Courtney Smith

~Mother of my 2 favorite cowboys~ Senior Specialist @ NIET~

[TDHam08 @TheresaHamiton]

No better way to spend a Friday morning than with the @NIETteach South-Central Regional Team. This group of skilled lead learners who are reflective & student outcomes focused as we continue our pursuit of instructional excellence.
#TheNIETway
@amyygayle
@ChristinaHulin

[National Institute for Excellence in Teaching @NIETteach]

💡 Ready to level up your coaching game? Get ready for Increasing Coaching Effectiveness Through Reflective Practice at NSI! Discover how intentional reflection can better support educators’ individual needs. Learn more here: https://t.co/UcX5F19iSE #NIET2025

[Courtney Smith @Courtney061815]

Great learning took place today with Riverview schools at their Principal retreat! How are we using our school plan to create daily actions that lead to impact on student achievement? @amyygayle @TheresaHamiton

[TDHam08 @TheresaHamiton]

.@NIETteach will be facilitating sessions at the @doelouisisna Teacher Leader Summit. Come join us as we build educator excellence! #TheNIETway

[Amy Y. Gayle @amyygayle]

.@NIETteach great day with @Courtney061815 her intentional planning for end of the year reflection set this team up for success!

[Amy Y. Gayle @amyygayle]

.@NIETteach great morning start in @drew_schools with Senior Specialist @Courtney061815 who is taking 1st year master teachers through deep reflection around cluster implementation and high-quality teacher support…What evidence do we have that our actions have been impactful?

[Josh Barnett @NIETjbarnett]

I’m thrilled to introduce the incredible educators joining the 2025-2026 NIET Fellows cohort! These 12 fellows embody excellence and I can't wait to see their growth throughout the program. @NIETteach #NIET2025 #NIETFellows

[Amy Y. Gayle @amyygayle]

.@NIETteach Happy to be in the beautiful Hot Springs, AR for @The_AAEA Federal Coordinators Conference ready to “Fuel Futures”

[National Institute for Excellence in Teaching @NIETteach]

Happy #TeacherAppreciationWeek! 🍎✨ This week we're celebrating the impact of educators across the nation and their dedication to letting students thrive. Thank you, teachers! #ThankATeacher

[TDHam08 @TheresaHamiton]

.@NIETteach South-Central Team is excited to "Celebrate Learning" during our May Team Meeting. We are excited to reflect & plan our actions to close out this year with clear evidence of impact.
# TheNIETway
"It takes what it takes!"
@amyygayle
@ChristinaHulin

[TDHam08 @TheresaHamiton]

Check out EE Pass! It is a digital platform that enhances the high-quality support of a @NIETteach Senior Specialist.
@amyygayle
@ChristinaHulin

[Courtney Smith @Courtney061815]

Drew Central ILT reflecting on actions taken this year that have contributed to successfully impacting student achievement. “Self-reflection is the school of wisdom”. @amyygayle @TheresaHamiton

[Courtney Smith @Courtney061815]

Great day at Riverview Jr/High using evidence/data to reflect on actions that have impacted student achievement. Administrators used the reflection to create action plan steps for the upcoming school year. @amyygayle @TheresaHamiton

[Courtney Smith @Courtney061815]

A wonderful day at Kensett Elementary reflecting on goals for the school year. The primary focus at Kensett Elementary is delivering clear, specific feedback that aligns with standards and a high-quality curriculum. As Principal Bremer put it, "People are hungry for feedback."

[TDHam08 @TheresaHamiton]

.@NIETteach South-Central Team is excited to celebrate April during our team meeting as we "Hop into Learning" !🐇
#WeGrowTogether
#TheNIETway
@amyygayle
@ChristinaHulin

[Courtney Smith @Courtney061815]

Great day of coaching at Drew Central Middle School around standards based instruction and ensuring we are planning intentionally for every student. Great things are happening in Arkansas! ✨✨ @amyygayle @TheresaHamiton

[Erin Foster @ErinFosterTeach]

If you want to enhance your instructional leadership skills and collaborate with expert peers from across the nation, apply to be an #NIETFellow. Applications will close April 11, so do not delay! #NIET2025 @NIETteach

[Erin Foster @ErinFosterTeach]

Teacher leaders, don’t wait another minute! Apply to #NIETFellows today for an opportunity to take your leadership skills to new levels! @NIETteach #NIET2025

[Courtney Smith @Courtney061815]

We had a great day at JoAnn Walters Elementary in Dierks, Arkansas analyzing Atlas Interim data and creating a plan to support teachers with reflecting on their instruction. The more reflective you are, the more effective you are. @amyygayle @TheresaHamiton

[TDHam08 @TheresaHamiton]

.@NIETteach South-Central Partner Spotlight! Thank you for allowing us to support your journey toward instructional excellence through our partnership.
Morehouse Parish
Richland Parish
Riverview Schools
Augusta Schools
@amyygayle
@ChristinaHulin