Network Collaboration

In order to effectively build small networks of schools, practioners must be willing to accept the fact that there is no silver bullet; development must come through actively facilitating and leading educators across the country in action research, peer reviews and observations and collaboratively creating tools and processess' that address the most pressing issues in education. As student drop-outs are on the rise, dedicated and experienced educators will have to take a leading role in school leadership but schools and organizations often time do not create a pipeline for emerging leaders to take charge. It is essential for networks to develop that strong leadership, deeply rooted in the experiences of the school community, can reach out to others in networks to share resources and act as critical friends. The school district and it's board must encourage this collaboration and invite as many critical friends into the fold so our young people can be reap the benefits.