Ayesha Horton

The West Valley School District's new strategic plan is a comprehensive six-year roadmap developed through extensive community engagement with over 1,100 individuals. It is guided by the core values of Belonging, Culture of Excellence, and Better Together, encapsulated by the motto 'Belong, Achieve, Succeed.' The plan aims to foster a student-centered environment, promote academic excellence, enhance student outcomes, ensure accountability, and strengthen the community, ultimately leading to a stronger, more vibrant West Valley by directing resources effectively and providing meaningful, challenging experiences for students.

The board meeting agenda included a presentation regarding the School Improvement Plan and a segment for board member comments.

The meeting included discussion on personnel reports, the 2016-2017 minimum basic education compliance report, and policy work. Additionally, time was dedicated to board comments and an executive session.

The West Valley School District's strategic plan is focused on modernizing classrooms, ensuring on-time and on-budget completion of construction projects, and prioritizing physical and emotional safety for all students. It aims to foster a culture of belonging and excellence, preparing students as 'future-ready learners' with a strong academic mindset, workplace skills, future planning capabilities, and civic engagement. The plan emphasizes strengthening partnerships with local businesses and community organizations and leveraging grants to optimize student learning through technology and innovation.

The meeting included discussions on personnel reports and the disposal of surplus materials from an elementary school. Key agenda items featured an award presentation and a selection process for the future school year calendar. The Board also entered into an executive session before adjourning.