Adapting Unstoppable Learning. Rebecca Brooks

      Sustainability cycles back to the other key principles of a systems thinking approach, where it is evident that building relationships on communication and deliberate responsiveness to students is vital for establishing consistent growth. Therefore, consistent, equitable structure and support for all learners creates sustainability, which is imperative not only within the four walls of a teacher’s domain but within the school system to which all members belong. Adaptations are unsustainable if teachers implement them on the fly or if not all teachers implement them, especially in schools where students travel from class to class.

      Staff and funding changes can directly impact supports’ systemic sustainability. Through collaboration with staff and administration, educators must determine how to maintain structured supports as systemic changes occur. Creative planning and forethought allow for proactive planning, such as using readily available resources (like peers) and sharing the responsibilities of adaptations amongst staff to maintain lasting support. Sustainability is key to a systems thinking classroom.

       What Adaptations Do I Need to Provide for Specific Students?