BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//edWeb - ECPv6.17.4//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:edWeb X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://home.edweb.net X-WR-CALDESC:Events for edWeb REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260203T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260203T170000 DTSTAMP:20260203T215629Z CREATED:20251219T055201Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260203T215629Z UID:11140398-1770134400-1770138000@home.edweb.net SUMMARY:Influencers\, AI\, and Credibility: Teach Students About the Information Ecosystem DESCRIPTION:Presented by Hannah Covington\, Senior Director of Education Content\, News Literacy Project \nSponsored by News Literacy Project \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nToday’s information landscape is complex\, interconnected\, and constantly evolving—like an ecosystem. From social media influencers to podcasters and pundits\, much of this ecosystem is focused on discussing current issues and events. But not all content about news is equally credible—or\, in the age of AI\, authentic. \nJoin the News Literacy Project’s Hannah Covington for this National News Literacy Week edWebinar to explore teaching strategies and resources to help students distinguish between different kinds of content on social media. The session demonstrates how to use the rich analogy of an ecosystem to help students understand today’s information landscape. Viewers consider what makes an information ecosystem healthy and examine ways to encourage students to be mindful about the content they consume\, share\, create\, and act on. \nViewers: \n\nExplore how standards-based journalism anchors and sustains much of our broader information ecosystem\nIdentify characteristics that make information credible\nApply journalism standards to evaluate other digital sources\, including content from influencers\n\nThis session features examples pulled from social media and provides actionable insights to help students recognize signs of credibility in any information source. This recorded edWebinar is ideal for K-12 teachers\, librarians\, and school and district leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenter \nHannah Covington\, Senior Director of Education Content\, helps oversee the development of a wide range of resources for the News Literacy Project\, including Checkology® lessons\, email newsletters\, and the educational fact-checking platform RumorGuard. Before joining NLP in 2020\, she covered local government and breaking news at The Minnesota Star Tribune\, the state’s largest newspaper. She also has a background in journalism and education and worked with high school and undergraduate students as an adjunct instructor at the University of Tulsa and Tulsa Community College. In 2024\, Hannah helped launch a community newspaper at a women’s prison in Oklahoma\, where she now serves as a newsroom advisor. Hannah has a bachelor’s degree in English from Oral Roberts University and a master’s degree in English from the University of Tulsa. \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nJoin the News Literacy community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\n \nThe News Literacy Project\, a nonpartisan education nonprofit\, provides educators in all 50 states with the resources they need to ensure every student graduates with the ability to thoughtfully evaluate news and information. For nearly 20 years\, the News Literacy Project has offered free resources to help educators make news literacy engaging and accessible for their students. Our mission is simple: Help young people become critical consumers of news and information so that they can make more informed decisions throughout their lives and within their communities. URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/newsliteracy20260203/ CATEGORIES:Artificial Intelligence,Digital Citizenship,Media Literacy,Social Media,Social Studies and Civics ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://home.edweb.net/wp-content/uploads/20260203-newsliteracy-event.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260204T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260204T150000 DTSTAMP:20260204T195347Z CREATED:20260114T183644Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T195347Z UID:11343324-1770213600-1770217200@home.edweb.net SUMMARY:Making Summer Count: Schoolwide Strategies That Support Families and Ensure Student Success DESCRIPTION:Presented by Elizabeth McChesney\, Early Literacy and Community Partnerships Consultant\, LaundryCares Foundation; and Joan Brooks\, Vice President of Sales\, Blue Star Education \nSponsored by Blue Star Education \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nThis edWebinar explores how schools and districts can extend learning through the three Rs: Relationships\, Routines\, and Realistic Support. Viewers leave with concrete strategies they can use to support families\, ensuring students remain engaged with meaningful learning at home. When schools provide structure\, access\, and support\, learning doesn’t stop over the summer\, it simply changes location. \nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to PreK-12 school leaders\, district leaders\, and before- and after-school program leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nLiz McChesney is a longtime children’s advocate and librarian with more than 35 years of experience advancing literacy\, learning\, and equity for children and families. Her current work with the LaundryCares Foundation and Clinton Foundation transforms everyday spaces into early learning and literacy hubs\, efforts recognized with the nation’s highest honor for literacy: the David M. Rubenstein Award from the Library of Congress. Liz is also a Senior Advisor in Educational Equity at the nationally recognized Urban Libraries Council and a Senior Fellow at the National Summer Learning Association. Previously\, as Director of Citywide Children’s Services and Family Engagement at the Chicago Public Library\, she reimagined the library’s role in early literacy\, summer learning\, play\, and homework support\, influencing public library practice nationwide. Liz is the author of four books\, with two more forthcoming\, including the picture book Once Upon a Book by Sourcebooks. \n \nJoan Brooks is the Vice President of Sales at Blue Star Education\, where she partners with school districts nationwide to strengthen the school-to-home connection through innovative family engagement resources. With deep experience across the K–12 education landscape\, Joan is passionate about supporting the vital work happening inside schools and ensuring families are active partners in student learning. \nJoan holds an Executive MBA from the University of Nebraska Omaha and a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education with a minor in Early Childhood Development. This unique combination of classroom experience and business strategy has fueled her career in education leadership and sales\, where she develops processes and coaches teams that help districts extend learning beyond the classroom and create meaningful engagement for families. \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nJoin the Accelerate Learning community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\n \nAt Blue Star Education\, we create supplemental curriculum materials designed to motivate students to actively build the skills they need to succeed in every subject area. We understand the unique challenges educators face and the critical role families play in supporting student learning\, which is why we prioritize creating resources that strengthen the connection between school and home. \nWhether it’s through engaging activities\, hands-on learning tools\, or family-friendly resources\, our goal is to foster a love of learning and to encourage meaningful family involvement. We are proud to be a company that champions parental and family engagement\, equipping families to take an active role in the educational journey of their children. Together\, we can shape confident\, curious\, and capable learners\, ensuring that every child has the support and resources to excel both academically and personally. URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/accelerate20260204/ CATEGORIES:Family and Community Engagement,Learning Loss/Acceleration,Student Engagement and Motivation,Summer School ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://home.edweb.net/wp-content/uploads/20260204-accelerate-event.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260204T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260204T160000 DTSTAMP:20260211T035233Z CREATED:20251202T154147Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T035233Z UID:11001129-1770217200-1770220800@home.edweb.net SUMMARY:Building Student Math Success with Thoughtful Math Questions DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dr. Marian Small\, Internationally Renowned Mathematics Educator\, and Former Dean of Education at the University of New Brunswick\, Canada \nSponsored by Savvas Learning Company \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nIn math\, the process is as important as the answer—but often\, students are hyper-focused on arriving at the right answer and are not encouraged to reflect on the process required to get there. How can we help our students to look at math more thoughtfully while also building their comfort and confidence? \nJoin Dr. Marian Small\, acclaimed mathematics educator and author\, as she explores how being more thoughtful and intentional about the questions we pose to students can go a long way to building student success. In this edWebinar\, viewers: \n\nGain tips for creating a classroom environment that prioritizes process over answers\nExplore strategies to make math more meaningful to all students and encourage diverse viewpoints\nLearn how to reframe tasks to increase student comfort and confidence\nSee ready-to-use examples of “thoughtful questions” across a number of mathematical domains and grade levels\nExamine strength-based questions that give students more say in showing what they know\, as well as reveal how they think mathematically\n\nViewers also receive sample Math Talk activities that they can use to build flexible thinking\, invite students to share their strategies\, and show how open questions can spark deeper math conversations. All educators with an interest in mathematics—especially K-8 classroom teachers\, coaches\, instructional leaders\, and curriculum directors—are encouraged to view this edWebinar. \n\n \n \nAbout the Presenter \nDr. Marian Small is an internationally renowned mathematics educator\, professional learning consultant\, and author of numerous books and teaching resources. With over 40 years of education experience\, Dr. Small has been a Professor of Mathematics Education and previously served as the Dean of Education at the University of New Brunswick in Canada. Dr. Small is the author of MathUP\, the number one math program in Canada\, and Experience Math\, a new student-centered math program for the United States. She is a regular speaker on K–12 mathematics around the world. Her focus is on intentional teaching through thoughtful questioning to include and extend all students by appropriately differentiating instruction while increasing critical thinking and creativity. \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \n\nJoin the Building Understanding in Mathematics community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n \n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n \n\nAt Savvas\, we believe learning should inspire. By combining new ideas\, new ways of thinking\, and new ways of interacting\, we design engaging\, personalized\, next-generation K-12 learning solutions that give all students the opportunity to succeed. Our award-winning\, high-quality instructional materials span every grade level and discipline\, from evidence-based\, standards-aligned core curricula and supplemental and intervention programs to state-of-the-art assessment tools and the industry’s most innovative portfolio of college- and career-readiness solutions—all designed to meet the needs of every learner. URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/math20260204/ CATEGORIES:Mathematics ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://home.edweb.net/wp-content/uploads/20260204-math-event.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260204T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260204T190000 DTSTAMP:20260414T231834Z CREATED:20260122T171342Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T231834Z UID:11430955-1770228000-1770231600@home.edweb.net SUMMARY:5 Writing Essentials of an Effective K–12 Program: The Science of Writing Part 1 DESCRIPTION:Presented by Kristina Smekens\, President and Lead Consultant\, Smekens Education\nModerated by Holly Sluyter\, Literacy Consultant\, Smekens Education \nSponsored by Smekens Education \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nAs districts embrace the Science of Reading\, a growing realization is emerging: lasting literacy success must be paired with explicit\, evidence-based writing instruction. \nJoin literacy expert Kristina Smekens for an engaging edWebinar\, part one of a three-part series\, designed to help K–12 educators strengthen writing instruction and boost student achievement through proven instructional practices. Discover how to apply the Science of Writing to create a cohesive\, research-based writing program that prepares students for success in school and beyond. \nIn this dynamic session\, viewers: \n\nIdentify five research-backed components that bring clarity\, cohesion\, and classroom results to a writing program\nUnderstand the multifaceted nature of teaching writing—balancing foundational skills\, genre writing\, and source writing\nLearn how to teach writing explicitly and systematically using the gradual release of responsibility and a clear scope and sequence to ensure consistent student growth\nGain evidence-based methods to build stronger writers at every grade level—and a clear vision for creating a systematic writing program that delivers real results\nPinpoint the first priority to tackle so your writing plan gains traction quickly\n\nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to K–12 teachers\, school leaders\, and district leaders. \nView part two and part three:\nExplicit Writing Instruction: Debunking Common Misconceptions: The Science of Writing Part 2\nAchieving Systematic Writing Instruction: The Science of Writing Part 3 \n \n \nAbout the Presenter \nKristina Smekens has built a reputation for using enthusiasm\, humor\, and common sense to equip K-12 educators with practical\, demystifying strategies for teaching reading and writing. As President and Lead Consultant for Smekens Education\, she is a leader in developing new strategies to help teachers meet the demands of today’s College- and Career-Ready Standards. She and her associates share those strategies with teachers around the globe through on-site professional development\, virtual and in-person seminars\, and an always-growing pool of print\, digital\, and video resources. Kristina has authored more than 50 books\, guides\, and classroom tools designed to help teachers implement best-practice literacy strategies. The Comprehension Playbook; Launching the Writer’s Workshop: Grades K-2; and Launching the Writer’s Workshop: Grades 3-12 are among the most popular titles. \n \nAbout the Moderator \nA Literacy Consultant with Smekens Education\, Holly Sluyter provides professional development in reading comprehension and writing to teachers across the United States. Through on-site consulting\, virtual training\, and remote coaching\, Holly taps into her diverse experiences as a classroom teacher to encourage and empower educators with research-based best-practice literacy strategies. \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nJoin the ELA Today community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\nSmekens Education helps K-12 schools improve achievement in reading and writing by providing educators with practical and engaging professional learning. The team at Smekens specializes in inspiring teachers with simple\, best-practice literacy strategies that can be implemented right away. Schools around the globe rely on Smekens to provide powerful PD\, whether it occurs in-person\, virtually\, or on-demand. URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/ela20260204/ CATEGORIES:English, Language Arts, Writing,Literacy,Reading Skills,Science of Reading ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://home.edweb.net/wp-content/uploads/20260204-ela-event.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260205T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260205T130000 DTSTAMP:20260921T141120Z CREATED:20260122T202600Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260921T141120Z UID:11439179-1770292800-1770296400@home.edweb.net SUMMARY:Leading Through the 5 Stages of Curriculum Implementation for Student Success DESCRIPTION:Presented by Edwina Woods\, Former Educator\, Current Curriculum Services Director\, UnboundEd; and Steve Sebelski\, Former Educator\, Current Vice President of Program Design\, UnboundEd\nModerated by Clay Willis\, Vice President of Marketing and Communications\, UnboundEd \nSponsored by UnboundEd \nWatch the RecordingListen to the PodcastRead the Article \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nIn this edLeader Panel\, leaders explore the five stages of curriculum implementation and learn practical strategies for navigating technical and adaptive challenges at each stage. Whether you are just implementing a new curriculum or want to refine your existing implementation\, this session provides insights and tools for enduring success. \nThis recorded edLeader Panel is of interest to K-12 school and district leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nEdwina Woods is a visionary leader and strong motivator who inspires educators\, school districts\, and students to thrive. As Curriculum Services Director\, Edwina brings more than 25 years of education service and leadership. Before joining UnboundEd\, Edwina was a secondary English language arts teacher\, lead teacher\, mentor teacher\, district instructional coach for ELAR\, assistant principal\, and campus principal. After leaving the principalship\, she joined the Region 10 Education Service Center in Richardson\, Texas\, where she served as a Program Coordinator in Administrative Services. Edwina graduated from Northwestern State University of Louisiana in Natchitoches with two bachelor’s degrees—one in social work and the other in psychology. She earned her master’s in education administration from Dallas Baptist University and is currently in her third year of doctoral school at Texas A&M University-Commerce. \n \nSteve Sebelski heads UnboundEd’s Curriculum Services team. He has 20 years of experience in education\, with particular expertise in organizational change\, mathematics instruction\, and teacher coaching. At UnboundEd\, he has created innovative programs for teachers and leaders and contributed to the development of technology solutions for educators. Prior to his time at UnboundEd\, Steve was an instructional leader and teacher at middle schools in New York\, NY\, and Camden\, NJ. \n \nAbout the Moderator \nClay Willis is a mission- and results-driven marketing and communications leader committed to making education work for every single learner. As UnboundEd’s Vice President of Marketing and Communications\, Clay advances the organization’s reach and impact by forging meaningful connections with visionary educators. \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nJoin the Leadership Practices for Innovative Leaders community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\n \nUnboundEd empowers educators to meet the needs of every single student through grade-level\, engaging\, affirming\, and meaningful—GLEAM®—instruction. We work side-by-side with teachers\, coaches\, principals\, and district leaders to ensure the success of your instructional vision for exceptional education and improved outcomes. By cultivating the mindsets\, knowledge\, and skills at the heart of truly transformative teaching and learning\, we can break the predictability of historic achievement patterns so all kids thrive. URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/leadership20260205/ CATEGORIES:Curriculum Development,edLeader Panel,Professional Development,Student Achievement,Teaching Practice and Pedagogy ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://home.edweb.net/wp-content/uploads/20260205-leadership-event_panel.