A PLC is always focused on student learning.
“Our objective in writing this book is not to help schools raise test scores and avoid sanctions. We should…promote high levels of learning for every child entrusted to us, not because of legislation or fear of sanctions, but because we have a moral and ethical imperative to do so…test scores will take care of themselves if educators commit to ensuring that each student masters essential skills and concepts in every unit of instruction…”
Whatever It Takes, page 27