Tom Schimmer

Whether you are a leader by title or by influence, this webinar will bring together ideas that make assessment transformations more possible and sustainable.

This prepares leaders and teachers to understand and implement the practices necessary to create a learning- rich culture through systematic assessment.

Join us for a webinar that explores how assessment practices empower the whole child and the whole educator. Cassandra Erkens, Tom Schimmer, Katie White, and Nicole M. Dimich will engage in a lively discussion about feedback, grading, assessment design, and multitiered systems of support in the midst and aftermath of dual pandemics. Assessment at its best can build relationships and inspire hope and efficacy.

Educators have a clarion call to place student agency at the heart of modern instruction. How do we spark the excitement for learning that motivates students to take responsibility for their progress? Self-direction and ownership of each instructional day are key to student engagement and higher levels of achievement. Leveling the playing field and providing access to equitable resources and opportunities are essential to developing a culture of belonging where student agency and equity can thrive.

With this portable event, you will learn directly from Solution Tree Assessment Center experts as they share tips, strategies, and tools to help you navigate modern uncertainty with readiness and confidence.

In this webinar, Tom will highlight seven critical competencies (critical thinking, collaborative thinking, creative thinking, communication, social competence, digital citizenship, and self-regulation) and the assessment practices and processes that make their authentic development possible. Nothing can be developed without assessment.

Build and sustain a strong, collaborative professional learning community. This unique Portable Event Package brings together some of the brightest, most respected minds in education. You'll hear dynamic keynotes and watch powerful breakouts designed to help infuse the PLC at Work® process into every aspect of your school or district.

Discover how to become instructionally agile—moving seamlessly among instruction, formative assessment, and feedback—to enhance student engagement, proficiency, and ownership of learning.

Explore six essential tenets of assessment that will help deepen your understanding of assessment to meet standards and enhance your students’ academic success.