This is just one example of the disconnect between what teachers want and the policies often contained in their contracts. As the policy documents that govern the teaching profession—and, by extension, student learning environments—these contracts can serve as a powerful lever for change for teachers and students. But too often, they don’t act as that lever, instead keeping schools stuck in the past while the rest of the world moves forward.

Use THIS RESOURCE to identify what’s typically covered in teacher contracts, and how we can leverage them to transform teaching and learning. Or, click on your school district below to learn about your own contract.