A Lesson in Humility
I decided to write this post after I witnessed the events of January 6, 2021 in our nation’s capital. Like many, I was in disbelief, frustrated, saddened, humiliated, and angry. I am a U.S. Airforce veteran and consider myself very patriotic. The events of January 6 disturbed me and challenged my confidence in our government. […]
Our Children Are Watching
The ongoing challenges to the November 3 election outcome culminated Wednesday in an obscene, shameless, abhorrent display of violence that resulted in extremists attacking the U.S. Capitol, a lockdown of legislators who had gathered to certify President-Elect Joe Biden’s and Vice President-Elect Kamala Harris’ Electoral College victory, and the death of at least four extremists and […]
A Story of Caring School Leadership
Stories emotionalize information. A well crafted story can take data, figures, and theory and turn it into something memorable. Transformational leaders understand this and effectively use stories to illuminate, inform, and inspire. What is not as often recognized, however, is the power that comes from the actual crafting of the story. By taking time to […]
Offering Grace vs. Unintentionally Enabling
What is the difference between unintended enablers and someone who offers grace? We are living in unprecedented times and no matter what, this pandemic is going to leave a deep imprint on our children. There are many factors we can’t control, like the necessary social distancing required to avoid the spread of COVID-19 or whether […]
Leading with Data Across Learning Modalities
This year more than ever, school leaders are filtering an unprecedented amount of information to support prioritization for student impact. They are balancing the social and emotional needs of students with the needs of their staff; additionally, they are balancing the priorities of relationship-building and routine with the imperative of rigorous instruction. And while No-Nonsense […]
Vulnerability and Our Journey to Become and Anti-Racist Organization
Origin of Our Journey to Anti-Racism On Juneteenth, CT3 made a commitment to become a leading anti-racist organization. Soon after, our seven-person anti-racism (AR) committee set out to actualize that commitment. Referring to the work of Dr. Ibram X. Kendi and other experts, our team agreed that to be an anti-racist is to actively take […]
Meet Our Team: Andréa Martinez, Chief of Staff
In this blog series, we are highlighting a member of the CT3 team about their background in education as well as the expertise that each brings to their work with educators across the country. CT3 is proud to have recently announced the promotion of Andréa Martinez to chief of staff. She was previously executive assistant […]
CT3, Prominent Teacher Training and Leadership Coaching Organization, Names New Senior-Level Executive
Nataki Gregory Appointed Chief Executive Officer SAN FRANCISCO, CA – July 30, 2020 – CT3 (www.ct3education.com), a leading teacher training and education leadership organization, announced today the immediate promotion of Nataki Gregory, Ed.D., as chief executive officer. The company, which serves schools and districts around the country, focuses on improving the quality and culture of education for youth, […]
Meet Our Team: Chris Cantu
In this blog series, we are interviewing a member of the CT3 team about their background in education as well as the expertise that they each bring to their work with educators across the country. Tell us about your background in education. I was a raised by a single mother who preached to me the […]
In Celebration of Juneteenth
Juneteenth commemorates June 19, 1865: the day that Union Army Maj. Gen. Gordon Granger rode into Galveston, Texas, and told slaves of their emancipation. “In accordance with a proclamation from the Executive of the United States, all slaves are free,” Granger read to a crowd. That day came more than two years after President Abraham […]
