● Facilitating the development of a long-term strategic plan. ● Conducting thorough environmental scanning and benchmarking including surveys, focus groups and other engagement activities if needed to reach the goal of engaging as many in the community (students, parents, community members and staff) as possible ● Engaging diverse stakeholders in multiple languages, including students, parents, staff, and community members. ● Unique and innovative approaches to strategic planning process (District 207 is not interested in a cookie-cutter approach to strategic planning). ● Providing innovative strategies for district improvement and growth. ● Key elements of the approach from the selected firm: ○ Engages students meaningfully. ○ Engages parents, community members, and other stakeholders. ○ Describes a successful learner and emphasizes college, career, and life readiness. ○ Communicates our values, agreements, and commitments. ○ Is clear, streamlined, and aligned with our other accountability structures.
