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What was the main issue Mr. Sherman faced with the initiatives at Monet High School?
Fragmentation of the program
Why did Mr. Sherman feel that students were being isolated at Monet High School?
Due to focus on poor reading and math skills
What additional support did Mr. Sherman provide for the teachers and students at Monet High School?
More professional development on instructional and behavioral supports
Why did Mr. Sherman think the interventions were not leading to the desired improvement at Monet High School?
Fragmentation of the program
What strategy did Mr. Sherman mention implementing for struggling learners at Monet High School?
Instituting interventions and tutoring
What was one similarity between Central Middle School and Monet High School according to Principal Lawrence?
Both schools implemented additional supports for teachers and students
What is the main focus of the text?
Providing interventions to support struggling students in regular education classes
Why did Mr. Sherman mention inclusion to Principal Lawrence?
To highlight the importance of all students participating in school experiences
What did Mr. Sherman do to improve after-school activity participation rates for students from a low-income neighborhood?
Negotiated with the city to adjust the bus route
How did the social studies teacher support students with learning disabilities?
Offered multiple options for learning and testing on the information
What was a crucial element in the high school experience according to Mr. Sherman?
Participation in extracurricular activities
What is the importance of inclusion?
Ensuring all students have opportunities to participate fully
What is a key difference between inclusion and traditional instruction?
Inclusion provides students with necessary supports to succeed, while traditional instruction does not.
Why do some schools mistakenly believe they are practicing inclusion?
They have not created an inclusive environment despite modifying some practices.
What is a common issue faced by more than one million students according to the U.S. Department of Education?
Lack of access to general education curriculum
What demonstrates that students with special learning needs can succeed in the general education classroom?
Evidence from research
What is a characteristic of inclusive schools according to the text?
Offering necessary supports for student participation and success
Why do many students fail to actively participate in general education instruction despite having access?
Inadequate services for students with special learning needs
What is the 'rule of thirds' as mentioned in the text?
One third of the staff will lead, one third will follow, and one third may not buy in.
What percentage of staff needs to achieve buy-in for a team to be ready to move forward?
67%
What should a team focus on if they encounter staff members who do not buy in?
Focus on those who help lead and those who follow.
What action should a team take if data show that buy-in has not been achieved?
Revisit and revise their communication plan.
Why is it important for a team to continue promoting the vision of inclusion even after achieving initial buy-in?
To maintain and possibly gain buy-in from additional stakeholders.
What is one of the purposes of conducting a school visit according to the text?
To observe an inclusive school environment
What is one characteristic of a good vision statement as mentioned in the text?
Clear and focused
How can the team measure the vision statement, according to the text?
Through classroom observations and student surveys
What should the team do if they discover that one of the objectives in the vision statement cannot be measured?
Refine the vision statement
In preparation for creating a vision, what did Ms. Lawrence and the guiding team do?
Researched inclusive school environment characteristics
What is a key difference in responsibility between a traditional school climate and an inclusive school climate?
In an inclusive school climate, teachers collaborate, while in a traditional climate, they work in isolation.
What is emphasized as a key element in creating an inclusive school environment?
Maintaining a collaborative culture among adults
What makes behavior management different in an inclusive school climate compared to a traditional one?
In an inclusive school climate, behavior management takes place at the school-wide level, while in a traditional climate, it's at the classroom level.
Why is it important for the team to understand more about building an inclusive school environment?
To better create a shared vision statement
What is a significant aspect in the curriculum approach between traditional and inclusive school climates?
In an inclusive school climate, data for all students are used for decision making, while in a traditional climate, data for some students may not be used.
What type of data should the team collect to measure the vision statement objectives?
Demographic data and subgroup data
How does staff development differ in an inclusive school climate and a traditional one?
In an inclusive school climate, professional development aims to build capacity by enhancing skills, while in a traditional climate, it addresses specific problems.
What action should the team take after brainstorming to determine data collection methods for measuring objectives?
Refine the vision statement if some objectives cannot be measured
What distinguishes the involvement of parents between a traditional and inclusive school climate?
In an inclusive school climate there is active involvement with all parents using multiple approaches to reach different subsets of parents.
What should be done if a vision statement is considered merely a slogan?
Refine it to be measurable and not just a slogan
How do resources differ between traditional settings and inclusive schools?
Resources are available throughout the school in an inclusive setting but only in specialized settings in the traditional setup.
What sets apart the approach to support services between a traditional and an inclusive school setting?
Clinical and support staff are integral members of the school community in an inclusive setting but seen as secondary personnel providing special services in a traditional setting.
How does community involvement differ between a traditional and an inclusive school approach?
School personnel make a concerted effort using several approaches to reach out to all community members and organizations in an inclusive setting but not in a traditional one.
What distinguishes how school self-evaluation is approached between a traditional and an inclusive setting?
School personnel measure progress toward addressing the needs of each student exclusively in both traditional and inclusive settings.
