ISD’s Comprehensive School Improvement Plan (CSIP)

As we near the end of the 2024-25 school year, we wanted to share information about the Independence School District’s CSIP. This collaborative document helps govern our decisions, allowing us to ensure we are meeting state expectations, as well as the ones we set for ourselves here in the ISD. We will continue to refine our processes as we work over the summer and work to meet these goals as we begin the 2025-26 school year.

What is CSIP?
The Independence School District (ISD) utilizes the Comprehensive School Improvement Plan (CSIP) to prioritize areas of improvement, ensuring that students are academically successful and prepared for college and/ or careers. The CSIP was developed by collaborative teams of administrators, teachers, students, parents, and community members who worked together to outline these strategic plans.

Key Components:
1. Academic Achievement
2. Facilities
3. High-Quality Staff
4. Parent-Community Involvement
5. Technology

Why CSIP Matters:
Our CSIP isn’t just a document; it’s a commitment to excellence and equity in education. By focusing on continuous improvement, the ISD works to create an environment where every student can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Our CSIP helps us stay accountable, transparent, and responsive to the needs of our District community.

Our CSIP is part of our alignment to MSIP6: Missouri’s sixth cycle of its School Improvement Program. It is a comprehensive accreditation system used by the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) to assess the performance of schools and districts across the state. MSIP6 sets forth a set of rigorous standards and accountability measures designed to ensure that Missouri students receive high-quality education and achieve at high levels.

Read more about the ISD CSIP: https://www.isdschools.org/comprehensive-school-improvement-plan/