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260205T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260205T150000 DTSTAMP:20260205T195422Z CREATED:20260123T163434Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T195422Z UID:11491792-1770300000-1770303600@home.edweb.net SUMMARY:Building Reading Fluency: The Role of Rich and Varied Practice - Part 2 DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dr. Carolyn Brown\, Adjunct Professor of Communication Sciences and Disorders\, University of Iowa\, and Co-Founder\, Foundations in Learning; and Dr. Carolyn Strom\, Former Teacher\, Current Clinical Assistant Professor of Early Childhood Literacy\, NYU Steinhardt School of Culture\, Education & Human Development\nModerated by Allison Zimmermann\, Former Teacher\, Current CEO\, Foundations in Learning \nSponsored by WordFlight- Foundations in Learning \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nFor years\, the phrase “rich and varied practice” has been used in reading instruction—but often without a clear definition. Explicit\, direct instruction is a cornerstone of the Science of Reading\, but it is in “rich and varied practice” that students consolidate and generalize their learning so that they can become fluent readers. The specification of “rich and varied practice” is long overdue. A systematic and structured approach to practice must incorporate the learning principles that support the development of complex and automatic skills. This approach is especially critical and timely for our struggling readers in upper elementary and middle school. \nThis edWebinar presents Part 2\, which will focus on the impact of elaboration\, rehearsal\, and desirable difficulties on learning\, memory\, and retrieval. Viewers leave with classroom strategies and tools to bring “rich and varied practice” to life\, and learn how to increase student engagement\, accelerate fluency\, and strengthen long-term comprehension. Join us as we discuss the development of automaticity\, fluency\, engagement\, deeper learning\, and stronger outcomes. \nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to elementary and middle school teachers\, librarians\, school leaders\, district leaders\, and education technology leaders. \nView Part 1: Building Reading Fluency: The Role of Rich and Varied Practice \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nDr. Carolyn Brown has devoted her career to developing tools and testing solutions that optimize language and literacy development for all students. She and her colleagues have received support from the National Institutes of Health\, the Department of Education\, the National Science Foundation\, and the State of Iowa. Dr. Brown received her B.S. and M.S. degrees in speech pathology and audiology from Eastern New Mexico University and her Ph.D. in the same field at University of Iowa. Her areas of specialization are child development\, language acquisition\, and the Science of Reading. \nShe has co-founded three companies: Breakthrough to Literacy\, the Iowa Language and Literacy Institute\, and Foundations in Learning. Each was organized to advance current science and create solutions to help all children learn to read. She is also an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders at the University of Iowa. \n \nDr. Carolyn Strom is a clinical professor\, reading specialist\, and former first-grade teacher. She collaborates widely with school districts\, families\, educators\, and edtech companies to bridge the disconnect between neuroscientific research and educational practice. Dr. Strom is a recent recipient of NYU Steinhardt’s Teaching Excellence Award and has published her work in The Reading Teacher\, The Reading League Journal\, and The Handbook of Learning Disabilities. She maintains a clinical practice in New York\, working with children who have dyslexia. Dr. Strom holds a Ph.D. from NYU\, a master’s degree from USC\, and a B.A. from the University of Pennsylvania. \n \nAbout the Moderator \nBefore taking the helm as CEO\, Allison Zimmermann previously served as the Chief Strategy Officer for Foundations in Learning. She brings over 15 years of experience working in the education sector creating equity and opportunity for students. She has worked as a teacher\, administrator\, and consultant\, providing strategic support to schools\, non-profits\, start-ups\, and Fortune 500 companies across the country. \nPreviously\, Allison launched NewView\, a non-profit focused on creating tri-sector solutions for society’s largest challenges. She continues to serve on the board of the organization. Allison began her career as a special education middle school teacher in New York City and a Teach For America Corps member. Allison graduated from Boston University with a B.S. in international relations and political science. She received an M.S.Ed. in middle school general and special education from Bank Street College and M.P.P. and M.B.A. degrees from the University of Michigan. \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nJoin the Language and Literacy community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\nWordFlight is the labor of love from a group of dedicated reading researchers\, authors\, and cognitive scientists who want to help more students learn to read. WordFlight is Foundations in Learning’s flagship offering. URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/lang-lit20260205/ CATEGORIES:English, Language Arts, Writing,Literacy,Reading Skills,Science of Reading ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://home.edweb.net/wp-content/uploads/20260205-lang-lit-event.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260209T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260209T180000 DTSTAMP:20260921T141147Z CREATED:20260112T141102Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260921T141147Z UID:11296721-1770656400-1770660000@home.edweb.net SUMMARY:Managing Student Data Privacy: Highlights of the CoSN 2025 National Student Data Privacy Report DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dr. Mark Benigni\, Superintendent\, Meriden Public Schools (CT); Dr. Timothy Broadrick\, Superintendent\, Prospect Mountain Schools (NH); Dr. Matthew Friedman\, Superintendent\, Quakertown Community School District (PA); and Linnette Attai\, Project Director\, CoSN Student Data Privacy Initiative\, CoSN (Consortium for School Networking)\nModerated by Ann McMullan\, Project Director\, CoSN/AASA EmpowerED Superintendents Initiative\, CoSN (Consortium for School Networking) \nThis edLeader Panel series is presented by CoSN and AASA.\nSponsored by ClassLink \nWatch the RecordingListen to the PodcastRead the Article \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. This program may qualify for CoSN CETL® Recertification. \nThere is no question that school districts have many unique and challenging tasks when it comes to assuring data privacy within their networks and digital learning environments. Addressing the variety of national\, state\, and local legal requirements while at the same time leveraging technology for learning and operations comes with challenges for school leaders that are both critical and constant. \nIn this edLeader Panel\, three leading-edge superintendents join in conversation with CoSN’s Data Privacy Project Director to review the content and recommendations included in the freely accessible CoSN 2025 National Student Data Privacy Report. An overview of CoSN’s free Student Data Privacy Toolkit is also presented. \nThe superintendent panel shares examples of successful data privacy procedures that are currently in place in their school districts and the types of support needed to ensure each district is successful in implementing their data privacy practices. They also discuss the barriers and challenges involved in assuring ongoing data privacy for their school districts. \nThis recorded edLeader Panel is of interest to K-12 district leaders\, school leaders\, education technology leaders\, teachers\, and librarians. \nView all of the recent EmpowerED Superintendent edLeader Panels. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nMark D. Benigni\, Ed.D.\, is an educator with over 25 years of experience\, including 16 as Superintendent of Meriden Public Schools. He has served in various roles\, from special education teacher to mayor of Meriden. Dr. Benigni has led Meriden Public Schools to numerous awards. He was also recognized as an AASA’s and CoSN’s Digital Superintendent of the Year and selected by EdWeek as a Leader to Learn From. Dr. Benigni previously served as the President of the Connecticut Association of Public School Superintendents. Under his leadership\, the district achieved its highest academic scores in history and received awards from various educational organizations. Dr. Benigni is a published author and frequent presenter at national conferences. He has taught doctoral classes\, published numerous articles\, contributed to book publications\, and authored three books. His latest book\, Leveraging Social Media for District Improvement\, was just released by Bloomsbury Publishing in December 2025. \n \nDr. Timothy Broadrick has served as a superintendent in Massachusetts and New Hampshire. He previously taught at the high school level and was a district director of technical programs\, also overseeing technology operations. He is committed to seeking innovations within the public school system. His New Hampshire school system operates the state’s first public school choice program\, hosts a public virtual school open to all students in the state\, and employs nearly half of the Google Certified Trainers currently working in New Hampshire schools. \n \nDr. Matthew Friedman is an accomplished educator and visionary leader with over 25 years of experience in public education. As Superintendent of the Quakertown Community School District near Philadelphia\, he has spent nearly two decades in transformative leadership roles\, including director of curriculum\, chief academic officer\, and assistant superintendent. Dr. Friedman has led major initiatives such as Career Language Integration (CLI)—a groundbreaking K–12 approach to career exploration—and the district’s Career Pathways Program\, aligning academics with workforce trends to prepare students for life beyond graduation. In addition to his K–12 leadership\, Dr. Friedman teaches at the university level\, mentoring future educators and doctoral candidates. He is widely recognized for creating innovative\, student-centered learning environments\, building community partnerships\, and inspiring systemic change that empowers educators and students to thrive in an ever-changing world. \n \nLinnette Attai is Project Director for CoSN’s Student Data Privacy Initiative and Trusted Learning Environment Program. As founder of the global privacy consulting firm PlayWell\, LLC\, Linnette delivers strategic advice and training\, policy development\, and technology assessments\, and builds cultures of compliance across a wide range of organizations. She also serves as virtual chief privacy officer and GDPR data protection officer to select clients. Linnette is a recognized expert in the youth and education sectors and speaks globally on data privacy matters. She is a TEDx speaker and author of the books Student Data Privacy: Building a School Compliance Program\, Protecting Student Data Privacy: Classroom Fundamentals\, and Student Data Privacy: Managing Vendor Relationships. \n \nAbout the Moderator \nAnn McMullan is Project Director for CoSN’s EmpowerED Superintendents Initiative\, created in partnership with AASA\, The School Superintendents Association. Ann served as Executive Director for Educational Technology in Klein ISD\, near Houston\, Texas\, until September 2013\, when she and her family moved to Los Angeles\, California. For 16 years\, Ann led the district team that provided professional development on technology and 21st century instructional strategies to 4\,000 educators serving 50\,000 students. She was Co-chair of the Texas Education Technology Advisory Committee\, which developed the Texas Long Range Plan for Technology. Today\, Ann works as a public speaker\, writer\, and consultant focused on leadership to meet the needs of today’s students. Ann serves on the edWeb.net Advisory Board. Ann is co-author of Life Lessons in Leadership. \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nJoin the Super-Connected community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\nAASA is the premier association for school system leaders and serves as the national voice for public education and district leadership on Capitol Hill. \n\n CoSN (the Consortium for School Networking) is the premier professional association for school system technology leaders. CoSN provides thought leadership resources\, community\, best practices and advocacy tools to help leaders succeed in the digital transformation. CoSN represents over 13 million students in school districts nationwide and continues to grow as a powerful and influential voice in K-12 education. \n\n \nClassLink is the identity and access management platform trusted by over 25 million students and staff in more than 3\,000 school systems worldwide. ClassLink simplifies access with single sign-on\, automates provisioning and rostering\, and strengthens security and governance across the school system. With analytics that connect edtech usage to student outcomes\, ClassLink helps education leaders manage technology with confidence and invest in what works. Learn more at classlink.com. URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/supers20260209/ CATEGORIES:Cybersecurity,edLeader Panel,EmpowerED Superintendent Series,Leadership/Administration,Privacy and Security,Student Data Privacy,Technology Infrastructure ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://home.edweb.net/wp-content/uploads/20260209-supers-event_panel.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T140000 DTSTAMP:20260210T185854Z CREATED:20251221T035609Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T185854Z UID:11152650-1770728400-1770732000@home.edweb.net SUMMARY:Writing That Works: 5 Evidence-Based Practices for Literacy Success DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dr. Steve Graham\, Regents Professor\, Mary Emily Warner Professor\, Mary Lou Fulton Teachers College\, Arizona State University\nModerated by Pam Austin\, Director of Instructional Technology\, Voyager Sopris Learning \nSponsored by Voyager Sopris Learning \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nJoin internationally recognized literacy expert Dr. Steve Graham for a dynamic edWebinar that translates decades of writing research into practical classroom strategies. Drawing from multiple meta-analyses and studies of exceptional literacy teachers\, Dr. Graham presents a comprehensive framework built around five essential practices: students need to write regularly\, they need support while writing\, writing must be explicitly taught\, reading and writing must be connected\, and educators must encourage risk taking and creativity. \nThis first edWebinar of The Science of Writing Week: Research-Based Approaches for Confident\, Capable Writers is designed for educators and education leaders who want to move beyond buzzwords and toward measurable impact. Dr. Graham shares actionable strategies—such as goal setting\, feedback\, pre-writing routines\, and collaborative learning—that can be implemented immediately to strengthen writing instruction across grade levels. Whether you’re refining your literacy block or designing a districtwide writing initiative\, this session helps you build classrooms where writing truly works. \nViewers learn: \n\nThe five evidence-based practices that form the foundation of effective writing instruction\nHow to integrate writing with reading and learning to deepen comprehension and critical thinking\nPractical strategies for supporting students as they write\, including feedback\, goal setting\, and collaboration\nWhy fostering risk taking and creativity is essential for building classrooms where writers flourish\nHow to apply research findings to daily lesson structures that accelerate student growth\n\nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to K-12 teachers\, school leaders\, and district leaders. \nThis edWebinar is part of The Science of Writing Week: Research-Based Approaches for Confident\, Capable Writers. \n \n \nAbout the Presenter \nDr. Steve Graham is a Regents Professor and the Warner Professor in the Division of Leadership and Innovation in the Mary Lou Fulton Teachers College\, Arizona State University. For 45 years\, he has studied how writing develops\, how to teach it effectively\, and how writing can be used to support reading and learning. In recent years\, he has been involved in the development and testing of digital tools for supporting writing and reading through a series of grants from the Institute of Educational Sciences and the Office of Special Education Programs in the U.S. Department of Education. His research involves typically developing writers and students with special needs in both elementary and secondary schools\, with much occurring in classrooms in urban schools. \nDr. Graham is the former Editor of Exceptional Children\, Contemporary Educational Psychology\, Journal of Writing Research\, Focus on Exceptional Children\, and Journal of Educational Psychology. He is the co-author of the Handbook of Writing Research\, Handbook of Learning Disabilities\, APA Handbook of Educational Psychology\, Writing Better\, Powerful Writing Strategies for all Students\, and Making the Writing Process Work. He also is the author of three influential Carnegie Corporation reports: Writing Next\, Writing to Read\, and Informing Writing. \nDr. Graham has served as an advisor to a variety of organizations\, including UNESCO\, National Institute of Health\, Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation\, Zuckerberg Initiative\, National Writing Project\, Institute of Educational Sciences\, the College Board\, and the What Works Clearinghouse. He was Chair of the What Works Clearinghouse Practice Guides for both elementary as well as secondary writing. Dr. Graham is a fellow of the American Educational Research Association\, the Division 15 of the American Psychological Association\, and the International Academy for Research in Learning Disabilities. \n \nAbout the Moderator \nPam Austin\, Director of Instructional Technology for Voyager Sopris Learning\, has over 35 years of experience as an educator. She has worked as a Professional Learning Facilitator Manager with over 17 years of experience in training and supporting districts in various literacy and numeracy interventions for Voyager Sopris Learning in addition to delivering LETRS professional development sessions. She has also shared her love of proven VSL solutions as a Product Marketing Manager when she began her role as an EDVIEW360 podcast host in 2019 and continues to this day. Her goal is to aid teachers in changing the lives of students so that they not only become proficient and successful learners but also individuals confident in pursuing personal and professional life goals. \nShe previously held the role of Literacy Specialist at the Center for Development and Learning (CDL) now the Center for Literacy and Learning. As an educator in the New Orleans Public Schools for 14 years\, she served as an elementary teacher\, a reading interventionist\, a school-based reading coach\, and a central office field literacy facilitator. These varying roles allowed her to gain a myriad of experiences that has enhanced her ability to work in collaboration with other educators\, schools\, and districts for impactful professional learning. Pam’s first steps into a lifelong career as an educator began as a fourth-grade teacher in a small school in the Archdiocese of New Orleans. And the journey continues… \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nJoin the Empowering Struggling Readers community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\n \nVoyager Sopris Learning® is the specialist in reading\, writing\, and math intervention. Fully focused on intervention\, we have established four decades of results that demonstrate the efficacy of our solutions. Providing a holistic offering of reading\, writing\, and math interventions and assessments\, our solutions help educators create strong\, sustainable foundations to ensure academic success for all students. \n\n \n  URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/readers20260210/ CATEGORIES:English, Language Arts, Writing,Literacy,Professional Development,Teaching Practice and Pedagogy ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://home.edweb.net/wp-content/uploads/20260210-readers-event.