Alignment. Accountability. Action.
Alignment: Effective PLCs are on the same page. The team members work well together. They align their curriculum and their common assessments. They also align their attitudes by putting students first.
Accountability: Effective team members on a PLC hold each other accountable. They write things down. They stay on topic and don't waste time. They call each other out when need be. They report their progress, their shortcomings, and own their results. Always. They don't make excuses.
Action: The final element of great PLCs. These teams take action. They implement. They understand that talking about things--even worthy things--means nothing. They take the steps necessary to GET STUFF DONE. They are not afraid to make mistakes. They lean into the work. They make a difference by taking action.
I hope you are able to implement the triple AAA of great PLCs this week!
