This 4-session collaborative Master Class is designed for district and building leaders in mind. As you build your plan to design, refine, launch or re-launch your PLCs, Sarah Henry will guide you through non-negotiable steps in the planning process.

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Session #1: “The Why and What of PLCs”

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Objectives:

• Identify the research behind effective PLCs

• Clarify what a PLC is and what it is not

Participant Takeaways: 

• Launching Your PLCs Note Guide

• Beginning of the Year PLC Kick-Off Slides

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Session #2: “The How of PLCs”

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Objectives:

• Determine explicit organizational steps to create sustainable collaboration

• Share sample PLC structures (ie, smaller and larger districts, elementary and high school structures)

• Model a PLC conversation with class

Participant Takeaways: 

• Launching your PLCs Note Guide

• Sample PLC Agenda Templates

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Session #3: “Supporting the PLC (Teacher) Leaders”

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Objectives:

• Clarify the necessary role of teacher leaders in the PLC process

• Brainstorm various ways to provide consistent support for PLC leaders

• Anticipating how Group Dynamics will impact your teams

Participant Takeaways: 

• Launching your PLCs Note Guide

• Improving our Celebrations Prompt Guide

 

Session #4: “PLC Tips for Success”

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Objectives:

• Clarify the use of of feedback within the PLC process

• Practice providing feedback on sample PLC agendas

• Summarize the logistical non-negotiables that set your teams up for success

Participant Takeaways: 

• Launching your PLCs Note Guide

• PLC Reflective and Responsive Questions for Feedback Guide

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Pricing:

Individual Registration, $200

District Team: $3,000

Next Course Opening: Summer 2023