Cortney Gantt

This document outlines the strategic goals for Pasco County Schools, aiming to provide a world-class education that prepares all students for success in college, career, and life. Key priorities include student academic performance, participation in accelerated courses, performance of students with disabilities, parental choice, student engagement, and budget alignment. The plan is structured around seven strategic goals: increasing academic achievement, ensuring curriculum and instruction alignment, fostering a safe and engaging learning environment, enhancing operational efficiency and resource allocation, developing a robust maintenance and construction program, cultivating community and family engagement, and expanding college and career acceleration opportunities for all students.

The board convened for a closed session specifically to conduct negotiations.

The board convened for a closed session dedicated to the review of safety and security plans, as well as an assessment utilizing the Florida Safe Schools Assessment Tool.

The Pasco County Schools adopted a Success Plan for the 2015-2016 academic year to achieve academic success and accountability. The plan is built around four strategic pillars: excellence in student achievement, employee success, taxpayer value, and connecting to the community. These pillars are aligned with the district's key priorities of high-impact instruction, data-driven decisions, and collaborative culture. The plan emphasizes parental involvement, effective communication, and will be measured through quarterly reports and school scorecards.

This document is an end-of-year message from Superintendent Kurt Browning, thanking staff for their dedication and reflecting on the school year. It highlights the initial implementation of Common Core State Standards and outlines future strategic directions focusing on rigorous academics, the development of 21st-century skills such as innovation and problem-solving, and social-emotional competencies. The message emphasizes a commitment to investing in staff through professional development and fair compensation, aiming to position the district as a leading choice for both employment and high-quality education for children.