Welcome to the Professional Learning Community Website
PLCWashington was developed to help implement, support, and sustain meaningful professional learning communities in schools. PLCWashington is built on the premise that PLC work becomes a structure for professional development in schools, the work engages staff in a collaborative process, and the process is focused on student learning and instructional practice.
What is PLCWashington?
PLCWashington is a systems approach designed to support schools that have the motivation and desire to authentically implement professional learning communities. It includes:
- A PLC Website - http://www.PLCWashington.org
- On-line courses facilitated by trained instructors
- Embedded learning cycles to engage staff
- Professional development, facilitation, and guidance
- Capacity Building within schools and districts
| To find out more about professional learning communities, please click on the specific links below to hear Stephanie Hirsh, Deputy Executive Director for the National Staff Development Center talk about the characteristics, benefits, and attributes of professional learning communities. | To find out more about professional learning communities, please click on the introduction PowerPoint below as well as explore and use the multitude of resources available on this website. |
PLC Introduction Videos |
PLC Introduction PowerPoint |