The Norris School District Macrocosm distinguishes a learner centric approach to developing agency and leadership at all levels. LEARNER NETWORK is one of the core principles of the macrocosm.  

An interdependent team of professionals form a network to support learner engagement and develop self advocacy. 

A team of interdependent educators with specialized roles are more cost efficient and sustainable. The Learning Network is an intricate and systematic orchestration of people and resources working harmoniously to support students' learning.  At the core of the team is a commitment to building learner agency, efficacy, and socially embedded learners. This steadfast focus requires each member of the learning network to be committed to building positive relationships and gaining a DEEP understanding of each learner, and supporting learning experiences that are relevant to the interests and career needs and aspirations of each learner.  Leadership across the network is shared with each member of the network engaging with learners in different ways from the development of the Learner Profile to the implementation of the Plan and Pathway. The success of the model depends on airtight communication and collaboration between all members of the learner network. With this communication and all members fulfilling their unique role, the learning network is able to work harmoniously to respond to the needs of each and every learner it supports.

Leadership

Engage the network in iterative designs that move the organization to the next best place in realizing its vision and deepening its practice.

Liaison

Communicate and coordinate comprehensive services that support the needs of learners

Learning Liaison

Engagement Liaison

Program Liaison

Employment Liaison

Advocate

Champion for learner engagement and respecting unique needs of learners

Engagement Advocate

Wellness Advocate

Specialist

Lead learning labs and confer with learners to develop plans and pathways across

competency continuums

Academic Specialist

: Leamer Support Specialist

Support Team

Provide specialized functions that support the Districts Operating Structures.

Business Manager

Office Manager

Facilities Manager

Technology Manager

Learning Network

Coach

Actively engage with learers to reduce barriers and provide support for learning momentum.

• Community Coach

Academic Coach

Learner Support Coach

Extended Learning

Practitioner

Volunteer or contracted content experts who share expertise in relevant or community based experiences.

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