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    Greater Fall River Vocational School District
    Fall River, Massachusetts

    Strategic Plan
    2010 – 2015
    June 2013

    Introduction To the 2013-2014 Action Plan
     

    With this document, the Greater Fall River Vocational School District renews its commitment to providing students with the 21st century education and skills that will prepare them for the challenges of tomorrow. As promised, the District’s progress on each of the 2012-2013 Target activities was evaluated and is reported as either “Met”, “In Progress”, or “Not Met”. While not losing sight of our five-year goals, it became necessary to modify some of our future targets to reflect the current economic and community conditions. A description of our progress is included with each five-year goal.

    The Greater Fall River Vocational School District Committee and Community wish to thank the following individuals for their time, energy, and commitment throughout the process of revising this five-year strategic plan.

    Marta Montleon, Chairperson
    Dennis Abdow Kyle Alves
    Nathan Byrnes Danielle Candido
    Robert Ciosek Roger Dugal
    Joseph Janeiro Linda King
    Joan Menard Debbie Pacheco
    Thomas Pierreira             Barbara Pitera
    Catherine Prisk Carl Sawejko
     

    Progress Report Contributors
    Kyle Alves
    Thomas Aubin
    Brian Bentley
    Al Ferreira
    Lois Miller
    Debbie Pacheco
    Kenneth Pacheco
    Barbara Pitera


    The Greater Fall River Vocational School District Committee and Community wish to thank the following individuals for their time, energy, and commitment throughout the process of developing the five-year strategic plan.

    Marta Montleon, Chairperson
    Dennis Abdow Thomas Aubin
    Glenn Benevides Thomas Branco
    Sandra Carpenter Andrea Case
    Robert Ciosek James Clarkin
    Roger Dugal Jeffrey Gregory
    Karl Hetzler Daniel Hetzler
    Joseph Janeiro Kathy Laprise
    Michelle Letendre Kimberly Moniz
    Marta Montleon Thomas Norton
    Steven Ouellette Debbie Pacheco
    Maureen Pacheco Gisele Parent
    Thomas Perreira Ismael Ramirez-Soto
    Robert Rioux Carl Sawejko
    Chris Shannon Maria Torres
    Katie Warren Anne-Marie Zenni
     

    The mission of Greater Fall River Vocational School District is to provide students with the 21st century education and skills that will prepare them for the challenges of tomorrow.
    Vision

    Greater Fall River Vocational School District graduates are technically skilled with the academic, vocational, and workplace competencies that prepare them to succeed in a complex and ever-changing society.
    Goal Areas
    Program Development
    Facilities
    Student Learning
    Community Outreach and Public Relations


    Embedded Themes
    Data Driven Decisions
    Going "Green"
    Supporting Diversity
    Preparing Graduates for the Economic Climate
     
     
    Our Commitment to Our Students and the Greater Fall Fiver Vocational Community
     
    1. To provide a positive and inclusive environment which ensures that every student is given the opportunity to respect and develop his/her potential without regard to race, color, creed, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, economic status, or disability while appreciating and respecting the cultures and differences of others.
       
    2. To provide a safe, state-of-the-art facility that integrates academic and vocational/technical programs and prepares students to meet state academic and industry performance standards.
       
    3. To provide opportunities for students to acquire and develop work ethic and professional work place skills such as:
      • Attendance and punctuality
      • Workplace appearance, accepting direction, and constructive criticism
      • Motivation and initiative
      • Understanding workplace culture, policy, and safety
      • Communication and interpersonal skills required for workplace success
         
    4. To provide all ninth grade students with an opportunity to explore their interests in a wide scope of trade/career options.
       
    5. To provide guidance and resources to students concerning social issues, employment and educational opportunities, and vocational orientation.
       
    6. To provide personnel with the resources and supports needed to grow and develop professionally towards the goals of increasing student achievement and providing a wide range of career opportunities for students.
       
    7. To use student assessments and other data to develop and implement program improvements, including the review, revision, and development of curricula, courses, programs, and instructional practices.
       
    8. To encourage students to pursue professional improvement leading to certification/licensure in their trade areas and post-secondary education.
       
    9. To provide continuing adult education with a focus on enhancing technical skills and fostering life-long learning.
       
    10. To continuously seek out and develop partnerships with business, industry, government and the community.

    Program Development

    Goal 1: Provide students with continuous exposure to multiple technologies culminating in industry-recognized credentials.

    1.1: – 2010-2011 Target – Develop a four-year plan to address continuous exposure and target credentials. (met)
    1.2: – 2011-2012 Target – Identify a credential(s) for each shop program. (met)
    1.3: - 2012-2013 Target – Continue to investigate credential and pursue industry recognized credentials as appropriate to each vocational area. (met)
     

    Vocational Departments reviewed industry credentials available to students at the Advisory Committee Meetings on October 4, 2012. Department Heads also presented recommendations for funding in the budget meetings held in January and February for the FY14 budget. Departments have been directed to include documentation of certificates and industry credentials in their End-of-the-Year Reports and in their New England Association of School and Colleges (NEASC) self-evaluations.

    Goal 2: Gain full Chapter 74 approval for at least one new program.
     

    2.1: – 2010-2011 Target – Track student placement and job market in specific areas.
    2.2: – 2011-2012 Target – Analyze student placement and job market data and develop a plan for student enrollment based on year one outlook. (met)
    2.3: - 2012-2013 Target: Investigate several vocational shops that are presently Chapter 74 approved for consideration at Diman. (not met)
     

    Little progress has been made on this goal this year. The faculty and staff of Diman have all been assigned to self-evaluation committees in preparation for a visit of the New England Association of School and Colleges (NEASC). Due to the importance of this process, the committee to review Chapter 74 programs was not been formed. It should be noted, however, that information related to the formation of a bio-medical/technology course or program is being reviewed by the Science Department and the Electronics Department is reviewing their proposed CVTE Frameworks with the goal of expanding their curriculum in the area of robotics.

    Goal 3: Address the needs of vocational students in shops that do not have a related class.

    3.1: – 2010-2011 Target – Evaluate master schedule. (met)
    3.2: – 2011-2012 Target – Develop a new master schedule that facilitates having all related classes for all vocational programs during the academic cycle. (in progress)
    3.3: - 2012-2013 Target - Finalize new master schedule for input and union approval. (met)
     

    A new master schedule was developed based on the eight-period day. This schedule maintains double periods for English, Math, and Science in the freshmen and sophomore years and double periods in English and Math in the junior year. The second vocational related period would also move from the junior to the senior year. In the senior year English and Math would change to a double period/single period rotation. This schedule would enable Diman to provide Title I as a supplemental service in all four years and physical education to all students. The new schedule will be implemented in the 2013-2014 school year. Academic Department Heads were consulted during the planning stage. DTA approval was not necessary.

