by Karla Lewellyn | May 12, 2025
This is the moment you’ve spent months preparing for: Standardized testing is only a couple of sleeps away. You’ve practiced the material, reviewed test-taking strategies, planned for the rest of the year, and repeatedly stressed the importance of this exam to your...
by Karla Lewellyn | May 7, 2025
You’ve already begun preparing for your school’s standardized tests: reviewing student data, obtaining testing materials, discerning any changes, and communicating with consistency. Now, though, that concept that was “looming in the future” is now just weeks away. ...
by Kalie Snipes | Jul 15, 2024
In this series, we will explore three concepts that support leaders as they work to ensure classroom management is effective in their buildings so that all students have equitable learning opportunities. First, and possibly most important, before any initiative will...
by Kalie Snipes | Jun 5, 2024
As the school year draws to a close, a sense of restlessness may settle among students with summer break on the horizon. Teachers, too, may find themselves struggling to maintain engagement amidst the anticipation of vacation. However, this period offers a prime...
by Kalie Snipes | May 29, 2024
Designing and implementing effective project-based learning (PBL) projects at the end of the school year benefits both students and teachers. For students, PBL fosters engagement, critical thinking, and real-world problem-solving skills, providing refreshing change...
by Kalie Snipes | May 22, 2024
As the school year winds down, instructional coaches play a crucial role in supporting teachers to ensure a smooth transition and a strong finish. This period is a prime opportunity to celebrate achievements, reflect on challenges, and plan ahead. Here’s how...
