2017-2018 Charlotte Preparatory Annual Report

23 iv. 2 - 5 th Grade classes (36 students), and v. Middle school classes not to exceed 22 students per class period (44 students per grade level). vi. Expand classroom space as needed to accommodate growth. vii. Grow instructional and support staff to accommodate school growth. f. Explore the possibility of expanding to include a high school. i. Conduct a feasibility study. ii. Explore possible partnership with local higher education institutions. iii. Explore accreditation requirements. 3. Communicate Charlotte Prep’s mission and identity through marketing. a. Develop community partnerships. b. Focus on parent education through newsletters, transition meetings, surveys and on-going staff communication. c. Host open houses to increase school visibility. d. Develop up-to-date marketing materials. e. Enhance social and traditional media outreach. f. Continually update and enhance the school website. g. Develop and implement a marketing plan. 4. Expand school programs. a. Expand the Athletic Program. b. Evaluate current extracurricular activities and after school programs and explore additional opportunities for enhancement annually. c. Implement student acknowledgement programs including, but not limited to, National Junior Honor Society. d. Enhance Summer Programs. 5. Enhance staff skills through professional development. a. Provide and support professional development opportunities for staff. b. Visit and research other Montessori and academic preparatory classrooms to ensure Charlotte Preparatory School is at the forefront of best practices in academic standards.