Five days of professional development to establish a foundation for instructional coaching success
Designed for new and exisiting coaching programs
the intensive instructional coaching institute
The Intensive Instructional Coaching Institute (IICI) is a 5-day retreat based on 20+ years of research, led by the founder of instructional coaching, Jim Knight. This is our most popular offering, as it provides a ‘big picture’ view of instructional coaching; it includes a comprehensive professional development opportunity covering five coaching areas presented in Jim Knight’s bestselling books and research, and takes place right in Jim’s hometown.
This unique learning opportunity helps coaches and administrators develop a deeper understanding of the coaching process and practices, cultivate the necessary communication skills for healthy conversations, deepen engagement in the classroom, and best utilize coaching tools and resources.
Who should attend?
- New instructional coaches
- Veteran instructional coaches who want a refresher course
- Administrators developing coaching programs
- Administrators who want to support their coaches
Where is the Institute?
The institutes take place at the beautiful and historic Oread Hotel in Lawrence, Kansas. A room block is reserved, allowing for guests to comfortably stay on-site at the same location as the institute.
The city of Lawrence boasts a rich history; it was founded in the 1850’s as the state’s resistance to slavery and was built on a commitment to education and civility. Because of this, we’re proud to make Lawrence the home of our Intensive Instructional Coaching Institute.
When is the next Institute?
The IICI is offered 5-6 times per year. Our upcoming dates are:
- July 20 – July 24, 2020
- July 27 – July 31, 2020 *this IICI takes place in Camarillo, CA
The July 20 and July 27 events have been canceled.
- October 26 – October 30, 2020
When is the next Institute?
The IICI is offered 5-6 times per year. Our upcoming dates are:
- July 20 – July 24, 2020
- July 27 – July 31, 2020 *this IICI takes place in Camarillo, CA
The July 20 and July 27 events have been cancelled due to COVID-19 - October 26 – October 30, 2020
Format |
Intensive institute |
Location |
Lawrence, KS |
Duration |
5 consecutive days |
Cost |
$1,550 per person |
daily agenda
Day 1: Better Conversations
Takeaways
- Ways administrators and coaches can communicate more effectively
- Proven methods of providing better feedback
- Skills for better listening
Day 2: The Impact Cycle Pt. 1
Takeaways
- A clear coaching process, guided by The Impact Cycle, that coaches can take back to school and implement with teachers
Day 3: The Impact Cycle Pt. 2
Takeaways
- A clear coaching process, guided by The Impact Cycle, that coaches can take back to school and implement with teachers
Day 4: Coaching for Engagement
Takeaways
- Specific coaching practices for engaging students at the emotional, cognitive, and behavioral levels
- Goals for coaches and teachers that lead to student engagement
Day 5: Coaching for Achievement & The Instructional Playbook
Takeaways
- A more comprehensive understanding around coaching tools and practices
Developing a New Program?
Receive one-on-one support in the Coaches of Coaches session on day 6
Day 6: Coaches of Coaches Special Session
This post-institute workshop is designed specifically for administrators who are developing new coaching programs. With a maximum attendance of 10 people, these small groups work one-on-one with Jim Knight to:
- Learn how to apply all of the coaching coaches tools that have been developed by the Instructional Coaching Group
- Develop specific plans for supporting coaches and educating others in their district
- Learn and share with others who are developing or supporting coaches
To add this session, you must first register for the 5-day IICI, then register for this add-on.
Resources Provided
Cost of registration includes breakfast and lunch for all five days, plus the books listed below:
- The Impact Cycle (Knight 2017) book bundle
- Better Conversations (Knight 2015) book bundle
- The Instructional Playbook (Knight 2019) book bundle
- High-Impact Instruction (Knight 2012)
- Focus on Teaching (Knight 2014)
- Engagement workbook
- Achievement workbook
- Positive Classrooms workbook
Request to Attend
Download our Request to Attend template to show your administrators why the Intensive Instructional Coaching Institute is a valuable, system-wide learning opportunity. Just click to download the word document and complete the highlighted areas with the details that are specific to your request.