{"id":345,"date":"2024-09-05T09:57:18","date_gmt":"2024-09-05T15:57:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/infohub.austincc.edu\/theory-of-change\/?page_id=345"},"modified":"2025-10-09T14:08:00","modified_gmt":"2025-10-09T20:08:00","slug":"planning-process","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/infohub.austincc.edu\/theory-of-change\/planning-process\/","title":{"rendered":"Planning Process"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>The Theory of Change strategies will help ACC improve student success by focusing on the most impactful ways we can help our students reach their academic and career goals. Our work is rooted in a shared vision to reach our North Star Goal.<\/p>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/infohub.austincc.edu\/theory-of-change\/theory-of-change-foundation-video-series\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/infohub.austincc.edu\/theory-of-change\/theory-of-change-foundation-video-series\/\">Theory of Change Foundation Video Series<\/a><\/h2>\n<p>Explore this video series featuring Theory of Change project leaders as they discuss the initiative&#8217;s development, structure, and vision, offering insights into its execution and desired impact.<\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tenets<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Radical transparency and radical simplicity in all things.<\/li>\n<li>Ground everything in data.<\/li>\n<li>Focus on continual process improvement.<\/li>\n<li>Technology is a tool (but not the solution).<\/li>\n<li>Culture is key.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Values<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-columns gb-layout-columns-4 gb-4-col-equal\">\n<div class=\"gb-layout-column-wrap gb-block-layout-column-gap-2 gb-is-responsive-column\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-column gb-block-layout-column\">\n<div class=\"gb-block-layout-column-inner\" style=\"text-align:center\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">COURAGE<\/h3>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/infohub.austincc.edu\/theory-of-change\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/12\/2024\/05\/RS23836_20240207-HLC-GQS-ca-534-scr1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-156\" srcset=\"https:\/\/infohub.austincc.edu\/theory-of-change\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/12\/2024\/05\/RS23836_20240207-HLC-GQS-ca-534-scr1.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/infohub.austincc.edu\/theory-of-change\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/12\/2024\/05\/RS23836_20240207-HLC-GQS-ca-534-scr1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/infohub.austincc.edu\/theory-of-change\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/12\/2024\/05\/RS23836_20240207-HLC-GQS-ca-534-scr1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/infohub.austincc.edu\/theory-of-change\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/12\/2024\/05\/RS23836_20240207-HLC-GQS-ca-534-scr1-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n<p>We believe in honesty and openness.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-column gb-block-layout-column\">\n<div class=\"gb-block-layout-column-inner\" style=\"text-align:center\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">COMPASSION<\/h3>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"466\" src=\"https:\/\/infohub.austincc.edu\/theory-of-change\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/12\/2024\/05\/RS23961_20240227-HLC-Orientation-ca-020-scr1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-158\" srcset=\"https:\/\/infohub.austincc.edu\/theory-of-change\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/12\/2024\/05\/RS23961_20240227-HLC-Orientation-ca-020-scr1.jpg 700w, https:\/\/infohub.austincc.edu\/theory-of-change\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/12\/2024\/05\/RS23961_20240227-HLC-Orientation-ca-020-scr1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/infohub.austincc.edu\/theory-of-change\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/12\/2024\/05\/RS23961_20240227-HLC-Orientation-ca-020-scr1-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n<p>We believe in empathy, kindness, and being other-centered in all we do.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-column gb-block-layout-column\">\n<div class=\"gb-block-layout-column-inner\" style=\"text-align:center\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">JOY<\/h3>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"466\" src=\"https:\/\/infohub.austincc.edu\/theory-of-change\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/12\/2024\/05\/RS23959_20240227-HLC-Orientation-ca-316-scr1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-157\" srcset=\"https:\/\/infohub.austincc.edu\/theory-of-change\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/12\/2024\/05\/RS23959_20240227-HLC-Orientation-ca-316-scr1.jpg 700w, https:\/\/infohub.austincc.edu\/theory-of-change\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/12\/2024\/05\/RS23959_20240227-HLC-Orientation-ca-316-scr1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/infohub.austincc.edu\/theory-of-change\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/12\/2024\/05\/RS23959_20240227-HLC-Orientation-ca-316-scr1-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n<p>It is our honor to work for our students and with each other.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-genesis-blocks-gb-column gb-block-layout-column\">\n<div class=\"gb-block-layout-column-inner\" style=\"text-align:center\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">YES<\/h3>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"700\" height=\"466\" src=\"https:\/\/infohub.austincc.edu\/theory-of-change\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/12\/2024\/05\/RS23668_20240117-HLC-Spring-Second-Day-ca-184-scr1.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-159\" srcset=\"https:\/\/infohub.austincc.edu\/theory-of-change\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/12\/2024\/05\/RS23668_20240117-HLC-Spring-Second-Day-ca-184-scr1.jpg 700w, https:\/\/infohub.austincc.edu\/theory-of-change\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/12\/2024\/05\/RS23668_20240117-HLC-Spring-Second-Day-ca-184-scr1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/infohub.austincc.edu\/theory-of-change\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/12\/2024\/05\/RS23668_20240117-HLC-Spring-Second-Day-ca-184-scr1-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 700px) 100vw, 700px\" \/><\/figure>\n<p>We believe in being tenacious and resilient in fighting for our students.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Guiding Principles<\/h2>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-4b2eccd6 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-outermost-icon-block\">\n<div class=\"icon-container\" style=\"width:60px\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Financial Effectiveness<\/h3>\n<p>We will be responsible and good stewards of taxpayer investments, maintain affordability for students, and optimize operating efficiencies and effectiveness&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-4b2eccd6 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-outermost-icon-block\">\n<div class=\"icon-container\" style=\"width:60px\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Holistic Wellness<\/h3>\n<p>Structures, processes, initiatives, and timelines should be set after intentional consideration of their impact on students and employee well-being.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-4b2eccd6 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-outermost-icon-block\">\n<div class=\"icon-container\" style=\"width:60px\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Impact<\/h3>\n<p>Data must demonstrate effectiveness and continual improvement to lead us toward a 70% completion rate. Outcomes: Completion, Labor Market Outcomes, Learning, and Equity<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-4b2eccd6 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-outermost-icon-block\">\n<div class=\"icon-container\" style=\"width:60px\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Scale<\/h3>\n<p>We should only plan and resource efforts that collectively serve, at a minimum, at least 25% of all students<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-vertical is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-4b2eccd6 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-outermost-icon-block\">\n<div class=\"icon-container\" style=\"width:60px\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Alignment<\/h3>\n<p>Our efforts must integrate and build with each other, instead of working in parallel or competition against each other<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The Theory of Change strategies will help ACC improve student success by focusing on the most impactful ways we can help our students reach their academic and career goals. 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