School and Teacher Leadership Academy

"These days were incredible. As we look to reset our school, we have so many great tools to implement. Nothing felt irrelevant or lost because all facilitators had incredible knowledge. I’ve learned so much and feel so honored to have been here."

- Emily Taylor, Teacher Leader

"This was, by far, the best professional development for my team.  I could see their focuses shift and their agency grow.  I also believe that igniting the team to launch a school year will be a powerful way to ignite the staff (their colleagues) and drive the work through the year.  The caliber of the facilitators was top notch – engaging, fun, and incredibly accomplished.  The focus on Colorado educators is effective and commendable."

- Sally Hensley, Principal

"The ability to bring a team to all be part of the change was unmatched. Providing many members of our team with the knowledge, responsibility, and autonomy to promote positive change helps move the needle.  The facilitators at the Tointon Institute are so impactful. Every presenter brought applicable information, real-ness, and fun to important work."

- Nicole Lovato, Teacher Leader

"Tointon is by far the best PL I have had in my 20 years in education.  It is relatable, it builds capacity with teams, it allows for true ownership of our profession, and you leave feeling refreshed, empowered and re-energized."

- Kristin Driver, Principal

"Having the ability to bring team members across your school with varying levels of knowledge and experience to lead the change in improvements in schools to better support students is incredible. This is not a top-down experience. This is a fantastic experience in learning and growing in how to effectively lead using strategies within the school walls that are realistic and can be done today."

- Rebekah Edwards, Teacher Leader

"The Tointon Team Academy provided invaluable learning delivered by impactful presenters, fostering team cohesion and sharing knowledge that will ultimately elevate student success to unprecedented heights.  I am beyond thankful for this opportunity, and it will forever change how I lead."

- Ashley Aragon, Principal

"I feel so empowered and hopeful for this coming school year because of all the knowledge I gained throughout these last three days. Thank you."

- Rebecca Slaman, Teacher Leader

"Teachers at our school had not ever experienced the depth of knowledge, deep reflection and direct application of professional development that they did here. The intense learning sessions combined with opportunities to plan for future applications ignited excitement within our team that we can actually create sustainable systems and reach goals at school perhaps for the very first time!"

- Sarah Hepworth, Principal

"This conference rejuvenates your soul. It reminds you why you became an educator in the first place, that you still have so much to give, and that all things truly are possible. It has refilled my bucket with inspiration and anticipation for all that next year can be."

- Colleen A. Ortiz, Teacher Leader

"Tointon creates a time and space for teams to align goals, values, strengths and needs. Teams are able to learn and expand knowledge while planning and assessing for next steps. It is a safe, inspiring space for all who attend!"

- Cinnamon Cain, Principal

"Tointon helped me realize I have mor potential as a leader than I knew. The knowledge I gained makes me feel more prepared for the challenges ahead this year."

- Amy Emsing, Teacher Leader

"The Tointon Institute for Educational Change was transformative for our school leadership team. This experience has been one of great learning, team building, and planning for our future!  The BEST professional learning that I’ve been fortunate enough to be a part of!"

- Elizabeth Urich, Principal

"I so appreciate that this is a residential retreat in a beautiful place. The sessions are thoughtful and challenging, but the time spent building personal connections with each other is what creates the safe space for us to truly integrate our learning and believe we can do great things together."

- Sarah Warren, Teacher Leader

"This experience is hands down the most beneficial and rewarding professional development I have been able to attend in 30 years of being an educator.  The facilitators and presenters are top notch.  They are humble content experts who guide individuals and teams to craft solutions that apply to the school."

- Bridget O'Connor, Principal