Embracing Difficult Discussions: How to Have a Crucial Conversation
Having difficult conversations is, well, difficult. However, these are also often the most important and urgent conversations to have. Many leaders ha…
Category: Protocols
Getting to Really Know Each Other Through Inquiry: Activity with Staff and Students
This activity was shared by the former principal of Oceanview High School, Courtney Spelber (Huntington Beach Union High School District), in a Crowds…
Bonding Braid Activity: Fostering Staff Relationships That Students Prosper From
This staff activity was shared by the former principal of Martin Luther King, Jr. Junior High School, Angela Stevens-Stevenson, in a Crowdsource Webin…
You Belong Here: Making Sure Each Student Is Known
It's not news to educators that students who feel they belong within a school community are more successful both in and out of school. But knowing som…
Unpacking “All” Protocol: Making Sure We Actually Serve ALL Students
A foundational question we should be asking in education is: “What is our school doing to prepare ALL students?” In the following activity, you'l…
Student Voice & Choice: Increase Student Agency and Ownership of Learning
This short video and brief reflection activity can assist you in leading conversations about ways to increase student agency and ownership of learning…
The Importance of a Leader Having Clarity and Vision: Reflect on Your “Why”
This short video and brief reflection activity can help you assess whether you're headed in the "right" direction as a leader. As Simon Sinek describe…
4 A’s Protocol: Engage Staff in Focused Meetings
This is a protocol that is used to focus meetings and professional development discussions. Leaders/teachers will have an opportunity to connect with …
Understanding & Visualizing School Identity: If Your School Was an Animal:
Thinking about and understanding your school's identity can be a challenging process. This activity helps you consider this complex concept in a fun a…
Annual Goals and 90-Day Action Plan Cycle: Make Long-Term Goals Manageable & Attainable
Understanding that continuous improvement is necessary and identifying what needs to be improved are the first steps towards lasting school change, bu…