Provide multi-faceted teaching and learning approaches that support research-based methodology for deeper learning outcomes as well as social-emotional learning.
Read MoreDigital Literacy and Citizenship Training
Provide digital citizenship and digital literacy training for students and teachers.
Read MoreRigorous Work-Based Learning
Offer rigorous work-based opportunities.
Read MoreExtended and Expanding Learning Opportunities
Offer extended and expanded learning opportunities for all students.
Read MoreInclude Student Passions and Interests
Leverage and create opportunities for students to explore their passions and interests to promote personal and authentic opportunities.
Read MoreAlignment to Learning Sciences and Evidence
Implement instructional strategies that align with and build on learning and human development research.
Read MoreRobust Assessment System(s)
Implement a robust assessment system that includes formative, interim, summative, and diagnostic data and reports to support instruction and equitable preparation among all subgroups.
Read MoreIndicators for Interventions and Support
Focus on indicators that trigger interventions and alternative approaches with subgroups of students in need of more support.
Read MoreAligned Grading Practices
Evaluate current grading practices and their alignment with the school’s vision for teaching and learning.
Read MoreHigh-Stakes Testing and the Whole Child
Ensure that high-stakes testing is well planned and executed and is only one part of understanding the whole child.
Read MoreHigh-Leverage Approaches and Content
Determine high-leverage instructional approaches and content.
Read MoreAlign Technology Planning
In this age of digital learning, aligning school technology planning with curriculum, assessment, professional learning, and other operational needs is a necessity.
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