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Principals, feeling overwhelmed by the task of creating a professional development calendar for the whole school year?📚 With teachers at different levels and student literacy scores staying stagnant, it can be hard to find a solution that works for everyone. That's where The Literacy Leader's 90-Day Differentiated PD Plan comes in! This plan includes strategies for whole group sessions, ways to customize support for teachers, and a focus on increasing those literacy scores. We know you have a million things to do to get school started and this will help make things easier. This plan can help reduce the getting started stress. You can put together your staff’s ideas and be ready to implement your plan when school begins. Purchase The Literacy Leader's 90-Day Differentiated PD Plan and make this the best year of professional development for your teachers. Benefits teachers have shared: -Valued feedback from peers -Felt respected by having input on their choice of strategy -Appreciated how the PD was tied to their instructional practice Our schools have already seen the positive impact, and we saw professional development being used in the classroom with the students (which is the reason for professional development). 👉🏾 Ready to see your school's literacy outcomes increase? Get your plan today! https://bit.ly/4dowKfl How are you planning your PD days this year? #LiteracyLeadership #ProfessionalDevelopment #Education #Edreform #Edchat #Learning #SchoolLeadership #PrincipalLife

Who knows the classroom better than the teachers who live it every day? 💡 Professional development is most effective when led by educators who understand the challenges firsthand. Teacher-led PD taps into the expertise already present in our schools. Let’s build from within! 💪 #TeacherLeadership #PDByTeachers #educationinnovation

Hey Elementary Principals! Imagine transforming your primary classrooms, even if previous attempts left you feeling stuck. It's not a dream—I've walked this journey from a passionate kindergarten teacher to a transformational leader, grappling with the same frustrations you face today. My years in the trenches and now, at the DC Reading Clinic, have taught me valuable lessons about tailoring instruction. That's why I'm thrilled to invite you to the "Dismantling One-Size-Fits-All Instruction: 3 Ways to Maximize Early Literacy Small Groups Masterclass." This isn't just another training session; it's the gateway to unlocking the full potential of your primary educators and, most importantly, your youngest students. Dive deep into the common pitfalls, explore the Literacy Kickoff®️framework's three pivotal stages, and emerge with actionable strategies that revolutionize how literacy is taught in your school. When: Sat, Jan 25, at 10 AM EST Where: Zoom Who It’s For: Title I Principals, Assistant Principals, and Instructional Coaches Investment: Free Don't let past hurdles hold you back. I've been there, I've stumbled, but more importantly, I've found the path to success. Let me show you how. SECURE YOUR SPOT NOW! https://lnkd.in/eX2uR_V9 #smallgroupinstruction #structuredliteracy #mequelboldenconsulting #scienceofreading #elementaryprincipals #titleoneschools #titleischools #earlyliteracy

Why did we create The Literacy Leader's 90-Day Differentiated PD Plan? Because we believe in empowering teachers to meet their students’ needs. This is what good principals do. We hear the frustrations. Teachers are continually sharing on social media that PD sessions don't align with what they or their students need. It's not that they don't want to learn new skills; it’s that the current PD isn’t helping, making it feel like a waste of time. What we really want to do is help you change professional development into something truly impactful at your school. Professional development should sharpen teachers' skills so they can meet the many diverse needs of their students. Personalized PD for teachers is as important as differentiated instruction for students. You wouldn’t expect a teacher to teach class without differentiated instruction. Well, the same goes for the principal. You have to differentiate PD. In our schools, when we did this we saw amazing results. Teachers valued feedback from their peers, felt respected by having input on their choice of strategies, and appreciated how the PD was tied directly to their instructional practice. We saw the strategies being presented to the students in the classrooms, enhancing their learning experience. If your students are struggling with literacy and you want professional development that focuses on instructional practice—pinpointing effective teaching strategies and offering support for applying them in the classroom—this is your solution. Download our plan today! https://bit.ly/4dowKfl #LiteracyLeadership #ProfessionalDevelopment #Education #Edreform #Edchat #Learning #SchoolLeadership #PrincipalLife

🎥 2024 in Review: Supporting Educators, Changing Classrooms This year, Teaching Inside Out has been boots-on-the-ground in classrooms, standing shoulder-to-shoulder with educators to create real change. While most coaching programs stop at curriculum delivery, we go further—offering both in-person and virtual support tailored to the unique challenges educators and administrators face. 💡 Administrators, we see you. • The endless behavior challenges. • Teachers feeling overwhelmed and unsupported. • Days spent putting out fires instead of leading your school. You deserve a solution that doesn’t just tell your teachers what to do—but shows them how to reclaim calm, build relationships, and make classrooms thrive. At Teaching Inside Out, we provide the strategies, systems, and in-person mentorship your team needs to turn challenges into opportunities. And just like the BISON, we’ll head INTO the storm together so we can come out on the other side faster. 🦬🦬🦬🦬 You don’t have to carry this burden alone—partner with us to empower your teachers and transform your school from the inside out. Let’s make 2025 the year of real change. 💪 ✨ DM us to learn how we can support your school, or visit the site to schedule a free consultation. TeachingInsideOut.com #EducationalLeadership #AdministratorSupport #TeacherCoaching #BehaviorManagement #ClassroomTransformation #TeachingInsideOut #SELInSchools #SchoolLeadership

