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The Questions You're Afraid to Ask: A Safe Space for District Professional Learning Leaders

You know that feeling when you have a question but aren't sure who to ask? Maybe it seems too basic for your superintendent, or you can't find a clear answer anywhere online. As a district professional learning leader, you're dealing with challenges that don't always have obvious solutions.

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The Questions You're Afraid to Ask: A Safe Space for District Professional Learning Leaders

You know that feeling when you have a question but aren't sure who to ask? Maybe it seems too basic for your superintendent, or you can't find a clear answer anywhere online. As a district professional learning leader, you're dealing with challenges that don't always have obvious solutions.

PL Data

PL Strategy

What Is Data, Really?

If you're feeling overwhelmed by data in your professional development programs, you're not alone. Many district leaders tell us they're drowning in numbers but starving for insight. The good news? You don't need to become a data scientist overnight. You just need to start with the right question.

Instructional Leadership

PL Strategy

The 3 R's of September Success: Mastering the Back-to-School Marathon

Whether you're three weeks in or just getting started, your inbox is overflowing, training sessions are stacked back-to-back, and everyone needs "just five minutes" of your time. Here's how to set sustainable rhythms that last all year.

Instructional Coaching

Teacher Mentorship & Induction

Personalized Pathways: Meeting New Teachers Where They Are

Professional learning leaders have a unique opportunity to move beyond one-size-fits-all orientation programs for new teachers. The key is recognizing that today's diverse teaching workforce—from career changers to recent graduates—requires differentiated onboarding that meets each educator where they are.

PL Strategy

Teacher Mentorship & Induction

Teacher Retention

Beyond Compliance: Building Induction Programs That Actually Retain Teachers

As new teacher induction kicks off across districts this month, professional learning leaders face a critical question: Are we simply checking compliance boxes, or are we building programs that genuinely keep teachers in the profession?

PL Strategy

5 Questions to Ask Yourself on Back to School PD Success

Summer professional development is done, but the real work is just beginning—turning those training sessions into sustainable classroom practices that actually improve student learning. The next few weeks are make-or-break time for your PD investments, and these five questions will help you ensure your summer efforts translate into lasting impact.

Instructional Leadership

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Collaborative Instructional Rounds with Matt Griesinger

It’s inarguable that teachers are experts on what their students need. So how can school administrators leverage that expertise to make professional learning collaborative rather than top-down?

Instructional Leadership

PL Strategy

How to Make Summer PD Count: 5 Common Missteps and Smarter Moves

Summer PD holds big potential—but without the right structure, even the most well-intentioned sessions can miss the mark. Avoid common planning pitfalls and set your educators up for lasting success with these five smart strategies.

Instructional Leadership

PL Strategy

Making the Case: How to Create Compelling Professional Development Reports That Secure Future Investment

As district leaders prepare for year-end reflections and budget conversations, one document can make all the difference: your professional development impact report. More than a summary, it's your opportunity to prove that investing in educator growth directly drives student success.