Every teacher should teach literacy and numeracy—no matter the subject.

This message hit home during my keynote at Anne Arundel County Public Schools’ RISE Conference.

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Real PBL isn’t about the project — it’s about the process.
If students aren’t learning to collaborate, communicate, and think critically, the project failed before it started.

That’s where PBL+ changes the game.

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In 10th grade, I asked my geometry teacher, “Why are we learning this?”
And he didn't know either!

When we teach without context, learning loses meaning.

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If someone can push your buttons and make you react, they’re in charge—not you.

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Instructional innovation in action.

Today in Tuba City Schools, two teaching teams—Junior High and Elementary—dug into learning walks on strengthening instructional practice through collective teacher efficacy.

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Too often, schools separate what should stay connected.
Literacy and numeracy aren’t “extras” — they’re the foundation.

Every teacher is a literacy teacher. Every classroom is a chance to strengthen skills.

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This summer I’ve seen it firsthand: You can’t force team cohesion.

To lead real change, you’ve got to address the resistance head-on—informal culture &teacher efficacy.

Full article on @Edutopia: edut.to/458xEvq

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Instructional Innovation+ helps schools strengthen teaching, integrate literacy and math, and build future-ready classrooms.

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Huge thanks to Corwin for organizing this book signing at #AVL2025.

It was an honor to connect with participants and fellow authors who are committed to meaningful work in education.

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Growth doesn’t happen in comfort. Lean into the hard stuff—it’s where strength, wisdom, and resilience are built.

What challenge are you leaning into this week?

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Not every session needs a suit—just honest dialogue, a marker & educators willing to rethink instruction.

In Iowa, we dug into what makes instructional innovation the main thing, not an add-on.
Always inspired by teachers ready to put in the work!

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Instructional Innovation+ coaching helps administrators build feedback systems that strengthen teaching teams—not add to their plates.

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My New Book!

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Many schools try to fix instruction—without deeply observing it.
That’s where most improvement plans fall apart.

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Instructional Innovation+ is a proven model that helps schools strengthen teaching, integrate AI literacy through PBL & build sustainable systems for growth.

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