Matt Renwick

Former teacher, principal; currently a systems coach | Blog/newsletter: |

[Matt Renwick @ReadByExample]

A student's engagement with reading is an outcome of several conditions teachers create in classrooms:

- Voice and choice in what to read
- Access to high quality literature
- Time to read + support
- A community of readers

The common thread: Trusting and empowering readers

[Matt Renwick @ReadByExample]

Fix processes, not people. #cpchat #educoach

[Matt Renwick @ReadByExample]

Great advice for instructional leaders:

Be hard on the systems and gentle with the people. (Source unknown)

Many leaders struggle with balancing accountability (systems) and empathy (people).

What strategies have you found helpful?

#educoach

#eduleadership

[Matt Renwick @ReadByExample]

"The quality of my life is significantly higher on days that I publish an article. The creative process and well-being go hand-in-hand."

-@JamesClear

I agree. Publishing writing of any length is a win, even if a post on social media. "Nothing succeeds like success."

[Matt Renwick @ReadByExample]

@randhead I have to think professional growth/improvement is a core outcome of coaching. Evidence...student learning? Observable practice? Reflection and renewal?

[Matt Renwick @ReadByExample]

Two part question:

1. What are the most important outcomes for an instructional coach, and 2. what are the conditions that most likely lead to these outcomes?

#educoach

[CESA 3 @CESA3]

Mark Dziedzic and Bryn Orum (Greater Madison Writing Project) offer practical ways to make writing engaging and standards-aligned for grades 3–8. Plus, build your students' confidence for the Forward Exam!

Register Now! https://t.co/SnL3lZMAKs

#empoweringeducators #cesa3

[Matt Renwick @ReadByExample]

Reclaim the mental space you need to fully engage in your work as a literacy leader - register today! @ChoiceLiteracy @ncte @LearningForward @ILAToday

https://t.co/6aThFPV6md #educoach

[Matt Renwick @ReadByExample]

Upgrading My Coaching Toolbox: Beyond Presuming Positive Intent https://t.co/TR2zIqCLyE #educoach

[Matt Renwick @ReadByExample]

@jockowillink @TulsiGabbard @PeteHegseth I am confused by your position. From what I've learned about these two nominees, their actions don't seem to align with the principles you promoted in Extreme Ownership (a book I enjoyed and found helpful as a leader).

[Matt Renwick @ReadByExample]

Terrific conversation between @tferris and poet David Whyte: https://t.co/55l1VNg3OK A celebration of language and the importance of living a full life.

[Matt Renwick @ReadByExample]

My Five Go-to, Back Pocket Coaching Questions https://t.co/C8KnU3PcYN

[Matt Renwick @ReadByExample]

If you teach in the SW part of Wisconsin, I am facilitating this workshop to build your action research skills and empower your students as leaders. Includes a $500 grant-funded stipend for curriculum resources. @ncte @ILAToday @WSRAliteracy @AWSALeaders1

[CESA 3 @CESA3]

Join our Narratives of Empowerment workshop and empower your students to lead.

📅 When: Feb 27 & Mar 13, 2025

🎓 Elevate student voices
📊 Use data for equity-focused teaching
🖋️ Craft stories that inspire change

Apply 👉 https://t.co/SGl9gJF6Me
#empoweringeducators #cesa3

[Matt Renwick @ReadByExample]

Science of reading lawsuit: MA families sue over 'fraudulent' curriculums https://t.co/KmrsxnvFLX

People are conflating reading curricula (not "curriculums", @BostonGlobe) w/ a pill students take to become readers. Many factors lead to effective reading instruction.

[Matt Renwick @ReadByExample]

I shared more about the books here: https://t.co/JAquDAnZ2a

[Matt Renwick @ReadByExample]

My favorite books I read in 2024:

- Circe by Madeline Miller
- The Reformatory by Tananarive Due
- The Tender Bar: A Memoir by J.R. Moehringer
- Heavy: An American Memoir by Kiese Laymon
- Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow by Gabrielle Zevin

[CESA 3 @CESA3]

Coaches: What are your go-to, "back pocket" questions during professional conversations?

#empoweringeducators #cesa3

[Matt Renwick @ReadByExample]

What were your favorite books in 2024?

Here are mine: https://t.co/VlBylU1ipN

[Matt Renwick @ReadByExample]

"When you have what you need, use the rest to bring joy into someone else’s life. That is the best deal you can ever make." https://t.co/P5ZdBIz82F