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Do you want to help students truly understand and enjoy math? In this inspiring episode, Dr. Erin Krupa shares her powerful research and practical classroom strategies that have helped boost student math achievement. From project-based challenges to integrating meaningful tech tools like Geometer's Sketchpad, Erin brings the research to life in ways every K–12 teacher can use. She discusses how to spark students' mathematical identity, create engaging tasks, and avoid turning math into a dry, procedural subject. Whether you're a math teacher or school leader, you'll walk away with practical strategies and renewed encouragement. Sponsored by Solution Tree For over 25 years, Solution Tree has helped teachers and leaders improve student learning with research-based professional development. Discover how real schools are seeing big results in reading and math.

What does the science actually say about teaching methods that work? In this episode, Nathaniel Hansford shares how you can become a more effective teacher by applying proven principles from education research. Learn how meta-analysis, spaced practice, retrieval techniques, and data-driven strategies can lead to better learning outcomes in your classroom. Nathaniel also discusses why many PD sessions fall flat—and how we can do better. Whether you're just starting out or refining your craft, this episode is full of actionable insight for educators who want to teach smarter.

Students won't learn if they don't feel seen.

Want to get more organized as a teacher or school leader—without spending a dime? In this episode, productivity expert Dr. Frank Buck shares five free Evernote features educators can use to simplify their digital lives. From emailing notes to powerful web clipping and searchable snapshots, Frank explains how to turn Evernote into your second brain.

Teacher burnout is real — but it doesn't have to end your career. In this motivational Monday episode, Dr. Patrice Buckner Jackson (Dr. PBJ) shares her powerful personal story and real strategies to recognize burnout early, set healthy boundaries, and find your joy in teaching again.

Can grammar really be fun? Yes! In this episode, literacy coach and author Patty McGee shares fresh, playful ways to teach grammar that actually work—and won't leave kids groaning. If you've ever struggled to make grammar stick, you'll love these shame-free, curiosity-fueled strategies that bring joy and purpose back into your language lessons. (And personally I also like that there can be alternatives to diagramming sentences.) Solution Tree

Is passion enough to teach? In this powerful episode, Dr. Jacob Kirksey—Assistant Professor of Education Policy at Texas Tech University—reveals research on the rise of uncertified teachers (56% of new teachers in Texas are uncertified) and the real cost to student learning. Discover why teacher training matters more than ever and how we can fix the broken pipeline in education.

Isabelle Hau, executive director of the Stanford Accelerator for Learning, joins Vicki Davis to explore why the early years gap is our greatest educational inequity. Discover how 90% of brain development happens before age five and why relationships are fundamental to learning. Hau's book "Love to Learn" (the #1 new release on Amazon in Early Childhood Education) reveals why we need more "relational intelligence" in education and less focus on standardized metrics. She explains why young children today play 50% less outdoors than their parents did and how early childhood educators are literally "sculpting brains." A must-listen for anyone passionate about early childhood education! Show notes, bio, and infographic at https://www.coolcatteacher.com/e889 Solution Tree - Show Sponsor For over 25 years, Solution Tree has partnered with schools and districts to deliver research-driven professional development that helps teachers turn their passion into real progress for their students. See the results they've helped schools achieve at SolutionTree.com/10MinuteTeacher. 

In this energizing episode of Aspire to Lead, Chad Dumas, award-winning researcher and author of The Teacher Team Leader Handbook, joins the conversation to break down what it truly means to lead within a professional learning community. Chad shares how teacher team leaders can move beyond the title and embrace a powerful, purpose-driven role that impacts culture, collaboration, and student achievement. Together, we explore the foundational responsibilities of teacher leadership, the essential mindsets that fuel successful teams, and 40 actionable strategies that can help your PLC gain traction and overcome obstacles. If you're just stepping into leadership or looking to refine your practice, this episode is packed with practical tools, fresh perspectives, and encouragement to help you lead with clarity, confidence, and impact. About Chad Dumas: Chad Dumas is a Solution Tree associate and international educational consultant, presenter, and award-winning researcher whose primary focus is collaborating to develop capacity for continuous improvement. With over two decades of successful leadership experience, Chad has led significant improvements for both students and staff. He shares his research and knowledge in his new books, Let's Put the C in PLC and An Action Guide to Put the C in PLC, and consulting that includes research, stories, hands-on tools, useful knowledge, and practical skills. For more information, or to reach Chad, visit www.NextLearningSolutions.com Follow Chad Dumas: Website: www.NextLearningSolutions.com  Twitter: @ChadDumas Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChadDumasNextLearningSolutions  Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chad-dumas-611ba51b5/  https://www.amazon.com/Teacher-Team-Leader-Handbook-Collaboration/dp/1960574981?crid=DLHN62VRQMAA&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.7TodWE798J8l5iQkGh4xxTQfpeBShXo7oehMEt1-O1-EnZB3EN-deOMmKiHIo92NRL45Y4yJe8qp6C3-grNtxqpg0tOfkn13DyMEfq7xfEEXarmoLX7xpZleS9897OQJOaqJ2TvlqFSwdYyx4-bX4v2p_HNXy1mMOkzaJu_WjzJmXLKCAgkm669b5Uz3K8MpSufTVbZFmLKPjFBzWL4-u-AsZB8rMCp8szmuGAhq8fs.OBC-S8nfEoham46UPNZ2KrPa5mAQP8HYUdd39v5i6L4&dib_tag=se&keywords=the+teacher+team+leader+handbook&qid=1744597125&sprefix=the+teacher+team+leader+handboook%2Caps%2C160&sr=8-1&linkCode=ll1&tag=aspirewebsite-20&linkId=a261ba5dee54256ded57a7971b50d4f6&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl — Thriving Educator Free Webinar I want to invite you to a free webinar on Student Mental Health + Behavior! On April 29, I'll be co-hosting this event with Thriving Educator to share...

(Teacher) Team Leadership with Dr. Chad Dumas  Description:If you've been listening to me or following my daily email, you've heard me talk about 5-minute coaching, the series of three questions we can ask teachers to help them become more reflective practitioners. The value leaders provide during the process is I creating space by NOT talking. Today's guest helped me learn how to make 5-minute coaching even more powerful. But that's not all. Today's show is packed with practical tips to help you immediately become a better communicator – without saying a word! Before we get started, I would like to thank Summer Pops Math Workbooks for sponsoring today's show. The team at Summer Pops are educators with a passion for preventing the backwards summer slide in math, and Summer Pops is a unique and engaging approach to summer enrichment. I encourage you to connect with Summer Pops for free workbook samples. Go to summerpopsworkbooks.com to get your free copy and of course, the link is in the show notes. Guest Bio:Dr. Chad Dumas is a Solution Tree PLC at Work, Assessment, and Priority Schools associate and international consultant, presenter, and award-winning researcher. His primary focus is collaborating to develop capacity for continuous improvement. With a quarter century of successful leadership experience, Chad has led significant improvements for both students and staff. He shares his research and knowledge in his three books on PLCs, and his upcoming Teacher Team Leader Handbook, Chad's consulting and training includes research, stories, hands-on tools, useful knowledge, and practical skills. He most recently was the executive director of elementary education in the Ames Community School District, a preschool thru grade 12 district of 5,000 students in central Iowa. Before this he was the director of learning for Hastings Public Schools in south-central Nebraska for nine years. Dr. Dumas' new book, The Teacher Team Leader Handbook has just been released!  Warmup questions:·      We always like to start with a celebration. What are you celebrating today?·       Let's celebrate your new book!·      Is there a story that will help listeners understand why you are doing what you do?·      What's the story behind the book?  Questions/Topics/Prompts·      Who did you write the book for?·      What problem were you trying to solve?·      What should the reader know and be able to do after reading the book? Closing questions:·      What part of your own leadership are you still trying to get better at?·      If listeners could take just one thing away from today's podcast, what would it be?·      Before we go, is there anything else that you'd like to share with our listeners?·      Where can people learn more about you and your work… Sponsorship:I want to thank IXL for sponsoring this podcast… Everyone talks about the power of data-driven instruction. But what does that actually look like? Look no further than IXL, the ultimate online learning and teaching platform for K to 12. IXL gives you meaningful insights that drive real progress, and research can prove it. Studies across 45 states show that schools who use IXL outperform other schools on state tests. Educators who use IXL love that they can easily see how their school is performing in real-time to make better instructional decisions.  And IXL doesn't stop at just data. IXL also brings an entire ecosystem of resources for your teachers, with a complete curriculum, personalized learning plans, and so much more. It's no wonder that IXL is used in 95 of the top 100 school districts. Ready to join them? Visit http://ixl.com/assistant to get started. I hope you got as much out of today's show as I did. If we were together right now, I would pause there to let you reflect… Remember, in addition to the three magic moves (pause, paraphrase, 3rd point) you can get seven sweet strategies by clicking on the “3 and 7” link in the show notes. Close·      Leadership is a journey and thank you for choosing to walk some of this magical path with me.·      You can find links to all sorts of stuff in the show notes, including my website https://www.frederickbuskey.com/·      I love hearing from you so consider email me at frederick@frederickbuskey.com or connecting with me on LinkedIn.·      My book, A School Leader's Guide to Reclaiming Purpose, is now available on Amazon. You can find links to it, as well as free book study materials on my website at https://www.frederickbuskey.com/reclaiming-purpose.html·      Please remember to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast.·      Have a great rest of the week, be present for others and, more importantly, take time to reflect and recover so you can continue to live and lead better.·      Cheers!  Chad's links:Website: www.NextLearningSolutions.com3 and 7: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1liaCOU9bE28ubqPGjdnviozQ0dIa1a3U/viewPurchase the book from Solution Tree: https://www.solutiontree.com/teacher-team-leader-handbook.html?utm_source=ST&utm_campaign=1261110&utm_medium=onlinePurchase the book from Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Teacher-Team-Leader-Handbook-Collaboration/dp/1960574981 Frederick's Links:Email: frederick@frederickbuskey.comWebsite: https://www.frederickbuskey.com/LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/strategicleadershipconsultingDaily Email subscribe: https://adept-experimenter-3588.ck.page/fdf37cbf3aThe Strategic Leader's Guide to Reclaiming Purpose: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CWRS2F6N?ref_=pe_93986420_774957520 

