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If teachers are the most important factor influencing student learning outcomes, then Independent Schools need an effective way to continually develop and grow teachers. Instructional Coaching is a job-embedded model for improving teacher effectiveness and efficacy. Independent Schools who do not have an Instructional Coach on staff can train department chairs to provide Instructional Coaching to teachers. In this session, you will learn about the benefits of Instructional Coaching and how to implement coaching practices using the faculty you currently have.

How can we help students identify and focus on important skills and content? Elementary school scientists often struggle to filter the information they receive and focus their answers. By embedding leveled learning objectives into their lab experiments, the task objectives become transparent, and students are empowered to identify their work level and how they can improve. Come see how learning progressions can clarify and enrich scientific writing and empower students to level up.

Discover how to make math come alive through hands-on data collection and function modeling! This interactive session is designed for math teachers eager to create interdisciplinary connections with science. You'll engage in real-world experiments to collect data and use technology—TI-84, TI-Nspire, or Excel—to model the resulting functions.
Learn practical strategies to integrate data analysis and function modeling into your classroom, empowering students to see the beauty of mathematics in action. Whether you’re a tech-savvy educator or just getting started, this session will equip you with ready-to-use activities and insights to inspire your students.
Come prepared to explore, experiment, and elevate your teaching!