ABOUT THIS EPISODE
Bob speaks with Nate Manaen, assistant superintendent for Eastern Carver County Schools about cultivating a collaborative culture for learning. They discuss the importance of time and space, the need for leaders to be skilled in various areas, and the importance of involving district leaders in the process. Cultivating collective ownership for school improvement implies the school district establishes a framework to support leaders in cultivating ownership. Time is the most crucial resource in this process; creating an organized structure of time offers teachers and leaders the space to carefully identify the root causes of student needs, research proven evidence practices, and design units of study for professional learning. To create better collective ownership for school improvement, leaders must start by developing trust and a strong relationship with their school team. Additionally, they should focus on problem-solving and creating a safe space for vulnerability.