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T150000 DTSTAMP:20260217T034823Z CREATED:20260120T164118Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260217T034823Z UID:11385103-1770732000-1770735600@home.edweb.net SUMMARY:Building Knowledge in PreK: Big Learning Starts Small DESCRIPTION:Presented by Kateri Thunder\, Ph.D.\, Educator\, Researcher\, Author\, and Coach \nSponsored by Sadlier \nWatch the RecordingListen to the Podcast \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nThis edWebinar lays the foundation for children’s language development\, comprehension\, and long-term academic success. Educators explore how intentional\, research-based instruction supports knowledge building in early childhood while honoring play\, curiosity\, and developmentally appropriate practice. \nThis session highlights the role of integrated literacy and mathematics experiences in strengthening young learners’ understanding of the world\, expanding vocabulary\, and promoting equity and access in PreK classrooms. Viewers gain insights into how research can be translated into meaningful\, practical classroom instruction. \nThe goal of this session is to help PreK educators understand the importance of knowledge building and apply research-informed practices that support early learning. Viewers: \n\nUnderstand why knowledge building is essential in PreK\nExplore connections between literacy\, mathematics\, and content-rich instruction\nIdentify research-based practices that promote equity and access\nTranslate research into daily instructional practice\n\nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to PreK teachers\, school leaders\, and district leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenter \nKateri Thunder\, Ph.D.\, is an educator\, researcher\, author\, and coach who collaborates with learners and educators around the world to translate research into practice. Her work centers on equity and access in education\, with a strong focus on teaching and learning at the intersection of literacy and mathematics. Dr. Thunder is a best-selling author for Corwin\, including Visible Learning in Early Childhood and The Early Childhood Education Playbook\, and she regularly presents on research-based instructional practices that support young learners. She collaborates with William H. Sadlier\, Inc. as a consultant\, contributing to the development of research-based instructional programs and playing a pivotal role in the creation of Sadlier PreK with Wiley Blevins\, as well as the Progress in Mathematics series. \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nJoin the Early Childhood Learning Solutions community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\nWith 200 years of trusted experience\, Sadlier empowers K–12 educators to shape the future with proven\, research-based programs that drive student success. URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/earlychildhood20260210/ CATEGORIES:Early Childhood Learning,Early Literacy,PreK-K Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://home.edweb.net/wp-content/uploads/20260210-earlychildhood-event.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T160000 DTSTAMP:20260921T141209Z CREATED:20260114T044544Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260921T141209Z UID:11333962-1770735600-1770739200@home.edweb.net SUMMARY:Broadening Biomedical Career Pathways for Students: More Than Medicine DESCRIPTION:Presented by Michelle Lawrence\, Medicine and Healthcare Instructor\, Northland CAPS\, North Kansas City School District (MO); Dr. Julye Adams\, Biomedical Sciences Teacher\, Elkhorn Crossing School\, Scott County Schools (KY); and Joe McCollum\, Biomedical Science Teacher\, Ridgeline High School\, Central Valley School District (WA)\nModerated by Rocky Valadez\, Senior Vice President of Engagement\, Project Lead The Way \nSponsored by Project Lead The Way \nWatch the RecordingListen to the PodcastRead the Article \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nWhen students think about medical careers\, “nurse” or “doctor” is often at the top of the list. But today’s biomedical landscape is far more expansive\, spanning fields like biomedical engineering\, laboratory sciences\, data and health informatics\, research\, and technology innovation. \nThis edLeader Panel explores how K–12 schools can spark student interest in the full spectrum of biomedical careers through interdisciplinary learning\, authentic experiences\, and strategic pathway design. We dive into practical strategies for: \n\nExpanding student awareness of biomedical careers beyond traditional clinical roles\nIntegrating biomedical science with computer science and engineering and other Career and Technical Education (CTE) pathways to reflect real-world innovation\nLeveraging professional industry certification and licenses as well as other assets to connect learning to meaningful opportunities\nBuilding pathways that start before high school\, sustaining student engagement across grade levels\nHighlighting college credit and postsecondary opportunities that give students a strong head start\n\nBy the end of this session\, viewers are able to: \n\nIdentify a range of biomedical career pathways beyond nursing and clinical roles that are relevant to K–12 students and design and adapt strategies to engage students in these pathways\nExplain how integrating biomedical science with computer science and engineering strengthens student learning and career readiness\nBuild and strengthen postsecondary and workforce opportunities to enhance K–12 learning pathways\, and identify how industry-recognized credentials and college credit options can enhance pathways\n\nThis recorded edLeader Panel is of interest to K–12 teachers\, CTE coordinators\, school leaders\, and district leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nMichelle Lawrence is a Medicine and Healthcare Instructor with 26 years of teaching experience\, dedicated to preparing students for careers in healthcare through rigorous academics and real-world application. She is nationally board certified\, bringing both expertise and high professional standards into the classroom. Throughout her career\, she has been passionate about mentoring students\, fostering curiosity\, and promoting excellence in medical and healthcare education. Outside of teaching\, she enjoys running\, camping\, and horseback riding\, which helps her stay active and balanced. She is married and values time with her family\, including her husband\, son\, daughter\, and son-in-law\, and she is especially grateful to be a proud grandparent to two grandchildren. \n \nDr. Julye M. Adams received her Ph.D. in physiology and biophysics from the University of Kentucky. After a postdoctoral fellowship\, Dr. Adams founded the first Career and Technical Biomedical Sciences Program in the state of Kentucky. Her Biomedical Sciences “Village” is an anchor program at Elkhorn Crossing School in Georgetown\, KY. She is a master teacher in the Biomedical Sciences (BMS) curriculum and was named both a State and National PLTW BMS Teacher of the Year. She is an Adjunct Professor for Bluegrass Community and Technical College\, is a representative for Elkhorn Crossing School on the Georgetown Chamber of Commerce\, and is a member of several district and state teacher leadership committees. She has worked with the PLTW Assessment Design and Review Panels\, Ethics Committee\, and Curriculum teams. Dr. Adams also holds an MS in career and technical education administration from Eastern Kentucky University and is her school’s Digital Learning Coach. \n \nJoe McCollum is a PLTW Master teacher. He has been teaching for 22 years in Spokane\, Washington. He started his teaching career as a biology teacher and then moved over to teaching the biomedical classes from PLTW full time starting in 2009. He has been a Master Teacher for all four biomedical science courses since 2013. \n \nAbout the Moderator \nRocky Valadez serves as Senior Vice President of Engagement at Project Lead The Way (PLTW)\, where he leads strategy to strengthen state\, district\, and school partnerships aimed at expanding high‑quality STEM and career‑connected learning opportunities for students. With more than two decades of experience in K-12 education\, Rocky brings a rare blend of instructional insight and systems‑level perspective to advance impact for both students and teachers. Prior to joining PLTW\, he served as a classroom teacher\, coach\, consultant\, and school administrator. Since joining PLTW in 2017\, he’s focused on strategic initiatives that expand access to real‑world\, hands‑on learning and empower educators to help students build the skills they need to thrive. Driven by a deep belief in the power of opportunity\, he is committed to ensuring all students are prepared for the future they choose. \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nJoin the Career\, Technical\, and Adult Education community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\n\n \n \n Inspiring PreK-12 Students and Teachers in Thousands of Schools Across the U.S. \nSchool and district leaders need a solution that cultivates confidence and career readiness—and PLTW checks all the boxes. As a nonprofit organization founded by educators and driven by education leaders\, we’ve spent more than 28 years equipping students with the technical knowledge\, transferable skills\, and career confidence they need to thrive—through programs that integrate real-world industry partnerships\, best-in-class teacher training\, and our proven activity-\, project-\, problem-based (APB) instructional model. URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/cte20260210/ CATEGORIES:Career Education,CTE: Career and Tech Ed,edLeader Panel,Engineering,Science,STEM/STEAM ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://home.edweb.net/wp-content/uploads/20260210-cte-event_panel.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T170000 DTSTAMP:20260210T215652Z CREATED:20260128T154631Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260210T215652Z UID:11549981-1770739200-1770742800@home.edweb.net SUMMARY:Future-Ready Classrooms: Innovating Early Learning with Digital Tools\, AI\, and Data-Informed Instruction DESCRIPTION:Presented by Meghan Manfra\, Ph.D.\, Professor in the College of Education at NC State University\, Faculty Director of AI Literacy at NC State Data Science and AI Academy\, and Research Affiliate at UNC Center for Information\, Technology\, and Public Life; Carrie Rogers\, Founder and CEO\, Digital Respons-Ability and Digital Citizenship Foundation; and Kathy Hollowell-Makle\, Principal Education Consultant\, Makle Consulting Group\, LLC\nModerated by Nicole Nesheim\, Ph.D.\, Chief Academic Officer\, Hatch Early Learning \nSponsored by Hatch Early Learning – The Early Learning Experts \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nIn this edWebinar\, the presenters explore how digital learning tools and AI are further transforming early childhood classrooms in the current landscape. They discuss strategies to supplement core curricula with adaptive assessment and progress monitoring tools\, and highlight 2026 trends shaping instructional design\, family engagement\, and funding priorities in early learning. Key themes include equity in digital access\, teacher support\, AI literacy for educators\, and personalized learning trends. \nViewers leave with practical\, classroom-ready insights that can be applied immediately. This recorded edWebinar is of interest to PreK-3 teachers\, school leaders\, district leaders\, and education technology leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nMeghan Manfra\, Ph.D.\, is a Professor in the Department of Teacher Education and Learning Sciences in the College of Education and Faculty Director for AI Literacy in the Data Science and AI Academy at NC State University. She is a research affiliate with the UNC Center for Information\, Technology\, and Public Life and the founder of Action in Professional Learning. She partners with individuals and organizations to drive data-informed improvement and is the author of Action Research for Classrooms\, Schools\, and Communities (Sage) and Fighting Fake News for Teens and Adolescents: Navigating Social Media and Creating Healthy Digital Futures (Bloomsbury)\, and the editor of the Handbook of Social Studies Research (Wiley). Dr. Manfra’s Spencer Foundation research grant focuses on refining action research methodologies\, and her Library of Congress Consortium grant aims at improving digital instruction. She was the National Technology Leadership Initiative Fellowship recipient for her contributions to education and technology. \n\n \nCarrie Rogers\, MPA\, MLIS\, is the founder of Digital Respons-Ability\, a mission-based company that works with educators\, parents\, and students to teach digital citizenship. Carrie is the author of nine books\, three directed to parents and caregivers. She is currently editing an academic series with Bloomsbury on digital citizenship education and trends\, and lives in Utah with her family. \n \nKathy Hollowell-Makle is the Principal Consultant at the Makle Consulting Group. She has 25+ years of professional experience and academic achievements as a passionate administrator\, early childhood educator\, and policy influencer. Kathy applies extensive knowledge of current matters facing the early childhood education field and infuses a community- and family-based approach to improve educational access and success for all. In her free time\, she enjoys traveling the world and bragging about her two children. \n \nAbout the Moderator \nNicole Nesheim\, Ph.D.\, has dedicated her career to advancing education through school leadership\, advocacy\, family advising\, and research. She has experience in PreK through higher education and currently serves as Chief Academic Officer at Hatch Early Learning. With deep expertise in educational leadership\, policy\, and edtech innovation\, she brings a strategic\, research-driven lens to the conversation. \n\nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nJoin the Artificial Intelligence in Education community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\nHatch Early Learning is the trusted leader in early education\, providing administrators and teachers with actionable data on student readiness in multiple domains. Our research-based solutions offer valuable insights into student progress\, enabling informed decision making and targeted interventions in online and offline settings. Streamline paperwork\, save teacher time\, collaborate more effectively with families\, and foster a supportive educational environment with our intuitive platforms. Join Hatch Early Learning to empower educators\, enhance student outcomes\, and unlock the full potential of your early learners. URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/ai20260210/ CATEGORIES:Artificial Intelligence,Early Childhood Learning,Future Ready Learning ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://home.edweb.net/wp-content/uploads/20260210-ai-event.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260211T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260211T140000 DTSTAMP:20260211T190509Z CREATED:20251221T044540Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T190509Z UID:11153202-1770814800-1770818400@home.edweb.net SUMMARY:Adolescent Writing and The Writing Rope Framework: Evidence-Based Teaching Suggestions for Grades 5–12 DESCRIPTION:Presented by Joan Sedita\, Author of The Writing Rope: A Framework for Explicit Writing Instruction in All Subjects\nModerated by Pam Austin\, Director of Instructional Technology\, Voyager Sopris Learning \nSponsored by Voyager Sopris Learning \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nWriting is a powerful tool for learning\, especially for adolescent students navigating increasingly complex academic demands. During this second edWebinar of The Science of Writing Week: Research-Based Approaches for Confident\, Capable Writers\, literacy expert and author Joan Sedita presents practical\, evidence-based strategies drawn from her Writing Rope framework to help educators strengthen writing instruction in grades 5–12. Focusing on three key strands—Syntax\, Text Structure\, and Critical Thinking—Joan offers actionable guidance for teaching advanced sentence construction\, genre-specific text organization\, and written responses to text across content areas. \nViewers explore how writing supports comprehension\, retention\, and academic success\, particularly in middle and high school settings. With a focus on instructional routines that build fluency and confidence\, Joan shares tools for notetaking\, summarizing\, and planning written responses that deepen student engagement and elevate writing outcomes. Whether you’re a classroom teacher\, literacy coach\, or curriculum leader\, this session helps you integrate writing as a vehicle for learning across disciplines. \nViewers learn: \n\nHow to teach advanced sentence writing using the Syntax strand of The Writing Rope\nStrategies for helping students organize informational\, argumentative\, and narrative writing using text structure\nTechniques for guiding students to respond to text in writing across subject areas\nTools for notetaking\, summarizing\, and pre-writing that support critical thinking\nHow to apply The Writing Rope framework to strengthen adolescent writing instruction\n\nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to middle and high school teachers\, school leaders\, and district leaders. \nThis edWebinar is part of The Science of Writing Week: Research-Based Approaches for Confident\, Capable Writers. \n \n \nAbout the Presenter \nJoan Sedita is founder of Keys to Literacy\, a professional development organization dedicated to literacy instruction. With more than 45 years of experience in the literacy field\, she has served as a teacher\, administrator\, and teacher trainer. Joan is creator of The Writing Rope framework and book\, author of Essentials of Adolescent Literacy\, and developer of multiple literacy professional development programs\, including The Key Comprehension Routine\, The Key Vocabulary Routine\, Keys to Beginning Reading\, Keys to Content Writing\, Keys to Early Writing\, and Keys to Adolescent Literacy. From 1975 to 1998\, she worked at the Landmark School\, a pioneer in the development of literacy intervention programs. Since 1998\, Joan has provided literacy training and consultation to hundreds of school districts and departments of education. She has an M.Ed. in reading from Harvard University and a B.A. from Boston College. \n \nAbout the Moderator \nPam Austin\, Director of Instructional Technology for Voyager Sopris Learning\, has over 35 years of experience as an educator. She has worked as a Professional Learning Facilitator Manager with over 17 years of experience in training and supporting districts in various literacy and numeracy interventions for Voyager Sopris Learning in addition to delivering LETRS professional development sessions. She has also shared her love of proven VSL solutions as a Product Marketing Manager when she began her role as an EDVIEW360 podcast host in 2019 and continues to this day. Her goal is to aid teachers in changing the lives of students so that they not only become proficient and successful learners but also individuals confident in pursuing personal and professional life goals. \nShe previously held the role of Literacy Specialist at the Center for Development and Learning (CDL) now the Center for Literacy and Learning. As an educator in the New Orleans Public Schools for 14 years\, she served as an elementary teacher\, a reading interventionist\, a school-based reading coach\, and a central office field literacy facilitator. These varying roles allowed her to gain a myriad of experiences that has enhanced her ability to work in collaboration with other educators\, schools\, and districts for impactful professional learning. Pam’s first steps into a lifelong career as an educator began as a fourth-grade teacher in a small school in the Archdiocese of New Orleans. And the journey continues… \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nJoin the Empowering Struggling Readers community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\n \nVoyager Sopris Learning® is the specialist in reading\, writing\, and math intervention. Fully focused on intervention\, we have established four decades of results that demonstrate the efficacy of our solutions. Providing a holistic offering of reading\, writing\, and math interventions and assessments\, our solutions help educators create strong\, sustainable foundations to ensure academic success for all students. \n\n \n  URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/readers20260211/ CATEGORIES:English, Language Arts, Writing,Professional Development,Reading Skills,Teaching Practice and Pedagogy ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://home.edweb.net/wp-content/uploads/20260212-readers-event.