Esperanza Charter Elementary School has clear criteria for classroom instruction quality that focuses on rigor, relevance, and relationships to achieve results. Teachers are expected to have content standards, objectives, agendas, and learning activities visible. Students should be able to articulate what they are learning and know the criteria for proficient work. Students are engaged in rigorous learning activities like projects that require critical thinking. Instructional strategies are differentiated to engage diverse learning styles and make learning relevant.