20th Annual Teacher Leadership Institute: Inspiring Excellence

Discover how to turn everyday phenomena into powerful science lessons that spark curiosity and critical thinking. In this hands-on session, you’ll explore the Ambitious Science Teaching framework and learn how to design lessons that are both engaging and equitable. Bring a laptop and a science lesson you've used recently—we'll work together to add in engaging elements. You'll leave with practical strategies and clear next steps to make science instruction more meaningful for all learners.

Discover how coaching can happen in everyday moments—not just formal meetings—by rethinking what coaching looks like in your role. In this session, teachers, administrators, and teacher leaders will reflect on your current environment, assess your readiness to engage in or offer coaching, and explore where meaningful conversations can take root. Through real scenarios and practical tools, you'll identify ways to support growth in yourself and others. Leave with ideas and strategies to help build a culture of continuous learning, no matter your title.

Discover how to turn everyday phenomena into powerful science lessons that spark curiosity and critical thinking. In this hands-on session, you’ll explore the Ambitious Science Teaching framework and learn how to design lessons that are both engaging and equitable. Bring a laptop and a science lesson you've used recently—we'll work together to add in engaging elements. You'll leave with practical strategies and clear next steps to make science instruction more meaningful for all learners.