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From surveys, to focus groups and committees, to open forums, we have been blessed with a breadth of insight that is incorporated into this plan.

The details:

Overview:

Here you will see a broad overview

which represents detailed executable plans. The SMART

It’s encouraging to see how the scriptures provide a roadmap for strategic planning. We are admonished to balance the wisdom of careful planning (Proverbs 21:5, 6:6-8, Luke 14:28) with the humility of knowing that our plans are of no value if they are not God’s plans (Proverbs 16:3, 16:9, James 4:13-15).

We are reminded that “unless the LORD builds the house, those who build it labor in vain”. (Proverbs 27:1).

(Specific, Measurable, Assignable, Reasonable, Timebound) goals which flesh out the overview you see here requires a team effort, and everyone in our community will have an opportunity to participate through leading, volunteering, praying, giving, and participating.

Already underway with many of these initiatives, we are realizing the power of a purpose-driven community

Here at MBCA, we are keenly aware that this school is God’s

which comes together to accomplish a common goal. .

and that we are simply his stewards, tasked with managing

The purpose and implementation:

it well for his glory.

We are excited to share The MBCA Strategic Plan, which gives an overview of how we will continue to thrive by stewarding the time, talent, and treasure which God has entrusted to us.

The process:

An effective strategic plan is not one that is simply

completed and put on a shelf. It’s a living concept that continues to develop and improve as it is implemented.

It acts as a road map, and as we discover new horizons and pursue new opportunities, the plan will continue

Academy leadership has involved faculty

and staff, parents, students, alumni parents, as well as experts and professionals in developing this plan.

to grow with us. Having accomplished our previous 5-year plan in the last three years, we are motivated to join together to accomplish this next iteration and accomplish these exciting goals!

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Initiative I :

Our goal is to

build on MBCA’s reputation of providing

high-quality academic programs that attract and retain mission-f it students and develop well-rounded, lifelong learners who are committed to excellence in all facets of their lives.

. Successfully earn Exemplary Accreditation status through dual accreditation with ACSI and Cognia

. Develop an Upper School Humanities/Globalization track . Complete school-wide curriculum maps with scope and sequence . Expand and connect STEM programming, building a cohesive program across all three divisions

. Expand arts programming and increase involvement in band and theater . Train Lower School faculty in reading specialist methodology . Add Lower School Dean of Students . Increase enrichment and advanced learning opportunities across all divisions The TheMBCA MBCAStrategic StrategicPlan Plan

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Initia tive I I :

Ou r g oal is to

ensure ensurespiritual spiritualgrowth growth is is aa foundational foundationalelement element in in every every facet of the school’s planning, facet of the school’s planning, programming, personnel, and programming, personnel, and operations. ensure operations. spiritual growth is a foundational element in every

. R E C R U I T a Director of Spiritual Life

. APPOINT CHAPEL coordinators in each divisional level

. CONTINUE BIBLICAL-

integration coaching and training

growth is a facetensure of the spiritual school’s planning, foundationalpersonnel, element in every programming, and facet of the school’s planning, operations. programming, personnel, and operations.

. PARTNER w i t h l i k e - m i n d e d

. ALIGN a n d co o rd i n a te a l l

Christian organizations

facets of MBCA spiritual

. A S S E S S and r e f i n e

development

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Initiative III:

////////////////////////////////// Our goal is to

////////////////////////////// maintain small class sizes with personal attention where every student is known.

Increase enrollment to 850 over five years

. . Increase Upper School enrollment to 300, with ultimate cap of 400 . Hire an Upper School Admissions Specialist . Increase 8th-to-9th-grade retention to 80% . Increase recruitment of mission-fit families f rom public schools . Meet enrollment goals, including filling empty seats remaining in Upper School, as we continue to grow our newest division: Year: 25/26 Upper School: 210 Total Enrollment: 708

26/27 235 750

27/28 250 795

28/29 275 825

29/30 300 850

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Initiative IV:

Our goal is to

raise suff icient funds to

complete the master facility plan and suppor t

annual operational needs to provide the highestq u a l i ty e d u c a t i o n for JK-12 students on the Post Oak Tritt Road Campus.

. Raise $15. 8 Million for Phase II . Raise $1.5 Million in grants . Raise $700,000 in annual giving . Establish Planned Giving Program . Es t a b l i s h formal Alumni Association structure and implement activities to increase engagement of alumni and alumni families

. Develop m a r ke t i n g initiatives to expand MBCA’s presence in areas surrounding and north of the Post Oak Tritt Road campus The The MBCA MBCA Strategic Strategic Plan Plan 10 10

Initi ative V :

Our goal is to

build on today’s

momentum of strong stewardship, ensuring quality management strategies, eff iciency, stability, and long-term sustainability in all Academy operations.

. Formalize comprehensive business office policy and procedure manual

. Strong budget management, maintaining a balanced budget each year

. Manage construction process to limit overruns . Identify opportunities to allocate more funds to expand programs

. Grow Endowment fund . Increase Georgia GOAL contributions to $2M to support student scholarships

. Contract with a construction monitor to manage process and keep spending on budget

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Our goal is to

provide robust opportunities outside the classroom for student development spiritually, emotionally, socially, intellectually, and physically.

Continue to grow our programs, such as Girls Flag

Initiative VI:

. Football, and add feeder teams for MS sports . Establish a coaching/training mentorship program . Work with Campus Planning Committee to develop facilities to support our co-curriculars

. Expand f ine and performing arts offerings across all divisions

. Increase after-school and summer offerings . Develop a robust band and music program . Enhance support of Robotics by establishing a presence in the lower grades

. Increase f ine and performing arts enrichment and advanced level opportunities

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hire and retain the highest

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Our goal is to

quality, mission-focused faculty and staff who are invested in the lives of students and their development, both academically and spiritually.

. Continue to increase pay and benef its for faculty/ staff

. Develop HR manual to clarify policies and procedures

. Develop and enhance faculty mentorship program . Provide opportunities to develop leaders within the organization

. Provide facilities to meet faculty needs - work

spaces, restrooms, off ices, and storage - with faculty input on these spaces

. Partner with national organizations to conduct national, faith-based employment searches

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Initiative VIII :

Facilities

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Our goal is to

provide stellar facilities to enhance student

success and fulf illment of our mission.This supports enrollment growth, existing and proposed programs, and attracts and retains mission-f it students and staff.

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Develop and Phase Master Facility Plan Complete Phases 2 and 3 of the Master Facility Plan

. Construct a new Upper School building designed to foster excellence in core academics and co-curriculars, and promote collaboration with student commons, student leadership, and student support services

. Build a new dining hall with commercial kitchen, stage, and balcony that will serve all three divisions (2026)

. Build a new Performance Gym/Convocation Center to accommodate athletics, large gatherings, concessions, and the school store for all divisions (2027)

. Build a new state-of-the-art black box theater to enrich theater, band, music, and other art events for all divisions (2027)

. Expand and renovate the current academic building for Middle School, which will provide unrivaled facilities at the Middle School level (2027)

. Build a new, custom-designed Lower School for an unparalleled Junior Kindergarten - f ifth grade experience

. Install a sparkling new pool, tennis courts, baseball f ield, and practice f ield

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9th - 12th Grade Upper School Campus 2509 Post Oak Tritt Road, Marietta

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