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Pleasantville Schools2026
The Strategic Long-Term Plan
June 4, 2019
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Strategic PlanPleasantville Schools 2026
• Our Journey …Our Work• January 2014 - Steering Committee Retreat• Spring 2014-15 – Action Teams• Year One Commitment – Oct 2014• Year Two Commitment – Oct 2015• Year Three Commitment – Oct 2016• Year Four Commitment – October 2017• Year One, Two, Three and Four Reports on Progress June• May 2017 – Steering Committee Meeting• Winter 2018-19 - Year 5
– New Steering Committee - reflection, re-evaluation, re-launch.
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Pleasantville STRATEGY 1 We will design dynamic, differentiated learning environments infused with
technology in the arts.
BRS• Photoshop Imagery~ Grade 4• iPads in Music Classes
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Pleasantville STRATEGY 1We will design dynamic, differentiated learning environments infused
with technology in the arts.
MS• Grade 5 Tech4All Initiative• Pixlr web-based software – Selfies & digital "Photoshop" skills – Self Portrait Projects• New Extended learning opportunities - Photography, Medieval Art
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Pleasantville STRATEGY 1We will design dynamic, differentiated learning environments
infused with technology in the arts.
PHS• Music Software – Listening Software• Microsoft Tablet (2-in-1 laptops) – Creative Work in Art Courses• Cloud-Based Technology Used in Classrooms• Professional Development – Technology & Transformation
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Pleasantville STRATEGY 2 We will design dynamic and differentiated learning environments infused with
technology in the sciences (STEM)
BRS• Grades 1 & 2 STEAM Classes• Laptop Carts/Additional Computer Lab• Edible Garden Program and Learning Opportunities Expansion• Additional TRUTOUCH boards in learning spaces
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Pleasantville STRATEGY 2We will design dynamic and differentiated learning environments infused
with technology in the sciences (STEM)
• MS• Grade 5 Tech4All Initiative• Grade 4 Incoming 5th graders - "Laptop Meet & Greet"• 3D Flash Forge Printing in Grade 8 STEM –HS Expert• SO Interest Meeting (Grades 5-7) – Digital Presentations from SO Experts• Grade 5 FOSS Next Generation Science Program: Online Resources - Tutorials, Digital
Textbooks
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Pleasantville STRATEGY 2We will design dynamic and differentiated learning environments infused
with technology in the sciences (STEM)
• PHS• Grade 9 Tech4All• Inquiry Based Redesign of Lab Activities (Ongoing)• New Courses – Web Design Course & App Development• Blended Learning Model – Science, Math & Computer Courses• On the Horizon – Social Studies & English Blended Learning
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Pleasantville STRATEGY 3 We will design dynamic, differentiated learning environments infused with
technology in the humanities
BRS• Thinking Maps Year 3 Writing off the Maps• Alternative Seating/Classroom reconfigurations (ALEC) Primary Time K, 1 & 2 All About Me, Grade 4 Project K Bee Bots enhance learning
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Pleasantville STRATEGY 3We will design dynamic, differentiated learning environments infused
with technology in the humanities
• MS• Grade 5 Tech4All Initiative-Cloud Based Technology & research• Grade 6 - MS Forms – Digital Assessments – Data Analysis
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Pleasantville STRATEGY 3We will design dynamic, differentiated learning environments infused
with technology in the humanities
• PHS• Grade 9 Tech4All• Cloud-Based Collaboration – Microsoft 365 (Writing Process)• Cloud Based Instruction – Microsoft Teams
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Pleasantville STRATEGY 4 We will explore, design and realize optimal uses of time, space, and place.
BRS• K-12 Six Day Cycle• Standing Desks/new furniture• Site Visits to Elementary Schools Mobile Garden Lobby & Cafeteria Message Boards
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Pleasantville STRATEGY 4We will explore, design and realize optimal uses of time, space, and place.
