In this Crowdsource Coffee, we will examine the fears that exist in our schools–fears of failure, chaos, disagreement, and others–and how they get in the way of a positive school climate. We will brainstorm strategies to get at the root of these fears and how to address them with affirming, brave practices.
The beginning of the school year is an exciting time, but many educators are returning to their buildings already exhausted. A shared school identity–agreement on what a school stands for–is one tool for building a strong community, combating fatigue, and creating space for meaningful school change. This Crowdsource Coffee will feature discussion about how identity can be leveraged at this time in the school year, especially in the midst of staff shortages and low morale.
This hour-long webinar will feature Angela Stevens-Stevenson, former principal at Martin Luther King, Jr. Junior High School in Pittsburg, CA. Topics of conversation will include embedding school identity in instruction, setting positive expectations, and embracing meaningful change.
Every member of a community, from students to teachers to staff, brings their unique experience and background to school each day. This Crowdsource Coffee will center discussion around how we acknowledge and elevate a diversity of voices.
This hour-long webinar covers the importance of student voice and how to create equitable structures to maximize its use in decision making.
In this Crowdsource Coffee, leaders will discuss how to identify students who feel disconnected from their community. We will brainstorm strategies to re-engage and connect authentically, so that ALL students feel they are included.
This hour-long webinar covers ways to use your second term to get started the right way by reinforcing your identity with your students and staff. With Courtney Spelber, Former Principal, Ocean View High School, Huntington Beach Union High School District.
The academic and behavioral needs of most students are met through a continuum of support within a school. Some students, however, require out-of-system support due to extreme or intensive circumstances, such as long-term hospitalization. This Crowdsource Coffee will focus on the proactive building of relationships between schools, districts, and other organizations to provide the structural support necessary for students and families to succeed in exceptional situations.
In a 2019 study on the workplace readiness of Generation Z (those born after 1995), respondents felt unprepared for using communication skills in the workplace such as networking, negotiating, and resolving conflicts. However, members of Gen Z felt confident in their ability to work on a team and try new things. Led by two former high school teachers, this Crowdsource Coffee will feature discussion about how education can better equip students with 21st century skills, and how a strengths-based mindset can utilize the skills our students already possess.
Many school leaders move into district-level administration for the same reasons they got into education: to have a positive impact on students and on public education and to use their leadership skills. This Crowdsource Coffee will provide space for current and aspiring superintendents to discuss the rewards and challenges of a central office position. Topics will include the process of moving into a district office, superintendent roles and responsibilities, and cultivating a beneficial relationship between your district and your school site.
Many schools and districts are struggling to hire and retain talented teachers, with small candidate pools and other constraints. In this Crowdsource Coffee, school leaders will share concerns and best practices for the upcoming hiring cycle.
Educators and administrators are evaluated at many levels, from community surveys to nationwide testing. Data collection is a powerful tool: it influences the allocation of resources at the state and national levels, informs decision making around instructional practices at the school level, and may even factor into where families choose to send their children to school. But the power of data lies in its analysis and the conclusions we draw. In this Crowdsource Coffee, leaders will discuss the value and purpose of data collection, reconciling differences in how numbers can be interpreted, and how to leverage data to drive positive school change.
Join us for this Crowdsource Webinar, which will feature Carlos Hernandez (Director of Community Schools, Family and Community Engagement at Anaheim Union School District) and Araceli Huerta (Community School Coordinator at Sycamore Junior High School) as they share strategies for effectively engaging parents and family members. Topics of discussion will include both site-level strategies to include families in your school community, and district-level approaches to building systems that center family perspectives in decision-making.
Our March 16 Crowdsource Webinar featured Carlos Hernandez and Araceli Huerta from Anaheim Union High School District, where their prioritization of engaging families has resulted in success for students and families alike. In this Crowdsource Coffee, we will draw from the themes and ideas that arise during the webinar and discuss how they can be employed in other contexts. We will examine different circumstances and challenges to family and community engagement, and brainstorm ways to overcome these obstacles.
