The Glendale Unified Board of Education has affirmed its commitment to the essential priorities of improving student achievement and maintaining a safe learning environment. The Board recognizes that improving student achievement is a comprehensive TK-12 effort, which encompasses all student groups and subject areas, and that maintaining a safe, orderly learning environment is critical to student success.

Priority 1: Maximize Student Achievement

• Offer robust academic programs and consistent, research-based intervention programs
• Accelerate learning and close opportunity gaps for all student groups
• Increase student attendance to maximize student access to high-quality instruction

Priority 2: Foster a Positive Culture of Learning

• Ensure equitable teaching and learning opportunities led by excellence
• Support culturally relevant curriculum that emphasizes inclusion
• Increase school connectedness, trust, and understanding for students, parents, and families
• Strengthen relationships with families and school communities

Priority 3: Ensure the Health and Safety of Students and Employees

• Strengthen mental health support and programs
• Ensure best practices for safe and healthy learning environments
• Support physical, social, and emotional wellbeing

Priority 4: Support a Thriving Workforce to Benefit Student Learning

• Recruit, hire, and retain the best talent that supports our diverse students
• Enhance professional growth of all employees to meet district and student needs
• Strengthen collaboration with labor partners

Priority 5: Maintain District Financial Responsibility

• Ensure the fiscal health of the District
• Implement a fiscal plan to preserve the District resources
• Plan for the District’s future educational and facility needs