Goal 7: The district will create and monitor annual budgets that promote each student's academic success while maintaining a responsible and responsive fiscal plan.
Action Plan 7A: Create an Annual Budget
The Board of Education, in conjunction with the Superintendent, will evaluate the budget priorities list and survey board members when necessary to revise the list.
Create annual budgets that are responsive to student needs, have a focus on budget priorities as identified by the Board of Education, and comply with the law.
Action Plan 7B: Investigate Revenue Alternatives
Investigate and apply for grant opportunities.
Utilize guidance from the district facilities plan to develop a plan for a no-tax-increase bond issue.
Monitor existing fund balances and develop a plan if necessary to campaign and pass a new district levy.
Action Plan 7C: Monitor Student Enrollment and Attendance
Ensure that class sizes are consistent with grade-level and program standards as outlined in the Missouri School Improvement Plan (MSIP).
Ensure that course offerings and time allotments are appropriate at each grade-level and course as outlined in the Missouri School Improvement Plan (MSIP).
Monitor student attendance rates and student attendance incentives.
Monitor and respond to legislative actions that have potential negative effects on public school enrollment.
Action Plan 7D: Provide Two-way, Reliable, and Representative Communication with All Stakeholders
Review district communication plan and methods to provide regular two-way and reliable communication to all stakeholders.
Intentionally engage parents/guardians and other stakeholders to create partnerships that support the development and achievement of district students.
Action Plan 7E: Engage in Continuous and Innovative Improvement
Collect, analyze, and submit appropriate and required data and make data-based decisions.
Use an intentional feedback system to improve and refine district performance.
