About Angela

For the past 20 years, she has been a dedicated member of the team at ESC Region 13. Angela is a certified trainer for several programs, including Franklin Covey’s Leader in Me, Interventions: Evidence-Based Intervention for Individual Students, Coaching Classroom Management, CHAMPS, Restorative Practices, PBIS, Why Try Social Emotional Curriculum, Influencer, and True Colors.

What Angela enjoys the most about her work at ESC, Region 13 is the connections she makes with both internal and external clients.

Session Information

How to Navigate the Triage of Behavior as a Coach

When classroom behavior feels chaotic, it can be hard for teachers to know where to start. As coaches, we’re often called in to “fix” the classroom, but real change starts with understanding what’s driving the problem. Is it an academic deficit or a behavior deficit? In this session, we’ll explore how brain science—especially the roles of dopamine, social interaction, and executive functioning—shapes student behavior and impacts learning. You’ll gain tools to help teachers reframe challenging behavior through a developmental lens, prioritize interventions, and make connections between emotional regulation and academic growth. Walk away with practical strategies to support teachers in building strong, brain-aligned learning environments—without burning out.

What Angela enjoys the most about her work at ESC, Region 13 is the connections she makes with both internal and external clients.