Lebanon Township Board of Education & District Goals 2025-2026

Roots & Branches

The Lebanon Township Board of Education and District leadership work together to lead with vision, transparency and accountability — using data to guide decisions, reporting progress with clarity, stewarding resources responsibly, and strengthening communication. Together, we commit to advancing excellence across the academic spectrum, promoting personalized learning for all students of all abilities, and creating educational environments and opportunities that inspire curiosity, creativity, and achievement - always with an unwavering dedication to “What’s Best For Kids”.

Board of Education Goals

The Lebanon Township Board of Education’s goals form the solid roots of our school system, offering clarity, stability, and direction. They ground our work in shared priorities and guide the decisions that shape our district’s path.

    1. The Board will receive relevant data aligned to committee work at least once per quarter.

    2. District leadership will provide executive summaries with relevant data analysis alongside major recommendations or proposals.

    3. Board discussions will reflect increased use of data to inform decisions on programs, staffing, facilities, and policies.

    1. The Superintendent will provide written and/or verbal updates on district and board goals during public board meetings each quarter.

    2. Board meeting agendas will reflect alignment with strategic goals to support transparency and accountability.

    3. Evidence of progress toward each district and board goal will be documented and reviewed ahead of annual goal-setting for the next school year.

    1. The budget development process will include stakeholder input and reflect alignment with district goals.

    2. Multi-year financial planning documents (e.g., capital projects, staffing projections) will be reviewed as part of budget discussions.

    3. Budget discussions will clearly outline how proposed expenditures support instruction, student needs, and safe, effective learning environments.

    4. The Board will receive monthly financial reports and use data to monitor spending patterns and long-term sustainability.

    5. The final budget will be adopted on time and will maintain or enhance educational programming without compromising fiscal stability.

    1. Each Board committee will select a chair and establish a consistent meeting schedule.

    2. Committee meeting notes and summaries will be shared with the full Board on a regular basis.

    3. A shared document or calendar will be maintained to track committee topics, action items, and follow-ups.

    4. Board members will report improved understanding of committee work and roles during end-of-year self-assessment.

District Goals

From the roots of our Board goals grow our District goals — branching upward and outward, creating opportunity for learning and creativity, providing the space and support every student needs to grow, flourish, and reach for the sky.

    1. The district will initiate a comprehensive review of K–8 math curriculum, instruction, and materials.

    2. Teacher surveys and focus groups will be conducted to gather feedback on the effectiveness and needs of current math instruction.

    3. A recommendation report for future curriculum adoption or instructional adjustments will be presented to the Board prior to the start of the 2025–2026 school year.

    4. Professional development will be aligned with identified instructional gaps and offered district-wide throughout the 2025–2026 school year.

    5. Administration will conduct regular walkthroughs and formal observations to assess instruction and provide feedback.

    6. Teachers will meet in grade-level teams and departments to progress-monitor teaching and learning.

    7. Benchmark and standardized assessment data will be analyzed to identify areas of strength and need by grade level.

    • The district will initiate and complete an ELA program audit (K–8), including a review of standards alignment, instructional practices, and available resources.

    • Stakeholder input will be gathered to assess perceived effectiveness and identify gaps in ELA programming.

    • Assessment data from universal screeners and state testing will be disaggregated and used to guide recommendations.
      Instructional walkthroughs and observation data will reflect an increased focus on reading comprehension, writing, and vocabulary development.

    • A report with recommendations for curricular or instructional adjustments will be finalized and shared prior to the end of the 2025–2026 school year.

    1. All instructional staff will receive targeted professional development on differentiation strategies by the midpoint of the 2025–2026 school year.

    2. Lesson plans and classroom observations will reflect the use of varied instructional strategies tailored to student readiness levels and learning styles.

    3. Teachers will use assessment data to inform differentiated grouping and instructional planning.

    4. Intervention and enrichment opportunities will be clearly documented and accessible across grade levels.

    1. Facility needs assessments and walkthroughs will be conducted at both schools prior to the start of the 2025–2026 school year.

    2. Students, staff, and families will be surveyed to gather feedback on learning space needs and priorities.

    3. A capital improvements list will be created and prioritized to support student-centered, flexible learning environments.

    4. Safety, accessibility, and functionality enhancements will be completed based on assessment findings before the end of the school year.

    5. Facilities updates will be shared with the Board and community to maintain transparency and track progress.

Nurturing Growth Through Accountability

Just as a healthy system of roots and strong branches sustain a thriving tree, our commitment to accountability sustains the growth of our schools. Throughout the school year and at every Board meeting, we will tend to our roots and branches — reviewing progress, addressing challenges, and nurturing new opportunities.

Each quarter, we will share a full, transparent update with our community, ensuring that together, we remain steadfast in, and accountable, to our promise to support every student as they grow, thrive, and flourish.