TESTIMONIALS

What People Say About Us?

Intentionality:

Using the planning protocol and being a part of weekly planning sessions helped me to know what was happening in my building. Focusing on the rigor of assignments has been crucial as well.

Observations:

In addition to being a part of the planning sessions, you have taught me how to observe the teachers I plan with and then you modeled for me how to give effective feedback. (2 of the 3 second grade teachers had 80% or higher on the most recent OG benchmark)

D. English

Signed 5th-year Elementary Principal

D. English Signed 5th-year Elementary Principal

Observations: In addition to being a part of the planning sessions, you have taught me how to observe the teachers I plan with and then you modeled for me how to give effective feedback. (2 of the 3 second grade teachers had 80% or higher on the most recent OG benchmark) Having this laser focus this year has changed me as an instructional leader. It has made me realize the value in me as the leader leading the instruction in my building. In the past, a lot of the planning was left to the academic coach. My coach has stated she knows my presence has helped to change practices because teachers are more accountable with me in planning and observations than they would be with her alone.

A. Chambers Signed 2nd-year Elementary Principal

You have 100% made an impact on me as an instructional leader. I feel that I have grown so much this year in leading my school as an instructional leader. Through your guidance and support we have shifted our focus to really being intentional looking at the standards and the work we are giving our students. You have helped me prioritize the things that are most important and supported me with a plan for implementation and monitoring. I trust you as my supervisor. I know that if I need you that you are there for me. You always have a way of giving me that positive motivation that I need and redirected me out of the weeds. I truly believe that I am a better leader from your guidance and support.

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Cynthia Jewell has been instrumental in my educational leadership journey. As a professional mentor, she modeled being unapologetic about the expectations she has for teaching and learning. Every decision she makes or suggests is focused on what is in the best interest of students. She models courageous leadership, consistency of practices, and a laser-like focus on student success. She is truly an exceptional educational leader in the field of education that has changed the trajectory of students' and teachers' lives for the better.

K. Smith-Paggett

Domain Manager of Professional Learning Facilitators | Lexia Learning

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Mrs. Jewell has an unabashed commitment to examining pedagogy and practice to benefit the most vulnerable students. She is known for being a consensus builder who invites deep dialogue among decision makers and influencers with diverse backgrounds. She is an innovative, self-aware, and caring professional.

E. Arnold, Esquire

Executive-Director of Legal Compliance

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Mrs. Jewell has had a tremendous impact on my professional growth as a teacher-leader. She taught me how to use data to make decisions in the best interest of students. She sees and deeply understands every aspect critical to school, student, and teacher success. She sets high expectations, but is right there beside you leading and supporting the work. She provides hands-on coaching with building relationships, modeling how to give prescriptive feedback, as well as modeling how to provide active engagement with all stakeholders in the school community.

Y. Jones

Special Education Lead Teacher

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Cynthia Jewell is a well-respected leader in the field of public education. She inspires me by her courage, resiliency, and candor. She has a unique style that supports innovation and initiative. In addition, she is known for strengthening the culture of the workplace, making the school environment more unified and collaborative. Mrs. Jewell is never afraid to disrupt the status quo and will make the required changes to get the school/school system back on track. She is a results-driven, courageous, and servant leader that I am happy to call a mentor. She strives each day to leave a legacy of making others better. In a world where individuals often forget the importance of building and modeling authentic relationships, Mrs. Jewell creates environments of mutual care and respect. I am the leader and person I am today because of Cynthia Jewell. There is simply no one else like her.

T. Knight

Special Education Coordinator

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Educating Jewels helped me become the educator I am today. They worked with me on being intentional about using data, implementing student agency, and fostering a personalized approach in my classroom. My first graders were able to speak to their progress on goals set at the beginning of the year. In addition, the students were able to select learning activities based on their individual strengths and weaknesses. For consecutive years, my students were able to demonstrate high growth and mastery of standards based on the support and feedback I received.

K. Cooper

Intervention Teacher

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I am a seasoned principal who can attest to the support and impact Educating Jewels has had on me as the lead learner in my building. Cynthia Jewell is an exceptional leader and supporter. She provided specific feedback to improve my leadership skills. Thanks to the coaching and leadership provided, the admin team at my school was able to implement coaching cycles with a specific focus. She provided guidance and coaching during the Instructional walks. The feedback empowered me to obtain a coaching endorsement and equipped the teachers with specific instructional strategies to improve their practices.

C. Oliver

Veteran Principal