Are You Ready to Make an IMPACT in Your Classrooms?

Today I am excited to announce the launch of my first book, Impact Standards: Designing District Systems that Power K-12 Learning.

Designed to transform digital learning in your school or district from a scattered initiative into a strategic, sustainable culture shift, Impact Standards is the essential guide for educational leaders, instructional coaches, and classroom innovators looking to power K–12 learning through intentional design and impactful practices.

From creating a district-wide digital learning vision to designing curriculum aligned with the ISTE Standards and Future Ready Framework, Impact Standards equips you with actionable strategies to lead lasting change.

Through Impact Standards, you will discover how to:

• ✔ Build and implement a Digital Learning Strategic Plan
• ✔ Create vertically aligned digital learning curricula
• ✔ Leverage instructional coaching to support teachers and foster innovation
• ✔ Develop a thriving culture of digital citizenship and student agency
• ✔ Engage families and communities as partners in digital learning

Impact Standards provides the frameworks, real-world examples, and inspiration to turn your district’s vision into reality.

Who Should Read Impact Standards?

For Educational Leaders

Impact Standards is an essential resource for educational professionals at all levels who are committed to transforming their learning environments through effective digital integration. Whether you’re leading a district, managing curriculum development, spearheading digital initiatives, or supporting teachers through instructional coaching, this book provides the frameworks and strategies needed to create meaningful change in today’s digital learning landscape.

For Chief School Executives

As a chief school executive, Impact Standards provides you with the essential framework for creating and implementing a district-wide vision for digital learning. The book guides you through developing comprehensive strategic plans that align with digital learning initiatives, ensuring your district stays at the forefront of educational innovation.

For Curricular Leaders

Curricular leaders will find invaluable guidance on integrating digital learning into existing curricula and creating vertical alignment for digital learning skills. The book offers practical strategies for curriculum mapping and building a sustainable digital learning environment that enhances core instruction.

For Digital Learning Leaders

Digital learning leaders will discover comprehensive frameworks for building and scaling effective digital learning teams. The book provides detailed insights into implementing ISTE Standards and creating successful digital learning cultures that drive meaningful educational outcomes.

For Instructional Coaches

Instructional coaches will gain essential knowledge about effective coaching strategies, from building crucial relationships to coaching people rather than technology. The book provides practical guidance on supporting your educational community and defining your coaching position for maximum impact.

What Will You Learn in Impact Standards?

First Half: Creating a Vision – Setting a Standards

Parts 1 and 2 help your school district develop a vision for classroom instruction supported by your Strategic Plan. These chapters teach you how to create a Digital Learning Plan or Technology Integration Plan that enhances core curricular instruction.

Part 1: Creating a Vision for Classroom Instruction

Part 1 of Impact Standards lays the foundation for understanding and implementing digital learning in your educational institution, focusing on creating a clear vision and establishing fundamental frameworks for success.

• ✓ Chapter 1: What is Digital Learning?
• ✓ Chapter 2: Creating a District-wide Vision for Digital Learning
• ✓ Chapter 3: Introducing and Infusing the ISTE Standards
• ✓ Chapter 4: The Digital Learning Strategic Plan

Part 2: Designing a Curriculum to Support Digital Learning in the Classroom

The second part of Impact Standards builds upon your vision by providing practical guidance on integrating digital learning into your curriculum effectively and sustainably.

• ✓ Chapter 5: What is a Digital Learning Curriculum?
• ✓ Chapter 6: Building Digital Learning into the Curriculum
• ✓ Chapter 7: Creating Vertical Alignment for Digital Learning Skills
• ✓ Chapter 8: Digital Learning Curriculum Mapping

Second Half: From Vision to Classsroom, and Into the Community

Parts 3 and 4 are designed to help you implement your vision and Strategic Plan in the classroom through the strategic use of your Instructional Coaching Department, creating a lasting impact in both the classroom and your school community.

Part 3: Supporting your Digital Learning Curriculum through Instructional Coaching

Part 3 delves into the critical role of instructional coaching in implementing your digital learning curriculum, focusing on building effective coaching relationships and developing a strong support system for educators.

• ✓ Chapter 9: What is an Instructional Coach?
• ✓ Chapter 10: The Importance of Building Relationships
• ✓ Chapter 11: What does an Instructional Coach Do?
• ✓ Chapter 12: Coaching the People … Not the Technology
• ✓ Chapter 13: Building a Digital Learning Team
• ✓ Chapter 14: Using Coaches to Support Your Community
• ✓ Chapter 15: Defining the Instructional Coaching Position

Part 4: Making an Impact in the Classroom and Community

The final part of Impact Standards focuses on measuring success and creating lasting change in your educational community, featuring real-world examples and practical insights from experienced educators.

• ✓ Chapter 16: How do you Define a Successful Learning Culture
• ✓ Chapter 17: Stories from Coaches and Digital Learning Leaders

Make an Impact with our Digital Resource Center

One of the most important parts of the Impact Standards experience is the new Digital Resource Center, a one-stop destination for implementing Impact Standards effectively in your educational setting.

Dive deeper into each chapter with our exclusive podcast series, where we explore key concepts, share additional insights, and discuss real-world applications of the strategies presented in the book.

Take advantage of our practical Digital Workbook, carefully designed with exercises, templates, and reflection prompts to help you apply the concepts from Impact Standards to your specific educational context.

Accelerate your learning through our structured online course, which guides you step-by-step through implementing the Impact Standards framework in your district or school.

Join our thriving educational communities on LinkedIn and Facebook, where you can connect with fellow educators, share experiences, participate in discussions, and receive ongoing support as you transform digital learning in your district.

Pick Up Your Copy of Impact Standards Today!

Are you ready to transform digital learning in your district?

Visit www.teachercast.net/standards to get your copy of Impact Standards today! Available in paperback format or as a digital download on Amazon Kindle, this comprehensive guide will help you create lasting change in your educational community. Don’t miss out on this essential resource for educational leaders, coaches, and innovators!

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