Grade level collaboration meetings or component team meetings are organized to support transfer of skills to classroom practice and improved student achievement. There is evidence of a multi-year plan that drives professional growth. Collaborative Structures for Decision-Making 1. School Site Council, Leadership Team, parent advisory councils and other governance groups regularly discuss topics that have a positive impact on learning in the classroom. There are systems of communication among and between groups.
Communications are effective.
District Support 1. District staff communicate progress of the program to the broad community. Central office resources support the restructuring process. Changes occur in budget and policies based upon the site's needs.