Cari Irwin

The School Plan for Student Achievement (SPSA) for Bacich Elementary School focuses on several key goals: improving mathematics and English Language Arts (ELA) achievement for all students, creating a safe and inclusive learning environment, and fostering a supportive work environment for teachers and staff. Strategies include implementing Multi-Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS), differentiated teaching, targeted interventions, and professional development. The plan aims to address disparities among student groups, particularly in ELA and mathematics, and to reduce chronic absenteeism and suspension rates. The ultimate goal is to ensure all students meet grade-level standards and experience a strong sense of belonging.

The School Plan for Student Achievement (SPSA) for Kent Middle School for the school year 2025-26 focuses on maximizing resources to increase student achievement. The plan is aligned with the Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP) and federal programs, emphasizing academic success, educator development, fiscal responsibility, and community partnerships. Key goals include meeting grade-level standards in reading and mathematics, creating a safe and supportive school environment, and ensuring high job satisfaction for teachers and staff. Strategies involve targeted support for Latinx students and LGBTQ+ students, culturally responsive teaching, restorative justice practices, and professional development.

The 2025-26 Local Control and Accountability Plan for Kentfield Elementary School District focuses on engaging and supporting all students, providing a safe and inclusive environment, attracting and retaining excellent staff, and pursuing financial health. Key goals include eliminating the opportunity gap, fostering a sense of belonging, promoting diversity, and ensuring well-maintained facilities. The plan outlines specific actions and metrics to monitor progress in these areas, with an emphasis on continuous improvement and community engagement.

The 2023-24 budget overview for Kentfield Elementary School District details the allocation of funds from various sources, including the Local Control Funding Formula (LCFF), other state funds, local funds, and federal funds. A significant portion of the budget is dedicated to increasing or improving services for high-needs students (foster youth, English learners, and low-income students), as outlined in the Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP). The plan demonstrates how the district will use LCFF funds to meet the needs of its students. The budget also includes a comparison of budgeted and actual expenditures for high-needs students from the previous year (2022-23), showing that the district successfully utilized available funds to meet its goals.

The Kentfield School District Strategic Plan focuses on creating a safe and supportive learning environment that values social-emotional learning and character development alongside academics. The plan aims to inspire students to pursue their passions through student-centered, inquiry-based teaching practices and a culture of innovation. Key strategic goals include producing balanced budgets to fund engaging programs, attracting and retaining excellent teachers and staff, and eliminating the achievement gap by addressing inequities for historically underserved students. The plan emphasizes the importance of diversity, bold thinking, and strong community connections.