The LRSD inspires a lifelong love of learning in every student.
Mission:
Student success achieved by empowered, supported, and inspired teaching; engaged and barrier-free partnerships with families; and well-earned community trust.
Adopt a framework that addresses culture and trauma responsiveness and mastery-based learning.
Eliminate disparities in academic achievement of Black students
Support all students to:
Experience physically and emotionally safe environments
Experience a sense of belonging as their authentic selves
Develop a sense of purpose
Gain relevant and meaningful knowledge
Prepare for college and career options aligned with their interests
Theme A Affirming school cultures
Create a sense of pride, belonging, and community for the district and each school
Nurture student wellness
Productively address disruptive behavior to engage all students in learning
Equip families to support their students’ individual success
Implement a comprehensive multi-tiered system of support (MTSS) for behavior and social-emotional learning
Develop effective communication approaches for students and families to understand available academic and non-academic opportunities
Utilize the whole school, whole community, whole child model (WSCC) to promote overall well-being among students and staff
Expand productive alternatives for disruptive student behavior
Theme B Meaningful student learning experiences
Redesign curriculum to ensure relevance
Transform learning experiences to be engaging and compelling
Expand individualized support for student learning
Prioritize district-wide use of student-centered instructional practices in all areas
Inform all instructional decisions using learner data
Implement a comprehensive multi-tiered system of support (MTSS) for academics
Elevate student voice to drive learning experiences
Enhance the K-12 core curriculum to be culturally responsive
Theme C Valued and equitable school options
Equitably and effectively distribute resources aligned to student success
Ensure all students access enriching, high-quality academic and non-academic experiences
Identify and address barriers to successful participation in available academic and non-academic experiences
Expand early learning programs
Assess current school resource allocations and realign as needed to effectively serve all students
Theme D Excellence in our talent
Ensure high expectations and an unbiased commitment to the success of every child regardless of race and culture
Support staff to grow, thrive, and adapt to the changing landscape
Align staffing with student needs
Outline career pathways and develop a differentiated system of professional learning that includes a focus on well-being
Ensure that staff placement and supplementary compensation are driven by student demographics, achievement data, and the needs of marginalized students
Revise hiring and onboarding processes for all district roles to include commitment, high expectations, and culturally responsive practices
