Fair Haven Public Schools

Finance & Operations Committee Goals

Goal 1: Strive to be thoughtful and diligent stewards of the District, maintaining consistent oversight of the budget to provide the most enriching and complete academic experience for every student.
Goal 2: Prioritize support for and maintenance of programs that represent our diverse student body and provide a challenging yet inclusive environment for all students.
Goal 3: Look to improve upon our operational efficiencies to help mitigate the ongoing concerns surrounding rising expenditures.

Education Committee Goals

Goal 1: Top-Tier Curriculum: Vocabulary, Comprehension, STEAM (Strategic Plan Objective A)
● Maintain a strong, vertically aligned PreK–8 curriculum.
● Strengthen literacy through articulation, vocabulary and comprehension.
● Expand STEAM with hands-on, inquiry-based learning.
● Use data and teacher feedback to refine the curriculum.
● Collaborate with Rumson, RFH and other area schools to ensure high school readiness.

Goal 2: Achievement (Strategic Plan Objective A)
● Use data to identify needs and drive timely interventions.
● Provide both targeted support and enrichment opportunities.
● Offer professional development to strengthen instruction.
● Continue to encourage student goal-setting and self-reflection.

Goal 3: Differentiation (Strategic Plan Objective A)
● Tailor instruction to meet diverse learning needs.
● Focus on mid-tier students and performance discrepancies.
● Expand enrichment and content specific / personalized instructional opportunities.
● Promote hands-on, project-based, and student-led learning.

Goal 4: Health & Safety (Strategic Plan Objective C)
● Prioritize physical, emotional, & social well-being.
● Maintain and review safety & emergency plans.
● Foster an inclusive, supportive school climate through curricular infusions.
● Partner with families and community on wellness initiatives.

Human Resources Committee Goals

Goal 1: We commit to hiring and retaining the most qualified candidate for each open position.
Goal 2: We will continue to evaluate how we structure district staffing through the lens of student outcomes, staff morale, and fiduciary responsibility.
Goal 3: We commit to provide District employees a work environment that is safe and supportive by establishing, administering, and effectively communicating sound policies, rules, and practices.

Policy Committee Goals

Goal 1: Continued Policy Development & Review - Create, revise, or eliminate policies to align with local, state, and federal laws. Ensure policies reflect the district’s vision, mission, and strategic goals.
Goal 2: Compliance & Accountability - Ensure all policies comply with legal mandates and educational standards. Establish clear guidelines for accountability and enforcement of policies.
Goal 3: Monitoring & Evaluation - Set up mechanisms to evaluate the effectiveness of existing policies. Recommend updates or changes based on performance data and feedback.
Goal 4: Student Achievement & Well Being - Focus on policies that improve academic outcomes and support student mental health and safety. Support & address issues like attendance, discipline, and extracurricular activities.
Goal 5: Professional Development - Support policies that encourage staff training and professional growth. Ensure policies promote effective teaching and leadership practices.