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School leader calls on teacher during training

Posted by: Kate Wheeler

Categories: Classroom Observation, Coaching, Instructional Supports, Learning Walks

April 15, 2025

The Importance of Teacher Training

In today’s educational landscape, teachers are often seen as the cornerstone of student success. Their ability to engage, inspire, and effectively teach students shapes the learning environment and has a profound impact on educational outcomes. However, to truly foster ...read more

student going down a school hallway

Posted by: Kathryn Koerner

Categories: Leadership Supports, School Design

March 20, 2025

Essential Questions for Potential Charter School Founders

Starting a charter school is an exciting and impactful endeavor. As a prospective charter school founder, you're entering a world that involves educational innovation and community leadership while navigating the complexities of regulatory requirements. ...read more

Children and their teacher gather together smiling outside a classroom

Posted by: Stephanie Bignault

Categories: Leadership Supports, Improvement Planning

February 13, 2025

Top 3 Common Mistakes Made During School Improvement Planning

School improvement planning is an essential part of fostering growth and creating a positive, effective learning environment. However, even with the best intentions, many schools struggle to execute plans... ...read more

Authorizer engaging in PD

Posted by: Kim Perron

Categories: Accountability Systems, Charter School Authorizers

January 24, 2025

Why is Professional Development Important for Charter School Authorizers?

Charter school authorizers play a crucial role in ensuring that the schools in their portfolios provide a high-quality education to students. Yet, many who take on the role, ...read more

Pre-school teacher practices the number 4 with student

Posted by: Jay Adams

Categories: Diversity Equity and Inclusion, Leadership Supports, School Quality Review

December 17, 2024

A Roadmap to High-Quality Preschool

A high-quality pre-school program isn’t just a place for young children to learn—it's a learning environment that ensures every child has access to the support and opportunities needed for success. ...read more

Evaluating an Educator

Posted by: Paige Gonzalez

Categories: Accountability Systems, Classroom Observation, Instructional Supports, Learning Walks

November 19, 2024

The Importance of Norming in Classroom Observations

Classroom observations are an integral part of educator evaluations, often influencing important decisions like promotions, merit pay, or continued employment. For these evaluations to be fair ...read more

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