March 24, 2026

Research Highlight: How Districts Scale Instructional Improvement That Lasts

Drawing on data from California Education Partners’ work with multiple districts, Policy Analysis for California Education (PACE) explores the role of district systems—structures and processes—in enabling successful scaling of instructional improvement across the entire district. PACE’s practice brief shares valuable insights into making lasting districtwide improvements and their summary brief for school leaders offers useful and immediately actionable tips for district leaders.