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LFTX: Forward Thinking

LFTX: Forward Thinking

By: Learning Forward Texas
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The Forward Thinking podcast is produced by Learning Forward Texas and is designed for educators who lead and support professional learning in their schools and districts. Our goal is to share ideas, perspectives, and practical insights from educators across the field who are working to strengthen teaching and learning through high-quality professional learning.

In each episode, we will spend time in conversation with leaders and practitioners who are doing this work every day. We hope these conversations spark ideas you can bring back to your own systems and teams. Learning Forward Texas is the only organization in Texas who focuses on Professional Learning. www.learningforwardtexas.org

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Episodes
  • Supporting Mentors, Strengthening New Teacher Success - Part 2

    Supporting Mentors, Strengthening New Teacher Success - Part 2
    May 4 2026

    In episode two of this three-part series on new teacher induction, Learning Forward Texas continues the conversation about what it takes to build coherent systems of support for beginning teachers.

    Dr. Nicole Zwahr, President-Elect of Learning Forward Texas, joins the podcast to explore one of the most important elements of a strong induction system: mentor support. In this episode, she shares insights from her experience working with new teachers and mentors, discusses what strong mentor support looks like in practice, and highlights leadership moves that can help mentors guide beginning teachers more effectively.

    This conversation offers practical ideas for educators and leaders who want to strengthen induction efforts and ensure new teachers are supported in meaningful, lasting ways.
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    16 mins
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