PlaybookLearningDifferences 8.5x11 DIGITAL - Flipbook - Page 11
BUILD A VILLAGE
Create a community of stakeholders who can help nurture your
students and support your efforts
Other Faculty & Staff
Who is on your hallway (or in your school) that
shares high expectations and great ideas to help
your students? Join forces with other teachers, the
librarian, the school social worker, support staff or
more. Search across disciplines when possible.
01
02
Administrators
Find the person in your building who can not only
help you understand policy but will help you push
for the best outcomes for your students.
Community Liaisons
While some people in your village will be within
the school building, many may not be. Who can
connect you to community resources and
community members who are safe and can
provide support to your students?
03
04
Advocates
Be it a coach, a community member, mentor, or
even a volunteer, include people who can connect
your students to opportunities or who know their
interests and can show them things beyond the
class assignments.
Families
There is no getting around the fact that involving
parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles or siblings
can help your students. Involve families to learn
more about student strengths, needs and
approaches.
05
06
Think Outside the Box
Listen to your students and see who they may
need to complete a circle of support. Realize
where your gaps are and find a trusted and
credible person or group who can help both you
and your students achieve better outcomes.
9
