Robin Variest

NIET Senior Specialist, wife, mom, Saints fan, SU Jag

[Southern University @SouthernU_BR]

Five campuses. One legacy of excellence.

Today, we celebrate Higher Education Day and the impact of the Southern University System in shaping leaders, advancing knowledge and creating opportunities for generations of students across Louisiana and beyond.

#WeAreSouthern

[TDHam08 @TheresaHamiton]

.@NIETteach excited to build educator excellence while sharing big Ideas with leaders about coaching practices by going first to build collective leader capacity.
#LATEACHERLEADERS
@NIETteach
@ChristinaHulin

[Josh Barnett @NIETjbarnett]

NIET is an impactful organization because of the incredible people -- like Devon -- dedicated to a mission of giving all students the opportunity for success. #NIET2026 @Milken @NIETteach

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[National Institute for Excellence in Teaching @NIETteach]

Let's give a big round of applause to our 2026 NIET Founder's Award finalists! 👏 These 5 outstanding schools are in the running for a $50K grand prize - with the winner announced at the 2026 NIET National Conference! #NIET2026

[TDHam08 @TheresaHamiton]

I am so proud of @APSB_official & Sorrento Primary School. What a great honor. Come see at #NationalConference as we showcase their ILT in a Bubble Session.

[Josh Barnett @NIETjbarnett]

Just announced: Five outstanding schools from across the country are finalists for the prestigious NIET Founder's Award! Join us in celebrating these exemplary schools: Horizon Honors Elem, Marthaville Elem & Jr HS, Northview MS, Riverwalk Academy, and Sorrento Primary! #NIET2026

[TDHam08 @TheresaHamiton]

.@NIETteach South-Central Team is preparing to Spring forward with Learning during our March team meeting. We love learning and growing together.
Excellence personified.
#TheNIETway

[TDHam08 @TheresaHamiton]

.@NIETteach February South-Central Partner Spotlight. Thank you for allowing us to support your journey toward instructional excellence through our partnership.
@SBPschools
@MCSchoolsLa
@ChristinaHulin
@RVariest
@marjrabun

[TDHam08 @TheresaHamiton]

.@NIETteach South-Central team is energized and ready for our January meeting as we kick off a new year of learning! Here’s to elevating instructional excellence and supporting educators in powerful, meaningful ways all year long. ✨📚
#TheNIETway
@ChristinaHulin

[Christina Hulin @ChristinaHulin]

Enjoyed joining @NIETteach Senior Specialist @RVariest today at St. Amant Middle School! She supported Dr. Green and her core team as they used the learning walk process to build a shared understanding of instructional excellence. ✨ #TheNIETWay @APSB_official @TheresaHamiton

[Robin Variest @RVariest]

We are @NIET!

[Josh Barnett @NIETjbarnett]

This week at @NIETteach’s All-Staff Retreat, we reflected on our progress and set clear goals ahead. Thank you to each member of our team for your focus, collaboration, and unwavering pursuit of our mission.

[Amy Y. Gayle @amyygayle]

.@NIETteach Summer Challenge has commenced….we had a slow start but the Summer Slackers are going to bring it!!!

[Robin Variest @RVariest]

St. Bernard instructional leaders deepen their understanding of La. Educator Rubric @niet @TheresaHamiton

[Josh Barnett @NIETjbarnett]

Save the date! Our 2026 National Conference will be in New Orleans, LA at the New Orleans Marriott from April 1-2, 2026. We look forward to seeing you all there! @NIETteach

[TDHam08 @TheresaHamiton]

.@NIETteach Day 2 of ILT Training with district & school leaders from Ouachita Parish as they continue to engage in learning to support the implementation of ILTs.
How is your ILT engaging to high- leverage actions to support teaching & learning?
@ladazhaford
@RVariest

[Robin Variest @RVariest]

School leaders in St. Bernard Parish Schools have been working to ensure ongoing feedback and support align with follow-up coaching plans. @TheresaHamiton @NIETteach

[Josh Barnett @NIETjbarnett]

Registration for the 2025 NIET Summer Institute is now open! Don't miss out on an incredible learning experience at the Arizona Biltmore, June 24-25. @NIETteach https://t.co/AHQwETSnpI #NIET2025

[Josh Barnett @NIETjbarnett]

At NIET, we work relentlessly to ensure educators leave our national conference empowered. Our team looks forward to continuing to support you to positively impact students! #NIET2025 @NIETteach

[Robin Variest @RVariest]

University View Academy leaders took time to refine ILT planning processes. Midyear is an excellent time to reflect on current practices to make necessary adjustments. @NIETteach @TheresaHamiton

[Robin Variest @RVariest]

It was a great day of support. Thanks @ChristinaHulin!!

[Christina Hulin @ChristinaHulin]

Had the pleasure of joining Senior Specialist @RVariest today in St. Bernard Parish as we visited Art and Spanish classes at Chalmette High with the focus of supporting leaders to coach according to teacher and student needs! @NIETteach @TheresaHamiton