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The Table Census
Turn introductions into three quick numbers that reveal the experience gathered at the table.
3–3 min4+ peopleTable groups
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Facilitator prep · Do not project yet
Set the room up for success.
Materials
- None
Before you begin
- Display a visible timer
- Plan to hear no more than two table reports
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What to say
“Here is the ask. You will work only with your table, the timer will stay visible, and passing is always fine.”
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Facilitator notes · Do not project yet
Keep it comfortable and useful.
Make room for everyone
- Keep participation seated by default.
- Display and read the prompt aloud.
- Allow anyone to pass, write, or contribute through a tablemate.
Watch out for
- Offer ranges so no one has to reveal exact tenure or age-adjacent information.
- Treat every experience level as useful; do not celebrate only the largest total.
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For the group
Here’s what to do.
- 1
Give tables 90 seconds to gather three numbers: combined years in education, campuses represented, and distinct grade levels or role types.
- 2
Let people use a range or pass on any number they prefer not to share.
- 3
Ask tables to check their math and choose one reporter.
- 4
Hear the three numbers from two tables, then move on.
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Prompt 01
How many combined years of education experience are here?
Take a moment to think. Passing or writing instead is always okay.
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Prompt 02
How many campuses or work sites are represented?
Take a moment to think. Passing or writing instead is always okay.
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Prompt 03
How many grade levels or distinct role types are represented?
Take a moment to think. Passing or writing instead is always okay.
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Wrap it up
One last thought.
- What does this table already know collectively?