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Conclusion <br /> From the moment 1 began researching the Mashpee Public School District, I re-discovered <br /> that the town of Mashpee cares deeply about education and I wanted to be a part of a <br /> community with a vision and values that mirrored my own.There is a special culture <br /> within our schools and 1 am very excited to serve as this district's Superintendent. <br /> Our students can achieve at high levels and our professional staff has the ability to prepare <br /> them well for post-secondary education and careers. The faculty and staff are dedicated to <br /> excellence in teaching and learning, and demonstrate leadership in a variety of ways <br /> throughout the system. However, the challenges of a demanding 21st century economy <br /> demand more from our schools. We should-and will- deliver more essential skills to our <br /> students so they will be amongst the best in the Commonwealth. <br /> Over the years, it has become increasingly more difficult for the town to provide level <br /> services funding for the schools. The economic downturn coupled with the expectation for <br /> higher local contributions to the budget has created historic funding challenges. The <br /> collaboration between the School Committee,the Board of Selectmen,the Finance <br /> Committee,and the Town Manager provides.an opportunity for communication and <br /> transparency as the MPSD annual budget is developed. I look forward to continuing this <br /> great partnership. <br /> Many of the next steps identified in this report do not require significant additional funding <br /> and will continue to lead the district forward. However, rebuilding and retooling the <br /> district with new and innovative programming will require additional resources. just as <br /> our work must be guided by specific goals and objectives,we must plan for these resources <br /> through a robust strategic planning process.This report represents a starting point for <br /> such a process. I am committed to working with the School Committee, MPSD staff,town <br /> officials, and the entire community to sustain all that is good and strong in the Mashpee <br /> Public School District as well as lead improvement initiatives focused on increased <br /> achievement for our students. <br /> A special thank you to former Barnstable Superintendent Patti Grenier and the <br /> Massachusetts DESE's New Superintendent Induction Program for guiding me in this <br /> journey and the creation and adaptation of this entry plan findings report. <br /> 16 <br />