BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//edWeb - ECPv6.17.4//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://home.edweb.net X-WR-CALDESC:Events for edWeb REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260415T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260415T140000 DTSTAMP:20260415T174934Z CREATED:20260401T010514Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T174934Z UID:11940851-1776258000-1776261600@home.edweb.net SUMMARY:Preparing for Earth Day: Environmental Learning Resources for Lesson Planning DESCRIPTION:Presented by Callie Bendickson\, Director of Corporate Social Responsibility\, Itron; Jada Lewis\, Vice President for Programs\, NEEF; Kirsten Lofton\, STEM Program Coach; and Joyce Whitby\, CEO and Co-Founder\, Innovations4Education \nSponsored by Discovery Education and the Environmental Education Initiative \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nGet ready to energize your Earth Day instruction with free\, high‑impact resources created through the Environmental Education Initiative and powered by Discovery Education’s mission‑aligned partners\, Itron and NEEF. This edWebinar brings together corporate partners and an experienced classroom educator for a dynamic conversation about real‑world environmental learning and practical classroom application. \nTogether\, the presenters spotlight Excursion Across America\, Generation Innovation\, and other free student activities for grades 3–8—each designed to help students explore environmental challenges through authentic stories\, multimodal media\, and hands‑on problem solving. \nEducators learn how to: \n\nIntegrate standards‑aligned videos\, interactives\, and activities created with leading environmental and innovation partners\nHighlight real career pathways—from conservation to engineering—using partner insights that show how professionals protect the planet\nUse inquiry‑driven tasks to help students explore environmental issues and evaluate possible solutions\nTurn corporate perspectives into classroom‑ready strategies with support from an educator sharing practical tips and examples\n\nThis session equips educators with ready‑to‑use resources\, classroom strategies\, and partner‑connected career insights to inspire students to act for Earth—on Earth Day and throughout April and beyond. This recorded edWebinar is of interest to elementary and middle school teachers\, school leaders\, district leaders\, and education technology leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nCallie Bendickson has more than 25 years of experience leading corporate and community initiatives related to health care\, education\, and industry. She is currently the Director of Corporate Social Responsibility at Itron\, where she is responsible for facilitating Itron’s ongoing commitment to creating resourceful communities through corporate philanthropy\, employee engagement\, community partnerships\, and educational outreach. \n \nJada Lewis\, Vice President for Programs at NEEF\, works closely with NEEF program directors to design\, implement\, and evaluate programs and pilot initiatives\, while also exploring new themes and concepts in environmental education. She helps ensure the credibility and effectiveness of NEEF’s work by coordinating evaluation activities\, tracking emerging research and trends\, and identifying and sharing promising strategies and best practices in lifelong environmental learning. \nHer previous roles include Senior Vice President and Executive Director of City Year Baton Rouge\, Assistant Dean for Diversity at the Louisiana State University College of Engineering\, Regional Technical Advisor for the Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality\, and Operations Planning Engineer for Shell’s Convent Refinery. She also served a four‑year term on the Louisiana Board of Elementary and Secondary Education\, representing District 8 and helping shape statewide policies for public schools. \n \nKirsten Lofton brings 28 years of experience in education\, with a Bachelor of Behavioral Science in Bilingual Education and a Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction. She spent 15 years as an elementary classroom teacher before transitioning into instructional coaching\, where she dedicated 12 years to supporting mathematics and science instruction. \nShe currently serves as a STEM Program Coach\, partnering with educators to design and implement innovative\, student-centered learning experiences. Kirsten is a member of the Discovery Education Network\, holds certifications as a Seesaw Certified Educator\, BrainPOP Certified Educator\, and ISTE Certified Educator\, and has earned a National STEM Certification. \n \nJoyce Whitby is a lifelong EdTechKnowLedgist who started off as a special education educator in New York City and then taught graduate-level EdTech courses at Long Island University. Since then\, Joyce has been in the business of educational technology and has held key leadership roles in sales leadership\, professional development\, and marketing with organizations like Apple Computer\, Scientific Learning\, and SchoolMessenger. She also has extensive experience working with startup EdTech ventures. In 2017\, Joyce and her husband (aka @tomwhitby\, co-founder of #edchat) launched their consulting business working with emerging and growing EdTech companies\, helping to bring instructional technology solutions to schools\, Innovations4Education.com. \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nJoin the Preserving the Planet 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 \nDiscovery Education is the global leader in standards-aligned digital curriculum resources\, engaging content\, and professional learning for K-12 classrooms. Through its award-winning digital textbooks\, multimedia resources\, and the largest professional learning network of its kind\, Discovery Education is transforming teaching and learning and improving academic achievement around the globe. \n \nThe Environmental Education Initiative empowers K–12 students to explore the world around them through free\, standards‑aligned digital resources that bring environmental science to life. From interactive activities to multimedia lessons on topics like energy\, forestry\, and clean water\, this initiative helps students develop critical-thinking skills and make informed decisions that support healthier communities and a more sustainable future. URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/planet20260415/ CATEGORIES:Environment and Nature,Problem-Based Learning,Real World Literacy,Science ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://home.edweb.net/wp-content/uploads/20260415-planet-event.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260414T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260414T190000 DTSTAMP:20260414T231850Z CREATED:20260127T150953Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T231850Z UID:11531917-1776189600-1776193200@home.edweb.net SUMMARY:Achieving Systematic Writing Instruction: The Science of Writing Part 3 DESCRIPTION:Presented by Kristina Smekens\, President and Lead Consultant\, Smekens Education\nModerated by Didi Harris\, Literacy Consultant\, Smekens Education \nSponsored by Smekens Education \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nStronger writing achievement isn’t driven by one great lesson at a time—it comes from instruction intentionally designed to build across the year. \nJoin literacy expert Kristina Smekens for an engaging edWebinar\, part three of a three-part series\, that explores how the Science of Writing informs systematic\, yearlong writing instruction. Grounded in research and classroom practice\, this session focuses on how intentional sequencing\, scaffolding\, and spiraling of writing skills support sustained growth over time. \nKristina examines how to move beyond disconnected lessons and units toward a coherent instructional design—one that helps teachers know what to teach\, when to teach it\, and how skills should build across narrative\, informative\, and persuasive/argumentative writing. \nIn this session\, viewers learn: \n\nWhat the research reveals about systematic writing instruction\nWhy a yearlong\, sequenced approach is critical for developing strong writers\nHow to scaffold narrative\, informative\, and persuasive/argumentative writing skills across the year\, beginning with each genre’s foundational ingredients and organizational structure and building toward more sophisticated skills\nHow to sequence instruction so students first practice new genre skills with familiar topics and then transition to more rigorous\, text-based writing as their confidence and control grow\nWhat key factors to consider when designing effective writing mini units\n\nThis edWebinar is of interest to K–12 teachers\, school leaders\, and district leaders. \nView part one and part two:\n5 Writing Essentials of an Effective K–12 Program: The Science of Writing Part 1\nExplicit Writing Instruction: Debunking Common Misconceptions: The Science of Writing Part 2 \n \n \nAbout the Presenter \nKristina Smekens has built a reputation for using enthusiasm\, humor\, and common sense to equip K-12 educators with practical\, demystifying strategies for teaching reading and writing. As President and Lead Consultant for Smekens Education\, she is a leader in developing new strategies to help teachers meet the demands of today’s College- and Career-Ready Standards. She and her associates share those strategies with teachers around the globe through on-site professional development\, virtual and in-person seminars\, and an always-growing pool of print\, digital\, and video resources. Kristina has authored more than 50 books\, guides\, and classroom tools designed to help teachers implement best-practice literacy strategies. The Comprehension Playbook; Launching the Writer’s Workshop: Grades K-2; and Launching the Writer’s Workshop: Grades 3-12 are among the most popular titles. \n \nAbout the Moderator \nDidi Harris is a Literacy Consultant with Smekens Education\, known for her ability to empower educators through her warm\, energetic approach. With a background as an elementary teacher and reading specialist\, Didi has a wealth of experience in fostering student growth and supporting teacher development. She spent a decade at Central Elementary in Plainfield\, Indiana\, where she excelled in leading effective instruction in reading and writing. Didi is passionate about helping educators unlock their potential\, offering practical\, tailored strategies that inspire confidence and enthusiasm in the classroom. \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nJoin the ELA Today community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\nSmekens Education helps K-12 schools improve achievement in reading and writing by providing educators with practical and engaging professional learning. The team at Smekens specializes in inspiring teachers with simple\, best-practice literacy strategies that can be implemented right away. Schools around the globe rely on Smekens to provide powerful PD\, whether it occurs in-person\, virtually\, or on-demand. URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/ela20260414/ CATEGORIES:English, Language Arts, Writing,Literacy ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://home.edweb.net/wp-content/uploads/20260414-ela-event.