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INTRODUCTION OF STRATEGIC PLAN

Our Fiscal Year 2024-2028 Strategic Plan is a comprehensive initiative that centers on enhancing the student experience on a daily basis. This inclusive strategy has been crafted through collaborative efforts involving the school's leadership team, dedicated faculty, and hardworking staff.

 

The plan prioritizes student experience, the strategic plan places a strong emphasis on attracting and retaining top teaching talent. The strategic plan also announces the public launch of our Imagine Capital Campaign. The collective input and commitment of the entire school community, including the leadership team, faculty, staff, and the guidance of Thesisen Consulting, have played a crucial role in shaping this forward-thinking and ambitious roadmap for the future.

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CORE OF OUR STRATEGIC PLAN

At the core of our new strategic plan are our updated mission and vision. They serve as the guiding principles shaping our goals and decisions, reflecting the essence of who we are and what we aim to achieve.

MISSION: St. Benedict’s Episcopal School embraces the values of Episcopal education to inspire learning and nurtures growth.

VISION: St. Benedict’s Episcopal School develops confident, curious, compassionate, independent thinkers, respectful of diversity and grounded in faith.

INTRODUCTION OF STRATEGIC PLAN

Our FY 24-28 Strategic Plan focuses on the student experience today and everyday. It’s also about attracting and retaining top teaching talent.

OBJECTIVE 1

Provide a caring, exceptional educational experience that attracts families to our school

  • Continue to reflect the diversity of the Smyrna community and maintain a safe, healthy culture for all children

  • At least 90% of students are accepted to the high school of their choice.

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OBJECTIVE 2

Meet or exceed the independent school average retention rate for K-8 students each year

  • By the end of FY2028, achieve a waiting list for preschool through 6th grades

  • Achieve mid-category 3 in the ISM stability marker study’s satisfaction ratings by the end of FY2024

  • By the end of FY2024, define a short-term and long-term compensation philosophy aligned with preschool-8th grade independent schools in the southeast

OBJECTIVE 3

By the end of FY2028, raise at least $10 million in pledges for the capital campaign to support the operation of the school

  • ​Raise at least $4,000,000 to complete phase 1 of the capital campaign

  • Complete phase 2 of the campaign by FY2026 by raise at least $6,000,000 prior to groundbreaking

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OBJECTIVE 4

Expand facilities to support our collaborative educational model 

  • By the end of FY2024, establish a plan for the new building, including design decisions and a solid timeline (with milestones) developed

  • By the end of FY2028, enhance fine arts programs that fosters appreciation for the arts. 

  • During FY2029, move into the new building

OBJECTIVE 5

Maintain an operating reserve of at least 4 months’ expenses

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AN IN-DEPTH LOOK AT OUR STRATEGIC PLAN

STATE OF THE SCHOOL  PRESENTATION 

St. Benedict's Episcopal School is thrilled to announce the State of the School 2024 presentation for our community.

During this presentation, community members will had the opportunity to hear from our leadership team as they unveil the new strategic plan extending through FY2028, discuss the Capital Campaign, and share insights into the future of our school. Both presentations will be live-streamed on YouTube. If you missed it, catch the video recap below.

STATE OF THE SCHOOL  SLIDESHOW 

Explore our complete State of the School slideshow presentation or utilize it to follow along with the video presentation above of State of the School event. View the full presentation to stay informed and engaged!

REV WITH THE REV.

Join our Head of School The Rev. Father Brian Sullivan for coffee at Rev Coffee in Smyrna to discuss our Capital Campaign and or the future of St. Benedict's. 

WALK THE NEW PROPERTY

Join our development team members Chief Financial Officer, Christie Brown and Director of Development, Stephanie Alvarez for an opportunity to walk, talk and tour our new property.

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