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Summative evaluations help educators grow. They happen at the end of the school year and measure two main areas: how effective the teacher is and how much students have learned. Administrators review many kinds of data, such as classroom tests, state assessments, learning goals, informal checks, and evidence of professional learning. The principal then gives…

The term “teacher leader” is used in education to describe any role that supports the growth of teachers. This may include role titles such as instructional coach, PD facilitator, subject area specialist, academic dean, administration, colleague mentor and even a cooperating teacher for student teachers. Regardless of the title, those who support the growth of…

Cultivating quality teaching and learning is the main goal for school leaders. When instruction is appropriate and rigorous, then students are able to achieve at high levels. It’s a double benefit when we improve the quality of teaching and learning happening in classrooms. This post will reveal a three prong method for cultivating quality teaching…

The inconsistent quality of teaching among staff members is emerging as an obstacle in teacher leadership. The Common Core set out to ensure every classroom, regardless of state of residence, taught the same content at the same level. Now many states have replaced Common Core with their own state specific requirements for teaching. This means…

Teaching adults is different than teaching kids. Even though both are engaging in the process of learning, how they learn (and need to learn) are different. To ensure a successful and enjoyable experience, knowing how to teach each subgroup is important. In education, adults have to continue learning through professional development [PD] to keep their…

Community partnership is necessary for the success of a school. Educating a child is not a singular job, it’s a team effort. By leveraging community partnerships, schools will reach new levels of success. The California Department of Education says: “Family and community engagement greatly increases the likelihood that students will learn and thrive. Students are more…

Each school year is an opportunity to grow, especially when we improve instructional coaching practice. Being intentional in how we support the growth of teachers is dual benefit- teachers improve their craft causing students to achieve at higher rates. This post provides 10 ways to improve instructional coaching practice for the school year. Pre-Work Phase…

New teachers are full of passion and potential. It’s our job as leaders in our schools to cultivate the capacity of every teacher in our building. How effectively we do that depends on the system of support we create to help teachers thrive. Designing and implementing a plan that attracts, maintains the teaching talent through…