Why are so many students disengaged? Might we be able to teach them to INVEST in their own learning? If so, how? Students engage and even rise to the level of "investment" when they see life relevance in their learning. Learn from some examples of authentic, life-embedded classroom activities and share out some of your […]
The halfway point of the school year is a powerful moment to pause, reflect, and refocus. In this session, educators will learn how to analyze formative and benchmark assessment data to identify student learning needs and make strategic instructional adjustments. Participants will explore practical methods for grouping students, targeting skill gaps, and planning responsive lessons […]
Cohort members will share experiences about what is working with their students in the areas of literacy and dyslexia. The specific topics will be updated after feedback is received from the 1st cohort meeting (check for topics after September 30).
Assessment and accountability data tell us a lot more than how well our school performs. Assessment and accountability data, including performance indices and item analyses, provide a roadmap for services at the heart of our mission -- educating students! Learn how to use data indicators to target schoolwide needs, meet specific student learning needs, and […]
How does a school leader deal with parents who cannot be reached or who are not responsive to the needs of their child's schooling? Come prepared to discuss your most difficult interactions with parents, what has worked for you, and what research and best practices might guide us. BCHF's Leadership Cohort is an accepting, conversational […]
Mistakes aren't obstacles-when leveraged well, they are catalysts for deep learning. This session explores how educators can create conditions where students view errors as valuable data rather than failures. We'll discuss the psychology behind mistake-making, including growth mindset principles, brain science, and the role of productive struggle. Through interactive examples and discussion, participants will learn […]
Every question in math class signals what we value-speed or thinking, recall or reasoning. This session helps educators craft and adjust questions that uncover student thinking and deepen mathematical understanding. Participants will use student work and video cases to examine patterns in their questioning, plan for purposeful prompts, and reflect on how questions can support […]
This is the first collaborative session for the book study on Teach Like A Champion's Guide to the Science of Reading. Anyone can attend any session! Attendees who register and attend at least three sessions will receive a copy of the book. In this initial meeting, we will introduce the book's core arguments and dive […]
Good discussions offer teachers a window into students' thinking, but great discussions empower students to drive their learning. Move beyond "turn and talk" to craft discourse routines that are purposeful, structured, and anchored in high expectations. Participants will experience student-generated questioning techniques that deepen comprehension and ignite curiosity, then learn discussion structures that help every […]
High-quality formative data can do more than tell us who "got it" and who didn't! In this asynchronous session, educators will learn practical approaches to collecting and analyzing evidence of student reasoning to inform responsive instruction. Participants will explore approaches to classifying and grading student responses, practice interpreting misconceptions and partial understandings; and design quick […]