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260211T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260211T160000 DTSTAMP:20260211T212221Z CREATED:20260114T170957Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T212221Z UID:11340009-1770822000-1770825600@home.edweb.net SUMMARY:A Math Education Game Changer: Assessing What Really Counts DESCRIPTION:Presented by Jay McTighe\, Author and Consultant\, McTighe and Associates Consulting; and Jay Meadows\, Experienced Educator\, Current CEO\, Exemplars \nSponsored by Exemplars \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nFeaturing special guest speaker Jay McTighe. \nWhat does high-quality student work look like in today’s math classroom? The recent versions of mathematics standards (e.g.\, NCTM\, CCSS\, TEKS) emphasize the development of mathematical reasoning\, problem-solving strategies\, and associated habits of mind (e.g.\, precision\, perseverance) along with computational accuracy. In addition\, many schools and districts have adopted a Portrait of a Graduate that identifies cross-disciplinary competencies that are valued in the modern world (e.g.\, creativity\, ability to work effectively in teams\, responsible citizenship\, communication using various media). Such learning outcomes have significant implications for mathematics instruction as well as for assessment practices. \nIn this edWebinar\, Jay McTighe and Jay Meadows explore what math teaching and assessment should look like in today’s schools for students to achieve these valued outcomes. Jay and Jay make the case for the increased use of authentic math tasks—on both large-scale\, end-of-the-year accountability tests and on classroom assessments—to measure what really matters and promote more engaging and relevant instruction. \nThey investigate the game-changing potential of artificial intelligence (AI) to transform mathematics assessment to enable educators to efficiently and effectively gauge all valued outcomes\, not just those easiest and cheapest to test. They describe TRISTAN\, an AI tool capable of reading students’ handwritten responses to open-ended tasks that ask students to show their thinking\, not simply select an answer from a given set of options. \nIt is now possible to transform the way we teach and assess mathematics towards what really counts! This recorded edWebinar is of interest to K-12 teachers\, school leaders\, and district leaders. \n\n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nJay McTighe is a veteran educator and accomplished author\, having co-written 18 books\, including the award-winning and best-selling Understanding by Design® series with Grant Wiggins. His books have been translated into 14 languages. Jay has also written more than 50 book chapters\, articles\, and blogs\, and has been published in leading journals\, including Educational Leadership (ASCD)\, Edutopia\, and Education Week. Jay has an extensive background in professional development and is a regular speaker at state\, national\, and international conferences. He has made presentations in 48 states within the United States\, in seven Canadian provinces\, and internationally in 41 countries on six continents. Jay received his undergraduate degree from the College of William and Mary\, earned his master’s degree from the University of Maryland\, and completed post-graduate studies at Johns Hopkins University. \n \nJay Meadows is the Chief Executive Officer of Exemplars\, a leading force in redefining how students learn to think mathematically. With over 30 years in education\, Jay brings a rare blend of classroom insight and research-driven innovation. A former middle school math and science teacher\, he holds advanced degrees in both teaching and mathematical pedagogy—credentials that reflect his deep commitment to meaningful\, effective math instruction. At Exemplars\, Jay is not only a primary author of performance tasks but also a national thought partner for educators. \nHe leads dynamic professional development experiences across the United States\, helping teachers transform their classrooms with problem solving\, authentic assessment\, and the practices that research shows make the biggest difference. His mission is bold: to cultivate a generation of learners who can tackle any challenge with confidence and grit. Jay’s impact extends far beyond U.S. borders. Before his teaching career\, he facilitated diplomatic exchange programs for the U.S. State Department\, partnered with international nonprofits\, and served in the Peace Corps in Kazakhstan. This global lens continues to shape his belief in education as a force for empowerment and equity. \n\nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nJoin the Building Math Proficiency community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\n \nExemplars provides performance tasks\, rubrics\, and student anchor papers for schools and districts in Math and Science. Our performance material engages students and promotes reasoning\, critical thinking\, communication\, and problem solving. Our performance tasks are classroom tested and may be used for assessment\, instruction\, and professional development. Exemplars’ supplemental resources are research based and designed to meet state and national standards. URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/mathskills20260211/ CATEGORIES:Artificial Intelligence,Assessment,Mathematics ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://home.edweb.net/wp-content/uploads/20260211-mathskills-event.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260212T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260212T150000 DTSTAMP:20260921T141229Z CREATED:20260115T170326Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260921T141229Z UID:11360683-1770904800-1770908400@home.edweb.net SUMMARY:Adolescent Literacy Research to Practice: Combining HQIM and Evidence-Based Instruction DESCRIPTION:Presented by Joan Sedita\, Founder and Lead Author\, Keys to Literacy; Jillian Roche\, Former Teacher\, Current Director of Curriculum\, Lavinia Group; and Keely Keller\, Former Teacher\, Current Director of Professional Programs and Author\, K12 Coalition \nSponsored by K12 Coalition \nWatch the RecordingListen to the PodcastRead the Article \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nAdolescent literacy in grades 6–12 is a gateway to success across all subject areas. As texts\, tasks\, and disciplinary demands become more complex\, students must integrate reading comprehension\, writing\, vocabulary\, and knowledge building in intentional ways. This edLeader Panel brings together Joan Sedita’s expertise in adolescent literacy and Jillian Roche’s expertise in curriculum development to explore what makes literacy instruction in the secondary grades both unique and essential. \nViewers examine why reading and writing instruction must continue beyond the elementary years\, why many adolescents struggle with literacy skills\, and how instruction should be designed to meet their needs. The session highlights research-based instructional practices\, the role of high-quality instructional materials (HQIM) in supporting coherent\, grade-level literacy instruction\, and the importance of professional learning for content-area teachers. Through authentic examples from ELA classrooms and a focus on cross-disciplinary application\, this edLeader Panel supports educators in strengthening literacy outcomes for all adolescents. \nViewers leave with the ability to: \n\nMake informed decisions about literacy instruction in grades 6–12 by understanding the developmental and instructional needs of adolescent readers and writers\nDesign and support coherent literacy systems by distinguishing the roles of core ELA instruction\, disciplinary literacy\, and targeted intervention\nStrengthen student learning across subjects by intentionally integrating reading and writing into content-area instruction\nEvaluate and select high-quality instructional materials using research-based criteria aligned to effective adolescent literacy practices\nSupport teachers more effectively through professional learning that translates evidence-based literacy practices into daily classroom instruction\n\nThis recorded edLeader Panel is of interest to teachers\, school leaders\, and district leaders of grades 6–12. \n\n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nJoan Sedita is the founder of Keys to Literacy\, a professional development organization dedicated to literacy instruction. With over 45 years of experience in the literacy field\, she has served as a teacher\, administrator\, and teacher trainer. Joan is the creator of The Writing Rope framework and book\, the author of Essentials of Adolescent Literacy\, and the developer of multiple literacy professional development programs\, including The Key Comprehension Routine\, The Key Vocabulary Routine\, Keys to Beginning Reading\, Keys to Content Writing\, Keys to Early Writing\, and Keys to Adolescent Literacy. From 1975 to 1998\, she worked at the Landmark School\, a pioneer in the development of literacy intervention programs. Since 1998\, Joan has provided literacy training and consultation to hundreds of school districts and departments of education. Joan holds an M.Ed. in reading from Harvard University and a B.A. from Boston College. \n \nJillian Roche serves as the Director of Curriculum at Lavinia Group\, where she led the development of RedThread Literacy\, Lavinia Group’s comprehensive K-8 literacy curriculum. In addition to the development of curricula\, Jillian also focuses on curriculum implementation in schools\, developing trainings for partners and the Lavinia Group consulting team\, as well as coaching school leaders. Prior to joining Lavinia Group\, Jillian served as a classroom teacher and school leader in secondary schools in New York City and Philadelphia. Jillian holds a master’s degree in middle school education. \n \nKeely Keller is the Director of Professional Programs for K12 Coalition in Eagan\, Minnesota. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Special Education from St. Cloud State University\, a Master of Arts in Education from Hamline University\, and additional Director of Special Education and Principal Licensures from the University of Minnesota. Before joining K12 Coalition\, Keely served students with special needs as a teacher and subsequently served as a special education coordinator in a suburban Minnesota school district. She taught as an Adjunct Instructor at St. Mary’s University of Minnesota and has been developing trainings and providing face-to-face and online professional development for many years. She recently published her first book\, Honoring Each Learner: How to Develop Individualized Learning Plans for All Students. \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nJoin the Literacy and Critical Thinking community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\n \nK12 Coalition is a national education partner helping states\, districts\, and charter networks build strong educator pipelines\, elevate instructional quality\, and accelerate student learning. Active in all 50 states and U.S. territories\, K12 Coalition has reached over 1.1 million educators and the students they serve. Keys to Literacy and Lavinia Group are two divisions of six that make up K12 Coalition. URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/literacy20260212/ CATEGORIES:edLeader Panel,English, Language Arts, Writing,Literacy,Reading Skills,Teaching Practice and Pedagogy ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://home.edweb.net/wp-content/uploads/20260212-literacy-event_panel.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260212T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260212T160000 DTSTAMP:20260212T210306Z CREATED:20251221T050257Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260212T210306Z UID:11153614-1770908400-1770912000@home.edweb.net SUMMARY:Empowering Young Writers: Using POW To Build Confidence and Skill DESCRIPTION:Presented by Lindsay Kemeny\, Elementary School Teacher\, Speaker\, and Author\nModerated by Pam Austin\, Director of Instructional Technology\, Voyager Sopris Learning \nSponsored by Voyager Sopris Learning \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nJoin teacher\, author\, and writing instruction specialist Lindsay Kemeny for a practical\, classroom-tested session about helping young students become successful writers. In this third edWebinar of The Science of Writing Week: Research-Based Approaches for Confident\, Capable Writers\, Lindsay draws from her deep experience in early literacy and her work with Self-Regulated Strategy Development (SRSD) to introduce educators to the POW writing strategy—Plan\, Organize\, Write—and show how it can dramatically improve student outcomes. Her approach is grounded in evidence-based practices and informed by years of working directly with students\, designing instructional routines that foster both skill and confidence. \nThrough real-world examples from a first-grade classroom\, viewers see how daily and weekly writing structures can be implemented to support planning\, organization\, and self-regulation. These strategies are designed to be accessible\, engaging\, and immediately applicable—helping educators create writing environments where students feel empowered to express themselves and grow. \nViewers learn: \n\nHow to implement the POW strategy using SRSD\nInstructional routines for teaching the writing process in early elementary classrooms\nStrategies for helping students organize and write informational paragraphs\nTechniques for fostering positive attitudes and confidence in young writers\nReal-world examples of lesson structures that support writing growth\n\nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to early elementary teachers\, school leaders\, and district leaders. \nThis edWebinar is part of The Science of Writing Week: Research-Based Approaches for Confident\, Capable Writers. \n \n \nAbout the Presenter \nLindsay Kemeny is an elementary school teacher\, speaker\, and author with a passion for literacy and applying research to practice. After her son was diagnosed with dyslexia and depression\, she began her deep dive into effective literacy instruction for all children. She enjoys presenting locally and nationally\, and co-hosting the Literacy Talks podcast. She is author of 7 Mighty Moves\, 7 Mighty Moves Reading Resources\, and Rock Your Literacy Block. She loves being in the classroom every day\, teaching students to read and write. \n \nAbout the Moderator \nPam Austin\, Director of Instructional Technology for Voyager Sopris Learning\, has over 35 years of experience as an educator. She has worked as a Professional Learning Facilitator Manager with over 17 years of experience in training and supporting districts in various literacy and numeracy interventions for Voyager Sopris Learning in addition to delivering LETRS professional development sessions. She has also shared her love of proven VSL solutions as a Product Marketing Manager when she began her role as an EDVIEW360 podcast host in 2019 and continues to this day. Her goal is to aid teachers in changing the lives of students so that they not only become proficient and successful learners but also individuals confident in pursuing personal and professional life goals. \nShe previously held the role of Literacy Specialist at the Center for Development and Learning (CDL) now the Center for Literacy and Learning. As an educator in the New Orleans Public Schools for 14 years\, she served as an elementary teacher\, a reading interventionist\, a school-based reading coach\, and a central office field literacy facilitator. These varying roles allowed her to gain a myriad of experiences that has enhanced her ability to work in collaboration with other educators\, schools\, and districts for impactful professional learning. Pam’s first steps into a lifelong career as an educator began as a fourth-grade teacher in a small school in the Archdiocese of New Orleans. And the journey continues… \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nJoin the Empowering Struggling Readers community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\n \nVoyager Sopris Learning® is the specialist in reading\, writing\, and math intervention. Fully focused on intervention\, we have established four decades of results that demonstrate the efficacy of our solutions. Providing a holistic offering of reading\, writing\, and math interventions and assessments\, our solutions help educators create strong\, sustainable foundations to ensure academic success for all students. \n\n \n  URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/readers20260212/ CATEGORIES:English, Language Arts, Writing,Professional Development,Teaching Practice and Pedagogy ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://home.edweb.net/wp-content/uploads/20260211-readers-event.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260212T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260212T170000 DTSTAMP:20260812T154958Z CREATED:20251219T213545Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T154958Z UID:11143454-1770912000-1770915600@home.edweb.net SUMMARY:The Science of Reading is Necessary but Insufficient: Enter the Three-Sciences Framework DESCRIPTION:Presented by Linda Diamond\, Former Educator\, Current Executive Director\, Evidence Advocacy Center; and Dr. Paige C. Pullen\, Former Educator\, Current Co-Founder and Chief Learning Officer\, Mindset CoPilot\nModerated by Dr. Katy Cortelyou\, Former Teacher\, Current Senior Regional Director\, Collaborative Classroom \nSponsored by Collaborative Classroom \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nLiteracy success requires literacy science\, instructional science\, and learning science. However\, we often focus on just literacy science—and then wonder why our best-intentioned efforts don’t consistently lead to student success. In this edWebinar\, Dr. Paige Pullen and Linda Diamond discuss the new Three-Sciences Framework and illuminate these three essential sciences for achieving durable literacy teaching and learning results: \n\nWhat we teach: Are we teaching all components of literacy science?\nHow we instruct: Is our instruction designed and delivered to ensure that students learn to mastery and retain their learning?\nHow we learn: Are we using what cognitive science tells us about how all humans learn?\n\nViewers learn about: \n\nClarification on evidence-based practices: We review the Science of Reading (literacy science) and explain why it is distinct from—yet essential for—effective instructional design.\nThe three-part harmony: Learn about the vital role of the following components and how they must work together:\n\nLearning Science (how cognitive research informs us about how learning happens)\nInstructional Science (how research on effective instruction informs best practices)\nLiteracy Science (what research tells us about the essential components of developing proficient reading and writing)\n\n\nHow to address gaps in effective instruction: Understand why the cohesive\, integrated framework of the three interrelated sciences is crucial for solving major issues in commercial curriculum design and educator preparation.\nMaking learning stick: Discover practical ways the relationship among the three sciences clarifies how to deliver instruction that ensures students truly retain and apply new knowledge.\nBridging research to practice: Leave with the conceptual clarity needed to confidently evaluate curricula\, drive strong instruction\, and ensure all parts of your literacy practice are working seamlessly.