It was a deep honour to engage in a hearty conversation with Angie about her Chapter, Anything is Possible. Angie generously shares the following:- Her career path and progress.- Pivotal moments that got her thinking about teaching reading.- 2 books that made a significant impact in her learning, application, and progress.- Mentors and lessons she has learned in her time as a teacher, instructional coach, principal, superintendent, and consultant.- The book authored by Angie Hanlin and Pati Montgomery, It's Possible.An enormous thanks to Angie for spending the time, energy, and effort in sharing this Chapter. A mighty thanks to everyone that will listen to and share this conversation. Angie can be contacted on:Angela Hanlin & Associates is www.angelahanlin.comX (twitter) account is: @AngieHanlinFacebook : Angie HanlinBusiness email: ahanlin@angelahanlin.comThe book she co-authored with Pati Montgomery is called, It's Possible! and it is available at Solution Tree and sold on Amazon.

The Game Changers podcast celebrates those true pioneers in education who are building schools for tomorrow. In episode 195 (Part 3) of Game Changers, Phil Cummins joins in conversation with Homa Sabet Tavangar Born in Iran, raised in the U.S., and having lived in South America and Africa, Homa Sabet Tavangar's life and work have led her on a journey exploring the roots of purpose, innovation and belonging. Homa connects timely topics with the timeless desire to work with intention and make a difference — whatever one's circumstances. As co-founder of BigQuestions.Institute and OnenessLab.com, she partners with thought leaders dedicated to re-imagining learning and work while centering equity, inquiry and innovation. Homa's innovative approach has led schools and companies from crisis to global citizenship and competence in ways that create belonging across perspectives. Her approach fosters empathy, collaboration, diversity, inclusion, leadership, futures thinking, and creative problem-solving in complex, multicultural settings, — and re-imagines academic institutions and workplaces for the 21st Century. Homa is the author of widely-acclaimed books, including Growing Up Global: Raising Children to Be At Home in the World (Random House, 2009), Global Kids: 50+ Games, Crafts, Recipes & More from Around the World (Barefoot Books, 2019), The Global Education Toolkit for Elementary Learners (Sage/Corwin, 2014), co-author of a 3-book series with Professor Yong Zhao on educating creative, entrepreneurial World Class Learners (Corwin, 2016), and contributor to Mastering Global Literacy, by Heidi Hayes-Jacobs, ed. (Solution Tree, 2013). Most recently she co-authored 9 BIG Questions Schools Must Answer to Avoid Going “Back to Normal” (*Because “Normal” Wasn't That Great to Begin With). Her work has been hailed by international education and business leaders and media — from Dr. Jane Goodall to the BBC, NPR, NBC, ABC, Washington Post.com, Chicago Tribune and Sun-Times, Boston Globe, PBS, Scholastic, Parents Magazine, Rodale, and many more. Growing Up Global has been a best-seller in Parenting, Education, and Globalization categories, and introduced the possibilities of raising and educating global citizens to a wide audience. Her article on Empathy was Edutopia's most shared piece for four continuous years. Global Kids is the winner of the 2021 Tilliwig Best Children's Products award. Homa translates culture, diversity, innovation and globalization trends and breakthroughs into academic and social-emotional learning in ways that empower CEOs, teachers, parents and learners from Kindergarten to graduate students thrive in a global context — and have fun along the way. She advises entertainment pioneers Disney Channel and Empatico.org on cultural bias, and NBC's Sprout TV on script development and cultural elements in the ambitious, young children's animated series “Nina's World,” based in part on Growing Up Global, and starring Rita Moreno and Mandy Patinkin. The Game Changers podcast is produced by Evan Phillips supported by a School for tomorrow (aschoolfortomorrow.com), and powered by CIRCLE. The podcast is hosted on SoundCloud and distributed through Spotify, Google Podcasts, and Apple Podcasts. Please subscribe and tell your friends you like what you are hearing. You can contact us at gamechangers@circle.education, on Twitter and Instagram via @GameChangersPC, and you can also connect with Phil and Adriano via LinkedIn and Twitter. Let's go!

The Game Changers podcast celebrates those true pioneers in education who are building schools for tomorrow. In episode 195 (Part 2) of Game Changers, Phil Cummins joins in conversation with Homa Sabet Tavangar Born in Iran, raised in the U.S., and having lived in South America and Africa, Homa Sabet Tavangar's life and work have led her on a journey exploring the roots of purpose, innovation and belonging. Homa connects timely topics with the timeless desire to work with intention and make a difference — whatever one's circumstances. As co-founder of BigQuestions.Institute and OnenessLab.com, she partners with thought leaders dedicated to re-imagining learning and work while centering equity, inquiry and innovation. Homa's innovative approach has led schools and companies from crisis to global citizenship and competence in ways that create belonging across perspectives. Her approach fosters empathy, collaboration, diversity, inclusion, leadership, futures thinking, and creative problem-solving in complex, multicultural settings, — and re-imagines academic institutions and workplaces for the 21st Century. Homa is the author of widely-acclaimed books, including Growing Up Global: Raising Children to Be At Home in the World (Random House, 2009), Global Kids: 50+ Games, Crafts, Recipes & More from Around the World (Barefoot Books, 2019), The Global Education Toolkit for Elementary Learners (Sage/Corwin, 2014), co-author of a 3-book series with Professor Yong Zhao on educating creative, entrepreneurial World Class Learners (Corwin, 2016), and contributor to Mastering Global Literacy, by Heidi Hayes-Jacobs, ed. (Solution Tree, 2013). Most recently she co-authored 9 BIG Questions Schools Must Answer to Avoid Going “Back to Normal” (*Because “Normal” Wasn't That Great to Begin With). Her work has been hailed by international education and business leaders and media — from Dr. Jane Goodall to the BBC, NPR, NBC, ABC, Washington Post.com, Chicago Tribune and Sun-Times, Boston Globe, PBS, Scholastic, Parents Magazine, Rodale, and many more. Growing Up Global has been a best-seller in Parenting, Education, and Globalization categories, and introduced the possibilities of raising and educating global citizens to a wide audience. Her article on Empathy was Edutopia's most shared piece for four continuous years. Global Kids is the winner of the 2021 Tilliwig Best Children's Products award. Homa translates culture, diversity, innovation and globalization trends and breakthroughs into academic and social-emotional learning in ways that empower CEOs, teachers, parents and learners from Kindergarten to graduate students thrive in a global context — and have fun along the way. She advises entertainment pioneers Disney Channel and Empatico.org on cultural bias, and NBC's Sprout TV on script development and cultural elements in the ambitious, young children's animated series “Nina's World,” based in part on Growing Up Global, and starring Rita Moreno and Mandy Patinkin. The Game Changers podcast is produced by Evan Phillips supported by a School for tomorrow (aschoolfortomorrow.com), and powered by CIRCLE. The podcast is hosted on SoundCloud and distributed through Spotify, Google Podcasts, and Apple Podcasts. Please subscribe and tell your friends you like what you are hearing. You can contact us at gamechangers@circle.education, on Twitter and Instagram via @GameChangersPC, and you can also connect with Phil and Adriano via LinkedIn and Twitter. Let's go!

