The Building Thinking Classrooms Summer Coaching Institute
We are thrilled to announce that we will be hosting our first ever cohort for a Building Thinking Classrooms Coaching Institute! We recognize that with support of Peter and the greater BTC community, there are many ways for K-12 leaders and educators to learn about BTC, engage in their own professional growth, and support the growth of others. From the books and book studies, to in-district professional development, to the BTC Annual Conference and other regional conferences and conference sessions, to the social media groups, webinars, podcasts, and through Rocket PD. We want there to be as much access as possible, and yet, we also know there is an unfulfilled need for coaches and leaders looking for the guidance and clarity they need to support the teachers they serve.
In an effort to meet that need, we have designed a BTC Summer Coaching Institute!
The Building Thinking Classrooms Summer Coaching Institute
We are thrilled to announce that we will be hosting our first ever cohort for a Building Thinking Classrooms Coaching Institute! We recognize that with support of Peter and the greater BTC community, there are many ways for K-12 leaders and educators to learn about BTC, engage in their own professional growth, and support the growth of others. From the books and book studies, to in-district professional development, to the BTC Annual Conference and other regional conferences and conference sessions, to the social media groups, webinars, podcasts, and through Rocket PD. We want there to be as much access as possible, and yet, we also know there is an unfulfilled need for coaches and leaders looking for the guidance and clarity they need to support the teachers they serve.
In an effort to meet that need, we have designed a BTC Summer Coaching Institute!
What Can You Expect?
This invitation to join a cohort of coaches includes:
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A half-day coaching institute followed by a hosted dinner
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Three full days of participation as a learner in the Teacher Institute led by Peter Liljedahl, experienced through the lens of a coach facilitated by Amy Chang
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Two more days of coaching-focused workshops led by Peter and Amy
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One year of ongoing monthly support as part of a cohort of coaches
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Entry into a community of like-minded professionals
*Note: Although the workshops will focus primarily on mathematics instruction, there will be opportunity for discussion around how to use BTC in other subject areas.
What Will You Leave With?
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A greater understanding of Building Thinking Classrooms
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1-year designation as a “Building Thinking Classrooms Certified Coach”
What Is a BTC Certified Coach?
Being designated as a BTC Certified Coach means:
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You have completed the 5.5 day institute
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You have been trained to deliver 3-days worth of BTC workshop content to teachers within the district in which you work
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You have grown your capacity to provide ongoing support of teachers on their journey, how to coach and co-teach in the classroom with a teacher, and how to help teachers navigate the complex space between desired pedagogy and educational systems
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You can renew your certification for a second year upon submission of a portfolio showcasing your coaching work in the first year of certification. Additional support may be made available to you after the first year for an additional fee.
Being designated as a BTC Certified Coach does not mean:
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It does not mean that you are certified to certify anyone else as a BTC Coach or a BTC Teacher
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It does not mean that you may advertise yourself as a Building Thinking Classrooms representative, official team member, or independent consultant
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It is not a pathway to becoming an official team member of Peter’s team
Who Should Apply?
Our goal is to increase access to educational leaders who work in a district or a not-for-profit educational services center to coach and support teachers as they build thinking classrooms. We want to help you help the teachers you work with and to help you reach the teachers who don’t otherwise have access to BTC. However, because our space is limited to 30 participants, there is an application process. You are the ideal Institute candidate if:
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You work in a district
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You are currently in midst of initiative to bring BTC to teachers in district and need to build capacity in PD and ongoing support, or
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Your district is about to embark on widespread implementation and you need to build capacity, or
-
You find there is a groundswell of interest coming from teachers who are working individually to build thinking classrooms and your district wants to build capacity to support those teachers, or
-
You are a coach interested in bringing BTC to your district, and want to hone your understanding and support skills
-
You are not a private consultant and you will agree to only apply what you learn within the district or educational service center in which you work
-
You agree not to market yourself as a BTC consultant or trainer outside of the jurisdiction in which you work
The Details
When?
July 20-25, 2025
Where?
Sacramento Area, Sacramento County Office of Education Conference Center, 3661 Whitehead St., Mather, CA
Cost?
