How Instructional Coaches Helped Lead Turnaround at Herrin Elementary

Herrin Elementary School, part of Herrin CUSD #4, made the incredible jump from Underperforming to Exemplary. In this episode, we speak to Superintendent Dr. Terry Ryker about how hiring instructional coaches was a big factor in the turnaround. According to Ryker, the district chose to hire instructional coaches after analyzing the research in the Evidence-Based Funding Formula. Our podcast is sponsored by American Fidelity. Consider American Fidelity for a different opinion on employer benefit solutions for education.