Professional Learning Community
A Professional Learning Community encourages a culture of collaboration and data-driven decision-making by regularly examining student data and analyzing results together. Educators work together to identify areas for improvement, implement evidence-based strategies, and monitor progress effectively. This data-driven approach ensures that teaching practices are continually adjusted to meet the diverse needs of students, leading to better outcomes for all.
The three big ideas of a Professional Learning Community:
- Ensure that ALL students learn.
- A culture of collaboration.
- A focus on results.
The four questions of a Professional Learning Community:
- What do we want ALL students to know and be able to do?
- How will we know when each student has learned?
- How will we respond when students struggle?
- How will we enrich and extend the learning for students who are proficient?
Apply for Cohort 2 2026-2028!
The Idaho Department of Education is accepting applications from schools or districts who would like to be a part of the next Professional Learning Community Collaborative. These schools will receive professional development and job-embedded coaching from a PLC Coach to establish professional learning communities in their school or district. Priority will be given to schools who apply by April 17.
PLC Virtual Collaborative
Join the PLC Monthly Collaborative on the third Tuesday of each month October through May at 9:00 am PT/ 10:00 AM MT.
Register here.
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