Let’s be honest—teachers are planners, but we’re also jugglers, fixers, mentors, cheerleaders... and somehow expected to do it all on day one. But this fall, what if you start with you? Big Announcement Are you tired of the same old stale professional learning communities. I am so excited to announce The Right Tools Teacher Cohort. The title of this series is "Reignite Your Practice." This learning space is a 4-part student-centered virtual professional development series for educators who...
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Hi Educators, Farewell for a Moment The summer breeze is right around the corner, and the temptation to throw it all to the wind is trying to pull us in! Run! In a recent LinkedIn Live, I discussed the most useful bullets that should be on your close-out list. Check Out My List! We talked about the 5 key components of a list that will end you as strong as you started the year. Check this out! Revisit your Strategic Plan or Class Goals Tier 1: Reflection Tier 2: High-Level Look at Data Tier 3:...
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Is there really a secret sauce to it? "Thanks for a great balance of urgency about this work and taking the time to get to the details and let us talk about things in depth." -Teacher My Story I have 20+ years of experience in the P-12 space, and I have seen what works and what does not. My first teaching position was filled with 5th graders reading on a 1st-grade reading level. It was a huge challenge as we worked through the emotional and behavioral challenges that were before us. My...
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Webinar Academic Framework Pre-Work Session Click to Register I get it; you are winding down the school year, and it's countdown time before your toes hit the sand, but hear me out. Give us just one hour of your time, and you will thank us later. Starting BEFORE the Back to School Rush As a school or organization leader, do you desire to create a solid ACADEMIC FRAMEWORK to minimize cost by… ☑️Building the capacity of your leadership team ☑️Providing a focus for teacher leaders with...
over 1 year ago • 1 min read
HARRIS INNOVATION CONSULTING GROUP Upcoming Webinar Academic Framework: A Recipe for Improving Student Achievement GRAB YOUR SEAT Hear me out before you check out for the summer... There is a nationwide sense of urgency in addressing the literacy crisis. Last year, the National Assessment of Education Progress (NAEP), “the nation’s report card,” Not even half (43%) of fourth graders in the U.S. scored at or above a proficient level in reading. Huge announcement for leaders! There is power in...
over 1 year ago • 1 min read
Oh, the thing that I would tell my first-year teacher self is to be more gentle to myself because it's not all bad. Unpacking my Teacher Tired I remember my first year bringing in all of the "teacher energy," and as the year ended, my energy went with it. If this was year one, then what would years 5, 10, or 20 do to my body? I quickly realized that how I planned for a thing determined how I sustained that thing. It was simple, right? Whelp, it took me a few more years to really embrace that...
over 1 year ago • 1 min read
Do Data Walls have a place in our hearts? Finding balance when using data walls to track your students' growth is essential to ensure that they serve as effective tools for student motivation and reflection without causing undue stress or anxiety; however, to ensure that we are not bringing harm to students, ther are a few things to keep in mind: First, it's crucial to create a positive and supportive environment Next, encourage students to celebrate their achievements Lastly, work with your...
over 1 year ago • 1 min read
Educators, We have heard you! You can receive the recording! We know that you have plenty to do on your Saturday, but you don't want to miss out. Well, guess what? If you purchase a seat, you will receive the full recording of the session. There are only two days left. "Telling the Whole Story" WorkshopGrab Your Seat!
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Early Bird! Register by Sat, March 23rd, to receive a gift! This is the look you get when you make a data decision that considers more than a test score! Are you curious about how data can paint a more comprehensive picture of your student's learning journey? Hang out with us on March 30th where Dr. Towanda Harris and Lorena Germán will guide you through the world of educational data analysis. Early Bird! Register by Sat, March 23rd, to receive a gift! We Got You! Let's Talk About......
over 1 year ago • 1 min read