    This change does not, however, address the issues related to the five vocational departments that do not have a related class during the academic cycle. They are: Dental Assisting, Drafting, Electronics, Graphic Communications, Health Assisting, and Office Technology.

    Goal 4: Twenty percent of Diman graduates will experience learning in a virtual and/or similar alternative class environment.
     

    4.1: – 2010-2011 Target – Identify options for virtual and/or alternative learning environments. (met)
    4.2: – 2011-2012 Target – Implement and evaluate pilot program. (met)
    4.3: - 2012-2013 Target – Expand pilot program to 5% of the student body and evaluate progress. (not met)
     

    Student progress in the International Virtual High School program is monitored by the site coordinator. Diman also has a VHS trained teacher providing a Portuguese Language I course which provides Diman with 25 student VHS “seats”. There are twelve “seats” taken by students taking either full-year or single semester courses. Although this does not meet the 5% target, it is a 25% increase over last year.

    The School of Practical Nursing continues to provide a Basic Math for Health Care Professionals course through the GFRVSD Moodle contract with the South Coast Compact. Eighty-one LPN students took this on-line course.

    Diman began a “soft roll out” of the use of the Diman Website for interactive curriculum and instructional support. Students now have access to student accounts and faculty training in the use of Fusion pages has begun.

    Goal 5: Investigate, and if appropriate, develop a program that designs and/or implements alternative energy resources.

    5.1: – 2010-2011 Target – Analyze the feasibility of implementing alternative energy / green technology resources. (met)
    5.2: – 2011-2012 Target – Pilot alternative energy/green technology program integration into selected building trades. (met)
    5.3: - 2012-2013 Target – Implement renewable energy/green technology integration in all building programs with continual research in alternative energy resources. (in process)

     
    The Department of Elementary and Secondary Education Career Vocational Technical Education office released new vocational curriculum frameworks. Vocational Departments will begin reviewing the new frameworks to update their curriculum during the summer 2013. Alternative energy and green technology will be one of the focus areas identified in many of the framework reviews.

    The Facilities Management Department built the framework for the Electrical Department’s Green Energy Photovoltaic Project. Site work was completed over the winter and Electrical students installed the photovoltaic panels in the spring. The Green Energy Photovoltaic Project is now generating energy, connected to the regional electrical grid, and reducing Diman’s use of commercially generated energy. This project will continue to be a combined perpetual demonstration and instructional site.

    Facilities

    Goal 6: The Greater Fall River Vocational School District will conduct a ground- breaking ceremony for a building project that includes the renovation of and an addition to the Greater Fall River Vocational School District that includes alternative energy and green building technology.

    6.1: – 2010-2011 Target – Constitute a School Building Committee to, in conjunction with MSBA, conduct a needs assessment/feasibility study and make recommendations as to the project scope. (not met)
    6.2: – 2010-2011 Target – Constitute a School Building Committee to, in conjunction with MSBA, conduct a needs assessment/feasibility study and make recommendations as to the project scope. (not met)
    6.3: - 2012-2013 Target - Constitute a School Building committee to, in conjunction with MSBA, conduct a needs assessment/feasibility study and make recommendations as to the project changes. (not met)
     
    The School Building Authority recently opened its “window” for the submission of on-line Statements of Interest. The Greater Fall River Vocational School District has requested a password for access to this site and will renew and submit a SOI for a renovation and expansion of Diman.

     
    It should also be noted that the power company at Brayton Point has offered/given Diman 14,000 square feet of portable classroom space. The School Committee initially voted to accept the donation, but reversed that decision based on the cost of moving and setting up the structures.

    Student Learning

    Goal 7: The Diman master schedule will provide core essentials, as well as access and support to enhance educational opportunities.

    7.1: – 2010-2011 Target – Adopt a new master schedule for implementation in the 2011–2012 school year. (not met)
    7.2: – 2011-2012 Target – Develop supplemental educational offerings such as distance learning, online learning, and dual enrollment that will enhance the master schedule. (met)
    7.3: – 2012-2013 Target – Implement at least one supplemental educational offering such as distance learning, online learning, dual enrollment/contract course that will enhance the master schedule. (met)
     

    Diman accessed the JFYNetwork platform for summer assignments in math and additional training is being provided for teachers during the school year. The dual enrollment English 101 course offered in 2011-2012 was very successful and was expanded to a two semester series (English 101 and English 102) for 2012-2013. Office Technology also continues to offer OFC 120 Text Editing and OFC 255 Executive Office Procedures. New this year is the Introduction to Sustainability, a one-credit project-based course that will focus on a variety of sustainability concepts.

    7.2.a: - Develop and adopt a new master schedule for implementation in the 2012-2013 school year. (in progress)
    7.3 a: -Develop and adopt a new master schedule for implementation in the 2013–2014 school year. (met)
     

    A new master schedule was developed based on the eight-period day and will be implemented in the 2013-2014 school year.

    Goal 8: Establish a school culture of health and wellness.

    8.1: – 2010-2011 Target – Develop a four-year plan to evaluate and improve health and wellness of the Diman community. (met)
    8.2: – 2011-2012 Target – Implement the first stage of the Health and Wellness Plan. (met)
    8.3: – 2012-2013 Target – Implement second stage of Health and Wellness Plan. (not met)

     
    The Wellness Committee has not initiated any new activities this year. Wellness activities continue to focus on tobacco cessation, concussion awareness, yoga, and improving the cafeteria menus. The School Council endorsed the recommendation of the Wellness Committee regarding the nutritional value of school lunches and included this in the School Improvement Plan called for posting the nutritional values for meals served in the student cafeteria. At this time, however, the information is incomplete with nutritional values posted for the free and reduced lunch offerings but only the calorie count for other meal choices.

    Goal 9: Offer an environmental science program that supports alternative and green technology.
     

    9.1: – 2010-2011 Target – Develop a four-year plan to initiate and implement environmental science program that supports alternative and green technology. (met)
    9.2: – 2011-2012 Target – Develop a four-year plan to initiate and implement environmental science program that supports alternative and green technology. (in progress, schedule dependent)
    9.3: – 2012-2013 Target – Investigate career options and projections for the bio-medical field in the Greater Fall River area and recommend next steps. (met)

     
    It should be noted that the focus of this goal shifted from alternative and green technology to bio-medical in year three of the Strategic Plan.

    Members of the Science Department investigated partnerships with higher education and obtained cost estimates for a bio-medical/technical laboratory. Although a grant that was not funded, the activity provided good experience and laid the groundwork for future endeavors. Dr. Alex Fowler at the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth is providing contacts for follow-up discussions. The Dean of Students has also identified the development of a Chapter 74 Bio-Technology Program as his leadership project.