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260414T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260414T140000 DTSTAMP:20260414T175427Z CREATED:20260331T180719Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T175427Z UID:11937143-1776171600-1776175200@home.edweb.net SUMMARY:Closing the K-3 Reading Gap: One School’s Journey DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dr. Traci Kervin\, Director of Curriculum and Instruction\, Seaside Charter Schools (FL); Sarah Holt\, Academic Instructional Coach\, Seaside Charter Schools (FL); and Sam Deffes\, Senior Literacy Advisor\, Professional Learning and Academic Partnerships; Learning Without Tears \nSponsored by Learning Without Tears \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nImplementing science-based reading instruction while navigating new literacy legislation can feel overwhelming. How do school systems move beyond compliance to achieve measurable classroom impact? \nThis edWebinar is a case study where leaders from Seaside Charter in Jacksonville\, FL share how a strategic partnership with Learning Without Tears\, combined with focused professional learning and intentional collaboration\, helped close reading gaps and strengthen teacher effectiveness. \nThrough the perspectives of a curriculum director\, classroom educator\, and Learning Without Tears partner\, you discover: \n\nWhat made their professional learning sustainable and impactful\nHow curriculum choices connect to overcoming barriers of change and non-negotiables\nHow cross-role collaboration between teachers\, leaders\, and Learning Without Tears strengthened implementation\nPractical strategies you can replicate immediately in your own setting\n\nViewers leave with actionable frameworks\, evaluation tools\, and professional learning insights to help transform literacy instruction and build a tailored roadmap for measurable student growth. This recorded edWebinar is of interest to K-3 teachers\, school leaders\, and district leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nDr. Traci Kervin is the Director of Curriculum for Seaside Charter Schools in Jacksonville\, Florida\, where she leads the development of a K–8 curriculum that integrates Waldorf-inspired pedagogy with state academic standards. With more than 20 years of experience in public education\, she has served as a Professional Development Consultant for Curriculum Associates\, a Math Supervisor for Duval County Public Schools\, and a classroom teacher. Dr. Kervin has also taught at the university level and holds a Ph.D. in curriculum and instruction from Florida State University. \n \nSarah Holt is an educator and curriculum leader based in Jacksonville\, Florida. She currently serves as a K–8 Academic Coach at Seaside Charter School\, where she designs standards-aligned curricula and supports teachers through coaching\, professional learning communities\, and collaborative planning. Sarah is passionate about improving literacy outcomes through research-based instruction and the Science of Reading. She holds a master’s degree in curriculum and instruction in early childhood from Arizona State University and has taught kindergarten and first grade in both Waldorf-inspired and classical education settings. \n \nSam Deffes has been an educator for over 19 years. She began her career at SP Livingston Elementary in Duval County and taught grades K-4 where she led the MTSS team. She also served Duval County as a Reading Coach and District Literacy Specialist. Sam is an accomplished professional development facilitator\, coach\, and content developer. She received her master’s degree from the University of Florida with a focus on curriculum and instruction in reading. Sam lives in Middleburg\, FL\, with her husband\, two beautiful children\, and a dog named Jimmy Bananas. She is currently the Senior Literacy Advisor\, Professional Learning and Academic Partnerships at Learning Without Tears.  \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nJoin the Building Foundational Literacy Skills 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\nLearning Without Tears’ mission in today’s changing learning landscape is to ensure that the path to student success remains simple and fun. We provide child-friendly\, hands-on\, innovative instruction for early learning\, handwriting\, keyboarding\, and writing strategies\, and our programs reach more than 31 million students in Pre-K through fifth grade. \n\n \n  URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/lwt20260414/ CATEGORIES:Early Literacy,Reading Skills,Science of Reading ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://home.edweb.net/wp-content/uploads/20260414-lwt-event.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260414T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260414T130000 DTSTAMP:20260414T165238Z CREATED:20260318T160005Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T165238Z UID:11881708-1776168000-1776171600@home.edweb.net SUMMARY:PBL Playbooks: Authentic\, Cross-Curricular Learning Without the Overwhelm DESCRIPTION:Presented by Jamie MacPherson\, Learning Solutions Specialist\, Van Andel Institute for Education (VAI Education); and Terra Tarango\, Chief Education Officer\, Van Andel Institute for Education (VAI Education) \nSponsored by Van Andel Institute for Education (VAI Education) \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nProject-based learning doesn’t have to mean massive\, time-consuming units that overwhelm teachers and students. In this hands-on edWebinar\, K–8 educators learn how to design “PBL Playbooks”—streamlined\, five-lesson units that integrate ELA\, math\, science\, social studies\, and SEL into one meaningful\, authentic learning experience. These “PBL Lite” units maintain the power of cross-curricular instruction and real-world engagement while minimizing prep and implementation demands. \nViewers walk away with a clear\, practical roadmap for building their own Playbooks\, plus one complete example unit they can use as a model. Join us to discover how small shifts in design can lead to big impact for students—and help them learn content while making the world a better place. This recorded edWebinar is of interest to K–8 teachers. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nWith over 20 years in education\, Jamie MacPherson brings the heart of a teacher and the energy of a lifelong learner to every session she leads. A former classroom teacher with 14 years of experience\, Jamie knows firsthand the joys and challenges of inspiring young minds. For the past seven years\, as a Learning Solutions Specialist for VAI Education\, she has shared her passion and expertise\, leading professional development experiences\, helping educators spark curiosity\, creativity\, and critical thinking in their classrooms. Jamie’s dynamic approach empowers teachers with practical strategies\, fresh ideas\, and renewed excitement for the art of teaching. \n \nTerra Tarango is a nationally recognized voice in education innovation. As Chief Education Officer at VAI Education\, Terra is known for transforming classrooms into spaces where curiosity\, creativity\, and critical thinking come alive. With more than two decades of leadership in professional development\, educational publishing\, and nonprofit work\, Terra can focus on big-picture vision or hands-on execution. She’s led national initiatives that empower teachers\, developed award-winning curricula\, and inspired thousands of educators through her keynote talks and workshops. \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nJoin the Student-Driven 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\nVAI Education’s mission is to prepare and inspire the next generation of scientists and problem solvers by creating classrooms where curiosity\, creativity\, and critical thinking thrive. URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/sdl20260414/ CATEGORIES:English, Language Arts, Writing,Mathematics,Project-Based Learning,Science,Social Studies and Civics ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://home.edweb.net/wp-content/uploads/20260414-sdl-event.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260413T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260413T170000 DTSTAMP:20260812T154926Z CREATED:20260310T020948Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260812T154926Z UID:11831095-1776096000-1776099600@home.edweb.net SUMMARY:The Role of Knowledge Building in K–5 Literacy: Creating Conditions for Active Minds and Independent Readers and Writers DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dr. Gina Fugnitto\, Former Educator\, Current Chief Implementation Officer\, Collaborative Classroom; Dr. Taylar Wenzel\, Senior Lecturer\, University of Central Florida; and Dr. Analexis Kennedy\, Lecturer\, University of Central Florida \nSponsored by Collaborative Classroom \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nIn today’s educational landscape\, “knowledge building” is often reduced to a list of science and social studies topics. But true literacy goes beneath the surface. While a cohesive curriculum is a vital starting point\, the most impactful learning happens when students move from passive recipients of facts to active architects of their own understanding. As educators\, it is our responsibility to think about knowledge more broadly and shift our focus to building knowledge from an asset-based perspective. \nJoin us for an insightful edWebinar where we explore the “below-the-surface” instructional practices and processes that support reading comprehension\, enhance the retention of information\, foster independent learning\, and turn content into lifelong wisdom. We dive into: \n\nKnowledge-building practices: See examples of knowledge-building practices you can incorporate into your lessons that elevate students’ understanding and foster discussions that integrate literacy with subject-matter learning.\nSmall-group instruction: Build a student’s background knowledge using a wide range of rich\, high-quality texts and resources to plan instruction that focuses on both literacy and knowledge building.\nStudent agency: How to shift from “standard-and-deliver” models to student-led\, interest-based research.\nThe power of metacognition: Strategies to help students evaluate their own thinking and integrate new information.\nThe teacher as facilitator: Moving beyond the “right answer” to spark deeper inquiry and evidence-based discussion.\nIntegrated literacy: Using reading and writing as interconnected tools for investigation and clarity.\nThe difference between background knowledge and building knowledge: What is required from students for each of these concepts?