The Game Changers podcast celebrates those true pioneers in education who are building schools for tomorrow. In episode 195 (Part 1) of Game Changers, Phil Cummins joins in conversation with Homa Sabet Tavangar Born in Iran, raised in the U.S., and having lived in South America and Africa, Homa Sabet Tavangar's life and work have led her on a journey exploring the roots of purpose, innovation and belonging. Homa connects timely topics with the timeless desire to work with intention and make a difference — whatever one's circumstances. As co-founder of BigQuestions.Institute and OnenessLab.com, she partners with thought leaders dedicated to re-imagining learning and work while centering equity, inquiry and innovation. Homa's innovative approach has led schools and companies from crisis to global citizenship and competence in ways that create belonging across perspectives. Her approach fosters empathy, collaboration, diversity, inclusion, leadership, futures thinking, and creative problem-solving in complex, multicultural settings, — and re-imagines academic institutions and workplaces for the 21st Century. Homa is the author of widely-acclaimed books, including Growing Up Global: Raising Children to Be At Home in the World (Random House, 2009), Global Kids: 50+ Games, Crafts, Recipes & More from Around the World (Barefoot Books, 2019), The Global Education Toolkit for Elementary Learners (Sage/Corwin, 2014), co-author of a 3-book series with Professor Yong Zhao on educating creative, entrepreneurial World Class Learners (Corwin, 2016), and contributor to Mastering Global Literacy, by Heidi Hayes-Jacobs, ed. (Solution Tree, 2013). Most recently she co-authored 9 BIG Questions Schools Must Answer to Avoid Going “Back to Normal” (*Because “Normal” Wasn't That Great to Begin With). Her work has been hailed by international education and business leaders and media — from Dr. Jane Goodall to the BBC, NPR, NBC, ABC, Washington Post.com, Chicago Tribune and Sun-Times, Boston Globe, PBS, Scholastic, Parents Magazine, Rodale, and many more. Growing Up Global has been a best-seller in Parenting, Education, and Globalization categories, and introduced the possibilities of raising and educating global citizens to a wide audience. Her article on Empathy was Edutopia's most shared piece for four continuous years. Global Kids is the winner of the 2021 Tilliwig Best Children's Products award. Homa translates culture, diversity, innovation and globalization trends and breakthroughs into academic and social-emotional learning in ways that empower CEOs, teachers, parents and learners from Kindergarten to graduate students thrive in a global context — and have fun along the way. She advises entertainment pioneers Disney Channel and Empatico.org on cultural bias, and NBC's Sprout TV on script development and cultural elements in the ambitious, young children's animated series “Nina's World,” based in part on Growing Up Global, and starring Rita Moreno and Mandy Patinkin. The Game Changers podcast is produced by Evan Phillips supported by a School for tomorrow (aschoolfortomorrow.com), and powered by CIRCLE. The podcast is hosted on SoundCloud and distributed through Spotify, Google Podcasts, and Apple Podcasts. Please subscribe and tell your friends you like what you are hearing. You can contact us at gamechangers@circle.education, on Twitter and Instagram via @GameChangersPC, and you can also connect with Phil and Adriano via LinkedIn and Twitter. Let's go!

What does it truly mean to emerge as a middle leader? In this episode of Aspire to Lead, Gavin Grift, author of Emerge: Overcoming Common Challenges Associated with Middle Leadership, joins us to reimagine leadership in today's educational landscape. We explore the profound concept that "Clarity Precedes Competence," reframing hardships as stepping stones to growth, and the role self-awareness plays in transformative leadership. Gavin unpacks how busyness has become the modern-day "I'm fine" and reveals how leaders can reclaim their time for what truly matters. Dive into Gavin's fascinating Leadership Archetypes—the Pleaser, Ostrich, Imposter, Dynamo, and the Judge & Juror—and learn practical ways to recognize and grow beyond these tendencies. Whether you're navigating the complexities of middle leadership or looking to refine your approach, this episode delivers a fresh perspective and powerful strategies to help you emerge stronger and more focused than ever. Don't miss this engaging conversation with one of education's most inspiring voices! About Gavin Grift: Gavin Grift's career in education began in 1992 as a primary school teacher, where he spent 15 years fostering student agency and empowering students to take ownership of their learning. His innovative practices and dedication to improving teaching led him to roles beyond the classroom, including serving as a cluster educator, where he supported eight schools in developing instructional strategies to enhance student outcomes. This pivotal role marked Gavin's transition from classroom teaching to educational leadership, focusing on systemic improvements in teaching and learning. In 2007, Gavin co-authored Assessing the Whole Child with Jane Satchwell, emphasizing student-led portfolios and conferences to empower students in their assessment processes. The book's success sparked invitations to present their work nationally, leading to partnerships with Hawker Brownlow Education to expand their reach. Around this time, Gavin's interest in cognitive development deepened after attending a Cognitive Coaching seminar with Thinking Collaborative. This experience shaped his approach to education and leadership, ultimately prompting him to transition into full-time consultancy, working with schools to strengthen teaching practices. Gavin's career reached new heights as he became Executive Director of a professional development venture created by Hawker Brownlow Education and Solution Tree. Under the mentorship of Richard and Rebecca DuFour, Gavin helped schools across Australia implement Professional Learning Communities, fostering collaboration and transforming teaching practices. During this period, he co-authored Teachers as Architects of Learning and deepened his international influence as a Cognitive Coaching training associate, supporting educators globally in reflective practices and leadership development. His widely praised books, including Emerge, Transformative Collaboration,

In this episode, Kevin Stoller chats with Dr. Aspasia Angelou, a superintendent in Arizona. She highlights her role as a superintendent and the various initiatives she is leading in her school district. Dr. Angelou shares her background, growing up with Greek immigrant parents, and discusses how her early experiences shaped her drive to pursue education. She talks about her journey navigating educational challenges with limited family support. She also elaborates on the unique challenges of leading a unified school district without a high school and the legislative and logistical hurdles she faced in Arizona. She explains how she tackled these issues, including passing bonds for school funding and creating new high school facilities. Dr. Angelou discusses her approach to integrating innovative programs in her district, such as coding for young students, diverse extracurriculars like archery and agriculture, and designing a new high school from scratch with community input. Takeaways: There is always a way if you are determined enough. It's important to find a balance between honoring tradition and looking for innovation. It is critical for kids to understand technology, but it is also important that they have social experiences and play-based learning early.   About Dr. Angelou: Dr. Aspasia Angelou is the daughter of immigrant parents and a native of Seattle, Washington, where she graduated from the University of Washington. She moved to Texas as an educator and teacher trainer in advanced placement, and then to Oklahoma as a school administrator for 8 years. Dr. Angelou served the students, teachers, and community of Tulsa Public Schools as director of high school design in 2019, leading 4 schools through a redesign project. She is passionate about creating equitable learning environments, opportunities, and outcomes for all students. Her entire career has been committed to serving in Title I urban schools. She was named Oklahoma High School Principal of the Year in 2017 for the academic gains made by her students during her tenure in Oklahoma City. Despite challenges, they made great gains are recognized as a Model Professional Learning Community School by Solution Tree.   Connect with Dr. Angelou: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-aspasia-angelou-25667099/ X: https://x.com/aspasiaangelou   Nadaburg USD #81: Website: https://www.nadaburgsd.org/leadership       Episode 215 of the Better Learning Podcast Kevin Stoller is the host of the Better Learning Podcast and Co-Founder of Kay-Twelve, a national leader for educational furniture. Learn more about creating better learning environments at www.Kay-Twelve.com.     For more information on our partners: Association for Learning Environments (A4LE) - https://www.a4le.org/ Education Leaders' Organization - https://www.ed-leaders.org/ Second Class Foundation - https://secondclassfoundation.org/ EDmarket - https://www.edmarket.org/ Catapult @ Penn GSE - https://catapult.gse.upenn.edu/ Want to be a Guest Speaker? Request on our website

In deze aflevering staat de Opportunity Solution Tree centraal: hét framework om kansen te ontdekken en te vertalen naar waardevolle experimenten. Paul deelt zijn inzichten over hoe je discovery en psychologie combineert om van output-focused naar outcome-driven werken te komen. Hoe bereid je het framework voor? Wanneer zet je het in? En hoe zorg je voor een gestructureerde aanpak? Met praktische voorbeelden en tips biedt Paul inspiratie om experimenteren naar een hoger niveau te tillen en meer waarde te creëren met je team. In deze aflevering hebben we het over: Opportunity Solution Tree, experimenteren, discovery, outcome-driven, kansen ontdekken, waardevolle experimenten, gestructureerde aanpak, psychologie, productontwikkeling. Over deze podcast: In de Product Owner podcast spreken we elke week met een interessante gast uit de wereld van product management en gaan we in op echte ervaringen, lessen en tactieken van product owners, ondernemers en specialisten. De Product Owner podcast is een initiatief van Productowner.nl

Today Dr. Jason Andrews of Solution Tree joins me to discuss how to use PLCs to support culture and change. During the episode, we talk about some challenges facing schools right now and how they affect our PLCs. Dr. Andrews shares how professional learning communities can foster a collaborative environment and support teachers, especially new ones. He explains how to use PLCs to build a thriving culture focused on core beliefs, behaviors, and mutual accountability. We explore some ways school leaders use their PLCs that may be harmful to change. Plus, get ideas for onboarding new teachers and maintaining the integrity of the PLC process. Listen now to this episode about how to use PLCs to support culture and change! -Chrissy Beltran   Buzzing with Ms. B Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/buzzingwithmsb/   Buzzing with Ms. B TpT - https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Chrissy-Beltran-Buzzing-With-Ms-B   SEL Tools for Instructional Coaches & Admin to Use with Teachers - https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Product/SEL-Tools-for-Instructional-Coaches-Admin-to-use-with-teachers-7397255?st=402a5958c76f54127db4c1b9e8cca089   Free Five-Day Challenge: Coaching Resistant Teachers - https://buzzingwithmsb.com/resistance   Instructional Coaching with Ms. B Show Notes - https://buzzingwithmsb.com/Episode207   Thank you for listening to Buzzing with Ms. B: The Coaching Podcast. If you love the show, share it with a coach who would love it too, subscribe to this podcast, or leave me a review on iTunes! It's free and it helps others find this show, too. Happy coaching! Podcast produced by Fernie Ceniceros

