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JEFF BRADBURY, YOUR DIGITAL LEARNING COACH |
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Happy New Year Reader!
As we step into 2026, I want to start with a simple but heartfelt message: thank you. Whether you’ve been with me since the early days of Digital Learning Today or just joined the community, I’m genuinely grateful you’re here.
Big changes are here. You’ll notice this email looks a little different—and that’s intentional. I’ve retired the blocky blue borders for a cleaner, more modern design that’s easier to read and faster to scan.
A new name with a sharper mission. Say goodbye to “Digital Learning Today” and hello to The Impact Note. Why the change? Because everything I share is designed to do one thing: help you—whether you’re a classroom teacher or an instructional coach—make a greater impact. Every tip, tool, and strategy in this newsletter is built around that goal.
A refreshed home base. I’ve also updated the newsletter homepage so you can easily access past issues, resources, and more.
Thank you for trusting me with a spot in your inbox. I don’t take it lightly. Here’s to a year of simplified systems, strategic insights, and greater impact—together.
Let’s dive in. 👇
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💻 Digital Learning News & Updates |
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Google Workspace just dropped a wave of AI-powered tools for K-12—and they’re free. From Gemini built directly into Docs and Slides, to custom Gems that act as your personal teaching assistants, to Google Vids for creating professional video content in minutes, 2026 is shaping up to be a game-changer for classroom tech.
Read the full guide: Google Workspace AI for Education →
⭐ One of our most popular posts of 2025: If you haven’t explored Google Vids yet, now’s the time. This AI-powered video tool lets you create polished classroom projects, professional development videos, and parent communication pieces in minutes—no editing experience required. It’s Google Slides turned 90 degrees, powered by Gemini.
Get started with Google Vids for Teachers →
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📝 Dynamic Downloadable Lessons |
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Big news: I’ve completely revamped my Free Templates & Downloadable Resources page—and it’s now easier than ever to grab ready-to-use lessons, planners, and toolkits for your classroom or coaching practice.
Stay tuned: I’m currently building out a fresh collection of lessons designed to save you time and maximize student engagement. New resources are dropping soon, and subscribers get first access.
Browse Free Resources →
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🚀 Coaching & Literacy Conversations |
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New Coaching Hub is live! I’ve relaunched all of my coaching resources into one easy-to-navigate Instructional Coaching Hub. Whether you’re looking for frameworks, tools, or strategies to elevate your practice, it’s all in one place now.
Explore the Coaching Hub →
Join a global coaching community. We’re thrilled to be working with hundreds of instructional coaches worldwide through GEG Instructional Coaches. If you’re a coach or digital learning leader looking to connect, collaborate, and grow—we’d love to have you.
→ Visit the GEG Website
→ Join for FREE Today
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🎙️ From the TeacherCast Studios |
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🎓 Professional Learning Opportunities |
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I’m heading to Orlando! I’m thrilled to announce that I’ll be presenting at this year’s ISTE+ASCD Conference in Orlando, Florida this June. If you’re attending, I’d love to see you there.
Session:Measuring What Matters: Defining Success in Your Instructional Coaching Programs
We’ll dig into how to move beyond surface-level metrics and build coaching programs that drive real, measurable impact. Hope to see you in the room!
When: Tuesday, June 30 |1:00 – 2:00 p.m.
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New Year. New systems. Greater impact.
If you’re an instructional coach or digital learning leader ready to stop spinning your wheels and start driving real change, my book Impact Standards was written for you.
Inside, you’ll discover how to:
✅ Create a clear vision for digital learning across your district
✅ Design curriculum that seamlessly integrates technology
✅ Build and support a high-functioning coaching team
✅ Measure and showcase the impact of your initiatives
Packed with real-world examples, actionable strategies, and frameworks you can implement immediately—this is the roadmap I wish I had when I started. The framework in the book is the engine that powers the Notion system below
🎉 Now just $19.99 on Amazon.
Get Your Copy →
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🛠️ Tools for the 21st Century Classroom & Coaches |
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I built Instructional Coach OS because I kept hearing the same frustration from coaches everywhere: too many spreadsheets, too many sticky notes, and no clear way to see if what they were doing was actually making a difference.
It’s a Notion system I use myself to organize coaching cycles, track conversations with teachers, keep PD materials in one place, and finally get a clear picture of my impact across the building. If you’re feeling scattered, it might help you too.
Learn More →
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The All-in-One System for Coaches
Transform your coaching practice with a unified workspace designed specifically for instructional coaches.
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