Pleasantville Schools 2026 The Strategic Long Term Plan€¦ · •Spring 2014-15 •Year One Commitment –Oct 2014 •Year Two Commitment –Oct 2015 •Year Three Commitment –Oct

Pleasantville Schools

2026

The Strategic Long Term Plan

May 22, 2018

Strategic Plan

Pleasantville Schools 2026

• Our Journey …Our Work

• January 2014

• Spring 2014-15

• Year One Commitment – Oct 2014

• Year Two Commitment – Oct 2015

• Year Three Commitment – Oct 2016

• Year Four Commitment – Oct 2017

• Annual End of Year Reports on Progress


Mission

2014-2019

The mission of Pleasantville Union Free School District, the pathway to

unique opportunities inspired by valued traditions, is to empower all

students to thrive as lifelong learners, dynamic thinkers, and

compassionate, contributing citizens through a learning community

distinguished by:

rich, differentiated academic programs in which depth of

understanding, creativity and critical reasoning flourish

a safe, supportive environment of respect and collaboration

exploration of individual passions and celebration of

accomplishments

leadership and service


Beliefs

2014-2019

We believe that…

Respect for all is the foundation of a caring and vibrant

community.

Personal responsibility is essential to a healthy society.

Mindful change is the catalyst for learning, growth and

opportunity as change is inevitable.

Curiosity drives critical thinking, self-fulfillment, and

innovation.

One’s passion to create, dream, learn and persevere

results in joy.

Self-awareness demands reflection.


Beliefs

2014-2019

We believe that…(Cont’d) Freedom of choice is essential to the pursuit of new

ideas.

Embracing individuality maximizes human potential.

The power of advocacy is through one’s own voice.

Integrity requires the courage to stand up for what is

right even if one stands alone.

A sense of family is fundamental to a thriving community.


Strategic Objectives

2014-2019

1. Each student will excel in a personally challenging,

rigorous, academic course of study.

2. Each student will acquire an educational foundation

enabling the pursuit of individual passions.

3. Each student will embody strength of character as a

contributing member of society.

4. Each student will pursue a life of wholeness, purpose

and balance.


Parameters

2014-2019

1. We will base decisions on what is best for students.

2. We will treat all people with dignity and respect.

3. We will honor the voice of every individual.

4. We will ensure integrity in our actions and relationships.

5. We will not compromise our commitment to excellence

in education.


Strategies

2014-20191. We will design dynamic, differentiated learning environments

infused with technology in the arts.

2. We will design dynamic, differentiated learning environments infused with technology in the sciences (STEM).

3. We will design dynamic, differentiated learning environments infused with technology in the humanities.

4. We will explore, design, and realize optimal uses of time, space, and place.

5. We will sustain and expand our climate of holistic wellness.

6. We will communicate to inform and empower.

7. We will strengthen existing and develop new community partnerships.

Pleasantville STRATEGY 1 We will design dynamic, differentiated learning environments infused with

technology in the arts.

District – Technology

Network, Hardware, Software, Staffing and Professional Development

BRS

• Second computer lab

• Redesigned seating in art room

MS

• Additional Laptop carts-one per grade level/”grab-and-go cart”

• Ipads-Special Education

• New Extended learning opportunities/Partnerships-Curiositas/ARC

PHS

• Music Production Hardware & Software (iPads, Beat Pads & Laptops)

• Microsoft Tablet – Creative Work in Art Courses

• Cloud-Based Technology Used in Classrooms

• Professional Development – Technology & Transformation

Pleasantville STRATEGY 2 We will design dynamic and differentiated learning environments infused with

technology in the sciences (STEM)

District – Technology


BRS

• Grades K-4 Coding Curriculum

• Grade 1 – BLUE BOTS

• STEM – Monthly School Wide activities(continued)

• Expand after school offerings

MS

• Improved technology/resources-STEAM Lab

• New Science 5 Program

• Summer/Ongoing PD-STEM & STEAM teachers

PHS

• Inquiry Based Redesign – Lab & Classroom Activities

• New Courses – Python Programming, Astronomy & Calc. BC

• Blended Learning Model – Science, Math & Computer Courses

• On the Horizon – App. Development & Web Page Design 2018 - 2019

Pleasantville STRATEGY 3 We will design dynamic, differentiated learning environments infused with

technology in the humanities

District – Technology –


BRS

• Continue to reconfigure classrooms to meet the needs of alternative instructional

techniques

• Thinking Maps Year 2

MS

• Thinking Maps Training for all staff-Writing off the maps 2018/2019

• Active Learning Center

PHS

• Introduction of Humanities Based Research Course (Year 3)

• Cloud-Based Collaboration – Microsoft 365 (Writing Process)

• TRUTOUCH – Interactive Display Technology

• Student Writing Center & Peer Tutoring

Pleasantville STRATEGY 4

We will explore, design and realize optimal uses of time, space, and place.



