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Grain Valley Schools

Every Student. Every Day.

Strategic Plan

A collage of photos from different buildings, students, and staff members across the district.

Grain Valley Schools Strategic Plan

2026-2031

A figure standing on a mountain top looking ahead with a telescope. Our Vision: 

A community where students belong, achieve, and are prepared to contribute and thrive in an evolving world.

 

 

 

 

 

 

A figure holding a megaphone.

Our Motto: 

Every Student. Every Day. 

Our Core Commitments: 

  1. We will strive to provide an education that meets the needs of all students.
  2. We will ensure a safe, inclusive, and collaborative environment where everyone feels a true sense of belonging.
  3. We will engage families and the community to drive student success. 
  4. We will develop our staff to support student success.
  5. We will use evidence-based practices to inform our decisions. 
  6. We will be transparent in communication to promote trust within our community. 
  7. We will align the district’s financial commitments with our district priorities.

 

Our Big Rocks 

Student Learning & Success
Safe Environment & Strong Sense of Belonging
Equipped & Supported Team Members
Engaged Families & Community
 

Student Learning & Success

  • The district will

    • Ensure effective teaching in every classroom
    • Use a mastery-based system and implement proficiency scales in every classroom
    • Maintain a five-year cycle of curriculum revision

  • The district will

    • Refine and deepen systematic literacy strategies to increase reading, writing, speaking, and listening outcomes.

  • The district will

    • Create a documented plan, supported by earned credits, certifications, and/or hands-on experience

 

Students in a classroom sitting at desks are working on worksheets. The students are holding highlighters and the desks are filled with papers and other school supplies.

Safe Environment & Strong Sense of Belonging

Students work together while sitting and standing near their desks. The students are looking at pieces of paper on their desks while the teacher stands near to support.

  • The district will 

    • Continue to analyze and invest in safety and security procedures and improvements

  • The district will

    • Prioritize professional learning that equips staff to proactively foster a culture of belonging for all students.
    • Provide parents and students with learning opportunities and resources on bullying prevention and trauma-informed care
    • Increase offerings and participation in district-sponsored activities
       

Equipped & Supported Team Members

  • The district will

    • Develop targeted, high-quality professional learning opportunities
    • Ensure our total compensation package remains competitive within the metro
       

A group of teachers and administration sit at a table and have conversations.

Engaged Families & Community

Community members sit at tables during a community forum and engage in conversation.

  • The district will

    • Connect with the community through digital storytelling methods
    • Enhance school involvement opportunities