FAQ
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General
How does Empower ensure equitable access to resources and services?
Empower ensures broad access by providing digital and print-friendly formats, tailored professional development, and research-based, adaptable resources.
Do you offer scholarships or grants for schools with limited budgets?
Yes! Empower provides financial support options, including discounted pricing, grant assistance, and scholarship opportunities.
Where is Empower based, and do you operate nationwide?
Empower Education Connections is based in Chandler, Arizona, and serves schools nationwide. We also support educators globally through digital resources and virtual coaching.
How can I contact Empower for more information or request a partnership?
You can reach Empower Education Connections through email (hello@empowerec.com), website contact form (empowerec.com/contact), or phone ((480) 347-5051 or (480) 347-5863).
Does Empower work with private, charter, or international schools?
Yes! Empower Education Connections partners with various educational institutions, including public, private, and charter schools, homeschooling networks, and international schools.
What is Empower’s mission, and how does it guide your work?
At Empower Education Connections (EEC), our mission is to equip educators with practical, research-based strategies that drive student success. We achieve this through expert professional development, job-embedded coaching, and innovative educational resources.
Products
Are Empower’s materials suitable for tutoring, after-school programs, or homeschooling?
Yes! Our resources are adaptable for tutoring, after-school programs, and homeschooling.
Can I get a demo or sample of your products before purchasing?
Yes! Empower offers free samples, virtual or in-person product demos, and pilot programs.
How often are your products updated to align with current educational research?
Empower products are regularly updated based on educational research, changes to standards, and user feedback.
Are your products available in digital formats, and are they compatible with learning management systems (LMS)?
Yes! Many Empower resources are available in digital and print-friendly formats for flexible use.
Do Empower products include training or guides for implementation?
Yes! We provide teacher guides, professional development workshops, and job-embedded coaching to support resource implementation.
Are instructional materials accessible for students with special needs or learning disabilities?
Yes! Empower products include differentiated activities, explicit instructions, and support for students with IEPs, 504 plans, and diverse learning needs.
Can Empower’s products be customized to fit specific classroom or district needs?
Yes! Empower’s resources can be tailored to match district pacing guides, grade levels, and instructional goals.
Are Empower’s products aligned with state or national educational standards?
Yes! All Empower products align with Common Core State Standards (CCSS), Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS), and state-specific standards.
What types of educational products does Empower offer?
Empower offers classroom activity kits, teacher strategy guides, school-to-home connection kits, and professional development resources.
Consulting & PD
How do you measure the success of your professional development programs?
Success is measured through teacher feedback, classroom observations, student performance data, and leadership input.
What follow-up support is provided after professional development sessions?
Follow-up support includes coaching, Q&A sessions, lesson modeling, and data review meetings.
Can your consulting address specific challenges like closing achievement gaps or improving test scores?
Yes! Empower specializes in interventions for achievement gaps, test score improvements, student engagement, and classroom management.
What does a typical consulting session with Empower look like?
Sessions include pre-session planning, hands-on training, data analysis, and actionable next steps for teachers and leaders.
Do you offer virtual consulting or professional development sessions?
Yes! Empower provides live virtual PD sessions, online coaching, and asynchronous PD modules.
How are consultants matched to schools, and can we request a specific consultant?
Consultants are matched based on instructional needs, expertise, and school culture. Specific consultant requests are accommodated when possible.
What is the process for onboarding a school or district with Empower’s consulting services?
The process includes an initial consultation, a customized action plan, implementation, and ongoing support and evaluation.
How does Empower’s professional development differ from other programs?
Empower offers hands-on training, job-embedded coaching, custom solutions, and long-term support to ensure sustainable instructional improvements.
What consulting services does Empower offer?
Empower provides instructional coaching, professional development workshops, curriculum alignment, leadership coaching, and data-driven decision-making support.
Empower for Home
Can parents purchase individual resources without buying an entire kit?
Yes! Parents can purchase individual resources based on their child’s specific learning needs.
Are there resources available for children with learning disabilities or gifted students?
Yes! Empower designs scaffolded lessons, multisensory activities, and enrichment options for diverse learners.
How can parents use Empower products to support their child’s education at home?
Parents can use step-by-step guides, hands-on activities, and skill-building exercises to supplement home learning.
Do you provide training or workshops for parents and caregivers?
Yes! Empower offers virtual and in-person workshops to help parents effectively teach at home.
What’s the difference between Empower’s classroom resources and home-use resources?
Classroom resources include detailed lesson plans and collaboration activities, while home-use resources focus on step-by-step independent learning.
Does Empower offer resources for homeschooling families?
Yes! Empower provides structured, standards-aligned homeschool resources designed for independent learning.
Shop/Orders
Can I track my order after placing it on your website?
Yes! Order tracking details are sent via email after shipping.
How long does shipping take, and do you ship internationally?
Standard U.S. shipping takes 5-10 business days. International shipping is available to select countries.
What is your return or exchange policy?
Returns are accepted within 30 days for unused physical products. Digital products are non-refundable but eligible for technical support.
Do you offer bulk discounts for schools or districts?
Yes! Bulk pricing, tiered discounts, and subscription options are available for educational organizations.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept credit/debit cards, PayPal, school purchase orders (POs), and bank transfers for bulk orders.
Where can I purchase Empower’s products?
Empower products are available on empowerec.com/shop, through school bulk orders, and at educational conferences.
About Empower
We Work From the Heart
From the beginning, Empower set out to be a different kind of educational consulting company: one that works side by side with teachers in the classroom where the real work is done.
We provide educators with skills and strategies they can use to help all students develop a lifelong love of learning and problem solving.
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We provide educators with skills and strategies they can use to help all students develop a lifelong love of learning and problem solving.
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