We’ve all felt the post-conference buzz—the excitement, the fresh ideas, the urge to rethink how we teach. But too often, that energy fades once we’re back in our classrooms.
In this episode of Empowering the Educator Within, we explore why most professional development doesn’t stick—and what’s missing from the equation. The answer? Planners. But not just any planners—the kind designed to help you move from theory to practice with intention.
We’ll look at how the right planning tools can turn one-time inspiration into long-term growth, and why every PD session should end with a plan in hand—not just a pile of notes.
📝 Read the companion article: The Problem With Current Professional Development and How to Solve It 📘 Explore Empowering the Educator Within—the book and workbook that help schools plan with purpose 💻 Want a digital solution? Check out ESBPlanners for collaborative school-wide planning
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