Overview Transitioning to a new Superintendent can be a time of upheaval for a district. Berkeley School District 87 was no different. The new Superintendent wanted to clarify and refine the direction for the district. He wanted to ensure a process that...
Overview In 2022, Hedges Elementary School sought to gain support in the design and implementation of an effective school improvement process. Additionally, Hedges wanted to provide their leadership team with professional coaching. Hedges partnered with Catalyst for...
Overview Over the past decade, the Southwest Teacher Union Reform Network (SW Turn) has worked to bring together teacher union and school district leaders to study innovative reforms that can lead to increased achievement for all students. SW TURN brings together...
Overview In 2011, after years of failing to meet state standards, and on the heels of a difficult school merger, Peoria High School decided to seek a federal School Improvement Grant. To receive the multi-million dollar grant, the school had to commit to a massive...
Overview In 2014, Rockford Public Schools (RPS), a large urban district in northern Illinois, approached CEC looking for help with a few specific initiatives. The district was attempting to implement a Peer Assistance Review program, implement a SMART Goals process,...
