Community Alignment Workshop Sessions

Welcome to the Community Alignment Workshop Sessions happening at Benson Polytechnic High School on October 10, 2025, with two session times: 12:20-1:45 PM and 1:50-3:15 PM (Pacific Time)! Join us for a day filled with engaging discussions, interactive activities, and networking opportunities.

Workshop Sessions Offered Twice: Choose between Session 1 (12:20-1:45 PM) or Session 2 (1:50-3:15 PM) to participate in the Community Alignment Workshop. Both sessions feature identical content, allowing you to attend different workshop tracks during the alternate time slot.

This event is designed to bring together community members who are passionate about creating positive change and working towards common goals. Whether you're a parent, student, teacher, principal, seasoned community leader, or just starting to get involved, this workshop is for you. Don't miss out on this chance to connect with like-minded individuals and learn valuable insights on community alignment. See you there!

Zone 1 Schools: Lincoln HS, Ida B Wells HS, West Sylvan MS, Bridlemile K-5, Capitol Hill K-5, Duniway K-5, Hayhurst K-5, Rieke K-5, Stephenson K-5, Maplewood K-5, Winterhaven K-8, Skyline K-8

Zone 2 Schools: Jefferson HS, Harriet Tubman MS, MLK Jr K-5, Boise-Eliot K-5, Chief Joseph K-5, Irvington K-5, Vernon K-8, Faubion K-8

Zone 3 Schools: Roosevelt HS, MLC K-12 Alternative, George MS, James John K-5, Peninsula K-5, Rosa Parks K-5, Sabin K-5, Sitton K-5, Beach K-5, Bridger K-5, Woodlawn K-5

Zone 4 Schools: Ockley Green MS, Astor K-8, Rigler K-5, Vestal Access K-5, Clarendon Early Learning, Columbia Transportation Admin

Zone 5 Schools: Grant HS, Roseway Heights MS, Beaumont MS, Alameda K-5, Woodmere K-5, Rose City Park K-5, Lee K-5, Scott K-5, Ainsworth K-5, Alliance, Leodis V McDaniel HS

Info: Agenda

Socratic Seminar Discussion - Choose Your Session

Session 1: 12:20-1:45 PM or Session 2: 1:50-3:15 PM

12:20-12:30 PM / 1:50-2:00 PM: Welcome & Community Mapping

Find your zone partners and establish Socratic seminar ground rules

12:30-12:40 PM / 2:00-2:10 PM: Setting the Stage

Current assessment landscape: What data do we have? Family perspectives: What information do you need?

12:40-1:25 PM / 2:10-2:55 PM: Socratic Seminar Discussion


Round 1: How can classroom assessments tell a fuller story than test scores?

Round 2: What practical tools help families understand their child's progress?

Round 3: How do we transform behavior data into partnership opportunities?


1:25-1:45 PM / 2:55-3:15 PM: Action Planning & Next Steps

Zone-specific commitments, resource sharing, and alignment with district and school improvement goals

Workshop Structure: The same Community Alignment Workshop content is offered in both time slots, allowing participants to attend different workshop tracks

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