This ACSD article by Nancy Steineke examines how classroom management hinges on community, not coercing students into compliance.

This self-reflection tool is designed to ensure that teaching practices are aligned with Structure Literacy. The user is encouraged to note (by checking off the boxes) all areas they are currently putting into practice. The completed reflection can then be used with the principal or the leadership team to set targets for professional learning, professional growth, and/or a plan for Structured Literacy implementation.  The goal is to ensure all areas identified are implemented within the classroom. Adopted from The Reading League’s Curriculum Evaluation Tool https://www.thereadingleague.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Curriculum-Evaluation-Tool-August-2020.pdf

Thinking of students on different pathways to learning can help us better understand Personalized Learning.
Implementing learning pathways can help teachers to "adapt to each student’s learning progress, motivation and goals".

In the example given (and there are many more versions you could use!) Students are on 3 pathways. All pathways get small group instruction!

Pathway 1 - these are the students that are usually ahead. They skip over some things and get into the deeper work.
Pathway 2 - the "core" track for students working at level.
Pathway 3 - these students may have gaps or work more slowly. They don't get MORE work, but work at their level. They will likely get more small group instruction than the other paths.

Formative assessment is used on all pathways to improve instruction and learning.

*students can move between pathways if desired or necessary!

This 15 minute video explores how to leverage mini lessons to have great impact on learning for your students. Templates are provided for planning mini lessons as well. Mini lessons truly change (and set you and your students up to win) the game.

The following is a collection of resources needed to run professional learning about Project Based Learning at Sun West.
Included items:
The PowerPoint presentation, planning templates, project ideas, essential question templates, student action plan template, student reflection template and a link to outcomes for each grade (I CAN statements).

The following is an example of a template for a weekly reflection students could use if they were working on PBL or Genius Hour, or any project.

The following list details items for PeBL Mentors to consider discussing with staff especially new teachers. Some items are to discuss ASAP while others can be discussed throughout the year. 

This resource supports planning with the end in mind, unpacking outcomes, and resources available in Sun West.

The following document reviews the guidelines for the role of PeBL Mentor in 2022. 

This rubric is a tool for PeBL mentors to use as reflection of their role in their schools.

Possible scenarios you may encounter as a PeBL mentor, and brainstorming (most effectively as a group) as to how you could approach each situation.

This package includes a wealth of valuable resources when preparing to plan and assess using PeBL.
Documents include: starting with the end in mind, unpacking outcomes, developing learning experiences, developing unit plans, developing lesson plans, 9 events of instruction, think aloud to unpack outcomes, steps to unpack outcomes and indicators, including 21st century skills, including REORDER, unit planning template.

While meeting with your PeBL Mentor, use the following to reflect on where you are at and areas for potential growth. Your PeBL Mentor is here to support you with ideas for moving throughout the I-do We-do You-do process, provide you with resources and/or access to other subject-alike mentors, co-plan and co-teach. You may move back and forth between these areas (as you should) based on student need and opportunity, so it is not an either/or, but rather a reflection on whether you are providing all three levels at various times. 

This document examines the purpose of each type of goal/plan. A chart is included to explore the similarities and differences of PGs, SSPs & IIPs.  

This resource has 24 considerations when implementing and demonstrating growth with personalized learning in your school. A checklist for those beginning with personalized learning is provided, as well as how to progress to deeper levels of personalization using the transfer of responsibility within classrooms and schools. PeBL mentors can use this information to guide their work within the school and specific classrooms to help ensure that everyone continues to grow and develop and deepen their level to have students personalize their own learning. 

Student examples are grouped by age.
Examples of products are included for Pre-K right through Grade 12.