Harnett County School District

This document outlines the Local Academically or Intellectually Gifted (AIG) Plan for Harnett County Schools, aiming to equitably identify and serve diverse gifted learners. The plan focuses on providing comprehensive, research-based practices, differentiated services, and ongoing professional development to meet the academic, intellectual, social, and emotional needs of students. Key pillars include robust student identification procedures, comprehensive K-12 programming, differentiated curriculum and instruction, professional development for personnel, strong stakeholder partnerships, and continuous program accountability. The overarching vision is to foster an inclusive environment where gifted learners are empowered for success, global awareness, responsible citizenship, and lifelong learning.

This strategic plan outlines Harnett County Schools' direction for 2023-2028, aiming to provide every child with an excellent education. It focuses on five key priorities: a comprehensive system of student support, preparing students for future success aligned with NC's Portrait of a Graduate (Enlistment, Employment, Enrollment), quality recruitment and retention of staff, safe and modern learning environments, and financial optimization. The plan is structured around strategic goals for Student Services, Curriculum and Instruction, Human Resources, Auxiliary Services, and Financial Services, with a vision to develop thriving, globally competitive, and highly productive learners.

Harnett County Schools aims to improve literacy and math performance in grades 3-8 by 10% by June 2026. Strategies include providing school-based support, instructional coaches, resources, and professional development. They also plan to reduce student behaviors by 50% through support plans and ensure that 90% of students with disabilities have effective support plans in the EdPlan database. The plan involves increasing student support services staff and providing relevant professional development opportunities.

The document outlines the rental fees for using Harnett County Schools' facilities, including auditoriums, classrooms, cafeterias, gymnasiums, media centers, and high school stadiums. It specifies hourly rates for each facility type, additional fees for kitchen use and tournaments, and flat rate charges for personnel like custodians and cafeteria workers. A processing fee is also mentioned.

Harnett County Schools' 2018-2023 Strategic Plan focuses on developing globally competitive and highly productive citizens. Key areas include enhancing high-quality instruction, improving student behavior and attendance, and expanding curricular and extracurricular opportunities. The plan also prioritizes attracting and retaining high-quality staff, enhancing school leadership, increasing financial resources through local and creative funding, and improving facilities and technology. Collaboration with the Board of Education, business partners, community, and higher education institutions is emphasized to support these goals.