1.      Leading edge excellence in Academics, Arts and Athletics

a.       Instructional excellence and innovation

b.      High expectations for Staff, Faculty and Students

2.      Long-term Fiscal Health

a.       Early budget cycle assessment and preparation of District budget

b.      Continuous optimization of all District resources

c.       Long-term facility maintenance plan

d.      Long-range capital improvement development plan

3.      Technology Integration

a.       Instructional Technology integration

b.      Business Technology implementation

4.      Communication Strategies

a.       Monthly Board newsletter

b.      Interactive school and district website

c.       Advance communication strategies between school and home

5.      National Prominence

a.       Proactive Public Relations

b.      SMUSD successes every college/university should know