    Goal 10: Increasing the number of students accessing articulated credit and/or matriculating into credit bearing college courses.

    10.1: – 2010-2011 Target – Develop a four-year plan identifying effective strategies and programs to improve areas of documented post-secondary shortfalls. (in progress)
    10.2: – 2011-2012 Target – Implement first stage of post-secondary improvement plan. (met)
    10.3: – 2012-2013 Target – Implement second stage of post-secondary improvement plan. (met)
     
    The importance of students doing well in the Accuplacer was included as part of presentation to parents by the Guidance Department this fall. Diman is offering an Accuplacer preparation course as elective this year and continues to offer Accuplacer testing on site. The Guidance Department has also established a two-year rotating schedule for representative from colleges, schools, and programs to provide information to its staff.


    The School of Practical Nursing provided information on the TEAS (Test of Essential Academic Skills) to seniors who are interested in pursuing careers in the health field and provided a preparation class after school.

    All students are now receiving their credit articulated paperwork before they graduate and an explanation is offered to what is available to them. The packet will again be updated for the class of 2012.

    Goal 11:     Attain 80% Proficiency or above in all high stakes MCAS areas.

    11.1: – 2010-2011 Target – Improve Diman 2011 MCAS results to 80% Proficiency in English Language Arts, 76 % Proficiency in Mathematics, and 65% Proficiency in Science, Technology, and Engineering. (Met)
    11.2: – 2011-2012 Target – Improve Diman 2012 MCAS results to 85% Proficiency in English Language Arts, 85% Proficiency in Mathematics, and 70% Proficiency in Science, Technology, and Engineering. (not met, but achieved DESE AYP)
    11.3: –2012-2013 Target – Improve Diman 2013 MCAS results to 95% Proficiency in English Language Arts, 95% Proficiency in Mathematics, and 75% Proficiency in Science, Technology, and Engineering. (local benchmarks not met, but met all targets set by DESE.)
     

    Although Diman met the Massachusetts DESE benchmarks and achieved Annual Yearly Progress (AYP), we did not meet the Diman Strategic Plan Benchmarks. Students at Diman achieved 93% proficiency in English Language Arts; 84% proficiency in Mathematics, and 74% proficiency in Science. It is also noted that Diman has been designated a Level I school by the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education.

    Community Outreach and Public Relations

    Goal 12: Produce weekly educational broadcasting from the Greater Fall River Vocational School District Vocational Technical High School.
     

    12.1 – 2010-2011 Target – Produce ten (10) 30-minute programs during the school year to be aired on the community access channels of our sending communities. (Not met)
    12.2 – 2011-2012 Target – Produce ten (10) 30-minute programs during the school year to be aired on the community access channels of our sending communities. (Not met)
    12.3: –2012-2013 Target – Produce ten (10) Diman "shorts" during the school year to be aired on YouTube and offered to the community access channels of our sending communities. (not met)

     
    The media production and animation course is producing Diman “shorts” that were aired at School Committee meetings, distributed to the sending communities’ public access television stations, and posted to YouTube. “Shorts” have been produced on sports, SkillsUSA, and cooperative education. In place of some of the “shorts”, longer production of school events have also been sent to the community access stations.

    Goal 13: Expand the adult continuing education program offering by 50 percent; double the current enrollment and the offering of distance learning options.

    13.1 – 2010 2011 Target – Increase the Adult Continuing Education Program offerings by 10%, increase enrollment by 20% from 2009-10. (not met)
    13.2 – 2011-2012 Target – Increase the Adult Continuing Education Program offerings by 10%, increase enrollment by 20% from 2009-10 and offering enhanced distance learning courses. (not met)
    13.3: – 2012-2013 Target – Increase the Adult Continuing Education Program offerings by 15%, increase enrollment by 30% from 2009-10 and offering enhanced distance learning courses. (in progress)

     
    In addition to the code courses that continue to be the focus of the continuing education program, Diman is partnering with the Workforce Development Board to offer machine technology and CNC courses to un-and under employed adults.

    Goal 14: Weekly positive press in local media outlets.

    14.1 – 2010 2011 Target – Submit a minimum of 1 bi-weekly positive press to local media. (met)
    14.2 – 2011-2012 Target – Submit a minimum of 3 positive press to local media per month. (met)
    14.3: – Submit an average of one weekly positive press to local media. (met)
     
    The Principal’s office maintains an activity calendar of all school events, the photography club provides pictures, and articles continue to be submitted to local publications. Initial contact has also been established with the Herald News reporter newly assigned to Diman.


    Goal 15: The leveraging of community partnerships to develop at least one major training education, and/or employment event each year.

    15.1: – 2010-2011 Target – Working with community partnerships, survey stakeholders, plan, and execute community event as a pilot activity. (met)
    15.2: – 2011-2012 Target – Working with community partnerships, evaluate pilot community activity, plan, and execute major training, education, and/or employment event. (met)
    15.3: – 2012-2013 Target – Working with community partnerships, evaluate pilot community activity, plan, and execute major training, education, and/or employment event. (met)
     

    Working with community partnerships, Diman conducted a College and Career Fair on November 1, 2012 and a job fair for March 27, 2013. Diman is also partnered with the Chamber of Commerce and the Herald News for the Fall River Home and Garden Show on March 16, 2013. Diman partnered with the City of Fall River for the Fall River Neighborhood Energy Contest for the first time on March 2, 2013. Administration also supported efforts by the Diman Parents’ Advisory Council to create a Parent Academy. This year’s Academy presentations included “Internet Safety & Bullying Prevention” on October 16, 2012, “Bullying and Cyberbullying” on February 7, 2013, and “Freedom from Chemical Dependencies” on May 14, 2013. The Special Education PAC also sponsored a presentation by Atty. Jean Sullivan “Planning for the Future of Your Child with Special Needs” on April 10, 2013.


    Goal 16: The establishment of a non-profit educational foundation for the benefit of the Diman Community.

    16.1: – 2010-2011 Target – Investigate options for the creation of a non-profit
    educational foundation for the benefit of the Diman Community and establish a committee. (met)
    16.2: – 2011-2012 Target – Complete legal and financial documents and records needed to create a non-profit educational foundation for the benefit of the Diman Community, incorporate, and plan events. (not met)
    16.3: – 2012-2013 Target – Complete legal and financial documents and records needed to create a non-profit educational foundation for the benefit of the Diman Community, incorporate, and plan events. (met)


    Diman Bengal Educational Foundation has held three meetings this year and is in the final stages of drafting by-laws and filed initial incorporation documents. The by-laws define the foundation’s mission as supporting capital related projects. It is anticipated that the financial resources generated from various fundraising activities would contribute to the expansion or renovations of the school buildings and facilities (grounds or athletic fields).


