As Associate Director for Teacher Development at the Knowles Teacher Initiative, Joyce Lin leads her team to think deeply about how to support Teacher Fellows to inquire into their professional communities, to develop the teacher leadership skills necessary to improve education beyond their classrooms, and to share their stories of the knowledge they acquired with a wider community. The post Give opportunities and support to teachers… they will want to stay. appeared first on Charles Butt F...| Charles Butt Foundation
The Texas Tribune hosted two panel discussions on how Texas can best attract, prepare, and retain teachers. The conversation focused on a few urgent questions: How can Texas recruit more highly trained teachers – and keep the ones it already has? What’s contributing to high turnover? How do we define what makes an effective teacher?| Charles Butt Foundation
Teachers have the most significant impact on student success. The success of our communities and state is linked to the quality of our teacher workforce.| Charles Butt Foundation
No two journeys into the classroom are the same. Each Charles Butt Scholar brings a unique perspective, collection of skills, and purpose to teaching – but they all share one powerful thing: a deep passion for helping students reach their full potential. Hear what Charles Butt Scholars have to say and share your own story!| Charles Butt Foundation
Our ultimate goal is for blended learning to be systematically utilized throughout Texas and is seen as a replicable model for all educators.| Charles Butt Foundation
Innovation is a key topic covered by the Charles Butt Foundation in our latest posts section of the site. This category is intended to organize similarly themed posts for search-ability within the site.| Charles Butt Foundation
Teaching is a key topic covered by the Charles Butt Foundation in our latest posts section of the site. This category is intended to organize similarly themed posts for search-ability within the site.| Charles Butt Foundation
Warren Hudson is the Instructional Technology Coordinator for Venus ISD. He says he wouldn't be where he is today without the influence of two important teachers in his life. The post “The two teachers who helped me be my best…” appeared first on Charles Butt Foundation.| Charles Butt Foundation
Melinna Chessher, a Charles Butt Scholar, shares how mentorship has changed her life. "My mentor has helped me in a variety of ways to boost my confidence as a teacher, and as an individual." The post Alumni Stories: Feeling Supported Every Step of the Way appeared first on Charles Butt Foundation.| Charles Butt Foundation
In addition to financial support, the Charles Butt Scholarship network creates opportunities for new and aspiring educators to support one another along their professional journeys. It’s this ongoing support and community that Guadalupe and Monica say sets the scholarship apart from other programs. The post Alumni Stories: Connected Community appeared first on Charles Butt Foundation.| Charles Butt Foundation
As an advocate for the profession, Washington utilizes her platform to share her experiences as a Black educator as well as to speak about her passion for teaching - a career outsiders tend to label as a career without upward mobility and opportunities for growth. The post Windows and mirrors: Monica Washington shares about being a reflection of her students while helping them open doors appeared first on Charles Butt Foundation.| Charles Butt Foundation
Dr. Victor Rios shares about the teacher who believed in him so much, she tricked him into believing in himself. The post “I care for you, but I can’t carry you.” A teacher’s persistence pays off appeared first on Charles Butt Foundation.| Charles Butt Foundation
Dr. Adam Sáenz shares about what his favorite teachers wrote him in letters that served as a light during a dark time in his young adult life, which serves as a reminder for all of us – you never know how much your kind words will impact someone, so share them often. The post His teachers were a light in the darkness… appeared first on Charles Butt Foundation.| Charles Butt Foundation
How did Urlel and Mark go from casual conversation over chips and salsa to collaborating as colleagues? The post Investing in the future: The importance of mentorship in education appeared first on Charles Butt Foundation.| Charles Butt Foundation
Underneath renderings of actual rockets and the word INNOVATE, Chris McLeod shapes the future of Texas from inside the rocketry lab of the Brazosport ISD Career & Technical Education Center. The post Launch Point: A rocket teacher’s impact on the future appeared first on Charles Butt Foundation.| Charles Butt Foundation
Vicki Phillips' heartfelt story about her high school geometry teacher serves as a reminder of the lasting power of teachers who go above and beyond to connect with their students. The post The teacher who gave me a sense of belonging… appeared first on Charles Butt Foundation.| Charles Butt Foundation
The weekend was filled with conversations among bright minds exchanging ideas, experiences, and visions for the future of public education. The post 2023 Scholar Symposium appeared first on Charles Butt Foundation.| Charles Butt Foundation
An early-career, bilingual teacher demonstrates the power of leading as your authentic self. The post Connection. Culture. Community. appeared first on Charles Butt Foundation.| Charles Butt Foundation