This edWeb podcast is sponsored by Solution Tree.The webinar recording can be accessed here.If you're a new teacher (or about to be), or you support new teachers, then this edWeb podcast is for you! Join acclaimed educators Tom Hierck and Alex Kajitani for an engaging and insightful look at exactly how you can set yourself up for success this school year and avoid some of the biggest mistakes new teachers make—all while caring for yourself. Regardless of how you have arrived at this teaching job, you leave with real tools and strategies that you can implement immediately to be a highly effective teacher who loves what they do.Listen to this session to learn how to:Set up your classroom for maximum successBuild powerful relationships with your students and colleaguesManage your classroom with confidenceStop behavior issues before they arise and know how to respond when they doThis edWeb podcast is of interest to PreK-12 teachers.Access the rest of this edWebinar series:Thriving as a New or Guest Teacher Part 2: Setting Up for a Successful YearThriving as a New or Guest Teacher Part 3: Supporting Beginning TeachersSolution TreeProviding research-based, results-driven services that improve learning outcomes for students.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Learn more about viewing live edWeb presentations and on-demand recordings, earning CE certificates, and using accessibility features.

In this compelling episode of Aspire to Lead, we delve into the creative process and inspiration behind the influential book "Simplifying the Journey." Discover the story behind why Bob felt it was essential to share his insights on educational leadership and we break down the six pivotal action steps outlined in the book, offering clear guidance for those seeking to navigate their leadership roles with confidence and purpose. We also explore the defining qualities that contribute to the success of effective teams, schools, and district leadership, highlighting the importance of fostering a positive and collaborative environment. Additionally, we dive into the concept of intellectual humility—an often overlooked but critical trait for leaders seeking to encourage growth and adaptability within their organizations. This episode provides a unique look into the principles and practices that can transform leadership from good to great, offering fresh perspectives and practical advice for those looking to make a meaningful impact in their educational communities. About Bob Sonju:  Bob Sonju is an award-winning educational leader, author, and speaker who is nationally recognized for his energetic commitment to coaching teacher teams and educational leaders in simple, doable processes and systems that create the conditions for lasting success. Bob has led two separate schools to National Model PLC at Work® status, and one of his schools also received the prestigious National Breakthrough School Award from the National Association of Secondary School Principals. As a district leader, Bob led the implementation of the professional learning communities (PLC) process in a district composed of over 50 schools. He is committed to making the work of collaborative teams and school leaders both simple and doable, as evidenced in his book, Simplifying the Journey. Bob was named Principal of the Year by the Utah Association of Secondary School Principals and was selected as one of three finalists for National Principal of the Year by the National Association of Secondary School Principals. He's been published in various Solution Tree titles, including It's About Time, Best Practices at Tier 2, and Help Your Team. His work has also been featured in the magazine Principal Leadership. Bob earned a bachelor's degree, a master's degree, and an endorsement in school leadership from Southern Utah University. Follow Bob Sonju: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bob_sonju/  Solution Tree: https://www.solutiontree.com/bob-sonju.html  https://www.amazon.com/Simplifying-Journey-Schoolwide-Collaboration-Consistency/dp/195859007X?crid=HNIBZZBKDVNX&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.eKQeVWWeC10gZYrTkYmUTSVFxLp5PbkqYsXdZzr7iApasdTbgi4LC9Aw7ntaZGnxzYa7nfGfXd9MkzqNJNvrmq3Pew1T4laTHxuvQskEqvk.MmGWPZO7BEokjy211xW6z7HnSZNGorQf_CqvIF8CDOU&dib_tag=se&keywords=bob+sonju+book&qid=1722199524&sprefix=bob+sonju+bo%2Caps%2C193&sr=8-1&linkCode=ll1&tag=aspirewebsite-20&linkId=ebf4f4ebf53ce5aefc6bf8ba1eadf887&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl —  Magic Mind If you are a long time listener, an ASPIRE Leader, You know I only work

Show Title: Authentic Parent Partnerships with Ari Gerzon-Kessler Power Quote:  Description:Imagine that we have some time scheduled to meet together. What would you want to talk about? And how would I know what you wanted to talk about? You would either have had to tell me, or I would have had to ask. And if neither of those things happened before the meeting, we might both be a bit disappointed after the meeting. Now think about the classic parent-teacher conference:·      Do all families want to know the same thing?·      How do teachers know what families want to know?·      If we get it right, what are the implication?·      If we get it wrong, what are the implications? We talk about presence a lot on this show, and today, we are focusing our presence on families. Guest Bio:Ari Gerzon-Kessler is author of On The Same Team: Bringing Educators & Underrepresented Families Together, which won the Independent Publishers Book Awards 2024 IPPY Gold Medal for outstanding education book. He is a speaker, trainer, and coach working with schools and districts committed to forging stronger school-family partnerships. Ari also leads the Family Partnerships department for the Boulder Valley School District (CO). Ari has been an educator since 2000, having served as a principal and bilingual teacher. His leadership efforts to strengthen partnerships with underrepresented families and dismantle unjust practices was featured in Education Week in 2015. Ari regularly presents at national and international conferences on Families and Educators Together (FET) teams and other innovative family partnership best practices. He received his bachelor's in African American Studies from Wesleyan University and a master's in instruction and curriculum from the University of Colorado.  Warmup questions:·      We always like to start with a celebration. What are you celebrating today?·      Is there a story that will help listeners understand why you are doing what you do?  Questions/Topics/Prompts Big picture paradigm shift of what family partnerships actually meanSystems requirements for making the shift (FET)“The” first step an AP can make in this direction - could be internal or external, but I like for people to have one or two things they can take away from the episode and apply immediately. Closing questions:·      What part of your own leadership are you still trying to get better at?·      If listeners could take just one thing away from today's podcast, what would it be?·      Before we go, is there anything else that you'd like to share with our listeners?·      Where can people learn more about you and your work… Close·      Leadership is a journey and thank you for choosing to walk some of this magical path with me.·      You can find links to all sorts of stuff in the show notes, including my website https://www.frederickbuskey.com/·      I love hearing from you so consider email me at frederick@frederickbuskey.com or connecting with me on LinkedIn.·      My new book, A School Leader's Guide to Reclaiming Purpose, is now available on Amazon. You can find links to it, as well as free book study materials on my website at https://www.frederickbuskey.com/reclaiming-purpose.html·      Please remember to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast.·      Have a great rest of the week, be present for others and, more importantly, take time to reflect and recover so you can continue to live and lead better.·      Cheers! Thanks again to our show's sponsor, IXL: http://ixl.com/assitant Ari's links:Website: https://www.mediatorsfoundation.org/current-projects/families-and-educators-together-projectLinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/arigerzon-kessler Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ari.gerzonkessler/ Book link and free reproducibles: https://www.solutiontree.com/on-the-same-team.html Solution Tree link for professional development requests: https://www.solutiontree.com/ariAri's Edutopia article: https://www.edutopia.org/article/positive-family-communication-schools ***School-family partnership resource: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1RtdfOGJkHBR6mQj9ak-PKIf6gbfQQtFS_eUZrvOZcZ4/edit?pli=1  Frederick's Links:Email: frederick@frederickbuskey.comWebsite: https://www.frederickbuskey.com/LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/strategicleadershipconsultingDaily Email subscribe: https://adept-experimenter-3588.ck.page/fdf37cbf3aThe Strategic Leader's Guide to Reclaiming Purpose: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CWRS2F6N?ref_=pe_93986420_774957520 

On today's show, a recent report examines professional development from a big vendor with the Arkansas Department of Education— What did they find? Also, an Arkansas author details the expansive legacy of John Quincy Adams. Plus, doubling up at farmer's markets.

On today's show, we hear from the CEO of a company that has been providing professional development services to the state of Arkansas for the last 7 years and withdrew its proposal to continue those services. Also, a journey from rural Arkansas to Hollywood. Plus, celebrating Juneteenth.