\n\nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to K-12 teachers\, school leaders\, and district leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nLinda Diamond has dedicated her career to teaching children to read\, particularly those with word-reading difficulties like dyslexia. Linda is the Executive Director of the Evidence Advocacy Center. Linda co-founded CORE Learning alongside former CA Supt. of Public Instruction Bill Honig in 1995. After serving as CORE’s President for 26 years\, Linda stepped down from that role in December 2020\, but she continues to serve on CORE’s Advisory Board. Linda has worked as a public school teacher\, principal\, director of curriculum and Instruction for a K–12 school district\, and senior policy analyst with an emphasis on school-to-career\, charter schools\, and school reform. Linda is the co-author of the seminal textbooks Teaching Reading Sourcebook\, Assessing Reading: Multiple Measures\, and Vocabulary Handbook. \n \nDr. Paige C. Pullen is the Co-founder and Chief Learning Officer of Mindset CoPilot\, where she is translating literacy and special education evidence into scalable\, high-impact practice for teachers. Her expertise is rooted in large-scale educational impact\, a focus on helping teachers improve literacy outcomes for all students. She has spearheaded the development of statewide Science of Reading professional learning systems—such as the Literacy Matrix and educator micro-credentialing programs—that have successfully trained over 40\,000 educators to teach reading more effectively. Additionally\, she is the co-author of Pearson’s Exceptional Learners\, a definitive textbook widely used in teacher preparation programs nationwide. \nShe is a sought-after advisor and supports major state initiatives in Georgia at the Deal Center for Early Language and Literacy\, the Evidence Advocacy Center\, and the Kentucky Reading Research Center. Her experience includes serving as the Chief Academic Officer at the UF Lastinger Center for Learning and as a Professor at the University of Virginia. A classroom teacher for 12 years\, she holds a Ph.D. in special education from the University of Florida.  \n \nAbout the Moderator \nDr. Katy Cortelyou is the Senior Regional Director for Collaborative Classroom. She has worked for over 20 years in Florida schools as a classroom teacher\, literacy coach\, reading interventionist\, and professional developer. Dr. Cortelyou earned her Ed.D. in curriculum and instruction from the University of Central Florida. Her research efforts focused on the role of teacher knowledge and the teaching of primary-level\, at-risk readers. She also holds National Board Certification as an Early Childhood Generalist. Dr. Cortelyou is passionate about working alongside educators to deepen professional practices that inspire student learning. \nJoin the Teaching Reading & Writing community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \n\n\n \n \n Collaborative Classroom is a mission-driven\, nonprofit organization providing evidence-based\, classroom-tested solutions for early childhood through grade 12. We are your partner in ensuring all children become fluent readers\, skilled writers\, and critical thinkers who learn from and respect one another. Our programs\, products\, and professional learning empower educators to grow their teaching practices and create the conditions for authentic\, student-centered learning. URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/teach2read20260212/ CATEGORIES:Literacy,Professional Development,Science of Learning,Science of Reading,Teaching Practice and Pedagogy ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://home.edweb.net/wp-content/uploads/20260212-teach2read-event.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260217T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260217T130000 DTSTAMP:20260219T182942Z CREATED:20251220T033159Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T182942Z UID:11144767-1771329600-1771333200@home.edweb.net SUMMARY:How Every Brain Learns Math: A Visual Pathway for All Learners DESCRIPTION:Presented by Nigel Nisbet\, Former Educator\, Current Vice President of Content Creation\, MIND Education; and Teri Malpass\, Principal\, Red Hill Elementary (CA)\nModerated by Jennifer Anderson\, Senior Manager\, Content Marketing\, MIND Education \nSponsored by MIND Education \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nHow do students across the learning continuum build meaningful\, lasting understanding in math? This first edWebinar of Math the Way Every Brain Learns: Engaging All Learners Week introduces the neuroscience behind visual-first\, spatial-temporal learning and reveals why instruction aligned to how the brain naturally learns creates powerful access points for all learners. \nViewers will see examples of students making sense of math through visuals\, feedback\, and exploration\, and hear how schools are using this approach to elevate engagement\, deepen thinking across diverse learner groups\, and improve student achievement. This recorded edWebinar is of interest to PreK-12 teachers\, school leaders\, district leaders\, and education technology leaders. \nThis edWebinar is part of Math the Way Every Brain Learns: Engaging All Learners Week. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nArmed with a mathematics degree and early success as a rock musician\, Nigel Nisbet moved to the U.S. to teach mathematics\, AP Physics\, and AP Computer Science at Van Nuys Senior High\, where he was a pioneer in integrating technology into the classroom. After a spell in district mathematics leadership at the Los Angeles Unified School District\, Nigel joined the nonprofit MIND Education team in the spring of 2010\, gave a TEDx talk on The Geometry of Chocolate in 2012\, and\, as the Vice President of Content Creation\, has written and talked extensively about his and MIND’s passion for teaching mathematics the way the brain learns. \n \nTeri Malpass is an experienced educational leader whose career reflects a longstanding commitment to high-quality mathematics instruction\, student perseverance\, and deep conceptual understanding through ST Math and Cognitively Guided Instruction (CGI). With decades of experience across multiple roles\, she brings a practical\, student-centered approach to instructional leadership\, grounded in rich classroom practice. \nTeri began her career in 1998 as a first-grade teacher\, where she first implemented ST Math as a core instructional tool. Over her many years in the primary classroom\, she saw firsthand how visual reasoning\, problem solving\, and productive struggle helped students build strong mathematical foundations and confidence. Her success in early elementary settings led to expanded leadership opportunities\, including serving as a district mathematics Teacher on Special Assignment (TOSA) and later teaching middle school mathematics in grades 6–8\, where ST Math continued to support deeper conceptual understanding at higher levels. \nAs a math coach and TOSA\, Teri collaborated closely with educators to strengthen mathematical instruction across classrooms. She emphasized key elements of effective ST Math implementation—student discourse\, productive struggle\, and perseverance—to build systemwide capacity for rigorous\, conceptually focused math teaching. Her leadership continued to grow as she transitioned into administration as an assistant principal\, where she leveraged ST Math as a strategic tool to improve student outcomes and promote equitable access to high-quality mathematics instruction. \nTeri now serves as Principal of Red Hill Elementary School in the Tustin Unified School District\, currently in her fourth year in the role. Her work is further enriched by her perspective as a parent of two children who used ST Math from kindergarten through fifth grade\, reinforcing her belief in the power of persistence and the value of learning through challenge. Across every role\, Teri has remained dedicated to cultivating mathematical reasoning\, fostering perseverance\, and ensuring that all students experience meaningful\, empowering learning. \n \nAbout the Moderator \nJennifer Anderson is the Senior Manager of Content Marketing at MIND Education. Passionate about education\, she focuses on fostering engagement and building meaningful connections. Through compelling narratives and innovative programs\, Jennifer strives to empower educators and enrich students’ learning experiences. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Math the Way the Brain Learns community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, and receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars. \n\nMIND Education’s math curriculum solutions build conceptual understanding—at scale. Designed to meet students where they are\, these programs invite all learners into math in a way that feels natural\, intuitive\, and empowering—while delivering results proven in classrooms across the country. URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/mindeducation20260217/ CATEGORIES:Brain and Learning,Mathematics ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://home.edweb.net/wp-content/uploads/20260217-mindeducation-event.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260217T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260217T170000 DTSTAMP:20260223T165223Z CREATED:20260204T055851Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T165223Z UID:11599209-1771344000-1771347600@home.edweb.net SUMMARY:Stevie Van Zandt Discusses Jimi Hendrix’s Legacy in the Classroom + Tips for Teaching This Tomorrow DESCRIPTION:Presented by Stevie Van Zandt\, Founder\, TeachRock.org; Henry Mills\, English Teacher\, New York City Charter School of the Arts (NY); Ruaridh Pattison\, Music Technology Teaching Artist and Band Director\, New York City Charter School of the Arts (NY); Christian Black\, Humanities Teacher\, New York City Charter School of the Arts (NY); and Gina Machado\, Former New York City Public School Teacher\, Current Director of Programs and Partnerships\, TeachRock \nSponsored by TeachRock \nWatch the RecordingListen to the Podcast \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nRock and Roll Hall of Famer Stevie Van Zandt joins us for a special conversation about Jimi Hendrix’s enduring influence on music and culture. \nIn this edWebinar\, viewers learn how to engage students in examining genre blending\, creative risk taking\, and finding one’s unique voice through the iconic life and work of Jimi Hendrix. \nPlus\, we walk through a complete free TeachRock lesson to help bring this story to life in the classroom\, including video analysis of Hendrix’s performances\, exploration of 1960s music technology\, and the culminating student project where learners create their own musical identity presentations. \nPerfect for middle and high school social studies and music teachers\, this session demonstrates how Hendrix’s merger of Blues\, Rock\, Psychedelia\, and R&B provides a powerful framework for discussing innovation across disciplines. You leave with ready-to-use resources\, including video clips\, graphic organizers\, and a hands-on guitar effects simulator that brings the 1960s music revolution into your classroom. \nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to middle and high school teachers\, especially those teaching social studies and music\, librarians\, school leaders\, and district leaders. \nView all of the recent TeachRock edWebinars. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nStevie Van Zandt is a musician\, performer\, songwriter\, arranger\, music producer\, music supervisor\, TV producer\, actor\, director\, Broadway producer\, TV and film composer\, live event producer\, international DJ\, activist\, historian\, teacher\, member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame\, and recognized internationally as one of the world’s foremost authorities on both Contemporary and Traditional Rock and Roll. \n“He’s not the only one\, nor the oldest\, nor the richest. But Little Stevie Van Zandt might currently be the planet’s most charismatic\, dedicated and visible crusader scrapping to preserve the dirty purity of Rock ‘n Roll.” – BruceSpringsteen.net \n“I know it sounds a bit silly but I do believe Rock and Roll can change the world. It’s about bands\, and that for me suggests brotherhood\, family\, friendship\, and community” – Stevie Van Zandt \nLearn more about Stevie Van Zandt here. \n \nHenry Mills is the seventh-grade English teacher at CSA. He brings to the classroom his experiences as a touring artist\, published writer\, and performer in theater productions\, in hopes of creating a space where his students can hone their voices both on the page and on stage. Ultimately\, the goal is to nurture young people to recognize themselves as creative and engaged citizens of the world. \n \nRuaridh Pattison is a Music Technology Teaching Artist and Band Director at the New York City Charter School of the Arts\, where he leads the 6–8 Music Technology program and directs the CSA Band. Since 2017\, he has developed a comprehensive middle school music technology program\, centered on digital composition and production. \nHe holds a Bachelor of Music from the Guildhall School of Music & Drama and a Master of Music from The Juilliard School\, both in Jazz Saxophone\, and is an active professional musician performing in the New York jazz and pop scene. \nHis work focuses on empowering students to express themselves through digital music-making. By helping students build a strong understanding of how music works alongside practical fluency with tools such as Soundtrap\, he aims to equip young musicians with the skills and confidence to create original work with clarity and independence. \n \nChristian Black is a sixth-grade Humanities ICT Teacher at New York City Charter School of the Arts\, where he assists in the development of an arts-integrated History and English curriculum. \nHe holds a Bachelor of Arts in English and African American Studies from Wesleyan University and a Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering and Materials Science from Yale University. He has also performed across New York City as a solo performer and as a member of the bands Heroes Are Gang Leaders and Bright Dog Red as a vocalist and poet. \nHis work as an educator is centered around improving student engagement by making curricula more accessible with art. \n \nGina Machado is the Director of Programs and Partnerships at TeachRock\, where she leads the development of an arts-integrated social and emotional learning program and designs and facilitates professional development initiatives nationwide. Drawing from her foundational experience as a classroom educator in The Bronx\, New York\, and her master’s degrees in special education and educational leadership\, Gina supports educators across the United States in implementing TeachRock’s innovative curriculum and pedagogical approaches. An educator at heart with extensive experience working with students of various levels and abilities\, Gina’s passion lies in developing creative ways to engage all learners while strengthening meaningful student-teacher relationships. \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nJoin the Music in Education community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\nLaunched by Stevie Van Zandt and the Founders Board of Bono\, Jackson Browne\, Martin Scorsese\, and Bruce Springsteen\, TeachRock.org provides free\, standards-aligned resources that use music to help K-12 students succeed in science\, math\, social studies\, language arts\, and more. URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/musiced20260217/ CATEGORIES:Arts in Education,Multicultural Learning,Music,Social Studies and Civics,Student Engagement and Motivation,TeachRock ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://home.edweb.net/wp-content/uploads/20260217-musiced-event.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260218T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260218T130000 DTSTAMP:20260223T165301Z CREATED:20251220T035155Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T165301Z UID:11145712-1771416000-1771419600@home.edweb.net SUMMARY:Inclusive Math Talk: Creating a Classroom Culture Where Every Learner Contributes DESCRIPTION:Presented by Ki Karou\, Senior Director of Product and Learning\, MIND Education; Abigail L. Geisel\, Instructional Mathematics Coach\, Linden Public Schools (NJ); and Claudia Dolan\, Instructional Mathematics Coach\, Linden Public Schools (NJ)\nModerated by Jennifer Anderson\, Senior Manager\, Content Marketing\, MIND Education \nSponsored by MIND Education \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nWhen math class becomes a space for sense-making rather than answer-getting\, every learner finds a way in. This second edWebinar of Math the Way Every Brain Learns: Engaging All Learners Week explores how to build discourse structures that invite all students—quiet thinkers\, multilingual learners\, struggling students\, and gifted problem solvers—to express ideas\, test strategies\, and learn from one another. \nEducators learn simple routines that reduce cognitive load\, lift student agency\, and strengthen classroom community through shared mathematical thinking. Real classroom stories highlight the impact of inclusive math talk on learners across the spectrum. This recorded edWebinar is of interest to PreK-12 teachers\, school leaders\, district leaders\, and education technology leaders. \nThis edWebinar is part of Math the Way Every Brain Learns: Engaging All Learners Week. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nAs Senior Director of Product and Learning for MIND Education\, Ki Karou leads a team of learning and game designers\, artists\, and mathematicians developing the next generation of ST Math interactive programs. Ki has been designing neuroscience-driven edtech solutions for over a decade. Prior to joining MIND\, he founded Beyond Math\, an education company focused on teaching math in unique and non-traditional ways. Ki has spoken at SXSWedu and written articles published in Huffington Post. He has a bachelor’s in engineering from the University of California\, Berkeley. \n \nAbi Geisel is an Instructional Mathematics Coach for the Linden Public School District in Linden\, New Jersey. She supports teachers and students in kindergarten through fifth grade. Linden Public School District implemented ST Math three years ago through a grant with Phillips 66. Abi enjoys modeling Puzzle Talks in classrooms to encourage mathematical discourse and support conceptual understanding through visuals. \n \nClaudia Dolan is an Instructional Mathematics Coach for the Linden Public School District in Linden\, New Jersey. She supports teachers and students in kindergarten through fifth grade. Linden Public School District implemented ST Math three years ago through a grant with Phillips 66. Claudia is passionate about using ST Math to enhance instruction. \n \nAbout the Moderator \nJennifer Anderson is the Senior Manager of Content Marketing at MIND Education. Passionate about education\, she focuses on fostering engagement and building meaningful connections. Through compelling narratives and innovative programs\, Jennifer strives to empower educators and enrich students’ learning experiences. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Math the Way the Brain Learns community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, and receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars. \n\nMIND Education’s math curriculum solutions build conceptual understanding—at scale. Designed to meet students where they are\, these programs invite all learners into math in a way that feels natural\, intuitive\, and empowering—while delivering results proven in classrooms across the country. URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/mindeducation20260218/ CATEGORIES:Inclusive Education,Mathematics,Student Engagement and Motivation ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://home.edweb.net/wp-content/uploads/20260218-mindeducation-event.