by Tracy Weber | Jan 31, 2025
Great schools are built on great teachers, and at the heart of every thriving school community is a group of educators who lead the way—not just in the classroom, but in mentoring, coaching, and inspiring their peers. These educators, often called lead teachers, are...
by Tracy Weber | Jan 24, 2025
Instructional coaches are often the unsung heroes of professional development in schools. Tasked with supporting teachers, improving instruction, and driving school-wide initiatives, their plates are always full. In many schools, instructional coaches—or...
by Tracy Weber | Jan 13, 2025
Professional development often gets a bad rap. Teachers attend a workshop or a training session, leave with great ideas, and then… nothing. The reality is that without consistent follow-up and sustained focus, even the best professional development (PD) initiatives...
by Tracy Weber | Dec 31, 2024
Let’s face it: teaching is one of the most rewarding and challenging professions out there. Teachers are often isolated in their classrooms, yet their success hinges on collaboration, reflection, and continuous learning. Enter Peer Coaching Groups and Professional...
by Tracy Weber | Aug 20, 2024
As an educator, you might sometimes find yourself thinking, “Why do my students seem so disrespectful?” It’s a common concern, but often the root of the issue lies not in the students’ attitudes but in the evolving definition of what respect means across generations....