Get the book, Inquiring Minds Want To Learn: Posing Good Questions To Promote Student Inquiry Visit Erik's Website, MaverikEducation.com Follow Erik on X @maverikedu12 About The Author Erik Francis an international author and presenter with over 25 years of experience working in education as a classroom teacher, a site administrator, an education program specialist with a state education agency, and a trainer who produces and provides professional development for teachers and school leaders. He is the author of 3 books including Deconstructing Depth of Knowledge: A Method and Model for Deeper Teaching and Learning and Inquiring Minds Want To Learn: Posing Good Questions To Promote Student Inquiry published by Solution Tree and Now THAT'S a Good Question! How to Promote Cognitive Rigor Through Classroom Questioning published by ASCD.      This episode of Principal Center Radio is sponsored by IXL, the most widely used online learning and teaching platform for K-12. Discover the power of data-driven instruction in your school with IXL—it gives you everything you need to maximize learning, from a comprehensive curriculum to meaningful school-wide data. Visit IXL.com/center to lead your school towards data-driven excellence today.   

Stories in this week's edition:Education vendor Solution Tree abandons ship on hefty state contracthttps://arktimes.com/arkansas-blog/2024/06/03/education-vendor-solution-tree-abandons-ship-on-hefty-state-contractGovernment sues ExxonMobil 11 years after Mayflower oil spillhttps://arktimes.com/arkansas-blog/2024/05/31/government-sues-exxonmobil-11-years-after-mayflower-oil-spillUPDATE: Proposed $1.8 million settlement filed over Exxon's 2013 Mayflower oil spillhttps://arktimes.com/arkansas-blog/2024/06/03/proposed-1-8-million-settlement-filed-over-exxons-2013-mayflower-oil-spillVoter registration groups sue over Arkansas's abrupt rejection of e-signatures on formshttps://arktimes.com/arkansas-blog/2024/06/06/voter-registration-groups-sue-over-arkansass-abrupt-rejection-of-e-signatures-on-formsBig if true: Pro-lifers claim no abortions in Arkansas in 2023https://arktimes.com/arkansas-blog/2024/06/04/big-if-true-pro-lifers-claim-no-abortions-in-arkansas-in-2023One mother's suffering under the Arkansas abortion banhttps://arktimes.com/arkansas-blog/2024/06/05/one-mothers-suffering-under-the-arkansas-abortion-banU.S. Supreme Court revives Arkansas gerrymandering case, but plaintiffs face long oddshttps://arktimes.com/arkansas-blog/2024/06/03/u-s-supreme-court-revives-arkansas-gerrymandering-case-but-plaintiffs-face-long-oddsWe welcome your feedback. Write us at podcasts@arktimes.com.If you like the show, tell your friends and leave a review wherever you get your podcasts.

Stories discussed in this week's episode:Little Rock police say governor told them to block canvassers from public propertyhttps://arktimes.com/arkansas-blog/2024/05/30/little-rock-police-say-governor-told-them-to-block-canvassers-from-public-propertyArkansas education secretary withdraws Solution Tree contract after legislative oppositionhttps://arktimes.com/arkansas-blog/2024/05/31/arkansas-education-secretary-withdraws-solution-tree-contract-after-legislative-oppositionSolution Tree may not be improving Arkansas schools, but it is raking in the cashhttps://arktimes.com/arkansas-blog/2024/05/29/solution-tree-may-not-be-improving-arkansas-schools-but-it-is-raking-in-the-cashEndorsements:Bens Appliances and Junkhttps://www.youtube.com/@bensappliancesandjunkThe ‘Voushttps://www.riverdale10.com/movie/The%5FVousWe welcome your feedback. Write us at  podcasts@arktimes.comIf you like the show, tell your friends and leave a review wherever you get your podcasts.

Hello everyone! In this episode of Teach Me, Teacher, host Jacob Chastain sits down with the brilliant Elliot Seif, author of the groundbreaking book Teaching for Lifelong Learning: How to Prepare Students for a Changing World. Join Jacob and Elliot as they delve into the essential strategies for fostering curiosity, independence, and a growth mindset in students. Elliot shares insights from his book, offering practical methods to enhance instruction, assessment, and curriculum design. Discover the transformative power of a four-phase instructional framework, and learn how diagnostic, formative, and summative assessments work together to cultivate lifelong learners. Elliot unpacks the importance of selecting or crafting curricula that prioritize adaptability and critical thinking, equipping students to navigate the complexities of our ever-changing world. From elementary to high school classrooms, this episode is packed with real-world examples and actionable advice to inspire educators at every level. Tune in and learn how to empower your students not just for academic success, but for a lifetime of meaningful learning and growth.     The pressure on school leaders to effectively navigate change, implement new programs, and keep teachers motivated can be intense. Solution Tree has the tools you need to rise to any challenge. Our curated library of resources features new titles like The Emerging Teacher Leader, a guide to equip new leaders, Groups at Work to foster productive teamwork, and Implement with IMPACT to ensure initiatives hit the mark. Titles like Grading Reform That Lasts and Competency-Based Education Ignited offer methods to address critical school issues while Navigating the Unexpected provides essential strategies for facing unforeseen challenges. Be sure to stream Passion and Persistence, a motivational video designed to inspire a collaborative team environment in your school or district. Elevate your leadership skills and discover how these powerful resources can help you lead with confidence at SolutionTree.com/LeadershipResources

Hello everyone! In this episode of Teach Me, Teacher, host Jacob Chastain sits down with the brilliant Elliot Seif, author of the groundbreaking book Teaching for Lifelong Learning: How to Prepare Students for a Changing World. Join Jacob and Elliot as they delve into the essential strategies for fostering curiosity, independence, and a growth mindset in students. Elliot shares insights from his book, offering practical methods to enhance instruction, assessment, and curriculum design. Discover the transformative power of a four-phase instructional framework, and learn how diagnostic, formative, and summative assessments work together to cultivate lifelong learners. Elliot unpacks the importance of selecting or crafting curricula that prioritize adaptability and critical thinking, equipping students to navigate the complexities of our ever-changing world. From elementary to high school classrooms, this episode is packed with real-world examples and actionable advice to inspire educators at every level. Tune in and learn how to empower your students not just for academic success, but for a lifetime of meaningful learning and growth.     The pressure on school leaders to effectively navigate change, implement new programs, and keep teachers motivated can be intense. Solution Tree has the tools you need to rise to any challenge. Our curated library of resources features new titles like The Emerging Teacher Leader, a guide to equip new leaders, Groups at Work to foster productive teamwork, and Implement with IMPACT to ensure initiatives hit the mark. Titles like Grading Reform That Lasts and Competency-Based Education Ignited offer methods to address critical school issues while Navigating the Unexpected provides essential strategies for facing unforeseen challenges. Be sure to stream Passion and Persistence, a motivational video designed to inspire a collaborative team environment in your school or district. Elevate your leadership skills and discover how these powerful resources can help you lead with confidence at SolutionTree.com/LeadershipResources  

Hello everyone! Join us in this episode of Teach Me, Teacher as we delve into the core principles of professional learning communities (PLCs) with insights from the book “Simplifying the Journey: Six Steps to Schoolwide Collaboration, Consistency, and Clarity in a PLC at Work” by authors Bob Sonju, Maren Powers, and Sheline Miller. If you missed part one, you can catch it here.  Together, we explore the essential roles within PLCs, the transformative power of data-driven decision-making, and the indispensable nature of collaboration in fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Whether you're a seasoned educator or just beginning your journey, this episode offers invaluable guidance for building a collaborative community dedicated to student success. Tune in to discover practical strategies for streamlining your school's journey towards collaboration, consistency, and clarity.     The pressure on school leaders to effectively navigate change, implement new programs, and keep teachers motivated can be intense. Solution Tree has the tools you need to rise to any challenge. Our curated library of resources features new titles like The Emerging Teacher Leader, a guide to equip new leaders, Groups at Work to foster productive teamwork, and Implement with IMPACT to ensure initiatives hit the mark. Titles like Grading Reform That Lasts and Competency-Based Education Ignited offer methods to address critical school issues while Navigating the Unexpected provides essential strategies for facing unforeseen challenges. Be sure to stream Passion and Persistence, a motivational video designed to inspire a collaborative team environment in your school or district. Elevate your leadership skills and discover how these powerful resources can help you lead with confidence at SolutionTree.com/LeadershipResources

Hello everyone! Join us in this episode of Teach Me, Teacher as we delve into the core principles of professional learning communities (PLCs) with insights from the book "Simplifying the Journey: Six Steps to Schoolwide Collaboration, Consistency, and Clarity in a PLC at Work" by authors Bob Sonju, Maren Powers, and Sheline Miller. Together, we explore the essential roles within PLCs, the transformative power of data-driven decision-making, and the indispensable nature of collaboration in fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Whether you're a seasoned educator or just beginning your journey, this episode offers invaluable guidance for building a collaborative community dedicated to student success. Tune in to discover practical strategies for streamlining your school's journey towards collaboration, consistency, and clarity.   The pressure on school leaders to effectively navigate change, implement new programs, and keep teachers motivated can be intense. Solution Tree has the tools you need to rise to any challenge. Our curated library of resources features new titles like The Emerging Teacher Leader, a guide to equip new leaders, Groups at Work to foster productive teamwork, and Implement with IMPACT to ensure initiatives hit the mark. Titles like Grading Reform That Lasts and Competency-Based Education Ignited offer methods to address critical school issues while Navigating the Unexpected provides essential strategies for facing unforeseen challenges. Be sure to stream Passion and Persistence, a motivational video designed to inspire a collaborative team environment in your school or district. Elevate your leadership skills and discover how these powerful resources can help you lead with confidence at SolutionTree.com/LeadershipResources

