To develop and implement an action plan to increase community, parent, and industry involvement in our educational system by June 1999.

To design and implement, an on-going, comprehensive staff development program which correlates to all new curriculum changes as well as providing for individual teacher improvement in areas of interest.

To maintain and implement a five-year district technology plan for grades Kindergarten through Grade 12. The plan will be updated annually in November and presented to the School Committee. This plan will address a full range of computer science and technological opportunities for all students.

To develop, through a five year plan with annual target dates, comprehensive curriculum utilizing current research and best practice in all curricula areas to be completed by the year 2003.

To insure that 100% of Portsmouth School Department students achieve the standard in all disciplines at each assessment mark (grades 4,8, and 10) based on established standards that incorporate goal setting, problem solving, and critical thinking by the year 2003.

To develop creative and innovative alternate funding sources in order to increase support for school programs and needs by 10% per year.

To maintain the highest standards for our professional staff by developing and implementing a consistent and objective evaluative procedure by September 1, 1998, and updated annually.

To fully implement the State of Rhode Island Student Investment Initiative and be consistent with Rhode Island Comprehensive Educational Strategy.

To develop and implement a five year Asset Protection Plan which will insure the upkeep and maintenance of buildings and equipment, by September 30, 1998.