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Strategic
Planning
Heartland consultants are certified in Strategic Visioning (SV) a uniquely flexible methodology for visually aided strategic analysis. It supports strategy development, alignment, and change for organizations and communities. The foundation of the SV process is engaging stakeholders in thoughtful conversations, visually supported, that bring key stakeholders into consensus about new directions. The Heartland approach is unique in that we integrate the SV process with collective impact principals and funding directions using our Five-Step Sustainability Process.
Org. Development & Turnaround
Heartland's Agency Turn-around model has been used successfully to implement, strengthen and support new and transitioning stage and federally funded early childhood and family support programs. In partnership with leadership teams, the components are specific to each agency and can include a variety of support strategies.
Assessment and Diagnosis
Assessment and diagnosis of current performance, identifying vulnerabilities in leadership, curriculum, teacher effectiveness, family engagement, organizational structure and use of data.
Leadership
Leadership and governance reform and support to ensure accountability and to train program stakeholders to ensure mission-driven leadership.
Staff Development
Staff development, climate, and retention support to ensure staff have the necessary skills in child development, classroom management, and culturally responsive teaching. Competitive salaries and incentives may be introduced to retain high-quality educators.
Finance & Operations
Financial and operational overhauls to ensure efficient budgeting, transparent financial management, and proper use of federal funds. Streamlining administrative processes to reduce inefficiencies and maximize resources for direct program impact.
Data Use
Developing capacities and strategy to support data-driven decision-making and to implement systems to track key performance indicators such as attendance, child development benchmarks, and family engagement metrics. Use real-time data to inform strategic decisions and drive continuous improvement.
