Published 7:00 am Saturday, August 1, 2026 The Baldwin County School District recently shared a new five-year strategic plan, a clear roadmap for strengthening district schools, supporting district people and preparing every student for a successful future. The work over the next five years will center on five strategic priorities: The district will strengthen common assessments, weekly teacher collaboration as well as the use of student performance data to provide responsive instruction. Students will also experience more opportunities to apply their learning through practical writing, analytical thinking and real-world problem-solving, including interpreting charts, graphs and trends across subject areas all to enhance student literacy. Students and employees do their best work in environments where they feel safe, supported and valued. The district will expand proactive behavioral instruction through Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS), strengthen progressive discipline practices and provide explicit instruction in school safety, self-regulation and behavioral expectations. The plan also includes the development of a centralized, standardized counseling and mental health department by fall 2027, along with expanded student participation in clubs, extracurricular activities and other opportunities to build a stronger sense of belonging. Families are essential partners in student success, and the new strategic plan establishes clearer and more consistent…
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