Contents
Lists of Tables, Figures, and Appendices
Chapter 1: Results Without Rancor or Ranking: The Ontario Improvement Strategy
A Clear Vision and Persistent Resolve
Excellence and Equity Go Hand in Hand
Chapter 2: Excellence and Equity
Characteristics of Effective Teachers in Diverse Backgrounds
The Global Preoccupation With Increasing Graduation Rates
Chapter 3: District and School Improvement: A Blueprint for Success
Chapter 4: High-Impact Strategies for Elementary Schools
Maintain a Clear Focus and Stay the Course
Target Setting: The Power of High Expectations
The Importance of Building Capacity
A Strong Commitment to Research
Make Early Learning a Top Priority
The Ontario Focused Intervention Partnership
Communication and Collaboration
Integrating Technology Across the Curriculum
Chapter 5: High-Impact Strategies for Secondary Schools
The Pillars of Student Success
Community, Culture, and Caring
Chapter 6: Leadership for Improved Learning
Leadership for the 21st Century
Leadership Development in Ontario
Effective Leadership: What Does It Take?
Chapter 7: Improving Graduation Rates: What Does It Take?
The Essence of the Improvement Strategy
Reasons for the Success of the Strategy
Working at Getting Buy-In Was Important
Developing Partnerships and Alliances With Parents and Community
The Role of Character Development
Character Education in Schools
Building Communities of Character