Revised Education Pathways and Goals

Revision Crosswalk April 2025 Jonathan Schulz, Executive Director Melissa Eckert, Assistant Director Hannah Guthrie, Data Analyst

CURRENT PATHWAYS PATHWAYS Pathway 1: Pathway 1: Early Literacy Pathway 2: Pathway 2: Academics Pathway 3: Pathway 3: Post-Secondary Success Pathway 4: Pathway 4: Overall Well-Being and Sense of Belonging Pathway 5: Pathway 5: Communications and Community Engagement Pathway 6: Pathway 6: Recruitment, Retention, and Talent Development Pathway 7: Pathway 7: Operations 2

REVISED PATHWAYS PATHWAYS Pathway 1: Pathway 1: Academic and Post-Secondary Success Pathway 2: Pathway 2: Overall Well-Being and Sense of Community Pathway 3: Pathway 3: Communications and Community Engagement Pathway 4: Pathway 4: Recruitment, Retention, and Professional Growth Pathway 5: Pathway 5: Operations 3

CURRENT GOALS GOALS 1. RCPS will ensure students are reading at or above grade level by the end of 3rd grade. 2. RCPS will eliminate achievement and opportunity gaps, while simultaneously accelerating academic growth for every student in reading and math. 3a. RCPS will improve access to and achievement in advanced courses and career and technical education (CTE) programs for every student. 3b. RCPS will increase on-time high school graduation rates overall and by reporting group. 4a. RCPS will foster inclusive, safe, and welcoming learning communities for students, staff, and families. 4b. RCPS will invest in the whole child by promoting student participation in the arts and co/extra-curricular activities that interest them, such as athletics and school clubs. 5a. RCPS will openly communicate with all students, families, and the community, utilizing multiple relevant channels and languages, and providing timely information. This will foster a sense of belonging and involvement in the education and well-being of our students. 5b. RCPS will facilitate family outreach and engagement opportunities that foster an inclusive culture for students, families, and our community. 6a. RCPS will actively recruit talent to create and retain a highly effective and diverse workforce. 6b. RCPS will know our employees, learn what matters to them, and align our supports to their specific needs. 7a. RCPS will be good stewards of the budget, the environment, and in providing equitable and universal access to safe, healthy, and secure school and work facilities. 7b. RCPS outsourced vendor services will meet expectations outlined in contractual agreements. 4

REVISED GOALS GOALS 1a. Literacy Literacy All students will become successful readers, writers, and critical thinkers. 1b. Growth and Mastery Growth and Mastery All students will demonstrate high academic growth and achievement. 1c. Graduation Graduation All students will graduate on time with a portfolio of academic and career readiness skills. 2. Nurturing Environment Nurturing Environment RCPS will cultivate a nurturing school environment that promotes students' well-being and sense of community. 3a. Communications Communications RCPS will communicate openly and effectively with our students, families, and community. 3b. Community Engagement Community Engagement RCPS will sustain strong relationships with our community to support student success and increase shared ownership in the work of the school division. 4a. Recruitment Recruitment RCPS will proactively recruit and hire a highly effective workforce. 4b. Retention Retention RCPS will retain employees by fostering a rewarding work environment and providing competitive compensation and benefits. 4c. Professional Growth Professional Growth RCPS will facilitate professional growth opportunities for all employees. 5. Stewardship Stewardship RCPS will responsibly manage our fiscal and environmental resources through ethical governance practices. 5

CURRENT GOALS, TARGETS, GOALS, TARGETS, and MEASURES and MEASURES Pathway 1: Pathway 1: Early Literacy Goal 1 Goal 1 RCPS will ensure students are reading at or above grade level by the end of 3rd grade. Target 1.1 Target 1.1 Ensure at least 75% of students will be reading at or above grade level by the end of 3rd grade (based on the SOL school pass rate required by the Virginia Department of Education). Measure 1.1 Measure 1.1 MAP for Reading in grades Kindergarten through 3rd grade (RIT scores) and Phonological Awareness Literacy Screening (PALS) in K-2. 6

