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In an effort to equip educators with practical strategies for implementing anti-racism in the classroom while supporting their social-emotional well-being, CARE (Coalition for Anti-Racism and Equity) and the Great Schools Partnership are launching an impactful professional development series. We sat down with Ralph Saint-Louis, one of the organizers, to discuss the series, its significance, and

Dear Fellow Educators,In the aftermath of a highly contested election and a climate of divisive rhetoric in our country, I want to take an opportunity to re-center on our country’s youth and the democratic call to provide an excellent and equitable public education for all students.At Great Schools Partnership, we define educational equity as ensuring

By Paulina Murton This month, I step into the executive director role at Great Schools Partnership (GSP). I am beyond excited to work alongside such a talented and dedicated staff and board to advance our mission to support, challenge, and collaborate with educators and communities to achieve educational excellence and equity. As I transition in my

At the Great Schools Partnership, we define educational equity as ensuring just outcomes for each student, raising marginalized voices, and challenging the imbalance of power and privilege. We have spent many years working toward these goals—at all levels of the education system, from the classroom to the statehouse, providing school and district coaching, professional development,

by Ella Henry The Great Schools Partnership was honored to have Ella Henry intern with us during the summer of 2024 in advance of her senior year at Bowdoin College as part of their Cultivated Internship program. Ella split her time at GSP largely focusing on two areas of our work – coaching support and research

Dear Colleagues and Friends, I am thrilled to announce that after an extensive national search, the Great Schools Partnership community found its next leader among our talented team members. On September 1, 2024, Paulina Murton—our current managing director of engagement and networking—will become our next executive director. Paulina brings a wealth of understanding to this

By Melanie Shivraj At the Great Schools Partnership (GSP), we define educational equity as ensuring just outcomes for each student, raising marginalized voices, and challenging the imbalance of power and privilege. Historically, our schools have segregated and stratified students by a number of qualities including race, socio-economic status, and able-bodiedness. Modern day schooling is not all

By Melanie Shivraj I recently spoke with Bill Runey, the superintendent of Dighton-Rehoboth Regional School District in Massachusetts, about drafting strategic plans and Portraits of a Graduate. I have a new appreciation for what administrators do. Runey, and others in his role, lead school districts at a complicated time in regards to funding, politics, culture, safety,

by Melanie Shivraj Being a teacher means taking in tons of data points constantly—whether it’s formally collecting data through assessments or the casual noticing of demeanors, behaviors, and even “vibes.” As educators, we are in a unique position where this informal data collection is usually acted upon immediately. If I notice a lot of slumped or