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School year

2026-2027 district goals

Progress on the superintendent's goals under each strategic plan pillar, with reporting deadlines tracked on the timeline.

Student Academic Experience

“The Phoenixville Area School District strives to provide an equitable high-quality education that meets the learning needs of all students.”

  1. 1. Graduation Rate

    Maintain or exceed 95% graduation rate of the senior cohort annually. Report to the board each May on 5-year trends and supports in place to improve student outcomes.

    Tasks to complete

    • Pending: Report to the board on 5-year trends Due by end of year
    • Pending: Maintain 95% graduation rate Due by end of year

  2. 2. Assessment Performance

    Support continuous improvement in student performance on internal and external assessments through a balanced, whole-child approach. As the District implements academic supports and intervention strategies to advance student achievement, it will continue to consider the importance of providing students with access to a well-rounded educational experience that includes music, the arts, and extracurricular opportunities. Annual updates to the Board will include information on academic progress and the District's efforts to maintain a balanced educational program.

    • Increase the percentage of students scoring Proficient or Advanced on Keystone exams (Algebra 1 and Literature) on their first attempt by 4 percentage points from prior year in each content area.
    • Increase the percentage of students scoring Proficient or Advanced on PSSA exams (Reading and Math, grades 3-8) by 5 percentage points from the prior year in each content area and grade level (ex. 3rd grade Math).
    • Increase the percentage of students meeting grade-level expectations on internal district assessments in reading and math. Decrease percentage of students scoring below proficiency by 5 percentage points from prior year.
    • Monitor and report an action plan to appropriately support student achievement on these assessments with clearly identified areas of improvement.

    Tasks to complete

    • Pending: Monitor and report an action plan Due by end of year
    • Pending: Decrease students scoring below proficiency Due by end of year
    • Pending: Increase students meeting grade-level expectations Due by end of year
    • Pending: Increase PSSA Proficient or Advanced scores Due by end of year
    • Pending: Increase Keystone Proficient or Advanced scores Due by end of year
    • Pending: Provide annual updates to the Board Due by end of year

  3. 3. Student Screen Time Policy

    The district will implement a balanced approach to student screen time that eliminates non-essential usage and prioritizes purposeful, curriculum-aligned use.

    • Implement the Ed Tech Advisory Council's recommendations for the 2026–2027 school year to promote intentional, developmentally appropriate use of student devices, implementing the recommendations as soon as appropriate.
    • Opt-in policy for K–6 students to bring devices home
    • Eliminating device use during recess and minimizing use during arrival, dismissal, and snack at teacher discretion;
    • Default “allow list” for K–2 student devices
    • Eliminate the district’s 1:1 assigned device policy in grades K-3. Review device usage policies for other grades and provide report to board by March 2027.

    Tasks to complete

    • Pending: Establish K-6 device take-home opt-in policy Due by end of year
    • Pending: Eliminate device use during recess Due by end of year
    • Pending: Minimize device use during arrival, dismissal, and snack Due by end of year
    • Pending: Establish K-2 device allow list Due by end of year
    • Pending: Review device usage policies for other grades Due by end of year
    • Pending: Implement Ed Tech Advisory Council recommendations Due by Oct 31, 2026
    • Pending: Report device usage findings to board Due by Mar 31, 2027
    • Pending: Eliminate 1:1 device policy for grades K-3 Due by Mar 31, 2027

Employees

“The Phoenixville Area School District values its staff and seeks to promote employee growth and effectiveness. PASD strives to be a sought-after employer.”

  1. 1. Employee Wellness

    Expand employee wellness offerings to promote staff health and wellbeing in collaboration with the district’s existing Wellness Committee. Admin will report to the board on any suggested program changes by March 2027.

    Tasks to complete

    • Pending: Expand employee wellness offerings Due by end of year
    • Pending: Report on wellness program changes Due by Mar 31, 2027

  2. 2. Employee Retention

    Maintain at least 80% retention for employees with positive evaluations and report to the board annually.