REVISED GOALS, OBJECTIVES, GOALS, OBJECTIVES, and TARGETS and TARGETS Pathway 1: Pathway 1: Academic and Post-Secondary Success Goal 1a Goal 1a Literacy All students will become successful readers, writers, and critical thinkers. Objective 1a.1 Objective 1a.1 Early Literacy Ensure all students attain essential early literacy skills by the end of third grade Targets Targets Fewer than 10% of second graders will be identified as being at high risk for developing reading difficulties based on the annual spring administration of the Virginia Language & Literacy Screening System (VALLSS) assessment. At least 80% of third graders will score proficient or above on the spring 2028 Virginia Standards of Learning (SOL) reading assessment. 7

GOALS, TARGETS, GOALS, TARGETS, and MEASURES and MEASURES CURRENT Pathway 2: Pathway 2: Academics Goal 2 Goal 2 RCPS will eliminate achievement and opportunity gaps, while simultaneously accelerating academic growth for every student in reading and math. Target 2.1 Target 2.1 Accelerate reading achievement for all students to reach the Virginia Department of Education s benchmark of 75% proficiency in reading. Measure 2.1 Measure 2.1 MAP for Reading in grades K-12 (RIT scores) and Virginia Department of Education Standards of Learning Tests 3-12. Target 2.2 Target 2.2 Accelerate learning in math to reach the Virginia Department of Education s benchmark of 70% proficiency in mathematics. Measure 2.2 Measure 2.2 MAP for Mathematics in grades K-12 and Virginia Department of Education Standards of Learning Tests 3-12. 8

GOALS, OBJECTIVES, GOALS, OBJECTIVES, and TARGETS and TARGETS REVISED Pathway 1: Pathway 1: Academic and Post-Secondary Success Goal 1b Growth and Mastery All students will demonstrate high academic growth and achievement. Goal 1b Objective 1b.1 Objective 1b.1 Academic Performance Accelerate growth and elevate academic achievement for every student Targets Targets At least 80% of students in each grade band (elementary, middle, and high school) will score proficient or above on the spring 2028 Virginia SOL reading assessments. At least 80% of students in each grade band (elementary, middle, and high school) will score proficient or above on the spring 2028 Virginia SOL mathematics assessments. Meet or exceed expected growth at each grade level from grades 2-8 on the division s selected reading growth assessment from fall to spring each school year. Meet or exceed expected growth at each grade level from grades 2-8 on the division s selected mathematics growth assessment from fall to spring each school year. Objective 1b.2 Objective 1b.2 Closing Achievement Gaps Eliminate disparities in academic performance between student groups Targets Targets Reduce division-level achievement gaps for all student reporting groups by at least 50% on the spring 2028 Virginia SOL reading assessments. Reduce division-level achievement gaps for all student reporting groups by at least 50% on the spring 2028 Virginia SOL reading assessments. 9

GOALS, TARGETS, GOALS, TARGETS, and MEASURES and MEASURES CURRENT Pathway 3: Pathway 3: Post-Secondary Success Goal 3a Goal 3a RCPS will improve access to and achievement in advanced courses and career and technical education (CTE) programs for every student. Goal 3b Goal 3b RCPS will increase on-time high school graduation rates overall and by reporting group. Target Target Measure Measure 3a.1 3a.1 At least 25% of all high school students are enrolled in at least one dual enrollment (college level) course. 3a.2 3a.2 At least 30% of all high school students are enrolled in an Advanced Placement (AP) course and at least 60% of students enrolled successfully pass the corresponding AP exam with a 3 or better. 3a.3 3a.3 At least 60% of all middle and high school students are enrolled in a CTE course. 3a.4 3a.4 At least 90% of students completing a 2- year CTE program will earn a CTE credential. 3a.1 3a.1 Percentage of students enrolled in dual enrollment courses. 3a.2 3a.2 Enrollment and passage rates in AP courses. 3a.3 3a.3 Percentage of students in CTE course enrollment. 3a.4 3a.4 Percentage of students receiving industry credential. 3a.5 3a.5 Double the percent of students enrolled in Algebra I by 8th grade. 3a.5 3a.5 Percentage of students enrolled in Algebra I in middle school. 3a.6 3a.6 Percentage of students passing Algebra I with a grade of B or better. 3b.1 3b.1 Percentage of students with on-time graduation rates. 3a.6 3a.6 Double the percentage of students passing Algebra I with a B or better. 3b.1 3b.1 At least 93% of all RCPS students graduate high school on time. 10