$3,600. Includes 5.5 days of workshops, a hosted dinner, lunches, a complete set of BTC books (including a pre-order of the new 6-12 tasks book), one year of certification (renewable for a second year, and a year of support)
About the venue:
The Institute will be hosted at the Sacramento Office of Education. This location is about a 35-minute drive from Sacramento International Airport. Many eateries and several hotels are within three miles of the conference center. Hotels range in price from $120-$150 per night.
Application process:
We have reached capacity for the Institute and applications are closed. Applicants will be notified of acceptance by early April. Acceptance of the invitation and registration will be due by April 30, 2025.
If you are interested in applying for the waitlist, please click the "Add Me to Waitlist" button below.
For questions: inquiries@buildingthinkingclassrooms.com
What Can You Expect?
This invitation to join a cohort of coaches includes:
-
A half-day coaching institute followed by a hosted dinner
-
Three full days of participation as a learner in the Teacher Institute led by Peter Liljedahl, experienced through the lens of a coach facilitated by Amy Chang
-
Two more days of coaching-focused workshops led by Peter and Amy
-
One year of ongoing monthly support as part of a cohort of coaches
-
Entry into a community of like-minded professionals
*Note: Although the workshops will focus primarily on mathematics instruction, there will be opportunity for discussion around how to use BTC in other subject areas.
What Will You Leave With?
-
A greater understanding of Building Thinking Classrooms
-
1-year designation as a “Building Thinking Classrooms Certified Coach”
What Is a BTC Certified Coach?
Being designated as a BTC Certified Coach means:
-
You have completed the 5.5 day institute
-
You have been trained to deliver 3-days worth of BTC workshop content to teachers within the district in which you work
-
You have grown your capacity to provide ongoing support of teachers on their journey, how to coach and co-teach in the classroom with a teacher, and how to help teachers navigate the complex space between desired pedagogy and educational systems
-
You can renew your certification for a second year upon submission of a portfolio showcasing your coaching work in the first year of certification. Additional support may be made available to you after the first year for an additional fee
Being designated as a BTC Certified Coach does not mean:
-
It does not mean that you are certified to certify anyone else as a BTC Coach or a BTC Teacher
-
It does not mean that you may advertise yourself as a Building Thinking Classrooms representative, official team member, or independent consultant
-
It is not a pathway to becoming an official team member of Peter’s team
Who Should Apply?
Our goal is to increase access to educational leaders who work in a district or a not-for-profit educational services center to coach and support teachers as they build thinking classrooms. We want to help you help the teachers you work with and to help you reach the teachers who don’t otherwise have access to BTC. However, because our space is limited to 30 participants, there is an application process. You are the ideal Institute candidate if:
-
You work in a district
-
You are currently in midst of initiative to bring BTC to teachers in district and need to build capacity in PD and ongoing support, or
-
Your district is about to embark on widespread implementation and you need to build capacity, or
-
You find there is a groundswell of interest coming from teachers who are working individually to build thinking classrooms and your district wants to build capacity to support those teachers, or
-
You are a coach interested in bringing BTC to your district, and want to hone your understanding and support skills
-
You are not a private consultant and you will agree to only apply what you learn within the district or educational service center in which you work
-
You agree not to market yourself as a BTC consultant or trainer outside of the jurisdiction in which you work
The Details
When?
July 20-25, 2025
Where?
Sacramento Area, Sacramento County Office of Education Conference Center, 3661 Whitehead St., Mather, CA
Cost?
$3,600. Includes 5.5 days of workshops, a hosted dinner, lunches, a complete set of BTC books (including a pre-order of the new 6-12 tasks book), one year of certification (renewable for a second year, and a year of support)
About the venue:
The Institute will be hosted at the Sacramento Office of Education. This location is about a 35 minute drive from Sacramento International Airport. There are many eateries and several hotels within three miles of the conference center. Hotels range in price from $120-$150 per night.
Application process:
We have reached capacity for the Institute and applications are closed. Applicants will be notified of acceptance by early April. Acceptance of the invitation and registration will be due by April 30, 2025.
For questions: inquiries@buildingthinkingclassrooms.com
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