My condensed Reminders

What should I think when CPACE ask first/next?

Stakeholders + Data before Action.

What is the Magic Cycle?

Stakeholders → Data → Research → Input → Action → Monitor.

What should happen before an intervention?

Analyze data and identify the root cause.

What builds staff buy-in?

Distributed leadership + stakeholder involvement.

What builds trust?

Consistency + reliability + transparency + communication.

What should you do when a teacher struggles?

Observe> specific feedback > actionable > strategy > follow-up

What should you do when a major change faces resistance?

Clarify purpose + involve stakeholders + communicate.

What should happen after implementing a solution?

Monitor data and adjust.

What should guide school improvement?

Data → root cause → SMART goal → action → monitor.

What is the CPACE trap to avoid?

Acting alone, assuming, or jumping straight to a solution.

During the test If two answers both sound reasonable, choose the one that:

✔ Involves stakeholders
✔ Uses data
✔ Identifies the root cause
✔ Aligns to the mission/vision
✔ Builds collaboration/buy-in
✔ Includes monitoring/follow-up