Nicole J Hicks

The meeting included several recognition events, such as honoring students with LPS awards for love, perseverance, and strength, and celebrating two school library programs for receiving state exemplary status. Additionally, a state championship winner in boys tennis was recognized. The Board approved the consent agenda, and administrative reports were presented, covering updates on graduation scheduling, testing results, summer school enrollment, business partnerships, and kindergarten enrollment data.

The 2021-2022 Long Range Plan for Liberty Public Schools details a comprehensive five-step planning process to address educational goals and facility needs. The plan is guided by 20 planning criteria, including safe and secure environments, fostering a sense of belonging, investing in existing facilities, financial stewardship, and universal design. It also addresses early childhood and special education, sustainable learning environments, operational effectiveness, and future facility design with consideration for student-teacher ratios and technology integration. The plan includes a staff recommendation for a $120 million bond package to enhance safety, security, accessibility, and student learning over the next 3-5 years without a tax increase, informed by demographic analysis and existing facility data.

The meeting provided a detailed update on district facilities and ongoing construction projects. Key topics included progress reports on elementary school expansions, the relocation of district administration, the opening of a new school site, and updates on high school renovations, including gym and athletic facility improvements. The discussion also covered the district's ongoing digital transformation initiative, providing devices to students to facilitate anytime learning.

This document highlights the work of the Vision 2020 committee, outlining its guiding principles and focus areas for the future of Liberty Public Schools. The plan is structured around four primary pillars: engagement, hope, entrepreneurial aspirations, and career and financial literacy, derived from the Gallup student poll. Key objectives include fostering learner voice and choice, promoting experiential learning, reviewing curriculum for entrepreneurship and financial literacy, and enhancing student hope through connections and intentional systems. The overall goal is to prepare students with attributes such as self-advocacy, persistence, critical thinking, and social responsibility for college or career.

The document outlines the development of a new, agile strategic plan for Liberty Public Schools, aiming to ensure all students thrive through an equity-centered design thinking process. Key focus areas include enhancing equity and access, boosting student achievement, scaling innovative educational practices, and attracting and retaining top talent. The plan also prioritizes fiscal responsibility and includes the development of a Graduate profile emphasizing critical employability and social-emotional skills. The ultimate vision is to create a continually improving educational environment that prepares students for success in life, career, and further education.