1. Module 6 | The Power of Capitalizing on Resources
“When your words and actions match, people know they can trust you”
John C. Maxwell

2. Pulling it all Together
Essential ingredients for planning include:
Basic level of trust
Participant input
Recognition of importance of all participants
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3. Pulling it all Together (2)
Climate setting
Acceptance of partnership concept
Willingness to change
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4. Stages of Action Planning
Stage 1 - Collect data
Stage 2 - Analyze data
Stage 3 - Set a goal
Stage 4 - Make a plan
Stage 5 - Implement plan
Stage 6 - Evaluate
Stage 7 - Celebrate Success
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5. NEA Encourages States Affiliates To…
Set aside resources to support local family-school-community partnerships
Support collaborative leadership within locals with families, schools, and community members
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6. . . .NEA Encourages States Affiliates To (2)
Develop a system of tracking/reporting progress of local efforts to turn around schools through effective partnerships.
Support local association efforts to work in partnership with district administrations, parents and community members to ensure success of school change.
April 2004 NEA Urban Initiatives-Family School Community Partnerships