Rossford Schools Strategic Plan
Mission & Vision Statement
Mission
We are learning and growing together to succeed in an ever-changing world by being Respectful, Responsible, and Ready.
Vision
Prepare, inspire and empower all students to achieve success.
Rooted in Growth (Student Experience)
Objective (1/3): Strengthen multi-tiered systems of support (MTSS) by regularly monitoring and adjusting practices based on student data.
Strategies:
- Implement a data dashboard to track MTSS progress and inform decision-making.
- Schedule regular data team meetings to review interventions and make necessary adjustments.
- Review and adjust practices to align with evidence-based MTSS framework.
Success Measures:
- Increase in the percentage of students demonstrating growth from off-track to on-track in early literacy, as well as those reaching proficiency on state assessments across all subject areas.
- Reduction in chronic absenteeism rates as measured by attendance data.
- Improvement in SAEBRS scores and referral data indicating enhanced student behavioral and emotional outcomes.
Objective (2/3): Promote a culture of high expectations by providing challenging, engaging instruction that fosters a growth mindset, encourages perseverance, and supports all learners in achieving academic excellence.
Strategies:
- Embed SEL practices (e.g., Character Strong) to promote growth mindset and perseverance.
- Increase cognitive engagement through challenging, student-centered instruction.
- Strengthen student goal-setting practices with regular progress checks and feedback.
Success Measures:
- Increased student engagement as measured by improvement in student and staff survey results.
- Growth in student enrollment in advanced coursework, including honors and College Credit Plus (CCP).
- Higher rates of student proficiency and growth on Ohio State Tests (OST) and STAR assessments across all content areas.
Objective (3/3): Expand personalized learning pathways that are shaped by student input and leadership, supporting their interests, academic goals, and plans for life after high school.
Strategies:
- Launch student-led goal-setting conferences to co-design personalized learning plans.
- Develop and monitor graduation plans starting in middle school, aligned to postsecondary readiness and graduation seals.
- Create and expand leadership development opportunities for students.
Success Measures:
- Increased graduation rates across all student groups.
- Growth in the number of students who graduate with a clear postsecondary plan and the skills, credentials, or experiences needed to pursue it.
- Improved student satisfaction with learning experiences, as measured by student voice and engagement surveys.
Relationships That Matter (Community Partnerships)
Objective (1/3): Foster Respectful Collaboration between families and schools by offering regular parent nights, helpful workshops, and events to share valuable resources.
Strategies:
- Host family engagement events aligned with the academic calendar which are responsive to family needs and interests.
- Expand opportunities for parent involvement through school-based organizations such as PTO, booster clubs, and other committees.
- Increase outreach efforts by bringing events and resources directly to families in community-based settings.
Success Measures:
- Increased attendance at family engagement events across all school buildings.
- Improved parent satisfaction and perceived value of events, as measured by post-event surveys and feedback tools.
- Expansion in the number of events and outreach activities held outside traditional school settings.
Objective (2/3): Develop Responsive Partnerships with the community through a clear plan that encourages collaboration among schools, families, local businesses, civic groups, and nonprofits.
Strategies:
- Map and maintain a database of community assets.
- Strengthen existing partnerships and pursue new opportunities.
- Collaborate with partners to provide students with service-learning, career exploration, and enrichment opportunities.
Success Measures:
- Annual increase in the number of formal partnerships established or renewed.
- Higher student and staff participation in community-based programs and events.
- Tracked contributions of in-kind donations, grant funding, and volunteer services from community partners.
Objective (3/3): Cultivate Resonating Connections by linking students with real-world and community experiences that support their academic growth and career interests.
Strategies:
- Implement a community service requirement to promote civic engagement and responsibility.
- Expand career exploration activities across grade bands: Elementary – Exposure, Middle School – Exploration, High School – Experiences.
- Broaden career and college fairs to include opportunities in military service, skilled trades, and workforce development.
Success Measures:
- Increase in the number of students completing documented service-learning hours.
- Improved student awareness of postsecondary pathways, as measured through surveys or advising tools.
- Higher district rating on the College, Career, Workforce, and Military Readiness indicator on the state report card.
Reaching & Engaging (Communication)
Objective (1/3): Celebrate student and staff achievements by sharing their stories in ways that reflect who we are as a district in various formats.
Strategies:
- Promote student and staff success through videos, podcasts, social media, and other storytelling tools.
- Launch a user-friendly submission portal for staff and families to share highlights and accomplishments.
Success Measures:
- Increased reach, engagement, and frequency of district content across social media and website platforms.
- Greater staff and family participation in submitting stories that celebrate student and staff success.
Objective (2/3): Enhance and streamline the district’s communication efforts by identifying key audiences, setting clear goals, and using consistent messaging to keep students, families, staff and community members informed and connected.
Strategies:
- Conduct a communications audit to assess current tools and streamline platforms.
- Create message templates and a communications playbook to ensure consistency across channels.
- Launch a centralized digital hub with clear navigation and guidance for accessing district information.
Success Measures:
- Potential reduction in the number of communication platforms in active use.
- Increased satisfaction with communication clarity and accessibility, as measured by community feedback.
- Higher engagement with the centralized communications hub (e.g., website visits, app usage, click-through rates).
Objective (3/3): Foster two-way communication by establishing regular feedback loops between students, families, staff and community members.
Strategies:
- Launch regular district-wide surveys to gather input and share results transparently with stakeholders.
- Increase ongoing communication between staff and families through postcards, emails, phone calls, and other personal outreach efforts.
Success Measures:
- Higher response rates on district surveys across all stakeholder groups.
- Improvement in stakeholder satisfaction and perception ratings on climate and engagement surveys.
Responsible Stewardship (District Resources)
Objective (1/3): Ensure safe, well-maintained facilities and responsible financial management to support district growth and retain a highly skilled, dedicated workforce.
Strategies:
- Regularly review, update, and practice district safety plans in collaboration with local first responders.
- Showcase district facilities through visual storytelling.
- Share results of financial audits and budget updates to promote transparency and trust.
- Strengthen recruitment, development, and retention efforts to maintain a high-quality, student-centered workforce.
Success Measures:
- Full compliance with required safety drills and documentation in coordination with safety partners.
- Timely completion and public reporting of financial audits and reviews.
- Increased transparency in the use of grant and general fund dollars, as communicated by the Finance Department.
- Improved retention and recruitment of high-quality staff, as evidenced by increased applicant interest, reduced vacancy rates, and positive staff feedback on professional growth and support.
Objective (2/3): Continue to leverage the district as a community hub by evaluating access to facilities and programs beyond school hours.
Strategies:
- Evaluate community use of district spaces through stakeholder feedback and participation data.
- Promote open gyms, learning labs, and family-friendly events held at school facilities on evenings and weekends.
- Educate the public on the facility use process to increase awareness and accessibility.
Success Measures:
- Increase in the number of community events and programs hosted at district facilities.
- Higher participation in school-based programs open to the public.
- Positive community feedback regarding the accessibility, clarity, and value of shared district spaces.
Objective (3/3): Evaluate current programs and professional development opportunities with staff input to guide decision-making and promote shared ownership.
Strategies:
- Solicit staff feedback related to current programming, including the development of new courses, curriculum materials, and initiatives.
- Administer post-PD surveys and collect recommendations to guide future offerings.
- Host professional learning showcases where staff can share strategies, resources, and successes with peers.
Success Measures:
- Increased staff participation in surveys, feedback sessions, committees, and professional learning events.
- Higher staff satisfaction and relevance ratings on professional development evaluations.
- Growth in the number of staff-led presentations or resource-sharing sessions during faculty meetings or PD days.