School administrators face the ongoing challenge of juggling progress across multiple dimensions: improving student outcomes, supporting teacher development, and meeting ambitious school improvement goals — all while balancing limited time and resources. THINKING PRO offers a powerful solution to these challenges with a research-backed learning program that delivers measurable results.
By enhancing student proficiency in reading, critical thinking, and media literacy, THINKING PRO prepares students for college, careers, and civic engagement. The program also provides efficient virtual and on-site teacher professional development through personalized coaching and continuous support, eliminating the need for off-site workshops. With its customizable design, THINKING PRO aligns with each school’s unique improvement strategy, empowering administrators to achieve lasting, school-wide progress.
Transforming Student Outcomes Across Subjects and Skill Levels
THINKING PRO is redefining how students engage with learning, delivering measurable improvements across English Language Arts (ELA), social studies, multilingual learning (MLL), and more. By focusing on critical thinking, comprehension, and media literacy, THINKING PRO equips students with essential, real-world skills that boost learning outcomes and academic performance.
- In 9th grade English, THINKING PRO's interactive videos produced remarkable results: 89% of students achieved proficiency or higher in reading strategies, and 93% reached proficiency or higher in thinking strategies. A 12-item test assessing critical thinking, reading comprehension, and media literacy revealed that 83% of students improved their scores from pretest to posttest.
- Among 9th and 10th grade social studies students, 89% improved their scores from pretest to posttest. The student experience reflects this growth, with 83% stating THINKING PRO challenged their learning and thinking, while 77% found it engaging and motivating.
- Multilingual learners across multiple high schools showed marked advancement, particularly in a key success metric: WIDA ACCESS test scores. 100% of THINKING PRO students who completed the ACCESS test advanced from lower tiers (A or B) to the C tier within one year.
THINKING PRO’s adaptable, cross-disciplinary approach makes it a catalyst for academic success, regardless of subject or student background.
Elevating Teacher Professional Development Through Virtual / On-Site Training and Coaching
THINKING PRO goes beyond student learning, offering a transformative professional development experience for teachers. By combining immersive, hands-on training with personalized coaching, THINKING PRO empowers educators to grow as facilitators of critical thinking and media literacy. Unlike traditional professional development models that require off-site workshops or conferences, THINKING PRO provides on-site training that lets teachers integrate new skills directly into their classrooms. This approach saves time and increases accessibility, while also allowing teachers to work together and grow as a team, tackling school-specific issues and collaborating to achieve highly tailored results.
Teachers praise the effectiveness of this model. ESL teacher Ainny Berenguer writes,
"I think it was really helpful to have someone guiding you through the program and give you feedback and pointers."
This personalized coaching allows teachers to refine their approach in real time, leading to more confident instruction and stronger student outcomes. Teacher Niaz Khadem noted:
"The team at Thinking Habitats is very easy to work with. They offer a comprehensive training at the outset and ongoing support throughout the implementation."
Teachers also learn to address controversial topics with confidence thanks to THINKING PRO, promoting constructive dialogue in diverse classrooms. Administrator Rebecca Bush explained,
"The approach is such that a teacher can really read their classroom... and make the adaptations that they need based on the level of their students' abilities. [Teachers] know that they can use this module and that it’s not going to create any type of issue. It’s only going to enhance understanding.”
This adaptability empowers teachers to meet students where they are, fostering a more inclusive learning environment. As social studies teacher Mona Mustafa shared,
"I've been able to experience growth as a teacher... I learned how to teach my students they are part of a bigger picture and they can be part of the solution when it comes to issues that matter to them."
THINKING PRO's professional development approach doesn't just enhance teaching — it inspires educators to become leaders of meaningful change.
Driving School Improvement With Customizable Learning Solutions
THINKING PRO equips schools to meet their improvement targets by providing a flexible, evidence-based learning program that addresses key academic goals. By enhancing students' reading, processing, and communication skills, THINKING PRO builds critical competencies for success in college, careers, and standardized assessments. The program’s customizable approach allows teachers and administrators to tailor content to their unique instructional goals, ensuring maximum impact in every classroom.
For Principal Julia McBride of Pickney, MI, THINKING PRO has been instrumental in supporting her school’s long-term improvement strategy.
"As a school, we are now in our fourth year of focusing on disciplinary literacy as a building," she explained. THINKING PRO "really brought in some concrete examples of how to scaffold students’ reading, processing, and communication skills for my teachers."
This practical, skills-based approach accelerates progress toward essential benchmarks.
Beyond student gains, THINKING PRO promotes professional growth for educators.
"I see this as a valuable way of continuing to grow our own knowledge and skillset as we continue to focus on something like disciplinary literacy,"
By aligning with the specific needs of teachers and administrators, THINKING PRO strengthens school-wide initiatives, driving continuous improvement at every level.
Overall Impact
THINKING PRO delivers a comprehensive solution for schools striving to achieve excellence. By driving measurable improvements in student outcomes across subjects, fostering teacher professional growth through personalized coaching, and aligning seamlessly with school improvement targets, THINKING PRO empowers educators and students alike. Its customizable approach ensures that schools can meet their unique goals while building critical skills that prepare students for college, careers, and beyond.
As Principal Julia McBride observed, THINKING PRO offers "meaningful work and skill building for both students and teachers," making it an invaluable tool for lasting, school-wide progress. Discover how THINKING PRO can transform learning in your school — try it today and see the difference it makes.