Board of Education Goals
2025-2026 Board of Education Goals
OCSD School Board Vision, Mission, Goal Categories, Statements, and Objectives
Vision Statement:
•The Olean City School District will support excellence by holding everyone to high standards in academics, character, extracurriculars, and service.
•Our district will uphold a culture of acceptance, inclusion, and equity for all, while embracing the diversity of our community. We will create and foster a safe and positive climate for our students, staff, and families that is adaptive for the ever-changing needs of society.
•Our students will graduate future-focused, engaged, resilient, and prepared to achieve their goals.
•Our staff will be learner-centered, innovative, inquisitive, professional, and committed to student success.
•Our families will be engaged, collaborative partners in academic success for all.
Mission Statement:
The Olean City School District is a student‑centered community of excellence in which all members are challenged to learn, achieve, contribute, and innovate.
2025-2026 Olean CSD Board of Education District Goals
Annually, the Board of Education engages in a thorough discussion and adopts District and Board Goals. These goals are shaped by the District’s Mission and Vision Statements (above), the progress on the previous year's goals, and the requirements set by Federal, State, and local standards. The goals established for 2025-26 serve as the foundation for District and school planning activities.
During the goal-setting process, time is provided for Board members to discuss and refine the District Goals for 2025-26. It is essential to acknowledge that these goals represent the District’s primary focus for the year, even as other objectives and initiatives continue to evolve. Concentrating on four or five key areas ensures clarity and enables the Board and staff to maintain focus throughout the year.
At the August goal-setting session, the Board of Education established the District’s priorities for 2025-26 in collaboration with the Superintendent. While not exhaustive, these goals encapsulate the district’s broad focus for the year. They are aligned with the District’s Strategic Plan, Mission, and Vision Statements, build on previous work, and provide a roadmap for the future.
Following the discussion, the Board adopted the goals. Progress on these goals will be reported to the Board in April 2026.
- Progressive and Enriching Learning for All Students and Maximize Success for All:
The District will engage in and continue to develop responsive educational practices, opportunities, and learning experiences that support and advance individual student achievement, growth, leadership, and social-emotional skills.
- Create and Support a Positive Culture:
All students and staff will have equitable access to instruction, resources, experiences, and practices that support and enhance their physical, social, and emotional safety and wellness.
All stakeholders will feel welcomed, connected, and have a sense of belonging to their school and District communities.
The District will utilize a variety of resources to educate staff, students, and the community on critical factors that impact personal and community wellness and the sustainability of our environment.
- Data-Driven Decision Making:
The District will support evidence-based practices and continuous improvement in teaching and learning.
The District will support evidence-based practices to improve enrollment and absenteeism.
- Engaging Parental and Community Involvement:
The District will improve communication and collaboration within and among the District and schools to engage all stakeholders effectively.
The District will improve effective communication between the District and families by establishing best practices and guidelines for two-way communication.
The District will improve effective communication with families, students, and staff by enhancing and expanding the knowledge of our digital presence.
Adopted by the Board of Education on August 25, 2025.