Resources + Tools

Transformation Starts Here

We develop our products and tools through deep and extensive work with high schools and school systems around the country. Check out the full collection—and start rethinking high school in your classroom and community.

XQ Competencies

The XQ Competencies translate the XQ Learner Outcomes into 37 specific, attainable goals for learning.

XQ Design Principles

The six research-backed XQ Design Principles are the essential building blocks of effective high schools.

XQ Learner Outcomes

The five XQ Learner Outcomes express a powerful vision for adolescent learning.

Design Principles Rubric

A powerful rubric that articulates what “rethinking high school” looks like in action.

XQ Math

A project-based high school algebra curriculum to bring equity, authenticity, and engagement to math education.

XQ Math Badging

A pilot to advance a more rigorous and student-centered approach to math.

The First Class

A feature-length documentary following the founding class of Crosstown High in Memphis Tennessee.

Educational Outcomes Audit & Analysis

A detailed data portrait to understand and analyze inequities—and to inform and inspire action.

Youth Voice Toolkit

This resource guides students through driving change within their high school communities.

“When Will I Ever Use This?”

This paper frames challenges and opportunities to improve high school math education for all students.

XQ In A Box

A comprehensive roadmap to high school transformation.

XQ Partnership Suite of Tools

Resources for scaling high school transformation through partnerships.

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