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260218T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260218T170000 DTSTAMP:20260218T215630Z CREATED:20260204T163651Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T215630Z UID:11603816-1771430400-1771434000@home.edweb.net SUMMARY:We Can Teach Hard Things\, Like Civil Rights DESCRIPTION:Presented by Shari Conditt\, Social Studies Teacher and Instructional Coach\, Woodland High School (WA); Marc Turner\, Social Studies Teacher\, Spring Hill High School (SC); Dr. Emma Humphries\, Chief Education Officer\, iCivics; and Emeka Barclay\, Former Teacher\, Current Curriculum Associate\, iCivics \nSponsored by iCivics \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nThe growing political divide in our communities has made conversations about civil rights feel especially complex—and at times daunting—for educators. Yet civil rights are foundational to understanding our democracy and our shared civic responsibilities. Students deserve opportunities to explore how the United States has defined\, expanded\, challenged\, and debated civil rights from the nation’s founding to the present day. \nIn this edWebinar\, iCivics invites educators to engage in a thoughtful\, practical discussion about teaching civil rights across U.S. history. This session goes beyond a single era or movement\, examining how civil rights have been addressed through the Constitution\, landmark amendments\, court cases\, legislation\, and ongoing civic debates. Together\, we explore how questions of rights\, liberty\, and plurality have evolved\, and why those conversations still matter in classrooms today. \nYou hear from educators working across political\, geographic\, and socioeconomic contexts who are navigating similar challenges and uncertainties. Learn strategies for fostering civil dialogue\, grounding instruction in historical evidence\, and helping students grapple with complex issues. Leave with classroom-ready tools\, renewed confidence\, and the reassurance that you are not alone in teaching these essential civic concepts. This recorded edWebinar is of interest to K-12 teachers\, librarians\, school leaders\, and district leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nShari Conditt is a 26-year teaching veteran\, serving as a Social Studies Teacher and Instructional Coach at Woodland High School in Woodland\, Washington. Shari has served as a member of the iCivics EdNet for five years. She is the recipient of the Sandra Day O’Connor Prize for Excellence in Teaching Civics and was the 2024 Bill of Rights Institute National Civics Teacher of the Year. Outside of school\, she serves as an Adjunct Professor at Washington State University Vancouver\, teaching the Social Studies/History Methods course to pre-service teachers. Shari’s work is guided by the belief that civic virtue and civic engagement create opportunities for advocacy and change. To that end\, she works with students\, colleagues\, and her community so that they\, too\, can become catalysts in our American democracy. \n\n \nMarc Turner is an iCivics EdNet member who teaches U.S. History\, U.S. Government\, and Macroeconomics at the AP\, Honors\, and College Prep levels at Spring Hill High School in Chapin\, South Carolina. He serves as the K-12 Representative on the National Council for the Social Studies Board of Directors. He is the Immediate Past President of the South Carolina Council for Social Studies and the Chair of the South Carolina Council for History Education. \n \nDr. Emma Humphries is the Chief Education Officer for iCivics\, where she leads their organizational research agenda\, serves as a leading brand ambassador\, and ensures the academic integrity of all instructional materials. \n \nEmeka Barclay is a Curriculum Associate at iCivics with more than 25 years in education. She served as a teacher\, a standards and curriculum writer\, a Dynamic Learning Project technology and learning coach\, a coordinator\, a diversity and equity trainer\, a district teacher leader\, a standards coach\, a dean of students\, and performed other duties as assigned. Believing that education was just a foundational support to help children and families\, she also served for several years as a court-appointed juvenile advocate and language tutor. Her desire to be an educator stems from a long history of witnessing educators serve the community. \n\nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nJoin the K-12 Social Studies and Civics community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\n \nFounded in 2009 by Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O’Connor\, iCivics is a nonpartisan organization dedicated to advancing civic learning by providing educators and students with the knowledge and skills needed to embrace and engage in our civic life together. \nFrom educational games and short-form materials to comprehensive inquiry-based curricula\, our engaging resources encourage students to interact with complex concepts in ways they can understand and relate to. With a library of 300+ free\, high-quality\, and customizable resources\, we have just what you need to spark student interest and engagement in civics. URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/socialstudies20260218/ CATEGORIES:Equity,Ethics,Multicultural Learning,Social Studies and Civics ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://home.edweb.net/wp-content/uploads/20260218-socialstudies-event.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260218T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260218T180000 DTSTAMP:20260218T224412Z CREATED:20260121T033051Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T224412Z UID:11395123-1771434000-1771437600@home.edweb.net SUMMARY:Charting Career Pathways: Coaching Students for Success in Maritime Manufacturing DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dr. Michael Briscoe\, University Partnerships Subject Matter Expert\, U.S. Navy Maritime Industrial Base Program; Eric Linn Jr.\, Senior Director\, ATDM Operations and Engineering\, Accelerated Training in Defense Manufacturing (ATDM); and Ron Sizer\, Project Director of Advanced Manufacturing\, Career and Advanced Technology Center\, Community College of Philadelphia \nSponsored by BuildSubmarines.com \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nThis edWebinar is designed for K–12 and post-secondary school counselors\, career coaches\, educators\, and student success specialists who support learners exploring future pathways. The goal of this session is to strengthen career literacy by equipping career development professionals with the knowledge\, language\, and frameworks needed to help students connect their interests and skills to meaningful careers within the maritime manufacturing ecosystem. \n\nViewers gain a clear understanding of maritime manufacturing as an “industry of industries\,” encompassing design\, skilled trades\, technology\, supply chain\, and business careers nationwide. The presenters highlight the interconnected skills that come together to build and sustain ships and submarines critical to national defense\, innovation\, and economic resilience. \nLearning objectives include understanding how to scaffold career coaching from early curiosity through post-secondary transition\, applying developmentally appropriate coaching strategies at each educational stage\, and using inclusive\, purpose-driven language that affirms the value of all education and training pathways. Viewers also explore practical strategies for serving as connectors between students\, education systems\, and industry partners. \nViewers leave with actionable tools\, shared language\, and renewed confidence to guide students toward informed\, empowering\, and purpose-aligned career journeys. This recorded edWebinar is of interest to K–12 and post-secondary educators\, school leaders\, school counselors\, career coaches\, and student success specialists. \n \n\n \nAbout the Presenters \nDr. Mike Briscoe is the Maritime Industrial Base Program Workforce Team’s University Partnerships Subject Matter Expert and the Educator-in-Residence at the American Society of Naval Engineers. He runs edMe Learning\, an education content development company\, and has worked across the K-12 and university landscape. \n \nEric Linn Jr. grew up in the Philadelphia area and holds a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from the University of Maryland and a Master of Business Administration from Wake Forest University. He has over 24 years of experience in engineering\, including roles in design and leadership of global teams across engineering and operations. His career has spanned organizations such as the Naval Surface Warfare Center\, Honeywell\, Xylem\, and 3D Systems. Today\, he serves as the Senior Director of Operations and Engineering at ATDM\, or Accelerated Training in Defense Manufacturing\, a skilled trades training facility currently supported by the U.S. Navy. \n \nRon Sizer is a Philadelphia native\, machinist\, educator\, and the Director of Advanced Manufacturing at the Community College of Philadelphia. He began working with machining and welding as a child under the guidance of his father and grandfather\, and went on to build a strong industry career\, earning certifications at the National Center for Defense Manufacturing and Machining and working on Navy contracts\, producing parts for submarines and aircraft carriers. Before joining CCP\, Ron taught Precision Machine Tool Technology at Benjamin Franklin High School\, the only program of its kind in the Philadelphia School District\, where he helped students earn industry credentials and launch careers in advanced manufacturing. Ron’s work focuses on creating meaningful education-to-career pathways and increasing access for students from diverse backgrounds into high-skill\, mission-critical careers\, including those connected to the U.S. Navy and national defense workforce. \n\nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nJoin the College\, Career\, and Life Readiness community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\n\nBuildSubmarines.com serves as the central hub for recruiting the 140\,000+ workers needed to build and sustain the U.S. Navy’s fleet of nuclear-powered submarines. This platform connects individuals with stable\, impactful career opportunities that directly contribute to the Navy’s ambitious goal of adding three submarines—one Columbia-Class and two Virginia-Class—through its “1+2” plan. URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/ccss20260218/ CATEGORIES:Career Education,College and Career Readiness,Engineering,Science,STEM/STEAM ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://home.edweb.net/wp-content/uploads/20260218-ccss-event.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T130000 DTSTAMP:20260219T182925Z CREATED:20251220T042729Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T182925Z UID:11146335-1771502400-1771506000@home.edweb.net SUMMARY:Play as the Equalizer in Math: Universal Entry Points Into Deep Mathematical Thinking DESCRIPTION:Presented by Brandon Smith\, Former Educator\, Current Director of Outreach Mathematics\, MIND Education; and Jazmin M. Quiles\, Instructional Mathematics Coach\, Linden Public Schools (NJ)\nModerated by Jennifer Anderson\, Senior Manager\, Content Marketing\, MIND Education \nSponsored by MIND Education \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nPlay is a universal language\, and one of the most powerful tools for opening math to every learner. This third edWebinar of Math the Way Every Brain Learns: Engaging All Learners Week highlights how puzzle-driven\, exploratory learning creates low-floor/high-ceiling entry points that support students who need more scaffolding while offering rich challenge for those ready to stretch. \nViewers see how play lowers stress\, fuels curiosity\, and drives deep reasoning for learners of all profiles\, from those who typically struggle to those who crave greater complexity. Practical strategies and real classroom examples will bring the power of play to life. This recorded edWebinar is of interest to PreK-12 teachers\, school leaders\, district leaders\, and education technology leaders. \nThis edWebinar is part of Math the Way Every Brain Learns: Engaging All Learners Week. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nBrandon Smith is the Director of Outreach Mathematics at MIND Education\, where he creates experiential learning programs for people of all ages\, both in and out of the classroom—including two that are patent pending. Over the past several years\, he has focused on developing innovative projects to close what he calls the math “experience gap\,” where children have insufficient exposure to math in their daily lives. These projects include interactive exhibits and games for math fairs\, math camps\, and family math nights. Early in his career at MIND\, he designed mathematical requirements for the game-based ST Math® software and led the national roll-out of the sixth-grade ST Math curriculum. Brandon co-authored a paper in Cognitive Research: Principles and Implications and has written for the Huffington Post and presented at ISTE. Prior to joining MIND\, Brandon was a college instructor\, where he won an outstanding teacher award and was an educational liaison for the City of Costa Mesa to Windham\, Australia. Brandon has a bachelor’s in math and two master’s degrees in pure and applied mathematics. In his spare time\, Brandon enjoys piloting planes. \n \nJazmin Quiles is a Math Instructional Coach at Linden Public Schools with 12 years of experience in education. She works closely with teachers and students in grades K–5 to support strong math instruction. \n \nAbout the Moderator \nJennifer Anderson is the Senior Manager of Content Marketing at MIND Education. Passionate about education\, she focuses on fostering engagement and building meaningful connections. Through compelling narratives and innovative programs\, Jennifer strives to empower educators and enrich students’ learning experiences. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Math the Way the Brain Learns community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, and receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars. \n\nMIND Education’s math curriculum solutions build conceptual understanding—at scale. Designed to meet students where they are\, these programs invite all learners into math in a way that feels natural\, intuitive\, and empowering—while delivering results proven in classrooms across the country. URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/mindeducation20260219/ CATEGORIES:Game-Based Learning,Mathematics,Play-Based Learning ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://home.edweb.net/wp-content/uploads/20260219-mindeducation-event.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T150000 DTSTAMP:20260618T174326Z CREATED:20260204T225246Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T174326Z UID:11609253-1771509600-1771513200@home.edweb.net SUMMARY:Closing the Attendance Impact Gap Part 2: 3 Steps to Maximize Return on Attendance\, and What Absence Really Costs DESCRIPTION:Presented by Kate Pechacek\, Former Teacher\, Current K12 Strategic Consultant\, No Isolation; Carsten Apsel\, Head of School\, German International School Washington D.C. (MD); and Roland Jones\, Former Teacher\, Current K12 Partnerships\, No Isolation \nSponsored by No Isolation \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nWhen student attendance declines\, the impact extends far beyond individual classrooms. Absence creates a ripple effect across entire school systems\, affecting student learning and well-being\, educator capacity\, school culture\, community trust\, and district finances. \nIn this second edWebinar in the four-part Closing the Attendance Impact Gap series\, we examine attendance not as a compliance issue\, but as a systems challenge with compounding costs. Missed instructional time leads to learning gaps that require additional intervention. Inconsistent attendance strains teachers and support staff. Over time\, chronic absence can weaken school culture\, erode family trust\, and influence enrollment and funding stability. \nDrawing on research and the real-world experience of school leaders\, this edWebinar helps viewers understand where the true costs of absence show up\, and why reactive approaches often fall short. A practicing school leader shares firsthand insights into how attendance challenges affect students\, staff\, and operations\, and what has made a meaningful difference in practice. \nViewers are also introduced to three strategic moves districts can make to maximize their “return on attendance” by strengthening prevention\, improving cross-department coordination\, and aligning family engagement with attendance goals. \nViewers leave with a clearer understanding of how attendance impacts funding in their state\, how it connects to academic and operational outcomes\, and practical strategies to address attendance in ways that deliver benefits far beyond daily counts. This recorded edWebinar is of interest to teachers\, school leaders\, and district leaders of all grade levels. \nView part one: 5 Gap-Filling Strategies for Solving the Attendance Paradox\nView part three: 3 Strategies to Build Belonging – the Key to Attendance Today and Every Day After\nView part four: Completing the Missing Pieces of Your Attendance System \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nKate Pechacek serves as a K–12 Strategic Advisor to systems-improving education technology organizations and school districts\, including No Isolation\, and is the founder and CEO of OpendoorsEd. She began her 30-year career in education as a secondary mathematics teacher\, serving for 15 years before holding multiple site- and district-level leadership roles in curriculum\, instruction\, assessment\, and MTSS across districts nationwide. She then spent nearly a decade in education technology before founding OpendoorsEd. Kate is an internationally recognized speaker\, including at the 2025 World Inclusion Congress in Almaty\, Kazakhstan\, and is passionate about systemic school improvement. \n \nCarsten Apsel is the Head of School (Schulleiter) at the German International School Washington D.C.\, where he has served since 2022. He brings over two decades of experience as a school leader and educator in both Germany and the United States. Prior to relocating to the U.S.\, Carsten spent nine years as Head of School at Lessing-Gymnasium Norderstedt in Germany\, following earlier roles as deputy head and classroom teacher. His leadership experience spans school operations\, instructional quality\, and student well-being. Carsten is deeply committed to inclusive learning environments and to finding practical\, human-centered solutions that keep students connected to school—even during periods of absence. \n \nRoland Jones brings a unique perspective to educational innovation\, bridging formal teaching credentials with deep expertise in technology adoption and digital transformation. A licensed educator with a Bachelor of Science in Music Education from the University of Missouri\, Roland’s educational journey spans two continents—having studied in both the United States and Australia at the University of Sydney’s Conservatorium of Music. With over 20 years driving technology solutions\, Roland has specialized in helping institutions navigate complex digital transformations and maximize the value of innovative platforms. \nHis experience ranges from facilitating strategic change initiatives to partnering with organizations on solutions that drive measurable outcomes\, including his current role leading new K12 partnerships for No Isolation. As a parent and former educator\, Roland understands firsthand the critical importance of student engagement and attendance. He’s passionate about how technology can remove barriers to learning and create inclusive classroom environments where every student can participate fully\, regardless of physical presence. \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nJoin the Creating a Positive School Climate community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\n \nNo Isolation is a mission-driven technology company dedicated to combating loneliness and social exclusion through human-centered innovation. Founded in Norway\, the company designs communication tools that bridge gaps for individuals facing barriers to connection—especially young people unable to attend school due to illness\, mental health challenges\, or other circumstances. \nTheir flagship product\, the AV1 telepresence robot\, serves as a student’s eyes\, ears\, and voice in the classroom. Controlled remotely via a secure app\, AV1 enables students to participate in lessons and maintain vital social ties with classmates\, even from a hospital bed or home. \nUsed in over 2\,500 schools across 18 countries\, AV1 has supported more than 10\,000 students\, helping districts promote equity\, belonging\, and academic continuity. No Isolation also meets the highest standards of data security and privacy for students\, staff\, and families—making AV1 a trusted solution for inclusive education. Learn more at www.noisolation.com. \n\n \n  URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/positive20260219/ CATEGORIES:Absenteeism and Attendance,Family and Community Engagement,Leadership/Administration,School Culture/Climate ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://home.edweb.net/wp-content/uploads/20260219-positive-event.