Hello everyone! Tune in to Teach Me, Teacher for a deep dive into strategies from Triage Your School on preventing teacher burnout. If you miss part 1, click here.  Author Christopher Jenson unpacks how traditional self-care approaches fall short and explores practical solutions rooted in healthcare practices. Discover how to effectively manage workload, share responsibilities, and establish emotional boundaries to reignite passion and resilience in teaching. Whether you're an administrator or educator, this episode equips you with actionable steps to navigate challenges and foster a healthier school environment. Join the conversation and reclaim joy in education. Enjoy!   Transform learning in your school or district with PLC at Work® from Solution Tree. Our resources are designed to empower educators so all students learn at high levels. We have an abundant library of resources from bestsellers like Learning by Doing, which has seen over one million copies sold and provides a practical guide to establishing effective PLCs, to The Foundation for Change, Beyond PLCLite, The Way Forward, Training Teacher Leaders in a PLC at Work® and The 15-Day Challenge. Looking to develop a PD workshop that allows your teams to witness the power of PLC through the eyes of a struggling student? Stream the video Through New Eyes, and experience one student's journey through four years in a traditional school compared to four years in a PLC. All these resources and more can be found at SolutionTree.com/PLCAtWorkResources.

Hello everyone! Tune in to Teach Me, Teacher for a deep dive into strategies from Triage Your School on preventing teacher burnout. Author Christopher Jenson unpacks how traditional self-care approaches fall short and explores practical solutions rooted in healthcare practices. Discover how to effectively manage workload, share responsibilities, and establish emotional boundaries to reignite passion and resilience in teaching. Whether you're an administrator or educator, this episode equips you with actionable steps to navigate challenges and foster a healthier school environment. Join the conversation and reclaim joy in education. Enjoy!   Transform learning in your school or district with PLC at Work® from Solution Tree. Our resources are designed to empower educators so all students learn at high levels. We have an abundant library of resources from bestsellers like Learning by Doing, which has seen over one million copies sold and provides a practical guide to establishing effective PLCs, to The Foundation for Change, Beyond PLCLite, The Way Forward, Training Teacher Leaders in a PLC at Work® and The 15-Day Challenge. Looking to develop a PD workshop that allows your teams to witness the power of PLC through the eyes of a struggling student? Stream the video Through New Eyes, and experience one student's journey through four years in a traditional school compared to four years in a PLC. All these resources and more can be found at SolutionTree.com/PLCAtWorkResources.

Hello everyone! Welcome to Teach Me, Teacher. This episode is a version of one of my favorite keynotes I do. It's my favorite because it's filled with real world stories about my life and the teachers that saved me growing up.  Now, I don't mean "saved" in the religious sense. I mean "saved" as in BEING THE DIFFERENCE.  What did that look like to me? What did it sound like as I navigated growing up around drugs and violence? All of that and more in this talk. If you want to see the digital presentation, click here to support the show.       Transform learning in your school or district with PLC at Work® from Solution Tree. Our resources are designed to empower educators so all students learn at high levels. We have an abundant library of resources from bestsellers like Learning by Doing, which has seen over one million copies sold and provides a practical guide to establishing effective PLCs, to The Foundation for Change, Beyond PLCLite, The Way Forward, Training Teacher Leaders in a PLC at Work® and The 15-Day Challenge. Looking to develop a PD workshop that allows your teams to witness the power of PLC through the eyes of a struggling student? Stream the video Through New Eyes, and experience one student's journey through four years in a traditional school compared to four years in a PLC. All these resources and more can be found at SolutionTree.com/PLCAtWorkResources.  

Hello everyone! Being in the teacher podcast space for over 8 years has shown me a lot about the state of education and how it has changed. Mainly, professional development is dying. If you missed part 1 of this talk, find it here.  Conferences are filled with sessions that appeal to ideology instead of quality pedagogy. District PD's are all about how to log in to the latest tool and assign work to kids. Books are expensive and not worth reading when state laws restrict what resources teachers can use. So, what's the deal? Why is teaching PD in such a state of despair? To think and talk through this (and maybe have some hope at the end of the tunnel), I brought on Pam Ochoa, my co-host on the Craft & Draft podcast. Pam is an Abydos Learning International Diamond level trainer and has trained teachers in the teaching of writing and reading for 26 years. She provides professional development for those who want to become more student centered in their instructional approach. She was an Instructional Coach where she worked with Jacob Chastain and collaborated on the Craft and Draft Notebook system.     Transform learning in your school or district with PLC at Work® from Solution Tree. Our resources are designed to empower educators so all students learn at high levels. We have an abundant library of resources from bestsellers like Learning by Doing, which has seen over one million copies sold and provides a practical guide to establishing effective PLCs, to The Foundation for Change, Beyond PLCLite, The Way Forward, Training Teacher Leaders in a PLC at Work® and The 15-Day Challenge. Looking to develop a PD workshop that allows your teams to witness the power of PLC through the eyes of a struggling student? Stream the video Through New Eyes, and experience one student's journey through four years in a traditional school compared to four years in a PLC. All these resources and more can be found at SolutionTree.com/PLCAtWorkResources.  

Hello everyone! Being in the teacher podcast space for over 8 years has shown me a lot about the state of education and how it has changed. Mainly, professional development is dying.  Conferences are filled with sessions that appeal to ideology instead of quality pedagogy. District PD's are all about how to log in to the latest tool and assign work to kids. Books are expensive and not worth reading when state laws restrict what resources teachers can use.  So, what's the deal? Why is teaching PD in such a state of despair?  To think and talk through this (and maybe have some hope at the end of the tunnel), I brought on Pam Ochoa, my co-host on the Craft & Draft podcast. Pam is an Abydos Learning International Diamond level trainer and has trained teachers in the teaching of writing and reading for 26 years. She provides professional development for those who want to become more student centered in their instructional approach. She was an Instructional Coach where she worked with Jacob Chastain and collaborated on the Craft and Draft Notebook system.      Transform learning in your school or district with PLC at Work® from Solution Tree. Our resources are designed to empower educators so all students learn at high levels. We have an abundant library of resources from bestsellers like Learning by Doing, which has seen over one million copies sold and provides a practical guide to establishing effective PLCs, to The Foundation for Change, Beyond PLCLite, The Way Forward, Training Teacher Leaders in a PLC at Work® and The 15-Day Challenge. Looking to develop a PD workshop that allows your teams to witness the power of PLC through the eyes of a struggling student? Stream the video Through New Eyes, and experience one student's journey through four years in a traditional school compared to four years in a PLC. All these resources and more can be found at SolutionTree.com/PLCAtWorkResources.

Hello everyone! The reading wars carry on, believe it or not. In nearly every corner of the internet—even outside of education—people are concerned about literacy in America. This has resulted in some dynamic, and at times volatile, discussion about how to teach reading to children. In part 1, we discussed curriculum expectations, the expertise of teachers, and the misuse of computer programs.  In part 2, we discuss providing authentic reading experiences for students, tasks around reading, and creating an environment kids want to be in.  Jennifer McCarty Plucker, author of Inspiring Lifelong Readers, has her own thoughts on the matter. Jennifer McCarty Plucker is the director of learning and development and a literacy consultant at Mackin Educational Resources in Burnsville, Minnesota.Dr. Plucker has spent more than twenty years in public education as an English teacher, reading specialist, speech coach, teaching and learning specialist, and district administrator. Her doctoral research focused on student engagement and motivation in literacy. Her current work with educators is grounded in an inquiry approach that puts students in the driver's seat of their learning.           This episode is sponsored by Solution Tree:   As a new teacher, your first year is sure to come with unexpected challenges. Solution Tree's resources give you the tools and knowledge to lay the groundwork for a lifelong career as an educator. Go to SolutionTree.com/NewTeacherToolkitfor must-read books and free resources. Since 1998, Solution Tree has worked to transform education worldwide by empowering educators to raise student achievement.

Hello everyone! The reading wars carry on, believe it or not. In nearly every corner of the internet—even outside of education—people are concerned about literacy in America. This has resulted in some dynamic, and at times volatile, discussion about how to teach reading to children.  Jennifer McCarty Plucker, author of Inspiring Lifelong Readers, has her own thoughts on the matter. Jennifer McCarty Plucker is the director of learning and development and a literacy consultant at Mackin Educational Resources in Burnsville, Minnesota.Dr. Plucker has spent more than twenty years in public education as an English teacher, reading specialist, speech coach, teaching and learning specialist, and district administrator. Her doctoral research focused on student engagement and motivation in literacy. Her current work with educators is grounded in an inquiry approach that puts students in the driver's seat of their learning. In this discussion, we cover curriculum expectations, the expertise of teachers, and the misuse of computer programs to teach struggling readers.          This episode is sponsored by Solution Tree:   As a new teacher, your first year is sure to come with unexpected challenges. Solution Tree's resources give you the tools and knowledge to lay the groundwork for a lifelong career as an educator. Go to SolutionTree.com/NewTeacherToolkitfor must-read books and free resources. Since 1998, Solution Tree has worked to transform education worldwide by empowering educators to raise student achievement.

