What does a comprehensive school improvement plan align resources with?

A comprehensive school improvement plan focuses on aligning resources with the goals and strategies for achievement because it serves as a roadmap for enhancing the educational environment and student outcomes. By clearly defining measurable goals—such as improving student literacy rates or increasing graduation rates—the plan ensures that all available resources, including time, funding, personnel, and materials, are directed towards achieving those specific objectives. This proactive alignment helps prioritize actions and decisions that support the overall mission of the school, ultimately driving systematic improvement in student performance.

While professional development needs, budget constraints, and staff performance evaluations are important aspects of a school’s functioning, they are considered within the broader context of the improvement plan. Aligning resources primarily with achievement-focused goals ensures that the school's efforts are unified and targeted, fostering a coherent approach to enhancing educational success.