DCPS is committed to providing "all" students with the caliber of education they deserve. The goal of the DCPS Effective Schools Framework is to ensure that every child, in every classroom, has access to a high-quality and engaging standards-based instructional program, and that all school supports are aligned to support teaching and learning. The elements of the DCPS Effective Schools Framework reflect the foundational elements of district reform efforts. The framework has been developed to ensure alignment with the DCPS Five-Year Strategic Plan and related Performance Plans. In the spirit of its commitment to data-driven inquiry and the "Plan, Do, Assess" model, this framework will be continuously evaluated to examine effectiveness and make modifications as needed. The elements of effective schools are: (1) Teaching and Learning; (2) Leadership; (3) Job-Embedded Professional Development; (4) Resources; (5) Safe and Effective Learning Environment; and (6) Family and Community Engagement.