GOALS, OBJECTIVES, GOALS, OBJECTIVES, and TARGETS and TARGETS REVISED Pathway 1: Pathway 1: Academic and Post-Secondary Success Goal 1c Goal 1c Graduation All students will graduate on time with a portfolio of academic and career readiness skills. Objective 1c.1 Objective 1c.1 On-Time Graduation Increase the on-time graduation rate overall and for each student group Targets Targets Increase on-time graduation rate for all students to at least 93% by spring 2028. Reduce gaps in on-time graduation rates for all student reporting groups by 50% by spring 2028. Objective 1c.2 Objective 1c.2 Readiness Ensure all students graduate high school ready for enrollment, employment, and/or enlistment. Targets Targets Update academic and career plans annually for 100% of students in grades 6-12. 11

GOALS, TARGETS, GOALS, TARGETS, and MEASURES and MEASURES CURRENT Pathway 4: Pathway 4: Overall Well-Being and Sense of Belonging Goal 4a Goal 4a RCPS will foster inclusive, safe, and welcoming learning communities for students, staff, and families. Goal 4b Goal 4b RCPS will invest in the whole child by promoting student participation in the arts and co/extra-curricular activities that interest them, such as athletics and school clubs. Target Target Measure Measure 4a.1 4a.1 Annually improve upon student perception survey. 4a.1 4a.1 Student survey data. 4a.2 4a.2 Annually improve upon staff perception survey. 4a.2 4a.2 Employee engagement survey data. 4a.3 4a.3 Annually improve upon school climate survey. 4a.4 4a.4 Ensure an annual decrease in out-of- school suspensions and alternative placements due to disciplinary reasons (overall and by reporting group). 4b.1 4b.1 Ensure an annual increase in students participating in the arts and/or co-extra- curricular activities. 4a.5 4a.5 Increase employee participation in RCPS self-care offerings, including mindfulness, employee assistance programs, and wellness initiatives. 4a.3 4a.3 School climate survey data. 4a.4 4a.4 Rate of out-of-school suspensions and alternative placements for disciplinary reasons. 4b.1 4b.1 Number of students participating in the arts and/or co/extra-curricular activities. 4a.5 4a.5 Employee attendance and participation rates in RCPS self-care offerings 12

GOALS, OBJECTIVES, GOALS, OBJECTIVES, and TARGETS and TARGETS REVISED Pathway 2: Pathway 2: Overall Well-Being and Sense of Community Goal 2 Goal 2 Nurturing Environment RCPS will cultivate a nurturing school environment that promotes students well-being and sense of community. Objective 2.1 Objective 2.1 Overall Well-Being Promote mental, emotional, and physical well-being Targets Targets Increase the sense of safety and support as reported on the Virginia School Survey. Objective 2.2 Objective 2.2 Sense of Community Foster a culture of mutual respect and supportive social connections Targets Targets Reduce out-of-school suspension rates for all students and student reporting groups. Reduce the number of chronically absent students. Objective 2.3 Objective 2.3 Well-Rounded Students Nurture students' personal and academic development and encourage exploration of interests through involvement in school activities Targets Targets Increase participation in the arts. Increase participation in extra-curricular activities. 13

