Professional
Development

Harmony in Collaboration: Fostering Unity and Trust

• Strategies for fostering a cohesive and collaborative team environment

• Building trust within the school leadership team

 

Leading and Retaining Black Educators:

• Leadership insights and approaches tailored to Black educators

• Empowering and supporting Black educators in leadership roles

• Strategies for retaining Black educators

Planning for Identifying the Gap
This session guides instructional coaches in identifying instructional gaps and
implementing targeted strategies to address them. Participants will explore methods for assessing needs, creating action plans, and fostering continuous improvement.

Quality Coaching Characteristics: Mindset and Commitment vs. Convenience
Focusing on the core characteristics of effective coaching, this training explores the mindset required for impactful coaching relationships. It differentiates between committed coaching practices and those driven by convenience, emphasizing a quality coaching mindset.

Cultivating Relationships: The Art of Coaching Connections
This training goes beyond the basics, exploring how to cultivate meaningful

relationships in various coaching dynamics – coach-student, coach-teacher, and coach-principal. It addresses professional boundaries and strategies for building trust.

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Supporting Struggling and New Teachers
Geared toward beginning instructional coaches, this session provides strategies for effectively supporting struggling and new teachers. Topics include mentorship, differentiated support plans, and fostering a positive and growth-oriented teaching environment.

Classroom Management: Connection, Consistency, and Compassion

• Establishing positive connections with students

• Consistency in behavior expectations

• Infusing compassion into classroom management

Guided Reading: The Path to Literacy (Daily 5 Inspired)

• Strategies for implementing guided reading effectively

• Nurturing literacy skills through guided reading practices

All Literacy Matters

• Comprehensive approach to literacy education

• Integrating literacy across all subjects and disciplines

The Blueprint: Effective Lesson Planning

• Structuring lesson plans for maximum effectiveness

• Incorporating best practices into lesson planning

Differentiation: The Key to Unlocking Academic Success

• Understanding and implementing differentiation strategies

• Addressing diverse learning needs within the classroom

Mapping for Mastery: Understanding and Unpacking Curriculum Mapping,
Standards and Rigor Enhancement

Diverse Literature Integration
Guidance incorporating literature representing diverse cultures,
backgrounds, and perspectives into literacy instruction. Emphasis on
promoting cultural awareness and understanding through reading materials.

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Culturally Responsive Reading Strategies
Strategies for tailoring reading instruction to diverse learners, considering cultural backgrounds and linguistic diversity. Focus on engaging students through culturally relevant texts.

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Multilingual Learners in Literacy
Addressing the unique needs of multilingual learners in literacy instruction,
with a focus on language development, cultural sensitivity, and inclusive
practices.

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Culturally Responsive Classroom Management

• Strategies for managing classrooms with cultural sensitivity

• Creating an inclusive and supportive learning environment

Trauma-Informed Teaching Practices

• Integrating trauma-informed approaches into teaching

• Supporting students who have experienced trauma

Culturally Responsive Pedagogy for Equity

• Applying culturally responsive teaching methods to promote equity

• Fostering an inclusive learning environment

Addressing Socioeconomic Disparities

• Strategies for supporting students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds

• Ensuring equal opportunities for all learners

Eliminating Bias in Assessments

• Guidance on creating unbiased assessments

• Ensuring fair and equitable evaluation processes

Retaining Black Educators

• Initiatives and strategies for retaining Black educators

• Building a supportive and inclusive work environment

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Mathematics Track

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Equitable Math Instruction Practices
Exploration of strategies to create an inclusive math classroom, considering diverse learning styles, cultural contexts, and real-world applications. Emphasis on reducing math achievement gaps.

Mathematics Through Cultural Perspectives
Integrating cultural perspectives into math instruction to enhance students'
understanding and appreciation of mathematical concepts. Strategies for
making math culturally relevant and engaging.

STEM Track (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics)

Culturally Relevant STEM Projects
Designing and implementing STEM projects that reflect the cultural
backgrounds of students. Emphasis on making STEM education accessible and engaging for all learners.

STEM Equity and Inclusion
Strategies for promoting equity and inclusion in STEM fields, addressing
underrepresentation and fostering a diverse and inclusive STEM learning
environment.