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T160000 DTSTAMP:20260921T141350Z CREATED:20260124T042336Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260921T141350Z UID:11498178-1771513200-1771516800@home.edweb.net SUMMARY:Boost Student Improvement and Rigor Districtwide with AI-Supported Instruction DESCRIPTION:Presented by Philip Misecko\, Ed.S.\, Assistant Superintendent\, Hanover Community School Corporation (IN); Keith Elsbree\, High School ELA Teacher\, Hanover Community School Corporation (IN); Michael Tinich\, SAT Math Teacher\, Hanover Community School Corporation (IN); Melissa Walley\, IT Instruction Coach\, Hanover Community School Corporation (IN); and Rachel Anderson\, Professional Learning Specialist\, Khan Academy \nSponsored by Khan Academy Districts \nWatch the Recording Listen to the Podcast Read the Article \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nThis edLeader Panel shares a practical\, classroom-grounded model for using AI-supported instruction to strengthen math and ELA rigor at the high school level\, while preserving teacher expertise and aligning to district goals. \nViewers learn how Hanover Community School Corporation is using AI to support SAT Math and SAT Reading and Writing for juniors at Hanover Central High School. Teachers Keith Elsbree (high school ELA) and Michael Tinich (SAT Math) explain how they assign targeted practice\, monitor progress\, and use AI-assisted feedback to increase consistency and instructional rigor across subject areas. \nThe session highlights how SAT Prep is embedded into junior schedules\, using Khan Academy’s newly reimagined\, free-for-teachers platform to drive motivations with gems\, particularly for students in CTE pathways\, where college-focused prep can be challenging to prioritize. Khan Academy provides a free\, research-proven\, AI-enhanced personalized learning system to accelerate mastery (with an enterprise-level version available for districts\, offering comprehensive analytics and dedicated support). \nKeith also shares how he uses AI-supported writing feedback in ELA\, including in a team-taught special education classroom\, to increase meaningful revision cycles without adding to teacher workload. System-level perspectives from Melissa Walley\, IT Instructional Coach\, and Philip Misecko\, Ed.S.\, Assistant Superintendent\, address leadership decisions\, policy alignment\, and change-management considerations. \nViewers leave with concrete examples\, leadership insights\, and a clear roadmap for using AI to enhance math and ELA instruction so that every student improves and graduates. This recorded edLeader Panel is of interest to middle and high school district leaders\, school leaders\, and education technology leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nPhil Misecko joined the Hanover family in 2022 as the new Principal of Jane Ball Elementary School. He moved into the role of Assistant Superintendent/Director of Curriculum and Instruction in 2023. He taught sixth grade at Hobart Middle School for 10 years. He was an assistant principal at the middle school and high school levels and has been a principal at the middle school and elementary school levels. Phil received his bachelor’s degree in elementary education from Purdue\, his master’s in educational administration\, and his Ed.S. from Indiana State University. \n \nKeith Elsbree grew up in the Catskill Mountains of Upstate New York and then attended Monmouth University on the Jersey Shore in West Long Branch\, NJ. Keith began his teaching career in DeSoto County\, Florida\, at DeSoto Middle School\, teaching seventh- and eighth-grade ELA. He then spent 15 years at Sarasota High School in Sarasota\, FL\, teaching English\, journalism\, and media studies. Keith and his wife\, Dawn\, relocated to NW Indiana to be near Dawn’s family in the summer of 2020. Since then\, Keith has been teaching 10th-grade English and evaluating ELA testing data at Hanover Central High School in Cedar Lake\, IN. Keith is also the girls golf coach and assistant girls basketball coach at HCHS. \n \nMichael Tinich is a dedicated math and science educator at Hanover Central High School with 10 years of classroom experience and a strong passion for instructional technology. He holds a bachelor’s degree in applied mathematics from Purdue University and integrates technology into his teaching on a daily basis to enhance student engagement and deepen conceptual understanding. Michael has presented at multiple technology conferences\, sharing best practices for meaningful classroom integration using the SAMR model. Prior to Hanover Central\, his teaching experience includes Rensselaer Central High School\, Klondike Middle School\, and Twin Lakes High School. Through his work\, Michael focuses on leveraging technology to transform instruction\, strengthen problem-solving skills\, and prepare students for success in a modern\, STEM-focused learning environment. \n \nMelissa Walley is the Educational Technology Specialist for Hanover Community School Corporation\, located in Cedar Lake\, Indiana. She has 25 years of experience in education and is an ISTE Certified Educator. Melissa has teaching experience in kindergarten through third grade and also has experience as an elementary school principal. In her current role with Hanover Community Schools\, she oversees the elementary computer science curriculum and programming for the district\, as well as secondary instructional technology coaching. In this role\, she assists staff in using technology to support their learners in meaningful ways. Melissa is a Board Member for Hoosier Educational Computer Coordinators (HECC) and is a member of Indiana Connected Educators and ISTE. She also serves as an Innovation Coach for Keep Indiana Learning. Her goal is to support all educators and help them step out of their comfort zones. \n \nLearning and teaching are what Rachel Anderson does best. As a professional educator\, she is driven by a deep curiosity for new ideas and a commitment to breaking down complex concepts so others can truly understand them. Clear\, effective communication sits at the center of every learning experience she designs and delivers. Rachel’s career spans three closely connected areas: education\, communication\, and sales. She brings over ten years of secondary classroom teaching experience in English\, Spanish\, and college-level speech. She now serves as a Professional Learning Specialist at Khan Academy\, where she supports educators through meaningful\, practical professional learning. Rachel has also spent eight years coaching competitive Speech & Debate\, serving as a program director\, and tutoring students in writing and English as a second language. \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nJoin the Accelerate Learning community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, and receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars. \n\n \nKhan Academy is a nonprofit organization with a simple mission: to provide a free\, world-class education for anyone\, anywhere. We create trusted\, high-quality learning resources that help students build deep understanding\, confidence\, and a love of learning across subjects like math\, science\, and more. \nKhan Academy Districts extends this mission by partnering with school systems to support teaching and learning at scale through AI-enhanced mastery learning. We work alongside district leaders and educators to provide standards-aligned content\, actionable insights\, and intelligent tools that help every student make progress—without adding burden to teachers. \nStudents learn at their own pace with support tailored to their needs\, teachers gain clearer visibility into learning gaps\, and districts benefit from a consistent\, research-based approach to instructional improvement. Everything we build is grounded in educator input and real classroom needs\, so schools can focus less on systems and more on helping every learner grow. URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/accelerate20260219/ CATEGORIES:Artificial Intelligence,CTE: Career and Tech Ed,edLeader Panel,English, Language Arts, Writing,Mathematics,Student Achievement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://home.edweb.net/wp-content/uploads/20260219-accelerate-event_panel.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260219T180000 DTSTAMP:20260921T141411Z CREATED:20260126T212208Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260921T141411Z UID:11520690-1771520400-1771524000@home.edweb.net SUMMARY:Support Student Well-Being Through Focused Learning and Meaningful Human Connection DESCRIPTION:Presented by Julie A. Vitale\, Ph.D.\, Superintendent of Schools\, Oceanside Unified School District (CA); April M. Moore\, Ed.D.\, Superintendent\, Sierra Sands Unified School District (CA); Jennifer Andrulewicz\, M.S.Ed.\, Chief Growth Officer\, Generation Faraday; and Katey Secrist\, Account Executive\, West\, Generation Faraday \nSponsored by Generation Faraday \nWatch the RecordingListen to the PodcastRead the Article \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nToday’s schools are navigating a complex learning environment shaped by constant connectivity\, rising student stress\, and increasing demands on educators. Creating conditions where students can focus deeply\, engage authentically\, and build meaningful human connections has become both more challenging—and more essential—than ever. \nThis edLeader Panel explores how school leaders can intentionally design learning environments that support student focus\, well-being\, and connection while addressing the realities of modern technology use. Drawing on research\, district leadership experience\, and practical implementation examples\, the panelists examine how distractions\, digital habits\, and schoolwide systems influence learning\, classroom culture\, and student mental health. \nViewers explore key insights related to attention\, anxiety\, engagement\, and emotional well-being\, and consider how continuous access to smartphones and digital content shapes students’ school experiences. This session emphasizes that supporting student wellness requires thoughtful\, context-specific strategies and examine how schools incorporate structured phone management as one element of a comprehensive effort to reduce distractions and promote healthier learning environments. District leadership perspectives share how intentional policies\, shared expectations\, and consistent phone-management practices can strengthen instructional focus\, improve school climate\, and support student well-being. \nViewers leave with a clearer framework for evaluating approaches that strengthen focus\, support student well-being\, and foster meaningful human connection—along with practical ideas adaptable to their own school communities. This recorded edLeader Panel is of interest to middle and high school teachers\, school leaders\, district leaders\, and education technology leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nJulie A. Vitale\, Ph.D.\, serves as Superintendent of the Oceanside Unified School District. She has held district and site leadership roles\, including assistant superintendent\, director\, high school principal\, assistant principal\, and teacher. Dr. Vitale earned her Ph.D. in urban educational administration from Claremont Graduate University\, along with graduate degrees from California State University San Bernardino and the University of La Verne. She teaches at Concordia University and helped design their Ed.D. program. \nA nationally recognized leader\, Dr. Vitale has received honors including Superintendent of the Year\, CGU’s Urban Leadership Alumni Achievement Award\, SDCOE’s Lighthouse Award for Equity\, and ERDI’s Resilient Leader Award. She serves on the AASA Governing Board and is a mentor to aspiring superintendents. Dr. Vitale has presented at national\, state\, and local conferences and is published on various topics\, including creating affirming schools for LGBTQ+ students and staff\, system reform\, and courageous leadership. \n \nDr. April Moore has worked in education for 27 years\, beginning as a high school English teacher. She then worked as an administrator for the county offices of Riverside and San Bernardino\, assisting schools and districts with educational technology and literacy. She served as a high school assistant principal\, coordinator of secondary education\, principal\, director\, and assistant superintendent prior to taking her current position as Superintendent. \nShe holds a Bachelor of Arts in English from Vanguard University\, a Master of Arts in Education with an emphasis in Instructional Technology from Chapman University\, and a Doctor of Education with an emphasis in K-12 Leadership from the University of Southern California. She is passionate about preparing all students to follow their dreams beyond high school. She has presented on the topics of dual enrollment and educational technology\, and has been an international presenter on the topics of digital badges and student assessment. \n \nJennifer Andrulewicz is a dynamic education technology leader with over 20 years of experience driving K–12 growth strategy\, global expansion\, and strategic partnerships. She currently serves as Chief Growth Officer at Generation Faraday\, where she leads initiatives focused on expanding impact\, partnerships\, and adoption across education markets. Prior to joining Generation Faraday\, she held executive roles at leading education companies\, including YONDR\, Britannica Education\, Teachstone\, Amplify\, and Pearson\, leading high-impact sales teams and scaling businesses across the U.S.\, Latin America\, and international markets. \nBeginning her career as a high school teacher and administrator\, Jennifer has remained deeply committed to education. She holds an M.S.Ed. in education administration from The Johns Hopkins University and a B.A. in Spanish literature from The Catholic University of America. Known for her expertise in K–12 leadership and global partnerships\, she continues to advance innovative\, equitable learning solutions worldwide. \n \nKatey Secrist is an education partnerships and sales professional committed to helping school communities create safer\, more focused learning environments. She serves as an Account Executive at Generation Faraday\, where she works with K–12 district leaders across the West Coast to support the adoption of signal-blocking solutions that reduce digital distractions and strengthen student engagement. \nKatey partners closely with educators and administrators to implement effective device-management strategies that foster healthier boundaries with technology and promote classroom success. Known for her collaborative approach and experience supporting districtwide initiatives\, she plays an important role in advancing efforts to improve focus\, school climate\, and student well-being. With a strong passion for education\, Katey brings a thoughtful\, practitioner-informed perspective to conversations about creating distraction-free learning environments. \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nJoin the Social-Emotional Learning community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, and receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars. \n\n \nGeneration Faraday is on a mission to create distraction-free environments where students\, educators\, and communities can thrive. At our core\, we design and deliver signal-blocking Faraday bags and solutions that eliminate smartphone distractions in schools\, homes\, and other shared spaces—helping learners stay focused\, engaged\, and present. By completely blocking cellular\, Wi-Fi\, and Bluetooth signals\, our technology enables schools to implement effective phone-free policies without taking devices away\, giving teachers more time to teach and students more opportunities to learn. Built on trusted signal-blocking technology used by law enforcement and military partners\, Generation Faraday products are proven tools for boosting classroom focus\, reducing conflicts\, and fostering healthier digital habits beyond the school day. Together with educators\, parents\, and partners\, we’re advancing a movement toward balanced technology use and more mindful learning environments. URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/sel20260219/ CATEGORIES:Culture of Belonging,edLeader Panel,Mental Health and Wellness,School Culture/Climate,Social-Emotional Learning ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://home.edweb.net/wp-content/uploads/20260219-positive-event_panel.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260223T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260223T130000 DTSTAMP:20260923T211306Z CREATED:20260205T040804Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260923T211306Z UID:11610646-1771848000-1771851600@home.edweb.net SUMMARY:Enhancing Writing and Communication Through Sentence Building: A Pedagogical Approach DESCRIPTION:Presented by Mindy Reifer\, MA\, Elementary and Middle School Principal\, ELA Specialist; Shanita Francis\, Social-Emotional Brain-Based Learning Consultant; Zisel Roth\, M.S.Ed.\, Grammar & Writing Curriculum Design Specialist\, Author of 20+ Instructional Texts for K-8; and Jennah Schuh\, M.Ed.\, SBL\, SDL\, Director of Education and Training\, Achieve \nSponsored by Triple C Writing \nThe session recording is no longer available. \nRead the Article\nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nThis dynamic edLeader Panel empowers educators to transform grammar instruction from abstract rules into meaningful\, practical writing skills. Viewers engage in a clear\, step-by-step process for crafting strong core sentences within an effective structural framework—and then expand those sentences into well-developed\, cohesive paragraphs. \nAs teachers experience this structured writing approach firsthand\, they actively apply grammar terminology in authentic contexts\, making it easier to translate these strategies directly into classroom instruction. The result is a practical\, adaptable method that supports language and communication skills across all student populations. \nBy the end of this edLeader Panel\, educators are able to: \n\nDistinguish between traditional grammar instruction and applied grammar strategies that promote authentic language development\nImplement effective techniques for teaching grammar in context rather than in isolation\nEvaluate and apply instructional tools that support sentence construction across multiple age groups and grade levels\nDesign inclusive writing lessons tailored to general education\, special education\, and ESL/ELL/ENL/ML learners\nUtilize practical resources that encourage ongoing writing practice\, reinforcement\, and skill transfer\n\nThis recorded edLeader Panel is of interest to K-12 teachers\, school leaders\, and district leaders. \nSee part two: Enhancing Writing and Communication Through Sentence Building: Teaching Complex Structures \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nMindy Reifer\, MA\, Principal of an NY K-8 private school\, uses her three decades of instructional experience\, educational leadership\, and extensive curriculum design to ensure that her students are ahead of the game. She monitors educational trends\, such as the use of AI\, and balances integrating them into evidence-based methodologies. Mindy began her career in education in the 1990s as a student aide for students with disabilities before working as a classroom teacher. Mindy advanced to become the ELA Curriculum Coordinator at a K-12 private school in Maryland before her current leadership role in Rockland County\, NY. Throughout her career\, Mindy insists on teaching every day even as she shares professional experience with the greater education community as an ELA instructor and teacher mentor focusing on curriculum implementation\, core comprehension\, technology in the classroom\, and grammar and writing skills. \n \nShanita Francis partners with schools and communities to build systems that work by aligning learning\, healing\, and culture. As an SEL Integration Coach and brain-based consultant\, she supports educators in embedding trauma-informed\, culturally responsive practices into everyday instruction—making change practical\, meaningful\, and lasting. \n \nZisel Roth\, M.S.Ed.\, has dedicated the past 20 years of her professional life to researching and authoring grammar and writing instructional materials. Zisel graduated college with an MS in special education. In her experience as a teacher\, she noted that the salient factor that impacts students’ ability to learn is their language proficiency and ability to communicate effectively. As such\, she focused intently on sharing the gift and joy of articulate communication with elementary and middle school students. Her goal is to provide them with a crucial foundation for success in school and beyond. \n \nJennah Schuh\, M.Ed.