Small Learning Communities: Building a Culture

Facilitator: 

Barbara Armstrong, Instructional Specialist, Program Development and Implementation
                                Montgomery County Public Schools

Presenters: Seneca Valley High School , Montgomery County Public Schools
Suzanne Maxey, Principal
Diane Wilder, Academy Coordinator
Jeff Baker, Lead Teacher, Academy Arts and Media Studies
Sheila MacLeod, Staff Development Teacher and Advisories Coordinator


Participants learned how the administration and staff at one MCPS high school collaborated to plan and implement academies. The presentation team shared strategies for realigning staff, developing student advisories, and meaningfully involving parents and the business community.

Seneca Valley High School presentation team caucuses before the session.