About Casey

Casey Watts is a leadership expert who helps educators tackle the challenges of team misalignment, wasted collaboration, and stalled progress. Through her Clarity Cycle Framework and The Catching Up with Casey Podcast, she equips leaders to build teams that meet with purpose, improve student learning, and enjoy going to work.

Session Information

Clarity Unplugged: A Strategy for Fearless Coaching Conversations

As instructional leaders, we’re naturally positioned to have crucial conversations. This isn’t a bad thing. It actually can be a really great thing! But having a crucial conversation with a single individual or a whole team- one that has the potential to make great things happen- can be daunting and uncomfortable! In this session, I’m aiming to help you remove the discomfort and replace it with clarity and confidence! You’ll walk away with a strategy to implement IMMEDIATELY in your coaching and leadership conversations!

Aligned PLCs: Improving Tier 1 Instruction in Title I Schools

One of the most impactful things a leader can do is empower PLCs and teams to improve Tier 1 instruction by working collectively toward meaningful change. This work is especially crucial in Title I and turnaround schools, where addressing instructional gaps and increasing student success are top priorities. Yet, chaos and complacency often derail progress, making it challenging to maintain alignment and focus. Come learn a practical protocol designed to help PLCs identify a collective focus, overcome resistance, and elevate Tier 1 instruction for lasting school improvement.