Metrics: Making Vision Actionable for 1,000 Years By Shannon Buerk One of my favorite metaphors is that which Yong Zhao often shares, comparing the mystery of Easter Island to our present-day educational initiatives and how we measure them. In case you have not read it or heard... November 27, 2018November 29, 2018 by engage2learn Read More
Using the School Design Framework as the One Thing by Robyn Scott Is this just one MORE thing or the ONE thing? It’s no secret classroom teachers feel overwhelmed, frustrated, and exhausted by their daily workload. I remember how excited and naive I was about becoming a teacher. I... November 13, 2018 by engage2learn Read More
Leader Profile diy Leader Profile is aligned to the learner profile with the unique characteristics, skills, and traits that are necessary for leaders to realize the call to action/vision for the district. Outcome: Leader Profile aligned to the Learner Profile that describes the type... November 8, 2018November 8, 2018 by engage2learn Read More
Learner Profile diy Your learner profile is a collection of characteristics, skills, and traits desire by your community for its learners. It aligns operations and the learning experience to equip students for the future. Whether you’re building a tech plan, facilities assessment, or... November 8, 2018November 8, 2018 by engage2learn Read More
Modeling Is Powerful: 5 Ways to Be Intentional by Shannon Buerk I still remember the first time I saw myself teaching: it was when I gave an assignment to my 11th graders to teach a math lesson to the class. As each “student teacher” proceeded with the lesson,... November 6, 2018November 28, 2018 by engage2learn Read More
Hey! Where is your Technology Plan? By Richelle O’Neil You did it! You successfully advocated for the addition of new technology tools for your school district. But now what? Now, you may find yourself left with more questions than when you began. For instance, will students... November 2, 2018 by engage2learn Read More
A Plate Full of Initiatives by Janet Mobley With the holiday season approaching, think of all of the food that will be prepared as families and friends gather together. Just for a second, envision how someone’s plate might look with turkey, ham, dressing (delicious), mashed... October 30, 2018 by engage2learn Read More
What is Your Environment Saying? by Tracey Wallace Whether at school, work, or play, the environment has a huge impact on your experiences! Think about the last place you were when you had the “time of your life”! What made that experience so memorable? The... October 23, 2018October 24, 2018 by engage2learn Read More
How to conduct an amazing facilities assessment Learning doesn’t happen without an effective environment. Even if we coach and train teachers and leaders to the best of their abilities, they still rely on an amazing environment to facilitate learning. That’s why public schools often find themselves evaluating... October 11, 2018October 5, 2018 by engage2learn Read More
A Call to Action: The Case for Public Education By Shannon Buerk At a breakfast on Saturday of TASB last weekend, I was once again inspired by a talk Dr. David Vroonland gave, declaring his support for public, community schools and referencing the original concept for these schools in... October 9, 2018October 11, 2018 by engage2learn Read More