School Improvement Plan
Provide excellent, challenging learning opportunities and experiences that prepare each student for success.
To be Wisconsin’s top performing urban school district that is highly regarded for continuously exceeding all expectations.
All students will have an equal opportunity to prepare for college and/or careers with the support of highly qualified educators in a learning environment that is resource rich, safe, and welcoming.
Commitment to Excellence
Bradford is excited to announce the launch of our School Improvement Plan, a focused effort to ensure we continually grow and provide the best possible learning environment for our students. This plan is not just about addressing challenges—it’s about embracing opportunities to enhance our academic programs, strengthen community engagement, and foster a culture of excellence. Every member of our school community plays a vital role in this journey, and together, we will build on our strengths, learn from our experiences, and move forward with a shared commitment to progress. With a positive mindset, dedication to continuous improvement and intentional reflection on our practice we are determined and confident that we will create even greater opportunities for our students to thrive.
Goal: Student Achievement
By spring 2027, the district will increase the percentage of students scoring meeting or advanced in reading and math by 12%, as measured by state assessments.
Strategy 1: Ensure that all students receive high-quality instruction, grade level content, deep engagement and high expectations through the effective use of data.
Strategy 1 Action Steps
- Implement weekly team meetings in Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) to review student assessment data, adjust instructional strategies, and design targeted interventions for students needing additional support.
- Implement systems for collaborative planning sessions where teachers unpack grade-level standards, align instructional strategies, and create rigorous lesson plans that promote critical thinking and problem-solving.
Strategy 2: Cultivate a safe, positive learning environment.
Strategy 2 Action Steps
- Implement school-wide Tier 1 behavior reinforcement program, including clear expectations, visual reminders, and monthly recognition for students demonstrating respectful, responsible, and safe behaviors.
- Strengthen multi-level systems of support by creating a student support team that meets weekly to review data on behavior, attendance, and mental health, ensuring timely interventions and tailored resources for struggling students.
Strategy 3: Foster and strengthen family and community engagement.
Strategy 3 Action Steps
- Increase communication that includes minimum weekly universal updates to students, parents, and staff via principal communication, weekly agendas for all teachers, Infinite Campus updates for missing work, highlighting progress on school improvement goals, sharing resources, and celebrating successes to strengthen connections and collaboration.