Welcome to the Step-by-Step Guide.
We talked to leaders like you and created this guide to help with the complex process of adopting a high-quality curriculum. You can explore our recommended steps and use the downloadable articles and templates to help with your decision-making process.
You can also download the entire short guide here: Word Doc | PDF
1. Plan your process.
Each step of the process, from assembling a team to preparing materials and socializing the decision, needs to be planned based on your district’s unique needs.
Start with the following case studies if you’d like to see examples from small and mid-sized districts. The worksheets that come next should help you plan the steps in your process and schedule, and the articles provide some ideas for how to assemble your committee.
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2. Define the problem.
3. Build requirements.
4. Explore programs.
Start with your critical focus areas from step 2 (defining the problem) and select a short list of programs to explore. Next, conduct a thorough review of those programs. If you’re a school or district that pilots, a pilot would happen during this step.
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5. Socialize and evangelize the decision.
You’ve done it! But your work isn’t over. Now you need to create clear, exciting messaging about the high-quality curriculum you’ve chosen and why it’s a good match for your teachers and students.
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6. Prepare for implementation.
