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SUMMARY:How to Ensure Decodables Are an Effective Tool for Phonics Instruction
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Jen Jump\, Senior Academic Officer\, Teacher Created Materials \nSponsored by Teacher Created Materials \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nThe national conversation highlighting the Science of Reading has prompted many teachers across the nation to ensure that students receive high-quality phonics instruction\, building the foundation for reading. Decodable texts are considered an important application component of phonics instruction. And yet\, teachers still wonder\, “What might I do with these decodables?” \nDecodables are powerful tools to provide ample opportunities for application\, allowing for learning to cement. Decodables provide organic ways to infuse writing instruction\, practice to develop fluency\, and build vocabulary and comprehension. Through this edWebinar\, educators: \n\nDiscover routines and strategies to support classroom or small group instruction that includes decodable texts\nEngage with lesson ideas that build reading\, writing\, vocabulary\, and comprehension skills\, and more\n\nThis recorded edWebinar benefits K-3 teachers\, curriculum specialists\, reading coaches\, and school leaders. \n\nAbout the Presenter \nAs a Senior Academic Officer\, Jen Jump provides professional development and training on Teacher Created Materials (TCM) curriculum materials and Shell Education professional resources for districts\, teachers\, and educational trainers. She is a passionate educator who has spent 20 years in various roles dedicated to student achievement. Before joining TCM\, she contributed curriculum and professional development support to the fastest-growing urban school district\, the public school system in Washington\, D.C. She led the curriculum work\, providing teachers with an organized\, content-rich\, text-set curriculum for ELA in grades K-5. She also provided professional learning for both large groups of teachers and individual teaching through coaching to improve the literacy outcomes in the district. \nJoin the Build Educator Capacity and Boost Student Achievement 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\nTeacher Created Materials develops innovative and imaginative educational materials and services for students worldwide. Everything we do is created by teachers for teachers and students to make teaching more effective and learning more fun. Join us on our mission to create a world where children truly want to learn.
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CATEGORIES:Literacy,Reading Skills,Science of Reading
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SUMMARY:Keys to Elevating Readers with eBooks and Audiobooks
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Gretchen Zaitzeff\, District Library Media Specialist\, Canyons School District (UT); and Noel Zickefoose\, Account Manager\, OverDrive\, Inc. \nSponsored by OverDrive\, Inc. \nWatch the Recording Listen to the PodcastRead the Article \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin Gretchen Zaitzeff\, District Librarian at Canyons School District (UT)\, and Noel Zickefoose\, Account Manager for OverDrive Education\, for a deep dive into best practices for teaching and engaging readers using eBooks and audiobooks. \nYou learn how to draw and share data with administrators to support students and teachers\, plus how to promote\, use\, and share digital books like a pro. Last (but not least!) you also discover how to connect students to the public library to gain even more access to books. \nThis recorded edLeader Panel is of interest to K-12 librarians\, education technology leaders\, and school and district leaders. \n\nAbout the Presenters \nGretchen Zaitzeff has worked in school libraries for over 15 years in multiple states and at all levels. Currently\, she is the District Library Media Specialist for the Canyons School District in Sandy\, Utah. She has a master’s in library and information science from the iSchool at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and has taught School Library Management in Illinois State University’s post-baccalaureate licensure program. Previously\, she served as a board member at large for the Association of Illinois School Library Educators and is the current President of the Utah Educational Library Media Association. An engaging conference presenter\, Gretchen connects with audiences and shares her passionate beliefs that information literacy is essential to the preservation of democracy and that the power of school libraries to provide students equitable access to the authentic stories and accurate information is both life changing and lifesaving. \n\nNoel Zickefoose is an Account Manager for schools in Arizona\, Colorado\, New Mexico\, Nevada\, and Utah. Noel’s vision is that all students have access to digital books to not only give them the ability to read 24/7/365 on any device\, but to help them develop their technology skills so they’re prepared for the future. She is deeply committed to serving the needs of her school partners and thrives on solving problems and ensuring that everyone she supports has a great experience being an OverDrive partner. She has three little girls ages three\, six\, and eight and loves reading them books in Sora every evening at bedtime. She’s also an avid runner and vegetarian but likes to balance that out with lots of chocolate! \n\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Exploring eBooks for K-12 community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edLeader Panels\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\nOverDrive Education\, a division of OverDrive\, offers the largest catalog of ebooks\, audiobooks\, digital magazines and other content for over 59\,000 K-12 schools and millions of students worldwide. The Sora student reading app\, named one of TIME’s Best Inventions\, provides every student with access to the right books and supports the need for required curriculum titles\, class sets and pleasure reading. TeachingBooks.net (acquired in 2021) complements Sora with one of the largest catalogs of supplemental resources that “bring books to life.” Founded in 1986\, OverDrive – which also provides digital content to public\, academic and corporate libraries – is based in Cleveland\, Ohio USA. Discoversora.com
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CATEGORIES:Audio Learning,Data and Analytics,Digital Learning,Digital Literacy
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SUMMARY:Digging Into the Data: A School District’s Journey to Close the Discipline Disproportionality Gap
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dr. Ivan Duran\, Superintendent\, Highline Public Schools (WA); Dr. Rebekah Kim\, Associate Superintendent of Teaching and Learning\, Kent School District (WA); Dr. Lisa Williams\, Founder/Consultant\, EMCS; Melissa Pointer\, Director of Social Emotional Learning\, Highline Public Schools (WA); and Kimberly Smith\, Chief Inclusive Innovation Officer\, Digital Promise \nSponsored by Digital Promise Center for Inclusive Innovation \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nLearn how Highline Public Schools (WA)\, with support from Digital Promise’s Center for Inclusive Innovation\, is engaging district leaders and principals in a data-driven process to analyze exclusionary discipline consequences and co-design a process for increasing student voices and root cause analysis. The goal of this edWebinar is to provide a case study and model for how district leaders\, principals\, and teachers can examine data in new ways with the goal of reimagining school discipline systems. \nViewers understand how to conduct a root cause analysis on discipline data\, how to view narratives through an equity-centered lens\, and how to take a strengths-based approach to student data. They will also gain insights and inspiration from new approaches to both data and interventions. \nThis session features Dr. Ivan Duran\, Superintendent of Highline Public Schools\, Dr. Rebekah Kim\, Associate Superintendent of Teaching and Learning at Kent School District (formerly with Highline)\, Dr. Lisa Williams\, Founder and Consultant with EMCS\, Melissa Pointer\, Director of Social Emotional Learning at Highline Public Schools\, and Kimberly Smith\, Chief Inclusive Innovation Officer at Digital Promise’s Center for Inclusive Innovation. \nThis edWebinar is of interest to K-12 teachers\, school and district leaders\, and education technology leaders. \n\nAbout the Presenters  \nDr. Ivan Duran is Superintendent for the Highline Public Schools in Burien\, Washington serving approximately 17\,000 students in 35 schools. Highline’s promise is to know every student by name\, strength\, and need so they graduate prepared for the future they choose. Dr. Duran previously served as Superintendent for the Bellevue School District. As Superintendent\, he led with a focus on racial equity and inclusion\, creating systems to support academic\, social-emotional\, and behavioral development for all students. Prior to Bellevue\, Dr. Duran was Deputy Superintendent of the Dallas Independent School District and Assistant Superintendent for Elementary Education for Denver Public Schools. He has also served as a principal supervisor\, director of instructional technology\, principal\, assistant principal\, and teacher. \nDr. Duran’s core values include a passionate commitment to educational equity\, dedication to continuous improvement aimed at results\, and a collaborative and transparent leadership style. He holds a doctorate in education leadership and policy study from the University of Denver\, a master’s degree in curriculum and instruction from the University of Colorado\, and a bachelor’s degree in elementary education from the Metropolitan State University of Denver. \n\nDr. Rebekah Kim is the new Associate Superintendent of Teaching and Learning for the Kent School District. Most recently\, she has served as an Executive Director in Highline Public Schools for 18 years. She was a principal for 12 years and served as a district leader for six. Dr. Kim brings her personal experiences as a mother of teenage children\, daughter of an immigrant family\, and advocate for all children around racial and social justice in her personal and professional life. Dr. Kim centers her educational leadership with a lens of equity and seeing the whole child. In this effort\, she has brought her leadership in her various roles to transform mindsets and systems to ensure students\, staff\, and families are provided with rich learning and school experiences. \n\nDr. Lisa Williams is a national expert on topics of equity and access in public education. She is the Founder and Principal Consultant at EMCS\, an organization that partners with clients to engage in capacity building to support intersectional racial equity and system transformation. She has served as an executive leader in public school systems and non-profits\, providing guidance and consultation on creating equitable organizations. \nShe is a co-author of two books\, When Treating All the Kids the SAME Is the REAL Problem: Educational Leadership and the 21st Century Dilemma of Difference\, and Humanity Over Comfort: How You Confront Systemic Racism Head On\, both published by Corwin Press. She recently partnered with Dr. Kendra Johnson and teacher leaders in Cologne\, Germany to publish the article We Don’t Make History\, We Are Made by History: The Call for Education as an Instrument for Social Justice. Dr. Williams is the proud mom of a son\, Andrew\, who is her daily inspiration for justice work. \nMelissa Pointer is the Director of Social Emotional Learning in the Highline School District\, just outside of Seattle. Prior to that\, Melissa served as an elementary principal for 11 years and a High School Associate Principal for four years. \nIn her current role\, Melissa is leading her team in elevating student voice as they engage in a Community Advisory Process with Highline students\, staff\, families and community for the purpose of auditing their current SEL Practices and to get input from the community on their hopes for SEL Instruction and discipline practices and procedures. The information gathered is being used to redesign SEL in Highline Public Schools. Melissa has also led school leaders through the process of engaging in root-cause analysis around discipline disproportionality in order to close gaps and improve discipline and school culture practices. \n\nKimberly A. Smith is co-leader and Chief Inclusive Innovation Officer at Digital Promise’s Center for Inclusive Innovation and former Executive Director of the League of Innovative Schools. She works in collaboration with a national network of forward-thinking school district leaders in equity-centered R&D to design and implement inclusive innovation teaching and learning opportunities to advance equity and excellence for every learner. \nPreviously\, Kimberly held senior leadership positions at the Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship\, PBS\, Discovery Education\, and the Corporation for Public Broadcasting. Kimberly is an Aspen-Pahara Institute fellow and co-founder of the National Charter Collaborative—a non-profit to support single-site charter leaders of color in creating quality schools. She serves on the boards of CatalystEd\, Learner-Centered Collaborative\, and Beacon House in Washington\, D.C. She received her MBA from Johns Hopkins University and her Bachelor of Science in journalism from the University of Colorado at Boulder. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Personalize Learning for Learner Variability 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\nDigital Promise’s Center for Inclusive Innovation reimagines education research and development (R&D) by resourcing the creative ingenuity of communities working in partnership with school districts to create equitable powerful learning opportunities for students furthest from opportunity. The foundation for Inclusive Innovation is anchored in a set of core tenets that embody an equity-centered approach to research and development. The tenets define how we deliberately support teams in co-constructing an inclusive R&D culture that enables equitable leadership and contribution. \n\n \n 
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CATEGORIES:Data and Analytics,Equity,Leadership/Administration,School Culture/Climate,School Safety
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SUMMARY:Addressing Teacher Turnover: Challenges and Opportunities for School and District Leaders
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Jermar Rountree\, Physical Education and Health District Teacher Lead\, Center City Public Charter School-Brightwood Campus (DC); Olivia Polk\, Grade 6 English Teacher\, Richmond Public Schools (VA); Heather Pasko\, Visual Art Teacher\, Hatboro-Horsham High School (PA); Kristin Gillette\, Middle Level Instructional Specialist\, Loudoun County Public Schools (VA); Chelsea Jones\, Middle Level Special Education Teacher\, Chesterfield County Public Schools (VA); and Shanté Knight\, Director of Educator Leadership Development\, ASCD \nSponsored by ASCD \nWatch the Recording Listen to the PodcastRead the Article \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nBy now it’s no secret that the rate in which we are losing teachers across U.S. schools is growing at concerning levels that stand to threaten our existing educational infrastructure as we know it\, resulting in dangerously adverse impacts on student growth and achievement. \nWith the current school year coming to a close and the new year on the horizon\, the time is now that we restrategize ideas that not only support district and school leaders with short-term solutions to protect their existing workforce\, but also begin the work of unpacking conversations about long-overdue\, large-scale industry changes and innovations that might improve the face of teaching as a whole and make recruitment efforts once again achievable. \nIn this edLeader Panel\, K-12 superintendents and school principals hear directly from a virtual panel of teachers who discuss a variety of just-in-time and eventual strategies for improving educator working conditions designed to reduce attrition and spur greater interest in the K-12 teaching profession. Panelists share: \n\nIdeas for short-term strategies that school leaders can tackle most immediately like extending planning\, reduction in non-teaching duties\, offering teachers opportunities to change assignments\, grade levels\, roles\, etc.