Manage Operations
Developing appealing choice options won’t matter if students never take advantage of them because parents are turned off by
an unwieldy assignment system, students can’t get to school on time, there isn't a good match between teachers and program,
or a facility isn't adequate for the program it houses. Smooth operations are requisite to the success of a choice program. An
operations plan should be carefully thought out, flexible and open-ended enough to allow for growth, attentive to the needs of
all participants, and affordable enough to begin implementing in the near term.
Staff District Roles
In order to achieve the school choice plan's systemic and strategic goals, the operations staff must work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and set in motion the structures, procedures, and processes that make it possible for choice programs to operate successfully.
Transport Students
Although transportation can be costly, it is critical to implement a system that parents perceive as simple and safe for their students. A district's transportation system can also help ensure fair and equal access to schools of choice that support the overall vision of the program.
Coordinate Assignment Process
The application and school assignment process should be consistent, predictable, and transparent. Materials and procedures should be simple, user-friendly, and distributed to every eligible parent, and time provided for them to make an informed decision.
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