Hi Educational Leaders! We hope the first two months of 2025 have brought productivity and good things to your schools.
We have spent the last few editions reinforcing the power of the North Star Metric (NSM) and the importance of Key Progress Indicators (KPIs) and Objectives & Key Results (OKRs) in driving school success. Now, it’s time to turn strategy into action. The key to breakthrough performance is not just knowing what to do; it’s about executing with precision.
When it comes to achieving any goal, whether in education, business, or personal development, a tactical plan plays a crucial role. A tactical plan is the bridge between vision and execution. It breaks down broad objectives into clear, actionable steps that ensure steady progress. Without a tactical plan, even the most ambitious goals remain ideas without direction. Schools need a well-structured plan to ensure their strategies translate into measurable impact. Educentric has developed a tactical plan specifically designed for this purpose—The School Breakthrough Flight Plan (SBFP).
What is the School Breakthrough Flight Plan (SBFP)?
The SBFP is Educentric’s structured tactical roadmap that transforms high-level objectives into a clear, actionable plan for achieving school success. This plan ensures alignment between your North Star Metric, Priority Objectives, and measurable outcomes, helping schools stay focused on execution while adapting to real-time progress.
We believe that breakthrough performance is about empowering schools with the tools they need to succeed! Now, let’s dive in…
Breaking Down the Educentric SBFP Framework
1. Define Your Priority Objectives
Priority Objectives (POs) translate your North Star Metric into specific, targeted initiatives. These should be the high-impact focus areas that will move the needle in student achievement and school performance. Example: Increase student math proficiency for Grades 3-5.
2. Identify Focus Areas
Each Priority Objective is broken down into Focus Areas, which categorize the main areas of effort needed to reach the objective. These could be instructional strategies, teacher development, student engagement, or curriculum improvements.
3. Develop the Action Plan (Strategy & Tactics)
Strategy: Broad initiatives that guide progress (e.g., implement targeted math intervention programs).
Tactics & First Steps: Specific, actionable tasks that bring the strategy to life (e.g., assign intervention groups, integrate adaptive learning software, schedule professional development for math teachers).
4. Establish Metrics: Key Progress Indicators & Key Results
To measure impact, each Priority Objective must be connected to:
Key Progress Indicators (KPIs) – Formative, ongoing measures that track progress (e.g., 80% of students scoring at least 80% on unit assessments).
Key Results (KRs) – Summative outcomes determining success (e.g., Math STAAR proficiency increasing from 67% to 81%).
Let’s See How The SBFP is Applied in The Real World
At Greenfield Elementary, school leaders identified “90% of students reading at grade level by third grade” as their North Star Metric. Their SBFP included:
Priority Objective: Improve foundational literacy for early learners.
Focus Areas: Phonics instruction, reading interventions, teacher PD.
Action Plan: Implemented targeted interventions, trained teachers in structured literacy methods, and launched family engagement workshops.
Metrics: Monthly assessments to track progress (KPI), annual reading proficiency increase goal (KR).
Within two years, Greenfield Elementary saw a 20% increase in reading proficiency, demonstrating the power of a focused Flight Plan.
As an additional critical note, a strong accountability system and teamwork play a crucial role in sustaining this progress. It is essential that every team member knows their role, understands their responsibilities, and is held accountable for delivering results.
Take Action for Your School
Having a clear and structured tactical plan is essential for achieving long-term success. A well-designed blueprint ensures that your school remains focused, aligned, and accountable for every step taken toward improvement. Without a strategic flight plan, progress can become fragmented and inconsistent. Educentric provides expert guidance in crafting customized SBFPs for schools ready to achieve transformational results.
Now, it’s time for your school to go beyond planning and take action. Our team consists of top-notch educators with years of experience in the educational and consulting fields. We ensure that your plan is not only actionable but also aligned with the goals that matter most to your institution.
It's 2025—your school should take a bold step and dive into something bigger. With the expertise and guidance of Educentric, your journey toward breakthrough performance begins now! Use the SBFP to align your efforts, create measurable steps, and hold your team accountable. Need help? Contact us below.
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