\n\nLearn how to cultivate a classroom culture where academic risk taking is celebrated and curiosity is the primary driver of achievement. Equip your students with the intellectual muscle to navigate a complex world—long after they leave your classroom. \nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to K-5 teachers\, literacy coaches\, curriculum directors\, school leaders\, and district leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nDr. Gina Fugnitto is the Chief Implementation Officer at Collaborative Classroom\, where she leads the Implementation Department in advancing professional learning and fostering the conditions necessary for sustainable implementation success. Drawing from a career devoted to empowering educators\, Dr. Fugnitto is committed to bridging research and practice to drive meaningful\, long-term improvements in student learning outcomes. \nWith a B.S. in elementary education\, an M.Ed. in educational leadership\, and an Ed.D. in curriculum and instruction from the UCF—specializing in literacy coaching trends—Dr. Fugnitto brings a unique blend of academic expertise and hands-on experience to her work. Her journey spans roles as a classroom teacher\, interventionist\, and instructional coach\, equipping her with a nuanced understanding of the challenges and opportunities educators face daily. Beyond her direct contributions to schools and districts\, Dr. Fugnitto has made an impact at state and national levels through her leadership in designing and delivering professional learning experiences that cultivate instructional excellence. \n \nDr. Taylar Wenzel is a Senior Lecturer in the School of Teacher Education at the University of Central Florida (UCF). She is the founder and Co-director of the UCF Reading Clinic and the Director of the UCF Downtown Saturday Reading Camp\, both of which offer acceleration opportunities to serve K-6 students in the Central Florida area and clinical field experiences for participating teacher candidates. She is the faculty lead for several community-partnership\, use-inspired research projects\, including STE’s Read2Succeed Partnership\, the Knights Read Community Bus\, and the City Year Teaching Fellowship. She has been a recipient of the University Excellence in Undergraduate Teaching Award and multiple Teaching Incentive Program Awards at the college level. She is the co-author of Small Groups for Big Readers: 10 Questions Answered About Core Reading Instruction in the K-5 Classroom. \n \nDr. Analexis Kennedy is a Lecturer of Reading in the College of Community Innovation and Education at the University of Central Florida (UCF). She spent 15 years working with K-12 students\, teachers\, and administrators. Her roles in K-12 included classroom teacher\, literacy coach\, district reading specialist\, and a professional development coordinator supporting teachers and coaches across the state of Florida. She joined the teaching faculty in 2015. Her research focuses on literacy\, literacy coaching\, professional learning\, and adult learning. Since joining teaching faculty\, she has served as the Faculty Chair for the KnightED Talks Professional Learning Workshops that serve to work with district and university partners to complement and enhance the content from their teacher candidate program of study. She is the co-author of Small Groups for Big Readers: 10 Questions Answered About Core Reading Instruction in the K-5 Classroom. \nJoin the Accelerate Learning community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \n\n\n \n \n Collaborative Classroom is a mission-driven\, nonprofit organization committed to ensuring that all students become readers\, writers\, and thinkers who learn from\, care for\, and respect one another. As one of the few nonprofit organizations in the country that develops\, disseminates\, and implements curricula at scale\, Collaborative Classroom is dedicated to putting students\, educators\, and research at the center of every decision and providing personalized\, cutting-edge implementation supports for the schools and students it serves. The organization’s evidence-based programs and innovative professional learning are used by educators in all 50 states in more than a thousand school districts. Collaborative Classroom’s portfolio of solutions spans preschool and prekindergarten through Grade 8\, with some curricula extending through grades 9–12. URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/accelerate20260413/ CATEGORIES:Literacy,Reading Skills,Student Agency and Voice ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://home.edweb.net/wp-content/uploads/20260413-accelerate-event.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260413T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260413T150000 DTSTAMP:20260420T141256Z CREATED:20260309T142707Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T141256Z UID:11825624-1776088800-1776092400@home.edweb.net SUMMARY:Assessment Essentials: Using Data to Measure Student Understanding DESCRIPTION:Presented by Emily Lutrick\, Ed.D.\, Experienced Education Leader\, Director of Assessment & Intervention Adoption Strategy\, Amplify \nSponsored by Amplify \nWatch the RecordingListen to the Podcast \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nIn this edWebinar\, we examine the types of data available through observational and asset-based assessments in literacy and math\, and their potential in the K–8 classroom. We also explore how real-time data and progress monitoring can drive differentiation and targeted instructional recommendations to best support intervention\, remediation\, and enrichment. \nWe pull out key examples of assessment items and responses or behaviors\, how they reveal student thinking\, and how they can be used to transform instruction and intervention to get all students to grade level and beyond. We also touch on benefits to teachers when it comes to understanding students and saving valuable time lesson planning. \nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to K–8 teachers\, librarians\, school leaders\, district leaders\, and education technology leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenter \nEmily Lutrick\, Ed.D.\, currently serves as the Director of Assessment & Intervention Adoption Strategy at Amplify. She previously served as the Executive Director of Curriculum and Instruction for Allen ISD\, as well as the English/Language Arts and Dyslexia Coordinator for the district\, the Assistant Principal at Bolin Elementary\, and a Math Instructional Specialist. \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nJoin the Assessment for 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 \nAmplify is dedicated to collaborating with educators to create learning experiences that are rigorous and riveting for all students. \nTeaching is always challenging\, often exhausting\, and sometimes exhilarating. At Amplify\, we want teachers to experience more exhilaration—more great classroom moments\, more great days when you’re reminded why you became a teacher. Whether you teach literacy\, science\, or math\, we create high-quality programs that make it easier for you to deliver inspiring\, impactful lessons that celebrate and develop the brilliance of your students. URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/assessment20260413/ CATEGORIES:Assessment ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://home.edweb.net/wp-content/uploads/20260413-assessment-event.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260413T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260413T130000 DTSTAMP:20260413T165151Z CREATED:20260330T233303Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T165151Z UID:11930847-1776081600-1776085200@home.edweb.net SUMMARY:Build a Culture of Questioning to Transform Learning DESCRIPTION:Presented by Erin Mohr\, Assistant Director of Elementary Education\, Hamilton Southeastern Schools (IN); and April Smith\, Lead Gifted and Talented Teacher for Elementary Schools\, Orangeburg County School District (SC)\nModerated by Teri Laliberte\, Assistant Director of Professional Learning\, Great Books Foundation \nSponsored by The Great Books Foundation \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nWhat if the goal of your classroom instruction was to nurture a culture of questioning? Stepping away from the teacher-as-a-source-of-answers role gave our two presenters the opportunity to impact not only their students but also their collaboration with colleagues. Transform your classroom into an inquiry-rich environment where students and teachers engage in questioning to dig deeper\, delve into texts\, develop critical-thinking skills\, and improve reading comprehension. \nThis edWebinar explores how structured\, text-based discussion approaches can shift classroom dynamics\, empowering both students and teachers to engage in meaningful dialogue\, consider diverse perspectives\, and explore complex ideas together. Rather than positioning the teacher as the sole source of knowledge\, viewers examine strategies that support collaborative\, student-centered learning. \nHear how two experienced educators have incorporated questioning and discussion-based practices into their instruction\, and consider how these approaches can be adapted to support your own classroom goals. \nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to elementary and middle school teachers\, school leaders\, district leaders\, librarians\, curriculum coordinators\, and literacy coaches. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nErin Mohr is the Assistant Director of Elementary Education for Hamilton Southeastern Schools in Fishers\, Indiana\, bringing over two decades of experience in teaching\, instructional coaching\, professional development\, and educational leadership. She holds a bachelor’s degree in elementary education from Indiana University and a master’s degree in educational psychology with a concentration in gifted and talented studies from Ball State University. \nCommitted to academic excellence for all students\, Erin partners closely with principals and teachers to strengthen instructional practices and improve student outcomes. She has successfully led the implementation of Junior Great Books in 17 schools across Fishers and is especially passionate about teaming up with teachers to leverage the power of student thinking\, deep questions\, and evidence-based discussion. Erin and her husband\, Hank\, have three daughters\, ages 17\, 14\, and 12\, and two golden retrievers. She enjoys attending her daughters’ volleyball games\, reading\, cooking\, the beach\, playing golf\, and being around kids! \n \nApril Smith is the Lead Gifted and Talented Teacher for Elementary Schools in Orangeburg County School District. She has 26 years of teaching experience\, including 25 years working with gifted and talented students. April is a strong advocate for gifted learners\, particularly when it comes to ensuring they receive a challenging\, meaningful curriculum that promotes critical thinking and creativity. She especially enjoys teaching the Junior Great Books curriculum and believes strongly in its value for fostering deep thinking and thoughtful discussion among students. \nApril also serves as a sponsor for Edisto Elementary School’s National Beta Club and is a long-time member of Alpha Delta Kappa\, whose mission is to empower women educators to advance educational excellence\, altruism\, and world understanding. She has been married for 29 years and is the proud mother of a 10-year-old gifted and talented son who plays baseball for the Orangeburg Riverhawks. April enjoys supporting the Clemson Tigers\, visiting Walt Disney World Resort\, and spending time at the beach with her family. \n \nAbout the Moderator \nTeri Laliberte\, Assistant Director of Professional Learning\, started with the Great Books Foundation 20 years ago upon returning to the United States after teaching English\, developing teacher education programs\, and promoting critical-thinking skills in Turkey and Poland. She left the Foundation for a few years to work in higher education and professional associations focused on adult learning. Since returning to the Foundation\, she has enjoyed helping teachers and districts implement Shared Inquiry across the curriculum. \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nJoin the Inspire Learning & Engagement community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\n\n \n \n The Great Books Foundation is a nonprofit educational organization best known for having created Junior Great Books® programs that use the Shared Inquiry™ method of teaching and learning. Junior Great Books programs comprise carefully curated anthologies of outstanding fiction\, nonfiction\, poetry\, and drama that help boost students’ critical thinking\, fluency\, vocabulary\, and listening and speaking skills. Junior Great Books literature is unmatched for sparking student engagement and enabling students to discover a love for reading. Our professional learning courses help educators learn\, practice\, and continuously improve their use of Shared Inquiry. This unique method provides teachers with a framework focused on a collaborative process of thinking and reading in which teachers and students work together to understand a text. Teachers use this inquiry-based approach across the curriculum\, opening classrooms to new ideas and more engaged students. URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/learning20260413/ CATEGORIES:Critical Thinking Skills,Inquiry-Based Learning,Reading Skills,Student Agency and Voice,Teaching Practice and Pedagogy ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://home.edweb.net/wp-content/uploads/20260413-learning-event.