In this podcast episode of Inside the Learning Lab: A Podcast for Ed Leaders by engage2learn, we explore a remarkable case study of educational transformation and long-term success. The episode discusses the partnership between engage2learn (e2L) and the Corpus Christi Independent School District (ISD) in Texas, which began in 2011. Through innovative coaching models, talent development, and strategic support, e2L helped Corpus Christi ISD turn struggling schools into thriving learning centers.

Join us as we delve into the inspiring story of how engage2learn (e2L) partnered with the Corpus Christi Independent School District (ISD) to transform struggling schools into thriving centers of learning. Through their strategic support and innovative coaching methods, e2L helped Corpus Christi ISD achieve remarkable results, including increased attendance rates, reduced discipline referrals, and substantial improvements in standardized test scores. The episode highlights the successful transformation of Kostoryz Elementary School, which went from being one of the lowest-performing schools in Texas to ranking in the 60th percentile of all Texas elementary schools. The partnership between e2L and Corpus Christi ISD serves as a powerful example of how dedicated educators, collaborative vision, and evidence-based coaching can lead to sustainable improvements in student achievement and school culture.

If you're interested in learning how to support struggling educators and students, this episode is a must-listen. You can read more about the case study here.

In this compelling episode of Inside the Learning Lab by engage2learn, we delve into a topic that's often overlooked but critically important – treating teachers as the true talents they are.

Educators often find themselves undervalued and underappreciated in a world where athletes, artists, and experts in various fields are celebrated for their mastery. But what if we change that narrative? What if we start recognizing teachers for their passion, dedication, and crucial role in shaping the future?

Join us as we explore the pressing need to revolutionize education by building talent development systems that elevate teachers to the status they deserve. We'll uncover the five pillars of effective talent development, ranging from culture and strategy to connected data, and discuss how these pillars can transform the education landscape.

Discover the profound benefits of treating teachers as talent, from promoting collaboration and cultivating leadership qualities to harnessing technology for personalized learning and offering supportive coaching programs.

In this episode, we outline what treating teachers as talent looks like, focusing on aligning development efforts, embracing evidence-based coaching, creating individualized pathways, and implementing advanced growth analytics.

But what's at stake if we don't make this change? Our entire society. Public education lies at the heart of a free and thriving culture, and teachers are the linchpin of students' success. With a national teacher shortage looming, it's now more critical than ever to take action and provide teachers with the support, respect, and resources they need.

The good news? We're not starting from scratch. Organizations like engage2learn are already leading the way, demonstrating that this shift in mindset works.

Join us in this Inside the Learning Lab episode as we advocate for change, champion our educators, and work towards a brighter future for all.

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Want to learn more about how to start treating teachers as talent? Read more here.

In a perfect world, personalized, job-embedded instructional coaching for every single public school teacher would be commonplace. Budget constraints and burnout wouldn’t be a problem, instructional coaches would have the tools and bandwidth to provide meaningful support, and continuous educator growth and student achievement would be a given.

Luckily, despite our imperfect world, we absolutely can provide educators at any level of experience or expertise with the individualized support they need (and deserve) to thrive – whether or not they have regular access to an in-person coach. By adopting an all-in-one tool that optimizes your instructional coaches’ time, facilitates educator growth, and accelerates student achievement, you’ll have a front-row seat to the impact of job-embedded support.

Read more about maximizing the impact of instructional coaching for new and veteran teachers here.

Public school districts spend millions of dollars on professional development (PD) each year, despite evidence that traditional, one-size-fits-all PD hardly ever translates to improved practice for educators and accelerated outcomes for students. In fact, a recent meta-analysis shows that the impact of most PD programs on student scores is by and large insignificant. Perhaps that is because the associated learning opportunities are often broad, unfocused, and lack personalization. How, then, can we transform traditional PD into professional learning that is meaningful for educators, sustainable for districts, and impactful for learners?

Read more about How to Transform Your Professional Learning with Evidence-Based Coaching here.

Are you seeking an all-in-one teacher coaching platform that transforms traditional professional development? Look no further than E2L's GroweLab with solutions for instructional coaching, professional development, and teacher retention and support. Learn more about GroweLab features here and book a free demo to see how this powerful platform can transform your district and school.