Who should attend this event?

K–12 instructional coaches, school leaders, and district support staff.

Are there any prerequisites for this event?

This event does not have any prerequisites for participating.

How do I register myself or a team for this event?

In the “How many people are you registering?” section, choose the quantity you want to register, add each participant’s name and email, then click Add to Cart. Click View Cart or Check Out to purchase with a credit card or request an invoice (for schools/districts). Registration is not complete until you check out.

Is academic credit provided for the event?

You may qualify for academic credit through your school or district. You can request a certificate of attendance by emailing customerservice@learningfocused.com; this event counts as 10 hours of professional development.

What about lodging and transportation?

Participants are responsible for lodging and transportation. Wait for your Learning-Focused confirmation email before booking a hotel and avoid nonrefundable airline tickets. If you do not receive confirmation within 5 days, email customerservice@learningfocused.com or call 866-955-3276. After paid registration, additional details about the event location and hotels will be provided.

What is your cancellation policy?

If you are unable to attend, contact Learning-Focused via customerservice@learningfocused.com or 866-955-3276 no later than 30 calendar days before the event to request a credit for Learning-Focused products or events. After 30 days, you are ineligible for a credit, but you may send a nonregistered person in your place with confirmation or written authorization. A $50 processing fee applies to all cancellations.

What are the terms and conditions?

Learning-Focused reserves the right to reschedule a session due to low registration. If rescheduled, registrants will be notified and will receive full refunds or may transfer to another date.

Making Progress Leadership Institute: July 9, 2026 at Delmar, DE

Navigate the Complex Landscape of Educational Leadership

Transform Your Vision Into Reality

At the heart of Making Progress is the journey of transformation — from vision to reality. Our heroes are the educational leaders who step up to these challenges, with the courage to drive change, the wisdom to navigate complexities, and the vision to inspire others. These leaders understand that true transformation requires more than incremental changes; it demands a systemic overhaul, a shift in mindset, and an unwavering commitment to excellence. Through their journey, they become the catalysts for creating environments where teachers thrive, students excel, and communities are strengthened. Making Progress is dedicated to these heroes, offering them the tools, insights, and support to turn their visions into realities.

Essential Question for this event

How does a system mindset improve school outcomes?

By the end of this event –

You will know…

The benefits of adopting a systems mindset.
The impact of effective leadership on student success.
What High Yield Instructional Strategies are and their research basis.
The distinction between being "skilled" and "skillful".
The purpose and structure of Strategy Implementation Continuums.
The distinction between Passive Data and Active Data.
The three distinct types of feedback: Appreciation, Evaluation, and Coaching.

You will be able to…

Apply a systems mindset to analyze current school practices, identify underlying issues, and develop comprehensive strategies for transforming school practices and culture.
Formulate clear school improvement goals as observable behaviors and develop specific action steps that consider the interconnectedness of all school systems.
Leverage implementation continuums to assess teachers' current levels of proficiency with High Yield Strategies and provide targeted support for their professional growth.
Distinguish between technical and adaptive improvements and apply this understanding to strategically plan and implement change initiatives in your school.
Conduct effective Vertical Walkthroughs and Daily Walkthroughs to gather active data on instructional practices and student learning across your school.
Provide authentic and impactful Feedback that is specific, values the receiver, and reinforces desired behaviors and efforts, distinct from other feedback types.
Create a positive culture of accountability, ensuring clear expectations, providing support, fostering ownership, and addressing resistance constructively.

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