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Strategic Plan

In the 2006-7 school year, ISP Board of Trustees began a strategic planning process in order to produce a plan to guide the development of the school over the next 3-5 years. Parents and staff were surveyed and the various stakeholders - students, parents and staff - participated in focus groups which helped the school identify what future goals and how to achieve them. The plan is now complete and ISP has created Action Groups, which are putting the plan into action. ISP parents are encouraged to take part in the Action Groups.

Action Groups

Educational Programs:
Primary School
Secondary School
Faculty and Staff:
Staff Salaries and Compensation
Staff Appraisal
Finance
Facilities
Information Technology
Leadership and Organization
Governance
Marketing

Educational Programs:

Primary School

ISP will ensure high standards, consistency and articulation in curriculum delivery and documentation throughout the School.

Danielle Beaulieu, Primary School Interim Principal

Goals Accomplished

IB PYP Action Plan sent to IB addressing Matters to be Addressed from Evaluation Report
Completed Scope and Sequence Documents published for French (Language B)
All class teachers using Atlas consistently and confidently to map their plans
Essential Agreements and a Draft Assessment Policy developed
Staff Profile developed in collaboration with the Secondary School and on-going staff profile portfolio implemented on school server
Audited and reviewed scope and sequence documents for Maths
IB evaluation reports acted on
Rubicon ATLAS is fully functional, accessible and regularly updated

Current Action

Audit and review of French scope and sequence curriculum. Other subjects planned for future review. Continue IB evaluation reports. Safe and Caring School plan under discussion and part of faculty meeting agenda. Role of Learning Support department under discussion. New Student Welfare position.

Secondary School

ISP will ensure high standards, consistency and articulation in curriculum delivery and documentation throughout the School.

Barry Mansfield, Secondary School Principal

Goals Accomplished

Introduction of Choice in the MYP Program (Grade 10)
Introduction of new options Design Technology and English A2 in the IB Diploma (Grade 11) for 2009/10 and IB Theatre Arts
Police have met with all students in Grades 6 to 9 as part of student well-being
Assessment policy has been reviewed and new assessment techniques used in IB MYP with subsequent analysis
Review of Personal & Social Education Program (PSE), Counselling & Support Services and Grade Heads
Review of Curriculum Balance of Secondary School as well as curriculum distribution choice and attendant staffing and costs
Organisation of professional development workshop for entire faculty related to current research on learning and the brain
Development of school MYP Areas of Interaction document
Improvement of physical plant (Design Technology, Science Labs and Drama Studio)
Reviewed assessment policy recommendations for 2010-11
Reviewed internal IB deadlines and prepared new DP handbook
Trialled iPSE service

Current Action

2010-11: Completion of MYP planners by March 2011. Completion of DP planners by June 2011. Focus on ATLs & AOLs and assessment practice. Introduction of Advisory System in grades 11 and 12. Implementation of iPSE services. Introduce necessary staffing for iPSE, new language programmes. Review post holders' allowance. Review and recommendations for ECA structure.

2011-12: Implementation of revised well-being systems (2011-12). Review of subject options (2011-12). Preparation for MYP Evaluation Visit in 2011-12.

Faculty and Staff:

Staff Salaries and Compensation

ISP will retain, recruit and develop motivated professionals in part through the design and implementation of an effective and appropriate appraisal process with a focus on professional development.

Audrey Peverelli, Head of School

Goals Accomplished

External consultant firm (WEAVE) hired to aid in preparing the best possible review of salaries and compensation for all staff, and the findings presented to all staff
New salary agreement to improve teachers' salaries signed May 2010
- Head is now in a better position to attract and retain excellent teaching staff
New appraisal documents in line with the IB standards for teachers implemented on a 2-year cycle

Current Action

New teacher salary grid in place for September 2010.

Staff Appraisal

Stephanie Gilbert, HR Director

Goals Accomplished

360 appraisal of Head of School
Current appraisal document audited
IB-oriented appraisal document created
New observation sheet created
Electronic version of appraisal document designed
Electronic version modified according to the CE and CHSCT comments

Current Action

The new tool is in use in the Primary and Secondary School. Positions of responsibility 360 appraisal being implemented beginning with the School Leadership Team.

Finance

ISP will organize and manage the School’s finances to support the Mission and to enable the changes envisioned in the Strategic Plan. The Strategic Financial Plan will be an integral part of the Strategic Plan, and will include contingency planning.

