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Episodes Designed for Teachers
Have you ever wondered how data can transform a student's learning journey? Compass PD's Dr. Natalie Fallert leads a riveting conversation that promises to change how you view assessments.
Chaos seems to have a field day with upcoming elections and holidays all vying for your and your students' attention. But worry not! Join Dr. Carrie Hepburn and Dr. Natalie Fowler from Compass PD as they provide a lifeline with practical strategies to navigate this whirlwind.
A transformative conversation on student goal setting, monitoring, and tracking. Dr. Natalie Fallert will empower you to help your students take ownership of their goals and become accountable for their progress.
Dr. Natalie Fallert dives into the critical world of educational goal setting, unveiling strategies to align student goals with the curriculum and creating a pathway to turn short-term objectives into long-term triumphs.
Evan Craig joins Dr. Hepburn to discuss the journey of transforming a high school English classroom full of reluctant readers, and the results were nothing short of remarkable.
What if we told you that the simple act of establishing routines could revolutionize learning in your classroom? This is our focus this week, where we continue our enlightening conversation with Dr. Natalie Fallert.
Dr. Natalie Fallert discusses what needs to be on a teacher's radar and the predictable problems they will face at the beginning of the school year.
Episode 14: Empowering New Teachers: Insights and Strategies for Success
Julie West shares invaluable tips for new educators on balancing demanding schedules and setting aside reflection time. Julie offers inspirational and practical guidance for those beginning their education journey.
Episode 10: Creating Sensory-Friendly Classrooms with Dr. Kallie Dace
Dr. Kallie Dace discusses the importance of creating sensory-friendly classrooms. This conversation is enlightening, bringing to the surface potential causes for some of the concerns educators and parents face today.
Dr. Evans shares the importance of Number Talks and how this work in classrooms builds the numeric accuracy and flexibility needed to determine the most efficient problem-solving methods.
Episode 7: Blended Learning with April Burton
Blended learning has been the buzzword in education for the past few years. April Burton Google Certified METC Spotlight Educator, shares common misconceptions about blended learning and how blended learning can catapult student engagement.
Join Dr. Carrie Hepburn and Jennifer O'Hare in their discussion regarding guided reading. Jen talks of the importance and impact of guided reading instruction.
Dr. Carrie Hepburn and NBCT and literacy coach Denise Columbini discuss the important component of a comprehensive literacy classroom: Shared Reading.
Compass PD talks with Dr. Fallert about the power of Books Clubs in the secondary classroom. She delivers tips and tricks to getting started in this important work.
Episodes Designed for Instructional Coaches
Discover how to navigate the complexities of instructional coaching in January with Dr. Carrie Hepburn and Dr. Stephanie Brenner as they share heartwarming tales and transformative tips.
Episode 33: Increasing Content Knowledge of Educators to Experience a Phonics Transformation
Tune in as Dr. Stephanie and her guests share their remarkable odyssey of reshaping phonemic awareness and phonics instruction within their district.
Episode 32: Maximizing Coaching Effectiveness at the End of the Semester
Ever wonder how to maximize your coaching effectiveness, especially as the semester draws to a close and the holiday season approaches? Join us for an insightful discussion with Dr. Stephanie Brenner as we navigate critical considerations for coaches.
Episode 28: Coaching Conversations
What if you could transform your coaching conversations and make them more effective and impactful? Dr. Stephanie Brenner takes us through the vital aspects of coaching and the art of conducting difficult conversations.
Episode 21: Coaches Unlocking the Power of Data
Imagine having a powerful tool to guide instructional coaching, identify at-risk students, and help prioritize needs. With our guest, Stephanie Brenner, we're about to unfold the multifaceted role of data in shaping education.
Episode 16: Navigating the New School Year: Essential Tasks & Predictable Problems for Coaches
Dr. Brenner delves into the crucial tasks that should be on coaches' radar at the beginning of a new school year and the predictable problems they may encounter.
Episode 11: Got Reading Data? Steps to Analyzing and Planning Reading Interventions with Our Youngest Readers
Dr. Brenner discusses the importance of utilizing data for the early identification of reading deficiencies. Dr. Brenner walks us through the steps of early reading interventions for Tier 1 and Tier 2 instruction.
Episode 9: Comprehensive Literacy with Dr. Stephanie Brenner
Dr. Carrie Hepburn and Dr. Stephanie Brenner talk about Comprehensive Literacy. They discuss the components of Comprehensive Literacy and the necessary instructional methods to ensure success.
Episodes Designed for Principals
Episode 43: The Strength of Your Plate Vs What You Put on Your Plate
This episode goes beneath that struggle, equipping school administrators with the fortitude to construct a foundation strong enough to support the myriad of tasks that come with leadership in education.
