Make the most of your ESSER Funds With Comprehensive PD Personalized to Your District

Allocate your remaining ESSER III (ARP Act) funds by the September deadline with professional learning that delivers results for years to come.

Professional Learning. Connected.

Simplify spending your ESSER Funds by the September 30th, 2024 deadline with a comprehensive PD package aligned to your district initiatives. With our tiered subscription packages, you can say goodbye to the hassle of budgeting and purchasing individual training programs. Instead, enjoy the convenience of having all your professional development needs covered in a single contract with no unexpected expenses. 
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BL Direct

Virtual 1:1 Coaching for Teachers: Support 17 teachers with three months of personalized 1:1 coaching focused on specific outcomes.

Virtual 1:1 Coaching for Leaders: Empower 2 leaders with three months of personalized 1:1 coaching focused on specific outcomes.

BL Lab: All participating educators receive unlimited access to our vast library of On-Demand Courses, Strategies and Lesson Plans educators can leverage at their own pace.

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BL Elect

Virtual 1:1 Coaching for Teachers: Support 25 teachers with three months of personalized 1:1 coaching focused on specific outcomes.

Virtual 1:1 Coaching for Leaders:
Empower 5 leaders with three months of personalized 1:1 coaching focused on specific outcomes.

BL Lab: All participating educators receive unlimited access to our vast library of On-Demand Courses, Strategies and Lesson Plans educators can leverage at their own pace.

In-Person Workshops: Bring up to 25 teachers together in one 6-hour in-person Workshop to launch learning in a specific area of focus aligned to specific goals.

Virtual Workshops: Collaborate in two 2-hour Virtual Workshops for up to 25 educators working toward specific learning outcomes using our Define-Explore-Build learning model.

In-Person Learning Walk: One Learning Walk brings together five instructional leaders mid-year for classroom observation in a focused, non-evaluative framework to support leaders in identifying strengths and areas of opportunity within a specific topic.

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BL Select

Virtual 1:1 Coaching for Teachers: Support 25 teachers with a semester of personalized 1:1 coaching focused on specific outcomes.

Virtual 1:1 Coaching for Leaders: Empower 5 leaders with a semester of personalized 1:1 coaching focused on specific outcomes.

BL Lab: All participating educators receive unlimited access to our vast library of On-Demand Courses, Strategies and Lesson Plans educators can leverage at their own pace.

In-Person Workshops: Bring up to 25 teachers together in one 6-hour in-person Workshops to launch learning in focus areas aligned to specific goals.

Virtual Workshops: Collaborate in four 2-hour Virtual Workshops for up to 25 educators working toward specific learning outcomes using our Define-Explore-Build learning model.

In-Person Learning Walks: Three Learning Walks are strategically paced in the first and second semesters, five instructional leaders come together for classroom observation in a focused, non-evaluative framework to support leaders in identifying strengths and areas of opportunity within a specific topic.

*Custom packages available
*Multi-year packages available with discounted pricing

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The Effectiveness of BetterLesson:
Evidence & Research

We are impact-ready! BetterLesson has earned ESSA Level III certification. Unlock your school's potential with our high-quality professional learning solutions.

Learning Experiences in the BetterLesson Ecosystem

Creating sustained change in practice takes time. Enable educators to achieve meaningful outcomes in concrete, practical ways by offering job-embedded learning experiences that are paced throughout the school year, guided by expert BetterLesson coaches, with strategies that can be applied in the classroom the next day.

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BL Connect

Self-directed courses and high-quality asynchronous content create awareness of a wide range of topics.

Workshops

In-person or virtual collaborative sessions for educators to learn new practices, develop actionable next steps, and create a plan to measure the efficacy of new practices in the classroom.

Coaching

Virtual coaching offers new teachers support from expert instructional coaches who help build and sustain new practices through the Try-Measure-Learn method.

Learning Walks

Non-evaluative classroom observations for leaders to analyze trends in teacher practice and create a plan to support all educators with continued professional learning.

BL Lab

The BL Lab offers administrators professional learning data and all educators a full library of self-directed BL Connect courses filled with research-backed strategies, tools, and resources. Access content, track participation, and measure outcomes of professional learning in one centralized platform.

Your Questions, Answered

Unlike our competitors, which offer a standardized approach to professional development, we provide training programs aligned with your strategic initiatives that deliver results. Our team of expert coaches will work closely with you to design an outcomes-focused program that meets your specific goals. When it comes to assessing progress and effective implementation, we don't just leave you to fend for yourself. We provide extensive coaching and support to ensure that the training is fully integrated into the classroom and that teachers are able to apply what they've learned.

  • Single or multi-year personalized PD programs designed for sustained impact
  • Research-based Try-Measure-Learn framework and Green-Rated HQIM
  • Expert virtual coaching and in-person support for successful implementation & adoption
  • Measurable outcomes that improve teaching and learning outcomes

Easily allocate your ESSER funds by the September 30th, 2023 deadline with a single or multi-year package to simplify your PD planning and funding process with one contract. District leaders can plan for long-term investments in professional development without worrying about unexpected costs.

  • Leader Dashboards that report the effectiveness and progress of your investment
  • Expert guidance and support in allocating your ESSER funding before the deadline
  • Tailored solutions that meet your school or district's specific needs and goals
  • Targeted PD experiences that deliver long-term impact on student outcomes

Lead growth and build capacity with ongoing, personalized, evidence-based professional learning from trusted experts and receive locked-in pricing for all resources and services throughout your subscription. Our packages are designed to provide flexible options for districts to choose from based on their specific capacity and budgets. For each phase of your contract, you are empowered to select the areas of focus and target outcomes towards student-centered learning. This means that, together, we can tailor your training to meet the unique needs of your staff and students, ensuring that your students get the most out of your investment.