    Tasks to complete

    • Pending: Report to the board Due by end of year
    • Pending: Maintain 80% employee retention Due by end of year

  3. 3. Employee Satisfaction Survey

    Conduct and refine employee satisfaction surveys measuring trust, communication, and professional growth. Target a 65% participation rate with an 80% satisfaction in each area.

    • Report survey results to board by January 2027.

    • Partner with stakeholders to make a proposed action plan to address identified areas for improvement and a proposed action plan by January 2027.

    • Execute the plan to address at least three areas for improvement and report progress to the board by May 2027.

    Tasks to complete

    • Pending: Achieve 65% survey participation rate Due by end of year
    • Pending: Achieve 80% satisfaction in survey areas Due by end of year
    • Pending: Conduct and refine employee satisfaction surveys Due by end of year
    • Pending: Partner with stakeholders on action plan Due by Jan 31, 2027
    • Pending: Report survey results to board Due by Jan 31, 2027
    • Pending: Report progress to the board Due by May 31, 2027
    • Pending: Execute plan for three improvement areas Due by May 31, 2027

Communications

“The Phoenixville Area School District will provide clear, timely, and relevant communications to all students, families, employees, and the PASD community.”

  1. 1. Communications Consistency

    Monitor and refine district-wide communications to improve consistency and ease of use.

    • Focus areas include cadence of communication, streamlining information, educational platform use, and universally designed content. Report to the board by May 2027 on changes, engagement, and user feedback.

    • Increase language accessibility across the district community. Report to the board by November 2026 and by June 2027.

    Tasks to complete

    • Pending: Monitor and refine communications Due by end of year
    • Pending: Increase language accessibility Due by Nov 30, 2026
    • Pending: Report to the board on language accessibility Due by Nov 30, 2026
    • Pending: Report to the board on communication changes Due by May 31, 2027
    • Pending: Report to the board on language accessibility Due by Jun 30, 2027

  2. 2. District Climate Survey

    Foster trust and communication across the district community.

    • Survey PASD stakeholders to assess district climate. Report results to the board by March 2027.
    • Increase transparency and family controls by providing clear information and tools to monitor and manage student use of district-issued devices. Report to board on engagement and stakeholder feedback by February 2027.

    Tasks to complete

    • Pending: Survey stakeholders to assess district climate Due by end of year
    • Pending: Provide information and tools for device monitoring Due by end of year
    • Pending: Report on engagement and stakeholder feedback Due by Feb 28, 2027
    • Pending: Report climate survey results to the board Due by Mar 31, 2027

  3. 3. WCAG 2.1 Accessibility Compliance

    Continue progress toward WCAG 2.1 compliance (ADA accessibility standard) to meet the April 2028 federal deadline. Report to the board by April 2027.

    Tasks to complete

    • Pending: Report to the board Due by Apr 30, 2027
    • Pending: Achieve WCAG 2.1 compliance Due by Apr 30, 2028

Resource Allocation

“The Phoenixville Area School District will use all capital and other resources in an efficient and effective manner. Resources should be allocated to provide the highest possible return on investment for student achievement.”

  1. 1. High School Renovation Planning

    Hire a firm to develop detailed project plan options for the high school renovation and establish a framework for community engagement throughout the planning process by January 2027.

    Tasks to complete

    • Pending: Establish community engagement framework Due by Jan 31, 2027
    • Pending: Hire a firm for renovation project plans Due by Jan 31, 2027

  2. 2. SLEP Project Priorities

    Establish a priority list of 2026-27 projects based on the Service Life Extension Plan (SLEP) and provide recommendations, including total anticipated costs, to the board by January 2027. Provide a list to the board of all projects $75K or higher (SLEP and other) planned to start during 2027. Publish the list and status updates on the PASD website.

    Tasks to complete

    • Pending: Publish project list and status updates on website Due by end of year
    • Pending: Provide project priority list and recommendations Due by Jan 31, 2027
    • Pending: Provide list of projects $75K or higher Due by Jan 31, 2027

  3. 3. School Safety & Security

    Continue to implement best practice school safety and security systems across all district facilities, including physical and cybersecurity. Report to the board in executive session at least four times during the school year on school safety, including an annual comprehensive security plan review outlining any infrastructure, technology, staffing, procedure, or policy changes needed.

