Small Schools, Big Ideas shows how the principle-based andequity-focused model from the Coalition of Essential Schools (CES)can be used to redesign existing schools and create new schoolsthat prepare students for this century's challenges andopportunities.
Filled with inspirational stories and illustrative examples fromschools that have successfully implemented CES principles andpractices, Small Schools, Big Ideas offers information andinspiration needed to:
* Transform schools in order to achieve equitable outcomes forall students
* Understand various school design options
* Establish school vision, mission, and goals to raiseeducational expectations and results
* Develop transformational leadership
* Cultivate a professional learning community
* Implement student-centered teaching, learning, andcurricula
* Build productive relationships with families andcommunities
* Establish strategies for sustainability
These recommendations and proven strategies can help educatorstransform their schools to become truly equitable, personalized,and academically challenging.