GOALS, TARGETS, GOALS, TARGETS, and MEASURES and MEASURES CURRENT Pathway 5: Pathway 5: Communications and Community Engagement Goal 5a Goal 5a RCPS will openly communicate with all students, families, and the community, utilizing multiple relevant channels and languages, and providing timely information. This will foster a sense of belonging and involvement in the education and well-being of our students. Target Target Measure Measure 5a.1 5a.1 Maintain a daily average digital online communication platform reach that is 2.5 to 3 times the total households in Roanoke City with children under the age of 18. 5a.2 5a.2 Reduce the number of incorrect phone numbers/addresses in the Mass Notification System to a maximum of 2%. 5a.3 5a.3 Increase the percentage of parent accounts with email addresses to 70%. 5a.4 5a.4 Track trends regarding visits and concerns received by the Constituent Services and Government Relations Officer to inform opportunities for improvement. 5a.1 5a.1 The number of people reached through RCPS division-level communication tools. 5a.2 5a.2 Percentage of correct phone numbers/addresses in Mass Notification System. 5a.3 5a.3 Percentage of parent accounts with email addresses. 5a.4 5a.4 Evaluation of tracked trends to inform opportunities for improvement and/or enhanced communications. 14

GOALS, OBJECTIVES, GOALS, OBJECTIVES, and TARGETS and TARGETS REVISED Pathway 3: Pathway 3: Communications and Community Engagement Goal 3a Goal 3a Communications RCPS will communicate transparently and effectively with our students, families, and community. Objective 3a.1 Objective 3a.1 Outreach and Open Communication Reach stakeholders effectively with timely, accurate, and transparent communication across all platforms Target Target Increase the average number of daily users reached across RCPS social media and website platforms to 20,000 by spring 2028. Reduce the number of incorrect phone numbers and email addresses in the mass notification system to a maximum of 2% by spring 2028. Increase the percentage of family accounts with email addresses to 70% by spring 2028. 15

GOALS, GOALS, TARGETS TARGETS, , and MEASURES and MEASURES CURRENT Pathway 5: Pathway 5: Communications and Community Engagement Goal 5b Goal 5b RCPS will facilitate family outreach and engagement opportunities that foster an inclusive culture for students, families, and our community. Target Target Measure Measure 5b.1 5b.1 Increase Calendar Survey participation to 10%. 5b.1 5b.1 Calendar survey participation/input from stakeholders through surveys, town halls, etc. 5b.2 5b.2 Increase Principal Input Survey participation to 15%. 5a.2 5a.2 Principal Input Survey participation. 5b.3 5b.3 Increase participation in Town Hall meetings. 5a.3 5a.3 Town Hall meeting participation. 5b.4 5b.4 Close the gap on language assistance so usage is proportionate to the percentage of students speaking a specific language. 5b.4 5b.4 Access to communications by people whose home language is another language other than English, including number of telephone-based interpretation services other than Spanish. 5b.5 5b.5 Increase engagement of elected officials, including participation during the General Assembly session. 5b.5 5b.5 Number of engaged elected officials, including participation during the General Assembly session. 5b.6 5b.6 Have an active and engaged parent organization, such as PTA, with annually increasing membership at each school. 5b.6 5b.6 Number of participants at each school and year-over-year changes in membership numbers and activities sponsored by a parent organization. 5b.7 5b.7 Increase annual attendance at school-based events (such as Back-to-School (BTS) Night, Parent/ Teacher Conferences, and Workshops for families.) 5b.7 5b.7 Attendance at school-based events. 5b.8 5b.8 Increase annual attendance at division-wide special events (such as BTS Extravaganza & Breakfast with Santa, etc.) 5b.8 5b.8 Attendance of division-wide events. 5b.9 5b.9 Increase monetary and in-kind community support of RCPS by 5% annually. 5b.9 5b.9 Annual increase of monetary and in-kind supports. 5b.10 5b.10 Develop and maintain a strong partnership with the Education Foundation to initiate programs that will align with the vision and mission of RCPS and will benefit schools and students, via scholarships. 5b.10 5b.10 Increase in school, staff, and student scholarships awarded by the Education Foundation. 16

