Resources

Every student deserves to learn in a school system designed for their success. But developing strong schools doesn’t happen overnight: it takes time, shared commitment, and the right conditions to support growth at every level. MAEC created the Foundations of Systems Change series to share what we’ve learned from more than three decades of working… Read More »

MAEC’s Foundations of Systems Change series shares what we’ve learned from more than three decades of working with schools and districts across the United States. Drawing from our research, experiences, and partnerships, this series highlights how school communities can create systems where every student has the opportunity to thrive. See also: Building the Conditions for… Read More »

MAEC’s Foundations of Systems Change series shares what we’ve learned from more than three decades of working with schools and districts across the United States. Drawing from our research, experiences, and partnerships, this series highlights how school communities can create systems where every student has the opportunity to thrive. See also: Building the Conditions for… Read More »

MAEC’s Foundations of Systems Change series shares what we’ve learned from more than three decades of working with schools and districts across the United States. Drawing from our research, experiences, and partnerships, this series highlights how school communities can create systems where every student has the opportunity to thrive. See also: Building the Conditions for… Read More »

MAEC’s Foundations of Systems Change series shares what we’ve learned from more than three decades of working with schools and districts across the United States. Drawing from our research, experiences, and partnerships, this series highlights how school communities can create systems where every student has the opportunity to thrive. See also: Breaking Down Barriers to… Read More »

Download: MAEC’s Elements of Family Engagement MAEC is proud to share our definition of family engagement. This milestone was made possible with the support of community members, practitioners, and team leaders from Maine, Pennsylvania, and Maryland, working in collaboration with the MAEC team. These voices came together to shape language that reflects real experiences and… Read More »

On May 6, 2025, MAEC hosted the inaugural Connections virtual event, bringing together over 300 family members and practitioners from 38 states. This conference offered 25 session that explored best practices in family engagement, including strategies for fostering partnerships between schools and communities. In our first spotlight from Connections, we are featuring Ari Gerzon-Kessler’s presentation… Read More »

Does your CI Process center ideas and knowledge from the community, particularly from those most affected by the problem? This document assists practitioners in using MAEC’s CI4E Resource Hub and Guided Pathways, a unique learning tool where individuals and teams examine the role of equity in their continuous improvement practices. 

Every child deserves to feel safe, valued, respected, and empowered at school, regardless of their gender identity or sexual orientation. Creating inclusive school environments where all students feel welcome requires collaboration and action from school administrators, educators, and students. MAEC developed three guides for administrators, educators, and LGBTQIA+ students. This series identifies strategies, action items,… Read More »

Perhaps you’ve just been asked to direct an equity audit for your school, and your head is bursting with questions. What is an equity audit? How do you conduct one? What is the outcome? What resources are available? You’re nervous just thinking about the task. Even if you have already decided to engage in an… Read More »