Get the book, On the Same Team: Bringing Educators and Underrepresented Families Together Visit Ari's Solution Tree page www.SolutionTree.com/ari/ About the Author Ari Gerzon-Kessler leads the Family Partnerships department for the Boulder Valley School District (Colorado). He is also an educational consultant working with school districts committed to forging stronger school-family partnerships. Ari has been an educator since 2000, having served as a principal and bilingual teacher. Ari was a recipient of the Japan Fulbright Memorial Fund, which allowed him to study the education system in Japan.    This episode of Principal Center Radio is sponsored by IXL, the most widely used online learning and teaching platform for K-12. Discover the power of data-driven instruction in your school with IXL—it gives you everything you need to maximize learning, from a comprehensive curriculum to meaningful school-wide data. Visit IXL.com/center to lead your school towards data-driven excellence today.   

Homa Tavangar (https://homatavangar.com/ ) is an incredible educator and leader. She is the co-founder of the Oneness Lab with Eric Dozier  (https://www.onenesslab.com/ ) where she helps schools and companies go ‘deeper than diversity,' as well as the Big Questions Institute, (https://bigquestions.institute/)  where, with her co-founder Will Richardson, she leads professional learning opportunities to build capacity and design the future with fearless inquiry for individuals, schools, and many other education-related organisations.     Homa is the author of widely-acclaimed books, including Growing Up Global: Raising Children to Be At Home in the World (Random House, 2009), Global Kids: 50+ Games, Crafts, Recipes & More from Around the World (Barefoot Books, 2019), The Global Education Toolkit for Elementary Learners (Sage/Corwin, 2014), co-author of a 3-book series with Professor Yong Zhao on educating creative, entrepreneurial World Class Learners (Corwin, 2016), and contributor to Mastering Global Literacy, by Heidi Hayes-Jacobs, ed. (Solution Tree, 2013). Most recently she co-authored 9 BIG Questions Schools Must Answer to Avoid Going “Back to Normal” (*Because “Normal” Wasn't That Great to Begin With). Social Links LinkedIn: @homatavangar - https://www.linkedin.com/in/homatavangar/  Instagram: @homatavangar - https://www.instagram.com/homatavangar/  X: @homatav - https://twitter.com/homatav?lang=en 

Hello everyone! Personally, I believe this episode to be the best episode of Teach Me, Teacher in a long time. If you missed part one, check it out here.  James Nottingham is most known for his work with The Learning Pit, but he has also written several books, and consults regularly around the world. His newest book, Teach Brilliantly, can be found here. In this episode, we discuss the power of quality feedback, student choice and agency on their work, and how different cultures want different things in public schools.  Truly, I loved this talk so much. Enjoy!         This episode is sponsored by Solution Tree:   As a new teacher, your first year is sure to come with unexpected challenges. Solution Tree's resources give you the tools and knowledge to lay the groundwork for a lifelong career as an educator. Go to SolutionTree.com/NewTeacherToolkitfor must-read books and free resources. Since 1998, Solution Tree has worked to transform education worldwide by empowering educators to raise student achieve

The One About…Where is the Evidence? Latest Curriculum Craze Part 1“A call to pause the rush to buy new curricula until we see consistent evidence of impact” isurged. “There is no SoR stamp of approval!” Our guests for this episode will give you unbiased,unaffiliated, and unrehearsed real talk.Article by Dr. Leslie Laudhttps://docs.google.com/document/d/1xz7FJxXSwlx7zZkeTLDc4TfYzRedsimkb8kcKpHz_sE/editNathaniel Hansford (Nate Joseph) Biohttps://www.solutiontree.com/ca/nathaniel-hansfordSelf-published book: “The Scientific Principles of Reading Instruction.”NEW BOOK coming out with Solution Tree: 2 nd ed. “The Scientific Principles of Teaching”Staci Bain, Ed.D Bio:Founder and President of EDUCATEhttps://www.educatewithstaci.com/webelieveIsabel Simmons Bio:A teacher with the NYC Department of Education for 22 years, Isabel Simmons has taughtgrades K-5. For the last 7 years, she has worked as a Universal Literacy Coach and a LiteracyCollaborative Reading Coach, coaching teaching in grades K-5 in reading instruction. This year she has worked as an Intensive Reading Interventionist- working with small groups of struggling readers across the city. She is a LETRS trained educator and Acadience Mentor. Article by Dr.Leslie Laud-https://docs.google.com/document/d/1WOvEBbTwx09Me8O3zzurF0wfxvO2u29U70kCZISm7LM/edit?usp=sharingSupport the showThe Literacy View is an engaging and inclusive platform encouraging respectful discussion and debate about current issues in education. Co-hosts Faith Borkowsky and Judy Boksner coach teachers, teach children to read, and hold master's degrees in education.Our goal is to leave listeners thinking about the issues and drawing their own conclusions.Get ready for the most THOUGHT-PROVOKING AND DELICIOUSLY ENTERTAINING education podcast!

Hello everyone! Personally, I believe this episode to be the best episode of Teach Me, Teacher in a long time.   James Nottingham is most known for his work with The Learning Pit, but he has also written several books, and consults regularly around the world. His newest book, Teach Brilliantly, can be found here.    In this episode, we discuss the state of education around the world, the embattled nature of teaching, what matters in pedagogy, and what constitutes effective feedback for students.   Truly, I loved this talk so much. Enjoy!       This episode is sponsored by Solution Tree: As a new teacher, your first year is sure to come with unexpected challenges. Solution Tree's resources give you the tools and knowledge to lay the groundwork for a lifelong career as an educator. Go to SolutionTree.com/NewTeacherToolkitfor must-read books and free resources. Since 1998, Solution Tree has worked to transform education worldwide by empowering educators to raise student achievement.

This edWeb podcast is sponsored by Solution Tree.The webinar recording can be accessed here.In this edWeb podcast, listeners learn practical ways to involve multiple stakeholders in developing a productive and celebratory reading culture in schools and classrooms. The session begins with an overview of why it is important for educators to embrace the opportunities that establish an authentic reading culture and routine. It includes references and connections to the relationship between reading volume and achievement and future-ready skills. Strategies and practices are shared to invite students to sustain engagement in reading, participate in a reading community, and be reflective about their own reading identities, habits, and behaviors.This edWeb podcast emphasizes designing relevant and joyful reading experiences that position students to be leaders of their own learning. Authentic examples from classrooms and schools are shown throughout to contextualize the ideas that are shared. Listeners leave with resources to bring back to their schools and classrooms to start implementing their learning right away. Learning outcomes include:Learn practical ways to cultivate a culture of reading in schools and classroomsGain plans for how various stakeholders (students, teachers, administrators, caregivers, and community members) can contribute to a child's reading lifeReflect on how celebrating reading as a social experience can build community and joy in schools and classroomsThis edWeb podcast is of interest to K-12 teachers and instructional coaches.Solution Tree Providing research-based, results-driven services that improve learning outcomes for students.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Learn more about viewing live edWeb presentations and on-demand recordings, earning CE certificates, and using accessibility features.

This edWeb podcast is sponsored by Solution Tree.The webinar recording can be accessed here.In this edWeb podcast, you hear from Bo Ryan, Author of The Brilliance in the Building and Principal of Ana Grace Academy of the Arts 6-8 (CT). Bo shows how your urban school can make an impact on student achievement and change the trajectory of student lives using the time available during the day, the resources in the book, and the brilliance in the building—your amazing staff!Written with the needs of urban educators in mind, this essential guide shares specific action steps and ready-to-use tools for supporting successful Professional Learning Communities at Work®. All of the reproducibles were created based on 25 years of extensive research and actual use in schools. Leaders and staff in urban schools cannot do this work in isolation; they must work together to accomplish their goals, therefore, the work in this book is grounded in the PLC at Work principles. Listen to this session to learn how to create:A culture of care in your school environmentA culture of collaboration in your building with three categories: maximizing time, ensuring the success of teams, and coaching the teamsShared knowledge of the learning block process focused on creating a guaranteed and viable curriculum; creating, administering, and scoring common formative assessments; and meeting in data teams while bringing the team meeting to the classroomA culture of continuous learning in your school to provide staff with job-embedded, cost-effective professional developmentThis edWeb podcast is of interest to K-12 teachers and school leaders.Solution Tree Providing research-based, results-driven services that improve learning outcomes for students.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Learn more about viewing live edWeb presentations and on-demand recordings, earning CE certificates, and using accessibility features.