    2013 – 2014 Action Plan

    Program Development
     
    Five Year Goal and Annual Targets
     
    Goal 1:         Provide students with continuous exposure to multiple technologies culminating in industry recognized-credentials.
             1.1: ‒ 2010-2011 Target – Review programs with credentials and identify credential areas. (met)
             1.2: ‒ 2011-2012 Target – Identify new credential(s) for each shop program. (met)
             1.3: ‒ 2012-2013 Target – Continue to investigate credential and pursue industry recognized    credentials as appropriate to each vocational area.
             1.4: ‒ 2013-2014 Target – In addition to maintaining existing credentials, continue to investigate and expand industry recognized credentials available to students as appropriate to each vocational area.
    Strategies/Activities
    Projected Start Date
    Resources Needed to Complete
    Responsible Person(s)
    Evaluation Measure/Criteria
    1.4.1 Investigate new and emerging certificates/ credentials.
    September 2013
    Department meeting time, Department Head meeting time
    Vocational Coordinator
    Report to Administrative Team
    1.4.2 Meet with Advisory Committees to review industry recognized credentials available for students in each vocational area.
    September 2013      April 2014
    Clerical support to send out meeting notices
    Vocational Coordinator, Department Heads
    Recommendations included in Department Advisory Committee minutes
    1.4.3 Report Advisory Committee recommendations to General Advisory Committee.
    October 2013     February 2014
    Clerical support to compile and type minutes
    Vocational Coordinator
    Recommendations included in General Advisory Committee minutes
    1.4.4 If appropriate, provide cost / benefit analysis and bring forward recommendation for budget consideration.
    February 2014
    Clerical support to compile report if needed
    Vocational Coordinator
    Industry recognized credentials for each vocational department included in the GFRVSD FY 14 budget

     

     

     

    Program Development
     
    Five Year Goal and Annual Targets
     
    Goal 2:         Gain full Chapter 74 approval for at least one new program.
             2.1: ‒ 2010-2011 Target – Track student placement and job market in specific areas. (met)
             2.2: ‒ 2011-2012 Target – Analyze student placement and job market data and develop a plan for student enrollment based on year one outlook. (met)
             2.3: ‒ 2012-2013 Target –  Investigate several vocational shops that are presently Chapter 74 approved for consideration at Diman.
             2.4: ‒ 2013-2014 Target – Develop a program proposal for a Chapter 74 BioTechnology Program 
     
    Strategies/Activities
    Projected Start Date
    Resources Needed to Complete
    Responsible Person(s)
    Evaluation Measure/Criteria
    2.4.1 Compile a needs assessment including workforce needs, student interest, community support, and possible business/industry partners.
    October 2013
    Clerical support to send out surveys and compile reports
    Vocational Coordinator, Assistant Superintendent-Director/Principal, Superintendent
    Presentation of needs assessment for Administration and School Committee
    2.4.2 Create a BioTechnology Advisory Committee.
    November 2013
    Clerical support to send out meeting notices
    Vocational Coordinator, Assistant Superintendent-Director/Principal, Superintendent
    Attendance including interested Diman faculty, high education and industry representatives, Minutes of meeting
    2.4.3 Review DESE curriculum standards for biotechnology and develop scope and sequence for a Diman program.
    November 2013
    Faculty Committee and Clerical Support
    Vocational Coordinator, Assistant Superintendent-Director/Principal
    Presentation of Scope and Sequence to Advisory Committee. 
    2.4.4 Due to space constraints, investigate alternative off campus options.
    November 2013
    School Committee Support
    Assistant Superintendent-Director/Principal, Superintendent
    Report to Administrative Team, Report to School Committee
    2.4.5 Review and complete Chapter 74 program application.
    January 2014
    Administration, Faculty, School Committee, Clerical, and Advisory Committee Support
    Vocational Coordinator, Assistant Superintendent-Director/Principal, Superintendent
    Application submitted to DESE.

     


    Program Development
     
    Five Year Goal and Annual Targets
     
    Goal 3:         Address the needs of vocational students in shops that do not have a related class.
             3.1: ‒ 2010 – 2011 Target – Evaluate master schedule. (met)
             3.2: ‒ 2011-2012 Target – Develop a new master schedule that facilitates having all related classes for all vocational programs during the academic cycle. (in progress)
             3.3: ‒ 2012-2013 Target – Finalize new master schedule for input and union approval
             3.4: ‒ 2013-2014 Target – If deemed beneficial for students, develop an alternative shop related program for those seniors on cooperative employment placements who do not have a vocational related class during the academic cycle.
     
    Strategies/Activities
    Projected Start Date
    Resources Needed to Complete
    Responsible Person(s)
    Evaluation Measure/Criteria
    3.4.1 Develop a cost:benefit analysis of offering senior related to students on cooperative employment placements. 
    October 2013
    Support from Coop-Coordinator, Department Heads of effected programs, clerical support to survey other vocational schools.
    Vocational Coordinator, Assistant Superintendent-Director Principal
    Analysis and report to Administrative Team
    3.4.2 Investigate possible alternative learning opportunities.
    October 2013
    Meeting time and support of Department Heads and 12th grade teachers of effected programs
    Vocational Coordinator, Assistant Superintendent-Director Principal
    Proposal to Administrative Team
    3.4.3 Identify teachers to provide alternative related courses in the five target vocational departments.
    January 2014
    Grant and/or local funds, DTA cooperation, administrative support
    Vocational Coordinator, Assistant Superintendent-Director Principal
    Approved teacher schedules if changes are needed
    3.4.4 Provide professional development to identified teachers.
    March 2014
    Grant and/or local funds,
    Professional development provider.
    Vocational Coordinator, Grants Coordinator, Assistant Superintendent-Director Principal
    Identification of provider, successful completion of professional development by teachers
    3.4.5 Teachers modify senior curriculum to meet on-line learning needs. 
    April 2014
    Curriculum time
    Teacher, Department Head, Vocational Coordinator
    Submission of Curriculum to Assistant Superintendent-Director Principal
    3.4.6 Revise grading procedures for cooperative employment.
    May 2014
    Meeting time
    Vocational Coordinator, Cooperative Education Coordinator, Guidance Director
    Revised grading procedures reported to Administrative Team

     

     

    Program Development
     
    Five Year Goal and Annual Targets
     
    Goal 4: Twenty percent (20%) of Diman graduates will experience learning in a virtual and/or similar alternative class environment.
    4.1: ‒ 2010-2011 Target – Identify options for virtual and/or alternative learning environments. (met)
    4.2: ‒ 2011-2012 Target – Implement and evaluate pilot program. (met)
    4.3: ‒ 2012-2013 Target – Expand pilot program to 5% of the student body and evaluate progress.
    4.4: ‒ 2013-2014 Target – Conduct a needs assessment to develop a 21st century vision of distance and alternative college readiness learning.
     
