CoachFest 2026: Full Schedule

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10:30am EST

Coaching Through the Evidence: Supporting Teachers with Writing Data

Thursday November 5, 2026 10:30am - 11:30am EST

Limited Capacity seats available

Learn how to leverage text-dependent writing as a powerful coaching tool within a year-long model grounded in student work. Analyze authentic writing, identify patterns in comprehension and evidence, and use protocols to guide teacher conversations and instructional next steps. Explore data-driven coaching moves, collaboration structures, and targeted “boost” cycles to strengthen student outcomes and teacher practice while creating a personalized plan for your school.

Speakers

Lynn Kelley

Literacy Coach, Chester County School District

Lynn Kelley is a literacy coach in the Chester County School District with 23 years of experience in education. She has taught at the elementary and middle school levels, as well as in higher education. She holds master’s degrees in Middle Level Language Arts and Literacy, is a... Read More →

Elizabeth Bridges

Director of Literacy, Chester County School District

Elizabeth Bridges is an experienced literacy leader with 26 years in public education and currently serves as the K–12 Literacy Director in Chester County School District. She has worked as a classroom teacher, instructional coach, and district literacy specialist. Elizabeth is... Read More →

Thursday November 5, 2026 10:30am - 11:30am EST
Blue Bird

Breakout, Clarity

Audience New Coaches, Experienced Coaches, School or District Leaders

1:00pm EST

Step Up to the Plate: Coaching Literacy Across the Content Areas

LIMITED

Thursday November 5, 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm EST

Blue Bird

Limited Capacity seats available

Ready to knock content literacy out of the park? In this session, coaches will explore how to bring evidence-based literacy strategies into every classroom. Participants will discover literacy strategies for all content areas and explore real-world examples of literacy in action beyond ELA. Coaches will leave with ideas and strategies to “step up to the plate”, champion literacy school-wide, and leave with the confidence to support every teacher in making literacy part of their game plan.

Speakers

Tabitha Carter

Literacy Coach, Rockingham County Public Schools

Tabitha Carter is in her fifth year as a Literacy Coach for Rockingham County Public Schools. Prior to that she was a reading specialist at both the elementary and secondary level as well as a 1st grade teacher. She is currently working toward her Doctorate of Education in Curriculum... Read More →

Anne Bragg

Literacy Coach, Rockingham County Public Schools

Anne Bragg, M.Ed., is an experienced literacy educator with over 26 years in education and a strong commitment to ensuring that every child has the opportunity to become a successful reader. She is certified in Orton-Gillingham and LETRS (PK–8), and also serves as a LETRS Facilitator... Read More →

Thursday November 5, 2026 1:00pm - 2:00pm EST
Blue Bird