PDK International

Our mission is to inspire and grow current and rising educators to become community leaders and advocates for high quality education

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Come learn with us in the next month with three expert-fueled webinars! https://t.co/q00O6L8crj

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Chapter 0151 of PDK is sponsoring a live event next month with speaker Dr. Salome Thomas-El. Register to attend: https://t.co/EPfnvXoQKn

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Schools spend billions on professional learning, yet too much of it never changes classroom practice. What separates PD that teachers endure from PD that actually works? Five strategies stand out. https://t.co/iswsUXRXRY

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What if the most powerful instructional coaches were already working down the hall? One district's long-running approach to teacher leadership offers a compelling model for spreading innovation from within. https://t.co/o5ZcjUAoRF

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Education reforms are doomed to fail if they don’t get at the underlying reasons students aren’t learning. This Kappan article offers insights, research, and practical ideas for educators and school leaders. https://t.co/WHM24Vf8nU

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Happy Independence Day!

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What challenges—and opportunities—are shaping education today? This Kappan article offers insights, research, and practical ideas for educators and school leaders. https://t.co/fwWg8L3WGt

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A study published last fall demonstrated that many schools are experimenting with how AI is used and given access to students in schools. Our recent Kappan article explores leading from the classroom: https://t.co/ATsSZQ53jn

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Our solutions are powering GYO programs in districts across the nation who want a hand in developing their community's teacher pipeline. Access our GYO Playbook: https://t.co/yZ4br31fuq

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The best coaching doesn't begin with a program—it begins with a relationship. Learn how teacher-centered coaching can build trust, strengthen practice, and support lasting growth. https://t.co/8rOwCkuxyR

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CEO Jeanie Lee met with our national student officers this morning to engage in some leadership development. Haylie, Owen, Faith, and Allianna will be on stage tonight leading our opening general session with keynoter Ashlie Crosson!

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Jeanie Lee shares thoughts ahead of this year's EdRising conference: Are we ready to let our students lead? https://t.co/iZph0B0zkb

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Grow Your Own programs recruit from populations that are more diverse than the existing teacher workforce. In 2022-2023, 52% of students in public schools were students of color, compared to just 21% of teachers who identify as persons of color. https://t.co/UBsangP2Rr

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By May and June, even great teachers can feel like they're losing the room. What if the problem isn't motivation—but how students are channeling their energy? Explore practical ways to keep middle schoolers engaged through the final weeks of school. https://t.co/NiLKQU7a2r

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John Wilson has had a lot of impact in his career, which technically started before he even graduated from college! Learn about John's incredible career of service in education in our latest podcast: https://t.co/AMht3uaRqk

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We can't believe it's almost here! If you can't join us in Portland, follow everything #EdRising26 via our Conference Daily blog. Check out the highlights from last year's amazing event: https://t.co/mddMLF8Wx0

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Learn how multiple EPPs in Pennsylvania are helping students fast-track their way toward their degrees: https://t.co/qK73jbjQtA

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Many students never seriously consider teaching—not because they aren't interested, but because the profession feels out of reach. How can schools change that perception? https://t.co/Z5wDJ4T7ns

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With school leaders divided, how will students benefit from the use or misuse of AI in education? Our recent Kappan article approaches this topic, leading from within the classroom: https://t.co/vcq05xtCSq

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Many students who join Educators Rising articulate a strong desire to help their future students. They crave the opportunity to make a difference and to have purpose and impact in their future career. https://t.co/veKVENSqzW