Our Learning Journey as Educators

Over the last few years, Lake City educators were able to learn from four foundational books by Dr. Robert Marzano to deepen our understanding of Standards-Based Learning and strengthen our classroom practices.

The Design Principles of Proficiency Scales

In this short interview, Dr. Robert Marzano explains how proficiency scales help teachers clearly describe what students are learning and how they can show their progress. He highlights how scales make learning more transparent, reduce confusion, and support meaningful feedback for students and families.

Our Evidence-Based Approach

Resources and research that strengthen our commitment to meaningful learning and clear progress for every student.

“Is Standards-Based Grading Effective?”

A brief, research-backed explanation from one of the field’s leading experts—accessible and reassuring for families.

Read the Research

Getting Started with Standards-Based

An accessible article that explains how standards-based grading works in classrooms and how it supports deeper learning.

Read the Article

CompetencyWorks - Aurora Institute

A national hub for Competency-Based Education (CBE), including definitions, case studies, and implementation guidance.

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