Content for this piece comes from the October Folio Spark Session, 'Observation Best Practices.'
Maryvale Preparatory School, an independent Catholic school for girls in Maryland, embarked on a mission to evolve its faculty and staff observation system. Driven by a desire for a more holistic, regular, and supportive approach post-COVID, Dean of Faculty Carmen Sund spearheaded a transformation away from the traditional "got-you" model toward a system centered on coaching, reciprocal conversation, and mutual influence.
This case study outlines Maryvale's successful journey in implementing a comprehensive observation process—integrating both formal and informal methods—using the myFolio platform to foster a community of continuous professional growth.