The Inflexion Approach incorporates core elements of a multi-tiered support approach to ensure each and every student gets what they need to be ready to thrive in the 21st century. In this webinar, Inflexion CEO Matt Coleman will share how the framework of the Inflexion Approach helps implement MTSS with aligned instructional supports across the school for every student, every period, every day.
Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) is an evidence-based framework for supporting students’ academic success, social-emotional learning, and school climate. Racial inequities in school discipline such as suspensions and expulsions are widespread and well-known, contributing to disparate outcomes for students of color. Hence, explicitly centering racial equity in implementing PBIS or any other behavioral management framework is crucial to helping all students succeed, instead of reinforcing existing inequities. This Crowdsource Coffee will feature discussion about how leaders can evaluate and rework their own systems with equity at their core.
According to the CDC, serious trauma and adversity affect up to two-thirds of children in the United States and poses a large public health issue. Experiencing trauma impacts a student’s development, long-term health, and ability to engage successfully in school. This Crowdsource Coffee will explore how educators can understand and support students—in particular, how school-wide systems can be more inclusive and responsive to trauma-exposed students.
When your school has a strong identity, members of the school community—students, teachers, staff, family members—should feel that the shared identity shows up inside and outside the classroom. Your school may have a mission statement or vision, but what does that look like throughout the school day and week? Are members of your community able to point to examples of your shared identity in class, in school structures? In this Webinar, Erik Lathen, Principal of North Valley High School in Grants Pass, OR, will share how he is putting their maxims (school identity statements) to use in every period, every day, for all students.
The 2022-23 school year is coming to a close, and now is the time to take a beat, reflect, and look ahead to next year. In this Crowdsource Coffee, we will reflect on our goals and achievements in the past year, and discuss lessons learned around how to achieve the objectives we set for ourselves and our school communities. Other topics of conversation will include continuous improvement and self-reflection.
The 2022-23 school year is coming to a close, and now is the time to take a beat, reflect, and look ahead to next year. In this Crowdsource Coffee, we will talk about how to use rest and self-reflection as tools to improve our practice as educators. Other topics will include continuous improvement and how to set goals.
In order for students to achieve true readiness and success in school and after graduation, they need to feel connected and engaged in their learning, and to feel they truly belong in their school community. In this Crowdsource Webinar, Inflexion CEO Matt Coleman will share how student experience relates to school identity and college and career readiness, and ways to track and target measures of student belonging, connection, and engagement.
At the core of Portico is the goal to make education work for ALL students, especially for those who are furthest from the opportunities they need to succeed. At all levels within the education system, from what happens in the classroom to district-wide policies and procedures, an equity lens is necessary to best serve all students. This Crowdsource Webinar will feature the expertise of Portico coaches on what equity looks like at the interpersonal, community, and systemic levels.
Portico Superintendent cohort member Terry Augustadt will be joined by former Social Emotional Learning lead turned district Technology Support Specialist, Jessica Long, as they share how the Inflexion Approach served as a catalyst for meaningful and sustainable systems change throughout Marcola School District. Terry’s goal included creating a “click and play” way to communicate a holistic and shared vision to not only staff, families, and students, but also to his board members and the broader Marcola community. Join us as they share how Marcola’s district dashboard not only communicates a shared vision for student readiness but also uses a customized dashboard to report on and inform the specific processes, rituals, and routines that drive systems improvement to do what’s best for students.
This Crowdsource aims to foster a supportive community for women+ in educational leadership. Attendees will have the opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals facing similar challenges, providing a platform for the exchange of advice, strategies, and support.
Strong partnerships between families and schools positively impact students’ academic achievement and social-emotional wellbeing, especially for students from historically marginalized backgrounds. This Crowdsource will focus on strategies for effectively engaging parents, family members, and the extended community at your school site.
This Crowdsource Coffee will center on creating brave spaces with staff and students, in order to build a culture of transparency and trust.
Implementing any curriculum, particularly Social Emotional Learning (SEL), can feel overwhelming. This Crowdsource is designed with actionable strategies and expert insights to guide you through every step.
