School Turnaround
Explore resources and key practices that can help under-performing schools make the shift from low-performing to "turnaround." 
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Explore the subtopics below to learn more about the recommended practices:
To learn more about the research underlying these practices, view the IES Practice Guide, Turning Around Chronically Low-Performing Schools.
District Reflection: Identifying the School Turnaround Principal
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At the district level, use this questionnaire to help evaluate principal candidates (including the current principals) to lead a turnaround effort.
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Leadership Needs Assessment
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The questions and chart in this tool can be used to assess the need for immediate changes in leadership strategies to enable the beginning of a turnaround process and the school’s readiness for...
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School Principal Self-Reflection: Leadership Strategies
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Use this worksheet for self-reflection if you are interested in modifying existing leadership strategies in the following areas: communication with staff, instructional leadership, and connections...
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School Turnaround Planning Template #3
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Suggesting ways for state-level personnel to facilitate the work of districts and schools in turning around low-performing schools. Key considerations are presented for state leadership, standards...
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Planning Template
School Turnaround Planning Template #2
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Offering district-level personnel key actions to facilitate their work in turning around low-performing schools. Key actions are presented for district leadership, research-based instructional...
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Planning Template
School Turnaround Planning Template #1
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Offering school- and district-level personnel key actions to facilitate school turnaround efforts. Key actions are presented for leadership, instructional feedback, and organizational practices,...
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Planning Template