    Strategies/Activities
    Projected Start Date
    Resources Needed to Complete
    Responsible Person(s)
    Evaluation Measure/Criteria
    4.4.1 Gather data from other vocational schools.
    October 2013
    Clerical support
    Assistant Superintendent-Director/Principal, Academic Coordinator
    Report of analysis to Administrative Team
    4.4.2 Develop needs assessment based on anecdotal, qualitative, and quantitative data.
    November 2013
    Clerical and data collection support
    Assistant Superintendent-Director/Principal, Academic Coordinator
    Report of analysis to Administrative Team
    4.4.3 Create and implement a plan based on research and best practices.
    February 2014
    Analysis reports, input from Administrative Team, clerical support
    Assistant Superintendent-Director/Principal, Academic Coordinator
    Plan presented to School Committee


    Program Development
     
    Five Year Goal and Annual Targets
     
    Goal 5:         Investigate, and if appropriate, develop a program that designs and/or implements alternative energy resources.
    5.1: ‒ 2010-2011 Target – Analyze the feasibility of implementing alternative energy/green technology resources. (met)
    5.2: ‒ 2011-2012 Target – Pilot alternative energy/green technology program integration into selected building trades. (met)
    5.3: ‒ 2012-2013 Target – Implement alternative energy/green technology integration in all building programs with continual research in alternative energy resources.
    5.4: ‒ 2013-2014 Target – Monitor and evaluate renewable energy/green technology program integration.
     
    Strategies/Activities
    Projected Start Date
    Resources Needed to Complete
    Responsible Person(s)
    Evaluation Measure/Criteria
    5.4.1 Review new CVTE Curriculum Frameworks in construction trades to determine the level of renewable energy green technology integration required.
    November 2013
    Approved CVTE Curriculum Frameworks, Perkins funds for curriculum work
    Vocational Coordinator,   Department Heads
    New Vocational Department specific Scope and Sequence Documents will indicate areas of renewable energy/green technology integration
    5.4.2 Review new CVTE Curriculum Frameworks in non-construction trades to determine the typical carbon footprint for the trade and the level of renewable energy green technology integration required.
    November 2013
    Approved CVTE Curriculum Frameworks, Perkins funds for curriculum work
    Vocational Coordinator,   Department Heads
    New Vocational Department specific Scope and Sequence Documents will indicate areas of renewable energy/green technology integration
    5.4.3 Identify one area of increased renewable energy/green technology integration in each vocational department.
    April 2014
    Approved CVTE Curriculum Frameworks, Vocational Department Scope and Sequences documents, Perkins funds for curriculum work
    Vocational Coordinator,   Department Heads
    Implementation report or plan from each department

     

     
    Facilities
     
    Five Year Goal and Annual Targets
     
    Goal 6:          The Greater Fall River Vocational School District will conduct a groundbreaking ceremony for a building project that includes the renovation of and an addition to the Diman Regional Vocational Technical High School that includes alternative energy and green building technology. 
    6.1: ‒ 2010-2011 Target ‒ Constitute a School Building Committee to, in conjunction with MSBA, conduct a needs assessment/feasibility study and make recommendations as to the project scope. (not met)
    6.2: ‒ 2011-2012 Target) ‒ Constitute a School Building Committee to, in conjunction with MSBA, conduct a needs assessment/feasibility study and make recommendations as to the project. (not met)
    6.3: ‒ 2012-2013 Target ‒ Constitute a School Building Committee to, in conjunction with MSBA, conduct a needs assessment/feasibility study and make recommendations as to the project changes. (not met) 
    6.4: ‒ 2013-2014 Target ‒ Constitute a School Building Committee to, in conjunction with MSBA, conduct a needs assessment/feasibility study and make recommendations as to the project changes. 
     
    Strategies/Activities
    Projected Start Date
    Resources Needed to Complete
    Responsible Person(s)
    Evaluation Measure/Criteria
    6.4.1 Constitute a School Building Committee or see 6.4.2.
    December 2013
    School Committee Support
    Superintendent; School Committee Chairperson
    School Building Committee that meets all the criteria set by MSBA
    6.4.2 Refresh the MSBA SOI if needed.
    December 2013
    School Committee Support
    Superintendent; School Committee Chairperson
    Confirmation of MSBA receipt of refreshed SOI
    6.4.3 Conduct a needs assessment/feasibility study if the project is approved by MSBA.
    December 2013
    School Committee Support, SBA Support, Funding
    Superintendent; School Committee Chairperson
    Successful completion and presentation of needs assessment/feasibility study to School Committee
    6.4.4 Make recommendations as to the project scope if the project is approved by MSBA.
    May 2014
    School Committee Support, SBA Support, Funding
    Superintendent; School Committee Chairperson
    Presentation to School Committee

     

     
     
    Student Learning
     
    Five Year Goal and Annual Targets
     
    Goal 7:          The Diman master schedule will provide core essentials, as well as access and support to enhance educational opportunities.
    7.1: ‒ 2010-2011 Target – Adopt a new master schedule for implementation in the 2011–2012 school year. (not met)
    7.2: ‒ 2011-2012 Target – Develop supplemental educational offerings such as distance learning, online learning, and dual enrollment that will enhance the master schedule. (met)
    7.2 a: - Develop and adopt a new master schedule for implementation in the 2011–2012 school year. (in progress)
    7.3: ‒ 2012-2013 Target – Implement at least one supplemental educational offering such as distance learning, online learning, dual enrollment/contract course that will enhance the master schedule.
    7.3 a: ‒ Develop and adopt a new master schedule for implementation in the 2013–2014 school year. 
    7.4: ‒ 2013-2014 Target – Evaluate the changes to the master schedule.

