About
the Academy of Practical Application
The Academy of Practical Application is on a mission to revolutionize K-12 teaching and learning for ALL students, here and abroad, by providing their teachers with virtual coaching that is non-evaluative, asset-based, and laser focused on growth and students' learning outcomes.​
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​Our services extend beyond school leaders and classroom teachers to include families and students by providing guidance through free content on how to navigate and advocate for high-quality classroom learning experiences.
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The Academy of Practical Application was founded by Dr. Nadine O'Garro, an educator, educational activist and instructional coach - dedicated to ensuring high-quality learning experiences for ALL students one classroom, school and school district at a time.
Founder & Executive Coach
Why I do this work?
Hi there, I’m Dr. Nadine O’Garro, an educator, instructional transformation coach, and systems-level strategist with over 16 years of experience in urban education.
After years navigating urgency and burnout in schools, I made a bold move to realign my life and work.
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I created The Prepared Adult™ to help school teams shift from reactive to responsive, from compliant to connected, and from surviving to thriving.
This work is deeply personal and highly practical because when adults are aligned, classrooms become environments where students grow into independent thinkers, curious learners, and empowered contributors.