Improving Education Today: The Deep Dive

Angela and Davey discuss Dr. Howie Knoff's recent blog post, discussing twelve elements that are essential for continuous school improvement. They highlight a current trend in education where school leaders focus more on motivating staff and students that identifying and addressing systemic deficits in curriculum, instruction, and support services. Three school-specific case studies illustrate what happens when schools either neglect their deficits or identify the weaknesses. . . implementing significant, strategic improvement strategies. Angela and Davey emphasize the importance of data-driven decision-making, shared leadership, and a comprehensive approach that includes both academic and social-emotional learning. The twelve components provide a framework for analyzing existing school practices and developing targeted action plans.