Rhode Island Strategic Planning Process

THE AMBASSADOR DESIGN TEAM

MEET THE DESIGN TEAM

ADT Commitment Through 5/2

February 25

January 29January 10

February 11

March 25 April 8April 1

April 22 May 2

March 11

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

Community VisionsLearning Environment Schools and Communities School Culture Teaching and Learning

Hands-on/ applied learning Community integration/involvement

Inclusive, welcoming, and happy Individualized learning

Technology use/ blended learning

Technology use/blended learning

Technology use/blended learning

Student-centered/driven

Community-based learning

Wraparound services/holistic support

Community engagement/support

Career exploration/post- secondary aligned

Outdoors/ environmentally conscious

Career relevance/exploration

Safety

Community partnership/ engagement

Small classes and schools Family involvement

Student-centered/driven, student voice Small class size/ small group instruction

Individualized learning

Community service/service learning

Holistic support

Community and global connections in learning

Collaborative environment Internship opportunities Mutual respect

Problem-solving/Critical thinking

Fun/playful environment

Learning beyond the classroom

Social interactions/Interpersonal skills Hands-on/applied learning

Wraparound/ support services

Hands-on/applied learning

Real-world skills/relevance

Career relevance/exploration

Fun

Diverse learning opportunities

Multicultural and varied

Real world relevance Engaged learning

PROCESS TIMELINE

11,000 person survey

~200 response

s

Prototype 1

Stakeholder interviews & data review ~400

responses

Prototype 2

~200 response

s

Prototype 3

Expert Interviews &

Research

December - April

Prototype 4

Expert Consultation

Prototype 4

Coherence, Refinement, & Measures

May - June

Adoption & Launch

Final Draft

PROTOTYPE 3

FINAL PRODUCT

A seven to ten page document that describes our state’s vision for PK-12 educational success in 2020 and the

contributions of all major stakeholders to achieve that vision

Structure• Values (third revision)

• Priorities (second revision plus new content)

Content• Release on April 24 includes revisions based on…

o informational interviews and research focusing on visions for success and strategic actions at for the state, district, and community partners

o feedback on Prototype 2

• May 2: full-day revision session to…o ensure the visions of success balance both a pursuit of

equity and excellenceo address key challenge questions for each priority areao select most impactful strategies

• Next prototype released in late May

Equity and ExcellenceEquity

• Definition: The targeted implementation of strategies and resources in areas of greatest need to close gaps in educational opportunities and outcomes

• Approach: Focused &Targeted Strategies and Supports

Excellence

• Definition: Raising the bar of expectations and success for ALL students in Rhode Island

• Approach: Scaling proven efforts and creating the conditions for exploring and innovating new efforts

SAMPLE FEEDBACK

DISCUSSION