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The School Redesign Network at Stanford University-Learn more about Small School Design

School Redesign Network- Windows on Conversions.

Bill Gates asks "What's Wrong With American High Schools? . . .The approaches of 50 years ago cannot work today. . . Every kid can graduate ready for college. Every kid should have the chance."  Read this article to better understand a major motivation behind Hillsdale's Smaller Learning Community redesign.

Books about Smaller Learning Communities

Why Smaller Learning Communities? (PDF Format)

The 10 Design Features of Effective Schools
(from http://www.srnleads.org/

  • Personalization
  • Continuous Relationships
  • Standards & Performance Assessment
  • Authentic Curriculum
  • Adaptive Pedagogy
  • Anti-Racist Teaching
  • Qualified Teachers
  • Collaboration & Development
  • Family & Community Connections
  • Democratic Decision-Making