2014: Appreciation and Heartfelt THANX! As 2014 ends, it is with deep appreciation that I say THANX to the many educators who participated in our Sticky Standards podcasts. I have learned from each and every one of you! A pure JOY. Also, THANX to those of you who have encouraged me to believe in the …
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Our guest is Frederick Brown. Fred is the Deputy Executive Director with Learning Forward. He comes to this conversation as a former teacher, assistant principal, and principal. Today we are focusing on the role of building principals in our schools. Leadership is second only to classroom instruction among all school-related factors that contribute to what …
Transforming Professional Learning (TPL): a multidimensional initiative focused on developing a comprehensive system of professional learning that spans the distance from the statehouse to the classroom. Learning Forward, in partnership with CCSSO ( Council of Chief State School Officers), received funding for this initiative from three foundations: Bill and Melinda Gates, Sandler, and MetLife. The …
Gratitude is the heart’s memory. –French Proverb ~Sticky Standards Fans~ As we begin my favorite time of the year, I want to share my deepest gratitude for the MEMORIES (and joys) of the last year. It has been another year full of fun, family, field trips and LEARNING! What a JOY to focus on Professional …
This podcast explores Learning Forward’s Professional Learning Standards from a State Perspective. Our guest today is Dr. Diane DeBacker, former Kansas Commissioner of Education. Diane is a learning leader for all Kansas educators. Leaders in our schools understand that if we want our teachers to be their very best then educators are learning too, just …
