Greg Main

The Goodrich Area Schools Return to Learn and Continuity of Services Plan (2023-2024) focuses on preparing students for life by developing essential skills and habits for emotional, physical, and social well-being. The plan prioritizes in-person learning five days a week for grades DK-12, with virtual options available for students with health needs. Key areas of focus include maintaining a safe and engaging learning environment, providing personalized learning support, fostering family engagement, and ensuring academic challenge. The plan addresses COVID-19 mitigation strategies based on CDC community levels, including cleaning protocols, hand hygiene, and health screenings. The district will comply with all local, state, and federal mandates regarding health and safety measures. The plan will be reviewed every six months.

Goodrich Area Schools' strategic plan for 2025-2026 focuses on several key areas. It aims to develop a comprehensive facility and infrastructure plan to ensure a safe and secure learning environment, maintain and improve existing facilities and technology, and repurpose spaces to support academic and athletic growth. The plan also emphasizes cultivating a culture of kindness, respect, diversity, and safety, along with a consistent communication strategy. Furthermore, it seeks to enhance student motivation and support through various academic, social, and emotional opportunities, increase access to 21st-century learning, align curriculum with Michigan standards, and fully implement a Multi-Tiered System of Support framework.

The document provides a medical rate summary for Goodrich Area Schools, detailing various health plan options and their associated costs. It includes information on different MESSA plans, such as ABC Plan 2 and Balance+, as well as BCBSM and BCN alternatives. The summary outlines rates for single-person, two-person, and full-family coverage, along with estimated annual savings for each plan. It also notes that BCBSM rates include certain federal and state taxes and fees, and proposed rates are based on the census provided by the district.

This District Communications Plan for Goodrich Area Schools aims to foster productive relationships and effective, transparent communication with all internal and external stakeholders. The plan establishes a proactive and interactive communication style, focusing on creating a unified message, building brand identity, and improving community engagement. Key goals include developing positive stakeholder relationships, maintaining transparency, enhancing customer service, and utilizing ParentSquare as the primary tool for streamlined information dissemination.

The Goodrich Area Schools Loss of Learning Time Plan addresses learning loss due to the pandemic. The plan uses various funding sources and focuses on a Guaranteed and Viable Curriculum, a balanced assessment system, and improved Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS). Strategies include high-dose tutoring, intensive individualized support, expanded learning time, curriculum updates, MTSS implementation, and tiered academic interventions across grade levels. Implementation is measured through attendance, grades, benchmark assessments, and stakeholder feedback. The plan also incorporates professional development for staff on various topics, including high-quality balanced assessments and social-emotional learning.