Facilitator's Guide to Failure Is Not an Option®

6 Principles for Making Student Success the ONLY Option

Aligning theory with practice, chapter-by-chapter activities and discussion questions examine the critical role of a strong learning community in implementing effective school reform, with a focus on BlanksteinÆs six guiding principles:Common mission, vision, values, and goals Systems for prevention and intervention Collaborative teaming for teaching and learning Data-driven decision making and continuous improvement Active engagement from family and community Building sustainable leadership capacity With the FacilitatorÆs Guide to Failure Is NOT an Option™, you can effectively lead others through dialogue, reflection, and application of BlanksteinÆs principles. It is an ideal resource for school principals, district administrators, teacher leaders, and educational policy makers, and perfect for groups of any size-pairs, small workshops, and large seminars.