Episode 31: The Principal's Playbook for Balancing School Improvement and the Holidays
Want to know what it takes to navigate the challenging months of November and December as a school principal? Compass PD's Dr. Bridgett Neidringhaus tackled this head-on.
Episode 27: Mastering High-Stakes Conversations, A Guide to Communicating Effectively
Do you sense the emerging tension as we approach the end of the first quarter? Parents' expectations are rising, with report cards just around the corner. Dr. Niedringhaus is here to guide you through it all.
Episode 22: Mastering the Art of School Leadership, the First Month and Beyond
Bridgett Niedringhaus uncovers the pivotal roles and responsibilities of school principals during the first integral month. This episode promises to equip you with a treasure trove of insights and practical strategies, from establishing strong relationships to mastering proactive problem-solving.
Episode 13: Fostering Success: Empowering New Teachers through Learning and Mentorship
Dr. Bridgett Niedringhaus shares the importance of supporting new teachers in their first years of teaching. She offers a variety of suggestions to administrators to set their new teachers up for success.
Episode 17: Winning the School Year: Insights from Dr. Niedringhaus
With expert insights from the esteemed Dr. Bridgett Neidringhaus, we offer a roadmap to help administrators navigate the complexities of the academic year ahead.
Episode 15: Dr. Fallert and Dr. Hepburn Discussing Trends Noticed
In a "behind the scenes" episode of the Compass PD Podcast, education experts Dr. Natalie Fallert and Dr. Carrie Hepburn delve into the nationwide trends they observed during the 2021-2022 school year.
Episode 13: Fostering Success: Empowering New Teachers through Learning and Mentorship
Dr. Bridgett Niedringhaus shares the importance of supporting new teachers in their first years of teaching. She offers a variety of suggestions to administrators to set their new teachers up for success.
Episodes Designed for District Leaders
Prepare to unlock the secrets of seamless strategic planning in educational districts with Dr. Chris Greiner, a veritable sage in the realm of educational strategy
As Dr. Carrie Hepburn discusses the secrets of systems thinking in educational organizations, engage in a journey to reshape the thinking in education.
Have you ever considered the true backbone of our future lies not in technology or innovation but in the hands of those who stand at the front of the classroom? Join Dr. Carrie Hepburn and Dr. Jessica Arico of Initiative Co., exploring the critical intersection of health and wellness for educators.
Join Dr. Chris Greiner as we embark on a thought-provoking journey. Strategic planning is the key to continuous improvement, driving success, and, most importantly, equipping students with the skills they need for their future.
Curriculum, Instruction, and Professional Development Leaders join us for a deep-dive discussion navigating the nuances of district leadership and talking about enhancing instructional practices and curriculums in November and December.
Ready to reimagine the strategic planning process in education? Join us as we embark on a thought-provoking journey with Dr. Chris Greiner, unraveling the essence of strategic planning and its impact on organizations.
Have you ever thought about how your school calendar could embody your values? Imagine a shared understanding of priorities that fosters deep relationships and maintains balance within your school community.
Are you ready to level up your school leadership skills? Brace yourself for an immersive educational experience with Dr. Carrie Hepburn.
This conversation with Jackie highlights the collaborative approach to improving educator understanding through proficiency scales.
Compass PD's Dr. Carrie Hepburn gives education leaders some quick tips to consider for curriculum audits. This short video is just the beginning of diving into ensuring guaranteed and viable curricula within a district.
This conversation with Jackie highlights the collaborative approach to improving educator understanding through proficiency scales.
Have you ever felt overwhelmed juggling your calendar, emails, budgets, and data collection as an educational leader? Dr. Hepburn shares personal experiences and proven strategies to help you navigate these challenges.
Episode 12: Is PD Planning and Curriculum Overwhelming? Develop a Curriculum and Professional Development Cycle
Compass PD's Dr. Hepburn shares the purpose of a curriculum and professional development cycles. Learn how to develop a plan that ensures high-quality, relevant curricula and professional learning for your district!
Episode 6: Unpacking Standards Discussion
In this episode, Dr. Carrie talks with Instructional Coaches about the process of unpacking standards. Hear from a district that recently went through this essential but often daunting process.
Episode 5: Curriculum Academy with Betsy Rivas
On this very special episode, Dr. Carrie speaks to Professional Learning Leader Betsy Rivas about the Curriculum Academy. The academy is designed to build capacity by developing teachers leaders into curriculum experts!
Episode 4: Data Discussion with David Brothers
Dr. Carrie Hepburn had an energizing and inspiring discussion with David Brothers. David shares his experience leading educators through powerful data discussions, ones that empower and excite teachers.