Chad Dumas, Ed.D., is an educational consultant with Next Learning Solutions, international presenter and award-winning researcher whose primary focus is collaborating to develop capacity for continuous improvement. Having been a successful teacher, principal, central office administrator, professional developer and consultant in a variety of school districts, he brings his passion, expertise, and skills to his writing and speaking as he … Read More
Episode 79: Connie Hamilton
Connie Hamilton has served the field of education as a teacher, instructional coach, elementary and secondary principal, and district curriculum director. She is the author of two books including her latest, the best seller, Hacking Questions. Connie is known for hands-on, practical approaches to solving instructional snafus. Educators love how she offers specific strategies that actually work and can be … Read More
Episode #82: Heather Lyon
Heather Lyon came to education because she wanted to write but needed a back-up plan because she knew she couldn’t become a well-paid, famous author overnight. She was fortunate because her cooperating teacher was inspirational and she realized she loved teaching. She became a certified Reading Specialist after completing her Master’s degree in education at the University at Buffalo, and … Read More
Episode #89: Debbie Silver
Dr. Debbie Silver is a brilliantly funny, beautifully insightful, and boldly authentic speaker, author, and educator based in Melissa, TX. She has dedicated her life to understanding learning and growth behavior and has become a world-renowned and empowering speaker. Debbie seeks to help teachers find the joy in the daily job of teaching so that children can embrace the … Read More
How to Pay for Your Professional Development
Today, I am discussing how to pay for your professional development for yourself or for a teacher, and new funding initiatives and how to use them. Effective professional development enables leaders and teachers to develop the knowledge and skills they need to address students’ learning challenges. I cover Title I and Title II funding which are the most common funding … Read More