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T180000 DTSTAMP:20260410T152150Z CREATED:20260222T202638Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T152150Z UID:11720538-1775754000-1775757600@home.edweb.net SUMMARY:Infusing Language Across Content Areas: Maximizing Multilingual Learners’ Language Development DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dr. Katie Toppel\, English Language Development Specialist \nSponsored by Savvas Learning Company \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nWhile all students must learn how to use academic language\, this task can be particularly challenging for multilingual learners. In content-area classes and general education classrooms\, multilingual learners must integrate their emerging knowledge of the English language with the content information they are studying. \nHow can we intentionally enhance instruction to strengthen content learning and accelerate language development simultaneously? \nIn this edWebinar\, Dr. Katie Toppel shares techniques and activities you can use to support students with a lens on structured output. Drawing on her experience as an English Language Development Specialist and ESOL Educator\, Dr. Toppel will highlight the connective thread between reading\, writing\, speaking\, and listening to support language development alongside content learning. \nViewers leave this session with: \n\nFun\, interactive practice and application activities for building multilingual learners’ academic language\nProven instructional techniques and activities for supporting students’ language development in conjunction with content knowledge\nA guide and template for planning language objectives to align with content instruction\n\nAll educators who work with multilingual learners—especially K-12 classroom teachers\, reading coaches\, literacy leaders\, instructional leaders\, special educators\, and curriculum directors—are encouraged to view this edWebinar. \n\n \n \nAbout the Presenter \nDr. Katie Toppel is an English Language Development Specialist in Oregon serving multilingual learners through co-planning\, co-teaching\, and small-group instruction. Dr. Toppel’s instructional background includes experience teaching kindergarten and first grade in addition to working as a K-12 Support Services Teacher at the Franconian International School in Germany. She has taught courses in the ESOL endorsement series at Portland State University and continues to support teachers in their professional learning journeys. \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \n\nJoin the Helping ELL\, ESL\, and Bilingual Students Succeed community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n \n\n \n\n \n\n \n\n \n\nAt Savvas\, we believe learning should inspire. By combining new ideas\, new ways of thinking\, and new ways of interacting\, we design engaging\, personalized\, next-generation K-12 learning solutions that give all students the opportunity to succeed. Our award-winning\, high-quality instructional materials span every grade level and discipline\, from evidence-based\, standards-aligned core curricula and supplemental and intervention programs to state-of-the-art assessment tools and the industry’s most innovative portfolio of college- and career-readiness solutions—all designed to meet the needs of every learner. URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/ell20260409/ CATEGORIES:Bilingual and Multilingual Language Acquisition,ELL/ESL Language Acquisition,English, Language Arts, Writing ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://home.edweb.net/wp-content/uploads/20260409-ell-event.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T180000 DTSTAMP:20260408T214335Z CREATED:20260331T134549Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T214335Z UID:11933396-1775667600-1775671200@home.edweb.net SUMMARY:More Than an Answer: How Multiple Representations Tell the Story of Math DESCRIPTION:Presented by Hooman Behzadpour\, Professional Learning Specialist\, Radiant Minded\, and AP Calculus Instructor and Coach\, New Jersey Institute of Technology\nModerated by Judi Lapointe\, Experienced Educator\, Sr. Product Marketing Manager\, Perfection Learning \nSponsored by Perfection Learning \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nIn today’s advanced math classrooms\, rigor is accessed through multiple representations. Join this dynamic edWebinar designed for AP and Honors math teachers who want to help students see mathematics—not just compute it. \nWe explore how the four pillars of mathematical excellence—symbolic\, graphical\, numerical\, and verbal reasoning—open multiple pathways for learning and engagement. Discover instructional strategies that reveal the story behind the math\, empower diverse learners to think more deeply\, and strengthen conceptual understanding. \nEquip your students not only to master content\, but to connect\, communicate\, and own their mathematical thinking as well as demonstrate that learning on their AP exams. This recorded edWebinar is of interest to high school and AP/Honors math teachers and curriculum coordinators\, computer science and CTE educators\, principals\, and district leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenter \nHooman Behzadpour has taught just outside of Newark\, New Jersey\, since 2012\, when he joined Teach For America. In his 10+ years in the classroom\, he found that destructive socio-economic forces can be overcome and that success can be found in any classroom. Hooman has experience working in a variety of courses\, settings\, and populations. \nIn addition to his work at a public Title 1 school serving students of underserved backgrounds\, Hooman also has years of experience teaching at the university level\, where he teaches a Calculus 2 course; in a private all-girls school\, where he has virtually taught AP® Calculus BC; with middle school students as part of an enrichment program for students with a passion for math; with the National Math and Science Initiative (NMSI) as an AP Calculus Coach for both students and teachers; and with College Board®\, as an AP Daily Instructor and as an AP Reader for both AP Calculus AB and BC. \nHooman has received many accolades for his work in the classroom\, and recently transitioned to a coaching and consulting role\, where he can work with educators in a variety of settings to increase the educational outcomes of their students. On a personal note\, Hooman loves spending time with his wife and young daughters\, as well as in various community-building projects and initiatives in his community. \n \nAbout the Moderator \nJudi Lapointe has an M.Ed. in elementary education with an endorsement in gifted and talented education and a background in mathematics and science. She started as a K-5 classroom teacher. She has tutored middle school\, high school\, and college students in math\, science\, and reading. Judi mentored K-16 teachers and worked with administrators to implement systemic change for a STEM National Science Foundation Grant across nine urban districts in a collaborative effort. She spent time as a Math and Science Specialist for a Regional Service Center of the Texas Education Agency. She implemented a Comprehensive School Reform math grant at a military base school and was a district math coordinator. \nMid-career\, Judi shifted to creating solutions for schools at some of the leading educational publishers/edtech companies. Her expertise comes from analyzing data to collect information for systemic and strategic planning at the classroom\, campus\, and district levels and tailoring professional development\, assessment\, and curricular solutions to meet their specific needs. She has been influential in designing\, delivering\, and marketing some large-scale\, cutting-edge products and services in the market across product management\, product marketing\, and professional services as a thought leader.\n \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nJoin the Building Understanding in Mathematics community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\nAs a family-owned business founded by two educators\, Perfection Learning knows both the challenges and the opportunities that today’s learning environment presents. For 100 years\, we have been committed to working with educators to build the very best curriculum solutions for teachers and students. \nPerfection Learning is pleased to bring great strategies and best practices to the edWeb audience. Our partnership with Wiley offers high schools some of the top titles for Advanced Placement® and honors courses in the market. The AP titles are 100% CED aligned and listed on the College Board Example Textbook List. By focusing on flexible solutions that can be customized to each classroom\, Perfection Learning has enabled generations of teachers to help all students reach their potential and be able to demonstrate their learning on state assessments and AP exams. URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/math20260408/ CATEGORIES:Mathematics ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://home.edweb.net/wp-content/uploads/20260408-math-event.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T160000 DTSTAMP:20260408T194415Z CREATED:20260313T144915Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T194415Z UID:11860014-1775660400-1775664000@home.edweb.net SUMMARY:Built for Every Mind: Reimagining Classrooms for Neurodiverse Learners DESCRIPTION:Presented by Kara Ball\, Academic Officer and Author\, Teacher Created Materials; and Juliana Urtubey\, Educator\, Special Education Expert\, Understood.org\, and Director of Curriculum\, National Center for Grow Your Own\nModerated by Heather Brooke\, Vice President of Professional Learning\, Teacher Created Materials \nSponsored by Teacher Created Materials \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nIn every classroom\, there are learners who think\, process\, and engage in different ways. When educators design with neurodiversity in mind\, they create environments where all students can thrive. \nIn this engaging edWebinar\, Kara Ball\, Teacher Created Materials author and former IEP student herself\, joins Juliana Urtubey from Understood.org to share practical strategies for building elementary classrooms where neurodivergent learners feel seen\, supported\, and valued. Together\, we explore how designing with neurodiversity in mind can strengthen classroom instruction and expand opportunities for every learner. \nIn this edWebinar\, you learn how to: \n\nApply a strength-based lens to neurodiversity using clear\, student-centered language that honors diverse ways of thinking and learning\nImplement classroom strategies that strengthen executive functioning\, support flexible communication\, and increase engagement across content areas\, including STEM\nCreate classroom environments that elevate student voice and foster a stronger sense of belonging\n\nDesigned for K–6 classroom teachers\, instructional leaders\, and special education professionals\, this recorded edWebinar offers actionable steps for reimagining classrooms so every learner feels capable\, confident\, and included. