Learn about about Laser Conversations and the SR3: A Framework for Teacher Evaluation and Support Laser Conversations are a tool for administrators to conduct informal, focused check-ins with staff throughout the day. These are brief but intentional conversations centered around a specific topic, strategy, or area of practice. The goal is to suppor…

Growing Intentionally via Systemic Thinking by Dr. Frank Davila This is an insightful perspective! Growth, whether personal or professional, often requires a deliberate and intentional approach. Dr. Frank Davila's emphasis on systemic thinking highlights the importance of preparation and understanding the interconnectedness of actions and decisions…

Restorative practices are a teaching and learning approach that focuses on building relationships and repairing harm in schools: Building relationships: Restorative practices help students and staff build relationships and create a safe learning environment. Repairing harm: When harm is caused, restorative practices help students understand how the…

Welcome to our exciting new series focused on School Discipline and Classroom Management. In this four-part exploration, we aim to empower educators with effective strategies and insights from experienced professionals in the field. Each session will feature guest speakers who have successfully navigated the challenges of discipline and management,…

Turnaround 4C Plan Tools: Three Tier Teacher Evaluations, SR3 method of evaluating teachers, 5 x 5 Parent Contract The Tier Teacher Evaluations, SR3 Method of Evaluating Teachers, and the 5 x 5 Parent Contract, integral components of the 4C Turnaround Plan, are key strategies designed to support new teachers in enhancing student learning and buildi…

The Discipline Matrix is a progressive disciplinary model to be used by staff that brings consistency to student consequences for minor behavior infractions. Teachers are empowered to address student behavior issues before it moves to administration. It identifies inappropriate student behaviors and provides consequences for their actions but also …

The Turnaround 4C Plan is your educational map for the school year to improve student success. This starts with developing a strong culture where all groups, students, teachers, and parents, feel safe and comfortable in their school, where they feel that they matter. Your game plan goals are to build a positive climate, create a unified working env…

The last piece of the Turnaround 4C Plan is Connections. Bryan and Mark discuss how Connections is the interwoven piece that makes the other three components; Climate, Culture, Curriculum successful and sustainable part of the process. In addition, they share how relationships between teachers, students, administration and community build connectio…

Bryan Wright and Mark McBeth discuss part three of the Turnaround 4CPlan. Once Climate and Culture is implemented with fidelity, schools are ready for true academic change that is sustainable. This usually occurs in year three. For more information about the the topics discussed, Bryan Wright: [email protected] Mark McBeth: mark@educationalrelev…

Welcome to Educational Relevance, a platform for experienced educators to share proven successful strategies to educate today’s students. Bryan Wright, who has over 25 years experience as a lead school administrator, along with Mark McBeth, who also has experience as a school administrator, will continue sharing the Turnaround 4C Plan to improve an…

Part Two of the Turnaround 4C Plan Bryan Wright and Mark McBeth discuss tools used to build a positive school climate in order for students to feel safe in their school which will increase student learning. Tools such as norms vs. rules, and being visible in the community. For more information about the the topics discussed, Bryan Wright: brwright4…

With the new school year fast approaching, learn about the Turnaround 4C Plan. A proven method used over the past twenty years to improve school test scores, increase attendance, lower disciplinary rates, and for high schools, increase graduation rates. Topics discussed: Each component of the Turnaround 4C Plan Why improvement starts with your scho…

Dr. Jerry Valentine, who is a professor emeritus at the University of Missouri, brings over 50 years of experience to the educational field. His strategies have been utilized in over 35 states currently in several international countries. Dr. Valentine will share information on higher order thinking in order to positively impact academic success. F…

Dr. Jerry Valentine, a professor emeritus at the University of Missouri. Jerry brings a half century of knowledge and experience and is sharing the instructional practice inventory which involves an opportunity to collect data and communicate with educators about what is happening inside the classrooms to engage students. For more information on th…

Sue Alexander and Dr. Sarah Jerome share ideas on being a creative thinker in order to develop consensus and build a vision in your schools and school district. These educators have decades of successful school leadership experience to share. For more information about the the topics discussed, Bryan Wright: [email protected] Mark McBeth: mark@e…

Our guests, Sue Alexander and Dr. Sarah Jerome, share strategies, Isolate the Issue and Predict and Prevent, which efficiently and effectively address problems that arise for the school administrator. This episode will be helpful to new and experienced school administrators. Sue Alexander served on administrative teams in three different public-sch…

For more information about the the topics discussed, Bryan Wright: [email protected] Mark McBeth: [email protected] Thanks for listening. If you would like to share your thoughts or topic ideas, or would like to be a guest, you can find Educational Relevance on Facebook, YouTube or contact us at [email protected]…

For more information about the the topics discussed, Bryan Wright: [email protected] Mark McBeth: [email protected] Thanks for listening. If you would like to share your thoughts or topic ideas, or would like to be a guest, you can find Educational Relevance on Facebook, YouTube or contact us at [email protected]…

For more information about the the topics discussed, Bryan Wright: [email protected] Mark McBeth: [email protected] Thanks for listening. If you would like to share your thoughts or topic ideas, or would like to be a guest, you can find Educational Relevance on Facebook, YouTube or contact us at [email protected]…

Dr. Davila will be talking about being a material leader and listening to your voice from within. Listeners can find a link to his article titled Leadership Voices on YouTube, Facebook, and Buzzsprout as well as the link below. https://docs.google.com/document/d/1JZHZj4ZY-6W37axC_a9x7Fch3utAHEav/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=114539196425473710011&rtpof=tru…

Be sure to check out our episode on Educational Relevance featuring our guest, Dr. Frank Davila. Dr. Davila will be talking about leadership in a diverse school and providing an equitable education for every single child, regardless of their background, language, culture and traditions. As well as ways to make adjustments to help them get into the …

For teachers who need a fun, engaging, simple lesson to get through the few weeks of instruction during the month of December, listen to this proven successful lesson from Sue Knopp, retired educator from District 11 in Colorado Springs. The strategy called Gallery Walk can be used for any subject and any time of the year. For more information abou…

Introducing our podcast, Educational Relevance. This podcast is a platform for experienced educators to share proven successful strategies to educate today's students. Hosted by Mark McBeth and Bryan Wright In our upcoming podcasts, you'll hear more stories and strategies from our guests and hosts on various topics. New podcasts will be released ev…