SHE Learning By Doing Book Study by Kristen Amos

amduncan — 2025-01-07 21:55:16 UTC

Write a definition for PLCs in your own words.

kamos13 — 2025-01-08 15:10:38 UTC

What strategies can we use to build genuine consensus among staff when defining shared values and goals in a PLC, especially in a diverse school setting with varying perspectives?

dmartin2_103 — 2025-01-08 15:11:49 UTC

A chance to collaborate, come together, and support all of our students' learning.

amduncan — 2025-01-08 15:13:04 UTC

A united approach to benefit the needs of ALL students by ALL staff members. It is data-driven and ever-evolving.

acsmith1 — 2025-01-08 15:15:52 UTC

I think the PLC model is an approach to teaching and student learning that is centered around common goals and willingness to open and effective collaboration.

sdroberson — 2025-01-08 17:44:38 UTC

A PLC is a collaborative group of educators working toward shared goals to ensure high levels of learning for all students. Through data-driven discussions and ongoing evaluation, they apply best practices and adapt to meet student needs.

jnhaverstick — 2025-01-22 03:55:09 UTC

A PLC is a group of educators who collaborate regularly to improve teaching practices and student learning outcomes. The focus should be on common goals, analyzing current data and continuous improvement.

mmergllipsky — 2025-01-22 14:48:23 UTC

What barriers do we face when trying to collaborate effectively? How can we address these barriers at SHE?

mmergllipsky — 2025-01-22 14:48:43 UTC

What does collaboration currently look like at SHE? How is it helping (or hindering) student learning?

mmergllipsky — 2025-01-22 14:56:59 UTC

How can our school culture be shifted to ensure that the focus remains on results and student learning, as suggested by DuFour?

mmergllipsky — 2025-01-22 14:57:24 UTC

What practical steps can BLT take to ensure that the PLC process is deeply embedded in the school’s daily practices rather than being seen as an add-on?

jnhaverstick — 2025-01-28 22:09:19 UTC

What steps or activities need to be initiated at Soaring Hawk?
Who will be responsible for initiating and sustaining them?
What is a realistic timeline for each phase?
What will we use to assess the affectiveness of the work?

jnhaverstick — 2025-01-28 22:29:45 UTC

What might persuade veteran educators to change their practice? (p. 146-148)
What role should admin play in the the process?
How can Soaring Hawk continue to make improvements and sustain this work over time?

kamos13 — 2025-02-18 16:19:52 UTC

1. How can we ensure that interventions are timely, targeted, and systematic rather than left to individual discretion?

2. What steps can we take as a team to create a culture of collective responsibility for student learning and intervention?

kamos13 — 2025-02-18 16:20:47 UTC

How can we ensure that our hiring process identifies candidates who align with our PLC culture and values?

What strategies can we implement to better support and integrate new staff into our professional learning community?

What are some ways we can foster a collaborative and engaging culture that keeps teachers motivated and committed?

mdouglas2_14 — 2025-03-05 14:30:00 UTC

How do we create and propose a process without “belittling” adults? Do we like the flow map or another strategy?

mdouglas2_14 — 2025-03-05 14:30:13 UTC

Introducing PLCs may cause uncomfortable emotions to arise. What challenges might we face and how should we address them?

mdouglas2_14 — 2025-03-05 14:30:28 UTC

Are there any unanswered questions you have about implementing PLCs successfully for years to come?