findings to the district (e.g., whether goals are being met, critical
activities are happening on a daily basis, and/or improvement
is occurring). In 2000, based on feedback from the district
Baldrige self-assessment, the DLT saw an opportunity to
improve the measurement system. The current PMA Process
represents a refinement in integrating the measurement system
with the SPP. The DELT uses the SPP to identify the needed
key strategies and actions to achieve the district’s strategic objectives.
Step 4 of the SPP incorporates use of the PMA
Process to establish measures aligned to these strategic activities.
SHSD divisions and departments use the PMA Process