\nLong-term systemic solutions designed for district leaders to consider that are believed to be vital to the future of making education a desirable and sustainable profession\nNew ideas and innovations in various districts across our nation that are seeing promising results in teacher satisfaction and student performance that they recommend scaling across a broader range of schools\n\nThis recorded edLeader Panel is of interest to K-12 school and district leaders as well as teachers. \n\nAbout the Presenters \nJermar Rountree is a health and physical education teacher at Center City Public Charter School\, Brightwood Campus. He also serves as the Athletic Director and the district teacher lead for the physical education and health department. Jermar was named the 2023 Washington DC Teacher of the Year and is the 2023 National Alliance Public Charter Changemaker. He is the first black health and physical education teacher to be named a finalist for National Teacher of the Year. Jermar believes that physical movement can be leveraged to increase academic performance and engagement and learning about mental and emotional health is as important as core subjects. He thrives on connecting his students to the community through partnerships and has established in-school\, after-school and weekend partnerships with organizations to help kids grow in all facets of life. Jermar serves as a voice of the community and has relationships with every student and family at Center City PCS\, Brightwood. He graduated from Western Connecticut State University with a Bachelor of Arts in history in May 2008 and holds a Master of Arts in elementary education from Relay Graduate School of Education. \nOlivia Polk is an English 6 teacher working in a collaborative setting at Henderson Middle in Richmond\, VA\, where she has proudly served for just under three years. She believes the greatest benefit of teaching is helping the children learn a new skill and building relationships with them. She takes pride in seeing a child actually understand a standard and show that comprehension and believes that is invaluable! She also coaches softball because she loves the opportunity to be able to have more fun with her students outside of the classroom. Though born in Woodbridge\, she currently resides in Richmond\, VA\, and is looking forward to an exciting new year. \n\nImpacting education for 30 years as a visual art teacher at the high school level\, Heather Pasko has been an established curriculum developer and leader for the Hatboro-Horsham High School Art Department for the past 24 years. Her primary expertise is in digital photography/graphic arts and project-based learning curriculum development. Additional roles include department chair tenure\, varied student club advisor\, local university student teacher cooperative\, interdisciplinary grant recipient\, professional development facilitator\, and liaison for school/community outreach relationships. Her personal goal is to leverage strong creative energies and instructional design experience to inspire growth and change within an ed organization or learning community. \n\nKristin Gillette is a self-contained and general education co-teacher in sixth-grade language arts at River Bend Middle School in Sterling\, Virginia. She has a bachelor’s degree from Saint Joseph’s University in elementary and special education and a master’s degree from Johns Hopkins University in mild to moderate special education. She is currently working on her administration and supervision degree with advanced licensure which will be done this summer. Teaching is her passion and supporting students to do and be their best is her goal. She believes the key to student achievement is teachers and administrators coming together and collaborating on what it will take for students to realize success and how to do so through a lens of equity and collective accountability. \n\nChelsea Jones is a career switcher with a Bachelor of Science degree in sociology and a minor in social welfare from Virginia Commonwealth University. She entered the field of education after completing her coursework at Old Dominion University\, where she obtained her special education certification. Following that\, she went on to pursue and secure an endorsement in English language arts. During her seven years as an educator\, she has worked in both the public school and private school sectors in support of primarily middle-school-aged children and students with disabilities. Supporting students’ academic and social growth and nurturing their passions are her favorite parts of the profession. As a mom herself\, she values parent partnerships and believes they are vital to a child’s success academically and beyond. She believes educators are essential to building a strong foundation that positively supports the child’s educational and human journey throughout their life. She currently lives in central VA where she serves as an eighth-grade English language arts teacher at Salem Church MS in Chesterfield\, VA. \n\nShanté Knight is a career educator who has served as an elementary and middle school teacher\, award-winning principal\, and district leader\, prior to joining the ASCD team as their Director of Educator Leadership Development. She is a proven school culture and academic transformation strategist who specializes in leadership development and ed innovation. Prior to transitioning to corporate leadership\, Shanté led underperforming schools and helped them realize double-digit gains in student performance through strategic leadership. She has an appreciation for the challenges that students in marginalized communities face and sees education as the gateway to a fulfilled life. Her goal now is to support educators with the tools they need to teach and lead happily. Shanté received her undergraduate degree from HBCU\, Bowie State University in MD\, and her master’s degree in education administration from Trinity College in Washington\, DC. She currently resides in Midlothian\, VA with her husband and their two boys. \nJoin the Teacher HELP! community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edLeader Panels\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \n\nASCD is a passionate community of life-changing educators. For 75 years we have worked side by side with educators from every level in all 50 states and more than 200 countries to help them find their people and amplify their voice to reach many.
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CATEGORIES:Leadership/Administration,School Culture/Climate
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SUMMARY:Leading with Purpose: Setting the Atmosphere for Success in Low-Performing Schools
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dr. Deborah L. Wortham\, Superintendent\, Roosevelt Union Free School District (NY) \nSponsored by BookNook \nWatch the Recording Listen to the Podcast \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin us for an inspiring edWebinar with Dr. Deborah L. Wortham\, a distinguished leader and educator with over 35 years of experience transforming low-performing schools into successful ones. Dr. Wortham shares her insights for setting the atmosphere for success in low-performing schools\, focusing on equity\, efficacy\, and sustainability. She draws upon her extensive experience and offer practical strategies to implement in any low-performing school. \nDr. Wortham’s leadership and passion for education have resulted in numerous accomplishments\, including serving as superintendent for several school districts and being recognized as a Woman of Distinction by the New York State Senate. \nViewers gain insights into creating a culture of success that empowers students and teachers and strategies for achieving high-impact results in reading and beyond. \nDon’t miss this opportunity to learn from Dr. Wortham’s experience and set the atmosphere for success for your schools! This recorded edWebinar is of interest to teachers and school and district leaders of the elementary through middle school grades. \nAbout the Presenter \nOriginally from Chicago\, Illinois\, Dr. Deborah L. Wortham is an esteemed educator\, author\, and lecturer. She made history as the first locally elected Superintendent of the Roosevelt Union Free School District in 11 years\, leading her district from “State Takeover” to “Good Standing.” As a former superintendent of several additional districts across the United States\, Dr. Wortham has dedicated her career to advocating for educational equity and excellence. Dr. Wortham holds a doctorate in educational leadership from Nova Southeastern University as well as a master’s degree in reading and a bachelor’s degree in elementary education. She is involved in many organizations\, including Alpha Kappa Alpha\, The Links\, and the National Coalition of 100 Black Women. Dr. Wortham’s recent achievements include being named among the 2020 Top 100 Most Influential Educators in New York State and receiving the National Association of Negro Business and Professional Women’s Clubs’ Sojourner Truth Award. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Leadership 3.0: Essential Skills 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 \nIntroducing BookNook—the synchronous platform revolutionizing how schools approach reading intervention by combining cutting-edge instructional materials and virtual tutoring. With patented technology\, BookNook supports educators by reducing the burden of small-group reading support. Our robust algorithm chooses engaging lessons from BookNook’s learning platform\, providing a collaborative learner-leader experience for in-person and remote learning. \nAt BookNook\, we understand that learning is more than access to technology or resources; it’s about the support and guidance students receive along the way. That’s why we offer a scalable team of highly trained virtual tutors. BookNook tutors are consistent\, well-matched\, and use the same engaging\, standards-based lessons. At the core of BookNook is our unwavering commitment to equity in education. We understand that inclusivity goes beyond text selection\, which is why our materials implement integrated approaches that are proven to be effective for all students\, including English language learners and those with diverse learning abilities.
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CATEGORIES:Leadership/Administration,Learning Loss/Acceleration,School Culture/Climate
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SUMMARY:Creating Equitable Early Learning Programs
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dr. Ebonyse P. Mead\, President\, Educational Equity Institute; and Dr. Tameka Ardrey\, Founder\, Bridging the Gap Early Education Consulting\nModerated by Jennifer Lewis\, President\, Gryphon House\, Inc. \nSponsored by Gryphon House \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nAddressing the unique learning needs of culturally diverse students requires a paradigm shift in the way we teach and care for young children. Adopting anti-racist perspectives and anti-bias pedagogies allows early childhood educators\, leaders\, and policymakers to create equitable early learning environments that are responsive to the needs of culturally diverse learners. By the end of this edWebinar\, viewers are able to: \n\nIdentify inequities in early childhood that impact the outcomes of children of color\nExplain the rationale for creating equitable early learning programs\nDescribe the importance of culturally responsive family engagement in early childhood\nIdentify ways to incorporate culturally responsive anti-bias practices to improve instruction and promote positive racial identity development\n\nCreating equitable learning programs requires teachers\, administrators\, and support staff to have a deep understanding of the racial inequities that children of color experience. To do that\, educators must deconstruct anti-Black racism and whiteness in educational settings as these concepts serve as the root causes of the racial disparities and biases present within early childhood education. As early childhood professionals concerned with the well-being of the whole child\, we have a responsibility to create learning environments where all children feel affirmed\, safe\, and welcome regardless of their skin color\, hair texture\, language\, socioeconomic background\, etc. \nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to early childhood teachers\, librarians\, school and district leaders\, education technology leaders\, and other professionals working with young children and families. \nAbout the Presenters \nEbonyse Mead\, Ed.D. is the President of the Educational Equity Institute. Dr. Mead is an educator\, writer\, presenter\, and trainer with a focus on examining structural barriers to educational equity and culturally responsive instruction for the early childhood workforce. \n\nDr. Tameka Ardrey is the Founder of Bridging the Gap Early Education Consulting and is currently the Birth-Kindergarten Teacher Education Program Coordinator at Georgia Southern University. With more than ten years of dedicated service to the early childhood field as an educator\, professional development specialist\, and program director\, she is committed to enhancing the early care and education experiences of young African American children and their families. Dr. Ardrey has authored several publications addressing issues of cultural diversity and social inequities within the early education field. Additionally\, she has had the privilege of sharing her work through presentations and speaking engagements both nationally and internationally. \n\nAbout the Moderator \nJennifer Lewis is the President at Gryphon House\, Inc.\, the leading publisher of educational resources for teachers and parents. \n\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Early Learning Book Chats 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\nGryphon House\, Inc. is an award-winning publisher of early childhood resources for teachers and parents.
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CATEGORIES:Early Childhood Learning,Equity,PreK-K Programs
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SUMMARY:How to Execute the Science of Coaching to Accelerate Outcomes and Retain Teachers
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Chelsey Cody\, Digital Learning Coordinator\, Garland Independent School District (TX); and Dr. Chris Everett\, Chief Operating Officer\, engage2learn\nModerated by Dewayne McClary\, Executive Director of Strategic Partnerships\, engage2learn \nSponsored by GroweLab: powered by engage2learn \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nDiscover how to transfer traditional sit-and-get professional development into differentiated choices for educators and staff that increase student outcomes and decrease teacher burnout using the science of coaching in your talent development system. \nView this edWebinar to gain insights on the science of coaching based on 10+ years of experience using the most effective coaching actions\, aligned to research\, in the education space. Hear implementation results from Garland Independent School District and understand\, as a school or district leader\, how to support the overall talent development of your educators and staff. The presenters share expert insights on: \n\nHow to elevate professional development in your school to recruit and retain more teachers\nWhy using a proven methodology\, like the science of coaching\, can lead to accelerated student outcomes\nHow to implement a talent development system in your school or district\n\nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to K-12 school and district leaders\, instructional coaches\, professional development directors\, and teachers. \n\nAbout the Presenters \nChelsey Cody is the Digital Learning Coordinator in Garland ISD. As the Digital Learning Coordinator\, Chelsey works with 1:1 instructional coaches and multiple departments in Garland ISD to enhance digital learning integration. Supporting and coaching educators as they integrate technology is her passion and GIFs are her love language. With a diverse background in content and levels of teaching experience\, being able to apply best practices to instruction that impacts student growth is at the forefront of what she strives to do. \n\nDr. Chris Everett serves engage2learn as the Chief Operating Officer\, providing leadership and strategic vision to the organization. In this role\, he fosters growth among team members and plays a critical role in the refinement\, design\, and integration of organization-wide\, cross-team systems and processes to ensure alignment and increased operational efficiency. He brings a wealth of administrative and leadership experience to the team to help carry out the e2L strategic plan with a human-centered focus. \nDr. Everett has been a Texas educator for over 20 years\, serving at multiple levels within the school structure. He has been a classroom teacher and athletic coach\, a campus administrator\, a district administrator\, and a director at a regional Education Service Center. Dr. Everett has a doctorate in leadership in educational administration from the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor and brings a wealth of experience and expertise related to leadership and systems thinking. \n\nAbout the Moderator \nDewayne McClary is engage2learn’s Executive Director of Strategic Partnerships. Bringing nearly 20 years of education experience as a teacher\, coach\, and school and district administrator in the District of Columbia Public Schools\, Arlington Public Schools\, and Williamsburg County School District\, he strives to ensure the best for K-12 learners every day. \nDewayne‘s most recent experience as the Senior Director of Networks and Partnerships at Digital Promise Global has equipped him with a strategic understanding of educational issues and opportunities at the national level. Dewayne has received numerous education industry awards\, including the 2021 Global Forum for Education and Learning Top 100 Visionaries in Education\, 2021 EdTech Digest Top 100 Influencers in EdTech\, and the 2020 CoSN NextGen Emerging EdTech Leader. \n\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Professional Learning & Practice 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 \nengage2learn (e2L) partners with public school districts to design\, build\, and implement comprehensive\, customized talent development systems in five key areas: culture & strategy\, career development\, coaching\, competency pathways\, and connected data. Since 2011\, we’ve partnered with over 300 public school districts across the nation to transform traditional PD into holistic talent development solutions proven to increase educator and staff engagement and retention and improve outcomes. We customize our solutions to maximize partner results by scaling smart professional learning systems that optimize outcomes\, empowering leaders with a first-of-its-kind platform that connects professional growth data to any desired outcome to effectively show the efforts and impact of their investments. For more information about engage2learn\, visit engage2learn.org or call 1(833) 325-4769.
