Visions of the Future: South Milwaukee School District Plans to Succeed

I just spent my Friday night and all day Saturday working with 30 teachers, administrators, students and other community members to begin developing a mission, vision and strategic plan for the South Milwaukee School District.

I couldn’t think of a better place to be.

It was a great experience, as we began reviewing the school and community data that will help us drive the decisions we make during this process and began working on refreshing the district’s mission statement. We made some strong progress, with a lot of productive, positive dialog from everyone involved, and I’m looking forward to the next session Nov. 5-6.

One important goal for me? To find ways the city can better partner with the school district to improve the quality of life in South Milwaukee — and then help bring that priority to life with a clear plan and action. Let’s find new and creative ways to build a better South Milwaukee … and then tell the world about all that we have to offer in this city.

It should an interesting journey. And no matter what happens, no matter comes out of this, it’s truly an honor to be asked to be part of this group, an honor to be asked to help shape the future of the district that will educate my two children in the years ahead.

I’ll keep you posted as we hold our next session and then wrap this up Dec. 4.