{"title":"hope*books Publications","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"continuous-improvement-without-continuous-stress-paperback-book","title":"Continuous Improvement Without Continuous Stress","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003ePlanning for continuous improvement is often seen as a stressful task in schools. Complex and ineffective models have been the accepted standard for years. However, it doesn't have to be that way. If you are ready to simplify the way your school develops plans to increase student learning, then this book is for you.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eWhen we simplify planning, we increase the time available to delve into the complex issues of student learning. Lesli Laughter clarifies the continuous improvement planning cycle, breathing new life into each phase. 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Every student deserves to have school leaders who are performing at their best. Strengthen your planning processes with \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eContinuous Improvement without Continuous Stress\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Author:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eLESLI LAUGHTER is an accomplished educator and a champion for continuous improvement. In her role as Chief Academic Officer at 806 Technologies, Lesli has trained and supported countless schools across the country. Her expertise was instrumental in developing \u003ci\u003ePlan4Learning,\u003c\/i\u003e a highly successful planning software. 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