Kansas Leads the World in the Success of Each Student. Brad Neuenswander, Deputy Commissioner

Education is the only industry that waits for the government to tell them what to do. We are trying to break that culture.

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KESA REDESIGN

KESA Year 1: ASSESMENT OF BUILDING AND DISTRICT/SYSTEM NEEDS, GOAL AREAS KESA Year 2: BUILDING GOALS / ACTION PLANS, LEADERSHIP GOALS / ACTION PLANS

try to end factory model schools by using factory model strategies We are deluding ourselves if we try to end factory model schools by using factory model strategies for change. - Andy Calkins

Personalized Learning Tailoring learning for each student’s strengths, needs, and interests – including enabling Student voice and choice in what, how, when and where they learn – to provide flexibility and supports to ensure mastery of the highest standards possible. - Education Elements

The Speed of Redesign is completely dependent on Two Things. Approval/Support of the local board. Approval/Support of the local teachers association. Without it, Redesign can take 3-5 years, and only when these two groups are brought on board. -Nathan Cross

Our Two Biggest Challenges 1- The Skills that we are trying to instill in our students are skills that many of us have not had to experience or learn in our own lives and careers. 2- It is easy for us to say what we want, but we struggle with all of the adult issues that prevent us from making any meaningful change.

A Shift in Thinking Start the process of designing instruction with the learner—rather than the curriculum, pacing guide, or teachers' instructional preferences—foremost in mind. The goal is to focus on how best to nurture student learning rather than how best to deliver instruction. Rickabaugh, James. Tapping the Power of Personalized Learning: A Roadmap for School Leaders (Kindle Locations 1078-1080). Association for Supervision & Curriculum Development. Kindle Edition.

Redesign? Personalized Project Based Intense focus on social and emotional development Personalized Learning What is Personalized Learning? A personalized learning environment includes the following elements: Personal learning paths for each student Personalized learning time Project-based learning Student mentor program Flexible learning environment Mastery-based education Performance-based assessments (project-based learning, portfolios, etc.) What do teacher and student roles look like in Personalized Learning? Teachers Students Personalize instruction by providing opportunities for students to practice skills, give real-time feedback and support students to make their own plans to reach academic goals. Provide small group workshops based on individual student needs. Mentors students to become self-directed learners who can set and achieve goals and maximize opportunities. Demonstrate student agency by having choice in when, where, and how they learn. Select content that best meets their learning style. Establish weekly obtainable academic goals. Establish long term college goals. Work collaboratively with small groups What is Connect? Connect is Pasadena ISD’s personalized learning initiative. Personalized Every Connect student has a digital Personalized Learning Plan and is able to access all of the learning tools and resources they need at any time. Empowering Connect students are self-directed learners. Connect students are encouraged and coached to develop in the elements of self-directed learning - Challenge Seeking, Persistence, Strategy-shifting, Response to Setbacks and Appropriate Help Seeking are key habits that are invaluable for college and life success. Relevant Connect students receive consistent, relevant, and personalized support seamlessly integrated into their school day as they drive towards their academic and personal goals. College and Career Readiness Student success in college and career must extend far beyond college acceptance. We focus on helping students to develop in four areas that form the foundation for a lifetime of success. Mentor Support ​​Student-teacher bond is the heart of learning. Students meet weekly with their mentor teacher to set academic goals and discuss their progress. Empowering students to engage in self-directed learning and develop key habits that are invaluable for college and life success. Immersion with parents and the community

KansansCan Redesign 47 School districts with over 100 schools will be in the process of Redesign in 2018-19. Regional Support Model is being developed in order to scale Redesign. 6 locations across the state Monthly and bi-monthly drive in redesign team work. Kansas Redesign Flight Manual is being developed to guide school redesign.

Teacher Redesign Voices This is the hardest that I have worked, but it is the most rewarding work that I have ever done. I have been a teacher for over 20 years, and this is what I have always wanted to do. I am so excited. I didn’t think that I had the skills to lead, but I am so excited that I am finding that skill in myself. I was nervous about talking to our community leaders, but they are so positive about partnering with us. I can already see a positive change in our staff and students with our pilots.

Best Redesign Student Quote “I think the adults have tricked us into learning.” - Bennington Elementary Student

Today’s students are the future workforce and future leaders of Kansas Today’s students are the future workforce and future leaders of Kansas. Kansans Can achieve anything and, together, Kansans Can lead the world in the success of each student.