Tag: Actively Engaging

To support teachers through the process of their grade interview pilot, Austin ISD’s Strategy Lab team created a centralized space for documenting the process. The document includes links to important surveys and resources, clarification of roles, as well as running notes from teacher meetings. In documenting the process, the team was better able to surface learnings in real-time and maintain momentum throughout the process.

To support teachers in their rollout of the grade interview strategy, Austin ISD’s Strategy Lab team created an initial presentation about the pilot process, explaining the reasoning behind the pilot and soliciting input from teachers on how to improve the process moving forward. This initial deck helped launch the grade interview pilot by establishing clear messaging and transparency.

To support teachers in their rollout of the grade interview strategy, Austin ISD’s Strategy Lab team created a simple one-pager with the essential information required. The “Field Guide” includes teacher and student actions as well as checklists for completing the work.