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Houston A+ Challenge works alongside teachers and administrators in schools to do smarter work, develop innovative practices and have a direct impact on young people in Houston.
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We offer practices that dramatically change how teachers teach. Our approach
has a direct impact on young people because we develop innovative practices in
schools that help teachers and administrators do smarter work.
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OUR MISSION
To be a catalyst for change and a model for innovation in education in the Houston area and beyond, to ensure that every student is prepared for post-secondary success.
OUR STRATEGIES
Convening
Education Stakeholders
We believe that a powerful network of teachers, schools, districts, and community leaders will transform education in Greater Houston – so we connect people and spread ideas through events and publications.
Learn about our free speaker series on public education:
Consulting
in Schools
We believe that the quality of a school can never exceed the quality of its teachers and leaders – so we work directly with those teachers and leaders, through coaching, workshops, and more, to strengthen their practice.
Learn about our approach to professional learning:
UPCOMING EVENTS
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23sep8:30 am23mar11:30 amInstructional Coaching Institute Series2019-2020 1/2 Day Sessions
Event Details
Dates: September 23, October 28, November 18, 2019, January 27, February 24, March 23, 2020 from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. Six-Half Days Instructional Coaching Institute Come engage in peer networking, problem-solving
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Event Details
Dates: September 23, October 28, November 18, 2019, January 27, February 24, March 23, 2020 from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 p.m.
Six-Half Days
Instructional Coaching Institute
Come engage in peer networking, problem-solving and real-world action research with other coaches from across the city. During this academy we will collectively share expertise in assessment for learning, engaging in crucial conversations and coaching cycles, and effective instructional strategies for increasing access and equity. Participants will find fresh ways to look at various aspects of their jobs and gather different perspectives from others in similar positions.
Time
September 23 (Monday) 8:30 am - March 23 (Monday) 11:30 am CST
Location
American Red Cross of Greater Houston
2700 Southwest Freeway
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Register22oct(oct 22)8:30 am24(oct 24)3:30 pmThree-Day Instructional Coaching InstituteFall Semester 2019
Event Details
Come engage in peer networking, problem-solving and real-world action research with other coaches from across the city. During this academy we will collectively share expertise, engage in crucial conversations, examine
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Event Details
Come engage in peer networking, problem-solving and real-world action research with other coaches from across the city. During this academy we will collectively share expertise, engage in crucial conversations, examine coaching cycles, and effective instructional strategies for increasing access and equity. Participants of this session will explore ways to approach various aspects of their coaching/leadership using tools to strengthen their coaching and build working relationships with teachers to improve instruction for student achievement. This academy is open to new and experienced coaches, Specialists, and teacher leaders in all contents levels K-12. The $450.00 cost of the session includes all resources.
Time
22 (Tuesday) 8:30 am - 24 (Thursday) 3:30 pm CST
Location
American Red Cross of Greater Houston
2700 Southwest Freeway
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Over the course of the session, participants will engage in reading strategies for the comprehension of mathematical context. These strategies will support students’ ability to understand word problems and apply
Event Details
Over the course of the session, participants will engage in reading strategies for the comprehension of mathematical context. These strategies will support students’ ability to understand word problems and apply problem solving methods at various levels of secondary mathematics. Strategies specifically designed to assist all students, but are especially helpful for language acquisition and special education students.
Fee: $100 per person
Audience: 3rd grade – Algebra I Teachers
Time
(Tuesday) 8:30 am - 11:30 pm CST
Location
American Red Cross of Greater Houston
2700 Southwest Freeway
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23sep8:30 am23mar11:30 amInstructional Coaching Institute Series2019-2020 1/2 Day Sessions
Event Details
Dates: September 23, October 28, November 18, 2019, January 27, February 24, March 23, 2020 from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 p.m. Six-Half Days Instructional Coaching Institute Come engage in peer networking, problem-solving
more
Event Details
Dates: September 23, October 28, November 18, 2019, January 27, February 24, March 23, 2020 from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 p.m.
Six-Half Days
Instructional Coaching Institute
Come engage in peer networking, problem-solving and real-world action research with other coaches from across the city. During this academy we will collectively share expertise in assessment for learning, engaging in crucial conversations and coaching cycles, and effective instructional strategies for increasing access and equity. Participants will find fresh ways to look at various aspects of their jobs and gather different perspectives from others in similar positions.
Time
September 23 (Monday) 8:30 am - March 23 (Monday) 11:30 am CST
Location
American Red Cross of Greater Houston
2700 Southwest Freeway
Register
Register22oct(oct 22)8:30 am24(oct 24)3:30 pmThree-Day Instructional Coaching InstituteFall Semester 2019
Event Details
Come engage in peer networking, problem-solving and real-world action research with other coaches from across the city. During this academy we will collectively share expertise, engage in crucial conversations, examine
more
Event Details
Come engage in peer networking, problem-solving and real-world action research with other coaches from across the city. During this academy we will collectively share expertise, engage in crucial conversations, examine coaching cycles, and effective instructional strategies for increasing access and equity. Participants of this session will explore ways to approach various aspects of their coaching/leadership using tools to strengthen their coaching and build working relationships with teachers to improve instruction for student achievement. This academy is open to new and experienced coaches, Specialists, and teacher leaders in all contents levels K-12. The $450.00 cost of the session includes all resources.
Time
22 (Tuesday) 8:30 am - 24 (Thursday) 3:30 pm CST
Location
American Red Cross of Greater Houston
2700 Southwest Freeway