USD 343

Preparing students to become successful citizens.

• Our focus is on being a Unified school district.

• Our schools must be centers of Opportunity.

• Mastery of Reading and Math is fundamental to a quality education.

• Involvement In Your School And Community is an important element in a quality school experience.

• The success of our schools is accomplished because all stakeholders accept Responsibility.

• For students to learn effectively, they must have a school environment that demands Respect For The Dignity And Safety Of The Individual.

• The Effective Use and Appropriate Application Of Technology are essential for the success of our schools.

• Good Citizenship and Respect For Country by staff and students are important cornerstones of our educational system.

• Building a Strong Support System is a key to a child’s success.

• Goal: Address facilities needs.

  • Focus: Improve efficiency, appearance, and maintenance of district facilities.

• Goal: Increase school safety for students.

  • Focus: Review current Emergency Operations Procedures and update where needed.

• Goal: Retain and recruit quality staff.

  • Focus: Provide a quality staff for USD #343 students.

Long-term focus areas identified and adopted:

• Establish a long-term sustainable facility plan.

  • Develop a plan for needed growth.

  • Maximize district facility resources.

• Recruit and retain quality staff.

  • Promote a positive image of the district which is enticing to new staff members.

  • Maintain a competitive salary for staff members.

• Communicate to stakeholders.

  • Post current and supportive information to online sites.

  • Use the Broadcast Calling system and social media to provide timely information.

• Continue to support college and career ready graduates.

  • Maintain on-line and college credit options for students.

  • Continue relationship with Washburn University Institute of Technology.