Step Back Meetings

This is a data and priorities analysis meeting to give the full ILT insight into which practices and strategies are working (or not), relative to their instructional vision and goals. It is a process that identifies the most impactful leadership actions to improve adult practices and student outcomes. We analyze multiple sources of data, including two years of state and local data, disaggregated by sub-group, grade level and content area for each source. By using a systems analysis process, ILTs will collaboratively develop or strengthen their school improvement plan for high performance and identify specific leadership actions to drive intended outcomes.

Beyond the data analysis and action planning, though, is the trust and teamwork that starts to be built in each ILT. To hold each other and one’s school accountable, while supporting each other in the newly identified priorities, the ILT will need to communicate openly and have a strong sense of community. A most helpful byproduct of the Step Back Meeting is it brings new and existing teams together around a shared vision grounded in data and deep reflection.

It also surfaces gaps in systems and coherence, and provides the baseline student achievement data. Most significantly, though, it results in actionable goals, which are then monitored throughout the year. The ILT’s involvement in this immersive data experience serves to instill a shared commitment and clarify the priority areas of concern. By identifying root causes and the shifts needed in adult practices, ILTs are empowered to collaboratively transform outcomes for their teachers and students.

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