New England Secondary School Consortium

School Redesign in Action

is the New England Secondary School Consortium’s ninth annual conference for educators and stakeholders from across the country to share success stories, exchange best practices, and continue to build momentum for innovations that will prepare all students for success in the colleges, careers, and communities of the 21st century. 

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College Admissions

75 New England Institutions of Higher Education State that Proficiency-Based Diplomas Do Not Disadvantage Applicants

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Common Data Project

The five state education agencies (SEAs) participating in the NESSC have been collecting, calculating, and reporting data using consistent procedures and methodologies developed by a regional team of data specialists from the departments and agencies of education.
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What are Extended Learning Opportunities?

In response to the need for engaging, relevant, and equitable approaches to teaching and learning, schools are finding ways to support and formally recognize student learning that transpires anywhere and at any time.

Read our latest Leadership in Action Brief to learn more about Extended Learning Opportunities.

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The Glossary of Education Reform

Created by the Great Schools Partnership, the Glossary of Education Reform is a comprehensive online resource that describes widely used school-improvement terms, concepts, and strategies for journalists, parents, and community members.

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Proficiency-Based Learning Simplified

Developed by the Great Schools Partnership, Proficiency-Based Learning Simplified helps schools develop efficient and effective standards-based systems that will prepare all students for success in the colleges, careers and communities of the 21st century.

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What Are Personal Learning Plans?

Personal learning plans can bring greater focus and purpose to the decisions students make about their education.

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Upcoming Events

  • Oct 04

    League of Innovative Schools Fall Conference

    We invite LIS colleagues, students, parents, board members, and community members to join us in Portsmouth. The Fall Conference is organized around three design principles of the League of Innovative Schools: Connect, Spread Good Ideas, and Accelerate Improvement.

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  • Nov 15

    RI LIS Network Meeting + School Visit

    The day will be focused on student-centered learning and will include opportunities to visit classrooms, to hear directly from students and teachers and to connect with other educators from across Rhode Island. 

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