Prosper ISD says it has been recognized as a Model Professional Learning Community District, a designation awarded through Solution Tree's PLC at Work program.
The district announced the recognition in its Oct. 13 "Together We Prosper" family newsletter, saying it was granted by Solution Tree's Evidence of Effectiveness Committee. The district called it "one of the most prestigious recognitions in education" and said it "belongs to every single person who shows up for our students every day."
What the designation means
Solution Tree runs the Model PLC at Work recognition through its AllThingsPLC website. According to that site, a school or district must show a commitment to the PLC at Work process, have used its concepts for at least three years and present clear evidence of improved student learning. Applicants describe their culture, practices and structures to a review committee of PLC practitioners.
Recognized schools and districts must submit updated data every three years to keep the status, the site says.
The newsletter said the district earned the distinction through "years of intentional collaboration" and "a relentless focus on learning."
