The Idaho State Department of Education created the Idaho Coaching Network to bring together educators and support them in implementing best instructional practices and developing a deeper understanding of Idaho’s Content Standards for English Language Arts & Literacy. The Network is predicated on honoring teachers as professionals and leaders and supporting them over time to drive lasting change. The Network uses a cohort model to provide K-12 ELA and content area teachers yearlong job-embedded professional development, online coursework, instructional coaching, and leadership training which results in the development of teacher leaders who support local professional learning needs and better outcomes for students.