Facilitator′s Guide to Failure Is Not an Option®

This guide offers tools and principles for school leaders to create high-performing schools, ensuring failure is never an option for students.

The Facilitator's Guide to Failure Is Not an Option® serves as a comprehensive resource for school leaders aiming to create high-performing educational environments. This guide emphasizes six powerful principles that can help ensure that every child has the opportunity to succeed. By implementing these principles, school leaders can foster a culture where failure is not an option, but rather a stepping stone toward achievement. The principles include establishing a common mission, vision, and values, focusing on achievement for all students, and promoting collaborative teamwork centered around effective teaching practices.

This guide aligns closely with the acclaimed second edition of Alan M. Blankstein's bestselling book, providing practical tools for staff developers and workshop facilitators. Each chapter is filled with field-tested resources, including activities and discussion questions designed to help educators avoid common pitfalls that lead to failure. Additionally, the guide emphasizes the importance of data-driven decision-making and active engagement with families and communities to build sustainable leadership capacity.

In the updated edition, there is a greater focus on diversity, assessment for learning, and intervention strategies for at-risk students. The Facilitator's Guide to Failure Is Not an Option® includes valuable resources such as workshop activities, chapter summaries, and suggestions for further reading, making it an essential tool for anyone leading educational workshops or seminars. This guide not only supports professional development but also reinforces the idea that a collaborative approach is vital for fostering a successful learning environment.