May 2010, No. 9 - MetLife Foundation-NASSP Breakthrough Schools

Congratulations to the MetLife Foundation–NASSP Breakthrough Schools Class of 2010! This edition of Principal Leadership celebrates the group’s diversity, boundless energy, rich work ethic, and remarkable accomplishments.

Documents

Brentwood High School: A School of Hope
Track a five-year journey from "in need of improvement" to award winning.
Fieldale-Collinsville Middle School: Banishing Anonymity
In a 900-student school, it is essential to know and teach every student.
Franklin Towne Charter High School: A Clear Vision and Concrete Plan
Schoolwide data analysis and five-year professional development plans improve instruction.
Mater Academy Charter Middle School: Consistent Expectations
A clear instructional focus in every classroom makes learning goals explicit to students.
Menominee Indian Middle School: A Community School With Voice and Heart
Staff members' leadership took a school from underperforming to winning state recognition.
Park View High School: A World of Achievement
A teacher-led equity facilitation team trains staff members to create culturally responsive classrooms.
Ravenswood Middle School: A Family-Oriented Learning Community
Whatever it takes to support students in achieving their goals is what happens.
San Diego Met High School: Personalization as a Foundation
Advisories are the core of the school, and teachers stay with students for four years.
Breaking Ranks in Action: Students First
The 2010 MetLife Foundation-NASSP Breakthrough Schools celebrate achievements through the implementation of Breaking Ranks reform philosophies.
By Marlene Hartzman and Dianne Mero

San Miguel High School: Focus and Preparation
A unique internship program enhances a traditional curriculum.
Tefft Middle School: Accountability and Performance
Quarterly learning targets focus on giving students the education they deserve.
Contact Information - 2010 Breakthrough Schools
Telling a New Story
From the Editor
By Jan Umphrey
Bulletin Board
Split Decisions
When one court rules differently on two seemingly similar cases, conclusions can be difficult to draw.
From Cases in Point
By Kelley R. Taylor, Esp.
Sustaining a Vision of Rigor
Sustaining your progress in becoming a more rigorous school is possible even in tough economic times.
From Everyday Leadership
By Ronald Williamson and Barbara R. Blackburn
Facing Your Reflection
Getting a glimpse of yourself from another perspective is your key to identifying and correcting your weaknesses.
From In My Opinion
By Matthew Alloway

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