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Amanda Stinchcomb retweeted
Our staff has been busy all week preparing to start the 2026-2027 school year. We are so grateful for their leadership and all of the ways that they show their commitment to our school community. This year we are reaching new heights together! @aghoulihan @ucpsnc
Amanda Stinchcomb retweeted
In our latest blog post, we dive into why the solution to oral reading isn't eliminating it, it's restructuring it. 🏗️
See how FASE Reading replaces "popcorn reading" to intentionally build student fluency, confidence, and comprehension:
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Amanda Stinchcomb retweeted
In 𝘏𝘰𝘸 𝘞𝘦 𝘓𝘦𝘢𝘳𝘯, Stanislas Dehaene—one of the world’s leading cognitive neuroscientists and winner of the Nobel-equivalent Brain Prize—identifies the 4 Biological Pillars of Learning. Without all 4 of these pillars in place, learning is fragile and will not last: 🧵
The @BentonHeightsES ILT dug into strategies to strengthen explicit instruction during an author talk with @bryanrgoodwin this afternoon. Next up: piloting practices in classrooms @UCPSNC @AGHoulihan
A moment to shout out the incredible teacher leaders at @BentonHeightsES. Leadership Day included a staff-led session to share about our learning around standards-based WIGs. Early results are so exciting. @AGHoulihan @jamiespinks @boatcandice
Amanda Stinchcomb retweeted
Come visit and see if we’re a fit for your family! Open house for prospective families Thursday, February 12 at 5:00. We can’t wait to meet you! @aghoulihan @ucpsnc
Amanda Stinchcomb retweeted
The Special Programs Lottery begins today. Apply for @BentonHeightsES, AgTech @ForestHillsHSNC, @CATAMonroeNC, Health Sciences Academy @MonroeHSNC, Sustainable Energy @ParkwoodHSNC, AgTech @PiedmontHSNC and @UCEarlyCollege: ucpsnc.org/enroll/lottery-sc… @AGHoulihan
This work has been so energizing— setting goals and watching more students find success week after week. Very proud to learn with these folks. @AGHoulihan @boatcandice @UCPSNC @jamiespinks
Our kindergarten team analyzed data on their Wildly Important Goals. We love watching our students grow and collaborating to strengthen learning for all! @ucpsnc @aghoulihan @boatcandice
Amanda Stinchcomb retweeted
Our staff is grateful for every opportunity to learn with @jamiespinks — today we reflected on the progress our students have made. So many a-ha moments and so much insight! @UCPSNC @AGHoulihan @aestinch @boatcandice
Today’s staff meeting: team teach back protocol- build and model the lesson together. Forever in awe of this staff’s willingness to dig in. @AGHoulihan @UCPSNC @boatcandice
Amanda Stinchcomb retweeted
BHESA staff spent the afternoon learning from each other during staff-led mini professional development sessions. Way to lead! @aghoulihan @ucpsnc
Amanda Stinchcomb retweeted
Unlock instant insight! 🧠 Our latest Substack explores the power of Active Observation. Turn the flow of classroom activity into precise feedback to sharpen instruction & strengthen relationships.
👉Read here: open.substack.com/pub/teachl…
Amanda Stinchcomb retweeted
Understanding math facts makes direct instruction flow. Students can focus on new content instead of struggling with basics. Listen as we discuss math fact fluency from multiple perspectives.
@brian_poncy @rastokke @StamStam193 @bamradionetwork bamradionetwork.com/track/un… #TEACHers
Amanda Stinchcomb retweeted
This morning we revealed our WIGs (Wildly Important Goals) in grades K-5!! We can’t wait to see our Tigers shine! @AGHoulihan @UCPSNC @aestinch @boatcandice
Academic monitoring in 4th grade today. Clarity, feedback, and success. Way to go, Ms. Lewis! @UCPSNC @AGHoulihan @boatcandice
Amanda Stinchcomb retweeted
Congratulations to @BentonHeightsES @ParkwoodMSNC @SunValleyMSNC for moving out of low-performing status. @AGHoulihan
Yes!
The most important thing to get ready in your room…IS YOU! Kids are going to walk in and see their name and know if they are supposed to be in that room. Then they’ll look at you…and know if THEY BELONG. Just got to take care of each other. #LeadFromWhereYouAre #1minwalk2work
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My friend @chefjoseandres wrote this in the @nytimes today, it’s a must read
nytimes.com/2025/07/27/opini…
So pumped about the planning we’ve done to strengthen goal setting practices this year. WIGs are going to elevate our work in every @BentonHeightsES PLC. Thanks @jamiespinks for helping us to set direction for the year! @AGHoulihan @boatcandice
Amanda Stinchcomb retweeted
Students are out for summer but our teachers are still learning. Congrats to Ms. Pendleton, Ms. Garrison, and Ms. Burnett who completed @OCDEProjectGLAD this week. We can’t wait to learn from you! @AGHoulihan @boatcandice @aestinch
