AST Schoolwide Action Plan (SP) 2007-2010

As part of the school's accreditation procedure, we develop a schoolwide strategic plan every five years The following plan has been developed with faculty and PA input for use during the next five years in accordance with .our accrediting agency process (WASC).

Area
Goals
Community & Communication

1.  Implement improved methods of communicating academic expectations and performance to parents and students.

2.  Develop and implement strategies to strengthen multicultural communication and sensitivity among all school constituents to better serve AST character / ESLR education.

Academics & Special Programs

1.Continue to monitor enrollment trends to manage change in staffing and programs.

 2.Continue the development and alignment of curriculum with ESLRs and benchmarks, including common assessments.

3.  Continue to support "all" English Language Learners through diverse instructional strategies and assessments.

4.  Continue to develop extra and co-curricular programs (ASA, Field Trips) and support services (College Counseling).

5. Research and evaluate implementation of Fine & Performing Arts (FAPA) integration concept to support “whole person” development.

Personnel

1.Incorporate goals of the 2004-2008 plan, Self Study Plan, and Visiting Team recommendations which include realistic follow-up procedures as a part of administrative responsibility.

2.Develop incentives for staff and faculty retention.

Resources & Technology

1.  Assess and manage the need for new resources for instructional purposes: (a) software and hardware / integrate tech and tech support, (b) science lab, (c) library holdings, (d) mini computer lab, and (e) indoor PE facility.

2.  Continue to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the network and website administration to enhance communication and support instruction (cross reference to Community & Communications #1).

•  Applications for school year (2007-2008) are available now from our Registrar. Sara ,at extension 11.

•  Admissions tests are on May 14 and 16.

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