    Strategies/Activities
    Projected Start Date
    Resources Needed to Complete
    Responsible Person(s)
    Evaluation Measure/Criteria
    7.4.1 Implement a pilot Advanced Placement course in senior English.
    September 2013
    Professional Development for teacher(s), funds for curriculum development
    Assistant Superintendent-Director Principal, Academic Coordinator
    At least one section of AP English offered in the 2013-2014 schedule.
    7.4.2 Review student performance under the new master schedule.
    November 2013 and March 2014
    Clerical Support; Data Resource Support
    Assistant Superintendent-Director Principal, Academic Coordinator, Guidance Director
    Report to Superintendent-Director and Administrative Team
    7.4.3 Survey teachers impacted by the new master schedule.
    October 2013 and April 2014
    Clerical Support; Data Resource Support
    Assistant Superintendent-Director Principal, Academic Coordinator, Guidance Director
    Report to Superintendent-Director and Administrative Team
    7.4.4 Investigate best practices from other schools and DESE.
    October 2013
    Clerical Support; Data Resource Support
    Assistant Superintendent-Director Principal, Academic Coordinator, Guidance Director
    Report to Superintendent-Director and Administrative Team
    7.4.5 Analyze data and make recommendations as needed.
    November 2013
    Clerical Support; Data Resource Support
    Assistant Superintendent-Director Principal, Academic Coordinator, Guidance Director
    Report to Superintendent-Director and Administrative Team

     

     
    Student Learning
     
    Five Year Goal and Annual Targets
     
    Goal 8:         Establish a school culture of health and wellness.
    8.1: ‒ 2010-2011 Target – Develop a four-year plan to evaluate and improve health and wellness of Diman community. (met)
    8.2: ‒ 2011-2012 Target – Implement first stage of Health and Wellness Plan. (met)
    8.3: ‒ 2012-2013 Target – Implement second stage of Health and Wellness Plan.
    8.4: ‒ 2013-2014 Target – Reconstitute Diman Health and Wellness Committee.
     
    Strategies/Activities
    Projected Start Date
    Resources Needed to Complete
    Responsible Person(s)
    Evaluation Measure/Criteria
    8.4.1 Identify new committee members and begin to meet
    September 2013
    Administrative, faculty, and clerical support
    Assistant Superintendent-Director Principal, Superintendent
    Committee meetings notes and attendance
    8.4.2 Review work from previous committee
    October 2013
    Administrative, faculty, and clerical support
    Committee Chair
    Committee meetings notes and attendance
    8.4.3 Develop a new Health and Wellness Plan
    November 2013
    Wellness Committee, Administrative and Clerical Support
    Committee Chair
    Plan presented to Administrative Team and School Committee
    8.4.4 Implement plan
    January 2013
    Local resources to fund programs
    Committee Chair, Assistant Superintendent-Director Principal
    Attendance and activity reports

     

    Student Learning
     
    Five Year Goal and Annual Targets
     
    Goal 9:          Provide students with access to career options in the bio-medical field. 
    9.1: ‒ 2010-2011 Target – Develop a four-year plan to initiate and implement environmental science program that supports alternative and green technology. (not met)
    9.2: ‒ 2011-2012 Target – Develop a four-year plan to initiate and implement environmental science program that supports alternative and green technology. (in progress – schedule dependent)
    9.3: ‒ 2012-2013 Target – Investigate career options and projections for the bio-medical field in the Greater Fall River area and recommend next steps.
    9.4: ‒ 2013-2014 Target – Investigate career options and projections for the bio-technology / bio-medical field in the Greater Fall River area and recommend next steps.
     
     
    Strategies/Activities
    Projected Start Date
    Resources Needed to Complete
    Responsible Person(s)
    Evaluation Measure/Criteria
    9.4.1 Develop a list of potential co-operative education employment sites
    October 2013
    Assistance from Science Department Head, Clerical Assistance
    Assistant Superintendent-Director Principal, Cooperative Education Coordinator
    List of sites presented to Administrative Team.
    9.4.2 Explore STEM grant options for funding a bio-technology / bio-medical program. 
    October 2013
    Administrative Team and Clerical Support
    Superintendent, Grants Manager
    Grant application(s) submitted for potential funding sources.
    9.4.3 Visit and tour vocational schools with bio-technology / bio-medical programs.
    January 2014
    Scheduling support, substitutes
    Assistant Superintendent-Director Principal,
    Report to Administrative Team
    9.4.4 Develop potential higher education pathways for graduates.
    March 2014
    BCC Liaison, Clerical Support
    Guidance Director, Science Department Head
    Career pathways map created for bio-technology / bio-medical field(s)

     

     
    Student Learning
     
    Five Year Goal and Annual Targets
     
    Goal 10:          Increasing the number of students accessing articulated credit and/or matriculating into credit bearing college courses.
    10.1: ‒ 2010-2011 Target – Develop a four-year plan identifying effective strategies and programs to improve areas of documented post-secondary shortfalls. (in process)
    10.2: ‒ 2011-2012 Target – Implement first stage of post-secondary improvement plan. (met)
    10.3: ‒ 2012-2013 Target – Implement second stage of post-secondary improvement plan.
    10.4: ‒ 2013-2014 Target – Implement third stage of post-secondary improvement plan.
     
    Strategies/Activities
    Projected Start Date
    Resources Needed to Complete
    Responsible Person(s)
    Evaluation Measure/Criteria
    10.4.1 Presentation to students and parents on the importance of Accuplacer when applying to college.
    September 2013
    Meeting time with parents and students; funds for presenter
    Director of Guidance; Academic Coordinator, Asst. Superintendent-Director/Principal
    At least 20 students sign-up for Accuplacer class
    10.4.2 Provide an Accuplacer preparation class as a Saturday and/or Extends option.
    October 2013
    Funds for staff and materials, support from JFYNet
    Director of Guidance, Academic Coordinator, Grant Manager
    25% improvement between pre- and post-test scores for participating students
    10.4.3 Continued communication with BCC, UMass Dartmouth, Diman LPN, and other industry trade programs.
    On-going
    Meeting time with Guidance, College and Postsecondary Liaisons
    Director of Guidance
    Add one dual enrollment and/or contract class
    10.4.4    Investigate other post-secondary options for students.
    January 2014
    Meeting time with Guidance, Department Heads, Lead Teachers
    Director of Guidance, Vocational Coordinator, Academic Coordinator, LPN Director, Department Heads
    Updated post secondary options in Diman course catalogue book
    10.4.5 Implement second year of rotating schedule for representatives from colleges, schools, and programs to provide information to guidance and administration staff.
    January 2014
    Guidance, College and Postsecondary Liaisons time and clerical support
    Director of Guidance
    Track and report number of post-secondary institutions and student participation
    10.4.6 Provide TEAS (Test of Essential Academic Skills) information to seniors who are interested in pursuing careers in the health field.
    October 2013
    Hand-outs, clerical support, possible scheduling support
    Director of Guidance, LPN Director
    Increased enrollment of Diman students in LPN program
    10.4.7 Provide TEAS preparation class after school for interested seniors.
    January 2014
    Hand-outs, clerical support, possible scheduling support, funds for teaching faculty
    Director of Guidance, LPN Director
    25% improvement between pre- and post-test scores for participating students
    10.4.8 Offer blended Moodle course in Human Growth, Development, and Behavior for Diman seniors.
    January 2014
    LPN Faculty to teach course
    Director of Guidance, LPN Director
    Interested seniors complete and articulate required LPN course.
    10.4.9 Provide Machine Tool Technology for adult learners.
    September 2013
    Grant funds and support of Machine Tool Technology Teachers.
    Superintendent, Evening School Coordinator
    Enrollment of at least 8 adult students
     
