HTSD Design Teams Set Vision for 2025–2026

Teachers Lead the Way Toward Deeper Learning

Today, as part of Hampton Township School District’s Leadership Retreat, over 40 educators, representing all five buildings, came together as members of seven Design Teams to plan for the 2025–2026 school year collaboratively.

These teams, composed of teachers and administrators, are at the heart of Hampton’s efforts to transform learning through the Portrait of a Talbot. Each team established building-level goals that align with Year 2 of the district’s Operational Plan and support our district’s Big Moves, ranging from student portfolios and real-world learning experiences to student voice and choice.

📸 Pictured above: HTSD Design Team members proudly representing their schools during the summer retreat.

This work reflects one of the most important shifts in our strategic plan: bringing teachers into the center of system-level planning. By empowering educators as co-designers, Hampton ensures that the practices we put in place reflect what students truly need, and that the path forward is led by those who know them best.

“The leadership and commitment our teachers bring to this work, especially during the summer, speaks volumes about their dedication to students and one another,” said Dr. Michael Loughead, Superintendent of Schools.

As we look ahead to the new school year, we are energized by the momentum these teams have created and grateful for the deep commitment they’ve shown to designing learning that is personal, purposeful, and aligned to the Portrait of a Talbot.