The 360° Accountability Council
Students are held accountable by their own council of trusted advisors.
More than a Report Card: A Council
Much like an organization’s Board of Directors, the 360° Accountability Council surrounds the student with a diverse, supportive, and intentional circle of guidance. Each student hand-selects five individuals to serve on their personal council, choosing one representative from each of the following categories:
- Mentor: Their assigned WILDE Mentor Teacher, who knows their goals and growth trajectory
- Family: A parent, guardian, sibling, or extended family member with deep personal insight
- Peer: A classmate, friend, or teammate who sees the student in action daily
- Teacher: An educator who works with them regularly in a learning context
- Inspiration: A coach, community member, elder, or personal hero who represents their values and aspirations
Mentor
Family
Peer
Student
Teacher
Inspiration
Function
How it Works
Students meet with their Accountability Council at key moments throughout the school year, especially at mid-semester check-ins and end-of-semester reflections.
- Each meeting is a two-way conversation.
- The student presents their goals, progress, and challenges, and the council offers support, constructive feedback, and new perspectives.
- Council members are encouraged to ask reflective questions, offer encouragement, and challenge the student to go deeper into their own personal and academic development.
Rationale
Why it Works
Traditional schooling often lacks personal feedback loops, relying solely on marks and comments that students have little control over. The 360° Accountability Council flips that model and asks: "what happens when students lead their own development and invite their community into that process?"
This model is backed by principles from:
- Developmental psychology, which affirms the importance of meaningful relationships in personal growth.
- Portfolio-based assessment and narrative evaluation, which value student voice and story over metrics alone.
- Leadership training, which emphasizes regular self-assessment and feedback from a range of stakeholders.
Restorative practices, which frame accountability as a path toward deeper connection, not punishment.
Benefits of Your Own Council
- Ownership & Self-Direction: Students are responsible for engaging with and reporting to their council, building habits of self-reflection and initiative.
- Accountability Without Shame: Feedback comes from people who care and understand the student, making it easier to accept, internalize, and act upon.
- Multiple Perspectives: Each member sees the student from a different angle, helping create a fuller picture of their progress and potential.
- Confidence & Communication: Regularly presenting to a trusted audience hones students’ ability to articulate their journey, advocate for themselves, and hold themselves to their own standards.
- A Personal Legacy: Over time, students build a history of growth and reflection that goes beyond grades—something deeply personal and meaningful they can carry forward.
