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Claypool Elementary recently was recognized by Solution Tree for its sustained success in raising student achievement.
The school’s successful implementation of the Professional Learning Communities at Work process was a major contributing factor in the improved achievement of its students, according to a news release from Warsaw Community Schools.
PLCs are schools and districts in which educators recognize the key to improved learning for students is ongoing, job-embedded learning for the adults who serve those students. The three big ideas of a PLC call upon educators to focus on learning; build a collaborative culture; create a results orientation.
“We are so proud of the Claypool staff in receiving this honor and designation. The measurable student growth exemplifies the PLC process and the excellent educational collaboration taking place at Claypool Elementary school,” said WCS Superintendent Dr. David Hoffert.
Schools are recognized based on strict criteria, including demonstration of a commitment to PLC concepts, implementation of these concepts for at least three years, and clear evidence of improved student learning over that period. Once measurable results can be seen, the school must explain its practices, structures and culture and submit its application for consideration by the PLC Review Committee.
According to Richard DuFour, Rebecca DuFour, Robert Eaker and Mike Mattos, champions of PLC at Work, educators in the schools and districts selected for this recognition have shown “a sustained commitment to helping all of their students achieve at high levels. They have been willing to alter the structure and culture of the organization to reflect their commitment. We applaud them and congratulate them for achieving this very significant milestone on the never-ending PLC journey.”
Recognized model PLC schools are listed on allthingsplc.info, where they share implementation strategies, structures and performance with other educators interested in improving their schools. Tools for team collaboration, articles and research about PLCs, blog posts and other related resources are also available on the site. The site was developed and is maintained by Solution Tree, a provider of educational strategies and tools.