GOALS, OBJECTIVES, GOALS, OBJECTIVES, and TARGETS and TARGETS REVISED Pathway 3: Pathway 3: Communications and Community Engagement Goal 3b Goal 3b Community Engagement RCPS will sustain strong relationships with our community to support student success and increase shared ownership in the work of the school division. Objective 3b.1 Objective 3b.1 Community Voice and Partnership Provide regular opportunities for students, families, staff, and community members to collaborate, provide input, and help guide the work of our schools Targets Targets Establish and sustain the Community Empowerment Center at Booker T. Washington. Increase participation in engagement activities by 10% annually. Publish an annual summary highlighting how community input and investment shaped school division priorities and decisions and supported initiatives. 17

GOALS, TARGETS, GOALS, TARGETS, and MEASURES and MEASURES CURRENT Pathway 6: Pathway 6: Recruitment, Retention, and Talent Development Goal 6a Goal 6a RCPS will actively recruit talent to create and retain a highly effective and diverse workforce. Target Target Measure Measure 6a.1 6a.1 Achieve and maintain at least 90% overall retention rate and 95% retention of teachers who are effective or highly effective. 6a.2 6a.2 Annually increase the diversity of the teacher workforce to align more closely with student demographics. 6a.3 6a.3 Annually increase the number of staff reporting a positive work environment on the staff perception survey. 6a.1 6a.1 Teacher retention rate. 6a.2 6a.2 Staff diversity data. 6b.3 6b.3 Climate survey staff engagement data. 18

GOALS, OBJECTIVES, GOALS, OBJECTIVES, and TARGETS and TARGETS REVISED Pathway 4: Pathway 4: Recruitment, Retention, and Professional Growth Goal 4a Goal 4a Recruitment RCPS will proactively recruit and hire a highly effective workforce. Objective 4a.1 Objective 4a.1 Proactive Recruitment Enhance outreach and engagement efforts to attract high-quality candidates Targets Targets Increase the number of qualified applicants for open positions. Objective 4a.2 Objective 4a.2 Effective Hiring Facilitate a timely and positive hiring process Targets Targets Reduce the average time to fill positions. Goal 4b Goal 4b Retention RCPS will retain employees by fostering a rewarding work environment and providing competitive compensation and benefits. Objective 4b.1 Objective 4b.1 Rewarding Environment Foster a collaborative and supportive work environment where employees feel valued, engaged, and secure Targets Targets Improve overall retention rates by 15% by spring 2027. Objective 4b.2 Objective 4b.2 Compensation and Benefits Provide competitive compensation and benefits packages Targets Targets Achieve a 90% satisfaction rate in employee surveys regarding compensation and benefits. 19

GOALS, TARGETS, GOALS, TARGETS, and MEASURES and MEASURES CURRENT Pathway 6: Pathway 6: Recruitment, Retention, and Talent Development Goal 6b Goal 6b RCPS will know our employees, learn what matters to them, and align our supports to their specific needs. Target Target Measure Measure 6b.1 6b.1 Continuously examine the components of consistent high-quality instructional practice. 6b.2 6b.2 Increase the percentage of staff who report professional development is effective or highly effective. 6b.3 6b.3 Increase attendance rates for all staff. 6b.1 6b.1 Teacher evaluations. 6b.2 6b.2 Evaluation results from professional learning opportunities. 6b.3 6b.3 Attendance rates as reported by substitute vendor partner. 20

GOALS, OBJECTIVES, GOALS, OBJECTIVES, and TARGETS and TARGETS REVISED Pathway 4: Pathway 4: Recruitment, Retention, and Professional Growth Goal 4c Goal 4c Professional Growth RCPS will facilitate professional growth opportunities for all employees. Objective 4c.1 Objective 4c.1 Facilitate Growth Enhance employee knowledge, skills, and success through professional growth opportunities aligned with division priorities and employee needs and interests Targets Targets At least 75% of employees will agree that RCPS professional growth offerings align with their needs and interests on an annual HR survey by 2028. 21

