Strategic Framework
A Message from Dr. Jon Holmen, Superintendent
Dear Lake Washington School District Community,
Extraordinary futures start today! As we continue our pursuit of excellence across Lake Washington School District, I’m excited to introduce our updated strategic framework, a guide for decision-making, the development of strategic initiatives, and the foundation for who we are and what we stand for as an organization. This framework reflects our shared commitment to building a bright future for our students, staff, and community.
Throughout the 2023–24 school year, three representative groups made up of staff, administrators, students, and community members collaborated to shape the LWSD Student Profile. This aspirational profile defines the mindsets and skills our students need to thrive in a complex, global, 21st-century world. It also provides a clear and consistent focus to align our efforts moving forward. Just as importantly, the profile identifies
the staff practices and organizational principles essential to achieving our ultimate mission: success for every student.
This new strategic framework includes several interconnected components designed to bring our vision for students to life:
- Our Values are the heart of the plan.
- The Student Profile is what we’re striving to achieve.
- Strategic Commitments anchor the framework.
- Strategic Cycles of Innovation drive how we will get there.
- Engagement and Data (KPIs) inform and enhance the framework and measure progress along the way.
Together, these components form a comprehensive framework that will guide our district towards achieving a vision of excellence for our students. We are committed to working
collaboratively with our community of stakeholders to ensure each student’s success and to provide exceptional educational experiences for every student.
We look forward to this journey together and to all we will accomplish together on behalf of our students. Thank you for your continued support and dedication to our district.
Dr. Jon Holmen, Superintendent
Strategic Commitments
The Strategic Commitments anchor our strategic framework, guiding intentional actions and informing decisions toward the achievement of our vision and goals.
Commitment #1
Equitable & Just systems
Commitment #2
Inclusive & Rigorous Learning
Commitment #3:
Integrated Sustainability
Commitment #4:
Operational Excellence
Values
At the heart of our strategic framework are the core values that define our district. These values guide our decisions, actions, and interactions, ensuring that we remain focused on what truly matters – the success and well-being of our students.
1. Equity & Inclusion
2. Future Readiness
3. Collaborative Engagement
4. Innovative Learning & Practices
5. Whole-Student Development
6. Lifelong Learning
7. Accountability & Integrity
8. Sustainability & Stewardship
Mindsets
The concept of Future Ready Mindsets is integral to the strategic framework and focuses on preparing students, staff and the organization to thrive in a dynamic and ever-changing world.
Student profile
Our student profile is a document that outlines the specific mindsets and skills we believe our graduates should possess to be successful after graduation. It acts as a vision for student learning.
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Key Performance Indicators
- All Students Literate
- All Students Successful in Mathematics
- All Students Future Ready
- Adults and Systems Supporting Future Readiness
Even as our Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) focus on literacy, mathematics, and future readiness, our commitment remains steadfast to supporting the whole child and all areas of learning. These focal points serve as strategic levers to accelerate student success, but they do not define the entirety of our work. We recognize that a well-rounded education, one that nurtures students’ academic, social-emotional, creative, and physical development, is essential to preparing each student for their future. Our systems, practices, and educators remain dedicated to ensuring every student is seen, supported, and empowered across all aspects and domains of their experience in our schools.
All students literateMeasures may include Smarter Balanced Assessment, Fastbridge, Report Card, Student Growth Percentiles, State Elementary Literacy Reporting |
All students successful in mathematicsMeasures may include Smarter Balanced Assessment, Fastbridge, Report Card, Student Growth Percentiles, Success In Algebra |
All students future readyAll students are prepared and ready to make decisions about post-secondary options. Measures may include credit accrual, success in dual-credit, graduation, student perceptions of self and others. |
Adults and systems supporting future readinessBoth adults and school/district systems prepared to support the development of future ready students. Measures may include perceptions of staff related to skills, ability, and preparation to do their job. Family engagement and perceptions. Student, staff and family engagement and progress towards sustainable practices. |
Mission*:
Each student will graduate prepared to lead a rewarding, responsible life as a contributing member of our community and greater society.
Vision*:
Every student future ready: Prepared for college; Prepared for the global workplace; Prepared for personal success.
