Just as students benefit from developing a positive, growth-oriented approach to failure, teachers thrive when they are supported in the same way. Instructional coaches and administrators can play a critical role in fostering this mindset. Teachers need opportunities to embrace challenges, experiment with new ideas, and persist through setbacks, in a safe environment. Too often, […]

One of the challenges instructional coaches face is deciding when to make a suggestion to a teacher. On the surface, offering suggestions seems like a straightforward way to support growth. However, knowing when to step in and how to approach these moments can significantly impact the effectiveness of the coaching relationship and the teacher’s professional […]

At the end of each calendar year, I look back  over my blogs and podcasts to revisit a concept that continues to spark my reflection on what we could be doing. Often it connects to not practicing what we know would be better. Two short videos by Shelley Moore connected me to a podcast and […]