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nKara Ball is an author and Academic Officer at Teacher Created Materials\, specializing in inclusive\, inquiry-based STEAM. A former K–5 teacher and district STEM coordinator\, she designs accessible learning experiences that empower all students as thinkers and problem solvers. Drawing from her experience as a neurodivergent educator\, Kara advocates for expanded access and opportunity in STEM. She is the author of 50 Strategies for Teaching STEAM Skills and a recipient of the prestigious 2025 Bezos Courage and Civility Award. \n \nJuliana Urtubey is an educator\, special education expert\, and Director of Curriculum at the National Center for Grow Your Own. She partners with Understood.org to amplify its mission of helping those who learn and think differently thrive. A National Board Certified Teacher with experience in bilingual and special education\, she has helped develop schoolwide Multi-Tiered Systems of Support. In 2021\, she was named National Teacher of the Year and later appointed by President Biden to the President’s Advisory Commission on Advancing Educational Equity for Hispanics. \n \nAbout the Moderator \nHeather Brooke is the VP of Professional Learning at Teacher Created Materials\, where she oversees a team that delivers high-quality professional learning workshops for educators nationwide. \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nJoin the Teaching All Students 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. URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/inclusiveeducation20260408/ CATEGORIES:Autism,Executive Function and Neurodiversity,Inclusive Education,Special Education,Teaching Practice and Pedagogy ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://home.edweb.net/wp-content/uploads/20260408-inclusiveeducation-event.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260408T150000 DTSTAMP:20260408T185029Z CREATED:20260322T044024Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T185029Z UID:11895962-1775656800-1775660400@home.edweb.net SUMMARY:7 Ways to Supercharge Family Engagement This Back-to-School Season and Support Enrollment Goals DESCRIPTION:Presented by Kristyn Hunt Cathey\, APR\, Chief of Communications\, Alief Independent School District (TX)\, and Immediate Past President\, TSPRA; and Elizabeth Lamport\, Vice President of Marketing\, School Family Media\nModerated by Erica McCormick\, Growth Marketing Strategist\, School Family Media \nSponsored by TeacherLists \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nBack-to-school season is the perfect time to strengthen connections with families—but knowing where to start can feel overwhelming. Taking intentional steps early helps families feel informed\, confident\, and ready for the year ahead. \nFrom clear communication to early access to resources and meaningful opportunities to connect\, schools and districts can build a strong foundation for engagement that also supports enrollment growth\, student retention\, and stronger community ties. \nIn this edWebinar\, we explore practical strategies to supercharge family engagement this back-to-school season. You learn how to share key information early\, communicate consistently across channels\, host welcoming events\, and equip families with the tools and tips they need to feel confident\, informed\, and connected—setting the stage for stronger relationships and a successful school year. \nYou leave with actionable strategies and a clear plan to boost engagement and foster a more connected school community. This recorded edWebinar is ideal for PreK-12 teachers\, librarians\, communications managers\, school and district leaders\, and anyone responsible for family communications\, and is designed to help you communicate more effectively and build stronger connections with families. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nKristyn Hunt Cathey\, APR\, was hired as the first Chief of Communications & PR for Alief ISD in July 2023. Before accepting this role as department leader\, she served as the Director of Communications for Goose Creek CISD for two years. Her foray into school public relations began in her hometown of Port Arthur ISD\, where she served as the first Media Communications Specialist for 11 years. \nShe was installed as the first Black President of the TSPRA in February 2025. This is a three-year term as President-Elect\, President\, and Immediate Past President. She earned her Accreditation in Public Relations in 2022\, putting her in an elite group of PR professionals. She was honored to serve in the inaugural classes of the Southeast Texas 40 Under 40 and the National School Public Relations Association 35 Under 35\, both in 2014. She is a proud wife\, mother of one\, daughter\, and friend. \n \nElizabeth Lamport serves as Vice President of Marketing at School Family Media\, where she leads the marketing teams across the organization’s business units: PTO Today\, EduKit\, School Tool Box\, and TeacherLists. With over 20 years of marketing experience—including a decade focused on education marketing—Elizabeth considers herself equal parts creative and analytical\, and she loves that marketing allows her to leverage both skills. She holds an MBA from Southern New Hampshire University and a Bachelor of Science degree in Marketing from Florida State University. Elizabeth is known for her ability to translate complex challenges into effective\, results-driven marketing strategies. \n \nAbout the Moderator \nErica McCormick brings 15 years of marketing experience to her role at School Family Media\, where she leads growth marketing for TeacherLists. She focuses on driving school and district engagement through clear\, effective communication. Erica helps school communities simplify supply list sharing to succeed during the back-to-school season with TeacherLists. She is also an active volunteer in her local school district\, helping support a range of education-focused initiatives. \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nJoin the Community & Family Engagement 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 \nTeacherLists is the free\, easy-to-use online school supply list solution that helps your school manage and share supply lists with families in seconds—without the hassle of printing and distributing. Parents love the convenience of viewing lists digitally and shopping through major national retailers. All supply lists are ADA-compliant\, and TeacherLists is 100% free for schools and families. URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/engagement20260408/ CATEGORIES:Back-to-School Preparation,Communication Skills,Family and Community Engagement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://home.edweb.net/wp-content/uploads/20260408-engagement-event.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260407T180000 DTSTAMP:20260407T215308Z CREATED:20260311T195037Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T215308Z UID:11847068-1775581200-1775584800@home.edweb.net SUMMARY:Turn Students Into Podcasters and Teach the Fundamentals of Democracy at the Same Time DESCRIPTION:Presented by Tristin Koch\, Social Studies Teacher\, North Arvada Middle School (CO); and Rachel Roberson\, Senior Program Manager\, Education Content\, KQED \nSponsored by KQED \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nIf you’re looking for a way to reignite middle and high school students’ interest in democracy\, all while tapping their love of podcasts and media\, this edWebinar is for you! Join favorite presenter Rachel Roberson from KQED Education for the introduction of a new civic media unit\, created by social studies teachers in partnership with KQED. Then hear from social studies teacher Tristin Koch\, who piloted the unit with her eighth graders in the fall. She shares how thematic study of Constitution principles and historic case studies\, combined with a podcasting project\, helped students build their civic voices and connect the nation’s founding documents to their own lives and experiences. \nViewers explore the extensive resources available in the new\, free Podcasting Democracy: Understanding the Constitution to Inspire Civic Change curriculum and listen to student-created podcast examples. Rachel also previews the extensive lineup of free curriculum resources available\, including daily lesson slides\, formative checkpoints\, and graphic organizers. When you teach this unit\, your students will connect their voices to the proud American tradition of civic advocacy. And yes\, their skills in historical thinking and media literacy will get a boost as well. \nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to middle and high school teachers\, librarians\, school leaders\, district leaders\, education technology leaders\, and curriculum directors. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nTristin Koch teaches middle school in Jefferson County Schools\, where she continues to serve as an educator in a Title 1 school\, North Arvada Middle School. For the past two decades\, she has focused on research-based literacy practices in the social sciences. Currently\, she is teaching Western Hemisphere Studies\, Eastern Hemisphere Studies\, and Early American History. She is a Fulbright Scholar\, Barringer Fellow\, and Gilder Lehrman Grant recipient\, and continues to embrace new opportunities to grow. In addition to piloting the KQED Podcasting Democracy middle school unit\, Tristin has contributed to the success of the iCivics Educating for America Democracy by piloting\, reviewing\, and mentoring inquiry-based learning to teachers around the country. When time allows\, Tristin is either volunteering in her community\, traveling abroad\, or spending time with family. \n \nRachel Roberson is an experienced teacher leader and curriculum content developer who has served as a classroom teacher and administrator at public\, charter\, and international schools. Rachel specializes in professional learning facilitation and curriculum development\, strategy\, and implementation. At KQED\, she works to connect educators and students to KQED online education sites\, KQED Teach and the Youth Media Challenge\, by creating humanities curricula and professional learning content\, supporting product development\, championing youth-created media in and out of the classroom\, and leading projects and partnerships focused on teachers and classrooms. Rachel is a graduate of Northwestern University Medill School of Journalism\, received her California teaching credential in secondary English and social studies from Mills College\, and has a Master of Arts in Teaching Leadership from St. Mary’s College of California. \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nJoin the K-12 Social Studies and Civics community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\nKQED is a nonprofit\, public media station and NPR and PBS member station based in San Francisco. As a leader in media innovation\, KQED provides free\, standards-aligned classroom content and professional development that educators can trust. Our workshops and courses help educators in all roles\, subjects\, and grades strengthen their media literacy skills\, empower youth voices\, and encourage civil discourse. \n  URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/socialstudies20260407/ CATEGORIES:Character Education,Media Literacy,Multimedia in Education,Social Studies and Civics,Student Agency and Voice ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://home.edweb.net/wp-content/uploads/20260407-socialstudies-event.