Accelerated Preparation of Leaders for Underserved Schools (A-PLUS): Building Instructional Capacity to Impact Diverse Learners

Abstract

There will be a total of 5400 school leaders who serve on campuses of diverse learners, particularly those that serve English learners, struggling learners, and economically disadvantaged students. These leaders will be served and trained in (a) culturally responsive pedagogy and leadership, (b) instructional leadership, (c) critical dialogues, (d) climate issues, (e) professional, personalized learning communities, (f) data analysis and school improvement interventions, (g) instructional improvement, and (h) strategic planning.