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LFTX: Forward Thinking

LFTX: Forward Thinking

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The Forward Thinking podcast is produced by Learning Forward Texas and is designed for educators who lead and support professional learning in their schools and districts. Our goal is to share ideas, perspectives, and practical insights from educators across the field who are working to strengthen teaching and learning through high-quality professional learning.

In each episode, we will spend time in conversation with leaders and practitioners who are doing this work every day. We hope these conversations spark ideas you can bring back to your own systems and teams. Learning Forward Texas is the only organization in Texas who focuses on Professional Learning. www.learningforwardtexas.org

Learning Forward Texas 2026
  • New Teacher Induction and Support - Part 1
    Mar 31 2026

    Join us for an engaging 30-minute conversation where we’ll discuss the topic of new teacher induction and learn about innovative strategies for creating a dynamic beginning teacher induction program! Chris will share how leaders can be more intentional and purpose-driven in their efforts to support new teachers and share a framework for structuring beginning teacher support that not only aligns with your district's unique culture and values but also enhances your professional learning priorities. Drawing from his wide-ranging experience as a teacher, campus and district leader, researcher, and consultant helping other districts around the country start systemic teacher induction programs, Dr. Chris Summers shares insights, priorities, and practical tips (many of them found in his book Purpose-Driven Teacher Induction) leaders can use right away to elevate induction beyond mere orientation and compliance. Let’s help beginning teachers not just survive, but actually thrive!

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    26 Min.
  • Supporting Mentors, Strengthening New Teacher Success
    May 4 2026

    In episode two of this three-part series on new teacher induction, Learning Forward Texas continues the conversation about what it takes to build coherent systems of support for beginning teachers.

    Dr. Nicole Zwahr, President-Elect of Learning Forward Texas, joins the podcast to explore one of the most important elements of a strong induction system: mentor support. In this episode, she shares insights from her experience working with new teachers and mentors, discusses what strong mentor support looks like in practice, and highlights leadership moves that can help mentors guide beginning teachers more effectively.

    This conversation offers practical ideas for educators and leaders who want to strengthen induction efforts and ensure new teachers are supported in meaningful, lasting ways.

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    16 Min.
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