A Month-by-Month Guide to Deadlines, Opportunity and Strategic Planning
Fresh Start Focus
1. Renewal & Vision
2. Student Re-Entry
3. Parent Communication
Spring School Priorities
1. Faculty Support:** Observe, evaluate, and meet with staff.
2. Next-Year Prep:** Budget, plan, recruit, and register.
3. Events & Climate:** Organize, schedule, and assess school culture.
Students, Planning, Enrollment
1 Track student progress
2 Prepare year-end events
3 Follow up on re-enrollment
Support, Testing, Planning
1 Support struggling students
2 Administer standardized tests
3 Finalize staff and budgets
Appreciation, Ceremonies, Wrap-Up
1. Honor teachers and nurses
2. Plan graduations and awards
3. Complete administrative wrap-up
Celebrate, Plan, Communicate
1 Honor families and staff
2 Begin next school year planning
3 Maintain communication and safety
Operational Prep and Leadership Planning
1. Finalize academic and curriculum plans, including textbook inventory and ordering.
2. Manage human resources by finalizing staff assignments, onboarding new hires, and planning professional development.
3. Lead communication efforts, community engagement, facilities maintenance, and safety preparations.
Get ready to launch
1. Back-to-School Readiness
2. Staff & Teacher Orientation
3. Spiritual & Community Kickoff
Strong Start Through Engagement
1. Check in with students and staff; support needs quickly.
2. Build Relationships: Connect with families and show presence at events.
3. Handle Key Operations : Finalize plans, run drills, and engage community support.
October Priorities: Goals, Engagement, Support
1. Use Data to Adjust: Refine academic and spiritual goals.
2. Engage Stakeholders: Strengthen collaboration with families and community.
3. Support Staff: Encourage teachers and ensure safety and budget alignment.
Events, Families, Staff
1. Oversee Key Events
2. Engage Families
3. Support Staff & Operations
Focus, Families, Faculty
1. Keep students focused on academic work despite holiday distractions and breaks.
2. Engage parents actively through clear communication about events, schedules, and volunteer opportunities.
3. Ensure faculty and staff remain supported, focused, and prepared for end-of-year responsibilities including reviews and event participation.
