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Big thanks to Dr. Phyllis Haynes and the VDOE T/TAC team for inviting me to speak at this week’s Tapestry for Learning Conference. Every attendee received a copy of Instructional Innovation+.

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July 10, 2025 at 12:12 PM
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Instructional innovation is an ongoing process—here’s how my II+ model helps teaching teams lead real change in schools.

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Instructional Innovation+ | A Model for Lasting School Improvement
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May 3, 2025 at 11:51 AM
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The Piper USD 203 Board is rolling out an innovative 3-week rotation system to provide tailored support for students, ensuring they get the focused attention they need to thrive.

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School Implements New 3-Week Rotations for Student Intervention Support
Administrators establish a 3-week rotation system to enhance student learning and intervention.
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August 13, 2025 at 11:01 AM
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Grateful to Common Ground Maryland for creating a space where instructional innovation and high-quality PBL aren’t just ideas—they’re already in motion.

If you're planning an event and want a speaker who brings both strategy and heart, let’s talk.

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March 29, 2025 at 2:37 PM
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💡 PD that makes an impact! This week, we worked with Saint Joseph Catholic School to refine instruction, strengthen student connections & differentiate learning. When done right, PD fuels real change! 🔥 #JorgeDoesPBL #InstructionalInnovation #TeacherSupport
March 15, 2025 at 3:03 PM
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Tired of spending hours on lesson prep and content creation?
These AI tools changed the game for me—streamlining everything from emails to reels.
Educators, it’s time to work smarter.

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These AI Tools Will Make Educators' Work Easier | ISTE
AI tools recently made available to the public have the potential to dramatically reduce educators’ workloads, especially when it comes to rote or mundane…
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May 29, 2025 at 12:37 PM
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The go-to guide for real instructional change is here.
Grab your copy of Instructional Innovation+:
www.corwin.com/books/instru...

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May 30, 2025 at 2:32 PM
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Robotics isn’t just for the STEM class.

Used with purpose, it builds creativity, collaboration & real-world skills—across subjects.

📖 www.edutopia.org/article/inco...

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April 29, 2025 at 11:55 AM
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“You don’t just grow a business—you grow into the kind of person who can lead it.”

New clip from the Lifelong Learning Defined Podcast:
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You don’t just grow a business—you grow into the kind of person who can lead it.
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April 18, 2025 at 2:17 PM
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Grateful to Dr. Melissa Bilagody and the Tuba City Unified team. Today’s real-time walkthroughs are helping us build a strong, research-informed plan for leadership and instructional growth. Big thanks to Corwin for the partnership.

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May 15, 2025 at 11:03 AM
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“I tried to talk to everybody… & nobody listened.”

Coach Tony Kimble shared this on #LLDPodcast.

Clarity on your audience isn’t optional. It’s the key to impact.

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Nobody Was Listening Until I Did This | Coach Tony Kimble on Finding Your Audience
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April 11, 2025 at 3:55 PM
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Not every school wants a quick fix.
LLD coaching = real growth, real strategy, real impact.
Let’s build something that lasts.

🔗 www.lifelonglearningdefined.com/contact

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April 19, 2025 at 2:44 PM
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We can’t expect students to succeed if we never teach them how.
2 steps to help them build habits that support learning:
🔗 www.edutopia.org/article/guid...

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April 24, 2025 at 11:55 AM
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Redesign learning with purpose.
PBL+ is how we move from compliance to connection.

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🎓 From Compliance to Connection: Bring PBL+ to Your School
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April 16, 2025 at 12:33 PM
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When group work flops, try flipping the script.
Reciprocal reading protocols get students talking—and thinking.

Full article via Edutopia:
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Promoting Student Collaboration With Reciprocal Reading Protocols
Opportunities to read and work through text with a peer encourage students to take an active role in their learning.
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April 17, 2025 at 3:25 PM
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Instructional innovation isn’t a quick fix—it’s a system.

In this clip, I break down how the II+ model supports real growth through core instruction, PBL, and action research.

Watch here: youtube.com/shorts/M1Unc...

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Instructional innovation+ Explained
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June 6, 2025 at 11:40 AM
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Nothing drives student success like a skilled, caring teacher.
Tools matter. Curriculum matters.
But connection? That’s what moves learning.

📍 From ISTE + ASCD
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Nothing shapes student success more than a skilled and caring teacher.
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July 16, 2025 at 12:02 PM
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AI isn’t coming—it’s here.
Here’s how to bring it into your classroom the right way →
www.edutopia.org/article/tips...

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Tips and Resources for Introducing Students to Artificial Intelligence
Lessons about AI can provide a great entry point into computer science for middle and high school students.
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May 13, 2025 at 5:43 PM
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People don’t just need your origin story. They need your conversion story—the struggles you’ve overcome.

That’s where hope lives. That’s how you earn trust and show others that change is possible.

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September 15, 2025 at 1:05 PM
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Looking to level up your school’s PD?
Instructional Innovation+, with Corwin, helps school teams use action research to drive change.

📘 Get the book: www.corwin.com/books/instru...
📩 Inquire here: www.lifelonglearningdefined.com/contact

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April 15, 2025 at 12:06 PM
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“Use the tools and knowledge you’ve got. That’s enough to begin.
But more importantly, become the kind of leader your vision needs.”
— Dr. Jorge Valenzuela

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May 2, 2025 at 1:59 PM
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AI in schools isn’t optional—it’s here. The real question: how do we use it in PBL without losing student creativity or voice?

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August 19, 2025 at 2:42 PM
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Collaborative teams don’t just happen—they’re built.
This short clip shows how I model low-stakes strategies to help educators build trust, re-engage the brain, and work better together.

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Collaborative teams don’t just happen—they’re built.. #jorgedoespbl #instructionalinnovation
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April 2, 2025 at 1:51 PM
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Teacher burnout isn’t a vibe—it’s a systems issue.

3 leadership moves that still matter👇
💡 Clarify focus
🛡️ Build trust
🤝 Lead with people

Full article via @edutopia: www.edutopia.org/article/supp...
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Supporting Teachers During Times of Crisis
After two difficult years, teachers need support from administrators more than ever, but providing the right support is key.
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March 27, 2025 at 9:25 PM
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Hunterdon Central is revolutionizing education with new instructional priorities that promise to transform student learning through personalized strategies and engaging teaching methods.

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Hunterdon Central outlines new instructional priorities to enhance teaching strategies
District leaders present strategic focus on student engagement and personalized learning initiatives.
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July 10, 2025 at 7:42 AM