After months of thoughtful collaboration involving students, staff, families, and community members, I am proud to present Independence Local Schools' new Strategic Vision – a roadmap that will guide our district's growth and success in the years ahead.
This comprehensive vision emerged from numerous engaging sessions where our stakeholders shared their hopes, concerns, and vision for our schools. Working with the Schlechty Center, we have developed a framework that honors our community's values while pushing us toward educational excellence.
Our new vision, "Cultivating a Legacy of Excellence," captures our aspiration to build upon Independence's strong foundation while embracing innovation and growth. This vision is supported by belief statements that emphasize student voices, personal growth, transparent decision-making, and strong community partnerships.
The vision focuses on four key strategic priorities:
- Empowering Whole Child Development
- Designing Valuable Experiences and Work
- Aligning Resources and Knowledge for Collaborative Growth
- Creating an Inclusive and Welcoming Community Environment
These priorities will guide our decisions, resource allocation, and daily practices across all three schools. We're committed to maintaining strong communication and transparency as we implement these initiatives, ensuring that our community remains involved every step of the way.
I invite you to review the complete strategic vision at https://www.independence.k12.oh.us/page/legacy-of-excellence
Your continued engagement and support are essential as we work together to prepare our students for future success while maintaining our commitment to integrity and excellence.
Thank you for your partnership in this important work.
Kelli Cogan, Superintendent