Learn more about our sessions:
Teacher lead network
TNTP coaches work one-on-one with 30 of our Teachers of the Year over the course of one year. FTLN members focus on setting goals to improve their instructional practice and also to learn how to mentor a colleague.
Leading from the classroom
Jessica Solano and Christie Bassett share the creation of their mentoring program Leading from the Classroom. They will dive into the goals, application process, selection of materials, coaching skills, and the benefits of teacher driven PD.
Socratic Seminars
Learn how to incorporate Socratic Seminars, student led discussions, based on text, into any grade-level with Robin Diedrichs and Dana Kelly. They will address the structure and format, benefits to students, and how to implement in your classroom.
Steven Sanders
2014 Fishman Prize for Superlative Classroom Practice Winner
Steven is passionate about teaching the next generation that anything is possible with dedication and hard work, a message he shared for 7 years as a band director and advisor at UIC College Prep on the west side of Chicago. As a recent settler in New Orleans, he seeks to continue his educational goal by assisting schools in providing productive learning minutes for every student - 100% of the time.