District Families and Residents,
As with each of our editions of The Bridge, we have a lot of great information to share. This includes our new transportation software, congratulating Alayna Meyer and Taylor Scohy in women's basketball, amazing pictures of our students in our music programs, highlighting our new District Goals, and welcoming Dr. Anne Pryor to the School Board. Dr. Pryor was elected to the school board in November. She replaces David Carpenter who chose not to run. Thanks to Mr. Carpenter for his eight years of service to our district! Dr. Pryor and her husband Jonothan have lived in the Bellbrook Sugarcreek Area since 2005, and have one child who graduated from BHS and two who are currently in our schools. We welcome her to the school board.
As we celebrate these accomplishments, milestones and introductions, let's now turn our attention to the strategic direction that will shape the future of Bellbrook Sugarcreek Schools. "Better Today than Yesterday, Better Tomorrow than Today" is the new Vision Statement of Bellbrook Sugarcreek Schools as the Board of Education formally adopted the District Goals and its vision and mission statements during the October 12, 2023 meeting. In addition to the goals and vision, its new mission statement is: At Bellbrook Sugarcreek Schools we will: Do the Right Thing, Soar Together, and Pursue Excellence. The District Goals focus on four areas: Culture and Climate, Systems and Processes, Facilities, and Finances.
Our focus on Climate and Culture revolves around "Focus 3," a framework fostering a positive mindset and building a positive culture throughout the district. Aligned with our mission, this initiative underscores that everyone plays a crucial role in shaping a positive culture, utilizing tools such as Focus 3 principles like E+R=O (Event + Response = Outcome) and our own Culture Playbook, found on our website.
The second part of the Climate and Culture goal seeks to integrate the Artisan Teacher instructional coaching principles into our classrooms. This approach empowers teachers to identify, hone, and complement their skills, building on their strengths and enhancing the overall quality of instruction. This coaching is completed by our principals and teachers.
The second goal introduces Implementation Science research principles, strategically designed to ensure the success of our initiatives. By proactively documenting and planning for effective implementation, we will establish a robust framework to guide our systems, processes, and programs toward long-term success.
Facilities take the spotlight in our third goal, emphasizing responsible planning for the future needs of our school district. A comprehensive seven-year Master Facilities and Grounds Plan will guide decisions on replacing, repairing, building, or divesting infrastructure, with community input playing a pivotal role. We've already committed to replacing our turf field and track this summer.
Finally, fiscal responsibility is our fourth goal, affirming our commitment to maintaining a proactive stance within current and projected funding confines. This holistic approach extends across all aspects of operations and management, ensuring financial stability and sustainability.
We take pride in our district being one of only eight school districts in Ohio to earn five stars overall and in each category on the 2022 23 State Report Card. These goals are an example of our commitment to live out our new district vision statement of "Better Today than Yesterday, Better Tomorrow than Today" in order to provide the best learning experience for our students and working environment for our staff. Click here for the District Goals.