NO CONSOLIDATION - KEEP ISLAND PARK ELEMENTARY OPEN
TODD’S PRIORITIES
Doesn’t make financial sense – cost savings are minimal, if any
$144-298 Million levy proposal to rebuild schools, using IP as a transitional space, needs critical financial analysis
Disrupts the social, emotional and academic health of our students
Will cause overcrowding at the remaining elementary schools
SOCIAL EMOTIONAL WELLBEING
TODD’S PRIORITIES
Increase opportunities which foster a sense of purpose and belonging in our schools
Fully fund our school counselors
Support and expand programs and clubs such as music, theater, art, drama, sports.
ACADEMIC OPPORTUNITIES
TODD’S PRIORITIES
Increase training & support for teachers in inclusive learning practices
Better identification of and support for students needing HiCap and special services
Identify and expand life skill services
Prioritize teacher instructional time and academic rigor
FINANCIAL SUSTAINABILITY
TODD’S PRIORITIES
Rebuild our General Fund – District policy is to maintain reserves of at least 8% with a target of 10%
Address declining enrollment
Determine why families are choosing other options – more than 1,100 students have withdrawn since 2019
Stabilize enrollment by attracting students back to the district and retaining existing enrollment