Roberto Agnoli, Board Treasurer

Goals Accomplished

Adjusted 2008-2009 budget to reflect economic climate
Examined non-education costs
2009-2010 budget drawn up and approved by Board
Increased efforts to identify and analyze risk that would affect the finances of the School
Observed salary review process with external consultant and School's leadership team, including integration of new “convention collectif”
Financial review of Head of School’s proposal for a new teacher salary structure according to the Strategic Plan goals (points 2.1a and 2.1b).
Presentation and adoption of financial policies to the Board (purchase order, tuition payment, financial aid)
5-year financial plan defined in October 2009 as part of ISP2015.
Opportunities for alternative/additional short-term and long-term income sources were identified, implemented and budgeted for 2010-11.
Finance Committee in place with proper representation from board, staff and parents.
Full year schedule for finance committee meeting agreed and being respected.
Goals and operational rules defined
Financial input and tight cooperation with the Building Committee.

Current Action

Soon to revisit 5-year financial plan defined in October 2009 in light of new parameters. Continuous monitoring of up-to-date forecast for 2009-2010 - trends, risks and mitigation. Support and supervision of 2010-11 budget.

Facilities

ISP will optimize the use of physical resources to provide appropriate and safe facilities for students, teachers and the wider community, that are conducive to meeting their needs.

Isabelle Giraud, Finance Director

Goals Accomplished

Plans of all facilities have been produced
Amount of space and cost of space by various activities listed
Template for analyzing future and ideal needs of space created

Current Action

Analysis of current use of facilities, ideal use & space requirements, canvassing stakeholders’ space needs and desires. Looking at possible facilities for growth.

Information Technology

ISP will integrate information technology effectively into the working of the school in an evolving IT environment

Paul Tagg, IT Director

Goals Accomplished

Successful launch of multiple e-learning initiatives, some driven by staff and some by students
Preparation of a comprehensive forward-looking document setting out guidelines for use of digital technologies within the ISP community
Automation of many key business processes facilitating greater use of electronic communications
'Road map' for two core IT Training modules to be developed and delivered internally

Current Action:

Pilot of the Virtual Learning Environment Model. Set up of an Apple platform media lab for the Creative Arts and Technology departments.

Leadership and Organization

ISP will have a visionary pro-active leadership, and a well-defined organizational structure throughout the School, which sets high standards, and inspires and supports everyone to reach their full potential, within a culture of openness, mutual respect and trust.

Audrey Peverelli, Head of School

Goals Accomplished

ISP Leader Profile created and disseminated to parents and staff
Research and design of 360 degree appraisal of post-holders
Revision of staff job descriptions and roles
Revised Staff Handbook published
Planned restructuring of Primary Leadership Team 2010-11
360 degree review completed of: Board, Board self-review and Head
Restructured Secondary Leadership Team, 2009-10
Electronic letters from Head and Principals sent on a weekly basis
Monthly breakfasts with Leadership Team
Regular whole school staff meetings and socials
Regular meetings and consultation with Coordinators in Primary and HOD’s, Grade Heads in Secondary
New website in place
Electronic Contact newsletter in place
Staff events scroll in place on Intranet and electronic screen in Secondary staff room

Current Action

360 degree review of Senior Leadership Team and all positions of responsibility using the new process and update of home/school communications in 2010-11 handbooks

Governance

The Board of Trustees will have a clearly defined and communicated vision for the school and common goals. Trustees will be well trained, reflect the diversity of the ISP community and include staff members.

ISP Board of Trustees

Goals Accomplished

Trustee elections in June 2007, November 2008 and May 2010
Training for new Trustees, September 2007
Round #1, ISP Association By-laws revisions
Communication between Board and stakeholders widened by:
- Instituting open sessions with Staff and Parents before monthly Board meetings
- Election of two non-voting staff members to Board
Board Self-Evaluation, January 2009
360 review of Head of School - January 2010
Round #2, ISP Association By-laws revisions - April 2010
Board President election - May 2010

Current Action

Ongoing review of the Board Policy Manual and CIS accreditation Governance self-study.

Marketing

ISP will have a strong and unique identity, which will be articulated and effectively communicated in Paris and beyond. The School’s enrollment will be strengthened and optimized.

Carrie Levenson-Wahl, Director of External Affairs

Goals Accomplished

Held first meeting of the Marketing Committee in February, 2009
Established a well-defined identity for ISP that distinguishes the School in the international school market
Communicated that identity in Paris and beyond
Refined logo and branding
Created and launched new website
Held several open houses for feeder schools
Analyzed our marketing needs and created effective strategies

Current Action

Continual development of the website as a marketing tool, and continuing to refine our current school marketing materials to ensure that they are compelling and distinctive.

Secondary School Campus