with our vision.
5.3.6 Through data analysis determine if we can significantly impact enrollment with tuition and if so, determine the right tuition/enrollment balance
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| 5.4 Review the compensation package for BK employees. |
5.4.1 Review the salary and benefit package provided for similar positions in the local employment market and determine a compensation package and budget for that wage structure. |
GOAL 6: Our school climate supports and complements our mission.
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STRATEGIES
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INITIAL ACTIONS
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| 6.1 Provide the opportunity for a Catholic education for all those who desire.
FIRST YEAR PRIORITY
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6.1.1 Seek ways to improve access for diverse groups, including:
• Minorities
• Learning challenged
• Financial need
6.1.2 Research other schools for financial alternatives to tuition and fees
6.1.3 Expand fund raising
6.1.4 Seek grant opportunities
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| 6.2. Provide a balanced emphasis and support for all activities and athletics. |
6.2.1 Communicate the opportunities available in athletic and academic extra-curricular activities
6.2.3 Provide appropriate funding for activities and athletics
6.2.4 Create balanced recognition for activities and athletics
6.2.5 Create a cooperative venture to promote all activities and athletics
available to students
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6.3 Nurture a healthy environment for the
wider Bishop Kelly community.
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6.3.1 Emphasize consistent high moral standards through dress and behavior
6.3.2 Consistent policies and procedures for discipline |
| 6.4. Assert an enthusiastic support of academic excellence. |
6.4.1 Maintain academic rigor and opportunities
6.4.2 Conduct regular recognition ceremonies
6.4.3 Emphasize class size to optimize learning opportunities
6.4.4 Continue emphasis on strong parental support system
6.4.5 Promote opportunities for involvement in the arts
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| 6.5 Facilitate good moral decision making. |
6.5.1 Consciously evaluate the messages we send to students and ensure they are consistent with our beliefs.
6.5.2 Continue to guide students in making correct moral choices
6.5.3 Focus our teachings on moral choices
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GOAL 7: Our image portrays our vision.
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STRATEGIES
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INITIAL ACTIONS
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| 7.1 Communicate the Vision of Bishop Kelly, “A CATHOLIC COMMUNITY OF LEARNERS AND BELIEVERS” as a clear picture in the minds of all stakeholders.
FIRST YEAR PRIORITY
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7.1.1 Form a task force to develop and implement a marketing and public relations program that contains but is not limited to:
7.1.1.a Recruit Students
7.1.1.b Use a uniform branding of the BK name, logo, and message.
7.1.1.c Ascertain the negative perceptions of BK and find ways to combat them.
7.1.1.d Facilitate positive images through regular communication with print and broadcast media.
7.1.1.e Measure results
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| 7.2 Update website to enhance image and communication opportunities for Bishop Kelly. |
7.2.1 Establish committee to champion website upgrade and do the following:
7.2.1.a Establish key elements that need to be added to website.
7.2.1.b Post current and historical school academic and athletic successes
7.2.1.c Publish class outline with timeline and syllabi for course, update as needed
7.2.1.d Post current activity and meeting calendars
7.2.1.e Create availability to review minutes of BOG, and formalized communications from the principal and president from website
7.2.1.f Equip faculty to create class website
7.2.2 Designate person to be responsible for website up-date and be contact person for inpu
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GOAL 8: Continuous improvement guides our strategic planning.
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STRATEGIES
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INITIAL ACTIONS
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8.1 Bishop Kelly is focused on implementing the strategic plan and achieving its vision.
FIRST YEAR PRIORITY
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8.1.1 Provide Strategic Planning documents to all stakeholders.
8.1.2 Create a monitoring process for the Strategic Plan.
8.1.3 Determine a five-year
budget for the suggested
changes in the Strategic Plan and determine alternate funding options.
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8.2 Determine the changes to policies and
practices that are necessitated by this Strategic Plan.
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8.2.1 Conduct a policy audit and restructuring to assure that all policies and practices are aligned with this Strategic Plan
8.2.2 Establish a policy that directs all program initiatives to be based on assessment results to be aligned with the
Strategic Plan.
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| 8.3 Create an on-going communication plan for informing all stakeholders (internal and external) about progress toward the key performance indicators and the Strategic Plan. |
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