     
    Student Learning
     
    Five Year Goal and Annual Targets
     
    Goal 11:          Attain 80% Proficiency or above in all-high stakes MCAS areas.
    11.1: ‒ 2010-2011 Target – Improve Diman 2011 MCAS results to 80% Proficiency in English Language Arts, 76% Proficiency in Mathematics, and 65% Proficiency in Science, Technology, and Engineering. (met)
    11.2: ‒ 2011-2012 Target – Improve Diman 2012 MCAS results to 85% Proficiency in English Language Arts, 85% Proficiency in Mathematics, and 70% Proficiency in Science, Technology, and Engineering. (not met, but achieved DESE AYP)
    11.3: ‒ 2012-2013 Target – Improve Diman 2013 MCAS results to 95% Proficiency in English Language Arts, 95% Proficiency in Mathematics, and 75% Proficiency in Science, Technology, and Engineering.
    11.4: ‒ 2013-2014 Target – Improve Diman 2013 MCAS results 100% Proficiency in English Language Arts, 100% Proficiency in Mathematics, and 75% Proficiency in Science, Technology, and Engineering.
     
    Strategies/Activities
    Projected Start Date
    Resources Needed to Complete
    Responsible Person(s)
    Evaluation Measure/Criteria
    11.4.1 Increase the Bengal Challenge emphasis on improving academic skills.
    July 2013
    Funds for Bengal Challenge
    Academic Coordinator; Asst. Superintendent-Director/Principal
    Students in Bengal Challenge will be familiar with JFYNet support programs
    11.4.2 Expand JFYNet support for MCAS prep.
    October 2013
    JFYNet Support, teacher cooperation
    Academic Coordinator; Asst. Superintendent-Director/Principal
    Increased student use by 25%
    11.4.3 Increase academic emphasis of Saturday School and Saturday Credit Recovery.
    October 2013
    JFYNet Support, teacher cooperation
    Dean of Students, Academic Coordinator; Asst. Superintendent-Director/Principal
    Increased student use by 25%
    11.4.4 Initiate 2014 Saturday MCAS Prep program.
    February 2014
    Grant funds, Staff
    Grant Coordinator, Academic Coordinator
    Positive DESE Student Growth Report

     

     
    Community Public
     
    Five Year Goal and Annual Targets
     
    Goal 12:          Produce weekly educational broadcasting from the Greater Fall River Vocational School District Vocational Technical High School.
    12.1: ‒ 2010-2011 Target – Produce ten (10) 30-minute programs during the school year to be aired on the community access channels of our sending communities. (not met)
    12.2: ‒ 2011-2012 Target – Produce six (6) 30-minute programs during the school year to be aired on the community access channels of our sending communities. (not met)
    12.3: ‒ 2012-2013 Target – Produce ten (10) Diman "shorts" during the school year to be aired on YouTube and offered to the community access channels of our sending communities.
    12.4: ‒ 2013-2014 Target – Produce ten (10) Diman "shorts" and/or Diman event programs during the school year to be aired on YouTube and/or offered to the community access channels of our sending communities.
     
    Strategies/Activities
    Projected Start Date
    Resources Needed to Complete
    Responsible Person(s)
    Evaluation Measure/Criteria
    12.4.1 Maintain media classes for the 2013-2014 school year.
    September 2013
    Student scheduling, classroom/computer lab, funds for equipment, supplies, and materials
    Academic Coordinator, Asst. Superintendent-Director/Principal, Business Manager
    Students requesting Media I and Media II will be scheduled and a classroom assigned
    12.4.2Create a student-based production team.
    September 2013
    Media II class
    Media Teacher, Media Club Advisor
    Report from Media II Teacher and Media Club Advisor
    12.4.3 Provide instruction in film,
    2-D animation and video post production.
    September 2013
    Funds for equipment, supplies, and materials
    Media Teacher, Media Club Advisor
    Viewing of Diman "shorts" at faculty meeting
    12.4.4 Include students in the filming of school events.
    November 2013
    Funds for equipment, supplies, materials, and students filming.
    Media Club Advisor Asst. Superintendent-Director/Principal, Business Manager
    Community Access Viewing of Diman events

     

     
    Community Public
     
    Five Year Goal and Annual Targets
     
    Goal 13:          Expand the adult continuing education program offering by 50 percent; double the current enrollment and the offering of distance learning options.
    13.1: ‒ 2010 2011 Target – Increase the adult continuing education program offerings by 10%, increase enrollment by 20% from 2009-10. (not met)
    13.2: ‒ 2011-2012 Target – Increase the adult continuing education program offerings by 10%, increase enrollment by 20% from 2009-10 and offer enhanced distance learning courses. (not met)
    13.3: ‒ 2012-2013 Target – Increase the adult continuing education program offerings by 15%, increase enrollment by 30% from 2009-10 and offer enhanced distance learning courses.
    13.4: ‒ 2013-2014 Target – Increase the adult continuing education program offerings by 15%, increase enrollment by 30% from 2009-10 and offer enhanced distance learning courses.
     
    Strategies/Activities
    Projected Start Date
    Resources Needed to Complete
    Responsible Person(s)
    Evaluation Measure/Criteria
    13.4.1 Include courses in Solid Works and/or CNC programming in the Continuing Education Schedule.
    August 2013 December 2013     March 2014
    Faculty to teach the course(s); funds for materials; advertising
    Adult Continuing Education Director
    Class offered in 2013-2014 school year
    13.4.2 Provide information on SolidWorks and/or CNC programming to the FR Area Chamber of Commerce and area machine shops.
    December 2013     March 2014
    Faculty to teach the course(s); funds for materials; advertising
    Adult Continuing Education Director
    Class offered in 2013-2014 school year
    13.4.3 Include flyer with mass mailings to parents on Continuing Education Opportunities.
    August 2013
    Technical support from Office Technology Department and funds for materials
    Adult Continuing Education Director
    Flyer included in at least 2 parent mailings
    13.4.4 Continue ad campaign including the O Jornal, Standard Times, and community access television.
    August 2013 December 2013      March 2014
    Technical support from Office Technology Department and funds for ads.
    Adult Continuing Education Director
    Three (3) ads per year
    13.4.5 Send a telephone and email communication.
    August 2013 December 2013     March 2014
    Assist. Superintendent-Director /Principal to do an all-call
    Adult Continuing Education Director
    Three (3) telephone blasts per year
    13.4.6 Update the course catalogue with schedule of inserts for each session.
    July 2013    November 2013   February 2014
    Technical support from Office Technology Department and funds for materials
    Adult Continuing Education Director
    New course selection catalogue available for 2013-2014 adult education program
    13.4.7 Collaborate with FR Area Chamber of Commerce.
    August 2013
    FR Area Chamber of Commerce Membership
    Superintendent, Adult Continuing Education Director
    Targeted recruiting in adult education audience in business community
    13.4.8 Recruit one instructor to provide an enhanced distance learning course.
    August 2013 December 2013     March 2014
    Trained instructor
    Adult Continuing Education Director
    Class offered in 2013-2014 school year

