MEET THE TRAINERS

Dr. Tonya Breland

Dr. Erika Leak

Jill Rogers
Course 1: What Is the Nurturing Greatness Blueprint?
Unpack the core values and framework behind TESO’s approach to equitable, student-centered teaching. This foundational course sets the stage for reflective, purpose-driven practice.
Course 2: Starting with High Expectations & Strong Classroom Routines
Discover how to build a classroom culture rooted in consistency, respect, and belief in student potential—beginning on day one.
Course 3: Communication with Students
Learn how to foster trust, connection, and accountability through intentional language, restorative practices, and authentic student dialogue.
Course 4: Communication with Families
Deepen your capacity to build culturally responsive, two-way partnerships with families—strengthening the home-school connection for student success.
Course 5: Activating the Blueprint in Your Classroom
Bring it all together with tools, templates, and a personalized action plan for making the Nurturing Greatness Blueprint come alive in your classroom.
A 5-Course Learning Experience for K–12 Educators
This professional learning series is grounded in our Nurturing Greatness Blueprint—a research-based, practitioner-focused framework that equips teachers to create student-centered learning environments that empower every learner to thrive.
Each course is available on-demand and is designed to support:
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Classroom teachers
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Instructional coaches
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New teacher cohorts
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Professional Learning Communities
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District-wide PD days
The team at TESO Consulting Group believes that every educator has the power to nurture greatness in their students—and now, we’re excited to re-launch the TESO Institute, a new hub for transformative professional learning.
Whether you’re a district leader seeking sustainable effective strategies or a dedicated educator ready to level up your classroom practice, our signature course series will help you reimagine what’s possible for all learners.
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The Nurturing Greatness Series