    Tasks to complete

    • Pending: Implement safety and security systems Due by end of year
    • Pending: Report to the board on school safety Due by end of year
    • Pending: Conduct annual comprehensive security plan review Due by end of year

  4. 4. Fiscally Responsible Budget

    Develop a fiscally responsible budget inclusive of the varied needs of the district.

    • Manage 2026-2027 expenses to less than 1% over the final board approved budget.
    • Develop a draft preliminary budget for 2027-2028 within the Act I index plus estimated applicable exemptions.
    • Provide the board with a department-level budget review as part of the preliminary budget presentation.

    Tasks to complete

    • Pending: Manage 2026-2027 expenses Due by end of year
    • Pending: Develop fiscally responsible budget Due by end of year
    • Pending: Develop 2027-2028 preliminary budget Due by end of year
    • Pending: Provide department-level budget review Due by end of year

District Climate & Culture

“The Phoenixville Area School District will continue to build a culture where all students, staff, and families feel welcomed, respected, and included by embedding practices of belonging and inclusion across professional development, student and family supports, hiring, and school culture.”

  1. 1. Culture & Climate Recommendations

    Develop recommendations to strengthen district culture and climate through a districtwide framework that promotes belonging, inclusion, student voice, staff development, and equitable access to opportunities for all students.

    • Using findings from the DVCE consultant report, student life committee feedback, stakeholder input, and internal data (e.g. surveys, focus groups, SPED, ELL, discipline data), develop and present recommendations to the Board that identify strategies, resources, and measurable indicators to support and monitor progress.

    • A progress update will be provided to the Board by November 2026, with final recommendations presented by June 2027.

    Tasks to complete

    • Pending: Develop districtwide culture and climate framework Due by end of year
    • Pending: Provide progress update to the Board Due by Nov 30, 2026
    • Pending: Present final recommendations to the Board Due by Jun 30, 2027

  2. 2. Advanced Course Access Review

    Review enrollment procedures and prerequisites for advanced-level courses at PAHS and identify any barriers to access and academic success across the district.

    • Using enrollment data, stakeholder feedback, and student outcomes, identify barriers to participation. Develop recommendations for the Board that include strategies, supports, and measurable indicators to increase academic performance and diversify student participation in advanced academic opportunities including Dual Enrollment, Honors, and Advanced Placement (AP) courses.

    • Provide recommendations before approval of PAHS Program of Studies for 2027-2028.

    Tasks to complete

    • Pending: Review PAHS enrollment procedures and prerequisites Due by end of year
    • Pending: Identify barriers to access and academic success Due by end of year
    • Pending: Identify barriers to participation using data and feedback Due by end of year
    • Pending: Develop recommendations for the Board Due by Jan 31, 2027

  3. 3. Extracurricular Participation & Equity

    Increase student participation in extracurricular programs including school sponsored clubs, music, theater, and athletics.

    • Analyze participation and evaluate opportunities for accessibility, cultural responsiveness, and trauma-informed practices for all students across race, ethnicity, language, gender, economic status, and disability.

    • Using participation data, stakeholder feedback, and student voice, identify barriers to participation and develop recommendations for the Board that include strategies, supports, and measurable indicators to increase and diversify student participation while promoting engagement, belonging, and success. A progress update will be provided to the Board by January 2027, with final recommendations presented by April 2027.

    • Deliver the Activities and Athletics Progress Report to the Board in December 2026 and May 2027, featuring middle and high school participation data categorized by gender and demographics, alongside updates on new program growth and brand enhancement initiatives, as well as implementation of recommendations from TNG Title IX audit.

    Tasks to complete

    • Pending: Increase student extracurricular participation Due by end of year
    • Pending: Analyze participation and evaluate opportunities Due by end of year
    • Pending: Identify barriers and develop recommendations Due by end of year
    • Pending: Deliver Activities and Athletics Progress Report Due by Dec 31, 2026
    • Pending: Provide progress update to Board Due by Jan 31, 2027
    • Pending: Present final recommendations to Board Due by Apr 30, 2027
    • Pending: Deliver Activities and Athletics Progress Report Due by May 31, 2027