Dr. Erica Brooks
@DrEricaBrooks
Educational Leader| JCPS Academic Innovation Specialist Adjunt Professor at UofL|2019 KY SPED T.O.Y Finalist | 2016 KECSAC Outstanding T.O.Y | #RowTogether
The #BestFourthGradersInTheDistrict are POPPIN! Today they made popcorn math games to play with friends, played a popcorn themed @Kahoot game, and enjoyed the snack! We love encouraging their creativity and engagement in learning. #LetLearnersLead #BigRoomBigGoals @jcpsInnovation
Kicking off the Day 1 at Explorer Teacher Institute with purpose and passion! 💡 Our educators are diving into Explore Pathways to design vibrant, student-centered learning experiences that spark curiosity and creativity. #JourneyToSuccess @JCPSExploreEA @DrDeNaySpeaks
I want to celebrate the amazing Robyn Ballinger who presented today for KDE! 🍎✨ As a powerful teacher leader, she brings vibrant learning experiences to life in her classroom every day—and today, she stepped outside the classroom to share that brilliance with educators across…
I want to shout out the incredible Morgan McCutchen who presented today for KDE! 💡 As an AIC, she models what it means to lead with vision and purpose. Her ability to support vibrant learning experiences across classrooms is nothing short of inspiring. Morgan doesn’t just…
Our incredible leaders presented at the JCPS Racial Equity Institute.
First day was a success 🎉 so excited to embark on this new *journey* as Academic Innovation Lead 🤗😉🤩#AIstandsforAcademicInnovation #DreamTeam #JourneytoSuccess
@jcpsInnovation Attended the NextGen @univofkentucky cohort welcome day! I'm excited! I feel like this will push me back into being the teacher I know I'm capable of! Last year, I was juat getting comfortable with KY standards. This year, it's all about the kids and me!
Big ideas, bold conversations, and vibrant learning at #Momentum2025! A day full of collaboration and connection that fuels the future of education. 🚀 @UKyNextGen #futureofeducation
🎨 Shoutout to Rachel Spears (@IROQUOIS_HS art teacher & Changemakers cohort member) for sharing her vibrant learning journey with Ss #MomentumConference2025 Inspiring work! @JCPSAcademics @UKNextGen @KyDeptofEd @kids_inspire @DrDeNaySpeaks
Continuing to learn this summer! @clever @jcpsInnovation
Even on summer break, JCPS teachers showed up & leaned into vibrant learning! 💡 Educators from @EchoTrailMiddle @IROQUOIS_HS @Lassiter_Lions & more represented at #MomentumConference2025! @kids_inspire @UKNextGen @JCPSAcademics @KyDeptofEd @DrDeNaySpeaks #AcademicInnovation
What a great day of ideas and inspiration! ❤️
we spent the day at momentum w/ky’s educators, students & partners working for vibrant learning. proud to support this work & help tell the story of transformation. @ElevatEDSt123 @kids_inspire @UKNextGen @KyDeptofEd @NKCESKids1st @DrSmithkaec #momentum2025 #kuwl #alchemycollab
🎤 Shoutout to our very own JCPS student from @duPontManual! She shared how 💡 vibrant learning shaped her classroom experience — a powerful reminder of what meaningful instruction can do. @JCPSAcademics @UKNextGen @KyDeptofEd @kids_inspire @DrDeNaySpeaks #MomentumConference2025
We attended the #momentum2025 training courtesy of @jcpsky @jcpsacademics and #nextgen @universityofky #ChangeMakers program. The STEAM Academy in #lexingtonky #lexington #lexingtonkentucky is stunning! I walked away with a million new ideas and thoughts. @jcpsInnovation
Still soaking in the energy from #MomentumConference2025! 💡 Grateful for the chance to lead, learn, and connect with educators dedicated to vibrant learning, student voice, and bold leadership. This is how we move the work forward! 🙌 @JCPSAcademics @UKNextGen @KyDeptofEd…
Superstar panel this morning talking with aspiring leaders at OVEC. Intentionality, empathy, perseverance! DrErica Brooks , Rob Collins , Rachel Yarbrough , Tonya Nicole Holt , Matt Mercer. Thank you for your time and your service!
✨ ACADEMIC INNOVATION SUMMIT | Thousands of JCPS educators came together this week for the district's Academic Innovation Summit! 📺 Learn more! ⬇️ #WeAreJCPS @JCPSAcademics
⭐ NATIONAL RECOGNITION | @FernCreekHigh and @Seneca_High Academies earn national accreditation. #WeAreJCPS jefferson.kyschools.us/o/jcps/article…
These emerging innovators are glowing! @ExploreEcho @ExploreJCPS @jcpsInnovation 🦜
Kicked off my morning in 3rd grade listening to Mini-Defenses and WOW!! Our teachers and students did a great job embracing the individuality of their Journey and expressing the Success Skills they’ve demonstrated! #TullyProud #JourneyToSuccess @jcpsInnovation