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CATEGORIES:Professional Development
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SUMMARY:Essentials of Writing for Little Hands: Nurturing Writers in Early Childhood
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Monica Cordoba\, Professional Learning Consultant–Bilingual Specialist\, Frog Street Press\nModerated by Jody Martin\, Senior Developmental Editor\, Frog Street \nSponsored by Frog Street \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nIn this edWebinar\, viewers gain an advanced understanding of the writing process with children in early childhood monolingual\, bilingual\, and dual-language classrooms. We investigate developmentally appropriate stages of motor development for young learners. Viewers: \n\nDiscover how to encourage writing through modeled\, shared\, and independent experiences\nExplore strategies and materials that intentionally nurture while extending writing throughout their daily routines\nBe asked to reflect on their current practice and collaborate with others\n\nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to teachers and other stakeholders who work with toddlers to transitional kindergarten-aged students. \n\nAbout the Presenter \nMonica Cordoba is a Professional Learning Bilingual Specialist for Frog Street Press. Her career spans over 16 years in early childhood education\, including several years in a Head Start classroom as a certified bilingual teacher. She also served as a PreK instructional specialist for a major school district\, mentoring PreK teachers. Her coaching spans from working with infants through PreK classrooms. Her degree in interdisciplinary studies is from Texas A&M University with a post-grad degree in educational administration. Monica is a certified Toddler and PreK CLASS observer who has contributed to the development and facilitation of countless workshops in all areas of early childhood including classroom coaching with teachers. Her goal is to provide educators with effective strategies to provide joyful classrooms where students are successful and a love of learning is encouraged. \nAbout the Moderator \nJody Martin has 39 years of extensive and diverse experience in the early childhood field. She is presently the Senior Developmental Editor and a contributing author for Frog Street Press. Jody has authored several teacher resource books that cover health and safety\, nature-based activities\, and early childhood classroom environments. She is a dynamic presenter and recognized leader in the field of early childhood education with a commitment to providing quality programs for children. \n  \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\n \nFrog Street is dedicated to continually improving programs and products based on current research and input from early childhood classroom educators and caregivers.
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CATEGORIES:Early Childhood Learning,Early Literacy,PreK-K Programs
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SUMMARY:Artificial Intelligence in Schools: Allow or Prohibit? Ethical Considerations for Educators Part 2
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dr. Jennifer Galambos\, Head of School\, Kent Place School (NJ); Maya Bialik\, Seventh-Grade Science Teacher\, Author\, Consultant\, Researcher\, and Founder of QuestionWell AI; Julie Gentile\, Assistant Head of School for Teaching and Learning\, Kent Place School (NJ); Ariel Sykes\, Assistant Director of The Ethics Institute\, Kent Place School (NJ); and Dr. Karen Rezach\, Director of The Ethics Institute\, Kent Place School (NJ) \nSponsored by The Ethics Institute at Kent Place School \nWatch the Recording Listen to the Podcast \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin us for part two of the edWebinar series Artificial Intelligence in Schools: Allow or Prohibit? Ethical Considerations for Educators. We answer the questions posed by audience members from part one\, where we discussed the challenges educators face with the ever-increasing use of artificial intelligence in schools. We have new expert presenters who provide examples of how we can ethically integrate AI into our schools. They answer many questions\, including: \n\nHow are new AI tools different from other “world-changing” technologies of the past\, like computers or the calculator?\nWhat are some thoughtful examples of policies you have around AI/ChatGPT use for teachers\, staff\, and students?\nHow should we be using these tools ethically? What is the best way to teach students how to use these technologies responsibly?\n\nThis session is designed to continue to build your awareness of the ethical issues raised by AI use in schools and empower you to ask questions in order to make well-informed and ethical policies for the adults and students in your school communities. \nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to K-12 teachers\, librarians\, school and district leaders\, and education technology leaders. \nView the recording of part one: Artificial Intelligence in Schools: Allow or Prohibit? Ethical Considerations for Educators \n \nDr. Jennifer C. Galambos is the Head of School at Kent Place School in Summit\, New Jersey. A native of Houston\, Texas\, she was raised in Baltimore\, Maryland and graduated from Friends School. She earned her doctorate in education from Teachers College\, Columbia University; her master’s degree in education with a concentration in private school leadership from Loyola University; and her bachelor’s degree in sociology from Franklin and Marshall College.\nEarly in her independent school career\, Dr. Galambos was the Middle School Principal at the Bullis School in Potomac\, Maryland; Director of Admission at Green Farms Academy in Westport\, Connecticut; Director of Admission and Financial Aid at Saddle River Day School in New Jersey; and a history teacher\, a dorm parent\, and a coach at the Perkiomen School in Pennsylvania. More recently\, she spent nine years at Bryn Mawr School in Baltimore\, as the Assistant Head of School and Upper School Director. Before that\, Dr. Galambos was its Middle School Director. She lives in Summit and has been a nationally ranked tennis player and enjoys paddle tennis\, travel\, and reading. \n \nMaya Bialik is a seventh-grade science teacher\, author\, consultant\, researcher\, and founder of QuestionWell AI\, which creates AI tools for education. Maya has written two books: Artificial Intelligence In Education: Promises and Implications for Teaching and Learning (2019) and Four-Dimensional Education: The Competencies Learners Need to Succeed (2015). She has also worked as a consultant and led teams at the Center for Curriculum Redesign to design and review standards\, curricula\, professional learning\, corporate training\, and educational technologies that would prepare students\, teachers\, and policymakers for the challenges and opportunities of education in the 21st century. Maya holds an Ed.M. in mind\, brain\, and education from Harvard University\, and serves on the board of The Plenary\, a non-profit that designs creative\, collaborative\, and engaging pathways through their collective knowledge. She also performs and directs improv comedy shows around the Boston area. \n \nJulie Gentile is the Assistant Head of School for Teaching and Learning at Kent Place School. After teaching for 12 years in public schools\, Julie joined the Kent Place community in 2007 as an English Department Chair and faculty member and has served as a member of the Kent Place leadership team since 2011. Julie has an MAT from Brown University\, and received a double major in Spanish and English from The College of the Holy Cross. As an educator\, she believes that understanding how individuals learn and honoring each student’s identity is essential to inspire authentic curiosity\, student engagement\, and durable learning. Julie oversees the educational program at Kent Place. \n  \n \nAriel Sykes is the Assistant Director of The Ethics Institute. She is a skilled educator and teacher trainer with over 15 years of experience working in philosophy and education. Ariel is an endorsed practitioner of the IAPC (Institute for the Advancement of Philosophy for Children)\, the world’s oldest organization devoted to young people’s philosophical practice. She serves on the boards of the Philosophy Learning and Teaching Organization (PLATO)\, the Society for Ethics Across the Curriculum (SEAC)\, and the National High School Ethics Bowl (NHSEB). \n  \n \nDr. Karen Rezach is the Founding Director of The Ethics Institute at Kent Place School. A leader in primary and secondary school ethics education\, Dr. Rezach has been teaching and facilitating ethics workshops for students\, parents\, faculty\, administrators\, and private organizations for over 15 years. She has developed partnerships with leading ethical institutions\, including The Hastings Center and Georgetown University’s Kennedy Institute of Ethics\, to develop signature programs for high school students. Her doctoral research\, Spiritual Leadership as a Model of Effective Leadership in Independent Schools\, explores the ways that educators can bring values and moral awareness into non-sectarian settings. She has an M.Div. from Yale University and an Ed.D. from Seton Hall University. Dr. Rezach is the coach of the National Champion Kent Place High School Ethics Bowl Team. \n \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Emerging Tech for K12 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 \nThe Ethics Institute at Kent Place School promotes the process and practice of ethical decision-making in primary and secondary school communities.
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CATEGORIES:Artificial Intelligence,Digital Learning,Technology for Learning,Women and Girls' Leadership
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SUMMARY:Adventures in Outdoor Play
DESCRIPTION:Presented by ​​Rusty Keeler\, Designer\, Author\, and Speaker\nModerated by Dr. Laura Wilhelm\, Vice President for Professional Learning\, Kaplan Early Learning Company \nSponsored by Kaplan Early Learning Company \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin internationally renowned designer and author Rusty Keeler on a journey of ideas celebrating the benefits and beauty of outdoor play. With humor\, insight\, and images\, Rusty inspires you to add nature to your outdoor spaces and invite you to take bold steps to support risky play. \nYou learn why outdoor play and risk are essential to children’s healthy development and see examples from around the world of programs that say “yes” to the good stuff of outdoor play—loose parts\, tree climbing\, mud kitchens\, bare feet\, rough and tumble play\, chickens\, and more. Bring on the play! \nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to PreK through elementary teachers and school leaders. \nAbout the Presenter \nRusty Keeler is a natural playscape designer who has traveled the world for 30 years creating outdoor play environments and speaking about the benefits of saying “yes” to children’s play. Described as a cross between Fred Rogers and Jerry Garcia\, Rusty is a pioneer in the movement to connect children to nature through play and author of multiple books on play and playscapes\, including his recent book Adventures in Risky Play: What Is Your Yes? Rusty has teamed up with Kaplan on a new line of outdoor classroom furnishings called Nature to Play and is the current Vice President of the USA chapter of the International Play Association. \nAbout the Moderator \nAs the Vice President for Professional Learning at Kaplan\, Laura Wilhelm\, Ed.D. draws on decades of experience teaching young children and early childhood professionals\, starting with toddlers in the 1980s\, followed by PreK-third grade in urban and suburban schools\, and as a university lab school director. Since earning her doctorate in ECE curriculum and instruction in 1999\, she has served as a program director\, full professor\, national validator for the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)\, and a site visitor for the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Programs (CAEP). She enjoys planning professional development\, speaking at conferences\, leading study tours\, visiting early education programs around the world\, and returning home to her family. She is the author of The Neglected Child: How to Recognize\, Respond\, and Prevent (2013); Treasure Baskets: Heuristic Learning for Infants and Toddlers (2017); Enticing Environments for People Under Three (2021); and Living Loose Parts: Creatures of Curiosity (coming in 2024)\, all from Gryphon House. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Classroom Management for Early 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\nFor more than 50 years\, Kaplan Early Learning Company has been a champion for play. From our research-based curricula to enriching classroom environments and innovative technology solutions\, Kaplan’s products and services inspire a lifelong love of learning in children and educators. We are architects of learning good and defenders of the imagination. We live for inseparable bonds and open minds. We encourage the eager and inspire the inspirers. We transform lives through play.
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CATEGORIES:Early Childhood Learning,PreK-K Programs
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SUMMARY:Supporting Our Most Challenged Learners: How Districts Are Scaling and Sustaining MTSS Practices for Success
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dr. Bonnie Cochran\, Sr. Director of Academic Planning and Analytics\, Houghton Mifflin Harcourt; and Nikki La Londe\, Director of Professional Learning\, Houghton Mifflin Harcourt \nSponsored by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nIn this edWebinar\, join Dr. Bonnie Cochran\, Sr. Director of Academic Planning and Analytics with Houghton Mifflin Harcourt\, and Nikki La Londe\, Director of Professional Learning for Houghton Mifflin Harcourt\, to hear how the need for intensive intervention is growing. They explore ideas to rethink and reevaluate district curriculum and professional development plans to ensure all students are being reached. Research has shown more students today require intensive intervention on essential skills. Join these experts to share and discuss district goals and systems to assess\, plan\, deliver\, and monitor practices to address the barriers to a successful implementation of a Tier 2 and/or Tier 3 intervention program. They address the following questions: \n\nWhat do we know about the needs of our most challenged learners?\nWhat does the research say about effective interventions?\nWhat other classroom and learning supports are necessary for student success?\nHow can we allocate resources to ensure interventions occur on a regular and frequent basis?\nHow can we support teachers and leaders in their roles?\nHow can we implement\, monitor\, adjust\, and evaluate our systems to ensure the success of Tier 3 students?\nWhat are some specific examples of schools or districts that are effectively supporting Tier 3 students?\n\nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to K-12 teachers and school and district leaders. \n\n About the Presenters \nDr. Bonnie Cochran is HMH Sr. Director of Academic Planning and Analytics. Dr. Cochran consults with school and district leaders around issues related to data\, student achievement\, and strategic planning. She previously served the Paulding County School District in Dallas\, GA\, for 31 years\, in roles spanning from teacher to Associate Superintendent. She served as President of the Georgia Association of Curriculum and Instructional Supervisors and on the Board of Directors for the Georgia Association of Educational Leaders. \n\nNikki La Londe\, an educator for over 15 years\, is currently the Director of Professional Learning for HMH. She provides and supports K-12 professional development by facilitating professional learning courses and coaching for school-based math instructional leaders and teachers across the country. Nikki has served as an elementary and middle school math teacher\, a 6-8 administrator\, and participated on a school improvement committee. Under the leadership of a principal\, Nikki initiated a student leadership program for students in grades 6-8 that had a noticeable impact on the middle school culture. Nikki regularly speaks at conferences such as NCSM\, NCTM\, CMC South\, and CMC North. Nikki is also one of the hosts for the podcast Method to the Mathness launched in January 2019 which features thought leaders such as Marilyn Burns\, Matt Larson\, Jennifer Lempp\, and more! \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Professional Learning & Practice 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 learners of today will shape the world of tomorrow. HMH brings learning to countless students and teachers—transforming lives\, supporting communities\, and making our society more just and inclusive for all. We offer a connected system of research-backed solutions\, where assessment drives instruction and learning can be personalized to meet students’ needs. Our engaging\, equity-minded content and customized PD are designed to elevate the potential of every learner.
