Strategic Plan

Increase the number of students in the district achieving grade-level proficiency in math as measured by state assessments.

Actions:

• Implement a comprehensive math curriculum aligned with state standards and best practices.
• Provide ongoing professional development for math teachers to enhance instructional strategies and content knowledge.
• Utilize data-driven assessments to identify areas of improvement and provide targeted support for students.
• Offer additional math support resources such as tutoring, afterschool programs, and online learning platforms.
• Foster a positive attitude toward math through enrichment activities, competitions, and real-world applications.

Targets:

Percentage of students in the district at 3rd, 7th, and 10th grade will achieve grade-level proficiency in math as measured by state assessment data.

Increase the number of students in third grade across the district achieving grade-level proficiency in English Language Arts as measured by state assessments.

Actions:

• Implement evidence-based literacy instruction in early childhood education programs and elementary schools.
• Provide professional development opportunities for teachers to enhance their literacy instruction skills.
• Implement screening and intervention programs to identify and support students struggling with reading.
• Enhance family and community engagement in promoting literacy through workshops, literacy nights, and community partnerships.
• Provide resources and support for parents to help them foster literacy skills at home.

Targets:

Percentage of students in the district at 3rd, 7th, and 10th grade will achieve grade-level proficiency in math as measured by state assessment data.

• End June 2023: 47.2% Baseline, Washington State 47.7%
• End June 2024: 54% Target
• End June 2025: 60% Target
• End June 2026: 66% Target
• End June 2027: 76% Target 

Increase the percentage of high school students graduating on time (4-year cohort) district-wide.

Actions:

• Implement personalized learning plans for all students to track progress towards graduation requirements and post secondary goals.
• Expand access to rigorous coursework, career and technical education programs, and dual credit opportunities.
• Provide comprehensive counseling and support services to address academic, social, and emotional needs of students.
• Develop partnerships with local businesses, colleges, and community organizations to provide internships, job shadowing, and mentorship opportunities.
• Expand dropout prevention strategies such as early warning systems, attendance tracking, and targeted intervention for at-risk students.

Target:

Washington State: 82% in 2023

South Kitsap School District: 83.6% in 2023, 84% in 2024, 87% in 2025, 89% in 2026, 92% in 2027

South Kitsap High School: 88% in 2023, 90% in 2024, 92% in 2025, 93% in 2026, 95% in 2027

Discovery High School: 50.5% in 2023, 57% in 2024, 64% in 2025, 71% in 2026, 79% in 2027

Explorer Academy: 85.9% in 2023, 86% in 2024, 87% in 2025, 88% in 2026, 89% in 2027

Increase the number of students with regular attendance. 

Actions:

• Measure attendance using tiers (less than 90%, between 90-95%, and better than 95%)
• Stop measuring attendance using daily attendance rate
• Aligning attendance codes and data entry
• Continue community engagement board and to provide support for all students
• Continue attendance awareness campaign
• Expand Tier 2 and 3 interventions

Target:

Increase the number of students missing less than 17 days of school in a year.

• June 2023 Baseline - 55% Baseline
• By End June 2024 - 65% Target
• By End June 2025 - 75% Target
• By End June 2026 - 85% Target
• By End June 2027 - 90% Target

Increase the number of students, staff, and families who feel they belong in the South Kitsap School District.

Actions:

• Continue the Belonging Team
• Continue the Staff perception survey
• Continue Parent Partnership Advisory Council
• Student conferencing data
• Start student perception survey
• Start parent/guardian perception survey
• Enhance transitions

Target:

• 9th Grade on Track for Graduation - 47% Baseline, 80% Target
• Student Involvement in Activities - 54% Baseline, 75% Target
• Student Survey Data - in 24/25 Baseline, 95% Target
• Family Survey Data - in 24/25 Baseline, 95% Target
• Staff Survey Data, Job Satisfaction - 72% Baseline, 95% Target
• Staff Retention - 87% Baseline, 95% Target

Destination TOP 5, the South Kitsap School District Priority Plan for 2020-2025, includes results from surveys, academic performance data, and feedback from parents, staff, students, and the community. The plan honors the work done in the past and will guide the work of the district moving forward. The full Priority Plan document is linked below.

Priority Plan 2020-2025 full length pdf

Thought Exchange Surveys