Resources

CLASS® observations have been a crucial component in operationalizing Louisiana’s vision for unified early childhood systems and the data are used by decision-makers at the site, system, and state level. The COVID-19 pandemic has required reconsidering how to conduct observations as well as how to use the data collected from observations. Learn how Louisiana has continued to use the CLASS® tool to maintain a focus on quality interactions in the midst of COVID-19 while also responding to the complexities presented by the pandemic.

Whether you are writing your transition plan, preparing to return, or have already returned to in-person learning, you, like many other educational leaders, are likely facing many challenges and unknowns. Watch this panel discussion and hear from educational leaders across the nation on how they view their role in reopening and the considerations driving their plans.

Learn ways in which teachers can draw on what we know about effective interactions to best support dual language learners during remote learning and as children return to school.

Learn about the benefits of, challenges to, and strategies for effective interactions among the adults involved in the education of students with learning differences.

Explore the impact of COVID-19 on FCC programs, how to observe mixed-age settings, and general considerations for using CLASS in an FCC program.

Learn new solutions to help your teachers get the on-demand and distanced professional development support they need.

Learn practical, research-based strategies to promote equitable teaching so that every child can experience life-changing teaching interactions.

Drawing from well-known early childhood approaches, the Principles of Ideal Learning outline core concepts that form the foundation of high-quality early childhood education. But what does Ideal Learning look like in socially distanced or virtual learning settings? Hear from experts and gain practical advice for educators and leaders.

Get helpful tools and experiences to build resilience and support your well-being. Enhance your emotional awareness and compassion for both your own self-care and the care and nurturing of others.

Explore meaningful remote coaching using the myTeachstone platform. You will learn strategies on ways to plan, launch, and implement coaching using myTeachstone to support remote coaching.

Helpful strategies and resources to aid teachers as they support parents during COVID-19

On-Demand: Learn a framework for understanding resilience and work on building your “resilience lens.”