Marion Visual & Performing Arts Magnet was recently recognized by Solution Tree as a “Promising Practices Professional Learning Community at Work” for its initial success in raising student achievement.
The school’s commitment to implementing the PLC at Work process has been a major contributing factor in making a visible, positive impact on student learning.
PLCs are schools and districts in which educators recognize that the key to improved learning for students is ongoing, job-embedded learning for the adults who serve those students. The three big ideas of a PLC call upon educators to:
Focus on learning
Build a collaborative culture
Create a results orientation
“We are incredibly proud to be recognized by Solution Tree for our Promising Practices,” said Betsy Laughter, VPA principal. “This honor reflects the dedication of our teachers, staff, and students to work together in ways that are moving the needle for student achievement. While we know our work is not finished, this recognition affirms that we are on the right path -- and it inspires us to keep pushing forward for our students.”
Promising Practices schools are recognized for building a strong foundation based on the PLC concepts, implementation of these concepts for at least one to two years, and clear evidence of improved student learning over that period. Once measurable results can be seen, the school must explain its practices, structures, and culture and submit its application for consideration by the PLC Review Committee.
Recognized Promising Practices schools are listed on AllThingsPLC.info, where they share implementation strategies, structures, and performance with other educators interested in improving their schools. Collaboration tools, articles, research, blog posts, and other related resources are also available on the site. The site was developed and is maintained by Solution Tree, a leading provider of educational strategies and tools that improve staff and student performance.
For more than 20 years, Solution Tree resources have helped K–12 teachers and administrators create schools where all children succeed.
The Marion School District is an innovative and growing district that ensures an equitable, engaging learning community where every student is empowered to achieve academic excellence and personal growth. With more than 150 years of experience serving families in Crittenden County, the district offers a high school, a junior high, a seventh grade academy, and three award-winning magnet schools. For enrollment information, including information on school choice, visit https://www.msd3.org/ or call 870-739-5100.