Instruction

• Depth of Knowledge (DOK) will be observed at level 2+ 80% of the time and planning at level 3+ for 20% of the time as indicated by a learning objective or learning target.
• In order to meet this goal, the district will continue to provide professional development on increasing DOK to all instructional staff and calibration on how to measure DOK to all instructional leaders

Science

• Science departments will review and align Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) three-dimensional learning expectations across core courses, aligning to the curriculum and creating common performance expectations and assessment criteria that emphasize phenomena-based instruction and student-driven investigations.
• Science departments will create and administer semesterly district assessments for core courses that reflect the district focus on NGSS three-dimensional learning and skills-based instruction in order to create a baseline for future growth measurements.
• Science departments will collaborate to design and implement at least one common laboratory investigation per semester for core courses that incorporate NGSS Science and Engineering Practices, with standardized protocols, safety procedures, and student assessment rubrics used across all district sites.

Core science courses refers to Biology of the Living Earth, Ag Biology of the Living Earth, Biology & Community Health, Investigations in Life Science, Chemistry in the Earth System, Ag Chemistry in the Earth System, Physics of the Universe, Earth and Space Science, and Ag Earth and Space Science.

Data Analysis

• Create a collaboration structure that includes a data analysis protocol to analyze math, English, science, social studies, and special population performance data on a regular basis (minimum of quarterly).
• Each site will choose one of the suggested academic metrics to improve.

Communication for College and Career Readiness

• Utilize California Colleges to increase communication and support for students and their families and increase FAFSA submission by 10% each year. Use existing classes and resources to better market post secondary opportunities
  • 9th grade students will activate their California Colleges account and explore careers related to their interests. Students will "heart" three careers and declare a CTE pathway of interest. - Freshman Seminar
  • 10th grade students will use California Colleges to dive deeply into one career of interest and understand the various types of post secondary education (i.e. community college, vocational training, 4 year college, etc). - Counseling Lessons
  • 11th grade students will use California Colleges to identify their option(s) for reaching their post secondary goal and their financial options. - Counseling Lessons
  • 12th grade students will complete the FAFSA in California Colleges and any applications necessary for reaching their post secondary goal. - Counseling Lessons and College & Scholarship Counselor

Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity

• MUHSD will strengthen districtwide understanding and practice of ethical, responsible, and safe technology use—including artificial intelligence, data privacy, protection of personally identifiable information (PII), and cybersecurity—that promotes informed, future-ready digital citizenship.
  • Student Education:
    • At least 70% of students will demonstrate measurable growth in knowledge and responsible tech attitudes via pre-/post-survey results.
  • Staff Development:
    • 90% of MUHSD staff will consistently pass phishing simulations, reflecting a 50% decrease in overall click/failure rate established from the January 2026 baseline.
  • Parent & Community Engagement:
    • Host at least two district-wide parent/community workshops (in-person or virtual) on AI awareness, online safety, and family data protection, with at least 80% of participating parents reporting increased confidence and understanding on pre/post surveys

Instruction

• Depth of Knowledge (DOK) will be observed at level 2+ 80% of the time and planning at level 3+ for 20% of the time as indicated by a learning objective or learning target. 
• In order to meet this goal, the district will continue to provide professional development on increasing DOK to all instructional staff and calibration on how to measure DOK to all instructional leaders

Social Studies

• At least one Freshman Seminar and Health teacher from each site will collaborate to develop new curriculum for both courses that reflect the District’s vision and CA State requirement in 100% of Freshmen Seminar and Health classes.
• Social Studies departments will review content and literacy standards and create and administer a district assessment for each quarter for World History, US History, and Economics/Personal Finance AB 2927/Government that reflects the district focus on student-centered and skills based instruction.

Grow Our Own

• Create opportunities for staff and students to pursue careers in education and advance their career with MUHSD.
• Increase overall internship opportunities and work based learning opportunities by 5%.
• All site principals will hold at least one meeting at the end of each year with seniors to discuss career opportunities in education and specifically MUHSD.
• Identify the number of MUHSD graduates hired each year

Data Analysis

• Create a collaboration structure that includes a data analysis protocol to analyze math, English, and special population performance data on a regular basis (minimum of quarterly).
• At the end of year one, make an improvement goal for all classes in the English and math departments.

Communications and Customer Service

• Create a communication map for families to use to contact staff.
• Utilize California Colleges to increase communication and support for students and their families and increase FAFSA submission by 10% each year. Use existing classes and resources to better market post secondary opportunities.
  • 9th grade students will activate their California Colleges account and explore careers related to their interests. Students will "heart" three careers. - Freshman Seminar
  • 10th grade students will use California Colleges to dive deeply into one career of interest and understand the various types of post secondary education (i.e. community college, vocational training, 4 year college, etc). - Counseling Lessons
  • 11th grade students will use California Colleges to identify their option(s) for reaching their post secondary goal and their financial options. - Counseling Lessons
  • 12th grade students will complete the FAFSA in California Colleges and any applications necessary for reaching their post secondary goal. - Counseling Lessons and College & Scholarship Counselor
• Provide excellent customer service to all educational partners.
• In order to meet this goal, the district will provide professional development on the standard and expectations of excellent customer service.