# data[].attributes.body
Bring experts in to build capacity through face to face or virtual visits. Hearing new learning directly from the expert and from multiple different views can help educators internalize new learning.

# data[].attributes.body
Encourage risk-taking and give others and yourself permission to fail along the way to greatness!

# data[].attributes.body
Identify problems you see and work as a community to develop solutions (Example: students struggle with academic vocabulary, the community works to align language used in instruction to support student success in 2nd/3rd grade assessments).

# data[].attributes.body
Explore & Challenge current practices by asking questions and building capacity to refine your thinking.

# data[].attributes.body
Through blogging or journal writing, self-assessment can support individual and professional growth.  Evaluate your own development as you continue learning about applying literacy development in your classroom.

# data[].attributes.body
Teachers need time to reflect on their current practice as well as how new learning will and should change their classroom teaching.

# data[].attributes.body
Like students, educators deserve choice in what they learn, including strength-based learning. Giving teachers a chance to build on their strengths builds capacity and efficacy.

# data[].attributes.body
Give everyone the opportunity to communicate their thoughts, practices, and insight through peer walks and lesson feedback through non-evaluative measures. (checklists, grow/glow charts)