Introduction to the Garrett County Strategic Plan

Over the past year, Garrett County Public Schools (GCPS) has worked to develop a comprehensive three-year strategic plan in alignment with the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future, covering the school years from 2024-2025 to 2026-2027. The goal was to create a strategic plan to address the Blueprint’s five key areas:

1. Early Childhood Education
2. High-Quality and Diverse Teachers and Leaders
3. College and Career Readiness
4. Increased Resources to Ensure Student Success
5. Governance and Accountability

Through extensive collaboration with stakeholders, GCPS has identified three cross-cutting priority areas that will guide our efforts in strengthening the school system: Staffing, High-Quality Education, Instruction, and Partnerships. These areas will support our continued commitment to providing rigorous instruction and meaningful learning experiences for all students.

This strategic plan outlines high-level strategies and action steps aimed at achieving our vision and mission, as well as the outcomes outlined in the Blueprint. Each priority area is supported by clear goals, allowing us to track progress and make data-driven decisions to ensure continued growth and success for our students, staff, and community. Unless otherwise indicated, all goals are three year goals spanning from 2024-2025 through 2026-2027. For more details about the GCPS Blueprint Plan, please visit our website at https://www.gcps.net/Page/2805.