School Transformation
How do educators create a unique, customized whole school transformation that develops deeper learning for all students?
- Assessment of school’s needs.
- Strategic planning to develop short and long-term improvement.
- Professional learning experiences to enhance teacher implementation in Deeper Learning, Project Based Inquiry, STEAM based curriculum, cultural responsiveness, Personalized Learning, and so much more.
- On-site coaching in teachers’ classrooms to assist with implementation.
- On-line mentoring and chatroom; peer collaboration.
- Project leadership seminars, project assessment coordination, and monthly progress review with district project leadership teams.
- Ongoing implementation consulting to ensure you successfully meet the objectives of deeper learning.
- On-site coaching in teachers’ classrooms to assist with implementation.
MindQuest21 School Transformation Benefits All Stakeholders
Students will:
- Learn in the SAFE learning climate reinforced by socio-emotional practices.
- Produce deeper learning outcomes in STEAM disciplines.
- Develop characteristics of effective 21st Century learners.
- Think critically and solve complex problems.
- Use collaborative relationships to increase productivity.
- Make relevant products which demonstrate creativity and deeper understanding.
- Communicate effectively in Print and digital media.
- Increase engagement in academic work with multi-dimensional self-assessments.
- Produce a project portfolio that show 21st Century learning proficiencies.
- Improve attendance and behavior, career interest, and post-secondary acceptance.
Teachers will:
- Realign instruction to address standards-aligned deeper learning outcomes highlighting STEAM disciplines.
- Maintain a safe climate throughout the school and in the classroom.
- Integrate evidence-based instruction across engaging, multiple-standard projects
- Expand students’ voice and highlight them making meaningful relationships.
- Learn to integrate appropriate digital media into projects.
- Assess student performance through Personalized Learning plans.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues to assess deeper-learning outcomes.
Administrators will:
- Introduce a multi-year, cost effective transformation initiative that aligns a deeper learning vision and mission.
- Customize a strategic plan for deeper learning transformation to the community’s needs.
- Collaborate in the development of professional development programs that include all teachers and staff.
- Enhance students’ learning experiences, develop a collaborative culture, and deepen the quality of instruction.
- Expand collaboration across the school in SAFE learning culture.
- Increase support of all stakeholders.
- Gain state and national recognition as a MindQuest21 School.