Implementing any curriculum, particularly Social Emotional Learning (SEL), can feel overwhelming. This Crowdsource is designed with actionable strategies and expert insights to guide you through every step.
This interactive workshop delves into the power of a shared identity within a school community. We'll explore how to cultivate the shared values, beliefs, and understandings that create a supportive and purposeful learning environment for each and every student.
This workshop dives into the power of harnessing diverse perspectives within your school community–staff, students, families, and the wider community. While collaboration can seem time-consuming, it's not a roadblock–it's a bridge. By embracing the richness of different backgrounds and viewpoints, you gain a more comprehensive vision and make well-informed choices that drive school transformation and student success.
Schools don't exist in isolation. They thrive when they leverage the strengths of the entire community. This interactive workshop introduces the powerful tool of community asset mapping.
In our fast-paced and interconnected world, the traditional approach of trying to control every aspect of our lives and the people around us can lead to stress, anxiety, and unfulfilling relationships. Dr. Unnatti Jain is an expert in the transformative and profound power of shifting our mindset from one of control to one of connection. By shifting from a mindset of control to one of connection, we can better support students to engage in deeper learning and find their sense of purpose.
As we head toward the holiday season, educators and leaders are often at their most depleted. This workshop offers a chance to refuel, recharge, and reignite your passion for education. You’ll leave this workshop feeling re-energized and equipped with practical tools to lead with compassion and navigate the remainder of the semester with strength. This interactive and supportive environment allows you to connect with colleagues, share best practices, and develop a renewed sense of purpose.
This workshop equips school leaders, district leaders, and teachers with the skills to uncover insights from data and leverage them for impactful reflection and strategic action. You'll leave equipped to transform raw data collected from the first half of the school year into powerful narratives that inform, inspire, and guide your school community towards continued success.
Join us for a dynamic workshop led by Rachael George, an expert in program design and access. In this session, we'll delve into the art of master scheduling–the process of crafting a program schedule that prioritizes student needs and ensures equitable access for all.
Imagine classrooms where students are more than passive learners. They're active participants, driving their own learning journey through Project-Based Learning (PBL). This interactive workshop equips educators with the tools to ignite student agency, self-knowledge, and passion for learning. We'll focus on how to build a learning environment where students are more than just participants, they're co-creators.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has entered the education landscape, but how can it truly benefit teachers and students? This workshop is a place to discuss how AI can be a powerful tool to empower teachers, not replace them.
This workshop explores two powerful tools for fostering a cohesive and readiness-focused learning environment: Common Language and Learning Walks.
This workshop tackles the vital role of communication in fostering equity and a shared vision for student readiness. We’ll explore how to design communication structures that prioritize reaching and meeting the needs of students furthest from opportunity, while simultaneously strengthening your school’s identity and reinforcing a shared vision for success.
Ready to build your dream team and create a collaborative school culture where everyone thrives? In this workshop, we'll dive into designing a hiring process to reflect your school's unique identity and help you move from “me” to “we”. We'll guide you through creating a process that attracts candidates who not only understand your vision for student success, but actively contribute to it.
Effective communication is the cornerstone of a thriving school community. It's the bridge that connects staff, students, families, and the wider community, fostering collaboration and a shared sense of purpose. Yet, navigating both formal and informal communication channels can be a complex task.
This workshop dives into the heart of a thriving school–a shared vision for student readiness. We'll explore how to create a holistic graduate profile that balances essential skills, positive dispositions, and deep knowledge, ensuring all students are prepared for success beyond graduation.
This workshop equips educators to transform student feedback collection from a passive exercise to a cornerstone of decision-making. We'll explore how to gather student input effectively, disaggregate data to identify diverse needs, and use student voice to inform individual and programmatic decisions.
This workshop explores the power of rituals and routines to foster a sense of community and belonging within your school, contributing to a positive school culture. We'll discover how to leverage rituals and routines to strengthen connections, partnerships, and communication with families and create a supportive network around each and every student to promote their well-being.
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