Amplify - ALP

Trailblazer Cohorts

Learning Walks

Coaching Academy

Program Impact

Words from our partners

I think that this is the beginning of what will be a great path for our school. As we strive for equity among our learners, facilitators and leaders we will have a great impact on the entire community as the effects will send ripples through our 'pond' that will move on and on.

Principal

Mesa Public Schools (AZ)

Thank you, this was amazing! I panicked about the complexity of the Look Fors document and its use with classified leaders. I underestimated the power of your facilitation to make the magic happen- you made it relevant, meaningful, and actionable. Big learning for me today!

District Administrator

Winchester County Schools (VA)

[The ALP consultant] practiced what she preached. She modeled the effective use of blended learning practices and the participants actively demonstrated exemplars and solved problems. She was also very articulate, analytical, personable, authentic, and relevant. Products were created and goals were accomplished throughout the day. I don't feel like I am leaving here with more work to do; I was able to learn while I was here.

School Administrator

Chatham County Schools (NC)

Students are more highly engaged in the classroom curriculum. Learning activities have grown to include digital platforms where students have "voice and choice" to allow for creativity in learning.

5th Grade Teacher

Pinellas County Schools (FL)

The concept of learning walks and coaching practice will help me in working with teachers in my building as we continue to provide opportunities for meaningful learning experiences through student engagement and purposeful use of technology.

School-Based Technology Specialist

Fairfax County Public Schools (VA)

The Computational Thinking Concept is becoming more familiar and I now understand how computational thinking applies to all mathematical processes. With the use of technology, I know students will be engaged in the learning process without them realizing they are applying all computational thinking principles in solving math problems.

4th Grade Teacher

Pflugerville ISD (TX)

I feel like I can now take a "typical" teacher-centered notes/lecture lesson and turn it into a valuable learning experience. I feel confident that I can provide students with opportunities for active learning and critical thinking.

Math Teacher

Davis School District (UT)

[The Professional Learning Facilitator] has done an outstanding job of pushing our admin/coaching team to really dig in and think about our practice as we move into a fuller implementation of our learner-centered model. I can see real growth and understanding in our admins and in our teachers from where we started a few years ago.

Director of Elementary Learning & Teaching

Lake Travis ISD (TX)

Going from the overview of what Strategic Planning is, to seeing the process unfold has been a learning experience. While it may seem simple in nature when looked at from a distance, there are several key components to the actual groundwork that gets done. The ability to have the work groups findings readily available led to deep conversations about where we are and where we want to go.

School Administrator

Mesa Public Schools (AZ)

Through open-ended questioning and discussion, my team interacted with each competency to gain a deeper understanding of how competencies pertained to our work. As a team, we discussed scenarios, shared examples of practice, and reflected on experiences. The component of the professional learning session that best supported my learning experience was the development piece of the PL, presenting to peers and participating in other presentations.

TTIS

Cobb County School District (GA)

Learning Walks

When schools and classrooms operate in isolation, it can lead to decisions and assumptions about learning without considering evidence of classroom practice. Through learning walks, educators can dismantle their silos and collaborate with colleagues to identify and build a shared understanding of their district’s learning model. Learning walks are a powerful form of adult learning and collaboration that harness high-yield networking and design within and between schools.

Consultants will facilitate guided learning walks with educators in order to gather data grounded in the district’s learning model. Participants observe their colleagues’ instructional practice and curate evidence of learning through facilitated protocols. Finally, participants synthesize learning data to generate a theory of action to improve the student experience.

Learning Walks for Data-Informed Decisions

The evidence of established classroom routines demonstrates the effectiveness of technology as a learning tool, no matter what technology structures were in place,

Trailblazer Cohorts

Trailblazer cohorts are a form of professional learning designed to scale high-yield instructional practices within and between schools by empowering early adopters to take supported risks. Through comprehensive support, selected trailblazers gain the knowledge, skills, and resources needed to introduce forward-thinking methods in their classrooms. Our coaches support these trailblazers as they model transformative teaching practices, make a commitment to support colleagues and advocate for continuous learning. Trailblazers integrate research-based practices and learner-centered pedagogies within their daily facilitation. Over time, their learning environments can become model classrooms that welcome coaches and educators to observe innovative practices. This collaborative culture promotes continuous learning and growth for the trailblazers, their colleagues, and students.

Trailblazer Spotlight: Beth Gillikin

Beth says it best herself: her students can do anything on their Chromebooks, but what she and her students have learned is so much more than use of a tool.

Coaching Academy

ALP’s Coaching Academy cultivates transformative coaching experiences and fosters collaborative learning among coaches, driving personal and professional growth. Built on trust and collaboration, coaching relationships prioritize shared learning and continuous improvement. Through skillful facilitation and peer-to-peer interaction, coaches enhance their abilities, drawing from diverse experiences and insights. This dynamic environment promotes job-embedded collaboration, expanding expertise and nurturing a coaching culture rooted in both student and educator agency. With a focus on personalized guidance and consistent high-quality coaching, the Academy empowers coaches to unlock individual potential and drive lasting transformations, transcending traditional roles to create a community of teacher-learners.

We All Need a Coach

Growth requires coaching.

Program Impact

To demonstrate program impact, leaders must have a plan for gathering and analyzing data. Whether implementing a district-wide program or piloting new practices with a small group, ALP consultants, trained in program evaluation and data analytics, will collaborate with district staff to collect, analyze, and interpret program data. The resulting Program Impact Plan will break down clear paths to gather, analyze, and leverage data to inform ongoing implementation decisions (timelines, strategy, tactics). ALP’s interactive data dashboards and reporting will demonstrate the program’s impact in real terms for all stakeholders.