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Action Items is a Kickup feature that allows for collaborative tracking of to-do items, communicating next steps, and sharing of resources between a coach and teacher or mentor and mentee. Read how to leverage them for powerful 1-on-1 conversations and actionable support.

The data is clear: instructional coaching has a strong and quantifiable impact on teacher practice and student outcomes. But the same data shows that larger programs have diminishing returns. So how do modern school districts scale up their programs while keeping a focus on quality?

Collaborative coaching and teacher mentorship programs creates conditions for success — and successful programs have research-backed elements in common. Let's summarize the best practices and explore how KickUp supports each one.

We get it! Starting your first coaching cycle can be overwhelming. The most important thing to remember is to start small. Read about the importance of Coaching Cycles, their impact on transferring professional development into the classroom, and how to get started with replicable success.

How one Missouri district uses KickUp to track coaches’ time and feedback so that they, in turn, can better support the district’s teachers in keeping up with students’ evolving needs.

“Our ultimate goal is program improvement. We are here to solve problems and serve people.” By understanding when, how and where new-teacher mentors are spending their time, this Texas school district is creating an environment for both retention and growth.

Learn how Winston-Salem Forsyth County Schools is using KickUp for "rich conversations around teacher effectiveness and school improvement" by triangulating what teachers are learning, how they're growing in skill, and what the observations say about classroom practice.

As education leaders, how do we retain our experienced teachers and leverage their support for new teachers? With the prospect of a “great resignation” — and the associated costs to replace them — well documented, that question has never been more important.