6C’s – Confessions of a Former Instructional Coach

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Best Practice Isn’t Always Next Practice

By Dr. Christina Podraza on November 2, 2019

I walked into a 5th-grade classroom Tuesday morning during our math block and almost walked right back out because I was sure the students were taking a test and I didn’t want to interrupt. The students were working fervently on a worksheet, pencil to paper, pausing periodically to reflect, erasing at times, and moving on

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The Purpose of Education Is to What???

By Dr. Christina Podraza on January 13, 2019January 13, 2019

Audio version of this post. I’ll admit it. When I go to parties I can’t help myself. As much as I try to avoid it, I inevitably talk about education. Especially if there’s beer. One good IPA will get me waxing poetic about my vision of education for pretty much the entire night. I’ve

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Dr. Christina Podraza

A former teacher, instructional coach and now administrator, I have spent my entire career in education learning, creating, tinkering, and exploring all with the intent of trying to figure out what will have the greatest impact on student learning. Among my friends and colleagues I am known as a trusted confidante and someone who asks really good questions. I believe that all members of the school community would benefit from approaching school like a coach. My hope is that through this blog I will be able to meet new people, learn new ideas and push my own thinking. I look forward to connecting with you!