• MS• Storage Shed – Theater arts storage space• Inquiry lab displays – Multiple screen casting options (small/large groups)• TRUTOUCH-Interactive Display Technology-4 Additional Classroom installs• Laptop Lab - Device upgrades• Locker Replacement Year 4• Flexible Learning Spaces – Furniture upgrades in classrooms & shared spaces
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Pleasantville STRATEGY 4We will explore, design and realize optimal uses of time, space, and place.
• PHS• Schedule Committee – Site Visits & Internal Review (Ongoing)• Flexible Learning Spaces – Redesign of Computer Labs/Device Deployment• Web-Based Tools - Professional Development & Collaboration• Collaboration – Time during the day for ongoing collaboration• On the horizion, Increased Office Hours for 2019 – 2020 School Year
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Pleasantville STRATEGY 5 We will sustain and expand our climate of holistic wellness.
BRS• New Kitchen Serving Counter• Enhancement of Character Education Program• Mindfulness in and outside of the classroom• Green Initiatives• Movement Hallways
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Pleasantville STRATEGY 5We will sustain and expand our climate of holistic wellness
• MS• Pleasantville STRONG - Expand partnership & supplement substance abuse prevention
education building-wide– MaryAnne Flatley – Grade 7 health push-in
• Grade 8 Health - Detective Hatchard - Push-in on drug prevention and substance abuse• School/Gradewide-Unity Projects• BTH/DBT Steps A-Grade 5• Digital Citizenship Workshops
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Pleasantville STRATEGY 5We will sustain and expand our climate of holistic wellness
• PHS• Student Assemblies & Wellness Visits (PE)• School Counseling Programs (Students and Parents)• Student Assistance Counselor at PHS & PMS• Upstander Day – Exploring Additional Opportunities to Expand Character Ed.• Universal DBT STEPS-A• Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence – Faculty Training• Mentors Against Violence, Walk A Mile & Sources of Strength
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Pleasantville STRATEGY 6 –We will communicate to inform and empower
BRS• Principal SEPTA Coffees with Special Education Administration• School Messenger• Daily Announcements (Students) Lobby Message Boards Grade 4 Tech Day "Meet your 1 to 1 Device"
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Pleasantville STRATEGY 6 –We will communicate to inform and empower
MS• Daily Announcements-Period 2 individual classes• Twitter• School Messenger-Trends, special events, push-ins etc.• Weekly Bulletin• PTA/STRONG Meetings• AM/PM Events• Message boards in lobby and cafeteria
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Pleasantville STRATEGY 6 –We will communicate to inform and empower
• PHS• PHS Weekly Updates (Web-Based Communication)• Twitter Feed – PHS & Various Clubs/Organizations• The Green Gazette – Daily Online PHS Happenings• The Daily Panther – YouTube Channel Devoted to all things PHS• Email Blasts – School Messenger• Microsoft/Google Forms – Survey Tools Used to Gather Feedback from Families• Community Forums – Morning & Evening Events
• Athletics• Continue on-line registration system for athletic medical clearance - work with nurses and Doctor• College Recruiting – NCAA and Perfect Playcement presentations• Athletic Calendar – Online & Interactive (Live Document)
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Pleasantville Strategy 7We will strengthen existing and develop new community partnerships.
• BRS• "Sock-tober" partnership with Socks & Souls• Pace University• Pleasantville Recyles• Maria Ferrari Hospital; Toy Collection, Amenity Kits• Baby Items for Open Door
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Pleasantville Strategy 7We will strengthen existing and develop new community partnerships.
• MS• Curious on Hudson• ARC Stages• Pleasantville STRONG/BTH-Steps A, Keynote Speakers (i.e.: Matt Belace)• Pleasantville Police Department
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Pleasantville Strategy 7 We will strengthen existing and develop new community partnerships
PHS• Internships – Over 145 Students Placed During the 2018 – 2019 School Year• Jacob Burns – Students visited the JBFC for Viewings of Several Films• PACE University – Trips to support STEM initiatives• Rotary – Expansion of relationship, Interact Club• YWCA – Leadership Training