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CATEGORIES:Leadership/Administration,Learning Loss/Acceleration,MTSS
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SUMMARY:Educating\, Inspiring\, and Leading with an LGBTQ+ Lens Focused on Optimism\, Awareness\, and Support
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Joseph Wise\, Ed.D.\, CEO\, Acceleration Academies (IL); Earl Mowatt\, Ph.D.\, Vice President of Education\, onePULSE Foundation; Danielle Jones\, Teacher and onePULSE Foundation scholarship recipient\, Orange County Public Schools (FL); Scott Frauenheim\, CEO\, Distinctive Schools; and Jennifer L. Ferrari\, Ed.D.\, CEO and President\, Education Research and Development Institute (ERDI) \nWatch the Recording Listen to the Podcast \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nAs we begin Pride Month\, join this edWebinar to gain ideas and best practices and strategies to educate\, inspire\, and lead with an LGBTQ+ lens as part of your classroom\, organization\, or district belonging and equity work. Our coalition needs to remain strong as educators across the country work to find ways to be inclusive and supportive\, especially when states and lawmakers are making it harder and harder to do so in classrooms and across education systems. \nWe reflect on the tragedy of the Pulse nightclub and the trauma that ensued as 49 lives were taken in the second-largest attack on the United States after 9/11. We remember those angels as we remind ourselves of the importance of our LGBTQ+ youth\, who need our constant support\, trust\, and partnership in this world—today and always. The discussion centers on creating opportunities for educators\, youth\, and families to access resources and to be aware of advocacy and support groups on campuses. \nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to PreK-12 teachers\, librarians\, school and district leaders\, and education solution providers. \n\nAbout the Presenters \nDr. Joseph Wise is the co-founder and board chairman for Distinctive Schools\, a network of high-performing public\, K-8 charter schools within Illinois and Michigan. Dr. Wise is also the co-founder and senior advisor to Acceleration Academies\, providing strategic support\, advocacy\, and partnership to expand their efforts to reengage students nationwide. He also serves as board chairman for the Education Research and Development Institute (ERDI) and is the co-founder and board chairman of Atlantic Research Partners. Dr. Wise is a former Executive Vice President and Chief Education Officer with Edison Learning\, Inc. and previously served as Director of Organizational Development for the Disney organization. Before Distinctive Schools\, executive roles\, and other founding efforts\, Dr. Wise served as the Superintendent of Schools for the Duval County Public Schools\, Christina School District\, Wilmington\, and others throughout his tenure. He holds his Ed.D. in educational leadership from the University of Florida. \nDr. Earl Mowatt is the Vice President of Education for the onePULSE Foundation\, a philanthropic organization established to honor the victims of the 2016 Pulse nightclub shooting. He has had measurable success in developing programs that positively impact lives\, including an intervention program that yielded a 30% increase in individuals seeking help for HIV prevention services. With a Ph.D. in sociology\, he strives to connect academic scholarship to communities for social change. Dr. Mowatt serves as a mentor\, a community outreach advocate\, and a social justice activist. \n\nA born-and-raised Floridian and University of Central Florida alum\, Danielle Jones has been a proud educator for over 14 years. With the majority of her teaching experience in working with underserved and diverse populations\, building relationships and connections with students\, families\, and the community has always been a main focus of hers. Working with the Office of Minority Achievement for Orange County Public Schools gave Danielle an opportunity to collaborate with like-minded professionals looking to level the playing field for all students. She is proud to be one of 49 recipients of a scholarship offered by the onePULSE Foundation this year. \n\n \nScott Frauenheim has dedicated his career to building positive learning environments for students and educators and is a recognized leader of transformational work in charter schools. Through his work\, Scott creates a shared vision\, enables leadership\, and empowers teachers. These attributes support schools through transformative change in implementing a nationally recognized personalized learning model—a model that has helped close the achievement gap through exceptional student growth and achievement. His experience with instructional and academic leadership\, school operations\, finance\, technology\, fundraising\, and development efforts have enhanced his ability to oversee a variety of important components within the Distinctive Schools model. \n\nJennifer Ferrari is the CEO & President of the Education Research and Development Institute (ERDI)\, which convenes district and industry leaders to collaboratively tackle top problems of practice and optimize product innovation for new solutions that support PK-12 education. Jennifer regularly engages in national dialogue with thought leaders from across the US and is able to validate and verify emerging trends in education. Prior to her current role\, she served as the VP & Chief Schools Officer of an innovative public education management organization nationally recognized for its trailblazing work in personalized learning. Jennifer led the organization’s strategic planning process\, supported leadership development\, and oversaw the comprehensive academic model. She has also served as a teacher\, principal\, and assistant superintendent in the northern suburbs of Chicago. With 25 years of rich public education experience\, Jennifer has strong expertise in leadership development\, change management\, curriculum & instruction\, personalized learning\, dual language\, and strategic planning. Jennifer earned her doctorate in Ed Leadership and Policy Studies from Loyola University in Chicago. \n\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Leading for Equity community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates.
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CATEGORIES:Equity,Family and Community Engagement
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SUMMARY:Uncovering the Joy of Math: It’s Not What You Think
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Brandon Smith\, Lead Mathematician and Product Director\, MIND Education \nSponsored by MIND Education \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nThere’s exciting science around what we find enjoyable. Spoiler: it’s not “fun” in an obvious way. What does enjoyment mean in the context of learning math\, and why does it matter when teaching math? View this edWebinar to uncover the key to true enjoyment\, how it amplifies learning\, and how to design math experiences for students to intentionally produce it. By discovering what your students enjoy\, you can harness this knowledge to create an engaging math experience that promotes deep conceptual learning. \nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to PreK-8 teachers\, school and district leaders\, and education technology leaders. \n\nAbout the Presenter \nBrandon Smith is the Lead Mathematician and Product Director 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. 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. \n\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Science of Learning Math community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, and receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars. \n\nMIND Education engages\, motivates\, and challenges students towards mathematical success through its mission to mathematically equip all students to solve the world’s most challenging problems.
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CATEGORIES:Mathematics
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SUMMARY:From Struggle to Success in Automaticity: Harnessing the Science of Reading
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dr. Elfrieda Hiebert\, President and CEO\, TextProject; and Marcus Ferrara\, Director of Academic Planning and Solution Development\, Scholastic Education \nSponsored by Scholastic Education Solutions \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nThe biggest challenge for many of the students who struggle in becoming proficient readers lies in the automaticity of their word recognition. When students struggle to recognize words automatically\, their reading becomes laborious and slow\, impeding comprehension. The goal of this edWebinar is to use evidence from the Science of Reading to describe why many students are not sufficiently automatic in recognizing the words in texts and how the texts and tasks of reading can be designed to solve the problem. Viewers leave with an understanding of the following: \n\nThe significance of automatic word recognition in reading comprehension\nFactors contributing to insufficient automaticity and why some students struggle\nStrategies for improving automatic word recognition including evidence-based practices and instructional techniques that help students enhance their overall reading comprehension\n\nDiscover the transformative insights of renowned reading researcher Dr. Freddy Hiebert as she shares how to shift students from struggle to success in reading. You do not want to miss this special event illuminating the power of automaticity for every student on their reading journey. \nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to teachers\, school and district leaders\, and education technology leaders of the elementary grades. \nAbout the Presenters \nDr. Elfrieda (Freddy) Hiebert is a renowned reading researcher and the President and CEO of TextProject. She has had a lifelong career as a literacy educator and as a teacher educator and researcher at the universities of Kentucky\, Colorado-Boulder\, Michigan\, and California-Berkeley. Dr. Hiebert’s research\, which addresses how fluency\, vocabulary\, and knowledge can be fostered through appropriate texts\, has been published in numerous scholarly journals and books. Her outstanding contributions to the field of reading have been recognized through awards such as the American Educational Research Association’s Research to Practice Award and a William S. Gray Citation of Merit by the International Reading Association. Dr. Hiebert is also the author of Scholastic W.O.R.D.\, a comprehensive K–5 solution that personalizes learning and increases comprehension by helping all students learn the words that matter most. \n\nMarcus Ferrara is the Director of Academic Planning and Solution Development at Scholastic Education. With 25+ years of nationwide experience\, Marcus is an accomplished educator specializing in education strategy and technology integration. He is passionate about creating strategic plans using research-based pedagogy to boost academic performance\, narrow achievement gaps\, and build professional development capacity for sustained achievement.\n \n\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new 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\nScholastic Education Solutions provides teachers\, families\, and communities with the tools they need to support each and every child with print and technology-based learning programs for pre-K to grade 12\, expert professional development\, family and community engagement\, and learning supports.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/teach2read20230622/
CATEGORIES:Literacy,Reading Skills,Science of Reading
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SUMMARY:Tips for Supporting and Retaining Your New Teachers
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dr. Wendy Amato\, Chief Academic Officer\, K12 Coalition; Keely Keller\, Director of Professional Programs\, Creator and Facilitator of EQUIP\, Teaching Channel; and Feroze Munshi\, Oakland Instructional Coach\, Oakland Unified School District (CA) \nSponsored by Teaching Channel \nWatch the Recording Listen to the Podcast \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nRecruitment\, new teacher attrition\, and teacher retention are major issues for districts and organizations across the country. This edWebinar provides information and support to school and district leaders on their quest to find a solution to new teacher retention challenges. The presenters discuss the best ways to support\, develop\, elevate\, and retain new teachers\, improving outcomes for all educational stakeholders. \nViewers see models and hear about best practices for supporting new teachers\, programmatic considerations for the development of new teachers\, methods for elevating new teachers\, and opportunities to improve the retention of new teachers throughout their programs. The presenters specify high-impact practices and explore criteria that help schools prioritize how to use their resources. School and district leaders walk away with actionable ideas for implementation. \nView this session to: \n\nDiscover best practices for supporting new teachers\nConnect programmatic considerations for the development of new teachers\nGain methods for elevating new teachers\nIdentify opportunities to improve retention of new teachers\n\nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to K-12 school and district leaders. \n\nAbout the Presenters \nDr. Wendy Amato earned her master’s and Ph.D. in curriculum and instruction from the University of Virginia. She holds an MBA from James Madison University in strategies for competitive advantages in complex industries. She began teaching in 1991 at Universite Blaise Pascal in Clermont Ferrand\, France\, has served as a middle school administrator\, and still teaches at UVA’s School of Education. Dr. Amato works tirelessly to support educators with resources and tools that support student learning outcomes. She collaborates with education leaders\, researchers\, and presenters who share the mission of teaching for the greater good. A thoughtful and engaging speaker\, Dr. Amato has delivered teacher professional development workshops and student leadership workshops across the U.S. and internationally on five continents. Outside of work\, Dr. Amato is a pickleball enthusiast and lives with her husband near Charlottesville\, Virginia. \n  \nKeely Keller holds a Bachelor of Science in special education from St. Cloud State University and a Master of Arts in Education from Hamline University. Keely is certified in three special education categories and holds both a Director of Special Education and a Principal License. Throughout her teaching career\, Keely served students with special needs and subsequently served as a special education coordinator in a suburban Minnesota school district. She has also taught as an adjunct professor at St. Mary’s University of Minnesota. Keely joined Learners Edge in 2016 and has developed numerous courses\, trainings\, and content pieces on a variety of topics in support of educators. Currently\, Keely serves as the Director of Professional Programs for Teaching Channel. She creates and facilitates new teacher programming. \n  \nFor over 20 years Feroze Munshi has been all over the educational world pushing students\, teachers\, schools\, and educational systems towards innovative methods and equitable outcomes. Supporting students\, Feroze is a three-time co-founding teacher and has taught high school physics\, math\, digital arts\, and senior capstone projects in public\, private\, and charter schools. Supporting teachers\, Feroze has been a teacher-residency supervisor\, a new teacher coach\, a national curriculum consultant and has been featured in or co-authored several books on curriculum and pedagogy. Always curious\, Feroze loves to play\, learn\, and take things apart (and reassemble them on good days). Recently he made a fabulous mess of the kitchen trying to make the perfect onion ring—earning a common reaction of praise and eye rolls from his wife and kids. \n\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Teacher HELP! 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 \nEQUIP for New Teachers by Teaching Channel\, is a comprehensive program that stands on its own or bolsters your existing induction program. Designed with busy pre-service educators\, new teachers\, and leaders in mind\, the program includes resources\, professional microlearning\, and exemplary videos of highly effective teachers in action. Learn more here.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/teacherhelp20230622/
CATEGORIES:School Culture/Climate
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SUMMARY:Proud and Empowered: Supporting LGBTQ+ Inclusion and Visibility in Education
