PRIORITY 2: OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE
PRIORITY 2
OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE
CHERRY HILL PUBLIC SCHOOLS COMMITS TO RESPONSIBLE AND EFFICIENT FISCAL AND OPERATIONAL STEWARDSHIP IN SUPPORT OF STUDENT SUCCESS.
AIM 2A
Ensure fiscal responsibility in the district through efficient resource allocation, transparent processes, and long-term financial sustainability.
Goals
- By 2030, a majority of parents and community members will indicate a high level of satisfaction with their understanding of the data and information driving Cherry Hill’s financial and operational decisions.
KPIs
- KPI 1: Increased levels of stakeholder satisfaction with communication strategies and data transparency showing consistent annual improvement through 2030.
- KPI 2: Increased percentage of stakeholders reporting understanding of operations and budgeting decisions annually.
- KPI 3: A stakeholder committee and feedback system will be established across all schools by February 2026.
- KPI 4: Budgeting and operations processes will be aligned to the district’s goals and priorities to optimize operational practices to enhance fiscal efficiency.
- KPI 5: Cherry Hill Public Schools will receive a minimum rating of 90% clean audits for financial practices annually with no major discrepancies or compliance issues
- KPI 6: Increase in supplementary funding from grants and partnerships by 2030 to strengthen district-wide financial support.
ACTION STEPS
- Align district spending with strategic plan goals.
- Develop and optimize a user-friendly, transparent digital platform for community members to track spending.
- Create educational materials to inform the community of the budgeting process.
- Implement two-way stakeholder feedback mechanisms to support engagement, accountability, and transparency.
- Increase accessibility and equity in communication.
AIM 2B
Maximize the utilization of district resources by effectively balancing student enrollment at the elementary level.
Goals
- By 2030, CHPS will achieve balanced student distribution and efficient resource utilization across all elementary schools in the district.
KPIs
- KPI 1: Progress documentation will be provided by the Steering Committee by September 2025. Meetings to be held monthly.
- KPI 2: A district-wide communication campaign will be launched to inform families, staff, and stakeholders by September 2025.
- KPI 3: The first Community Collaborative Advisory Panel meeting will be held to engage stakeholders and collect feedback by September 2025.
- KPI 4: A progress update for the Board of Education Elementary Redistricting Committee will be delivered by September 2025.
- KPI 5: Community Input Sessions will be held at Cherry Hill High School East, Cherry Hill High School West, and virtually in November 2025.
- KPI 6: Elementary Redistricting Committee updates will take place from October through December 2025
- KPI 7: The Elementary Redistricting Proposal will be finalized and presented to the Board of Education by January 2026. The Board of Education will vote on the proposal in February 2026 and initiate the implementation of the plan.
ACTION STEPS
- Strengthen communication and re-engage stakeholders to establish community guidance for redistricting by September 2025.
- Gather community input through public input sessions in November 2025
- Finalize and prepare the Elementary Redistricting Proposal by January 2026.
- Secure Board of Education approval and initiate implementation of the Elementary Redistricting Plan in February 2026.
AIM 2C
Maintain and enhance school and district resources (i.e., furniture, technology, etc.) to effectively support student readiness for an evolving global workplace and community.
Goals
- By 2030, the district will have clear systems to ensure resources (i.e., furniture, technology, etc.) that support modern educational practices and meet the needs of each student and each staff member.
- By 2030, the district will successfully complete all Bond construction projects on time and within budget, ensuring alignment with community expectations and district needs.
KPIs
- KPI 1: A comprehensive Health & Safety Facilities Checklist will be conducted annually with reports reviewed and filed within a set timeframe.
- KPI 2: A comprehensive Facilities Status Report will be generated every three years detailing areas requiring attention as part of a long-range facilities plan.
- KPI 3: Standardized inspection protocols will be established by 2026 to ensure consistent evaluation and monitoring of all facilities
- KPI 4: All facility inspections will adhere to the established protocols by January 2026 with compliance reports reviewed annually.
- KPI 5: All facilities will be compliant with ADA and safety standards.
- KPI 6: Accessible updates on progress and completion will be provided to the community on Bond project developments.
ACTION STEPS
- Conduct annual evaluations of all buildings.
- Engage stakeholders in decision-making.
- Develop and implement a preventative maintenance schedule.
- Ensure compliance with ADA and safety standards.
- Pursue funding for green upgrades.
- Collaborate with external partners to promote efficiency and quality.