What makes the comprehensive education plan different between a traditional and an inclusive educational environment?
The planning documents and processes address the needs of all students exclusively in an inclusive setting but not in a traditional one.
What is the recommended size for the guiding team in a school undergoing change?
5-12 people
Why is it important to include individuals who typically resist change in the guiding team?
To evaluate the new system effectively
What is one factor that helps individuals work effectively as a team during school-wide change?
Well-defined roles and responsibilities
Why is training critical for the guiding team's success?
To understand and use a model of change
What is the next step after forming a guiding team for school-wide change?
Create a shared vision
Why should the guiding team visit at least one inclusive school according to the text?
To gather information about inclusion
What is essential for the guiding team's vision to lead the change process?
Description of desired future school
Why does Ms. Lawrence consider attributes like longevity and respect when compiling a list of guiding team members?
To identify team members with natural leadership abilities
What does Ms. Lawrence do after identifying the guiding team members?
Hold meetings to teach teamwork skills
Why should the guiding team have an objective method for assessing their progress?
To track their journey through change
Why is it crucial for the guiding team to communicate the vision effectively?
To achieve buy-in among stakeholders
What is one strategy mentioned for communicating the vision outside the school?
Sharing the vision with business leaders and civic groups
Why is it important for leaders to practice what they preach when communicating the vision?
To ensure alignment between words and actions
How can the guiding team assess stakeholder support for the vision in a smaller school?
By using qualitative measures like individual conversations
What does actively listening to stakeholders' thoughts and ideas help achieve?
Ownership of the vision by stakeholders
Why is it important for the guiding team to be prepared to answer tough questions about the vision?
To demonstrate transparency and clarity
Why might a guiding team decide that modifications are needed to the vision?
To adapt to stakeholder feedback and enhance buy-in
How can a guiding team measure how well their efforts to achieve buy-in are progressing?
By assessing stakeholder support through qualitative or quantitative measures
What does including stakeholder feedback in the vision help achieve?
Ownership of the vision by stakeholders
What is a key reason for creating a table to list objectives and data collection needs?
To ensure all objectives are measurable and data collection plans are clear
What does FAPE stand for in the context of special education?
Free Appropriate Public Education
Why is strong leadership essential for creating an inclusive school environment?
To guide the process and inspire the school community
What is the purpose of having a thorough knowledge of legislation related to the education of children, according to the text?
Providing guidelines for creating inclusive settings
According to Michael Fullan and Thomas J. Sergiovanni, what is emphasized as powerful in creating school change?
Moral purpose accompanied by a powerful pedagogy
What is the main focus of Kotter's Model of Change as mentioned in the text?
Reinventing schools by changing old assumptions and practices
How do moral leaders transform a school according to Thomas J. Sergiovanni?
By creating a learning community through moral leadership
What do professional standards help guide school leaders in, according to the text?
Effectively educating all students in an inclusive school environment
What is one of the barriers identified by principals to creating a sense of urgency about inclusion?
A belief that all students can meet high academic standards
How should principals confront resisters to change?
Confront them in a respectful manner
What is one prevailing myth related to educating students with disabilities in the general education classroom?
Inclusion is an excuse for dumping special education students
Why do effective schools rely on distributed leadership, according to the text?
The collective intelligence of school staff is invaluable
What is the next step in creating an inclusive school environment after engaging the right people?
Forming an effective guiding team
Why should principals engage willing individuals who represent the diversity of the school when forming a guiding team?
To tap into a range of viewpoints and experiences
What do some teachers believe about students' ability to learn, according to the text?
Students' learning ability is innate and fixed
What is a common belief among general education teachers mentioned in the text?
General education teachers cannot adequately meet the needs of all students
What do some teachers believe about student's performance according to the text?
Teachers often have low expectations for students' performance
What is the first step towards building an inclusive environment according to the text?
Establish a sense of urgency
How can school leaders help staff recognize the need for change?
By presenting them with data
What is a key aspect of establishing a sense of urgency?
Presenting data to support the need for change
Why is it important to highlight current realities when establishing a sense of urgency?
To avoid potential crises at the school
Which question could help principals foster a sense of urgency by encouraging self-reflection among staff?
Are all students, including those with disabilities, integral members of the learning community?
What should principals do to identify potential obstacles to creating a sense of urgency?
Identify and discuss possible hindrances with staff
How can principals help staff recognize the need for change by using data?
By presenting current school data to confirm or support a need for change
'Who are we?' and 'How are we doing compared to others?' are questions used to support:
'Establish a Sense of Urgency' efforts
'Do you believe that every student has the ability to grow and learn?' is an example of a question aimed at fostering:
'Self-Reflection' and need for change recognition
Watch the movie scene where Principal Lawrence meets with Principal Sherman to learn about inclusion. Discover the insights and lessons shared during their meeting. Transcript available. (Time: 4:08)
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