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Send us Fan Mail  In this episode of the EDU Coach Collective Podcast, hosts Celine and Katie are joined by Danae Acker, an Instructional Technology Specialist from Anderson School District in South Carolina and a member of the ISTE Generative AI cohort. Together, they explore the transition from traditional, teacher-led classrooms to active, learner-centered environments.

Send us Fan Mail  In this episode of the EDU Coach Collective, hosts Celine and Katie are joined by Kristin Rankin—a current Virginia intermediate school principal, former Title I instructional coach, and long-time elementary educator—to discuss strategies for the critical first 30 to 60 days of coaching.

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the EDU Coach Collective, hosts Celine and Katie are joined by edtech leader, equity advocate, ISTE Board President, and founder of MsEdTechie Consulting, Patricia Brown. Together, they tackle the complex global screen time debate and explore how schools can balance meaningful tech integration with student well-being.

Send us Fan Mail As the new school year kicks off, the pressure on instructional and tech coaches can feel overwhelming. Before the classrooms fill up and the hectic schedules take over, take a step back, hit pause, and tune into this essential pre-launch pep talk designed specifically for you.

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we take a deep dive into the highlights, key takeaways, and game-changing ideas straight from ISTE 2026. From cutting-edge classroom technologies to forward-thinking instructional strategies, join us as we explore how educators are pushing the boundaries of technology instruction to engage students and transform learning.

Send us Fan Mail Join hosts Celine and Katie, along with special guest and podcast editor Ben, for a reflective midseason deep dive into the sixth season of the EDU Coach Collective. In this episode, the team transitions from behind the scenes to the forefront to discuss the strategies and guests that have shaped their coaching practices this year.

Send us Fan Mail Celebrate the end of the school year with Celine and Katie as they step out of "survival mode" and into the Summer Sandbox. In this episode, they are joined by Kaitlyn Frederick, an instructional coach who shares her journey through a year of breakthroughs and strategic pivots.

Send us Fan Mail This episode features Tracee Keough, the Assistant Director of Coaching Programs at Forward Edge, discussing the evolution of the Certified Coach Program. The conversation highlights the program's structure, its focus on systemic change, and the integration of AI to optimize coaching workflows. 1

Send us Fan Mail This episode of the EDU Coach Collective Podcast features host Katie Ritter in conversation with Jo Lein, a leadership coach and author, discussing the complexities of mindset in instructional coaching. As a leadership coach and writer, Jo Lein focuses on helping individuals move beyond merely "performing" change to actually experiencing it

Send us Fan Mail This episode of the EDU Coach Collective podcast features Craig Randall, author of Trust-Based Observations. The discussion focuses on revolutionizing classroom observations by removing the "gotcha" culture of evaluation and replacing it with a foundation of relational trust to foster genuine teacher growth.

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the EDU Coach Collective, hosts Celine and Katie speak with Emilie Rio, a high school instructional technology coach in Illinois, about her unique approach to strategy-focused coaching. Drawing on her background as a former Spanish teacher, Emilie shares how she creates a safe, vulnerable space for staff to learn new technology, much like she did for students learning a foreign language. 1 2

Send us Fan Mail Is instructional coaching actually working, or are we just treating symptoms of a broken system? In this episode of the Coaching Research Conversations with Matt Brady, we tackle the identity crisis facing modern coaches. With hundreds of different job titles and a lack of clear metrics, many coaches find themselves stuck in a loop of "yak shaving"—tackling endless, irrelevant tasks to get to the actual work of teaching.

Send us Fan Mail Join our coaches Lisa Olidges and Jordan Petri as we explore the "March Madness" coaching cycle—a framework designed to re-energize staff through gamified professional development and high-utility tech tools. From running 4-to-6 week intensive coaching cycles to hosting "Tech Pop-ups" that give teachers their time back, we’re sharing the exact tactics you need to finish the school year strong and build relationships that last into next year

Send us Fan Mail Instructional coaching isn’t just about the latest tech—it’s about solving problems and seeing the human in front of you. In this episode, Celine and Katie welcome Dr. Kaylah Holland, a Google Certified Innovator and ISTE award winner, to discuss how we can revolutionize Professional Development. Dr. Holland shares her "non-negotiables" for effective PD and takes us inside the unique world of coaching in juvenile justice facilities. From low-tech engagement strategies like "mood meters" to building trust in high-stress environments, Kaylah explains how consistency and creativity can transform any classroom.

Send us Fan Mail In this heart-to-heart episode of the Edu Coach Collective, we’re stepping away from the "how-to" and leaning into the "why." We sat down with several instructional coaches from the Forward Edge team to uncover the special moments that make this job so rewarding. From the "lightbulb" moments in a classroom to the quiet, breakthrough conversations in a hallway, our coaches share the personal stories and professional wins that keep them inspired. Whether you're a veteran coach looking for a little soul-fuel or a new coach wondering what the journey holds, this episode is a celebration of the impact—both big and small—that happens when we partner with teachers.