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Collaborative Response:
Three Foundational Components that Transform How we Respond to the Needs of Learners

Take a deep dive into practical strategies, case studies, and resources that showcase the impact of Collaborative Response to respond to the needs of every learner, all in one comprehensive book.

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Adam Murray
"We are seeing huge benefits!"
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Adam Murray
Superintendent
Peace River School Division

Nicole Townsend - Peace River School Division
"Collaborative Response is the missing piece!"
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Nicole Townsend
Principal
Buck Mountain Central School

Lori Knoblauch - Buck Mountain Central School
"Collaborative Response allows us to pool our expertise so none of us have to know everything, but together we can find a solution!"
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Lori Knoblauch
Vice Principal & Inclusive Education Coach
Peace River High School

Kari Huk - Peace River High School
"I feel so supported as a leader!"
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Kari Huk
Principal
Woodbridge Farms Elementary

Julie Chorney - Woodbridge Farms Elementary
"Jigsaw Learning's commitment to our students, families and communities is evident in their professional and caring approach!"
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Julie Chorney
Director of Curriculum and Programs K-6
Lakeland Catholic School Division

Joanna Landry - Lakeland Catholic School Division
"A great framework for school level planning!"
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Joanna Landry
Superintendent of Education Services
Regina Catholic Schools Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada

Shan Jorgenson-Adam - Regina Catholic Schools Regina, Saskatchewan, Canada
"The Collaborative Response process has had a profound impact on how we address the learning needs of not only our students but our administrators and teachers as well!"
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Shan Jorgenson-Adam
Deputy Superintendent
Battle River School Division

Colin Desnoyers - Battle River School Division
"Collaborative Response has transformed our meetings across all layers of our system!"
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Colin Desnoyers
Director of Curriculum
Medicine Hat Catholic Board of Education

Kristien Holtby - Medicine Hat Catholic Board of Education
"Our implementation of Collaborative Response in partnership with Jigsaw Learning, has had a transformative impact which has been remarkable!"
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Kristien Holtby
Director of Educational Services
Wetaskiwin Regional Public Schools

Lori Cooper - Wetaskiwin Regional Public Schools
"Our professional learning has been transformative!"
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Lori Cooper
Education Director
Calgary Board of Education

Mike Flieger - Calgary Board of Education
"The most impactful structure that my schools have implemented!"
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Mike Flieger
Principal
Elm Street School - MHPSD # 76

Leslee Jodry - Elm Street School - MHPSD # 76
"They are dedicated professionals and lifelong learners who always put students at the center of the work!"
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Leslee Jodry
Deputy Superintendent
Northern Gateway Public Schools

Terri Peterson - Northern Gateway Public Schools
"Collaborative Response is the framework that Edmonton Catholic leaders and teachers are engaging in!"
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Terri Peterson
Superintendent, Learning Services
Edmonton Catholic Schools

Jeff Thompson - Edmonton Catholic Schools
"Collaborative Response is the new and improved PLC initiative... the PLC 2.0!"
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Jeff Thompson
Deputy Superintendent
Peace River School Division

Dr. Brandi Kelly - Peace River School Division
"Jigsaw Learning is a transformative partner for educators and school leaders!"
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Dr. Brandi Kelly
Leadership Coach, Author, Speaker, Podcaster, and Consultant
Spark HOPE Edu, LLC

Dr. Rita Marler - Spark HOPE Edu, LLC
"Kurtis and his team at Jigsaw Learning have helped transform how we do our work in our school division"
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Dr. Rita Marler
Superintendent of Schools
Battle River School Division

David Dyck - Battle River School Division
"Collaborative Response provides a well-researched, flexible framework from which to address and support individual student learning needs."
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David Dyck
Education Director
Calgary Board of Education

Raymonde Roulston - Calgary Board of Education
"Collaborative Response has provided a structure to collectively increase our capacity to serve a greater number of students."
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Raymonde Roulston
Director - Early Childhood Education and Learning Support Services
Greater St. Albert Catholic Schools

Nicole Chan - Greater St. Albert Catholic Schools
"Collaborative Response has been a transformational model for all of our teams through grade levels PK-12!"
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Nicole Chan
Director of Curriculum
Regional School Unit 24 Sullivan, Maine, United States of America

Melissa Kerr - Regional School Unit 24 Sullivan, Maine, United States of America
"The best professional learning opportunity a school leader can participate in!"
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Melissa Kerr
Principal
Mundare School - Elk Island Public Schools

Pamela Guilbault - Mundare School - Elk Island Public Schools
"We have seen increased efficacy, confidence, and collaboration at all levels!"
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Pamela Guilbault
Superintendent
Lakeland Catholic School Division

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