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dr. Keisha Scarlett\, Superintendent\, Saint Louis Public Schools (MO); Dr. Tanya Wilson-Thevanesan\, Deputy Superintendent\, Fairport Central School District (NY); and Kelly Carpenter\, Chief Academic Officer\, Gananda Central School District (NY)\nModerated by Nate Lichte\, Director of Marketing\, Institute for Education Innovation \nSponsored by Institute for Education Innovation \nWatch the Recording Listen to the PodcastRead the Article \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nThis expert panel of educators\, advocates\, and community leaders share their insights\, experiences\, and practical approaches to supporting LGBTQ+ inclusion in schools. From inclusive curriculum development to creating safe spaces and implementing supportive policies\, they cover a range of topics that will help educators and school leaders create positive change. \nThis recorded edLeader Panel is of interest to K-12 school and district leaders. \nAbout the Presenters \nDr. Keisha Scarlett is the new Superintendent of St. Louis Public Schools in Missouri. She has 24 years of experience in education\, including serving as Chief Academic Officer in Seattle Public Schools. In that role\, she implemented a strategic plan to increase early literacy among African American boys and students furthest from educational justice. She is also co-founder of the Academy for Rising Educators\, a tuition-free educator preparation program with a 90% retention rate. Keisha was selected as Washington State Middle-Level Principal of the Year in 2014 for her work leading a Title One-funded school to 80% proficiency on state exams across multiple grades. She is a member of both Chiefs for Change Future Chiefs Cohort 7 and University of San Diego Future Superintendent Cohort. \n\nDr. Tanya Wilson-Thevanesan is the Deputy Superintendent of Fairport Central Schools in New York. She is the Deputy Superintendent for School Improvement and Community Engagement in Fairport Central School District. As an equity-driven leader\, Tanya amplifies student voice and works to eliminate barriers and disparities impacting access. She is passionate about women in leadership and is committed to sponsoring and promoting women as Cabinet members and Superintendents. A former middle school principal in an urban setting\, Dr. Wilson-Thevanesan co-led the writing of Monroe County Inquiries\, a curricular project that uses Rochester’s history of racial inequities to empower social studies students across the area in social justice change and advocacy. She leads professional development across the region in culturally responsive and sustaining pedagogy and serves as a panelist and speaker on closing access gaps for women in educational leadership. \n\nKelly Carpenter is the Chief Academic Officer for the Gananda Central School District in New York. With 30 years of experience in education\, including 21 years in administration\, she leads the district’s DEI initiative and transition to personalized learning. Kelly serves on the Wayne Finger Lakes Regional DEI Steering Committee and is Co-President of the Genesee Valley Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development. She mentored new administrators and is passionate about empowering students\, staff\, and colleagues. Previously\, as High School Principal\, she raised the graduation rate from 78% to 95% in just four years. Kelly’s commitment to excellence drives her career. \n\nAbout the Moderator \nNate Lichte is the Director of Marketing and Public Relations at the Institute for Education Innovation (IEI). With a decade of experience in education across K-12\, post-secondary\, and adult learning\, Nate brings a wealth of knowledge. Starting as an admission representative\, Nate quickly rose to Assistant Director of Admissions\, leading a team of 20 representatives. He then ventured into roles within colleges and universities\, advocating for education improvement. Nate’s expertise extended to companies like MyMajors and Ad Astra Information Systems\, where he implemented innovative marketing and sales strategies.\nAs the former Managing Director of Brainchild\, Nate guided the organization through a global pandemic\, achieving exceptional growth. Now at IEI\, he spearheads marketing\, communications\, and membership growth\, supporting strategic initiatives for sales and client acquisitions. Nate is a passionate advocate for equity and inclusivity\, driving IEI’s brand awareness. Based in Kansas City\, Missouri\, Nate and his husband share their home with their beloved rescue dogs. Beyond their fulfilling careers\, they cherish their roles as devoted uncles to nieces and nephews of various ages. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Mentorship for K-12 Leaders community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edLeader Panels\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\n \nThe Institute for Education Innovation is bridging the gaps between the individuals and organizations committed to seeing students succeed in school and life\, creating a safe space for constructive problem-solving and innovative thinking.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/k12mentorship20230629/
CATEGORIES:Equity,Leadership/Administration
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SUMMARY:The IEP and Me: Crafting Intentional\, Effective\, and Purposeful IEPs from the Inside Out
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Amanda Struss\, Educational Ambassador\, STAGES Learning; and Dr. Michelle Nutini\, Director of Professional Development Services\, STAGES Learning \nSponsored by STAGES Learning \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nDesigned for novice special and general educators and administrators\, this edWebinar provides a comprehensive understanding of the essential elements of Individualized Education Plan (IEP) planning and development. IEPs are an integral part of special education\, but the intent behind its components and process is often misunderstood by team members. This session provides viewers with necessary information to contribute meaningfully to IEP development. Recognizing the critical roles of each team member\, we emphasize the importance of a cohesive approach for achieving success. \nThroughout the edWebinar\, we explore the IEP process from start to finish\, covering legal considerations and clarifying the roles and expectations of each team member. By gaining an inside-out understanding\, viewers learn how to intentionally design IEPs that effectively address the unique needs of each student. Key learning objectives for this session include: \n\nA comprehensive exploration of the IEP progress\nUnderstanding the legal requirements associated with IEP development\nExploring practical strategies to support students across different environments\n\nBy viewing this edWebinar\, you gain valuable insights\, tools\, and strategies to enhance the IEP development process and make it more robust\, meaningful\, and student centered. Join us to empower yourself with the knowledge to create intentional and effective IEPs that make lasting impacts on students’ lives. \nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to PreK-12 teachers\, school leaders\, and district leaders. \n \nAbout the Presenters \nAmanda Struss is a special education teacher and autism specialist who has worked in a variety of educational and clinical settings across the country for the last 14 years. Amanda is passionate about working to develop and provide the most positive\, comprehensive\, and individualized programs to support students who require intensive interventions in order to increase their ability to gain skills using a more natural teaching approach and to effectively access the environments that they are present in throughout each day. Outside of the classroom\, Amanda provides extensive consultation to families of children with autism and behavior disorders\, has helped develop and implement positive behavior and intervention systems for districts\, and has been a featured speaker at conferences about how to effectively incorporate positive behavior supports within the classroom. Amanda obtained her master’s degree in curriculum and instruction from the University of Connecticut’s Neag School of Education\, where she focused her studies on autism and Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports. \n \nBefore joining the STAGES Learning team\, Dr. Michelle Nutini spent over a decade teaching diverse high-needs students in the School District of Philadelphia before serving as the district’s Autism Support Coordinator for five years. In addition to providing professional development and consultation\, she built interactive resources to support the delivery of autistic support services in and outside 400 programs across the district’s 200+ schools. An award-winning educator invested in applying research to practice\, Dr. Nutini has presented at the CEC\, PDE\, and INSAR annual conferences and served on several advisory boards as part of community-academic partnerships with the University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Nutini earned her doctorate in special education leadership and management at Drexel University as a USELT Scholar\, which has been integral to her passion and work in building systems and capacity. She has an M.Ed. from Chestnut Hill College and a B.A. in psychology from St. Mary’s College of Maryland. \n\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Teaching Students with Autism 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 \nFor 25 years\, STAGES® Learning has been dedicated to creating quality teaching tools to help educators provide the best learning opportunities for students on the autism spectrum. Since our first product\, Language Builder: Picture Cards\, was introduced in 1997\, millions of children around the world have benefited from our products. Today\, STAGES’ offerings include award-winning\, photo-based teaching tools\, manipulatives\, games\, puzzles\, posters and sensory items\, culminating in our recently launched complete curriculum for children with autism or other cognitive delays. STAGES’ online learning platform\, releasing in time for fall 2022\, will provide a digital option to ensure educators can support learners with autism and language delays in even more ways.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/autism20230706/
CATEGORIES:Autism,Special Education
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SUMMARY:Empowering Student Voices: Integrating Podcasting in the Classroom with Common Sense Education
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Tali Horowitz\, East Coast Education Director\, Common Sense Education; Laura Ordoñez\, Head of Podcast Ratings and Reviews\, Common Sense Media; and Halo Rogers\, MS ELA Curriculum & Instruction Academic Technology IST\, Northside Independent School District (TX)\nModerated by Jennifer Ehehalt\, Sr. Regional Manager\, Midwest\, Common Sense Education \nSponsored by Common Sense Education \nWatch the Recording Listen to the Podcast \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nPodcasts are an amazing screen-free valuable educational resource for kids of all ages\, backgrounds\, and abilities. Podcasts provide great opportunities to differentiate learning\, address students’ social-emotional well-being\, and nurture a warm and inclusive classroom. In this edWebinar\, we talk about concrete ways to use podcasts for learning in all grade levels AND how to guide middle and high school students in crafting their own podcasts to demonstrate their learning. \nView this session to: \n\nDiscover the transformative power of podcasting\nHarness the potential of student voices\nGain valuable free tools and strategies that will enrich your classroom tomorrow\n\nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to K-12 teachers and librarians. \n\nAbout the Presenters \nTali Horowitz is the East Coast Education Director at Common Sense\, 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\nLaura Ordoñez is Sr. Editor\, Head of Digital Content and Curation for Common Sense Media. She manages all digital content ratings and reviews (podcasts\, games\, apps\, YouTube\, and websites) and oversees all digital content partnerships\, including Common Sense’s curation of Kids & Family content on Apple Podcasts. In 2022\, Laura spearheaded the development and launch of the first-of-its-kind comprehensive podcast ratings and reviews channel\, grounded in child-development principles and research. She then expanded her role at the nonprofit\, leading the efforts to create YouTube ratings and reviews to help families with tweens and teens navigate the popular video platform. Her focus is empowering diversity\, developing strong networks\, creating effective partnerships\, and continuing to increase awareness and education in the growing digital media landscape. \nLaura received her BA in journalism from San Francisco State University\, where she earned multiple awards and accolades for her investigative reporting and focus on diverse storytelling\, including the Oakland A’s Bill King Scholarship and Associated Press Sports Editors Award. She has 10 years of experience in communications and journalism and seven years in the podcast industry. All of her work has a central focus on diversity\, equity\, and inclusion; her main goal is to make sure underrepresented and underserved audiences are prioritized genuinely in all forms of media. \n\nHalo Rogers has eleven years of experience in education\, including teaching middle school English language arts (ELA)\, as a gifted and talented specialist\, and as a district instructional coach and curriculum designer. She earned her Bachelor of Arts in education from the University of Texas at San Antonio and later advanced her education with a Master of Arts in curriculum and instruction from Grand Canyon University. Halo’s work with gifted learners was marked by her innovative use of technology to challenge her students. Podcasting was a favorite activity for her students because it was both relevant to the skills students need in the 21st century and also engaging for them. \n\nAbout the Moderator \nAs Sr. 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’ll leave with concrete strategies from the field\, including how to build a positive school culture\, how to use straightforward templates to guide challenging conversations\, and family engagement implementation ideas. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new 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\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.
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CATEGORIES:Audio Learning,Digital Learning,Technology for Learning
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SUMMARY:Foundational Skills in Middle School ELA: Taking a Functional Approach
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Michele Burns\, Ed.D.\, National Content Specialist\, Houghton Mifflin Harcourt; Ryan Bailey\, National Content Specialist\, Houghton Mifflin Harcourt; and Melissa Day\, M.Ed.\, Product Marketing Manager\, Houghton Mifflin Harcourt \nSponsored by HMH Into Literature \nWatch the Recording Listen to the Podcast \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nDiscussions around the Science of Reading have traditionally been associated with elementary grades\, but the need for evidence-based foundational skills development and mastery doesn’t stop when students go to middle school! What does the Science of Reading mean in a middle school classroom\, and how can ELA teachers build on those foundational skills in a way that meets the unique needs of middle school students? \nView this edWebinar to hear from experts as they talk through strategies for taking a functional approach to refining and building upon middle school students’ foundational skills. Viewers can expect a lively\, collaborative discussion that provides actionable strategies\, such as: \n\nHow to use engaging texts and mixed media to keep middle schoolers invested as they learn new skills\nWays to incorporate social-emotional learning into lessons to create a classroom culture that is optimal for middle schoolers’ developmental needs\nHow to develop an action plan for supporting middle schoolers of all skill levels to build on their foundations and move toward higher complexity literacy skills\n\nJoin us for this engaging and practical conversation! This recorded edWebinar is of interest to middle school teachers and school leaders. \n\nAbout the Presenters \nMichele Burns\, Ed.D. is a National Content Specialist on the Northeast team specializing in humanities and the needs of multilingual learners. As a former middle school teacher and lifelong learner\, Dr. Burns has worked diligently on supporting the needs of all learners. Dr. Burns has her doctorate in education specializing in curriculum and instruction while enhancing teacher moves to support brain-based learning. \n\n \nRyan Bailey is a National Content Specialist with HMH focusing on secondary students and the humanities. Ryan was a National Board Certified teacher and Fulbright exchange participant who worked with adolescent learners across the learning continuum. Ryan is passionate about supporting teachers\, pairing students with great resources\, and creating just and equitable learning environments. \n\n \nMelissa Day\, M.Ed. is a Product Marketing Manager for HMH with a focus on ELA 6-12 and professional learning. She spent most of her career in the classroom as a middle school ELA instructor and recently received her master’s in educational leadership. Melissa is also the author of the Young Adult Fantasy series\, The Last Traveler. She is passionate about equipping educators with resources to feel confident in the work they do and empowering young readers to find their voices and share their own stories. \n\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new 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\n \nThe learners of today will shape the world of tomorrow. HMH brings learning to countless students and teachers—transforming lives\, supporting communities\, and making our society more just and inclusive for all. We offer a connected system of research-backed solutions\, where assessment drives instruction and learning can be personalized to meet students’ needs. Our engaging\, equity-minded content and customized PD are designed to elevate the potential of every learner.
