During the course of the 2021-2022 school year, TISA engaged in a strategic planning process designed to operationalize our vision for the future by providing clear strategic objectives, strategies, and action steps to achieve that desired future. As a guiding document, the strategic plan allows us to stay focused on accomplishing our goals so that we can build the TISA of the future together. The structure and process used to develop the strategic plan was inclusive of all our stakeholders, including staff, students, and parents. The below chart shows how all stakeholders participated in the strategic planning process.
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Board of Governors |
Director |
Strategic Planning Steering Committee |
Sub-Committees |
Stakeholders |
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Guide vision & strategic objectives
Approve process
Approve strategic plan
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Guide vision & strategic objectives Develop process Lead process & finalize strategic plan Communicate progress of plan |
Work through strategic planning process Gather input Analyze data Develop strategic objectives Lead sub-committee work |
Work through strategic planning process
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Provide input and feedback through CIS accreditation survey Participate in focus groups Have representatives serve in steering and sub-committees |
Mission Review
Through the previous strategic planning process, the vision and mission statements were revised. As the statements remain true to our vision for the future of TISA today, we did not change the wording but reinterpreted our understanding of the mission to increase our focus on student learning. The current vision and mission statements are below:
Vision
Engage, Empower, and Inspire.
Mission
We engage as thoughtful, generous and resilient members of our local and global communities,
taking action in Azerbaijan and beyond;
We empower one another to pursue personal and academic challenges
with courage and a growth mindset;
We inspire life-long, authentic and principled learning
to create our best future together.
Our strategic plan is framed around five identified pillars of our organization. Each pillar represents a key area of operations within TISA that directly impacts our ability to live out our vision and mission. Each pillar has an associated belief statement that was developed during our most recent strategic planning process.
- Teaching and Learning
- Learning Environment
- Leadership and Growth
- Student Well Being and Community
- Governance and Finance
Strategic Plan Updates
Highlights of our 2022-2023 School Year Accomplishments
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Teaching & Learning |
Learning Environment |
Leadership & Growth |
Student Well Being & Community |
Governance & Finance |
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1.1.1 Adopted the AERO Math Standards to increase rigor and align our math pathway 1.1.2 Introduce and compete in the CEESA MathCounts competition 1.2.2 Reinstated the MAP assessment to evaluate and monitor student progress against international standards 1.3.3 Provided differentiation training based on Carol Ann Tomlinson for all teaching staff to improve student learning |
2.1.1 Adopted and implemented the Standard Response Protocol to increase school safety 2.1.2 Repaired elevator in TISA 5 to increase access 2.1.3 Provided locks to every classroom door 2.2.1 Upgraded student technology with a purchase of 110 new macbooks and 50 iPads |
3.1.1 Designated a staff member to liaise directly with the PTA to improve communication 3.1.2 Hosted 21 parent workshops and informational meetings 3.2.2 Revised behavior management plan and “re-set” protocols throughout campus 3.3.1 Developed an Inclusion Statement |
4.1.1 Organized service in action trips in the community 4.2.1 Revised professional learning plan for staff and provided professional learning related to collaborative planning, differentiation, and learning support |
5.1.2 Updated the website to increase visibility for the Board of Governors 5.2.2 Repaired the HVAC system in TISA 5 and made other minor repairs to the facilities 5.2.3 Purchased new furniture and created a DP Lounge 5.3.2 Joined the CCAAIBWS and actively participated in CEESA and other professional learning organizations |
23-24 School Year Progress Updates
Faculty
- Kevin, Secondary School Teacher, I&S |
- Aileen Young, Admissions and Communications Coordinator |
- Laura, Parent |
- Maytham Al-Rubaye, Athletics and Activities Coordinator |
As the premier international school in Azerbaijan, TISA is a unique and special place of learning. A quick tour of the campus provides clear evidence of the student centered culture that exists here. From the collaborative student art projects that decorate the hallways to the inquiry based design of the Early Learning Center, the commitment to engage,empower, and inspire
TISA offers a wide range of academic and non-academic experiences designed to help students explore their interests, develop relevant skills, and challenge themselves in a safe and supportive learning environment. TISA provides the full International Baccalaureate curriculum with an emphasis on learning and applying the skills and characteristics within the IB Learner Profile. Our students demonstrate their learning in a variety of ways including design projects, theatre productions, athletic competitions and traditional assessments. TISA students achieve a high level of success on IB exams, earning college credit and gaining acceptance into competitive universities throughout the world.
Our diverse student body representing more than 50 nations—ages 2 to 18—provides students and teachers the opportunity to learn from one another, share different perspectives, and develop a deeper respect and understanding of our global society.
The TISA campus is located in a secured residential complex just twenty minutes from the heart of Baku. In addition to well resourced classrooms, TISA houses a new athletic field and complex to support our high interest in athletic programs and competitions.
Please see our admissions or employment information within our website should you have any specific questions. I also encourage you to visit or speak with our families and colleagues in order to learn more about all TISA has to offer.
Angela Romney, Ed.D.
TISA Director
