I participated in a professional development program focused on executive functions, which provided practical and applicable strategies for classroom implementation. The coach was Colleen Santoni, who was highly knowledgeable and provided valuable guidance to strengthen my instructional practices and my ability to support students’ executive functioning skills. Therefore, I recommend Northshore Learning for its ability to deliver practical, effective strategies for educators that enhance our teaching by equipping us with concrete tools to improve student organization, self-regulation, and engagement.

Jess Werner came to our school to help, with a focus on teacher well-being. She was able to sit down with our team multiple times and talk to us about the issues we have been having. It was so nice to have someone confirm the work we were already doing, and provide suggestions for new things to try. Jess gave us access to some resources on executive functioning that have been very helpful. We look forward to working with her more in the future!

This professional development served as a helpful reminder of how small, intentional practices can make a significant difference for students with ADHD. The session reaffirmed the importance of viewing ADHD through each individual student's strengths. The presenter presented the information in a clear and concise manner that made it simple to walk away with many reminders and strategies to implement almost immediately. I am definitely looking forward to utilizing Northshore Learning as a resource for future professional developments.

I recently sat in on the webinar Brains in Motion: Understanding and Supporting Learners with ADHD. I found the presenter to be clear and concise. She defined strengths of our ADHD learners and addressed real challenges. She offered practical and useful tips for the Tier I setting. Thank you, Northshore Learning for offering valuable workshops that assist teachers and our students.

Our school chose to host a parent session with Dr. Sherryse Corrow on the topic of "productive stress vs. toxic stress" and it was a real eye opener. The advice used was entirely research-based, well explained and thorough. I was impressed with the fact that Sherryse used plenty of research pertaining to our South Korean environment; we had had a couple of chats before the parent session and it was clear that the talk was specifically designed for our context. Parents were very engaged, impressed and still talk about the session.

We hired Northshore to work with a few teachers who needed coaching for different reasons. Their instructional coaches were consistent and tailored their coaching to what each individual needed. I have seen tremendous growth this year in both of the teachers who were mentored. I thank Northshore for helping these teachers grow in their profession and confidence.

"This was truly some of the best professional development I have experienced. Jessica Werner is an excellent communicator who brought clarity, warmth, and high emotional intelligence to every session. She paced the learning with a deep understanding of cognitive load, ensuring that ideas were accessible, practical, and never overwhelming. Her presentation and discussions on classroom behaviour and social-emotional learning were thoughtful, relevant, and highly applicable. Jessica came thoroughly prepared, and her sessions reflected not only her expertise but also her empathy and respect for teachers. What stood out most was her genuine understanding of teacher workload and the unique expectations placed on educators in international schools. She was approachable, down to earth, and consistently supportive—qualities that made the learning experience both engaging and sustainable. Jessica also greatly valued teacher voice and encouraged us to share our own ideas and experiences, which made the professional dialogue richer and more collaborative. I left feeling inspired, supported, and equipped with strategies I could immediately apply in my classroom."

I first connected with Dr. Jess from Northshore Learning through LinkedIn, and from the very beginning, I admired her collaborative spirit and openness to share ideas. Recently, she delivered an online professional development session at Footprints on the Zones of Regulation, and it was truly outstanding. Our school is in Cambodia, so the PD was online and it was incredible. Dr. Jess made the session highly interactive and engaging, with our teachers actively participating from start to finish. She shared examples from her own life and experiences, which made the concepts come alive and feel even more relatable. The feeling charts, zones visuals, and classroom-ready examples were exactly what we needed so practical that many of us took photos and notes to bring straight back to our classrooms the very next day. Her depth of expertise in social-emotional learning and her ability to make the content personal and applicable meant that teachers not only understood the framework but also felt confident implementing it. The PD left our team with both a fresh mindset and ready-to-use resources that will continue to benefit our students. I truly hope we can collaborate again in the future, as her work has had such a positive impact on our practice. Our teachers gained so much from her PD, and I cannot recommend Northshore Learning enough for their professionalism, expertise, and genuine commitment to supporting educators.

Katie Clarke is absolutely brilliant. She is so full of life, passionate, committed, hardworking, ambitious, empathetic and creative. She took the time to get to know me as a person and she made me feel like she has/had my best interest and success in mind. I would 100% recommend her coaching to other teachers. I hope to stay in touch with her.

Katie Clarke 3 observations and meetings of teaching coaching. I recommend Northshore Learning because it is a inviting way to progress as a teacher without any of the stress. Northshore has reminded and validated some of my teaching practices that give me the confidence to continue with teaching.

I attended a workshop conducted by Jessica on Micro wellbeing strategies for teachers and it was extremely useful. Jessica did a fantastic job of balancing information with practical strategies that we experienced during the session.

