Kristin Koelsch

The current school model was designed to teach students compliance for rote factory jobs. Now, we need a school model that teaches creativity and collaboration. The key driver of that shift is rethinking our assessment and grading practices.

So pumped for this event as our community comes together to share some of the amazing learning happening in our schools! 💜💜💜@FcpsPOGPOL

I loveeee how when we have portfolio time, students are so excited to show comparison between evidence & to explain how it shows growth in their skills. My favorite!!! 👏🏻🫶🏻 #fcpsPOGPOL

"How did it feel to hear your friend say that you spoke with confidence?" "It actually makes me feel even more confident with sharing my ideas." #FCPSpogpol @FcpsPOGPOL @FCPSR5

We’re continuing to make #FCPSpogpol visible @PoplarTreeES! Thanks @PTES_Reads for making our vision come to life…and for not falling off a ladder in the process! 🪜👀 #PunIntended ❤️

Making the #fcpspog skill visible and then discussing with students what it can look like in @BeechStem class is a great start to the lesson. Putting words into action to build a 3D model of the ocean floor. @FCPSR2 @FCPSSTEAM

Inspired by this team of educators every day! Providing opportunities for our students and staff to grow in their skills. 🙌#POGsquad

Yesterday was one of my favorite days in all my time with FCPS! My📱 is full w/pictures, my 🧠 is full of ideas & stories, & my ❤️ is full after being surrounded by so many inspiring educators who are dedicated to innovation & uplifting student voice. #fcpspog #fcpspogpol

Proudly represent LJMS @LJMS_PTA @LJMS_FCPS and POG POL @FcpsPOGPOL along with FCPS Global Classroom Project showcasing our Advanced Theatre Art students in their amazing unit with Ghana at POL showcase @FCPSTheatreArts @FCPSR2

So inspired by the teachers and leaders of Fairfax County Public Schools’ Profile of a Graduate’s Presentation of Learning Expo! @Radford_Bobcats @dintersmith #fcpspogpol

Flint Hill 2nd and 5th grade teams are ready to talk about our school's @FcpsPOGPOL journey #FHESilluminates #FHESfamily

I was proud to represent @TerraCentreES today, showcasing our @fcpsPOGPOL successes so far! There were so many great conversations with other schools as we checked in and saw ways we can all grow onward from this point. @Region4FCPS #POGPOLShareFair

Reimagining what school could be with our #fcpsPOGPOL innovator cohort! Amazing to hear @dintersmith, our panel of teachers & students, and staff throughout the county sharing their growth in #fcpsPOG this year! 👏🏻

March POG Share Fair - grateful to be learning from and with so many amazing educators 🙌🏼 @FcpsPOGPOL #fcpsPOGPOL

Best part of my job is the opportunity to elevate student voices! Some things they say just make sense! “If we didn’t use PoG skills…everything would be chaos!” Honored to sit next to this 4th grade #PawTechSquad member today as she inspired us all! #FCPSpogpol @PoplarTreeES

A great day of learning at the @FcpsPOGPOL share fair. So proud of this team for sharing the amazing work @BraddockElem is doing with POG!

“Imagine a world where middle and high school students develop a proficiency that they enjoy, they learn largely on their own, and that contributes to their community.” @dintersmith @FcpsPOGPOL #fcpsPOGPOL

Grateful for the opportunity to share how our littlest rockin robins are becoming expert communicators in math AND to learn from fellow educators! #fcpsPOGPOL

Today is the day that I get to show off the hard work of the @JarboeFirsties and all we have learned through @FcpsPOGPOL. I have loved being on this journey with them and can't wait to see how much growth we can show in June 💙 @StratfordLndgES

#fcpsPOGPOL @dintersmith Morning speakers/sessions were awe inspiring! Can't wait for the afternoon!