It is with incredible delight that we #share with you an EXCEEDING result for Glen Education Edithvale Kindergarten, against National Quality Standards. Congratulations and thank you to everyone that has worked hard to make this outstanding result a reality – educators, leaders/managers, children, and families. While we are only at the beginning of our partnership together, we have already achieved so much as a dynamic team. We look forward to strengthening the work we do to make a difference in the lives of those within our community. A few highlights from the many wonderful examples of our exceeding practice from the Department of Education report: Children and Families: Children’s agency was supported through a learning environment that was structured to provide children with opportunities to make choices as to how they wished to participate in the program. Educational Team: Educators engaged in robust discussions during regular team meetings that informed the implementation of the curriculum. The educators spoke of the relationship between management and educators being supportive, respectful, and positive. Learning Environment: Embedded routines allowed time for children to engage in relaxed, unhurried interactions where they were able to direct their own play and learning together. Educators supported children to regulate their own behaviour and minimal conflicts were observed throughout the day, as children were engaged and required minimal guidance. Leadership: The provision of strong, operational leadership, with well-established governance arrangements and administrative processes, created a positive organisational culture that valued contribution from the whole team. #Congratulations #Grow #Learn #Empower #Nurture #GlenEd

School leaders, delivering PD is the first step in improving literacy instruction, but what happens when your teachers head on back to their classrooms? Are they ready to apply what they've learned, or do they feel like they're still on their own to figure it out? Or worse yet…was it a waste of time?   We've all been there—full of hope after a PD session, only to see little change where it matters most: in the classroom. That’s why we created the Literacy Leader's 90-Day Differentiated PD Plan. Designed by former principals with a combined total of over 50 years of experience, this plan helps teachers take what they’ve learned and apply it effectively in their classrooms with ongoing practice and systems for meaningful feedback.   Teachers who’ve used this approach say it made them better educators, and they still rely on these strategies to this day! In our upcoming LinkedIn LIVE session, we’ll share how to bridge that gap between PD and practice, ensuring your investment translates into classroom results.   Join us here on LinkedIn on Thursday, August 29th at 6:30 PM CST, and let’s make every minute of your literacy PD count.   #Edreform #Edchat #ProfessionalDevelopment #Education #LiteracyMatters #SchoolLeadership

I had a successful day leading professional learning with school leaders today! We discussed how illuminating literacy through their school improvement plan can yield the results they are looking for. We also discussed how our Literacy Audit can help them pinpoint literacy gaps in their schools. We had robust conversations about navigating change, supporting all teachers through differentiated professional development, we discussed ways to hone in on literacy through content areas outside of reading, and we shared strategies and best practices. It was a great day of learning and I thank everyone who participated! #southshoresummeroflearning #literacymatters #principalcoaching #literacyforall #schoolimprovement

As school administrators, we have the power to make a lasting impact on our educators. One way to truly appreciate and recognize their hard work is by celebrating their stories and contributions to student success. ✨Here’s a simple yet powerful tip: Feature one educator each week throughout November, highlighting their inspiring story, dedication, and the positive impact they have on students. Not only does this boost teacher morale, but it also creates a culture of recognition that can inspire others. By shining a spotlight on educators, we show them that their efforts are valued and appreciated. Take the time to acknowledge their commitment to make a difference! #TeacherAppreciation #SchoolLeadership #EducatorImpact #GratitudeInEducation #SpringfieldLearning

In Dansville, I’ve had the privilege of collaborating with educators across all roles—from leadership to classroom teachers—because real change happens when teamwork and cross-role dialogue take center stage. During this visit, we focused on curriculum planning across all areas of literacy, building a robust decodable library, and incorporating texts that help students practice flexing vowels and 'set for variability'. These efforts are all part of a unified, systems-based approach to literacy. Imagine the transformative impact this kind of alignment could have on your district’s literacy goals. When every voice—teachers, leaders, and specialists—is part of the conversation, the possibilities for student success are limitless. Ready to start the dialogue? Let’s connect! https://lnkd.in/ekEk9xtU #LiteracyForAll #TeamworkInEducation #SystemicSchoolChange #CrossRoleCollaboration #SchoolwideImpact #LiteracyLeadership #ReadingWritingConnections #ScienceOfReading #EducationTransformation #UnifiedGoals #TeacherVoice