Rigorous Schools and Classrooms: Leading the Way Barbara R. Blackburn, Ph.D. #EdRigor

Importance of Vision Copyright Blackburn Consulting Group

Raise Expectations Vision Letters

Copyright Blackburn Consulting Group What is True Rigor?

Copyright Blackburn Consulting Group Rigor is creating an environment in which each student is expected to learn at high levels; each student is supported so he or she can learn at high levels, and each student demonstrates learning at high levels.

COMPASS Model for Leading Change C - Culture O – Ownership and Shared Vision M – Managing Data P – Professional Development A - Advocacy S – Shared Accountability S - Structures

COMPASS Model for Leading Change Culture Shapes norms and behaviors Visible through daily activities

Aspects of Culture Rituals and Ceremonies Heroes and Heroines Stories and Tales Rewards and Reinforcements Adapted from: Bolman & Deal (2003); Peterson & Deal (2002)

COMPASS Model for Leading Change Ownership and Shared Vision Important to involve stakeholders Built on shared vision for rigorous school Reduce isolation through collaborative work

COMPASS Model for Leading Change Ownership and Shared Vision Hot Air Balloon Vision Letter

Copyright Blackburn Consulting Group Draw a triangle and divide it into thirds. Answer the questions below (be sure to number your sections). 1.What are teachers doing in a rigorous classroom? 2.What are students doing in a rigorous classroom? 3.What is your biggest challenge related to rigor?

Sample Shared Vision Statement Merrimack Public Schools Guideline for understanding and applying the concept of RIGOR as it relates to both the instructor and the learner. Raising expectations of quality learning Individual growth along the continuum Guarantees meeting the needs of all learners Optimizes learning with ongoing assessments Real-world applications

COMPASS Model for Leading Change Managing Data Four-Step Approach - determine what you know - decide how you will collect data - analyze data/results - set priorities and goals based on analysis Use multiple data collection tools

Managing Data Data Analysis Student Shadow Studies

COMPASS Model for Leading Change Professional Development Focus on results Develop shared language Practical, hands-on activitie s

Tool 3: PRESS Forward Purpose Relationships and Connections Expected Outcomes Steps to Take Support Needed Forward

COMPASS Model for Leading Change Advocacy Build shared accountability Planned public relations Elevator Talk One Page Fact Sheet

COMPASS Model for Leading Change Shared Accountability Students, Parents, and Teachers Grading and Completing Key Assessments

COMPASS Model for Leading Change Structures to Support Success

COMPASS Model for Leading Change C - Culture O – Ownership and Shared Vision M – Managing Data P – Professional Development A - Advocacy S – Shared Accountability S - Structures