Alison Cutler

PR Specialist at Fennemore, @Cronkite_ASU alum.
Words in @mcclatchy, @USATODAY, @phoenixmagazine
Scottsdale Philharmonic Principal Violist
Raised by saguaros 🌵

[Alison Cutler @alisonjc2]

#TeacherAppreciationWeek is my favorite week of the year at @NIETteach, because we get to celebrate incredible educators like Dianna Gonzalez. Thank you for helping students grow as readers and confident learners willing to take academic risks and share their voices! 📚#NIET2026

[National Institute for Excellence in Teaching @NIETteach]

This morning, we surprised @JPschools by awarding them our 2026 NIET District Award of Excellence for Educator Effectiveness and a $50K grand prize! Congratulations to Superintendent Dr. James Gray and the entire Jefferson Parish team for modeling excellence! 🎉👏 #NIET2026

[National Institute for Excellence in Teaching @NIETteach]

We're proud to announce that Northview MS is our 2026 Founder's Award winner and has been awarded the grand prize of $50K! 🎉 A huge round of applause to Principal Hakim and his team for their commitment to student achievement and educator excellence! 👏 #NIET2026 @msdwt

[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

[Alison Cutler @alisonjc2]

❓The only thing more exciting than a question is an answer - and NIET has one through a powerful strategic staffing approach. Read how it empowers #educators & helps them achieve better results in @NIETteach's new paper. Proud of my policy colleagues for illustrating this work!

[National Institute for Excellence in Teaching @NIETteach]

Learn more here 👉 https://t.co/IR0uw2reTv

📝 Explore how NIET operationalizes strategic staffing with Senior VP of Policy and Communications, @kristanvanhook: https://t.co/Y4QpWlcxOo

Stay tuned for more resources in the coming month!

[Alison Cutler @alisonjc2]

What you practice in a place of passion will translate to how you operate in your profession - that's something I truly believe.

Skiing has taught me lessons that span way beyond the slopes. Check out how in my recent (business-casual) personal essay: https://t.co/sWp1klAzjz 🎿

[Alison Cutler @alisonjc2]

Everything in Principal Johnson’s life is full in the best way possible - her whiteboard, with notes on how to elevate instruction, her mind with best coaching strategies, and her arms - with kids running to greet her in her school. Read more for @NIETteach #NIET2025 #NPM

[National Institute for Excellence in Teaching @NIETteach]

🌱 Showcasing how a multi-layered model of leadership is driving rapid growth, featuring Principal Amanda Johnson at Cotulla ISD.

📝 Read how Principal Johnson is transforming Ramirez-Burks: https://t.co/qno36yZZlC #NIET2025 #NationalPrincipalsMonth

[Alison Cutler @alisonjc2]

Theresa Hamilton shared some incredible keys for great leaders to kick off #NationalPrincipalsMonth. Hear how she brought all sorts of voices to the conference table - even kids - to elevate instruction in her role. Stay tuned for a month of highlights and stories! #NIET

[National Institute for Excellence in Teaching @NIETteach]

Real change starts with strong leadership.

What can principals be doing to help their school thrive?

🔑 Building relationships
🔑 Leading with learning
🔑 Being a data-driven leader

📝 Dive in here: https://t.co/NUfoYEIMj9

@TheresaHamiton #NIET2025 #NationalPrincipalsMonth

[National Institute for Excellence in Teaching @NIETteach]

For 25 years, we’ve worked alongside educators who are changing lives daily. This #TeacherAppreciationWeek, we’re sharing their words - raw, real, and inspiring. Read the full blog: https://t.co/faTo1jMv4i #NIET2025 #ThankATeacher

[National Institute for Excellence in Teaching @NIETteach]

Congratulations to our 2025 Founder's Award finalists! 🎉 These schools are in the running for the $50K grand prize at #NIET2025 on 2/27. Good luck @wcschoolsystem @npsbla @SSCRaiders @somersetisd @LCSD55! #NIET2025

[Alison Cutler @alisonjc2]

NIET's 25th anniversary report doesn't just show the work of our organization - it tells the story of it. From Alaska to Louisiana, millions of students have been impacted through @NIETteach and its partners in 27 states. Read more here: https://t.co/gts9j0MjeZ #NIET2025

[NFL @NFL]

SEAHAWKS STRIP SACK AND TOUCHDOWN.

📺: #SEAvsATL on FOX
📱: https://t.co/waVpO909ge

[Alison Cutler @alisonjc2]

"I have never seen anything transfer into the classroom as quickly as this has and at the level that it has.”

Learn which impactful strategy Principal Criswell is talking about in our new #NationalPrincipalsMonth profile, a month-long series featuring principals nationwide!

[National Institute for Excellence in Teaching @NIETteach]

From the football field to the halls of his school, Principal Dustin Criswell has helped score wins for his students! Learn how his leadership and foundation in coaching transformed @PerryMeridianMS's success: https://t.co/F8TKFQ8t6b @perrytwpschools #NationalPrincipalsMonth

[Alison Cutler @alisonjc2]

"After Principal Whittington broke into the education field, she accepted a first-grade teaching position and later on taught junior high. Her next step in her career would be her biggest, most daunting challenge yet: Math."

Read our new #NationalPrinicipalsMonth feature below!

[National Institute for Excellence in Teaching @NIETteach]

Louisiana Principal Tamara Whittington’s story from a second-career teacher to a leading principal is all about perseverance and leadership in action. Celebrate #NationalPrincipalsMonth by reading her inspiring journey today. @Tangischools @doelouisiana 👇🏽 https://t.co/IBJ5X79HwX

[Alison Cutler @alisonjc2]

🛣️All roads lead to Petersburg for Alaskan #Principal Heather Conn. She was the first in her family to attend college - but that was only the start of how she would go first in education.

Read my feature kicking off #NationalPrincipalsMonth - and tune in for a new piece weekly!

[National Institute for Excellence in Teaching @NIETteach]

What does it take to be a principal? For Heather Conn, it’s patience, passion, and joy in every school day (and maybe a parka jacket!). Read how this Alaskan native keeps students at the core of her work. #NationalPrincipalsMonth @DistrictAk @ACSAASDN https://t.co/uYXU17fXpR

[12s @12s]

You can hear this photo.

[Seattle Seahawks @Seahawks]

Whoomp there it is!

[Alison Cutler @alisonjc2]

A nice, crisp commentary on what we all must keep in mind as writers: Often, less is more.

https://t.co/0dxwBDpND4

[Seattle Seahawks @Seahawks]

DEE FOR THE TD!

A 79-yard return to the house 🏡

[Seattle Seahawks @Seahawks]

Kenny McIntosh took it HOME! 💨