Strategic Plan
Overview
The Avon Grove School District developed a Strategic Plan during the 2014-2015 school year. The development of the Strategic Plan utilized a comprehensive and unique approach that involved various stakeholders in the district.As a result of process, the required Comprehensive Plan was submitted and approved by the Pennsylvania Department of Education in June of 2015. The Influence Maps (Visioning, Barriers, Actions) generated during the strategic planning process provide the mission and vision for the district for the future as well as specific high leverage strategies for action for accomplishing the vision.
Mission
The purpose of the Avon Grove School District is to foster a learning environment for all students to be exceptionally well-prepared to succeed and lead full and meaningful lives.
Vision
All Avon Grove students are well prepared to create their futures.
Current Strategic Initiatives
Special Education Plan 2018-2021
The draft Special Education Plan is open for public display and feedback until April 2018 when it will be approved and submitted. You can view the draft plan in hardcopy at each AGSD building or online.
The overall intent of the Facilities Strategic Initiative is to evaluate the current building infrastructure and develop a plan for the future aligned with the mission and vision of the Avon Grove School District. The plan shall include best uses for the existing facilities and sites to meet the needs of students, based on the strategic plan, the educational programs and enrollment projections. In addition, the plan shall include renovation and maintenance needs for the current buildings as well as the potential for future expansion of district facilities based upon the educational goals of the district.
Major Initiative Updates
January 2018
December 2017
November 2017
October 2017
September 2017
Completed Strategic Initiatives
High School Bell Schedule
Lengthened instructional periods have provided students with a deeper learning in a project-based environment, increased flexibility for scheduling and learning options, minimized interruptions and downtime and maximized the efficiency of resources.
Full Day Kindergarten
The full-day kindergarten program creates a strong foundation in academic, social and emotional skills to ensure our youngest learners are exceptionally well prepared to succeed.
Communications & Community Engagement
Through this initiative, the District has increased proactive communication to ensure that stakeholders are informed and have the opportunity to be actively engaged in the district.