Here are a few responses from the group using the consultative protocol: On making it a priority: - Start small by focusing on one subject area or grade level at a time. Make incremental progress rather than trying to overhaul everything at once. - Emphasize how clear standards and assessments can benefit teaching and learning rather than seeing it as extra work. Frame it as improving instruction. - Get administrator buy-in and support to help prioritize the work. On school leadership: - Strong, clear communication from leadership on the goals and importance of standards-based grading helps set expectations and priorities. - Consistency between what leadership says is important and how time/resources are allocated is key. Actions