Erik M. Francis, M.Ed., M.S., is an international author, educator, presenter, and professional development provider with over 25 years of experience in education. He is the author of the book Deconstructing Depth of Knowledge: A Method and Model for Deeper Teaching and Learning published by Solution Tree. His book Inquiring Minds Want to Learn: Posing Good Questions to Promote Student Inquiry will be published by Solution Tree in Spring 2024. He is also the author of Now That's a Good Question! How to Promote Cognitive Rigor Through Classroom Questioning published by ASCD. Erik is the owner of Maverik Education, providing professional development, guidance, and support on how to plan and provide teaching and learning experiences that are standards based, socially and emotionally supportive, and student responsive. He is also consistently ranked as one of the World's Top 30 Education Professionals by the international research organization Global Gurus and the Top 25 Thought Leaders.Connect with Erik: Twitter / X: @maverikedu12Book Darrin to speak at your school or conference contact us hereGrab your copy of Darrin's FREE e-book Walk in Your Purpose Check out Darrin's blog for great leadership tips and ideasSign up for the Road to Awesome email list and newsletterHave a book idea you'd like to submit to Road to Awesome? Click here

Have you sat in a professional development session only to think, "How is this even relevant to what I need to teach my students?" Or have you received professional development that you found great, only to forget what was said a month or so later? Erik Francis thinks this is because educators might have the wrong approach to professional development. He has an idea for how to change this. He also knows a thing or two about teaching through depth of knowledge (DOK). He is passionate about helping teachers and educator leaders make their instruction deeper to get the best learning from students. All this and more on this episode! . . . Erik M. Francis, M.Ed., M.S., is an international author, educator presenter, and professional development provider with over 25 years of experience in education. He is the author of Deconstructing Depth of Knowledge: A Method and Model for Deeper Teaching and Learning, published by Solution Tree. His book Inquiring Minds Want to Learn: Posing Good Questions to Promote Student Inquiry will be published by Solution Tree in Spring 2024. He is also the author of Now That's a Good Question! How to Promote Cognitive Rigor Through Classroom Questioning published by ASCD. Erik is the owner of Maverik Education, providing professional development, guidance, and support on how to plan and provide teaching and learning experiences that are standards based, socially and emotionally supportive, and student responsive. He is also consistently ranked as one of the World's Top 30 Education Professionals by the international research organization Global Gurus and the Top 25 Thought Leaders. Follow Erik on X: @maverikedu12 Follow Erik on LinkedIn: maverikeducation Erik's website: maverikeducation.com . . . Elijah Carbajal is a teacher who followed in the footsteps of teachers in his family. He has served as an educator in the state of New Mexico since 2014 and is currently a Title I Reading Interventionist. Along with being the host of The Shut Up and Teach Podcast, he is the author of the book A Place They Love. Elijah works hard to make school and his classroom a place that students love! He loves to spend time with his wife, Tracey, and his cat, Nala. Connect with Elijah on Twitter: @carbaeli Connect with Elijah on Instagram: @carbaeli Connect with Elijah on TikTok: @carbaeli Connect with Elijah on Facebook: Elijah Carbajal Website: shutupandteachedu.com . . . Read Elijah's book, A Place They Love: Creating a Healthy School Culture and Positively Impacting Students! Here is how you can purchase A Place They Love. EduMatch: A Place They Love Amazon: A Place They Love Barnes and Noble: A Place They Love #APlaceTheyLoveBook / #ShutUpAndTeach / #EduMatchBooks

This edWeb poodcast is sponsored by Solution Tree.The webinar recording can be accessed here.With so much focus on students' foundational skills, we cannot afford to overlook the unconstrained components of language comprehension. In this edWeb podcast, author Dr. Molly Ness highlights the research showing the cognitive, linguistic, socio-emotional—and even physiological—benefits of read alouds.Despite their solid research basis, 50-70% of teachers do not plan read alouds in advance! This session overviews a planning protocol for effective read alouds in PreK-8 in literacy blocks and content-area classrooms. Learning outcomes include:Understand the current trends and data around reading aloud in PreK-8 classroomsDevelop an understanding of a three-step planning process for read aloudsUse read alouds to foster vocabulary development, funds of knowledge, and language comprehensionThis edWeb podcast is of interest to PreK-8 teachers.Solution Tree Providing research-based, results-driven services that improve learning outcomes for students.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Learn more about viewing live edWeb presentations and on-demand recordings, earning CE certificates, and using accessibility features.

Get the book Mapping Professional Practice: How to Develop Instructional Frameworks to Support Teacher Growth Contact Heather Bell-Williams via email at ConsultHBW@gmail.com Contact Justin Baeder via email at Justin@Principalcenter.com  About the Authors Heather Bell-Williams is an experienced teacher, school administrator and consultant, with over 30 years of expertise to bring to her role as Coach and Consultant. Heather holds three bachelor's degrees in arts and education from York University in Toronto and a Masters of Education in Leadership from the University of New Brunswick, as well as several additional qualifications, including Flourishing Coach certification. Heather is co-author of Mapping Professional Practice (Solution Tree) with Justin Baeder, PhD.  Justin Baeder, PhD. is author of Now We're Talking! 21 Days to High-Performance Instructional Leadership (Solution Tree), co-author of Mapping Professional Practice (Solution Tree), and creator of the Instructional Leadership Challenge, which has helped more than 10,000 leaders in 50 countries make a daily habit of classroom visits. He holds a PhD in Educational Leadership & Policy Studies from the University of Washington, and helps senior leaders in K-12 organizations build capacity for instructional leadership

My staff have started to read "Finding Your Blindspots" by Hedreich Nichols and we are diving deep into this practical text as we engage in reflective dialogue around our own biases. This series will aim to capture my own perspectives as we navigate the eight principles outlined in this Solution Tree best-seller. These first two chapters focused on examining your own biases and confronting the inevitable shame and guilt felt during this process. Hedreich suggests using a tool such as the Harvard Implicit Bias Assessment and sitting with the results regardless of how surprising they may be. The second chapter focuses on confronting that guilt and shame without allowing it to drive you into a safe space or become confrontational - both practices that prevent the roots of the bias from being addressed. Be sure to tune in again on September 29th for a recap of the next two chapters. In the meantime, be sure to pick your own copy so that you can follow along this journey of self-discovery. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thecounternarrative/support

    Dr. Chad Dumas is a Solution Tree associate and international consultant, presenter and award-winning researcher whose primary focus is collaborating to develop capacity for continuous improvement. Having been a successful teacher, principal, central office administrator, professional developer and consultant in a variety of school districts, he brings his passion, expertise, and skills to his writing and speaking as he engages participants in meaningful and practical learning. In his Amazon best-selling books, Let's Put the C in PLC and An Action Guide to Put the C in PLC, Chad offers readers and audiences educational research, engaging stories, hands-on tools, and useful knowledge and skills they can implement immediately.     Show Highlights   Get underneath the iceberg and draw out the greatness you see in others. Let's Put the C in PLC – building that collaborative environment.  10 elements principals need to know to identify gaps in their schools. Interpersonal communication skills and questions stem to help you land your message as a leader. Multiply yourself through these strategic committees at “Collaborative Leadership Academy.” The 8th element to engaging all staff in decision making. Stop talking to a rock and see the red flag characteristics in broken relationship ships blocking your message. “The one thing is that you matter what you say and what you do impacts others. As you are impacting others, be sure to be drawing out from them their very best, even if they don't even know what they're best at.” -Chad Dumas   Get the episode transcript here!   Chad's Resources & Contact Info: Website |Next Learning Solutions Twitter Facebook Linkedin Other Links | https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08TPMX39R ,https://www.solutiontree.com/chad-dumas.html   Read my latest book! Learn why the ABCs of powerful professional development™ work – Grow your skills by integrating more Authenticity, Belonging, and Challenge into your life and leadership.   Read Mastermind: Unlocking Talent Within Every School Leader today! Apply to the Mastermind The mastermind is changing the landscape of professional development for school leaders.    100% of our members agree that the mastermind is the #1 way they grow their leadership skills.   Apply to the mastermind today!   SHOW SPONSORS: HARVARD GRADUATE SCHOOL OF EDUCATION Transform how you lead to become a resilient and empowered change agent with Harvard's online Certificate in School Management and Leadership. Grow your professional network with a global cohort of fellow school leaders as you collaborate in case studies bridging the fields of education and business. Apply today at http://hgse.me/leader.   TEACHFX How much student talk happened today? When classrooms come alive with conversation, learning improves, students feel a sense of belonging, and teachers feel inspired.  The TeachFX instructional coaching app gives teachers powerful insights into their student talk, student engagement, and classroom conversation.  With TeachFX, teachers see how much student talk happened, the moments of students sharing their brilliance, and the questions that got students talking. Learn how to pilot TeachFX with your teachers. Visit: teachfx.com/betterleaders   ORGANIZED BINDER Why do students struggle? I'd argue that they lack access to quality instruction, but think about it. That's totally out of their control. What if there was something we could teach kids there was something within their control that would help them be successful in every class? It's not a magic pill or a figment of your imagination.    When students internalize Executive Functioning Skills they succeed.  Check out the new self-paced online course brought to you by OB that shows teachers how to equip their students with executive functioning skills.    Learn more at organizedbinder.com/go   Copyright © 2023 Twelve Practices LLC