Author: Rojas, Kari L.

Mission Statement Beal City Schools, in harmony with home and community, will educate our children in a positive environment that meets individual needs and goals in order that all students successfully function in an ever-changing global society. District Vision Statement Our students are excited, responsible learners who are encouraged by home, school, community, and place of worship. As leaders, they are fully confident that they will graduate well prepared to meet the challenges and high expectations of the 21st century. As successful, life-long learners and productive citizens of high morals, they work to their fullest potential to make a positive difference. Our children begin their discovery of knowledge in a nurturing family environment. Our school and families work in harmony to provide a safe, supportive, and challenging learning experience. Our premier educational team enthusiastically embraces innovative teaching methods and high standards of performance. Our schools are the central point of learning. Using the latest technology, the world is truly our classroom. Our school district and community are committed to high expectations and high standards. We proactively work together to provide skills, knowledge, and resources thus ensuring a fully supportive environment for excellence in education for all stakeholders. Belief Statement We believe our children can learn. We believe in creating independent, life-long learners. We believe all children deserve equal opportunities and treatment. We believe in promoting a positive self-concept. We believe it takes a community as a whole, to educate a child, and encourage parental Involvement and participation. We believe in ensuring a safe and positive learning environment. We believe in and encourage diversity.

Board of Education
Denise McBride, President Rod Cole, Vice-President Curt Gottschalk, Secretary Bob Pasch, Treasurer Ron Neyer, Trustee Heather Curtis, Trustee To Gross Jr., Trustee
Functions of the Board of Education
Legislative or Policy Making; Educational Planning & Appraisal; Staffing & Appraisal; Financial Resources; School Facilities; Communication with Public; and Judicial.
Beal City Public Schools Bylaws & Policies
· http://www.neola.com/bealcity-mi/ Beal City Administrative Team
William C. Chilman IV, Superintendent Rod Freeze, Business Manager Mike Joslyn, Secondary Principal Jason Johnston, Elementary Principal Aarron Butkovich, Athletic Director Ben Eggenberger, Technology Director Marci Faber, Food Service Director Jason McDonald, Maintenance and Transportation Director
Beal City Public Schools District Student Assessment Data
State Assessments http://tinyurl.com/bcps-meap

Beal City Public Schools ...in harmony with the home and community...
Strategic Plan Summary 2015—2020
Board of Education Approved (Date)

Beal City Public Schools ...in harmony with the home and community...
Strategic Plan Summary 2015—2020
Board of Education Approved March, 2016

Superintendent William C. Chilman IV, Ed.S.

Superintendent William Chilman IV

Beal City Public Schools
Mailing/Contact Address Shipping/Physical Address
3180 W. Beal City Road 3117 Elias Road Mt. Pleasant, , MI 48858 Mt. Pleasant, MI 48858
Phone: 989.644.3901 Fax: 989 644 5847
http://www.bealcityschools.net/

Beal City Public Schools
3180 W. Beal City Road Beal City, MI 48858
Phone: 989.644.3901 Fax: 989 644 5847
http://www.bealcityschools.net/

Board of Education District Goals
Student Achievement for all Students  Our goal is to have each student show individual academic growth in all subject areas with school results at or above the state/national average on all standardized tests.
To achieve this goal our strategies include: Academics Increase class offerings (traditional & online). Encourage Vocational Education CTE programming. Implement multi-tiered systems of support (Title 1, RTI) to decrease the number of students who need special services. Implement Senior portfolios and exit interviews before graduation. Implement grade level and content collaboration to use llluminate, our data warehouse to guide instruction. Increase partnerships with post secondary instutitions. Increase particpation in academic and extra-curriuluar activities. Increase the number of Dual Enrollment/Early College options. Increase the number of graduates enrolled in military, two year junior/community colleges, technical schools, and/or four year colleges/universities. Implement the NWEA & SAT assessments to help assess students and to drive instruction. Arts Promote the Arts to increase student involvement. Expand performance opportunities in the Arts. Increase Cultural & Diversity Awareness with the Arts. Promote how the Arts are linked to academic rigor. Athletics Encourage multi-sport athletes. Encourage cut-sports to maintain larger rosters. Restructure Eligibility Policy to keep kids involved in athletics. Create revenue to eliminate participation fee & fundraising. Create Study Hall opportunities before and/or after practices. Create an academic/athletic varsity letter award. Emphasize & model academics first.

Secure the School District’s Future Integrity  Our goal is to continue to plan for the future success of the school district by focusing on five major areas of need and concern: facilities, finances, security, technology, and wellness.
To achieve this goal our strategies include: Facilities Maintain the school on the forefront of energy efficiency while using the most cost effective products. Provide a well maintained building that promotes a safe and productive learning environment. Provide simplified grounds maintenance that promotes a beautiful exterior environment for school and community alike. Annually review and revise the district’s 10 year capital projects plan. Finances Use district funds efficiently and effectively to maximize student achievement. Use technology efficiently and effectively to help reduce costs. Maintain a healthy fund equity. Maximize grant opportunities. Maximize student enrollments from our area. Provide more resources to the community (i.e. open gym, catering services, technology use, etc.). Security Updated camera system (Building & Buses). Updated Emergency Plan, Emergency Training (BERT, CPR, First-Aid, AED). Updated phone system and mass communication system. Door locks and Secure Mode entry. Technology To provide our staff and students with an infrastructure that facilitates learning through the use of technology. To provide professional development opportunities that will assist staff with integrating available technologies into the curriculum. To provide our staff and students with ongoing support with district technology resources. Review the “District Technology Plan” at www. Wellness Provide nutritious cost effective meals to our students to nurture their minds for learning. Promote healthy options through smart snacks and fundraisers. Promote exercise and fitness to students and staff. Continue to educate students and staff about health and wellness.

Promote the school district and provide positive school and community relations throughout the Mid-Michigan area by improving our public relations campaign  Our goal is to increase parent communication, expand board and district visibility at school and community events and to generate positive media for the school district.
To achieve this goal our strategies include:
Parent Involvement & Communication Increase parenting workshop opportunities. Increase parent participation at school with; Parent Teacher Conferences, Sports Boosters , PTA, Beal City Education Foundation, and Volunteering. Explore adding a before & after-school program. Explore adding a summer school program. Board members will attend at least 5 school events per year. Improve the feedback timeliness of PowerSchool student/ parent portal. Increase student, parent and community communication with; school flyers, class/school newsletters, daily announcements, Power Announcement, Aggie Express, district website, Friday folders, and other media outlets. Create activities within events to include new people who would not come otherwise. Small School Environment Engage family & community in school activities. Continue building strong partnerships with business, industry, and other educational institutions. Students and staff recognition programs such as students and staff board presentations, student and staff members of the month, and personal notes from the board. Use technology effectively maintaining the personal connection. Maintain small school feel while increasing student enrollment. Increase opportunities: class offerings, face to face, online, Dual Enrollment, and Early College.
"Educational Teamwork Today for
Educational Excellence Tomorrow"
"A small School
Environment ...offering a BIG Education"