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Post-Fellowship Year (PFY) Graduation

Congratulations to our graduating Post-Fellowship (PFY) schools! PFY school teams gathered together to share their stories of a yearlong journey towards building Collective Teacher Efficacy within a signature practice. It was clear from their reflections and experiences that each team’s collaborative efforts made a positive impact on teaching and learning across their school campus. Prospective […]

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Elevate Your Teaching: Cotsen Alumni Conference Grants

Cotsen alumnus have exclusive access to transformative professional development opportunities. Our Alumni Conference Grants covers conference registration, airfare, and accommodation for events like: NCTE/NCTM Joint Conference (Summer 2024) Harvard Family Engagement Institute (Summer 2024) Institute for Racial Equity in Literacy NCTE Annual Convention: “Heart, Hope, Humanity” (November 2024, Boston) CUE Conference (March 2025, Palm Springs) […]

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Turning Math into Magic: How Hermosa Drive Elementary Sparks Joy in Learning

  At Hermosa Drive Elementary in Fullerton School District, math class is no longer a dreaded subject—it’s a celebration of creativity and fun. Inspired by a workshop on joyful learning, Cotsen mentor Kyle Ruiz and her fellows have revolutionized the school’s approach to mathematics education. From googly-eyed staplers to vibrant murals, the school environment now […]

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2025 Empowered Learning Conference: Fostering Joy, Innovation, and Connection for Deeper Learning

On February 22nd, the Telesis Academy of Science and Math buzzed with energy and excitement as the venue for the 2025 Empowered Learning Conference. The event drew a dynamic mix of Cotsen alumni, current fellows, mentors, administrators, and a diverse group of educators from various schools and districts with the theme of “Fostering Joy, Innovation, […]