The Acceleration Coach
The Acceleration Coach
Customized Coaching Services for Educators &
Other Community Leaders
Customized Coaching Services for Educators &
Other Community Leaders
The Vision
Each student and adult will be emotionally and physically safe, and each student will have access to opportunities that align with their interests as well as their needs, regardless of their background or circumstances.
The Mission
Build capacity to positively impact student and community outcomes.
Coaching Framework
At the Acceleration Coach, we help middle and high school teachers, instructional coaches, and principals strategically address challenges related to student achievement, school culture, and new teacher onboarding.
Our approach is tailored to meet each client's unique needs, ensuring they receive the attention and support necessary to achieve their goals.
Customized Services
Coaching Services are available for an academic quarter (nine weeks), semester (eighteen weeks), or year (ten months). Ninety-minute strategy sessions are also available.
- One-on-One Coaching
- Small Group Coaching
- 90-Minute Strategy Sessions
- 1-Day Workshop (6 hours)
- 2-Day Workshops (12 hours)
- Webinars
- Professional Learning Collaborative (PLC) Structure & Implementation
10-Month 1:1 Principal Coaching
August 2023 - May 2024
10-Month 1:1 Principal Coaching
August 2023 - May 2024
“I can lead data discussions with more confidence.” - Middle School Principal
TVAAS Data has not been published.
“We put systems in place and have made it a priority to carry them out week to week: weekly message to staff, weekly admin meeting, consistent PLCs, looking at student data and making adjustments.”
- Middle School Principal
Teacher Coaching 1:1 - 7 Weeks
“I want to be a good teacher.” -7th grade Science Teacher
Profile:
- 7th Grade Science
- First Year; Job-Embedded*
- Coaching: 7-Weeks Virtual & In-Person**
*https://www.tn.gov/content/dam/tn/education/grow-your-own/TDOE-GYO-Info-Sheets_Job-Embedded-vs-Teacher-Apprentice-Pathways.pdf
** District Budget
Goal 1:
I will write well-structured lessons that will cover all components of a lesson. I will use the textbook to plan these lessons, and I will plan two days out to reduce stress. I will give myself 1-2 weeks to get down structuring a good lesson. This will help manage the classroom to help it run smoother.
Formal Evaluation 10/05/23
Completed by Principal
- Lesson Structure and Pacing – Rating: 3
- Activities and Materials – Rating: 3
- Assessment – Rating: 3
Goal 2:
I will organize my classroom and find a method to quiet students down to lessen distractions for them and others in a two-week span. This is achievable, and resources for this can be purchased if needed.
Formal Evaluation 10/05/23
Completed by Principal
- Environment – Rating: 3
- Respectful Culture – Rating: 3
SyStems & Processes: A Growing Organization
Goal:
Increase efficiency and a sustainable office culture and climate that supports organizational and individual growth.
- 1 CEO; 10 Directors
- 1:1 Interviews (11)
- 31-page Implementation Plan containing SMART Goals or KPIs, action steps, alignment to the organization’s strategic plan, timeline, and internal accountability partners to support leadership development across all offices, eliminate silos, implement efficient processes, increase interoffice transparency, and increase professional learning and growth
- Monthly virtual group check-ins
- Monthly virtual 1:1 Thought-Partnership check-ins (11)
- Written group feedback (after monthly discussions)
- Templates aligned with new processes
#ImpactingOutcomes
11 Leaders
15 Counties
Feedback!
"She is fluid in her thinking and adjusts course when needed. Yvette is a consummate professional and actively prepares to engage with internal and external stakeholders." - Former Supervisor, State Department of Education
"Thank you for guiding and empowering me to plan, execute, and lead through a data-focused lens! Your attention to detail and Data For Improvement training shifted my mindset to be a more impactful leader for my students and staff - THANK YOU!"
-Former Principal
"Yvette exemplifies what it means to be a servant leader! Her approach to leadership focuses on the growth and well-being of those with whom she is leading. Rather than simply managing others, Yvette fosters a culture of teamwork that builds the capacity of others through productive struggle and intentional coaching. I would not be in a district leadership role without her!"
- Nikki Morgan, District Leader
"Ms. Blue can identify a person's strengths and work to make those skills even stronger while also teaching people how to lead and building up areas where they need the most support. Ms. Blue will build strong leaders while continuing the focus of instruction. She is the true meaning of an instructional leader." - Charles Byrum, Former Principal
"Although I was not a novice administrator, you were able to provide valuable insight and coaching on how to grow and develop my team. Your passion and knowledge regarding education and the growth of leaders make you the perfect coach for anyone aspiring to grow their organization."
- Latonya Jackson, District Leader
"Throughout my early tenure as an educational leader, Ms. Blue has served as a coach and thought partner on various strategic initiatives. Her passion for student learning and achievement, coupled with her ability to elicit critical thinking and innovative problem-solving solving has increased my capacity as a leader." - District Leader
"Yvette builds strategies that capitalize on the individual's strengths. She researches, designs a plan, norms with team members, and folds in thought partners as the project iterates." -Former Supervisor, State Department of Education
Virtual Coaching Services
Yvette Blue
About the Coach
Yvette’s journey in education began early, with a passion ignited in ninth grade when she tutored students in reading and math at her former elementary school. Her dedication to fostering student success led her to pursue an undergraduate degree in education. For over thirteen years, Yvette inspired middle schoolers in both public and private schools, working to bridge educational gaps in urban and rural communities alike.
Driven by a desire to expand her influence beyond the classroom, Yvette earned two graduate degrees, positioning her to take on transformative leadership roles. As an assistant principal, principal, and assistant superintendent, she spearheaded initiatives that improved student outcomes, developed teacher capacity, and fostered school-wide excellence. Her forward-thinking leadership earned her recognition as a finalist for superintendent. Yvette’s experiences at the State Department of Education enabled her to support school leaders and teachers across the state by providing support and resources that empowered school leaders to drive meaningful change for students.
Today, Yvette applies her extensive experience as the founder and CEO of The Acceleration Coach. Known for her collaborative, inquiry-based coaching style, Yvette builds trusting relationships that support educators and other leaders as they provide life-altering learning experiences and community services. Her guidance has helped create environments where educators, students, and staff achieve at their highest levels.
Yvette is deeply committed to growth, equity, and innovation, ensuring that every leader she works with is equipped to positively impact their schools and communities. Celebrated for her thoughtful approach and results-driven leadership, Yvette continues to shape the future of education, one leader at a time.
30+ Years of Experience
- Senior Director, Learning Acceleration, State Department of Education
- Associate Superintendent of Schools: K-12 Accountability, Assessment, Curriculum, Professional Learning, and Virtual Education
- Principal, Middle School
- Assistant Principal, High School
- Assistant Principal, Elementary School
- Teacher, Middle School, English Language Arts
- Department Chairperson, Middle School
- Teacher Assistant
- Board Member, Leaders Education Foundation
- Board Member, WestTeach Leadership
- Leadership Team, Bright Start West Tennessee
- Lifetime Member, Community Service Organizations
- Local, State, and National Professional Learning Presenter
- Leadership Alumni, Curriculum Matters
Our children, educators, and other community leaders deserve to receive all the support necessary for their success. Let's explore ways we can utilize our resources to make this a reality.
Contact Information
yblue@theaccelerationcoachllc.com
731.225.4260