by Albert Rivas | Dec 21, 2020
Hall Davidson, Senior Director, Global Learning Initiatives, Discovery Education
Lauren DeNu, Director of Partner Impact, Discovery Education
Global companies and foundations have funded great sites, activities, and virtual field trips for college and career awareness. Many feature technology resources, interactive websites, videos, and student challenges with cash awards. Find college essay-writing lessons and hear from working professionals passionate about their jobs. All high-quality resources are totally free for districts and families!
by Albert Rivas | Dec 18, 2020
Eliza Loyola, Principal, Austin ISD
Taryn Kinney, K12 Education Studio Leader, DLR Group
Raechel French, Educational Space Planner, DLR Group
In an effort to make sense out of unprecedented times, DLR Group gathered firsthand data from school leaders, teachers, students, and parents in Texas and across the country. Aggregated results of the interviews will be shared with reflection on how these initial directions were tested and implemented in the fall. Panelists will reflect on successes and challenges over the last six months and respond to attendee questions.
by Albert Rivas | Dec 18, 2020
Chris Allen, Superintendent, Marble Falls ISD
Kerri Ranney, VP of Educational Practice, Huckabee
Jason Andrus, Principal, Huckabee
How can schools create well-rounded, healthy environments that address a variety of student needs? While threats of harm and infectious disease control are guiding the narrative, mental wellness rounds out a more holistic conversation. Session leaders explore social/emotional planning, student perspective and design, and culture building for positive mental health.
by Albert Rivas | Dec 18, 2020
Christine Bedre, Assistant Superintendent, Westwood ISD
Chance Mays, Principal, Mount Enterprise ISD
Deanna Ramsey, Math Interventionist, Detroit ISD
Daniel Crable, Virtual Partnership Manager, Edmentum
A panel of rural administrators will discuss and guide participants through their journey into the virtual environment created by the pandemic. They will discuss the preparation of, and adaptation to, a virtual learning setting, as well as best practices for planning around a continuously changing educational landscape in our rural communities.
by Albert Rivas | Dec 18, 2020
Yolanda Rodriguez, Interim Chief Academic Officer, Houston ISD
Shannon Buerk, Chief Executive Officer, engage2learn
Houston ISD employed a Coaches Academy for Elementary Reading Teacher Development Specialists with a focus on improving blended learning instructional best practices known to accelerate teacher growth and provide students with differentiated and engaging lessons in a hybrid environment. Houston ISD focused on increasing teacher support capacity, leadership skills, and virtual learning expertise. Specialists were quickly able to support teachers through an evidence-based coaching model to show sustainable, educator growth.
