Anthony Muhammad addresses two vital stages in creating a PLC culture: 1) establishing philosophical agreement and building shared purpose, and 2) addressing staff frustration and reluctance to change. He leads an exploration of theories linking school culture and student learning, and participants leave with practical strategies to transform the culture at their schools and districts. Learning targets include: • Addressing counterproductive belief systems and forming a cohesive team of • student advocates • Analyzing and managing staff frustration • Understanding the balance between support and accountability