We believe every student, in every Texas classroom, must have an effective teacher every year. In 2017, we launched the Raising Texas Teachers initiative in an effort to make that goal a reality. The post An initiative that’s changing the teaching profession across Texas appeared first on Charles Butt Foundation.| Charles Butt Foundation
Crystal Romero-Mueller was elated when Deniss Moreno requested her as a mentor. The post Alumni stories: meaningful mentorship appeared first on Charles Butt Foundation.| Charles Butt Foundation
One simple act of encouragement from his teacher inspired Dr. Joe Sanfelippo to pursue a career in education and to eventually become the Superintendent of the Fall Creek School District in Fall Creek, Wisconsin and author of Hacking Leadership. The post The one who made all the difference … appeared first on Charles Butt Foundation.| Charles Butt Foundation
Dr. Lara explains the importance of teachers seeing potential in all their students. He is still grateful for what his teachers did for him. The post Seeing potential in all students appeared first on Charles Butt Foundation.| Charles Butt Foundation
Twyla's story highlights just how much a teacher can inspire a student, even after they leave their classroom. The post The gift of transformational teachers appeared first on Charles Butt Foundation.| Charles Butt Foundation
Rewrite the Stars. A Charles Butt Scholar, Star Brow, redefines her legacy through teaching. Read her story. The post Rewrite the stars appeared first on Charles Butt Foundation.| Charles Butt Foundation
Her teacher exposed her to accounting and business and took an interest in Erika’s future. It changed her life. The post The teacher who put her on a path to business appeared first on Charles Butt Foundation.| Charles Butt Foundation
In this story, we highlight the learning journey of Harlingen CISD. They began their blended learning exploration with the goal of supporting Tier 2 & 3 students, those students who need more structured support to reach grade-level proficiency. However, this pursuit evolved into a new district-wide approach to teaching and learning that advances their investment in thoughtful innovation for the benefit of all schoolchildren. The post How a district transformed its approach to early literacy a...| Charles Butt Foundation
All Charles Butt Scholars are invited to an annual symposium for the opportunity to network and benefit from a shared learning experience. The post 2022 Scholar Symposium recap appeared first on Charles Butt Foundation.| Charles Butt Foundation
Ten Charles Butt Scholar alumni, now first and second-year teachers, share their struggles, victories, and learnings a few months into the 2020-21 school year. These new Texas teachers find inspiration in their profession, and in the process, inspire us. Explore the full Q&A portfolio. The post Christen Smajstrla appeared first on Charles Butt Foundation.| Charles Butt Foundation
Ten Charles Butt Scholar alumni, now first and second-year teachers, share their struggles, victories, and learnings a few months into the 2020-21 school year. These new Texas teachers find inspiration in their profession, and in the process, inspire us. Explore the full Q&A portfolio. The post Jacqueline Ojeda appeared first on Charles Butt Foundation.| Charles Butt Foundation
Ten Charles Butt Scholar alumni, now first and second-year teachers, share their struggles, victories, and learnings a few months into the 2020-21 school year. These new Texas teachers find inspiration in their profession, and in the process, inspire us. Explore the full Q&A portfolio. The post Lilia Hernandez appeared first on Charles Butt Foundation.| Charles Butt Foundation
Ten Charles Butt Scholar alumni, now first and second-year teachers, share their struggles, victories, and learnings a few months into the 2020-21 school year. These new Texas teachers find inspiration in their profession, and in the process, inspire us. Explore the full Q&A portfolio. The post Jimena Gamboa appeared first on Charles Butt Foundation.| Charles Butt Foundation
In a brand new job under unthinkable circumstances. New surprises every week. Trying to support students in ways they never expected. And yet they say they “would not want to be in any other profession.” Ten Charles Butt Scholar alumni, now first and second-year teachers, share their struggles, victories, and learnings a few months into the 2020-21 school year. These new Texas teachers find inspiration in their profession, and in the process, inspire us. Clarissa Rodriguez 1st Grade Tea...| Charles Butt Foundation
Ten Charles Butt Scholar alumni, now first and second-year teachers, share their struggles, victories, and learnings a few months into the 2020-21 school year. These new Texas teachers find inspiration in their profession, and in the process, inspire us. Explore the full Q&A portfolio. The post Clarissa Rodriguez appeared first on Charles Butt Foundation.| Charles Butt Foundation
Ten Charles Butt Scholar alumni, now first and second-year teachers, share their struggles, victories, and learnings a few months into the 2020-21 school year. These new Texas teachers find inspiration in their profession, and in the process, inspire us. Explore the full Q&A portfolio. The post Christine Oakes appeared first on Charles Butt Foundation.| Charles Butt Foundation