     

     
    Community Public
     
    Five Year Goal and Annual Targets
     
    Goal 14:          Weekly positive press in local media outlets.
    14.1: ‒ 2010 2011 Target – Submit a minimum of 1 bi-weekly positive press to local media. (met)
    14.2: ‒ 2011-2012 Target – Submit a minimum of 3 positive presses to local media per month. (met)
    14.3: ‒ 2012-2013 Target – Submit an average of one weekly positive press to local media.
    14.4: ‒ 2013-2014 Target – Submit a minimum of weekly positive press to local media.
     
    Strategies/Activities
    Projected Start Date
    Resources Needed to Complete
    Responsible Person(s)
    Evaluation Measure/Criteria
    14.4.1   Networking breakfast with area newspapers (Herald News, Spirit, Spectator, Chronicle, Westport Shorelines, O Jornal), electronic outlets (JoinDayo), and sending community Public Access TV stations.
    September 2013
    Funds for breakfast
    Superintendent-Director; Asst. Superintendent-Director/Principal; support staff
    List of contacts for public relations available in both the Administration Office and the Superintendent's Office
    14.4.2 Maintain contact with O Jornal.
    September 2013
    Translator or translating service if needed
    Superintendent-Director; Asst. Superintendent-Director/Principal; support staff
    At least four major events will be highlighted in O Jornal
    14.4.3 Maintain activity calendar for all Diman related events and activities.
    September 2013
    Clerical Support
    Asst. Superintendent-Director/Principal; support staff
    All events and activities will be listed on the MecNet Calendar and accessible to all faculty and staff
    14.4.4 Notify press of Diman related events.
    September 2013
    Contacts in all press and electronic media; clerical support
    Superintendent-Director; Asst. Superintendent-Director/Principal; support staff
    At least four major events will be "covered" by local newspapers
    14.4.5   Notify Photography Club and/or appropriate Diman department for pictures coverage.
    September 2013
    Advisor/Teacher contacts for Photography Club and departments; clerical support
    Superintendent-Director; Asst. Superintendent-Director/Principal; support staff
    The Diman website will add an average of at least one event picture a month
    14.4.6 Write a press release including pictures for any event that is not “covered” by the press and submit to all print media outlets.
    September 2013
    Time, hard copy file of all press releases
    Superintendent-Director; Asst. Superintendent-Director/Principal; support staff
    An average of at least one submitted positive press item will appear in the local media monthly

     


    Community Public
     
    Five Year Goal and Annual Targets
     
    Goal 15:          The leveraging of community partnerships to develop at least one major training education, and/or employment event each year.
    15.1: ‒ 2010-2011 Target – Work with community partnerships, survey stakeholders, plan, and execute community event as a pilot activity. (met)
    15.2: ‒ 2011-2012 Target – Work with community partnerships, evaluate pilot community activity, plan, and execute major training, education, and/or employment event. (met)
    15.3: ‒ 2012-2013 Target – Work with community partnerships to evaluate second year activity. Plan and execute the third year major training, education, and/or employment event.
    15.4: ‒ 2013-2014 Target – Work with community partnerships, conduct major training, education, and/or employment event.
     
    Strategies/Activities
    Projected Start Date
    Resources Needed to Complete
    Responsible Person(s)
    Evaluation Measure/Criteria
    15.4.1 Expand upon current collaboration with the FR Area Chamber of Commerce. 
    August 2013
    FR Area Chamber of Commerce Membership
    Superintendent
    Ability to access business outreach, expansion of Home & Garden Show
    15.4.2 Conduct Chamber Business After Hours event in Room 251 highlighting Diman’s Cooperative Employment Program
    October 2013
    Event funds, Support of Culinary Arts Department
    Superintendent
    Minimum 30 area business person attendance
    15.4.3 Develop and implement Parent Academy schedule for 2013-2014 school year.
    August 2013
    Administrative support, time, funds, support of Parent Liaison
    Academic Coordinator
    Agendas and attendance lists from all Parent Academy activities
    15.4.4 Continue Job Fair.
    January 2014
    Administrative support, time, funds
    Job Placement Coordinator
    Report to School Committee
    15.4.5 Evaluate programs.
    June 2014
    Time and data from each activity/event
    Superintendent, Job Placement Coordinator, Academic Coordinator
    End-of-the-Year Report
     

     

     
    Community Outreach and Public Relations
     
    Five Year Goal and Annual Targets
     
    Goal 16:     The establishment of a non-profit educational foundation for the benefit of the Diman Community.
     
    16.1: ‒ 2010-2011 Target – Investigate options for the creation of a non-profit educational foundation for the benefit of the Diman Community and establish a committee. (in process)
     
    16.2: ‒ 2011-2012 Target – Complete legal and financial documents and records needed to create a non-profit educational foundation for the benefit of the Diman Community, incorporate, and plan events.   (not met)
     
    16.3: ‒ 2011-2012 Target – Complete legal and financial documents and records needed to create a non-profit educational foundation for the benefit of the Diman Community, incorporate, and plan events. 
     
    16.4: ‒ 2013-2014 Target – Continue regular Board of Directors meetings for a non-profit educational foundation for the benefit of the Diman Community and initiate planned events.
     
    Strategies/ Activities
    Project
    Start Date
    Resources
    Needed
    Responsible
    Person(s)
    Evaluation Method/ Criteria
    16.4.1 Initiate Board of Director meetings and establish a meeting schedule for the 2013-2014 school year.
    September 2013
    Meeting space, administrative  support
    Chairperson of the Board of Directors
    Meeting schedule published on Diman website.
    16.4.2 Finalize Foundation by-laws and operating principles.
    October 2013
    Meeting space, administrative support
    Chairperson of the Board of Directors
    Completed by-laws and operating principles documents.
    16.4.3 Finalize and submit needed legal and financial documents to appropriate government agency.   
     
    October 2013
    Meeting space, administrative support, funds for legal filing
    Chairperson of the Board of Directors
    Papers of incorporation
    16.4.4 Hold one event or fund raising campaign in support of the Foundation 
    January 2014
    Meeting space, administrative support
    Chairperson of the Board of Directors, Chairperson of planning committee
    Record of event or campaign