Strengthening Educational Stakeholder Efficacy to Increase Student Growth and Achievement
Kids First Education LLC was approved for the PLPG in February 2022.
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OUR TEAM
51+ facilitators/coaches
26-50% are non-white
WHERE WE WORK
We have worked here
We are also willing to work here
WHO WE ARE
Kids First Education is committed to increasing the effectiveness of teachers and leaders so that all students engage in high-quality instruction. We provide high-quality materials and curriculum-based professional learning that empower educators to excel in the classroom. Our instructional coaches take a “hands-on” approach by working alongside teachers and school leaders, helping them understand and apply research- and evidence-based instructional practices. With a focus on continuous improvement, we support educators in transforming their teaching methods, ensuring that every student has the opportunity to succeed.
TYPES OF SUPPORT WE OFFER


- Adopting an ELA curriculum
- Adopting a math curriculum
- Adopting a science curriculum
- Initial implementation
- Ongoing implementation support for teachers
- Educator Coaching
- Leadership Support for Coaching
- Collaborative Planning
- Ongoing implementation support for leaders
What are these phases?
Types of districts that we have experience working with
- Traditional District
- Charter
- Private
- Parochial
- Urban
- Suburban
- Rural
- Fewer than 2,500 students
- 2,500 to 10,000 students
- 10,000 to 50,000 students
- 50,000 to 100,000 students
- More than 100,000 students
- Greater than 60% of economically disadvantaged students
- Greater than 20% of English language learners
- Greater than 20% of students with disability
- Greater than 80% students of color
Why is this important?
OUR CURRICULUM EXPERTISE


ELA
- Core Knowledge Language Arts (CKLA) (2015)
- Into Literature (2020)
- Into Reading (2020)
- MyPerspectives (2017)
- myView Literacy (2020)
- StudySync (2017)
- StudySync ELA (2021)
- Wit & Wisdom K-8 (2016)
- Wonders (2020)
Math
- enVision Integrated Mathematics (2019)
- enVision Mathematics Common Core (2020)
- Eureka Math (2013-2014)
- Eureka Math (2015)
- Imagine Learning Illustrative Mathematics 6-8 Math (2019)
- Imagine Learning Illustrative Mathematics K-5 Math (2021)
- McGraw-Hill Illustrative Mathematics 6-8 Math (2020)
- McGraw-Hill Illustrative Mathematics AGA (2021)
What is a high quality curriculum?
This partner's approach and services
Sample scopes of work
Initial implementation Ongoing support for teachers Ongoing support for leadersWhat are these scopes?
How we address equity
At Kids First, our name is our mission and vision. We confront inequity head-on by modeling research-proven strategies that make grade-level materials accessible to ALL learners. With a focus on appropriate scaffolding and differentiation, we ensure every student can successfully master the standards and grade-level content. By modeling a non-biased approach and delivering effective, growth-centered instruction, we empower educators to create learning environments where every student thrives.
Why is this important?
How we build district capacity
We specialize in building district capacity by focusing on systematic processes that drive sustainable improvement. Through high-quality resources and strategic partnerships with schools and districts, we empower educators with research-based, evidence-based, and high-yield instructional strategies that enhance student learning. Our approach supports educators in planning and preparing effective lessons, ensuring instructional excellence that leads to measurable outcomes. By integrating proven methodologies, we help districts create a culture of continuous growth and success in teaching and learning.
Why is this important?