  • Choose specific outcomes that makes a difference in the lives of your students
  • Invest in sustainable solutions that deliver measurable results for years to come
  • Support educators with differentiated learning experiences to ensure sustained change in practice
  • Partner with BetterLesson for a personalized PD solution aligned with your specific goals

Simplify how you spend your ESSER funds with three levels of professional development support for educators. Each package is designed to offer districts a customized plan to work toward their strategic goals.

 

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BL Direct

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BL Elect

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BL Select

Virtual 1:1 Coaching for Teachers

Three months of Coaching for 25 teachers Three months of Coaching for 25 teachers A semester of Coaching for 25 teachers

Virtual 1:1 Coaching for Leaders

Three months of Coaching for 2 leaders Three months of Coaching for 5 leaders A semester of Coaching for 5 leaders

BL Lab

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In-Person Workshops

  One in-person workshop for 25 teachers One in-person workshops for 25 teachers

Virtual Workshops

  Two virtual workshops for 25 teachers Four virtual workshops for 25 teachers

In-Person Learning Walk

  One Learning Walk for 5 leaders Three Learning Walks for 5 leaders

Unlock Long-Term Improvements with ESSER Funds

Contact us today to learn how we can help you simplify the allocation of your ESSER funds for single or multi-year Professional Learning programs that deliver better student outcomes and measurable long-term school improvement providing Leader Dashboards that report the effectiveness and progress of your investment

Together we can build a professional learning program that fits your district's specific needs.

Professional Learning Topics Designed by Educators

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Instructional Leadership Focus Areas

Improve instruction and learning for teachers and students by building your skills as an instructional leader.

Leading Through Change: Lead the improvement of teaching, learning, and overall school climate to enhance student achievement and success.
 
Instructional Coaching: Provide teachers with personalized coaching cycles that support them growing and developing their teaching practice.
 
Collaborative Professional Learning: Develop a collaborative professional culture to support student-centered teaching and learning. 
 
Feedback and Observation: Create an authentic, replicable observation and feedback cycle that promotes alignment of student-centered goals and non-evaluative conversation.
 
Principalship: Equip new leaders to meet the specific demands that come with the first three years of serving as a building principal.
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Inclusive and Responsive Practices Focus Areas

Build an equitable learning community where all students can be supported, celebrated, and successful.

Social-Emotional Learning: Prepare students with the self-awareness, relational, and decision-making skills they need to succeed in school and in life. 
 
Culturally Responsive Teaching and Learning: Develop learning communities that honor diverse student backgrounds and experiences.
 
Trauma-Informed Practices: Approach learning with an understanding of the impacts of trauma and adversity on students.
 
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: Create inclusive educational ecosystems by examining structures, systems, and beliefs informed by race and identity.
 
English Learners: Enable all English Learners to grow and thrive in their learning environments with differentiated support.
 
Students with Disabilities: Support students with disabilities to learn and grow in their learning environments. 
 
SEL-with-KikoriSocial-Emotional Learning with Kikori: Utilize the Kikori platform to develop social and emotional intelligence in both students and teachers to build a student-centered classroom learning community. 
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Flexible Instructional Models Focus Areas

Find unique ways for all students to learn, communicate, and solve meaningful problems.

Accelerating Growth: Accelerate student growth and provide differentiated support for all learners to create a student-centered learning environment.
 
Formative Assessment and Differentiation: Provide students with multiple opportunities to demonstrate their understanding and guide their future learning.
 
Blended Learning: Create effective and efficient blended learning systems that sustainably drive student learning.
 
Competency-Based Learning: Create personalized learning paths that allow students to progress toward goals and demonstrate competency in flexible formats.
 
Teachership: Empower new teachers to become high-quality educators through professional learning, mentorship, and leadership support. 
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Curriculum and Academic Content Focus Areas

Use learning tools and curriculum to create a student-centered classroom.

Student-Centered Math: Create transformative mathematics classrooms where students engage in problem-solving, discourse, application, and critical thinking.
 
Student-Centered Literacy: Develop students’ literacy skills by supporting student ownership of evidence-based reading, writing, speaking, and listening. 
 
OUR K-8 Math: Integrate the instructional routines and resources embedded in the OUR K-8 Math curriculum. 
 
IM-K-5-MathIM K-12 Math: Strategically implement the IM K-12 Math curriculum to support student-centered math instruction. 
 
EL Education: Strategically implement the EL Education K-8 Language Arts curriculum to support student-centered literacy instruction. 
 
OpenSciEd: Help students make sense of scientific phenomena by harnessing the full power of the OpenSciEd platform.
 
Odell-EducationOdell Education: Understand and implement the Odell Education curriculum to equip students with essential literacy skills.
 
KiddomKiddom: Support educators to use Kiddom to effectively launch and utilize student-centered curricula in every classroom.
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Transforming Teaching and Learning at Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools

When Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools partnered with BetterLesson to provide teachers and leaders the in-depth, customized support they needed, the district was able to adapt to three urgent instructional shifts and build capacity for the long term.

From Virtual Workshops in creating a safe and inclusive culture online, to deeper instructional leadership programs for principals across the district, Charlotte-Mecklenburg adapted quickly to provide their educators with meaningful ongoing professional learning.

Resources for Federal Funding and PD

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ESSER Funding Guide to Professional Development

Learn how ESSER and ESSA funds can be used to close student learning gaps, accelerate growth, and regain social-emotional skills.

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Using ESSA Funds for Professional Learning

Explore how to get the most out of your Title I funding and give your educators the personalized support they need to have success in the classroom.

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Applying ESSER Funds to Accelerate Student Growth

Learn how ESSER funds can be used for the same allowable professional development and training activities for which ESEA funds can be used.

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