Hear from the teachers who have worked directly with Momentum's coaching model in their classrooms.
"Brigid has been my biggest cheerleader and one of my closest confidants this year as a teacher! She tells you the great things you're doing and asks you questions to get you to plan a bit deeper or switch things around. She focuses on a couple things to work on so it's not overwhelming. Highly recommend working with her!"
"The best mentors don't just leave a mark on their students, they leave a thumbprint on the hearts of the colleagues they rise up. You haven't just helped me teach, you've helped me grow! Thank you so much for everything you've done for me this school year!"
"You know Brigid is a great coach when you feel comfortable enough to divert your lesson when something impromptu comes up that is better than what you had planned. Being observed can be awkward, and Brigid takes that awkwardness away."
"I found Mrs. Cisneroz's presence to be warm and encouraging always. She carefully observed each lesson with a smile. After the lesson she provided incredibly insightful feedback and suggestions to enrich the concepts she observed. Her wealth of knowledge, both inside and outside the classroom, provided guidance and expertise I both looked forward to receiving and valued greatly."
"Working with Brigid was a truly a dream come true. As a relatively new teacher, her coaching brilliance and expertise was a godsend in navigating classroom management and lesson planning. Brigid was also such a comforting presence to learn from, as she always offered help and advice with genuine care and kindness. I looked forward to our coaching sessions every time, knowing I would have the chance to truly learn and grow under her leadership."
Words from the families whose children have experienced Momentum-coached classrooms firsthand.
"Mrs. Cisneroz' teaching expertise is unmatched! In just one year of having our child in her classroom, we have seen immense growth across all areas. She makes learning fun while providing a supportive, encouraging environment that challenges students to reach their full potential. Her ability to stretch kids in ways they wouldn't otherwise be stretched is remarkable. Most importantly, our child enjoys school and learning — all thanks to her incredible teaching style!"
"Mrs. C. is an innovative and passionate educator whose love of learning is contagious in the best way. This year, my son recited Shakespeare, sang and danced in a musical about the heroes of Texas history, and embarked on a yearlong research project about how to create a stop motion film. He read novels and wrote poetry and stories and developed an independence and sense of self that was nurtured by Mrs. C.'s amazing classroom."
"You are a world-class educator, and we feel incredibly lucky that Simon had the privilege of being in your classroom. Thank you for the kindness, patience, and dedication you showed him."
"Mrs. C's special ways and dedication to teaching has inspired our daughter to one day be a 4th grade Texas History teacher."
"Mrs. C has been an amazing influence in our son's life - not only as a gifted teacher, but as someone who truly inspires confidence, curiosity, and growth. Her positive energy, dedication, and ability to connect with students make her incredibly impactful, and we are grateful for the difference she has made."
"We should all hope to have had and have our children experience a teacher like Mrs. Cisneroz. She not only loves these children and teaches them well, she creates a whole community of learning, creativity, love, respect and friendship. The imagination she brings to learning is unsurpassed in any of my experience. My child experienced the glory of learning, the wisdom of love and grace even when she made errors, and the joy of a classroom that brought her authentic self into more focus. My daughter is a better person for having had Mrs C as a teacher!"
"Mrs. Cisneroz had such a positive impact on our daughter this year. Mrs. Cisneroz supported our daughter through her love for reading and writing, wrapping up the year with her first book as her end of year project! Mrs. Cisneroz taught Texas History in a way that made the kids fall in love with the subject, and every student participated in their Texas History Musical - a play we will never forget! We can't thank her enough for all she has done for our kids this year. Mrs. Cisneroz is one of the best!"
"Mrs. Cisneroz is a true treasure. My son has absolutely loved 4th grade and all of the immersive learning experiences and projects she created this year. He's told me more than once, '4th grade is the best year ever, Mom.' About halfway through the year, I learned that she considered him her 'right hand' in the classroom - something that meant so much to him and to us as parents. What stands out most is how she has nurtured not just his academics, but his confidence and leadership. She encouraged him to step up, take ownership, and be someone others can rely on. That kind of trust and responsibility at this age is incredibly impactful. It builds self-confidence, emotional intelligence, and a strong sense of character. As the year wrapped up, her guidance to us was just as thoughtful. She encouraged us to continue developing his leadership, to remind him of his potential, and to reinforce the importance of standing up for others and including everyone. These are lifelong values that will shape the kind of person he becomes. We are so grateful for the role she has played in his growth this year. Teachers like Mrs. Cisneroz leave a lasting impact well beyond the classroom."
"Mrs. Cisneroz is extraordinarily gifted at inspiring children to love learning. She has a remarkable ability to challenge her students to do their very best while making every step of the journey joyful and engaging. We are so grateful that two of our children had the opportunity to call Mrs. Cisneroz their teacher, and we only wish every child could experience having a teacher like her in their life."
From fellow educators and administrators who have collaborated alongside Momentum's coaches.
"From my first day teaching Brigid welcomed me into the school, and the profession. Over the past seven years, she has been a coworker, a tier lead, a mentor, and most importantly a friend. Over the seven years of my teaching career, I have constantly gone to Brigid to talk about not just professional topics, but also personal topics. Brigid always puts the students and her friends above all else."
"I worked with Brigid for 7 years. In that time, the qualities that stood out most to me were her consistency and compassion. She was an amazing tier lead giving impeccable attention to the needs of our diverse team. These qualities are what made Brigid so easy to collaborate with which made our team so successful."
"As a school librarian for the past 26 years, I have had the opportunity to observe many teachers as they interact with their students and collaborate with colleagues. Only a few truly embody the qualities of an exceptional educator, and Brigid Cisneroz is unquestionably one of them. Brigid brings a deep passion and genuine enthusiasm to her work—an energy that inspires not only her students but her fellow teachers as well. Her lessons are purposeful, engaging, and thoughtfully designed to allow students to explore their strengths, intelligences, and talents. She communicates with clarity, taking the time to build meaningful relationships and to understand the individual needs of each student. During her years as the Intermediate Grade Team Lead, I saw first-hand how Brigid provided steady leadership, mentorship, and encouragement to her colleagues. She was a calm, grounding presence—someone who consistently modeled professionalism, collaboration, and high expectations. Brigid Cisneroz exemplifies what it means to be a great teacher, and it has been a privilege to witness her impact on our school community."
"Brigid Cisneroz is an excellent educator. We were colleagues for seven years, and her dedication to her students and their families is admirable. She instilled a love of learning by challenging her students to explore their talents with fun, educational activities, including a history-themed musical and Shakespeare recitation. They also explored their individual interests with a months-long passion-driven project. Brigid has a positive attitude, a gift for conflict resolution, and thoughtfulness toward others' needs."
"Brigid was my teaching partner for 11 years. During our time working together, I consistently admired and appreciated her responsibility and dependability, along with the myriad of ways that Brigid naturally fostered and contributed to a supportive team environment."