Helping school teams use the bricks they already have to build something new.
Professional Development for K-12 School Teams
Shifting Perspectives Educator Training & Leadership Development Program
In-Person, Year-Long Training
What You Get From Us
Phase 1: Foundation
Planning
Customized Launch Planning Session with school leaders to create a detailed Implementation Plan for the entire school year.
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Observing
In-Class Observations conducted quarterly to guide support provided to educators.
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Sampling
Sample Artifacts Collected and reviewed in a peer-to-peer setting to establish a baseline (e.g., lesson plans, assigned homework, assessments, etc.).
Phase 2: Construction
Educator Training
Monthly In-Person 60-90 Minute Training Sessions for Educators to expand skills related to:
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designing and refining existing teaching materials
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teaching practices
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assessment
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grading​​
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Sample Modules (not exhaustive):
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Setting the Stage: Impactful Classroom Expectations for Diverse Learners ​
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Setting the Stage: Classroom Expectations to Deepen Learning
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From Learner to Educator: Exploring How Teachers' Learning Styles Impact Classroom Dynamics
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From Educator to Architect: Designing Culturally Responsive, Multimodal Classrooms ​​​​
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Leadership Training
Monthly or Quarterly Mixed In-Person & Virtual 60-Minute Training Sessions for Educators & School Leaders to expand skills related to (not exhaustive):
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building self-awareness and emotional intelligence as a foundation for leadership ​
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setting a shared vision and energizing others around it ​
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fostering a culture of collaboration and trust​
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navigating conflict​
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promoting leadership and creativity within your school team​
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Phase 3: Inspection
Feedback
Feedback Collected From All Stakeholders (teachers/school leaders/students) via focus groups, questionnaires, and surveys.​
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Assessments
Assessments given at regular intervals to gauge learning.
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Reports
Impact Reports provided to school team at regular intervals to assess program effectiveness throughout the school year.
Helping School Teams Use the Bricks They Already Have to Build Something New
What School Teams Say About Us
"This was a valuable and entertaining session. I was able to stay engaged due to all the engaging activities that were involved throughout the session! Also, Dr. Kearney had a high energy performance that I appreciated!"
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-Teacher (MD)
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