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260402T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260402T170000 DTSTAMP:20260408T201649Z CREATED:20260307T191422Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T201649Z UID:11820485-1775145600-1775149200@home.edweb.net SUMMARY:Top Reasons Students Struggle in Elementary Math and What to Do About It DESCRIPTION:Presented by Jen Hunt\, Lead Math Specialist\, New Math Minds\, and Author; and Laura Nelson\, Lead Math Specialist\, Mathways NW\, and Author \nSponsored by Zaner-Bloser \nWatch the RecordingListen to the Podcast \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nYear after year\, students struggle with elementary math concepts. Research shows that there are specific\, targeted ways to help. \nIn this edWebinar\, math specialists and former classroom teachers Jen Hunt and Laura Nelson present the most common reasons students may not be ready to access grade-level material and offer research-based solutions to address those challenges within the school day. \nBy the end of the session\, viewers are able to: \n\nDescribe reasons students aren’t accessing their grade-level materials\nIdentify effective strategies for building conceptual understanding of foundational math skills\nConsider the roles positivity\, identity\, and self-confidence play in math achievement\nCreate requirements for an intervention plan that works for your school or district\n\nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to K-5 teachers\, school leaders\, and district leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nJen Hunt serves as Lead Math Specialist for New Math Minds\, working in schools across the U.S. to approach math education through the lens of child development and brain research. Formerly an elementary classroom teacher\, Jen specializes in small-group math instruction\, number sense\, primary interventions\, maximizing engagement for efficiency\, and reflective practice. She developed Kickstart: Counting and Number Sense; Kickstart: Operations; and Kickstart: Fractions in response to needs she saw while working with teachers in over 100 school districts throughout the Northwest. \n \nLaura Nelson has been a full-time math consultant since 2014\, supporting elementary educators in all aspects of math instruction. Laura combines decades of elementary teaching experience with a background in advertising and visual design to help educators bridge the art of teaching with research-based strategies that make math concepts visible\, accessible\, and engaging for students. She is co-author of Kickstart: Counting and Number Sense; Kickstart: Operations; and Kickstart: Fractions. \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nJoin the Building Math Proficiency community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\n \nZaner-Bloser develops curriculum resources to teach foundational literacy and math skills to students in prekindergarten through sixth grade. Our resources help teachers engage and empower students and inspire more “aha” moments to harness the creative power of learning. As a member of the Highlights Family of Companies\, we believe children are the most important people\, so we strive to always do what’s right for children and to make a significant contribution to their education. \n\n \n  URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/mathskills20260402/ CATEGORIES:Mathematics ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://home.edweb.net/wp-content/uploads/20260402-mathskills-event.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260402T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260402T140000 DTSTAMP:20260402T175757Z CREATED:20260307T171819Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T175757Z UID:11819289-1775134800-1775138400@home.edweb.net SUMMARY:Spring Family Engagement That Sets Up Success: Finish Strong\, Launch Stronger DESCRIPTION:Presented by Amanda Ensor\, Former Teacher\, Current Senior Content and Learning Manager\, TalkingPoints; and Kate Pechacek\, Former Teacher\, Current K12 Strategic Advisor\, TalkingPoints \nSponsored by TalkingPoints \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nSpring in schools is full—testing windows\, credit checks\, fall registration\, summer planning\, staffing shifts\, and transition conversations. It can feel overwhelming. The instinct is to communicate more. But volume doesn’t build confidence; relationships do. \nIn this final edWebinar of our three-part series\, we explore how district leaders can use a simple family engagement formula to navigate high-pressure spring moments with clarity and cohesion while setting up summer and fall for success. \n1. The Trust → Reputation → Improvement Playbook \nSpring interactions either strengthen or strain trust. When trust is protected in everyday moments—grading conversations\, transition messaging\, and summer planning—district reputation grows organically. \n2. Implement the Playbook at Two Levels \nEffective engagement must operate both around the classroom (district systems and alignment) and within the classroom (classroom-family partnerships). Digital engagement is essential to making this work at scale. \n3. Accelerate Through Co-Creation \nCo-creating your spring-to-summer-to-fall story with families deepens partnership and strengthens momentum into fall\, and helps you accomplish all of your spring goals more effectively. \nWhen districts prioritize trust and partnership\, spring tasks become smoother\, summer engagement deepens\, and fall launches stronger. \nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to K-12 school leaders\, district leaders\, and education technology leaders. \nView part one: Nourishing a Strong School Culture with Sustainable Family Partnerships\nView part two: 5 Midyear Moves for Family Engagement: What to Keep\, Shift\, or Strengthen \n\n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nAmanda Ensor is Senior Content & Learning Manager at TalkingPoints\, an education nonprofit strengthening family-school partnerships through an innovative digital platform. A former elementary teacher and 2013 Queen Anne’s County Teacher of the Year\, she has 20+ years in public education. She previously served as a Family & Community Engagement Specialist with Scholastic and as Title I Family Engagement Specialist for Queen Anne’s County (2018–22). Amanda also founded It Takes A Village\, LLC\, consulting with districts and early childhood providers. A nationally recognized presenter\, she has led national sessions\, including the 2024 National Assembly for Family Engagement. She holds degrees in human development and learning and elementary reading and literacy\, plus an administrator certification. At the core of her work is a clear mission: to help schools and districts cultivate effective\, equitable partnerships between home and school\, ensuring every student receives the support they need to thrive. \n \nKate Pechacek currently serves as K12 strategic advisor to systems-improving edtech organizations and school districts\, including TalkingPoints\, and is the founder and CEO of OpendoorsEd. Prior to founding OpendoorsEd\, Kate served as Head of Impact at TalkingPoints\, one of several roles she has held in education technology over the last nine years. She began her nearly 30-year career in education as a secondary math teacher. In addition to 15 years as a teacher\, Kate has served in districts nationwide\, holding multiple site and district leadership roles in curriculum\, instruction\, assessment\, and MTSS. She is passionate about ensuring equity\, disrupting predictability\, and narrowing opportunity gaps. \n\nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nJoin the Community & Family Engagement 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 \nTalkingPoints is an edtech nonprofit dedicated to driving student success by unlocking the power of effective family-school partnerships. TalkingPoints’ communications and family engagement platform provides capacity-building guidance\, time-saving tools\, and universally accessible\, two-way\, text-first communication in more than 150 languages. This unique approach removes barriers like language\, time\, mindset\, and capacity\, fostering positive and purposeful family engagement. Unlike traditional communication tools\, TalkingPoints is purpose-built to improve student outcomes by guiding partnership efforts toward the practices that matter most for student success. The platform empowers educators at every level—from district leaders to classroom teachers—to engage every family\, in their home language\, through barrier-free\, multilingual communication. \n\n \n  URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/engagement20260402/ CATEGORIES:Family and Community Engagement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://home.edweb.net/wp-content/uploads/20260402-engagement-event.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260401T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260401T180000 DTSTAMP:20260401T215551Z CREATED:20260317T171033Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260401T215551Z UID:11877606-1775062800-1775066400@home.edweb.net SUMMARY:Transforming Test Scores With READING GROWTH! DESCRIPTION:Presented by Matt Bardin\, Nationally Recognized Educational Leader\, and Founder and CEO\, Zinc Learning Labs \nSponsored by Zinc Learning Labs \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nHelping students love reading is the surest way to boost academic achievement and raise test scores. Helping students love the effort of reading is even more powerful! When students read by choice and for enjoyment\, they encounter richer language\, more complex sentence structures\, and diverse perspectives that lead them to discover the value in effortful reading. Over time\, this consistent exposure strengthens the very skills tested across subject areas—not just in English language arts\, but also in science\, social studies\, and math word problems. \nJust looking at a test can feel overwhelming—but we can give students a strategy so that they always know what to DO. It’s a one-two punch: first\, we raise their comprehension. Then\, we seal the win by showing them how to use their new powers to turn test misery into test validation. \nIn this edWebinar\, viewers learn practical\, classroom-ready strategies to increase reading engagement\, including creating a culture of choice\, incorporating high-interest texts\, and talking with students about what they love about reading. Viewers leave with actionable tools to cultivate motivated readers\, strengthen literacy foundations\, and ultimately see improved student confidence and higher test performance—proving that when students love reading\, achievement follows. \nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to middle and high school teachers\, ELA department chairs\, and ELA administrators. \n\n \n \nAbout the Presenter \nMatt Bardin\, a nationally recognized educational leader\, founded Zinc Learning Labs in 2016 with a singular focus on achieving huge reading growth for secondary students. He started his career as a secondary teacher in New York City Public Schools and contributed to the founding of Teach For America. Through his work as a tutor with students worldwide\, Matt developed critical reading and test prep strategies that help students raise test scores by building their love for reading and learning. The College Board has awarded Zinc its CEO Breakthrough Award for Zinc’s “unique achievement in student engagement\, secondary reading growth\, and meaningful test prep.” \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \n\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\n \n\n \n\n \n\nZinc Learning Labs is a science-backed reading skills accelerator for secondary schools that drives transformative reading growth. Zinc offers easy-to-implement\, individualized\, digital experiences backed by comprehensive reporting\, empowering teachers to guide all students to reading success. URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/literacyhero20260401/ CATEGORIES:Assessment,English, Language Arts, Writing,Reading Skills,Student Achievement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://home.edweb.net/wp-content/uploads/20260401-literacyhero-event.