Join us for an engaging webinar about balanced assessment systems that truly support student success. In this session, we’ll explore how a well-rounded assessment system not only measures student progress but also identifies their needs, addresses learning gaps, and celebrates achievements—all in a way that’s practical and relevant to the classroom.

Recommended Audience: Institutions in the United States | Institutions outside the United States

This training is designed to equip schools and systems with the tools, skills, and know-how to host a successful Candidacy Review. The content and activities will clarify the expectations on the host institution and the process of the Candidacy Review.

Recommended Audience: Institutions in the United States | Institutions outside the United States

Accreditation is the most widely used improvement process in the world. It is distinctly different from other improvement processes—accreditation in a standards-based ongoing improvement process includes expert, third-party professional review, and feedback. This session details the steps in the improvement journey for institutions preparing for an Accreditation Engagement Review. Learn how to document and report findings to gain or maintain the value and recognition of being an accredited institution.

Recommended Audience: Institutions in the United States | Institutions outside the United States

Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) research and evidenced-based practices are recognized as key drivers for positive impacting student outcomes and educator effectiveness. Cognia’s STEM Institute will explore the why and how of STEM, how to connect STEM instruction to all content areas and classrooms, and how to build a STEM culture. Leaders and classroom teachers alike will gain insights and new ideas on how to expand and grow STEM work in their institutions. Cognia’s STEM framework is a pathway toward certification and provides an international model for defining quality STEM schools and programs. Through panel discussion and best practice showcase, experienced educational leaders will share how they have implemented STEM best practices utilizing Cognia’s framework at their institutions and talk about their results. Attendees will walk away with new ideas and connections on supporting and expanding STEM in their institutions.

Location: Pepsi Building, 661 Craghead Street, Danville, VA
Recommended Audience: Institutions in the United States ONLY

Cognia's Strategic and Thinking program offers leadership teams a dynamic set of resources, processes, and tools that, along with expert facilitation, represent a one-of-a-kind professional learning experience. Aligned to Cognia’ s accreditation protocols and standards, the Strategic Thinking and Planning solution provides flexible packages that can support school and system teams through the process of developing, implementing, and evaluating strategic plans and initiatives. What’s more, the program is designed to develop transferable leadership skills that build capacity for the entire team.

Recommended Audience: Institutions in the United States | Institutions outside the United States

Accreditation is the most widely used improvement process in the world. It is distinctly different from other improvement processes—accreditation in a standards-based ongoing improvement process includes expert, third-party professional review, and feedback. This session details the steps in the improvement journey for institutions preparing for an Accreditation Engagement Review. Learn how to document and report findings to gain or maintain the value and recognition of being an accredited institution.

Recommended Audience: Institutions in the United States | Institutions outside the United States

Join us as we discuss how to support you in preparing for your Engagement Review. This session is intended for institutions who have already completed Engagement Review Training and would like further assistance related to key concepts provided during the sessions. Our team will be available to provide additional assistance and answer questions related to gathering evidence, writing your narratives, developing a theory of action, submitting your diagnostics and more.

Recommended Audience: Institutions in the United States | Institutions outside the United States

Cognia invites you to the IMPACT conference, where you will invest in your own growth—as leaders and teachers—and continue your investment in the growth of your students. During the time you spend with us, you’ll enrich your own learning, explore how you exemplify characteristics of high quality schools, and gain clarity and focus on the meaningful work you do every day. Learn from experts and come away with strategies that can make a difference in your own work and in the experiences of your students. You’ll make new connections and build upon existing relationships with peers across North Carolina and learn how Cognia can help you address your unique challenges in your journey of continuous improvement.

Location: Holiday Inn Lumina Resort, 1706 N Lumina Ave, Wrightsville Beach, NC
Recommended Audience: Institutions in the United States ONLY

This live course is designed to support you as you prepare to host your Early Learning Accreditation Engagement Review. Whether you are attending this course because you will be the facilitator leading your own institution in training about the new Cognia Early Learning Standards and protocols, or are attending training with your school, Cognia is here to support your preparation and work. February 20 and 27 @ 1 pm - 3 pm EST

Recommended Audience: Institutions in the United States | Institutions outside the United States

We are pleased to invite you to Cognia’s Leadership Institute hosted at Cognia’s contemporary corporate headquarters in Alpharetta, GA. During this event for building and district leaders, you will have the unique opportunity to connect with the best education leaders in the country to share solutions to complex problems, develop lasting relationships, and establish critical professional networks that best support your work. This collaborative working institute will focus on teacher and leader retention.

Location: Cognia Headquarters, 9115 Westside Pkwy, Alpharetta, GA
Recommended Audience: Institutions in the United States ONLY