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CATEGORIES:English, Language Arts, Writing,Reading Skills,Science of Reading
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SUMMARY:Inclusive Technology: Breaking Barriers and Empowering Learners
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Luis Perez\, Ph.D.\, Disability & Digital Inclusion Lead\, CAST; Sharon Smith\, Ed.D.\, Director of Special Education\, Hampton Township School District (PA); and Christine Fox\, CITES Project Director\, CAST \nSponsored by Center on Inclusive Technology & Education Systems \nWatch the Recording Listen to the Podcast Read the Article \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, and earning your CE certificate. \nWatch this for a thought-provoking edLeader Panel where education leaders delve into the power of inclusive technology systems. Gain insights into the needs of students\, including powerful assistive technologies (AT) to support learning goals and the critical need for accessible educational materials (AEM). We explore real-world examples\, discuss the impact on all learners including those with disabilities\, and highlight AT and AEM in action. Don’t miss this opportunity to explore how inclusive technology systems break down barriers and empower learners. \nThe Center on Inclusive Technology & Education Systems (CITES) framework\, funded by the U.S. Department of Education’s Office of Special Education Programs\, was co-developed with a cohort of diverse school districts across the country and provides tools and resources for district leaders to develop and maintain inclusive technology ecosystems. Check out the free\, openly licensed resources to foster collaboration across EdTech and special education empowering school districts to create and sustain inclusive technology systems to serve all students. \nThis recorded edLeader Panel is of interest to K-12 school leaders\, district leaders\, and education technology leaders. \nAbout the Presenters \nAs the Disability & Digital Inclusion Lead for CAST\, Luis Perez\, Ph.D. promotes the creation\, delivery\, and use of high-quality accessible educational materials and technologies to support equitable learning opportunities for all students. Dr. Perez is embedded with the Postsecondary and Workforce Development group at CAST\, which works to increase access to middle- and high-income careers for populations underrepresented in the workforce\, including people with disabilities. Dr. Perez‘s perspective is informed by his own lived experience as a person with a disability and multilingual learner. \nDr. Perez was recognized with an International Society for Technology in Education (ISTE) Making It Happen! Award in 2020 and as an Apple Distinguished Educator and Google Certified Innovator. He has published the following books: Mobile Learning for All\, Dive into UDL\, and Learning on the Go. In addition to his work in educational technology\, Dr. Perez is an avid photographer whose work has been featured in a variety of magazines. \n\n \nDr. Sharon Smith is the Director of Special Education at the award-winning Hampton Township School District. Dr. Smith graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology and elementary education from Allegheny College. She completed her master’s degree in special education and supervision at Slippery Rock University and her doctoral degree at Point Park University. Prior to Hampton\, Dr. Smith was the Assistant Director of Special Education at Bethel Park and had also worked at both The Watson Institute and Children’s Institute. In those settings\, she developed a keen interest in assistive technology and ways to help students access educational materials. Dr. Smith has a passion for working with students and establishing a culture where all stakeholders collaborate to improve outcomes for all students. \n\nChristine Fox\, MS is the Project Director of CAST’s CITES project. Prior to joining CAST\, Christine was the Senior Director of External Relations for CoSN where she was responsible for professional advancement programs\, corporate partnerships\, and supported federal advocacy efforts. She spent over 16 years leading and growing SETDA\, most notably as the Interim and Deputy Executive Director\, where she charted the strategic direction of the organization. Throughout her time at SETDA\, she facilitated the members’ professional learning opportunities including two annual conferences and monthly online events. In addition\, she managed product development from conception to publication including Navigating the Digital Shift reports 2015–2019\, the Broadband Imperative report series 2012-2019\, and the Guide to Quality Instructional Materials. Christine’s background is in teaching and professional development with experience as a classroom teacher\, ELL coordinator\, reading coach\, and curriculum developer.\n \n\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, and earning your CE certificate. \nJoin the Technology in Schools community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edLeader Panels\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\nThe goal of the Center on Inclusive Technology & Education Systems (CITES) is to empower school districts to create and sustain inclusive technology systems that serve all students\, including students with disabilities who require assistive technology or accessible educational materials. CITES is developing and disseminating a framework of evidence-based practices\, aligned to the National Educational Technology Plan (2017) to enhance the successful use of technology by all students. We provide technical assistance to districts\, educators\, and families to ensure that students with disabilities are able to use the technology tools they need to foster learning and life success.
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CATEGORIES:Accessibility,Assistive Technology,Special Education
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SUMMARY:Ensuring High Levels of Literacy Through the Work of T.E.A.M.S.
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Paula Maeker\, Educator\, Author\, and Advocate for Learner-Centered Education; and Jacqueline Heller\, Educator\, Coach\, Author\, and Advocate for High-Level Learning for All Students \nSponsored by Solution Tree \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nExplore how teacher teams can ensure equitable literacy learning so that every student masters essential reading standards. Jacquie Heller and Paula Maeker\, authors of Literacy in a PLC at Work: Guiding Teams to Get Going and Get Better in Grades K–6 Reading\, help literacy educators navigate the teaching\, learning\, assessment\, and feedback cycle of reading through the lens of Professional Learning Communities at Work®. \nView this edWebinar to learn how to: \n\nAnalyze and improve current literacy practices\, curricula\, and instructional focus within the context of a PLC at Work\nCreate the systems and processes that ensure all students learn at high levels\nBuild effective collaborative structures that focus on the right work in the right way through the T.E.A.M.S. framework\n\nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to K–6 teachers\, reading specialists\, campus administrators\, and district leadership. \n\nAbout the Presenters \nPaula Maeker is an educator\, consultant\, and advocate for learner-centered education. She has over 24 years’ experience as an elementary teacher\, literacy specialist\, instructional coach\, Title 1 program coordinator\, campus administrator\, director of elementary literacy\, and director of instructional design. \n\nJacqueline Heller focuses on building capacity and collective efficacy with teachers\, to ensure all students learn at high levels. As a literacy teacher and coach at Mason Crest Elementary\, she helped the school become the first National Model Professional Learning Community to receive the DuFour Award. \n\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Be a Literacy Hero 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 \nSince 1998\, Solution Tree has worked to empower educators. We share your vision to transform education to ensure learning for all\, and we can help you make this vision a reality. No other professional learning company provides our unique blend of research-based\, results-driven services that improve learning outcomes for students.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/literacyhero20230712/
CATEGORIES:Literacy
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SUMMARY:Advice for Navigating Challenging Conversations in Early Childhood Programs
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Angela Searcy\, Ed.D.\, Author\, Adjunct Instructor\, and Mental Health Consultant\, Erikson Institute and Simple Solutions Educational Services\nModerated by Jennifer Lewis\, President\, Gryphon House\, Inc. \nSponsored by Gryphon House \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nIf you think perfect harmony is the essential characteristic of quality early childhood programming\, research shows otherwise. A study by Andrew Gianino and Edward Tronick (1988) showed that even the most positive relationships are in perfect harmony 30 percent of the time and spend the other 70 percent of the time navigating conflict. Conflict is an essential part of the human condition (not adult aggression\, intimidation\, or abuse—in those situations\, emergency measures should be employed). \nIn this edWebinar\, Angela Searcy\, Ed.D. discusses navigating equity issues like equally divvying up lesson-planning responsibilities\, quarrels with families over how much homework is too much\, disagreements over professional responsibilities around supporting identity development\, curriculum implementation\, and parental responsibilities when a child has a disability. This session helps you capitalize on these opportunities to better understand yourself\, your colleagues\, and the families you serve. Dr. Searcy’s Push Past It! framework provides strategies to understand your unique conflict style and concrete tools (like the adult meaning making machine) to help you get through conflict so you can elevate equity. \nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to early childhood teachers\, librarians\, school and district leaders\, and education technology leaders. \nAbout the Presenters \nDr. Angela Searcy holds a B.A. degree in English and secondary education with a teacher certification through the state of Illinois\, an M.S. degree in early childhood development from Erikson Institute with a specialization in infant studies\, and a Doctor of Education with a specialization in assessment and response to intervention. Her research revolves around brain-based learning as assessed by CLASS and its correlation to aggressive behaviors in preschool children. Dr. Searcy has a developmental therapy credential through the early intervention systems of Illinois and an Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health Certificate from Erikson Institute. \nAn educator since 1990\, Dr. Searcy is the owner and founder of Simple Solutions Educational Services and has experience at all levels of education. Dr. Searcy is currently a seminar leader and adjunct faculty at Erikson Institute\, a professional development provider for Discovery Source\, a CLASS Pre-K Affiliate Trainer for Teachstone\, a mental health and educational consultant\, and the author of Push Past It! A Positive Approach to Challenging Classroom Behaviors and Elevating Equity: Advice for Navigating Challenging Conversations in Early Childhood Programs. \n\nAbout the Moderator \nJennifer Lewis is the President at Gryphon House\, Inc.\, the leading publisher of educational resources for teachers and parents. \n\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Early Learning Book Chats 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\nGryphon House\, Inc. is an award-winning publisher of early childhood resources for teachers and parents.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/bookchats20230713/
CATEGORIES:Early Childhood Learning,Equity,PreK-K Programs
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SUMMARY:Center Learner Variability in Learning: Tools\, Resources\, and Strategies
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dr. Shayla Cornick\, Project Director\, Learner Variability\, Digital Promise; and Parker Van Nostrand\, Senior Project Manager\, Product Certifications\, Digital Promise\nModerated by Sierra Noakes\, Project Director\, Marketplace\, Digital Promise \nSponsored by Digital Promise \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nHow do you meet your students where they are? In this edWebinar\, Digital Promise teammates Dr. Shayla Cornick and Parker Van Nostrand support educators and education leaders in centering learner variability in learning. As former teachers\, they provide actionable resources and strategies to support the selection of materials that are designed to reach the whole learner. \nThrough the conversation\, viewers learn more about how to leverage the Learner Variability Product Certification and Learner Variability Navigator\, as well as opportunities for educators to drive edtech design toward authentic learner needs. The presenters also engage in a short panel to share their own experiences with edtech selection and challenges along with strategies to support finding the right materials for your students. \nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to PreK-12 teachers\, librarians\, school and district leaders\, and education technology leaders. \n\nAbout the Presenters  \nDr. Shayla Cornick is a Project Director on the Learner Variability team at Digital Promise and has nearly 20 years of experience in education. Through her many roles in K-12 education as a classroom teacher\, researcher\, technology integration manager\, and assessment director\, she has demonstrated her passion for creating more equitable educational experiences for teachers and students. At Digital Promise\, she continues to fuel her passion by supporting edtech programs that offer capacity-building tools and resources for researchers and developers to create more equitable K-12 learning technologies. Dr. Cornick received undergraduate degrees in mathematics and engineering from Spelman College and Georgia Institute of Technology respectively. She holds a doctorate in education from George Washington University where she studied how African American females identify with engineering and the factors that impact their participation in engineering education. \n\nParker Van Nostrand is a Senior Project Manager at Digital Promise. He has a background in teaching language arts at a bilingual school\, edtech student operations\, and high school and college admissions. He brings a passion for language identity and language learning equity to his role at Digital Promise\, where he supports the creation and adoption of Product Certifications for edtech tools. He holds a B.A. in applied linguistics from Grinnell College and an M.A. in linguistics from the University of Amsterdam\, where he researched the long-term efficacy of bilingual school programs in Europe. \n\nAbout the Moderator \nSierra Noakes works at Digital Promise as the Marketplace Project Director to ensure educators and learners are the primary drivers of edtech innovations. Through Product Certifications\, she aims to create an ecosystem in which districts have access to essential information about the quality of the edtech products they are considering for procurement. As such\, her work is centered around building indicators for the ways equity and research have been centered in edtech design and implementation. \n\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Personalize Learning for Learner Variability 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\nDigital Promise was created with the mission to accelerate innovation in education to improve opportunities to learn. \n\n 
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/personalizedlearning230713/
CATEGORIES:Differentiated Instruction,Equity,Special Education
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SUMMARY:Immediate Action Items for Educator Stress and Burnout
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Christopher Jenson\, M.D.\, Senior Health Advisor\, Educator\, Public Speaker\, and Amazon #1 Best-Selling Author on School Mental Health \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nDrowning in the background of the youth mental health crisis are the front-line caregivers—educators. Their noble pattern of self-sacrifice and serving others has now been compounded with escalating and sometimes unrealistic demands with no clear end in sight. Data demonstrates that the self-care band-aid has not been sufficient. \nDr. Christopher Jenson blends his experience as an emergency medicine physician and high school teacher to develop effective strategies for mitigating career exhaustion and burnout. In this edWebinar\, he shares several effective implementations from the world of healthcare that improved working conditions for medical caretakers and scales them appropriately for educators and school operations. Educators will be equipped with specific action items to improve their workflow\, career satisfaction\, and ability to form professional boundaries\, while still meeting the needs of the school and their community. \nThis edWebinar is of interest to K-12 educators and counselors who want to learn more for their own self-care and for the mental health and wellness of their students. \nThis edWebinar is part of Mental Health & Wellness Week. Join us for a week of advice\, resources\, and solutions that address educator and student mental health and wellness. \nAbout the Presenter \nDr. Christopher Jenson proudly served as an emergency medicine physician\, CDC Science Ambassador Fellow\, and nationally recognized educator before launching into his current passion—designing practical solutions for health-related challenges in schools across the U.S. and Canada. His first book\, After the Mask: A Guide to Caring for Students and Schools\, peaked at Amazon’s #1 Best Seller and #1 New Release during the summer of 2021\, making an impact in both educational and mental-health-related categories. Dr. Jenson recently completed a nationwide study of 34 schools and more than 700 students\, assessing the quantitative performance of preventative mental health with secondary students. The escalating health needs in schools have inspired Dr. Jenson to focus on his current passions: creating operational frameworks where teachers can seamlessly embed preventative mental health into the daily classroom experience and implementing specific action items from healthcare to deter educator burnout. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new 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.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/mentalhealth20230717/
