1. Instructional Model Task Force led by Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum, Anna Holmgreen is focusing on defining the Alice model of instruction. A large part of that has begun with the Portrait of a Graduate committee which is made up of community members, staff members, parents, and students. The Portrait of a Graduate focuses on the qualities that make our graduates primed for success in today's competitive world and reflects the district's mission and vision in terms of student outcomes.
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2. Effective Workforce Task Force (Director of Human Resources)
This task force concentrates on teacher recruitment and retention along with professional development and training. They look at career pathways from Master Teachers to Instructional Facilitators. Other topics include competitive salaries, accountability, child care and affordable housing for staff.
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3. Safe and Secure Task Force (Willie Ruiz, Chief Operations Officer)
The safety of Alice ISD students is a priority. The safe and secure task force prepares emergency operations implemented in our district through standard response protocol, action plans and drills. They also establish county and city partnerships, student and student culture and restorative discipline practices.

4. Community Partners Task Force (Ofelia Hunter, Public Information Officer and Parent Involvement Coordinator)
Through varies means of communication, partnerships are reached through parental involvement such as activities, events and training. Communication involves public information services, social media and marketing tools. Other partners include rapport with higher education, businesses, and city and county leaders. This task force will assist to spearhead the Alice ISD Education Foundation to better serve our teachers and staff.

5. Facilities Task Force (David Flores, Chief Finance Officer)
The Master Facilities Planning will take us into 2030 by implementing efficient business policies, procedures and practices. Financial oversight is imperative and staffing patterns. The task force oversees inventory acquisitions and control and property management.