Kristin Koelsch

Fairfax County, ES Coordinator Curriculum Integration & Management. Passionate about leadership, conceptual learning, PLCs & innovative practices. Math lover.

[Natalie Vardabasso @natabasso]

The current school model was designed to teach students compliance for rote factory jobs.

Now, we need a school model that teaches creativity and collaboration.

The key driver of that shift is rethinking our assessment and grading practices.

[Leslie Leisey @LeslieLeisey]

So pumped for this event as our community comes together to share some of the amazing learning happening in our schools! 💜💜💜@FcpsPOGPOL

[Lexie F., Ed.D. @DrLFeld]

I loveeee how when we have portfolio time, students are so excited to show comparison between evidence & to explain how it shows growth in their skills. My favorite!!! 👏🏻🫶🏻 #fcpsPOGPOL

[Anne Baker (she/her) @MrsBakerTech]

"How did it feel to hear your friend say that you spoke with confidence?"

"It actually makes me feel even more confident with sharing my ideas." #FCPSpogpol @FcpsPOGPOL @FCPSR5

[Leslie Leisey @LeslieLeisey]

We’re continuing to make #FCPSpogpol visible @PoplarTreeES! Thanks @PTES_Reads for making our vision come to life…and for not falling off a ladder in the process! 🪜👀 #PunIntended ❤️

[Beech Tree Elementary School @beechtreeelem]

Making the #fcpspog skill visible and then discussing with students what it can look like in @BeechStem class is a great start to the lesson. Putting words into action to build a 3D model of the ocean floor. @FCPSR2 @FCPSSTEAM

[Jamie Stratford @jjstratford1]

Inspired by this team of educators every day! Providing opportunities for our students and staff to grow in their skills. 🙌#POGsquad

[Abbey Miller @AbbeyFMiller]

Yesterday was one of my favorite days in all my time with FCPS!

My📱 is full w/pictures, my 🧠 is full of ideas & stories, & my ❤️ is full after being surrounded by so many inspiring educators who are dedicated to innovation & uplifting student voice.

#fcpspog #fcpspogpol

[LJMS Drama @sm_jones3]

Proudly represent LJMS @LJMS_PTA @LJMS_FCPS and POG POL @FcpsPOGPOL along with FCPS Global Classroom Project showcasing our Advanced Theatre Art students in their amazing unit with Ghana at POL showcase @FCPSTheatreArts @FCPSR2

[Tara Grant, Ed.D. @thefivecorners]

So inspired by the teachers and leaders of Fairfax County Public Schools’ Profile of a Graduate’s Presentation of Learning Expo! @Radford_Bobcats @dintersmith #fcpspogpol

[Flint Hill Elementary School @FlintHillES]

Flint Hill 2nd and 5th grade teams are ready to talk about our school's @FcpsPOGPOL journey #FHESilluminates #FHESfamily

[Melanie Jewell @TC_AART]

I was proud to represent @TerraCentreES today, showcasing our @fcpsPOGPOL successes so far! There were so many great conversations with other schools as we checked in and saw ways we can all grow onward from this point. @Region4FCPS #POGPOLShareFair

[Lexie F., Ed.D. @DrLFeld]

Reimagining what school could be with our #fcpsPOGPOL innovator cohort! Amazing to hear @dintersmith, our panel of teachers & students, and staff throughout the county sharing their growth in #fcpsPOG this year! 👏🏻

[Shireen Kelly @shireen_kelly]

March POG Share Fair - grateful to be learning from and with so many amazing educators 🙌🏼 @FcpsPOGPOL #fcpsPOGPOL

[Leslie Leisey @LeslieLeisey]

Best part of my job is the opportunity to elevate student voices! Some things they say just make sense! “If we didn’t use PoG skills…everything would be chaos!” Honored to sit next to this 4th grade #PawTechSquad member today as she inspired us all! #FCPSpogpol @PoplarTreeES

[Cat Deacon @Cat_Deacon]

A great day of learning at the @FcpsPOGPOL share fair. So proud of this team for sharing the amazing work @BraddockElem is doing with POG!

[Anne Baker (she/her) @MrsBakerTech]

“Imagine a world where middle and high school students develop a proficiency that they enjoy, they learn largely on their own, and that contributes to their community.” @dintersmith @FcpsPOGPOL #fcpsPOGPOL

[Ms. Anna Markel @Ms_Markel_RVES]

Grateful for the opportunity to share how our littlest rockin robins are becoming expert communicators in math AND to learn from fellow educators! #fcpsPOGPOL

[Christine Jarboe @JarboeFirsties]

Today is the day that I get to show off the hard work of the @JarboeFirsties and all we have learned through @FcpsPOGPOL. I have loved being on this journey with them and can't wait to see how much growth we can show in June 💙 @StratfordLndgES

[Ms. Spino @MsSpino]

#fcpsPOGPOL @dintersmith Morning speakers/sessions were awe inspiring! Can't wait for the afternoon!