CATEGORIES:Educator Self-Care and Wellness,Health and Wellness,Mental Health and Wellness
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SUMMARY:Level Up! Improving K-8 Math Outcomes Using Digital Games
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Chloe CancioBello-Peña\, Classroom Teacher/2nd Grade Team Leader\, Somerset Academy St. Lucie (FL); Dr. André R. Denham\, Associate Dean for Graduate Academic Affairs and Associate Professor of Instructional Technology\, The University of Alabama; and Dr. Joshua Prieur\, Educational Efficacy Director\, Prodigy Education \nSponsored by Prodigy Education \nWatch the Recording Listen to the Podcast \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nWorld-class digital games can spark a love of learning unlike anything else. As technology rapidly evolves\, the number of careers in STEM-related fields is increasing dramatically. Educators can prepare students for long-term success by helping to establish and nurture a long-term love of math in K-8 students. They can do this by putting motivation first and blending the standards-aligned content math students need to know with world-class digital games. \nResearch has shown that digital game-based learning can increase motivation\, build student confidence\, and promote improved academic achievement in math. View this edWebinar to: \n\nDiscover foundational research demonstrating the impact that digital game-based learning can have on academic and attitudinal outcomes\nLearn how to implement a cycle-based model to choose digital games\, integrate them into your classroom\, and evaluate their impact\nHear practical tips for integrating impactful digital games into the K-8 classroom\n\nView for a session that helps you to level up your use of digital game-based learning tools in the K-8 math classroom! This edWebinar is of interest to K-8 math teachers\, school and district leaders\, and education technology leaders. \n\nAbout the Presenters \nChloe CancioBello-Peña is a classroom teacher who leads the 2nd grade team at Somerset Academy St. Lucie in Port St. Lucie\, Florida. Chloe (known to her students as Mrs. C\, Mrs. Peña\, Mrs. CancioBello\, or Mrs. CBP) has been teaching for seven years and is originally from Miami\, Florida. She garnered recognition for her exemplary teaching abilities when she was honored with the prestigious title of Teacher of the Year for the 2019-2020 academic year. Chloe’s instructional approach extends beyond conventional methods\, as evidenced by her implementation of a captivating Pokémon-themed classroom environment during the previous academic year and her work as a Global Ambassador for Prodigy Education. Beyond her classroom responsibilities\, she actively engages in various endeavors within her school community. She has spearheaded the establishment and operation of the Future Educators of America club and during the summer she assumes the role of summer camp director. \n\nDr. André R. Denham is an Associate Professor of Instructional Technology in the Department of Educational Leadership\, Policy\, and Technology Studies at The University of Alabama. He is also the Associate Dean for Graduate Academic Affairs in the Graduate School. His research focuses on the design\, development\, and integration of games—both analog and digital—as a means of transforming how we teach and learn mathematics. His research addresses interrelated strands of inquiry that contribute to the growing knowledge base surrounding using games as an instructional tool: the design and development of games\, the integration of game-based learning in the mathematics classroom\, and the identification of effective methods for increasing the game-based learning knowledge of mathematics teachers. Dr. Denham has presented over 35 conference papers\, roundtables\, and poster sessions at national and international professional conferences. In addition\, he has given over 20 invited talks\, keynotes\, and workshops. \n\nDr. Joshua Prieur is the Educational Efficacy Director at Prodigy Education. Prior to joining Prodigy Education\, Dr. Prieur was an award-winning educator who served in public K-12 education for eight years in Florida as a classroom teacher and then as an assistant principal. Dr. Prieur often participates in public speaking opportunities at education-centric conferences. Most recently\, he led a thought leadership panel at SXSW EDU 2023 entitled The Current State of Digital Game-Based Learning. He has also appeared as a guest on podcasts\, on national television\, and on the radio. Based in Toronto\, Canada\, Dr. Prieur champions collaborative discourse to grow and evolve the field of digital game-based learning. His primary focus is supporting educators who use digital games in their classrooms. \n\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Game-Based 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 \nProdigy Education is a global leader in digital game-based learning. Our mission is to help every student in the world love learning\, motivating millions worldwide via fun\, secure\, and accessible standards-aligned gameplay experiences. At Prodigy Education\, we believe maximizing student motivation helps develop a lifetime love of learning. Prodigy’s approach to fun\, game-based learning means kids no longer have to choose between homework and playtime.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/gaming20230717/
CATEGORIES:Game-Based Learning,Mathematics
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SUMMARY:Expert Advice on the Student Mental Health Crisis
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Christopher Jenson\, M.D.\, Senior Health Advisor\, Educator\, Public Speaker\, and Amazon #1 Best-Selling Author on School Mental Health; Kristi Dixon\, School Counselor\, Blue Valley Unified School District 229 (KS); Heidi Albin\, Teacher\, Curriculum Author\, Gaming Concepts Curriculum; and Brett Derickson\, Assistant Principal\, Carson Middle School\, Fountain-Fort Carson School District 8 (CO) \nWatch the Recording Listen to the Podcast \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nView this edWebinar for a discussion with Dr. Christopher Jenson and experts with deep experience in the field of student health and wellness. They discuss: \n\nThe acceleration of the student mental health crisis\, student health metrics from 2000 forward (pre\, during\, and post-pandemic)\, and the driving forces for the downward spiral\nImplementations are currently in place: Are we happy with them? Why or why not?\nThe current assets and limitations of schools: What are they? What roles do we feel communities are pushing us into? Do we have the capacity to treat?\nThe role of embedded preventive mental health (novel approach) with a discussion of the research data and perspectives from presenters\n\nThis edWebinar is of interest to K-12 educators and counselors who want to learn more for their own self-care and for the mental health and wellness of their students. \nThis edWebinar is part of Mental Health & Wellness Week. Join us for a week of advice\, resources\, and solutions that address educator and student mental health and wellness. \nAbout the Presenters \nDr. Christopher Jenson proudly served as an emergency medicine physician\, CDC Science Ambassador Fellow\, and nationally recognized educator before launching into his current passion—designing practical solutions for health-related challenges in schools across the U.S. and Canada. His first book\, After the Mask: A Guide to Caring for Students and Schools\, peaked at Amazon’s #1 Best Seller and #1 New Release during the summer of 2021\, making an impact in both educational and mental-health-related categories. Dr. Jenson recently completed a nationwide study of 34 schools and more than 700 students\, assessing the quantitative performance of preventative mental health with secondary students. The escalating health needs in schools have inspired Dr. Jenson to focus on his current passions: creating operational frameworks where teachers can seamlessly embed preventative mental health into the daily classroom experience and implementing specific action items from healthcare to deter educator burnout. \n\nKristi Dixon began her professional career as a special education teacher before moving on to school counseling in 2001. Kristi earned her Bachelor of Science in elementary education (1993) and Master of Science\, special education – learning disabilities and serious emotional disability (1995) at Kansas State University. She then completed her second master’s degree in school counseling at Emporia State University (2000). \nSince 1996\, Kristi has supported countless students while also serving on her district’s Drug & Alcohol Intervention and Prevention Task Force\, as well as promoting diversity\, equity\, and inclusion initiatives with students\, staff\, and the community at large. She has taught as an adjunct instructor in graduate programs for school counseling at Emporia State University and University of Missouri-Kansas City. In 2016\, Kristi was awarded Kansas School Counselor of the Year. Kristi is most proud of her role as Mom to her 16-year-old son\, Elijah. \n\nHeidi Albin\, a Milken Educator and National Presidential Awardee for Excellence in Mathematics and Science Teaching\, began her career in alternative education as a teacher and character education coordinator at Complete High School Maize. In addition to helping CHSM receive recognition as a Character.org National School of Character\, Heidi successfully implemented a facility therapy dog program in her school\, helped CHSM receive recognition as a Green School of the Year\, and established a handicap-accessible community garden. \nAs a Master Angler with Fishing’s Future and a member of the board of directors for Wild KS\, Heidi wrote and implemented curricula for fishing\, wilderness survival\, and camping. She loves sharing her resources by presenting at conferences and serving on committees such as the KSDE Learning COVID-19 Response Task Force and on a national 100Kin10 team. Heidi has co-authored character education curricula as well as esports curricula. \nBrett Derickson is a veteran educator of 25 years primarily as a social studies teacher\, soccer coach\, and International Baccalaureate coordinator. Brett has a BS in education from Ohio University (1999) and advanced degrees in curriculum and instruction as well as educational leadership. For six years Brett has continued his leadership as a secondary assistant principal. Working primarily with military dependents and their families in Colorado Springs\, his leadership continues to evolve as mental health initiatives and support take the main stage in schools today. Brett is also the co-founder of School House Cracked\, an education podcast/vlog examining all aspects of school and community that impact American society. A father of three high-school-aged students\, adapting to parenting in an era of social-emotional turmoil has shaped his approach to school policy and practices as well as the significance of relationships with all stakeholders. \n\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new 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.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/mentalhealth20230718/
CATEGORIES:Health and Wellness,Mental Health and Wellness
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SUMMARY:Improving Engagement and Performance: Key Thinking Moves All Instructional Leaders Should Look for K-8
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dr. Ron Ritchhart\, Senior Research Associate (Retired) at Project Zero\, Harvard Graduate School of Education\, and Director of Worldwide Cultures of Thinking Project; and Francis Vigeant\, Founder and CEO\, KnowAtom \nCo-Sponsored by KnowAtom & Worldwide Cultures of Thinking in Action \nWatch the Recording Listen to the Podcast Read the Article \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nWhy do ideas take off in some classrooms and fall flat in others? Why do some classrooms experience more learning loss than others? View this edLeader Panel for an evidence-based discussion to learn how principals\, teachers\, and curriculum leaders can develop a culture of thinking to transform student performance and engagement. \nKey takeaways from this session include: \n\nWhat thinking is and what it’s not\nHow thinking moves form routines and mindsets\nCommon curriculum and instructional barriers to student thinking\nAdministrative “look-fors” that bring a culture of thinking into focus\n\nThe panelists use K-8 science as a context for discussion\, exploring ties between thinking and new performance-based standards such as the Next Generation Science Standards\, using elements of KnowAtom’s evidence-based core science curriculum designed for K-8 Next Generation Science Standards in adaptive and adoptive states. \nThis recorded edLeader Panel is of interest to K-8 curriculum administrators\, principals\, teachers\, and instructional coaches. \nAbout the Presenters \nDr. Ron Ritchhart is a world-renowned educator\, researcher\, and author. For over 25 years\, Dr. Ritchhart served as a Senior Research Associate and Principal Investigator at Project Zero at the Harvard Graduate School of Education where his research focused on understanding how to develop\, nurture\, and sustain “cultures of thinking” for both students and teachers. After leaving Harvard in 2021\, Dr. Ritchhart has continued his classroom- and school-based research and writing to further the ideas of visible thinking and the creation of schools as cultures of thinking. Dr. Ritchhart’s ability to seamlessly merge theory\, research\, practice\, and application together in a highly accessible and engaging manner has made him a best-selling author of numerous books including Intellectual Character\, Making Thinking Visible\, Creating Cultures of Thinking\, The Power of Making Thinking Visible\, and his highly anticipated new book\, Cultures of Thinking in Action. \nFrancis Vigeant\, KnowAtom’s Founder and CEO\, is a former public K-12 science\, engineering\, and math teacher\, top-performing in New Hampshire statewide testing. Since 2006\, his work at KnowAtom has focused on authentic hands-on screens-off science instruction\, where instructional culture and cognitive rigor meet to support student agency and performance at scale. His work creating next generation science curricula and professional learning models for K-8 public education has successfully transformed districtwide science instruction for thousands of students through KnowAtom and has been the subject of Northeastern University studies. He served as Interim Board President of non-profit STEM Power/STEM Synergy and has been a regular contributor to STEM education workgroups including the Clinton Global Initiative. He currently serves as a strategic advisor to the School of Education at Gordon College. Francis lives in Massachusetts with his wife and son. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Inspire Learning & Engagement community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edLeader Panels\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\n \nMore than 17 years ago\, we started KnowAtom because… Teachers are important. They nurture student creativity and shape the next generation of problem solvers. But all teachers achieve more with complete resources and support. That’s where we come in. As teachers ourselves\, we believe creative\, evaluative\, and analytical thinking skills prepare all students for any college or career choice. And STEM disciplines are the perfect venue for learning these skills hands-on. With KnowAtom\, students are scientists and engineers. They investigate real-world phenomena and learn how to solve problems and answer questions for themselves. KnowAtom provides schools with K-8 curriculum and materials designed for the Next Generation Science Standards. Plus you’ll never have to shop for materials again — we deliver all the hands-on resources you need right to your classroom. So what are you waiting for? We’re here to help. Learn More About KnowAtom. \n \nThe Worldwide Cultures of Thinking Project began with two frameworks. The first was the 8 Cultural Forces\, a framework that helps to illuminate the building blocks of group culture. The second was the framework\, in the form of the Understanding Map\, for understanding what we mean by thinking. These frameworks\, and the associated tools we have developed around them\, are important vehicles for teachers and schools to leverage as they embark on creating robust cultures of thinking. \nOur current research in the Worldwide Cultures of Thinking Project has focused on identifying these mindsets/stances. They represent 10 guiding principles that propel the development of a culture of thinking. Thus\, we call this current line of research\, Cultures of Thinking in Action. We present these principles along with an accompanying theory of action that ties actions to outcomes. We also present a collection of resources\, tools\, actions\, and practices.