\, SLD\, has over two decades of experience educating children. Her career spans roles as a special education teacher\, school administrator\, and curriculum contributor\, where she has focused on creating inclusive learning environments and advancing effective educational practices. Jennah brings a deep understanding of student needs\, instructional design\, and organizational leadership to her work\, grounded in years of hands-on experience in schools and educational systems. \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nJoin the Teaching Reading and Writing community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\n \nTriple C Writing LLC provides a streamlined curriculum\, student resources\, and in-depth professional development to support all stages of elementary and middle school writing. Using evidence-based models\, Triple C Writing developed a pen-to-paper approach that is developmentally appropriate\, standards aligned\, and innovative to teach. \n \nStrides ABA in NY and NJ provides ABA services for neurodivergent children. \n \nWonDIRful Play DIR Floortime Therapy in NJ provides DIR Floortime Therapy for children with developmental delays in NJ\, MN\, and IL. URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/teach2read20260223/ CATEGORIES:Bilingual and Multilingual Language Acquisition,ELL/ESL Language Acquisition,English, Language Arts, Writing,Inclusive Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://home.edweb.net/wp-content/uploads/20260223-teach2read-event-v4.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260223T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260223T150000 DTSTAMP:20260223T194819Z CREATED:20260202T165208Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260223T194819Z UID:11574574-1771855200-1771858800@home.edweb.net SUMMARY:Forming Healthy Relationships in Our Always-Online World: What Every Kid Needs to Know DESCRIPTION:Presented by Jennifer Ehehalt\, Experienced Educator\, Senior Regional Manager\, Common Sense Education; and Tali Horowitz\, Experienced Educator\, East Coast Education Director\, Common Sense Education \nSponsored by Common Sense Education \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nIn today’s always-connected world\, students are forming relationships not only with people\, but also with devices\, platforms\, and digital identities. \nIn this edWebinar\, join Jennifer Ehehalt and Tali Horowitz from Common Sense Education as they examine the line between healthy appreciation of technology and unhealthy attachment to digital connections. Viewers explore how digital relationships can support learning and belonging—while also recognizing when they begin to interfere with emotional regulation\, attention\, and real-life relationships. \nEducators leave with age-appropriate strategies\, classroom language\, and reflection tools to help students develop balanced\, healthy connections both online and offline. This recorded edWebinar is of interest to K-12 teachers\, librarians\, and school leaders. \n\n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nAs Senior Regional Manager\, Jennifer Ehehalt designs and delivers high-quality professional development opportunities for educators across the country. She spotlights thought leaders by creating and moderating conversations on timely topics relevant to digital teaching and learning. When attending Jennifer’s edWeb sessions\, participants know they will leave with concrete strategies from the field\, including how to build a positive school culture\, use straightforward templates to guide challenging conversations\, and implement family engagement ideas. \n \nTali Horowitz is the East Coast Education Director at Common Sense Education\, where she works with educators and families to empower kids to meaningfully harness the power of media and technology for learning and life. She partners with state-level organizations\, school districts\, and community organizations to help integrate Common Sense Education resources. She provides educational leadership through consultation with school districts\, professional development (both in person and virtual)\, and conference presentations. Tali has been an educator for 20 years. Her passions include helping educators and families effectively navigate the digital world and building cultural competency. She has worked in a variety of educational settings\, including as an elementary school teacher in the New York City Department of Education and the San Francisco Unified School District. In 2013\, she received a Fulbright Fellowship to research culturally responsive pedagogy in New Zealand. In her free time\, she loves face-to-face interactions with friends and family. \n\nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nJoin the Digital Learning & Leadership community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\nCommon Sense Education develops high-quality digital citizenship programs and digital teaching resources\, providing educators and students with the digital learning tools they need to harness the power of technology for life. URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/commonsense20260223/ CATEGORIES:Digital Citizenship,Digital Literacy,Mental Health and Wellness,Social Media,Social-Emotional Learning ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://home.edweb.net/wp-content/uploads/20260223-commonsense-event.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T150000 DTSTAMP:20260921T141432Z CREATED:20260218T035658Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260921T141432Z UID:11704250-1771941600-1771945200@home.edweb.net SUMMARY:PLCs That Change Instruction: A Data-to-Action Playbook From the Field DESCRIPTION:Presented by Ursula Rockefeller\, Instructional Designer\, Falling Creek Middle School (VA); and Lisa Persinger\, Title 1 Math Coach\, Falling Creek Middle School (VA)\nModerated by Justin McElwee\, Enablement Manager\, Wayground (formerly Quizizz) \nSponsored by Wayground (formerly Quizizz) \nWatch the RecordingListen to the PodcastRead the Article \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nProfessional learning communities are most powerful when they are grounded in real classroom practice and designed to meet the needs of every learner\, but many schools struggle to move PLCs beyond informal collaboration and into consistent systems that improve instruction. \nIn this edLeader Panel\, educators from Falling Creek Middle School share how they built a practical\, sustainable PLC model in a large\, diverse\, Title I setting. Led by instructional designer Ursula Rockefeller and math coach Lisa Persinger\, the session explores how their teams use a two-meeting structure\, continuous assessment cycles\, and shared planning processes to turn data into action. \nViewers learn how Falling Creek organizes PLC time\, analyzes student evidence\, supports diverse learners\, and distributes instructional leadership across teams. The session introduces practical tools\, including a PLC Pathway framework and meeting template\, that help guide conversations and document impact. \nLearning objectives include: \n\nUnderstand how to structure PLC cycles for analysis and planning\nLearn how to use formative and summative data to guide instruction\nExplore systems for collaborative lesson design and intervention\nApply practical tools to improve PLC consistency and effectiveness\n\nViewers leave with concrete strategies and ready-to-use resources to strengthen collaboration\, support equity\, and make PLC time truly matter. This recorded edLeader Panel is of interest to elementary through high school teachers\, school leaders\, district leaders\, and education technology leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nUrsula Rockefeller is the Instructional Designer at a Title 1 middle school in Chesterfield County Public Schools in Central Virginia. She is dedicated to bridging the gap between tech integration and curriculum support for K-12 educators and multilingual learners. She is a key collaborator in core PLC meetings—spanning math\, science\, English\, and social studies. She was an integral member of the team that redesigned the school’s PLC format to streamline data collection and enhance student support systems. Before transitioning to instructional design\, Ursula spent over 10 years in the classroom as a world language instructor\, teaching German (Levels 1–AP) at both the middle and high school levels. By blending a background in language acquisition with modern instructional technology\, she supports teams to build inclusive\, data-driven environments that truly move the needle for students. \n \nLisa Persinger serves as the Math Coach at a Title I middle school within Chesterfield County Public Schools. In this role\, she partners with math teachers to strengthen instructional practice and improve student achievement through collaborative planning\, data analysis\, and targeted instructional support during PLCs. Beyond PLC engagement\, Lisa provides individualized coaching through one-on-one cycles and in-classroom support\, modeling instructional strategies and offering actionable feedback to enhance student engagement and conceptual understanding. She also serves as the liaison between our school and the district mathematics support team\, ensuring clear communication\, alignment to county initiatives\, and implementation of best practices across grade levels. Prior to transitioning into instructional coaching\, Lisa taught middle school mathematics for over five years\, an experience that continues to inform her coaching approach and deepen her commitment to equitable\, high-quality math instruction for all students. \n \nAbout the Moderator \nJustin McElwee is a former educator with 15 years of experience spanning special education\, history\, English\, and instructional technology coaching. He holds a master’s degree in educational technology and is deeply passionate about how technology can enhance learning while advancing equity and accessibility in classrooms. Beyond education\, Justin is an avid podcaster and creative content producer. He has worked on projects for LiveSchool\, Teacher Misery author Jane Morris\, Belly Up Sports\, and his own show\, Baseball and Whatever. In 2022\, the podcast was shortlisted for Best Baseball Podcast Episode at the Sports Podcast Awards for an interview with MLB All-Star Jason Kendall. A lifelong tech enthusiast\, Justin’s love for technology began with his family’s first PC in 1994. Outside of work\, he enjoys time with his wife\, Erica\, and their two toddlers\, Maddie and Mason\, in Chicago. \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nJoin the Professional Learning & Practice community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, and receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars. \n\nWayground (formerly Quizizz) is a teaching platform that lets you deliver instruction that’s relevant for every student with a boost from AI. With Wayground\, teachers can plan engaging yet rigorous assessments\, lessons\, or activities in a matter of minutes for any grade level or subject. URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/pd20260224/ CATEGORIES:Coaching and Mentorship,edLeader Panel,New Teacher and Staff Support,Professional Development,Teacher Development and Retention,Teaching Practice and Pedagogy ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://home.edweb.net/wp-content/uploads/20260224-pd-event_panel.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260224T180000 DTSTAMP:20260224T224550Z CREATED:20260130T004454Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T224550Z UID:11561900-1771952400-1771956000@home.edweb.net SUMMARY:Game On: Bringing Game‑Based Learning to Math Fact Fluency and Fractions Learning DESCRIPTION:Presented by Jesse Mercer\, Former Math Teacher\, Current Senior Product Designer\, ExploreLearning; and Desire Kirchofer\, Former Educator\, Current Professional Learning Manager\, ExploreLearning \nSponsored by ExploreLearning \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nKeeping students engaged in math can feel like an uphill battle\, especially in the middle of the school year. Game-based learning offers a powerful way to re-energize instruction by combining purposeful practice with meaningful engagement. But how do you know if a game-based tool is not only fun\, but effective? Join this edWebinar to explore how thoughtfully designed math games support fraction understanding and math fact fluency\, all while keeping students motivated. \nKey topics include: \n\nWhy game-based learning works for both conceptual understanding and skill fluency\nHow adaptive learning experiences use feedback and motivation to accelerate learning\nPractical ideas for integrating games to keep students energized\n\nThe edWebinar features real-world classroom examples and a demonstration of two digital math tools designed to support math fact fluency and a conceptual understanding of fractions: Reflex and Frax. The presenters explore what makes a math game work and share classroom-ready strategies to model how purposeful technology can complement effective instruction. \nViewers also have access to a 45-day free trial of Reflex and Frax. \nGain the tools to boost student engagement and math foundations through game-based learning. This recorded edWebinar is of interest to grades 2-6 teachers and education technology leaders. \n\n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nJesse Mercer\, a Senior Product Designer at ExploreLearning\, has over 20 years of experience in education and related fields. He has an MA in math education\, is a National Board Certified Teacher for secondary mathematics\, and was a recipient of his district’s “Golden Apple” award for teaching. During his 13 years in the classroom\, Jesse taught upper elementary and middle school mathematics courses\, ranging from fifth-grade math through Algebra I. He currently works with several other designers on creating the curriculum and instructional content for Frax. \n \nDesire Kirchofer spent ten years in the classroom before joining ExploreLearning in 2022 as a Professional Learning Manager. She has seen the real impact of their solutions in the classroom and is passionate about helping teachers find the best ways to implement them with their students. When she is not collaborating or facilitating learning\, you can find her spending time outdoors\, reading the latest science fiction or fantasy novel\, or crafting with her kids. \n\nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nJoin the Building Understanding in Mathematics community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\n \nExploreLearning develops education technology for the most critical STEM learning needs. From early science exploration to foundational math skills to virtual STEM simulations\, our solutions build deep understanding and are proven to work for ALL students. Our award-winning K-12 STEM tools\, including Gizmos\, Reflex\, Frax\, and Science4Us\, are used by over 15 million students in over 80 countries. \nResearch based and proven to be effective\, ExploreLearning STEM solutions are serious fun. Designed to engage students and inspire curiosity\, they encourage and reward students as they learn. With adaptive\, individualized instruction\, our solutions build critical STEM skills with just-in-time support for each student. Transform your STEM instruction with digital tools that make it easy to reward effort\, track progress\, and personalize learning for every learner. URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/math20260224/ CATEGORIES:Game-Based Learning,Mathematics,STEM/STEAM ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://home.edweb.net/wp-content/uploads/20260224-math-event.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260225T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260225T160000 DTSTAMP:20260304T181141Z CREATED:20260208T043656Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260304T181141Z UID:11642748-1772031600-1772035200@home.edweb.net SUMMARY:The Mental Health of Teenage Girls: Causes\, Challenges\, and Support DESCRIPTION:Presented by Cat Bohannon\, Ph.D.\, Researcher and Author\, Columbia University; Donna Jackson Nakazawa\, Author of Girls on the Brink: Helping Our Daughters Thrive in an Era of Increased Anxiety\, Depression\, and Social Media; and Carla Sosenko\, Journalist and Author \nSponsored by Penguin Random House Education \nWatch the RecordingListen to the Podcast \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nTeenage girls are facing a significant mental health crisis\, marked by alarming increases in feelings of sadness\, hopelessness\, and suicidal ideation. This crisis stems from a complex mix of evolutionary and environmental factors\, including hormonal changes during puberty\, social media pressures\, academic stress\, and societal expectations. Recognizing these challenges is essential to early intervention\, open communication\, and access to appropriate mental health resources. \nIn this edWebinar\, authors Cat Bohannon\, Ph.D.\, and Donna Jackson Nakazawa\, in conversation with Carla Sosenko\, explore how mental health impacts student success both in and out of the classroom. They offer practical tools and strategies to support educators’ professional growth and help them respond effectively to this ongoing crisis. \nThe session aims to provide guiding resources that support educators and promote healthy development\, resilience\, and successful learning. This recorded edWebinar is of interest to middle and high school teachers\, school leaders\, district leaders\, school counselors\, and any educator concerned with adolescent girls’ health and well-being. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nDr. Cat Bohannon is a researcher and author with a Ph.D. from Columbia University in the evolution of narrative and cognition. Her essays and poems have appeared in Scientific American\, Mind\, Science Magazine\, The Best American Nonrequired Reading\, The Georgia Review\, The Story Collider\, and Poets Against the War. She lives with her family in Seattle. \n \nDonna Jackson Nakazawa is the author of five books that explore the intersection of neurobiology and emotion\, including Girls on the Brink\, named a best book of 2022 by The Washington Post; The Angel and the Assassin\, named a best book of 2020 by Wired; and Childhood Disrupted. Her upcoming book\, Mind Drama: The Science of Rumination and How to Outwit Your Inner Defeatist\, will be published in May 2026. Her work has appeared in Wired\, Stat\, The Boston Globe\, The Washington Post\, Health Affairs\, and Parenting\, and has been featured on the cover of Parade and in Time; she has appeared on Today\, NPR\, NBC News\, and ABC News. Donna is also the creator of the narrative writing-to-heal program Breaking Free from Trauma. She is a regular speaker at universities and organizations\, including the Child Mind Institute\, Children’s Hospitals\, the Harvard Division of Science\, Johns Hopkins\, and Rutgers. \n \nCarla Sosenko is a journalist and author whose work has appeared in The New York Times\, Vogue\, Harper’s Bazaar\, Marie Claire\, and other publications. She has been a staffer at Life & Style Weekly\, Time Out New York\, Entertainment Weekly\, Newsweek\, and Us Weekly. Her memoir\, I’ll Look So Hot in a Coffin\, was published by The Dial Press in 2025; she also co-wrote TikTok star Melissa Dilkes Pateras’s first book\, A Dirty Guide to a Clean Home. Carla graduated from Boston University with a BA in English and a BS in journalism\, and she has an MFA in creative writing from Emerson College. \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nJoin the Mental Health and Wellness community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\nAt Penguin Random House Education we believe that all children can learn to read. Access to books is the key to learning to read\, to read proficiently\, and with joy. It is our mission to foster a universal passion for reading by partnering with the greatest authors to create stories and communicate ideas that inform\, entertain\, and inspire students everywhere. \n\n \n  URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/mentalhealth20260225/ CATEGORIES:Mental Health and Wellness,Social Media,Social-Emotional Learning,Women and Girls' Leadership ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://home.edweb.net/wp-content/uploads/20260225-mentalhealth-event.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR