Dr. Ozer: 90-Day Entry Plan

Experiencing the KHS Culture

The first 30 days are dedicated to understanding what makes Kennett High School exceptional. Through listening, building relationships, and maintaining a visible presence, I will work to establish trust and gain a deeper understanding of the school community and district priorities.

Building Relationships and Understanding Culture

• Learn the culture, traditions, and strengths of Kennett High School.

• Build trust with students, staff, families, and community stakeholders.
• Develop an understanding of district priorities and school improvement efforts.
• Prioritize visibility and accessibility.

Turning Listening Into Understanding

During the next 30 days, the focus shifts to reflection, collaboration, and alignment. By bringing together stakeholder feedback, school data, and district priorities, we will identify strengths, opportunities, and emerging priorities.

Building a shared understanding of our current reality creates a strong foundation for meaningful and sustainable growth.This collaborative process ensures that future decisions are informed, student-centered, and grounded in the values that make Kennett High School exceptional.

• Deepen understanding through data, dialogue, and reflection.
• Celebrate the strengths that make Kennett exceptional while identifying opportunities that support student success.
• Build alignment around a shared vision for continuous improvement.
• Align priorities with district goals and the voices of stakeholders.

Partnering to Shape Our Future

The final 30 days focus on advancing our work through collaboration and shared leadership. By communicating key findings, establishing shared priorities, and implementing early action steps, we will move from understanding to action while creating a strong foundation for continuous improvement and student success.

Advancing Through Collaboration and Shared Leadership

• Communicate key findings and celebrate school strengths.
• Establish shared priorities aligned with KCSD's mission, core values, and student needs.
• Create sustainable structures for ongoing stakeholder engagement and feedback.
• Implement early action steps that demonstrate responsiveness and strengthen the school community.
• Build momentum for continuous improvement through collaborative action.

I will build relationships, listen with intention, and gain a deep understanding of Kennett High School's culture, traditions, strengths, and aspirations.

• Meet with students, staff, families, district leaders, alumni, and community partners to build relationships and listen to stakeholder perspectives.
• Visit classrooms, attend school events, and establish a visible, approachable presence throughout the school community.
• Engage with parent organizations and community groups to learn about Kennett's traditions, strengths, and aspirations.
• Review school operations, instructional programs, student support systems, and district priorities to develop a comprehensive understanding of the school.

I will reflect on stakeholder feedback, analyze school data, and collaborate with others to identify shared priorities that support student success.

• Analyze stakeholder feedback and school data to identify strengths, opportunities, and emerging priorities.
• Collaborate with school and district leaders to align findings with KCSD's mission, core values, and strategic priorities.
• Continue engaging students, staff, families, and community partners to deepen understanding and strengthen relationships.
• Develop a shared understanding of the school's current reality to inform future planning and decision-making.

I will communicate what I've learned, engage stakeholders in shared decision-making, and launch collaborative actions that build momentum for continuous improvement.

• Share a summary highlighting school strengths, stakeholder feedback, and key themes.
• Establish shared priorities aligned with KCSD's mission, core values, and the needs of our students.
• Launch collaborative structures that promote shared leadership, ongoing stakeholder engagement, and continuous feedback.
• Implement early action steps that advance student success, strengthen partnerships, and build momentum for continuous improvement.