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EDU Coach Collective

EDU Coach Collective

Hosted by Forward Edge

Episodes

121

Latest episode

Oct 2026

Language

EN-US

About the show

High-impact coaching starts with the right community. The EDU Coach Collective (brought to you by the team behind Restart Recharge ) is your go-to source for the strategies and stories that move the needle in K-12 education. As active coaches at Forward Edge , we are in the trenches with you every day. Our mission? To provide consistent insights that serve all coaches. Through personal perspectives and expert guest interviews, we provide the tools you need to coach fearlessly. Wherever you are in your journey—we’ve been there, we are there, and we’re ready to help you grow. We are so excited to have you join the conversation with the EDU Coach Collective ! Also, be sure to check out the EDU Coach Network for more information, support, and all your coaching needs.

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October 15, 2026Episode 1725 min

S6EP17 Coaching for Student-Led Learning: Strategies & Tools

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the EDU Coach Collective Podcast , hosts Celine and Katie are joined by Danae Acker, an Instructional Technology Specialist from Anderson School District in South Carolina and a member of the ISTE Generative AI cohort. Together, they explore the transition from traditional, teacher-led classrooms to active, learner-centered environments.

September 29, 2026Episode 1529 min

The First 30-60 Days: A Strategic Plan for Coaching Success

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the EDU Coach Collective, hosts Celine and Katie are joined by Kristin Rankin—a current Virginia intermediate school principal, former Title I instructional coach, and long-time elementary educator—to discuss strategies for the critical first 30 to 60 days of coaching.

September 15, 2026Episode 1431 min

S6 EP15 Navigating the Screen Time Shift: Policy, Practice, and District Realities

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the EDU Coach Collective , hosts Celine and Katie are joined by edtech leader, equity advocate, ISTE Board President, and founder of MsEdTechie Consulting, Patricia Brown. Together, they tackle the complex global screen time debate and explore how schools can balance meaningful tech integration with student well-being.

August 25, 2026Episode 1319 min

Back to School: A Pre-Launch Pep Talk for Coaches

Send us Fan Mail As the new school year kicks off, the pressure on instructional and tech coaches can feel overwhelming. Before the classrooms fill up and the hectic schedules take over, take a step back, hit pause, and tune into this essential pre-launch pep talk designed specifically for you.

August 11, 2026Episode 1310 min

ISTE 2026: Innovation in Tech Instruction

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we take a deep dive into the highlights, key takeaways, and game-changing ideas straight from ISTE 2026. From cutting-edge classroom technologies to forward-thinking instructional strategies, join us as we explore how educators are pushing the boundaries of technology instruction to engage students and transform learning.

June 23, 2026Episode 1226 min

Midseason Reflection and Collaboration Roundtable

Send us Fan Mail Join hosts Celine and Katie, along with special guest and podcast editor Ben, for a reflective midseason deep dive into the sixth season of the EDU Coach Collective. In this episode, the team transitions from behind the scenes to the forefront to discuss the strategies and guests that have shaped their coaching practices this year.

June 9, 2026Episode 1114 min

Summer Sandbox: Reflection & Fun

Send us Fan Mail Celebrate the end of the school year with Celine and Katie as they step out of "survival mode" and into the Summer Sandbox . In this episode, they are joined by Kaitlyn Frederick , an instructional coach who shares her journey through a year of breakthroughs and strategic pivots.

May 26, 2026Episode 1023 min

Coaching Programs with Tracee Keough

Send us Fan Mail This episode features Tracee Keough, the Assistant Director of Coaching Programs at Forward Edge, discussing the evolution of the Certified Coach Program . The conversation highlights the program's structure, its focus on systemic change, and the integration of AI to optimize coaching workflows. 1

May 12, 2026Episode 928 min

The "Gears" of Coaching

Send us Fan Mail This episode of the EDU Coach Collective Podcast features host Katie Ritter in conversation with Jo Lein , a leadership coach and author, discussing the complexities of mindset in instructional coaching. As a leadership coach and writer, Jo Lein focuses on helping individuals move beyond merely "performing" change to actually experiencing it

April 28, 202628 min

The Power of Trust-Based Conversations

Send us Fan Mail This episode of the EDU Coach Collective podcast features Craig Randall , author of Trust-Based Observations . The discussion focuses on revolutionizing classroom observations by removing the "gotcha" culture of evaluation and replacing it with a foundation of relational trust to foster genuine teacher growth.

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