DAVMES Strategic Investment Plan: Building Our Future
Mission
Empower each student to achieve highest potential in a nurturing environment that also fosters creativity, wellness, and character.
Vision
An innovative learning community that prepares compassionate and confident leaders for a diverse and changing world.
Academic Excellence & Innovation
- Cognia Accreditation (Quality Framework)
- Project Based Learning (Garden and Yoga Projects)
- STEM & Technology Integration
- Expanded Enrichment Programs
Faculty & Staff Development
- Recruit develop, and retain faculty
- Increase STEM capacity
- Continuous training & development
- Specialized staf for arts, music, athletics
Community & Cultural Engagement
- Community Service Projects
- Deepen parent & community bonds
- Cultural events & festivals
- Build global understanding through exploration
Health & Wellness
- Whole-child education (Mind, Body, Spirit)
- Structured SEL Program
- Nutrition & healthy lifestyle education
- Organized sports and games
Facilities & Infrastructure
- Physical Campus Improvements
- Specialized STEM spaces (Science/Tech Labs)
- Athletic and Sports upgrades
- Flexible multi-purpose spaces
Middle School Expansion
- Build Middle School (Grades 6 - 8)
- Sustainable financial planning
- Increased enrollment and service to community
High Level Timeline
Phase 1:
Foundational
Focus on Academic Excellence, Community Outreach, Cognia Accreditation and STEM Evaluations.
Phase 2:
Critial Investment
PBL Initiatives Launch, New Subjects and Activities Focus, Specialized Labs, and Facilities Infrastructure.
Phase 3 & Beyond:
Launch & Expansion
Launch Middle School with advanced offerings and longer term sustainability.