You know all those meetings you go to? Department meetings, PLC meetings, grade level meetings, faculty meetings, admin meetings, etc… (this list could go on forever). What do you do when you miss a meeting? You might ask someone but most likely just show up to the...
By Megan Davenport, Professional Development Specialist The term Instructional Coach has become a bit of a buzzword in education. Many districts and schools are utilizing these positions to support teachers with their instructional practice, curriculum development,...
Written by Kelby Zenor, Faria Education Group Curriculum Goal Setting – it’s that conversation that makes you SLANT (Sit Up, Lean Forward, Ask Questions, Nod, Talk) to attention because you know it’s important that your team creates useful curriculum...
Increase student energy, stamina and endurance through a High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) classroom It’s October and fall has officially arrived! The school year is now in full-swing and with any luck (and of course, a great deal of effort), you and your...
We hold these truths to be self-evident: Teachers are professionals, with long-curated bodies of work. Communities of teachers are their own best source of professional development. Capturing a professional portfolio ensures a teacher’s legacy. Teachers are...
By Megan Davenport, FariaPD Translation: العربية How do we encourage a love of reading in our students? We can all agree that reading is an important life skill for academics and beyond. Many educators (including me) are avid readers, which can make it hard to relate...
