Core Value in Action: Engaging Curiosity

October 13, 2017

At Lead by Learning, we support our partner teachers to build their inquiry stance, allowing questions and curiosity to drive instructional improvement. Kindergarten teacher scholar Brook Pessin-Whedbee’s inquiry journey is an example of this core value in action.

The Impact of Teacher-Led Collaborative Inquiry

June 13, 2017

Our multi-faceted evaluation approach includes participant surveys, teacher learning data analysis, and principal interviews. We strive to understand the impact of collaborative inquiry on: Students’ learning Teachers’ instruction Quality of collaboration with colleagues In 2016-17, 91% of participating teachers...

Unlocking Uncertainties at Oakland Tech

May 18, 2017

At Oakland Tech High School, 17 ninth-grade teachers are wrapping up their first year of collaborative inquiry work with Mills Teacher Scholars. Comprised of both new and veteran teachers, this cross-disciplinary group met monthly to investigate questions and dilemmas...

A Principal Learns Alongside Teachers

April 27, 2017

An essential component to establishing an adult learning culture in schools is the leader modeling a learning stance alongside their staff. At Mills Teacher Scholars partner site Montalvin Elementary in West Contra Costa Unified, principal Katherine Acosta-Verprauskus is...