Posts by Brooke Conklin
70 Newly Certified Coaches Set To Impact Instruction This Fall
This time last year, we (myself and Dr. Katie Ritter) were just beginning to discuss what a Coach Certification program might look like with Rod Carnill (Executive Director) and Emily Heller (Board of Directors) through VSTE, Virginia Society of Technology in Education. One year later, this small passion project has turned into a multi-state program…
Read MoreWhy Classroom Management Should Be a Top Coaching Priority
“As a coach, I can help a teacher design an awesome and engaging lesson, but if the structures aren’t in place for good classroom management, that lesson can flop quickly.” Classroom management is not a new topic- in fact, you probably had at least a unit dedicated to it in your teacher prep classes, however;…
Read MoreWe’ve Got a Mentor for You!
Coaches often find themselves isolated from critical support networks. Mentorship programs have become increasingly popular in recent years in the private sector, and for good reason. A mentorship program provides an opportunity for someone to connect with a more experienced person to receive guidance and support. From our own experience in coaching roles, we have…
Read MoreNow Enrolling for Coaches Camp 2023
Are you an instructional coach looking to take your skills to the next level? Look no further than Coaches Camp! As instructional coaches, we play a crucial role in supporting the growth and development of teachers in our schools and districts. But let’s be real – it can be tough to find professional development opportunities…
Read MoreForward Edge partners with the Virginia Society of Technology in Education (VSTE) to offer a Certification Program for Technology Coaches in Virginia.
Written by Brooke Conklin This Fall we launched the pilot cohort of the VSTE Certified Coach program (VCC) in partnership with VSTE’s Executive Director, Rod Carnill, and Board of Directors member, Emily Heller. The VCC provides high-caliber professional learning and networking events exclusively for instructional technology coaches in Virginia. Participating in the VCC program and…
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