Transform your grading game! Join us to explore innovative strategies for impactful gradebooks and report cards that support every learner. Get the answers you need and streamline your transition today. #EduInnovation #K12Success hubs.li/Q03n6Pjv0

Thank you Garth Larson for a powerful message to close out Day One at #Culturize thinking about how we can continue to shift mindsets for student and staff success.

Day 2 of Culturize Institute Chicago, and the teams from Prince William Co Schools are already sharing their learning and creating action steps to Carry the Banner! #Culturize #Collaboration #CarrytheBanner

The leadership team had a great time in the Windy City at #Culturize Institute. Lots of conversations to plan and reflect on and feeling #StrongerTogether. Enjoyed the opportunity to network with some greats, too! #TeamDCS Jimmy Casas Garth Larson Principal Kafele Anna Claire Parker

Missed Episode 5 of Fires in Grading? No worries—we’ve got you covered! 🎙️ Catch the replay and find out why clarity in standards can’t be outsourced. Watch now: bit.ly/45ziYGc #FiresInGrading #StandardsBasedGrading #STAGR @donsmithedu @larsongarth @beckypeppler

Wow! What an incredible two days of learning and growing at the 2025 CULTURIZE Institute! I was lucky to be able to present alongside the BEST in the world! Garth Larson Jimmy Casas FIRST Ed Resources Becky Peppler Jessica Cabeen Jim Wichman, Ed.S Kheila Casas Gabe Hackett

What an incredible opportunity to bring my favorite guest presenter back to Chicago to learn from amazing educators in the work. Heart is full and head is ready to get back to work!

Wow! What an absolutely incredible two days of learning, laughing, and connecting with educators from all over the country. The Culturize Institute is something you have to experience for yourself! So many amazing educators in one space…and a huge shout out to our partners at

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Guaranteed to be a fiery episode! 🔥🔥

Thanks Jessica Cabeen for sharing this message. There is an opportunity in front of us at all times and we just need to be ready to see it! Looking forward to you being with us again in 2026! #culturizeinstitute FIRST Ed Resources

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Grateful to have spoken at the Culturize Institute, where the focus was clear: culture isn't a program—it's a way of being. The energy in the room was electric. Conversations were rich, stories were powerful, and the gratitude shared by attendees reminded me that people are

Excited to be networking with Principals from around the globe at The United Conference in Seattle! Stop by and visit with us if you’re here. #Networking #Leadership #SeattleBound @larsongarth @donsmithedu

Stop by booth 2412 and grab a copy of The Leader You’re Not… I’ll be there at 1:00 to sign your copy! Jimmy Casas

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Check out our latest episode! We cover the question "Where is the research that supports SBG?" #sblchat #firesingrading #United25

LOVE learning from the one and only Jessica Cabeen at #PrincipalsUnited. #FutureReady advisor. Amazing school leader. Even better human. (Keep leading the way my friend!!) National Assoc. of Elementary School Principals National Assoc. of Secondary School Principals

“When someone asks, ‘Show me the research,’ it’s not resistance—it’s a request for clarity.” In this moment from Episode 6 of the Fires in Grading Show, we explore the root of one of the most common questions in grading reform—and why assuming positive intent can lead to better