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- Teaching in the Standards-Based Classroom Workshop
Des Moines, Iowa | May 5–6, 2026
Teaching in the standards-based classroom requires significantly more than simply knowing the standards. A true focus on standards in the classroom requires a teacher to understand multiple elements of a standards-based learning environment, including planning, instruction, assessment, and feedback. This session will present a thoughtful and logical approach to planning for and delivering a high-quality opportunity to learn that increases the potential for students to acquire understanding of the knowledge and skills included in standards. Participants will walk away with information, insights, and ideas as well as a plethora of resources for use in their own classrooms.
- Leading Standards-Based Learning Workshop
Rockford, Illinois | October 19–20, 2026
This 2-Day Workshop will emphasize the importance of starting with the rationale and process for prioritizing standards in standards-based grading rather than starting with the grading system.
- Kristin Poage
Kristin Poage is a contributing author and presenter for Marzano Resources. She is a middle school principal, professional development presenter, and district leader. Her career in education has led her to work in areas of student engagement, grading, instruction, and leadership.
- Lynne Herr
Lynne Herr, PhD, is a technology-focused professional development specialist and Google Certified Educator and Trainer. She also teaches graduate courses in technology leadership and skill development for the University of Nebraska–Lincoln. Dr. Herr served as K–12 school technology director in Waverly, Nebraska for ten years.
- Bill Zima
Bill Zima is the director of implementation for Marzano Academies, working with schools to help realize their unique vision of high reliability organizations that build agency in all learners.
- Laura Hack
Laura Hack, EdD, is the director of elementary education at the Bartholomew Consolidated School Corporation in Indiana. She has worked as a teacher, assistant principal, principal, and Title I director.
- High Reliability Schools Summit
San Antonio, Texas | January 11–13, 2027
Join our lineup of acclaimed experts to learn how your school can achieve the highest levels of effectiveness using the High Reliability Schools framework.