BRS

• Master Schedule 6 day cycle K-12

• Active Learning Center

• Second Computer Lab

• Lab tops in classrooms vs carts

• K Circus performance

MS

• Redesign/Renovate front entrance

• Inquiry lab/STEAM lab/STEM lab relocation & renovation

• TRUTOUCH-Interactive Display Technology (6)

• Outdoor café tables (6)

• Redesign front entrance/STEAM Lab-Summer 2018/Bathrooms

• Mural Club-new student generated designs

Pleasantville STRATEGY 4 We will explore, design and realize optimal uses of time, space, and place.

MS …Continued

• Improved courtyard space

PHS

• Schedule Committee – Site Visits & Internal Review (Ongoing)

• Flexible Learning Spaces – Opportunities for Faculty/Student Connections

• Web-Based Tools - Professional Development & Collaboration

Athletics

• JV Locker Room at Parkway

• HS Internship – improve Varsity Locker Room

• Netting for HS Backfield

• Softball Outfield Fence – Parkway Fence

Pleasantville STRATEGY 5 We will sustain and expand our climate of holistic wellness.

BRS

• Enhance building level character education program utilizing the K-12 Green

Bandana Project.

• Empowered grade 4 students as leaders: Green Bandana Project

• BOKS; participants have doubled over years

• Garden, garden, garden!!!!

MS

• Expand partnership with Pleasantville STRONG and PHS to enhance

substance abuse prevention and education

• Spring Plantings/Fall harvest/Juicing

• Extended learning-Mindfulness/wellness club/Health class push-ins

• Green Bandana days/7 principles/Monthly Themes

• Culture Committee (staff)

• Panther Pride-Unified (student)

• 5-8 Move in Day - PTA

Pleasantville STRATEGY 5 We will sustain and expand our climate of holistic wellness.

PHS

• Student Assemblies & Advisory Model

• Partnership with Pleasantville STRONG (Parent and Student Forums)

• Intramural activities (Students and Staff)

• School Counseling Programs (Students and Parents)

• Student Assistance Counselor at PHS (3 days)

• PE Push In Activities

• Partnership with Victim Assistance Services (First Year)

• Upstander Day Expansion – Additional Opportunities over 4 Days– Therapy Dogs, Meditation and Breathing, Art Therapy, Upstander Day

Athletics

• Collaboration with guidance and counseling staff

• PD initiatives

Pleasantville STRATEGY 6 –

We will communicate to inform and empower



BRS

• Parent Math Letters

• Grade 4 to 5 Transition "Coffee" with the Principals

• Twitter

• E Blasts

• Interview Committee (parents)

MS

• Twitter

• Weekly Bulletin

• Parent Night Thinking Maps

• Parent Coffees/PTA

Pleasantville STRATEGY 6 –

We will communicate to inform and empower

PHS

• PHS Weekly Updates (Web-Based Communication)

• Twitter Feed – PHS & Various Clubs/Organizations

• The Green Gazette – Daily Online PHS Happenings

• The Daily Panther – YouTube Channel Devoted to all things PHS

• Email Blasts – School Counseling (Grade Specific)

• Microsoft/Google Forms – Survey Tools Used to Gather Feedback from

Families

• Community Forums – Morning & Evening Events

Athletics

• Continued support of the on-line registration system for athletic medical

clearance

• Website – Parent and Student Guide

• New Coaching Handbook

• College Recruiting – NCAA and Perfect Placement presentations

• Athletic Calendar – Online & Interactive (Live Document)

Pleasantville Strategy 7 We will strengthen existing and develop new community partnerships.

BRS

• Amenity Kits

• Girl Scouts " Positive Notes" Northern Westchester Hospital

• Bartlett Trees

• Pleasantville Rotary

• Arc Stages

MS

• Pleasantville STRONG

• Pleasantville Police Department

• Eighth Grade Community Service Opportunities/Mentors/”Geek Squads”

• Use of MS garden by the Pleasantville Community garden to grow and

harvest produce for the local food pantry

Pleasantville Strategy 7

We will strengthen existing and develop new community partnerships

PHS

• Pleasantville Rotary –Interact Club & Local PerformancesGovernor’s Reception

• Internships – Over 140 Students Placed During the 2017 - 2018

School Year

• Jacob Burns – Students visited the JBFC for Viewings of

Several Films

• Arc Stages

• NW Hospital

• SAS – Youth to Youth and Pleasantville STRONG

• Chamber of Commerce

• Echo – Pville volunteer Ambulance Corps

Pleasantville Schools 2026 The Strategic Long Term Plan€¦ · •Spring 2014-15 •Year One Commitment –Oct 2014 •Year Two Commitment –Oct 2015 •Year Three Commitment –Oct

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