
Creating Collaborative Communities

Coaching Services:
School Design and Redesign
Blacksand Education specializes in collaborative school design and redesign, creating innovative and effective learning environments that meet the unique needs of students and communities. Our coaching services include comprehensive school needs assessments and targeted support in the following key areas:
Mission and Vision
Our coaching services guide schools in creating or revising their mission and vision. We assist schools in establishing a clear and compelling mission and vision statement that is rooted in their community. Working closely with school leaders, staff, and stakeholders, we collaborate to define the school's core values, articulate its goals, and outline desired outcomes. By guiding this process, we support schools in developing a mission, vision, and goals that effectively steer the overall direction and purpose of the institution, inspiring a shared sense of purpose and providing a strong foundation for strategic planning and decision-making.

Curriculum and Instruction
Our coaching focuses on
developing a rigorous curriculum that meets educational standards and promotes deep understanding among students. We emphasize innovative instructional strategies, particularly project-based learning, to enhance engagement and learning outcomes. Our approach involves designing captivating lessons that prioritize critical skills like communication, teamwork, and problem-solving. To support educators, we implement a in-depth professional development plan that offers guidance and ongoing support within the school community. Our goal is to empower schools to cultivate effective curriculum and instructional practices that meet the diverse needs of their students.
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Learning Environment
Coaching aims to create a
positive, inclusive, and engaging learning environment that supports the social, emotional, and academic development of all students and educators at the school. Guidance and support focuses around developing a structure, implementing effective practices, and fostering a learning culture that aligns with the school's mission, vision and goals. This involves considering various factors, including physical space, available resources, scheduling, and contextualizing curriculum and instruction.

Assessment and Feedback
Our coaching services assist schools in the design or redesign of their assessment and feedback practices. We ensure that assessments, both formative and summative, effectively measure content knowledge, essential skills, and habits of mind. By carefully embedding assessments into project designs, we ensure they meet specific expectations, including alignment with International Baccalaureate (IB) or local, state, national, and international standards.
Additionally, we provide guidance on delivering constructive feedback to students using proven protocols. Our ultimate goal is to develop robust assessments that align with desired outcomes, providing valuable insights for student growth. Through our coaching, schools gain the necessary tools and strategies to implement assessment practices that support student development and foster their overall success.


Community Engagement
Our coaching prioritizes community engagement through strong partnerships, actively involving families, organizations, and stakeholders in school design or redesign. Gathering feedback and support unites the school community around a shared mission and vision. We equip schools with effective strategies to cultivate meaningful connections, fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment that positively impacts student success.