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260401T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260401T160000 DTSTAMP:20260921T142010Z CREATED:20260316T190526Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260921T142010Z UID:11872206-1775055600-1775059200@home.edweb.net SUMMARY:Evaluating Purpose-Built Digital Curricula That Drive Outcomes: No More Trial-and-Error DESCRIPTION:Presented by Pam Shaw\, Director of K-12 Quality Assurance\, Quality Matters; Dr. Michelle Barrett\, SVP of Research\, Policy\, and Impact\, Edmentum; and Tatiana Ciccarelli\, Senior Director\, Strategic Partnerships\, Edmentum\nModerated by Ross Romano\, Director\, Strategic Communications\, Edmentum \nSponsored by Edmentum \nWatch the RecordingListen to the PodcastRead the Article \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \n\nIn an era of growing screen time concerns\, K-12 educators face pressure to distinguish between passive\, unproductive device use and purposeful edtech that accelerates learning. This edLeader Panel explores how to identify high-quality digital curricula and instructional tools—designed with research-backed principles\, supported by evidence\, and implemented with intention keeping the educator at the center—that can deliver measurable student outcomes with no need for overuse or misuse. \nDistrict\, school leaders\, and state leaders viewing this session learn to identify and implement digital curricula that complement core instruction\, address diverse learner needs\, and withstand stakeholder scrutiny. Discover what defines high-quality digital tools (rigorous standards alignment\, adaptive personalization\, educator integration)\, their proven benefits (improved engagement\, attendance\, skill mastery)\, and real-world applications that drive access and opportunity while maintaining academic rigor. \nKey learning outcomes: \n\nDefine high-quality digital curricula and evaluate vendor evidence using research standards\nUnderstand the key distinctions between purpose-built edtech and consumer tools\nExamine real district implementations showing how intentional integration of digital curricula amplifies\, rather than replaces\, the role and impact of educators\nLearn how to advocate for the resources that will best support your educators and students\, and replicate success in your organization\n\nThis recorded edLeader Panel is of interest to K-12 school leaders\, district leaders\, education technology leaders\, and state leaders. \n\n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nPam Shaw is Director of K-12 Quality Assurance for Quality Matters (QM)\, the global organization leading quality assurance in online and innovative digital teaching and learning environments. She oversees the QM K-12 course-review process and served as Co-chair of the QM K-12 Sixth Edition Rubric Committee. Previously\, she was an instructor with Illinois Virtual School\, a QM K-12 Master Reviewer\, and a QM course facilitator. Her face-to-face teaching background is in music education. Pam is Past-President of the Illinois Association for Gifted Children\, Vice President of the Board of Education for Fremont School District 79\, and Treasurer of the Chicago Gifted Community Center. \n\n \nMichelle D. Barrett\, Ph.D.\, is the Senior Vice President of Research\, Policy\, and Impact at Edmentum\, where she leads Edmentum’s research agenda and drives innovations in learning and assessment design\, both shaped by and shaping education policy. Guided by a belief that evidence must advance educational transformation\, Dr. Barrett champions collaborative research and policy initiatives that empower educators and improve student outcomes at scale. \nDr. Barrett began as a middle and high school mathematics teacher and has held roles at the Colorado Commission on Higher Education\, the Colorado Department of Education\, CTB/McGraw-Hill\, Pacific Metrics\, and ACT. She serves on the industry council for the EDSAFE AI Alliance and chaired the inaugural IEEE Industry Consortium on Learning Engineering SIG on AI and Adaptive Technology. Dr. Barrett earned her B.S. from Stanford University\, her M.Ed. from Harvard University\, and her Ph.D. from the University of Twente\, Netherlands. She also holds a graduate certificate in large-scale assessment from the University of Maryland. \n \nWith over 15 years of experience in education\, Tatiana Ciccarelli currently serves as Senior Director of Strategic Partnerships at Edmentum. In this role\, she collaborates closely with state-level leaders\, offering strategic thought partnership to drive impactful educational outcomes. Her areas of expertise include data leadership\, mathematics\, and special education. Tatiana specializes in aligning assessment\, curricula\, and instruction to foster coherence across large-scale educational initiatives. Before joining Edmentum\, Tatiana held multiple roles at NWEA\, was a New York City Public Schools teacher\, and was an Adjunct Professor at the City University of New York. A native New Yorker from a proud lineage of educators and school leaders\, Tatiana brings a deep\, generational passion for learning to everything she does. \n \nAbout the Moderator \nRoss Romano is a marketing\, communications\, and media leader who currently serves as Director of Strategic Communications for Edmentum. In this role\, he oversees comprehensive strategy for all owned and earned channels\, including corporate communications\, web\, content marketing\, and social media. \nPrior to joining Edmentum\, he was the founder of the award-winning education consultancy September Strategies and Managing Director of full-stack edtech marketing agency MindRocket Media Group. In these roles and others over the past decade-plus\, he has supported communications and marketing efforts and served as a strategic advisor for more than 100 companies and non-profits in K-12\, and collaborated with countless school and district leaders. Ross is also co-founder of the Be Podcast Network\, an education-centered community of 60+ series reaching more than 2 million educators globally. \n\nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our 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\nEdmentum believes that every student deserves the opportunity to thrive everywhere learning occurs—whether they seek to catch up\, stay on track\, or chart their own path. When you pair Edmentum’s comprehensive\, research-backed learning acceleration solutions—including digital curriculum and courses\, K-12 diagnostic-driven personalized intervention\, and virtual instruction—with empowered and supported educators\, you can change the direction of students’ lives. We partner with K-12 educators in all 50 states and 100+ countries worldwide to design\, implement\, and sustain the programs that deliver on this shared promise of learning acceleration for every student. \n\n \n  \n  URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/emergingtech20260401/ CATEGORIES:Curriculum Development,Digital Learning,edLeader Panel,Education Research/Evidence,Inclusive Education,Personalized Learning ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://home.edweb.net/wp-content/uploads/20260401-emergingtech-event_panel.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260401T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260401T140000 DTSTAMP:20260921T141900Z CREATED:20260313T164739Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260921T141900Z UID:11861159-1775048400-1775052000@home.edweb.net SUMMARY:Just-in-Time Support vs. Intervention: Why the Distinction Matters in MTSS DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dr. Bonnie Cochran\, National Director of Innovation and Insights\, HMH; Marie Garrido Zoeller\, Curriculum Supervisor for English Language Arts\, Broward County Public Schools (FL); Sarah Jay\, Executive Director of Equitable Multi-Tiered Systems of Support\, Boston Public Schools (MA); and Serita Dodson\, School Improvement Strategist\, Frisco Independent School District (TX) \nSponsored by HMH \nWatch the RecordingListen to the PodcastRead the Article \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nWhen the distinction between just‑in‑time support and intervention is unclear\, even well‑designed systems can lose coherence—and students can miss critical opportunities for support. This edLeader Panel clarifies the practical differences between the two\, why both are essential within a strong RTI/MTSS framework\, and how leaders can ensure each is used intentionally and effectively. \nViewers explore how time horizon and depth of need should guide instructional decision making\, what happens when these distinctions become blurred\, and the systems schools need to support both approaches without overwhelming educators or weakening intervention efforts. \nDr. Bonnie Cochran\, National Director of Innovation and Analytics at HMH\, serves as presenter and moderator\, joined by district leaders who are leading this work at scale: \n\nSerita Dodson\, School Improvement Strategist\, Frisco ISD (TX)\nSarah Jay\, Executive Director of Equitable Multi‑Tiered System of Support\, Boston Public Schools (MA)\nMarie Garrido Zoeller\, Curriculum Supervisor for English Language Arts\, Broward County Public Schools (FL)\n\nTogether\, they share real‑world perspectives on establishing clear decision rules\, aligning teams across departments\, and building sustainable structures that ensure students receive the right level of support at the right time. This recorded edLeader Panel is of interest to K-12 district leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nDr. Bonnie Cochran is National Director of Innovation and Insights at HMH. 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 \nMarie Garrido Zoeller is a district curriculum supervisor of secondary language arts and reading in Broward County Public Schools. With over 25 years in education\, she has served as a reading and language arts teacher\, literacy coach\, and district leader\, focusing on improving outcomes for adolescent readers. \nShe leads large-scale literacy initiatives and supports schools in implementing evidence-based practices\, strengthening instruction and intervention\, and building coherent systems of support. Marie is currently completing her doctorate at Johns Hopkins University\, where her research centers on the role of leadership in advancing effective literacy instruction. She is passionate about inspiring and connecting educators to create meaningful change for students. \n \nSarah Jay is the Executive Director of Equitable Multi‑Tiered Systems of Support (MTSS) for Boston Public Schools\, where she leads the district’s systemwide MTSS implementation across 117 schools. In this role\, she focuses on building consistent\, data‑informed\, and inclusive support structures that ensure students receive the right level of support at the right time. Sarah has played a key role in advancing instructional decision making through technology\, including the thoughtful integration of AI‑enabled tools such as Panorama Solara. \nHer work emphasizes embedding clear pedagogical guardrails into data and AI systems to support equity\, rigor\, and educator clarity. Previously\, Sarah served in multiple instructional and leadership roles within Boston Public Schools\, including Data Inquiry Facilitator\, Spanish Department Chair\, and New Teacher Coordinator. She holds a master’s degree in bilingual/bicultural education from Teachers College\, Columbia University\, as