2016-2017 Strategic Planning Process

Planning for Walla Walla Public Schools’ Future

Walla Walla Public Schools is embarking on an exciting journey to develop a long-range Strategic Plan which will serve as a framework for focusing efforts, allocating resources, and prioritizing initiatives in the years to come. Superintendent Wade Smith is leading this inclusive process aimed at identifying current successes, in addition to needs and challenges and then addressing them through laserlike strategic initiatives. Superintendent Smith will infuse multiple layers of dialogue involving students, staff, parents and community members every step of the way. The Strategic Planning process will result in a new Vision, Mission and Values statement for the school district as well as measurable goals and detailed initiatives to support today’s learning needs. It is critical district stakeholders take advantage of the vast opportunities for input and reflection. The Strategic Planning process relies on the sharing of your hopes and dreams for the future of Walla Walla Public Schools as we collectively envision a world-class education for all students.

Strategic Planning Leader

Superintendent Wade Smith
(509) 526-6715
wsmith@wwps.org
Twitter: @WallaWallaSup

Timeline

September 2016 Review and adopt Strategic Planning process Data Review and American Educators Publication
October 2016 Community input review from Community and Staff Strategic Summits, ThoughtExchange, surveys Stakeholder Data Review Data Review and Marzano Book Study Quantitative Data Review
November 2016 District Strengths, Weakness, Opportunities, Challenges review (from Superintendent’s Listening sessions, WWPS surveys, staff and community listening sessions, focus groups) SWOT Analysis Strategic Planning Develop draft Vision, Mission, Values statement Vision, Mission and Beliefs Statements Seek internal and external feedback on draft Vision, Mission, Values statement Listening sessions and prior data/feedback review opportunities
December 2016 Approved Vision, Mission and Belief Statements
January 2017 Draft Strategic Plan Goals and Initiatives
February 2017 Form Strategic Planning Teams (SPTs will develop operational plans for the strategic initiatives) Finalize strategic initiatives
March 2017 Strategic Planning Teams provide progress reports on initiative development 2017-2018 Budget Process
April 2017 Refine operational plans for strategic initiatives Announce proposed Strategic Plan
June 2017 Review proposed final Strategic Plan - Final Strategic Plan Presentation 060617 Adopt Strategic Plan - Approved 2017-2022 Strategic Plan

Archived News & Updates

• Update 9/30/16: 

  District plans community outreach sessions and survey to gain input for Strategic Plan development
  Walla Walla Public Schools is planning a series of community and staff outreach sessions in English and Spanish to get input to inform a long-range Strategic Planning initiative currently underway. These engagement sessions are designed to help the school board and administration gain insight on the district’s strengths as well as opportunities for growth. Two school board members and the superintendent will be leading each of the sessions.

  The district is launching an online survey Oct. 5 to 21, in English and Spanish, also aimed at gathering input on these critical issues. The survey input and feedback from the outreach sessions, in addition to recent listening sessions, data and engagements, will be used in the development of a new Vision, Mission and Values statement for the school district. The data will also be included in discussions as the district develops measurable goals and detailed initiatives to support today’s learning needs as part of the five-year strategic plan. The new Strategic Plan is expected to be completed by June 2017.

  Strategic Plan Community Outreach Series:
  - Parent/Community Session (Spanish): Wednesday, Oct. 5, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Carrie Center (711 Carrie Ave.)
  - Staff Session: Tuesday, Oct. 18: 3:30 to 4:30: Walla Walla High School Library
  - Staff Session: Wednesday, Oct. 19: 3:45 to 4:45: Berney Elementary Library
  - Parent/Community Session (English): Monday, Oct. 24: 6 to 7 p.m.: District Office Anne Golden Boardroom
  - Staff Session: Thursday, Oct. 27, 3:30 to 4:30: Garrison Middle School Library

  Strategic Plan Survey
  - Survey is open Oct. 5 to 21
  - Link available on district website: www.wwps.org
  - Survey is in English and Spanish Link available on district website: www.wwps.org
  - Survey is in English and Spanish