Donna Harper

This strategic plan for Mountain Home Public Schools is primarily focused on academic excellence. Key goals include supporting students' social and emotional needs to enhance academic success, engaging students to meet or exceed academic standards, providing rigorous and relevant curriculum and instruction, and fostering ongoing professional growth among teachers and administrators. The plan emphasizes comprehensive support systems, innovative teaching methodologies, and continuous improvement for both students and staff.

The board meeting included several key agenda items, such as an academic report covering student achievements and standardized testing data, and a review of initial handbooks and procedural manuals for the upcoming school year. Financial reports, student transfer status, and an enrollment update were also provided. Facility project updates were reviewed, and the board approved school-level improvement plans, a resolution designating the district as a Purple Star District in support of military families, and a memorandum of understanding with the Bomber Booster Club regarding the use of the Bomber Sports Network brand. Finally, the board met in an executive session to discuss personnel matters before approving the personnel report.

The board meeting included several recognitions, such as honoring employees for 30 years of service to the school district and presenting the Teacher of the Year awards, including the Richard Padet Extra Mile Award. Additionally, a National Merit Finalist was recognized and shared future academic plans. The meeting also featured a presentation on using data from the Atlas portal to analyze student performance trends, identify standards for improvement, and create administrator action plans. Discussion also covered how teachers can utilize assessment data and individual student profiles for targeted interventions and instructional adjustments.

The board reviewed and approved various personnel recommendations, including certified staff resignations and transfers, classified staff positions, and internal transfers for the upcoming school year. Additionally, the board approved several stipend recommendations for athletic coaching and academic coordination roles across various school departments.

This three-year plan outlines the strategy for teacher and administrator recruitment and retention for Mountain Home Public Schools. It focuses on three key areas: recruiting and retaining a diverse, representative educator workforce, and increasing the number of students from minority backgrounds pursuing education careers. The plan details annual goals, specific actions, and evaluative methods, requiring annual review and updates based on local data analysis to achieve its objectives.