The District Plan describes four overarching Objectives and 16 Strategic initiatives, or discrete areas of work, that CPS will focus on over the next three years.
OBJECTIVE 1: Deliver Ambitious Instruction & Effective Supports
1. Define a districtwide
instructional framework that guides consistent, high-quality instruction in every classroom.
2. Align instructional practices and resources to instructional framework across content areas and grade bands.
3. Establish robust multi-tiered systems of support (MTSS) to support students’ academic, social, emotional, and behavioral needs.
OBJECTIVE 2: Provide Accessible College & Career Pathways
4. Collaborate to implement a city-wide plan for universal preschool to promote equitable access as a foundation for student success.
5. Implement a system of individualized student success planning and supports that prepare students for effective transitions and post-graduation success.
6. Embed college & career exploration and experiences across the JK-12 continuum.
OBJECTIVE 3: Effective Staff Learning & Support
7. Strengthen and expand educator and leader career pathway programs, prioritizing hard-to-staff roles and diversification of staff.
8. Establish a comprehensive, role-based professional learning strategy and system that improves practices in alignment with district vision.
9. Improve evaluation systems for all staff to support professional growth as part of a culture of continuous improvement.
OBJECTIVE 4: Build Welcoming & Supportive Schools & District
10. Improve families’ access to resources within and beyond CPS.
11. Promote positive school cultures and climate through district-wide vision of inclusive and restorative discipline policies and practices.
12. Develop a multi-year facilities improvement plan based on pending building study.