Resources (Human) 2005 - 2008
SPECIFIC GOAL: We will develop and implement systems for effective and efficient management of resources to meet District priorities.

• Data base is developed indicating the professional development and training offered/provided to each group.

• Continuing training and professional development throughout the year.
• Revising current database with assistance from administrators to determine gaps and needs for future training and professional development.

• Professional development committees for all employee groups are established.
• Training and professional development needs are identified.
• Data base is developed to keep track of needs and types of professional development and training provided to each group.
• Expanded professional development/training opportunities are offered for all employee groups.
• Regular reports are made to the Board, staff, parents, and the community at board meetings, administrative and staff meetings and through school publications, the District website and local papers.

• Ongoing, based on identified needs and dollars available.
• Information from sessions is shared in a different ways, generally at the building or department level, depending on the training or professional development experience.

• Increased use of technology by more people in a variety of ways.
• Clarification and communication of who has electronic access to what and how to access the information.
• Additional information on the web site.
• Increased email and parent web use.

• Ongoing.  This school year staff now have access to World Book Online, Curriculum Mapper, Web Grader, and DynaCalendar.

Superintendent
Superintendent Secretary
Director of Technology
Business Manager

• Cost benefit analysis, including staff time, paper usage, transportation, equipment, materials and training is presented to the Board.
• Plan is developed and approved by Board.
• In-service is provided to staff and Board members.
• Enhanced use of technology by Central Office staff and Board members.
• Increased efficiency and cost effectiveness in document preparation and distribution.
• Enhanced communication.

• Information has been collected.  Evie Jensen has attended two sessions to learn about paperless board meetings and has obtained information about the procedure and costs.  Debbie McPherson is reviewing additional information about costs and savings as well as technical support requirements.

• Results of review and cost benefit analysis reported to the Board.
• Cost effective and efficient deployment of staff to maintain technology and support new initiatives.

• Meetings were held with Dr. Leonard and Mike Engelter to discuss the organization and expansion of the technology department.  A plan was developed, but at this time due to financial constraints this does not appear to be feasible.