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CATEGORIES:Curriculum Development,Leadership/Administration
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SUMMARY:Effective Solutions for Student and Staff Mental Health and Wellness
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dr. Janine Domingues\, Clinical Psychologist\, Anxiety Disorders Center and Senior Director of Professional Training\, School and Community Programs\, Child Mind Institute; Jessica Rosenfeld\, School/District Partnership Manager\, Ripple Effects; and Bridgette Melton\, M.S. Psychology\, Client Development Representative | Certified Trauma and Resilience Practitioner-Education\, Committee for Children\nModerated by Donna Reichman\, Assistant Superintendent\, Wayne Township Public Schools (NJ) \nWatch the Recording Listen to the Podcast \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nView for a panel discussion on mental health and wellness resources and solutions for students and staff. There is an urgent need for effective ways to mitigate the mental health crisis. \nEducators want more resources to support mental health and wellness for their faculty\, students\, and families. In this edWebinar\, organizations answer questions educators have about mental health and wellness. Viewers have the opportunity to learn more about these solutions and the work they are doing to help serve and support school districts. \nThis edWebinar is of interest to K-12 educators and counselors who want to learn more for their own self-care and for the mental health and wellness of their students. \nThis edWebinar is part of Mental Health & Wellness Week. Join us for a week of advice\, resources\, and solutions that address educator and student mental health and wellness. \nAbout the Presenters \nJanine Domingues\, Ph.D. is the Senior Director of Professional Training for School and Community Programs and a psychologist in the Anxiety Disorders Center at the Child Mind Institute. She has developed and provided educators and school-based mental health professionals with evidence-based prevention and intervention training programs for schools K-12. Dr. Domingues is passionate about ensuring the sustainability of mental health prevention and intervention services in schools by empowering staff through effective and supportive training. \nShe specializes in the evaluation and treatment of anxiety and mood disorders in children\, adolescents\, and young adults\, and has expertise in providing treatment to children and families who have been affected by trauma and grief. Dr. Domingues is dedicated to destigmatizing mental health challenges through education and bringing evidence-based interventions to schools and communities. \n  \nJessica Rosenfeld is a former educator and an advocate for social-emotional learning and mental health. She has worked in the Edtech space for over seven years\, helping schools and districts around the country implement programming for SEL\, mental health\, and behavioral interventions. She is dedicated to helping create a safe space for all students to learn and grow. Jessica graduated from the University of Kentucky with a bachelors degree in Elementary Education. \n  \n  \n  \nBridgette Melton is a previous elementary school teacher and holds a master’s in psychology. She is passionate about combating childhood trauma by building resiliency into the classroom. Bridgette has continued growing her knowledge in this field and is a certified trauma and resilience practitioner. She is a member of the Education Partnership Team at Committee for Children. \n  \n  \n  \nAbout the Moderator \nDonna Reichman has been a member of the Wayne Township Public Schools for 20 years serving in the roles of Assistant Superintendent\, Curriculum Director\, Principal\, Staff Developer\, and Gifted and Talented Teacher. Her combined 26 years of experience in public education includes work on curriculum reform\, technology integration\, and professional development. Donna has been the driving force behind many curriculum implementations\, has opened a state-of-the-art early childhood center\, and started an in-house professional development center where educational leaders from her district can showcase and share their expertise and talents. She worked with the New Jersey Department of Education to develop programs that allow for progressive in-district professional development and was a New Jersey Gifted Society fellow. Donna graduated from Rutgers University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in English and Economics. She also holds a Master’s Degree in Elementary Education from Kean University and a Master’s Degree in Education\, Administration\, and Supervision from Caldwell University. \n\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new 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.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/mentalhealth20230719/
CATEGORIES:Health and Wellness,Mental Health and Wellness
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SUMMARY:10 Lessons in How to Build Relationships and Relevance in Career-Connected Learning
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Rachael Keaouhi Aquino\, Ph.D.\, Founding Executive Director\, Hawaii Workforce Pipeline\, Inc.; Robert Markle\, Ph.D.\, Education Research Project Manager\, The Christensen Institute; and Julia Freeland Fisher\, Director of Education Research\, The Christensen Institute \nSponsored by The Christensen Institute \nWatch the Recording Listen to the Podcast \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nWhile most K-12 schools are increasingly focused on career exposure and work-based learning\, these career-oriented activities and lessons focus solely on skills. It’s time schools harness the full potential of career-connected learning by pairing skill building with network building. \nIn an 18-month pilot program led by the Christensen Institute—in partnership with three intermediary organizations representing 20 pilot sites—career-connected learning practitioners revealed the challenges and successes experienced in beginning to strategically implement network building through lessons and activities. Featuring leaders from both research and practice\, this edWebinar reveals 10 key lessons learned in this implementation and highlight specific strategies schools can implement in the coming year. \nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to K-12 teachers and school and district leaders. \n\nAbout the Presenters \nDr. Rachael Keaouhi Aquino is the Windward Career and Technical Education (CTE) Intermediary. She supports the Windward Department of Education\, specifically the Windward Academy for CTE. She aims to provide a variety of work-based learning opportunities for K-12 public school students on the Windward side of Oahu. As a Native Hawaiian\, Dr. Aquino is passionate about providing educational opportunities for students from the local community and encouraging them to pursue careers that will provide them with a sustainable\, living wage. \n\nRobert Markle\, Ph.D. is a Research Manager at the Christensen Institute. His work focuses on increasing awareness and adoption of emerging practices for expanding students’ access to opportunity\, economic mobility\, and personal well-being. Given Dr. Markle’s background in implementation science\, he is interested in how relationship-based initiatives can be optimized for local contexts to maximize their effectiveness. \n  \n\nJulia Freeland Fisher is the Director of Education Research at the Christensen Institute. Her work aims to educate policymakers and community leaders on the power of disruptive innovation in the K-12 and higher education spheres. Julia’s writing has appeared in outlets including Education Week\, The 74\, EdSurge\, Work Shift\, USA Today\, and The Boston Globe. She is the author of Who You Know: Unlocking Innovations That Expand Students’ Networks. \n\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new 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\nThe Christensen Institute is a nonprofit\, nonpartisan think tank dedicated to improving the world through Disruptive Innovation. Founded on the theories of late Harvard professor Clayton Christensen\, the Institute offers a unique framework for understanding many of society’s most pressing problems.
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CATEGORIES:Career Education,College and Career Readiness,Real World Literacy
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SUMMARY:Effective Solutions for Student and Staff Mental Health and Wellness
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Sara LaHayne\, Founder and CEO\, Move This World; Reagan Rogers\, M.S.\, Psy.S.\, National Director of IMPACT\, Invo Healthcare; and Maria Barrera\, Founder and CEO\, Clayful\nModerated by Dr. Robin Knutelsky\, Director of Curriculum\, Instruction\, Assessment\, and Human Resources\, Northern Highlands Regional High School (NJ) \nWatch the RecordingListen to the Podcast \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin us for a panel discussion on mental health and wellness resources and solutions for students and staff. There is an urgent need for effective ways to mitigate the mental health crisis. \nEducators want more resources to support mental health and wellness for their faculty\, students\, and families. In this edWebinar\, organizations answer questions educators have about mental health and wellness. Viewers have the opportunity to learn more about these solutions and the work they are doing to help serve and support school districts. \nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to K-12 educators and counselors who want to learn more for their own self-care and for the mental health and wellness of their students. \nThis edWebinar is part of Mental Health & Wellness Week. Join us for a week of advice\, resources\, and solutions that address educator and student mental health and wellness. \nAbout the Presenters \nSara LaHayne is the Founder and CEO of Move This World\, the leading provider of interactive social-emotional learning (SEL) experiences for PreK-12 students\, educators\, and families. Rooted in creative arts therapy and positive psychology\, Move This World programs are evidence based and designed for seamless delivery through multimedia experiences that spark movement\, connection\, and social-emotional development. A lifelong dancer and former professional performer\, Sara authored\, implemented\, and evaluated the original Move This World curriculum 15 years ago as a Fulbright Scholar in Bogotá\, Colombia. Headquartered in Brooklyn\, New York\, Move This World has impacted over 3.5 million students across 45 states and nine countries to date. \n\nReagan Rogers\, M.S.\, Psy.S. is the National Director of Invo Healthcare’s IMPACT program. IMPACT (Integrated Multidisciplinary Program to Address Childhood Trauma) is a groundbreaking program that integrates experienced mental health and behavioral health teams into the natural school environment. In her role\, she oversees this unique\, multidisciplinary team-based model for K-12 students in over 200 schools nationwide. Reagan is a certified school psychologist with extensive experience working with school-age children and clinical oversight of qualified mental health and behavior-related professionals. Leading 12 direct reports and nearly 200 clinicians\, her passion for creating supportive environments where students thrive academically\, emotionally\, and socially has led to a 150% increase in the number of students serviced. \nReagan’s journey in education began as a school psychologist\, focusing specifically on school turnaround initiatives and providing comprehensive wraparound supports for students. Throughout her career\, Reagan has consistently fueled her passion for teaching by serving as an adjunct professor of psychology and advisory board member. She has provided mentorship and instruction to undergraduate students on a diverse range of topics\, including lifespan development\, critical thinking\, theories of personality\, and introduction to psychology. Drawing from her deep understanding of the unique challenges faced by students\, Reagan has dedicated her career to developing and implementing innovative and evidence-based mental health programs. Reagan has a strong commitment to providing high-quality services to children and families in need and serves as a compassionate advocate for the success of every student receiving IMPACT services. \nMaria Barrera is the founder and CEO of Clayful. She is committed to addressing the youth mental health crisis. Born in Colombia and understanding the pressures of adversity\, she leverages her experience as a Stanford-educated engineer and from her pioneering role on Nearpod’s founding team to create impactful solutions in education. \nThrough her tireless research and collaboration with a diverse team of experts\, Maria developed Clayful\, offering accessible\, preventative mental health resources to families of all socio-economic statuses. Her dedication to training a diverse mental health workforce and establishing partnerships with schools has already impacted thousands of students across the country. \n\nAbout the Moderator \nDr. Robin Knutelsky’s area of expertise lies in curriculum development\, professional development\, and aligning and improving instruction. She has dedicated her career to improving instruction with a laser focus on improving student learning. After years in the classroom as an English teacher\, Robin joined the New Jersey Department of Education as the director of teaching and learning supports. She was charged with improving the teaching and learning supports for educators in the State of New Jersey. In 2017\, Robin became the chief strategic alignment officer where she was charged with clarifying\, aligning\, and simplifying tools\, training\, and support for school and district improvement. In 2020\, she returned to school leadership in New Jersey as the district director of curriculum\, instruction\, assessment\, and human resources. \n\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new 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.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/mentalhealth20230720/
CATEGORIES:Health and Wellness,Mental Health and Wellness
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