Schools on the Move is a practical road map for school and district leaders to create cycles of collective inquiry, allowing for coherent improvement of student learning experiences. The storytelling is very effective, allowing us to see our own schools, districts, and leadership through this model.--Stefanie Phillips "Santa Ana Unified School District"
The thoughtfulness of this text is a refreshing approach.
Schools on the Move reinforces the importance of taking time to see and analyze the problem and the associated systems prior to implementing a change idea. I have great appreciation for the strategy of inclusivity among those closest to the work.--Christi Barrett "Hemet Unified School District"
This is the right book at the right time. Westover and Steinhauser brilliantly adapted
Schools on the Move for this moment in time as we attempt to fight a global pandemic and the devastating impact it's having on our students, schools, and districts. I found dozens of ideas that I'll immediately be using because of this important work.--Rick Miller "CORE Districts"
We all need this book to understand the complexities of transforming climate, developing culture, building capacity, and creating coherence in our schools. Jay Westover and Chris Steinhauser show us how to recognize the potential in people and ideas and shape a common mindset.
Schools on the Move is a pragmatic and reflective leadership guide using collaborative inquiry as a process to develop collective teacher efficacy. Being part of
Schools on the Move has uniquely positioned our district during this time of rapid change to address and advance student learning.--Vivian Ekchian "Glendale Unified School District"
When Chris Steinhauser, one of the most successful and respected urban superintendents, joins forces with Jay Westover, a highly experienced and impactful education consultant, the result is a book worth reading by all education leaders. Our students deserve an education that reduces inequities and accelerates learning for all, and
Schools on the Move is an invaluable resource for making this promise a reality.--Paul Gothold "San Diego County Office of Education"
Schools on the Move details how leaders can create clarity, develop collective expertise, and promote continuous improvement, all aimed at taking action to achieve equitable growth in student learning. You feel the momentum, you want to get on board, and the examples show how to get schools moving.
--John Hattie "Melbourne Graduate School of Education"
Schools on the Move provides a clear and compelling portrait of what it takes to move schools toward continuous improvement. Westover and Steinhauser offer insights into how to overcome problems of practice that too often thwart improvement efforts. This will be an invaluable resource for how to bring about genuine and sustainable change.
--Pedro A. Noguera "USC Rossier School of Education"