Ten Charles Butt Scholar alumni, now first and second-year teachers, share their struggles, victories, and learnings a few months into the 2020-21 school year. These new Texas teachers find inspiration in their profession, and in the process, inspire us. Explore the full Q&A portfolio. The post Cayley Guess appeared first on Charles Butt Foundation.| Charles Butt Foundation
Three theatre teachers demonstrate an indomitable and innovative spirit in their approach to engaging and empowering students in COVID times. The post The Show Must Go On: Persisting in a Pandemic appeared first on Charles Butt Foundation.| Charles Butt Foundation
This years symposium theme, This is Where We Shine, offered a message to current and future teachers of daring leadership, leaning into the uncertainty and the vulnerability, and bringing light to students, their communities, and themselves. The post 2021 Virtual Charles Butt Scholar Symposium appeared first on Charles Butt Foundation.| Charles Butt Foundation
As the 2020-21 school year came to an end, ten Charles Butt Scholar alumni in their first years as Texas teachers shared their learnings and reflections with us. The stories, struggles, and triumphs showcased in this Q&A portfolio provide an honest look at what it’s like to be a new teacher. The post McKenna Mohr appeared first on Charles Butt Foundation.| Charles Butt Foundation
As the 2020-21 school year came to an end, ten Charles Butt Scholar alumni in their first years as Texas teachers shared their learnings and reflections with us. The stories, struggles, and triumphs showcased in this Q&A portfolio provide an honest look at what it’s like to be a new teacher. The post Michelle Henderson 2 appeared first on Charles Butt Foundation.| Charles Butt Foundation
As the 2020-21 school year came to an end, ten Charles Butt Scholar alumni in their first years as Texas teachers shared their learnings and reflections with us. The stories, struggles, and triumphs showcased in this Q&A portfolio provide an honest look at what it’s like to be a new teacher. The post Jacqueline Ojeda 2 appeared first on Charles Butt Foundation.| Charles Butt Foundation
As the 2020-21 school year came to an end, ten Charles Butt Scholar alumni in their first years as Texas teachers shared their learnings and reflections with us. The stories, struggles, and triumphs showcased in this Q&A portfolio provide an honest look at what it’s like to be a new teacher. The post Lilia Hernandez 2 appeared first on Charles Butt Foundation.| Charles Butt Foundation
As the 2020-21 school year came to an end, ten Charles Butt Scholar alumni in their first years as Texas teachers shared their learnings and reflections with us. The stories, struggles, and triumphs showcased in this Q&A portfolio provide an honest look at what it’s like to be a new teacher. The post Gabriela Coelho appeared first on Charles Butt Foundation.| Charles Butt Foundation
As the 2020-21 school year came to an end, ten Charles Butt Scholar alumni in their first years as Texas teachers shared their learnings and reflections with us. The stories, struggles, and triumphs showcased in this Q&A portfolio provide an honest look at what it’s like to be a new teacher.| Charles Butt Foundation
I have hope in America’s future. This year has been tumultuous for many students and families, yet they are resilient. Educators and communities have| Charles Butt Foundation
As the 2020-21 school year came to an end, ten Charles Butt Scholar alumni in their first years as Texas teachers shared their learnings and reflections with us. The stories, struggles, and triumphs showcased in this Q&A portfolio provide an honest look at what it’s like to be a new teacher.| Charles Butt Foundation
As the 2020-21 school year came to an end, ten Charles Butt Scholar alumni in their first years as Texas teachers shared their learnings and reflections with us. The stories, struggles, and triumphs showcased in this Q&A portfolio provide an honest look at what it’s like to be a new teacher.| Charles Butt Foundation
As the 2020-21 school year came to an end, ten Charles Butt Scholar alumni in their first years as Texas teachers shared their learnings and reflections with us. The stories, struggles, and triumphs showcased in this Q&A portfolio provide an honest look at what it’s like to be a new teacher.| Charles Butt Foundation
Leadership is a key topic covered by the Charles Butt Foundation in our latest posts section of the site. This category is intended to organize similarly themed posts for search-ability within the site.| Charles Butt Foundation
Research indicates a principal is second only to the classroom teacher in terms of impacting student learning and achievement.| Charles Butt Foundation
The purpose of the leadership alumni network is to create a strong, well-connected community of educators across the state of Texas.| Charles Butt Foundation
Dr. Junlei Li, the co-chair of the Human Development and Education Program at the Harvard Graduate School of Education, shares a poignant and reflective story that underscores the profound, often unnoticed impact teachers have on their students.| Charles Butt Foundation
Eric Hale shares about a teacher who went out of his way to be supportive. "He went above and beyond. And so that's my goal. I'm not trying to be the best teacher, but I am trying to be the most impactful."| Charles Butt Foundation
Byron Sanders shares about a 10th grade history teacher that changed the course of his life.| Charles Butt Foundation
