Lorenzo Barraza

This strategic plan outlines five key objectives to guide the district. These objectives focus on delivering high-quality and culturally sustainable learning experiences, ensuring strong school leadership and educator quality, preparing all students for college and careers, fostering an inclusive and collaborative district culture, and implementing effective routines and systems.

This document, titled 'Portrait of a Graduate,' outlines an action plan for Bernalillo Public Schools to guide the future direction of student learning. Its core purpose is to ensure that every student receives an educational experience that prepares them for success in life, college, career, or military service, and to become contributors to their communities. The plan aims to continually enhance the educational experience by prioritizing challenging academic content and developing a framework that provides students with the necessary skills for a changing and complex world.

This document provides an overview of Bernalillo Public Schools' progress and strategic direction. It highlights a sustained focus on quality instruction, increased district-wide expectations, and significant student growth and resilience across various elementary schools with high attendance rates. The plan emphasizes deepening efforts and expanding opportunities for academic achievement for all students, preparing them for a life of success through intentional planning and community engagement, covering the period through the 2025-2026 school year.

This document outlines strategic goals focused on enhancing educational quality and student outcomes. Key areas include providing high-quality, culturally sustaining learning experiences, developing strong school leadership and educator quality, ensuring college and career readiness for all students, fostering an inclusive and collaborative district culture, and implementing effective systems and routines.

The Board meeting included various recognitions of staff and students across the district. A presentation was provided by the Bernalillo High School administrative team regarding school data, instructional vision, and current initiatives. The Safety and Security Director gave an update on district projects. Additionally, the Board reviewed and approved the Consolidated Board Report, a voided check listing, budget adjustment requests, January vouchers, and a request for leave without pay. An executive session was conducted to discuss limited personnel matters and pending litigation.