In this episode of Empowering the Educator Within, host Christina Shala explores a conversation that many educators are quietly having—but few feel confident navigating: how should we assess students on IEPs? Should we report based on their assigned grade level, or where they’re actually working?

Drawing on real-life discussion and personal insight, Christina unpacks the implications of both approaches—highlighting how each can impact student growth, confidence, and equity in the classroom. While the episode is rooted in British Columbia’s proficiency scale, the questions it raises resonate far beyond provincial borders.

If you're a teacher, administrator, or support staff member trying to make sense of assessment and reporting practices for diverse learners, this episode is for you.

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In this episode of Empowering the Educator Within, we explore three practical strategies schools can use to strengthen learner support programs. From giving support teachers a stronger voice, to setting clear guidelines and scheduling dedicated planning time—these small changes can lead to big improvements in student learning. 🔗 Read the full article at shalabooks.com 🎧 Subscribe for more tips and insights for today’s educators.

In this episode of Empowering the Educator Within, host Christina Shala explores how individualized planners can transform staff development, support mentoring, and align classroom practice with schoolwide goals. Learn why random templates don’t work — and how personalized planning tools lead to meaningful growth.

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Every school has a vision—but is it truly driving practice? In this episode of Empowering the Educator Within, we explore why school and district visions often fall short when not backed by a clearly defined educational framework. Learn how a framework turns ideals into action, unifies teaching practices, and boosts student success across all classrooms.

This episode is based on the blog article: A Vision vs. an Educational Framework. For more practical examples and inspiration, visit The Education Blog at shalabooks.com.

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