Don Smith
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@DonSmithEdu
Husband, Father, Author, Speaker, Director of Prof. Services @1stEdResources, Co-Host of The Fires in Grading: https://t.co/9JmF5Tn8Bg
This week’s work took @donsmithedu from California to Washington to Oregon, all centered on strengthening grading and learning practices. In Riverside, CA, system leaders examined their SBG implementation. In Seattle, principals worked through leadership challenges tied to grading reform. In Coos Bay, we spent two days in classrooms observing and coaching around SBL practices. Across contexts, the throughline was clarity, alignment, and support for teachers doing complex work. If your school or district is engaged in similar efforts, we are available to partner.
Who owns the grade in a co-taught classroom? What does equity actually look like? Episode 18 dives into one of the most common questions we hear in districts — how to ensure grades communicate learning clearly when two teachers share the classroom. 🎧 New episode drops soon 👉 bit.ly/4apHgTG #FiresInGrading #CoTeaching #SBG #EquityInEducation @donsmithedu @larsongarth @beckypeppler Otus
THE Spring SBG Conference is here. One day. One place. The conversations schools actually need. Join educators and leaders from across the country for a virtual conference focused on real implementation — not theory. Featuring a keynote from Dr. Thomas Guskey, teacher and administrator panels, and breakout sessions designed for schools at every stage of standards-based grading. 📅 May 5, 2026 🎓 Virtual | Recorded access included 👉 Save your spot: bit.ly/4qy4BJ8
