GOAL: We will create a variety of partnerships, including families, colleges, businesses, and community organizations, that establish avenues to vault student success. SPECIFIC RESULT: Create resources that list specific school needs through which community partners may access and determine partnership or volunteer opportunities. ACTION STEP ASSIGNED TO: STARTING DATE: PROGRESS REVIEW: COMPLETED DATE: COST BENEFITS 1. Evaluate current roles, responsibilities, and available resources related to community involvement Student Services Human Resources Communications & Public Relations Community Liaisons Fall 2014
Annually
Ongoing
No additional costs
Effective use of district services and resources
Increases opportunities for community involvement in schools
Access to more community resources for campuses
Potential scholarship and internship opportunities for students
Fosters community and district relations mutually benefitting our students 2. Create a Community Relations Volunteer and Needs website linked to the district website BEST Foundation Campus Administrators Communications & Public Relations Community Liaisons Spring 2015
Monthly
Ongoing
No additional costs
3. Include active community engagement opportunities in Campus Improvement Plans Campus Administrators Community Involvement Special Programs Community Liaisons Spring 2015 Annually Ongoing
No additional costs
Responsible: John Washington Assistant Superintendent of Student Services & Community Relations Chris Moore Executive Director of Communications & Public Relations Dr. Rhonda Davis Director of Special Programs Babetta Hemphill Executive Director of Student Services Jed Reed Executive Director of Human Resources