Strategic Plan

In March 2022, the San Mateo County Office of Education began its five-year strategic planning process, building on the vision, mission, and goals of the previous strategic plan while looking at opportunities and challenges on the road ahead. A steering committee and four subcommittees led the work, engaging all staff and the San Mateo County Board of Education to receive input and feedback throughout the planning process. The result of this learning, collaborating, and visioning is reflected in the 2023-28 Strategic Plan: 

• San Mateo County Office of Education 2023-28 Strategic Plan
• 2023-28 Strategic Plan Summary
• 2023-28 Strategic Plan Postcard
  
  

About the Plan

The plan moves the County Office of Education closer to realizing its vision of Excellence and Equity in Education – Every Student, Every Educator, and Every School. Along with its mission to inspire students, invest in educators, invigorate leaders, and involve families and communities, the vision is the organization’s North Star, guiding staff’s work and keeping the focus on those we serve.

The strategic plan is centered on four goal areas critical to an education system that serves all students well: Support Whole-Child Student Outcomes, Build the Workforce for Student Success, Strengthen Advocacy and Partnerships, and Embody OneSMCOE Vision and Values. Each goal is supported by objectives, sample actions, and desired outcomes that provide a road map for how we will ensure that all San Mateo County students have access to a high-quality education that meets their needs and sets them on the path to fulfilling their dreams. 

Through this plan, we will boldly move this work forward to ensure San Mateo County becomes a more child-centered community that supports every young person’s journey from cradle to career. We hope you will join us in this effort.

Vision

Excellence and Equity in Education
Every Student • Every Educator • Every School

Mission

Inspiring Students
Investing in Educators
Invigorating Leaders
Involving Families & Communities

Core Practices

Growth Mindset
Accountability
Trauma-Informed Approach
Sustainability
Cultural Humility

Equity Statement

The San Mateo County Office of Education welcomes and embraces individuals from all backgrounds, races, ethnicities, disabilities, gender identities, sexual orientations, immigration statuses, and religions. At the San Mateo County Office of Education, equity means providing every learner aged 0-22 with the education and support needed to thrive in school, career, and life, and every staff member with opportunities to grow and further deepen their impact.