For the past few months, members of the Strategic Plan Guiding Coalition have been busy conducting one-on-one interviews with students, families, staff and community members to learn more about their experiences in our school district. These interviews, termed empathy interviews, are intended to uncover the needs and aspirations of our learning community.
During this phase of the strategic plan design process, Coalition members listen intently to community members to help collectively identify priorities for the next strategic plan. In addition, various partners engage with their communities to bring additional perspectives to the plan’s development.
The Inclusive Design Process
The inclusive design process begins with empathy interviews. Identified needs and aspirations are then used to develop a “Point of View” and problem statements which set the stage for brainstorming priorities and strategies. The process continues with additional feedback and iteration.
Through March, the Coalition will continue to center and connect with members of the community. The next phase of the development process will then begin to create and consider a strategic plan design.