Katie Clarke is like working with your teacher bestie every time she come. She does so amazing in all the work she does. Her feedback is always above and beyond in how she wants to have us grow in our teaching. Katie also highlights the greatest part of the classroom teaching and helps us with the weakness.

Katie Clark was our instructional coach and she was (is) awesome. I wasn't keen on having to do this but I feel she challenged me and made me more aware of my teaching practices and helped make each experience more purposeful. I respect her and feel I've gained a friend.

Colleen Santoni was a joy to see during our sessions! She was a warm and welcoming individual who gave me the space to discuss honestly my experience and offered wonderful ideas to try in the classroom. She was intentional in her advice during our coaching sessions. I would recommend Northshore Learning because every teacher needs outside support. That is exactly what they provided me as a new teacher. I can't express my thanks enough!

My coach was Katie Clarke, and her support had a significant impact on my instructional practices. As a first-year teacher, the challenges of balancing planning, instruction, and classroom management were overwhelming. Katie provided clear, actionable feedback that helped me refine my teaching strategies and grow more confident in my abilities. I recommend Northshore Learning because the first year of teaching is incredibly difficult, and having a knowledgeable coach made a big difference. Katie helped me find effective ways to differentiate my instruction to better support all learners and provided valuable classroom management strategies that created a more structured and engaging learning environment. Her insights allowed me to feel more in control and intentional in my teaching. Working with an expert from Northshore Learning has given me practical tools to enhance student engagement, tailor instruction to meet diverse needs, and handle classroom challenges with greater confidence. Her support has helped me develop skills that will continue to shape my teaching in the years to come. Overall, my experience with Northshore Learning has been valuable. The mentorship I received was personalized to my needs and gave me both direction and reassurance in my teaching journey. I truly appreciate the expertise and encouragement that helped me grow as an educator.

Allie did a great job with our PD session today. Our topic was Differentiation. The day was informative, engaging, relevant, and valuable for my staff. Allie listened to the team and me about our goals when planning for the day, and she delivered.

Northshore Learning has been an incredible resource, offering innovative tools and strategies that we can directly apply in our classrooms. Their support not only enhances student engagement but also fosters a stronger sense of connection and growth within our community.

I moved into the role of principal with only a year of assistant principal under my belt, and I was grateful for this coaching opportunity to support my transition. Katie Clarke was the perfect person to work with. We had contact the previous year, as she had worked with teachers at the school. It felt comfortable and easy to work with her. She was the perfect sounding board for the challenging elements of being a new principal and she continued to challenge me to look at my goals in a different way. It was great to have another perspective without the emotional connection to the school to provide insight on the big things. I walk away more confident in my growth and further believing that I can succeed in this work!

I attended the two session "21st Century Classroom Management" PD. It was a great experience, where lost of ideas and resources were shared with us teachers. They are very easy and practical to implement in the classroom with our students. Thanks Jessica for your expertise and advice!

Dr. Clarke assisted our high school department chairs in performing classroom observations of their department members. She first did a workshop with them to teach and explain observation purpose and best practices. She then co-observed teachers with the department chair and did follow up conversations with the teacher and the department chair. The experience was rich and informative. The faculty involved felt it to be a very rewarding and important professional development experience.

Executive Function Workshop with Colleen Santoni - Colleen has been an incredible asset to our staff at Shakopee Area Catholic Schools. She consistently brings high-quality, research-based information, and her presentation skills are unmatched. Colleen knows how to engage our staff, delivering content in a way that empowers them with knowledge without feeling overwhelmed. Her pre-meetings with me, as the school leader, are particularly valuable, as she takes the time to ask insightful questions, ensuring her presentations are tailored to the unique needs of our school, students, and teachers. Her ability to connect and customize truly sets her apart.

Karrie from Northshore has been an incredible resource for our teachers. Her coaching sessions provided tangible examples and practical resources that could be immediately implemented in the classroom. She maintained consistent follow-up between sessions, checking in with teachers to ensure progress and provide additional support. Karrie also collaborated with me directly to align her focus with our school's goals for the year, ensuring her efforts were tailored to our needs. I highly recommend Karrie for her professionalism, expertise, and dedication to helping educators succeed.

Allie's presentation on differentiation was engaging, productive, and right on target for the needs of our school. At St. Anthony, we believe that our diversity makes us stronger, so these new instructional tools will help our teachers meet the wide range of student needs we see in the classroom. Allie expertly guided our teachers in creating Action Plans so we can quickly implement the most relevant best practices in differentiation. We're excited to measure the positive impact this professional development from Northshore Learning will have on all our students at St. Anthony - from those needing extra support to those needing extra challenges.