Veronica Diaz

This strategic plan serves as a shared roadmap for building the district's future, focusing on key priorities such as expanding academic opportunities, enhancing student support, modernizing learning spaces, and deepening family engagement. It emphasizes a commitment to the well-being of students and staff, evidenced by increased student attendance and a more diverse pool of district applicants. The plan aims to ensure every student thrives by fostering a culture of excellence and community collaboration.

Key discussions and actions during the meeting included presentations on the School Improvement Plans (SIPs) for Enger, Scott's, and Westdale Schools. The Board approved the Consent Agenda, which covered several FOIA requests and numerous personnel actions including new hires, position changes, retirements, FMLAs, and resignations. Financial matters addressed were the approval of the 2026-2027 District Calendar, the resolution regarding the estimated 2025 Tax Levy with a required public hearing notice, and the acceptance of the bid package for the Westdale School Renovation (phase 2). The Board also approved a Winter Break Staff Request and nominated a delegate for the IASB Joint Annual Conference. Following a closed session to discuss personnel matters, the Board approved the Superintendent Succession of Absence Policy and accepted the resignation of the Building & Grounds/Operation & Maintenance Director.

The meeting included discussions on the Superintendent's report, focusing on the Strategic Plan Town Hall Meeting. Old business included Project Thanksgiving 2025 and the 2025 Joint Annual Conference. New business addressed reminders for the upcoming D83 Town Hall, Community Breakfast, and the next Board Meeting. A board member shared parent concerns and requests for topics related to supporting children with autism. The board also discussed the recommendation regarding students who are not residents of District 83.

The strategic plan for Manheim School District 83 aims to build the future together by impacting student learning and supporting families. It focuses on five key areas: growing student achievement, developing climate and culture, empowering staff, strengthening family and community partnerships, and optimizing resources. The ultimate goal is to ensure students strive to grow, achieve their full potential, and become productive citizens.

The town hall provided an update on the district's strategic plan, highlighting progress in expanding academic opportunities, enhancing student support, modernizing learning spaces, and deepening family engagement. The plan emphasizes the well-being of students and staff, resulting in a more diverse pool of district applicants and increased student attendance. The strategic plan is a shared road map created by the voices of families, staff, board of education and community.