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Our mission and vision direct us to work with organizations using a systems orientation process to help them build collaborative cultures, and equitable, evidence-based practices that empower adults and students to deepen their learning and thrive.
06/01/2026
CEC is excited to introduce Catalyst SparkSheets!
Professional learning is most powerful when it connects directly to the everyday work of educators. SparkSheets are simple, visual tools designed to help teams organize ideas, clarify practices, and turn important conversations into practical next steps.
Whether teams are planning for summer, preparing for the year ahead, or reflecting on current priorities, SparkSheets help create shared language and keep the work moving.
05/21/2026
School improvement is hard to judge while you are still in the middle of it. This article looks at a few signs that the work is starting to take hold, even before the long-term results are clear.
Read more on CEC's Substack: https://cecweb.substack.com/
05/14/2026
What really helps schools make a lasting difference for students?
In CEC’s latest Impact in Action blog post, Dr. Tiffany Layton, PCC takes a closer look at how strong leadership, meaningful coaching, and aligned systems work together to support educators and strengthen instruction.
It’s a thoughtful read on what helps schools move from scattered efforts to real, sustainable impact.
Read more on CEC's SubStack: https://open.substack.com/pub/cecweb/p/impact-in-action-what-really-moves?r=6b170v&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=true
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