GOALS, TARGETS, GOALS, TARGETS, and MEASURES and MEASURES CURRENT Pathway 7: Pathway 7: Operations Goal 7a Goal 7a RCPS will be good stewards of the budget, the environment, and in providing equitable and universal access to safe, healthy, and secure school and work facilities. Target Target Measure Measure 7a.1 7a.1 Decrease the age of school assets by 4%. 7a.1 7a.1 Age of school assets 7a.2 7a.2 Decrease the age of servers by 50%. 7a.2 7a.2 Age of servers 7a.3 7a.3 Ensure 75% of devices are no more than 3 years old. 7a.3 7a.3 Age of computers and iPads 7a.4 7a.4 Upgrade/replace 100% of camera servers. 7a.4 7a.4 Number of camera servers upgraded/replaced 7a.5 7a.5 Upgrade/replace 50% of building alarm systems. 7a.5 7a.5 Number of building alarm systems upgraded/replaced 7a.6 7a.6 Upgrade/replace 30% of classroom doors. 7a.6 7a.6 Number of classroom doors upgraded/replaced 7a.7 7a.7 Decrease the age of kitchen and cafeteria equipment by 25%. 7a.7 7a.7 Age of kitchen and cafeteria equipment 7a.8 7a.8 Achieve VDOE teacher-to-student ratio guidelines. 7a.8 7a.8 Teacher-to-student ratios 7a.9 7a.9 Achieve 25% reduction in utility cost. 7a.9 7a.9 Utility costs 7a.10 7a.10 Achieve access to Wi-Fi 6E. 7a.10 7a.10 Access to Wi-Fi 6E 7a.11 7a.11 Decrease the age of desk phones by 75%. 7a.11 7a.11 Age of desk phones 7a.12 7a.12 RCPS will champion green initiatives focusing on energy conservation and sustainability 7a.12 7a.12 Number of green projects and data on energy savings 22

GOALS, OBJECTIVES, GOALS, OBJECTIVES, and TARGETS and TARGETS REVISED Pathway 5: Pathway 5: Operations Goal 5 Goal 5 Stewardship RCPS will responsibly manage our fiscal and environmental resources through ethical governance practices. Objective 5.1 Objective 5.1 Fiscal and Environmental Stewardship Use resources responsibly and efficiently to reduce waste and increase sustainability Targets Targets Reduce energy consumption by spring 2028. Increase renewable energy use by spring 2028. Maintain recycling programs at 100% of RCPS facilities. Objective 5.2 Objective 5.2 Social Responsibility Provide access to safe, healthy, and secure facilities and resources while fostering strong community ties Targets Targets Maintain or enhance Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliance at 100% of RCPS facilities. Decrease safety-related incidents in RCPS facilities. 100% of staff will successfully complete required annual safety training. Implement the division plan for generative artificial intelligence (AI) by spring 2026. 23

GOALS, TARGETS, GOALS, TARGETS, and MEASURES and MEASURES CURRENT Pathway 7: Pathway 7: Operations Goal 7b Goal 7b RCPS outsourced vendor services will meet expectations outlined in contractual agreements. Target Target Measure Measure 7b.1 7b.1 Develop and evaluate satisfaction surveys to gauge outsourced vendor performance versus effectiveness of service delivery. 7b.1 7b.1 Vendor satisfaction survey data for Food & Nutrition, School Crossing Guards, Student Health Services, Substitutes, and Transportation. 24

GOALS, OBJECTIVES, GOALS, OBJECTIVES, and TARGETS and TARGETS REVISED Pathway 5: Pathway 5: Operations Goal 5 Goal 5 Stewardship RCPS will responsibly manage our fiscal and environmental resources through ethical governance practices. Objective 5.3 Objective 5.3 Ethical Governance Lead with transparency and accountability Targets Targets Complete 100% of planned financial audits within the fiscal year, finalizing and issuing audit reports to meet city and Auditor of Public Accounts (APA) timelines. 100% of staff will successfully complete required annual training on fraud prevention, ethics, and financial regulations, policies, and procedures. Earn the Trusted Learning Environment Seal (TLE Seal) from the Consortium for School Networking by spring 2026. 25