well as a principal license. Sarah is recognized for her leadership in instructional improvement\, systems alignment\, and the practical application of data to support equitable outcomes for all students. \n \nSerita Dodson is a School Improvement Strategist with Frisco Independent School District (Texas) and brings more than two decades of experience in K–12 education. Her work focuses on supporting campus and district leaders in strengthening instructional practices\, building leadership capacity\, and improving student outcomes across schools. Serita’s professional background includes experience as a principal\, assistant principal\, and instructional leader\, with a foundation in early elementary education. \nThroughout her career\, she has been deeply involved in school improvement efforts\, leadership development\, and systems‑level work designed to support high levels of learning for all students. She holds advanced degrees from Texas Woman’s University and maintains Texas principal certification. Serita is recognized for her practical\, school‑based perspective and her commitment to building structures that support instructional clarity\, coherence\, and continuous improvement. \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nJoin the Leadership Practices for Innovative Leaders community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edLeader Panels\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\n \nHMH is an adaptive learning company that helps educators create growth for every student. Our integrated curriculum\, assessment\, and professional learning solutions use data to paint a full picture of every learner and recommend how to best support their needs. By partnering with educators\, we create lasting momentum so that all students can reach their full potential. HMH serves more than 50 million students and 4 million educators in 150 countries. \n\n \n  \n  \n  URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/leadership20260401/ CATEGORIES:edLeader Panel,Inclusive Education,MTSS,Special Education ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://home.edweb.net/wp-content/uploads/20260401-leadership-event_panel.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260331T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260331T140000 DTSTAMP:20260921T141843Z CREATED:20260316T181348Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260921T141843Z UID:11871304-1774962000-1774965600@home.edweb.net SUMMARY:From Surviving to Thriving: A Roadmap to Innovation\, Student Success\, and Less Overwhelm DESCRIPTION:Presented by Angele Hodges\, Former Education Leader\, Current Academic Solutions Advisor\, Varsity Tutors; and Lindy Hockenbary\, K-12 Educational Technology Advisor\, LindyHoc \nSponsored by Varsity Tutors \nWatch the RecordingListen to the PodcastRead the Article \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nSpring assessment season brings pressure\, stress\, and endless demands\, but the educators and districts who navigate it best aren’t doing anything magical. They’ve built systems that work all year long. \nThis edLeader Panel brings together academic solutions advisor Angele Hodges and EdTech educator Lindy Hockenbary to explore what separates schools in reactive mode from those operating with confidence and clarity. Whether you’re a classroom teacher feeling overwhelmed or a district leader seeking sustainable change\, this session meets you where you are and offers a practical path forward. \nLearning objectives: \n\nIdentify the data signals that matter most during assessment season and beyond\nUnderstand what distinguishes a data-informed culture from crisis-driven decision making\nDiscover why most EdTech implementations fail and what actually drives genuine adoption\nLearn practical\, low-pressure strategies to begin integrating AI into your practice\nDevelop a summer action plan to set up a stronger\, less stressful fall\n\nYou walk away with concrete strategies to move from surviving each season to building year-round systems that support student success\, reduce overwhelm\, and position your school or district for meaningful innovation. This isn’t theory. It’s a real conversation with educators who understand the challenges you face. \nThis recorded edLeader Panel is of interest to K-12 school and district leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nAngele Hodges\, an Academic Solutions Advisor for Varsity Tutors with over 20 years of experience in educational leadership\, specializes in designing tailored academic strategies that drive student achievement. She has held roles such as principal\, assistant principal\, and dean of instruction\, focusing on faculty development\, strategic planning\, and innovative instructional models. Angele holds a master’s in educational leadership from The University of Texas at Arlington\, a bachelor’s in mass communication from Dillard University\, and completed the Harvard University Leadership Institute. She is passionate about fostering collaboration\, research-driven initiatives\, and sustainable academic success. \n \nLindy Hockenbary—aka “LindyHoc”—is the bridge between education and technology. With experience in instructional technology\, professional development\, and curriculum design\, Lindy helps educators unpack the effects of emerging technologies—especially artificial intelligence—on curriculum and instruction. \nHer journey began in a technology-equipped classroom\, where she first blended instruction with innovation. Since then\, she’s supported educators around the world\, authored A Teacher’s Guide to Online Learning\, and collaborated with EdTech companies to ensure their tools align with the needs of K–12 educators. In recognition of her leadership in this space\, she was named a 2025 Women in AI honoree by ASU+GSV. \nLindy’s work is grounded in helping kids\, which has led to a passion for making technology literacy accessible and meaningful for every classroom. Her mission is to empower educators with the confidence and clarity to navigate the evolving intersection of technology and pedagogy. \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nJoin the Tutoring for Schools community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, and receive invitations to upcoming edLeader Panels. \n\n \nVarsity Tutors is the leading next-generation tutoring and intervention platform trusted by over 1\,000 school districts nationwide. Combining personalized live instruction with advanced AI technology\, our unified platform delivers targeted\, high-dosage tutoring\, instant on-demand academic support\, adaptive assessments\, immersive live classes\, comprehensive test preparation\, and AI tools for teachers that enhance personalized learning\, save teachers valuable time\, and reduce burnout. Designed to accelerate student learning\, close achievement gaps\, and streamline educators’ workloads\, our platform includes intelligent tutor matching\, real-time analytics\, and adaptive learning paths. We provide measurable results—students achieve twice the proficiency growth compared to traditional interventions. Learn how we’re empowering educators and transforming student outcomes at varsitytutors.com/schools. \n\n \n  URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/tutoring20260331/ CATEGORIES:Assessment,Data and Analytics,edLeader Panel,Student Achievement,Tutoring ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://home.edweb.net/wp-content/uploads/20260331-tutoring-event_panel.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260331T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260331T130000 DTSTAMP:20260407T143442Z CREATED:20260319T180827Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T143442Z UID:11888448-1774958400-1774962000@home.edweb.net SUMMARY:Growing District Enrollment with Drones: San Diego Unified x Parks & Recreation​ DESCRIPTION:Presented by Sarah Hillard\, CTE and Science Teacher\, Millennial Tech Middle School\, San Diego Unified School District (CA); Abel Garnica\, Recreation Services Supervisor\, City of San Diego Parks and Recreation; and Adrienne White\, VP of Marketing\, Robolink \nSponsored by Robolink \nWatch the RecordingListen to the Podcast \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nDiscover how a city partnership powered the Aerial Drone Competition to become an enrollment driver for Millennial Tech Middle School\, one of San Diego Unified School District’s growing schools.​ \nThis edWebinar features two pioneers of middle and high school drone programs in San Diego: CTE Teacher Sarah Hillard and Abel Garnica from San Diego Parks and Recreation. Together\, they outline what it takes to launch and sustain a successful drone competition program. You hear how drone flight immediately engages students (no building required)\, why drone competitions are uniquely equitable (results depend on student effort\, not budget)\, and how a partnership can solve problems some schools can’t crack on their own: space\, staffing\, and long-term sustainability.​ \nYou leave with a flight plan for your own drone program\, covering: \n\nPre-flight Check — How to make the case to your principal or district\nTakeoff — Securing your first small grants and getting equipment in students’ hands\nAltitude — Building a city or community partnership that keeps the program flying through staff changes and budget shifts\nLanding — Using your drone team as a school recruitment and community engagement tool\n\nPlus: You get the contact info for the RECF Aerial Drone Competition support manager in your region\, who can help with grants for new drone teams.​ \nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to K-12 district leaders\, principals\, STEM coordinators\, CTE directors\, CS and STEM teachers\, and afterschool program directors. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nSarah Hillard has been a CTE and Science Teacher at Millennial Tech Middle School since 2013\, giving her over a decade of experience inspiring students through hands-on STEM learning. She has led competitive drone and robotics teams that not only excel in competitions but also mentor younger students\, collaborate with community partners\, and use technology to solve authentic challenges. As a Department of Defense STEM Ambassador (2024–2025)\, Sarah expanded access to STEM opportunities\, connecting classrooms with real-world applications that prepare students for college and career pathways. Sarah was also honored as the RECF Western Region Middle School Coach of the Year in 2024. \n \n​Abel Garnica is the Recreation Lead at the City of San Diego\, where he develops programs in emerging technology and youth development. He brings innovative STEM programs to life\, empowering participants with hands-on skills in drone operation\, teamwork\, and technical problem-solving. As a Regional Support Specialist for RECF\, Abel also supports Aerial Drone Competition events throughout the western United States.​ \n \nAdrienne White is the Director of Marketing at Robolink\, where she oversees brand\, product\, and content marketing and helps students’ futures take flight from classrooms to the Aerial Drone Competition. Formerly at Quizizz and Ozobot\, Adrienne is passionate about growing educational technology brands with big missions and supporting communities of STEM and CTE educators. \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nJoin the STEM Learning community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, and receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars. \n\n \nRobolink makes career-launching drones and learning experiences for grades 5 and up. CoDrone EDU\, the drone designed for classrooms and the RECF’s Aerial Drone Competition\, allows students to program with Blockly and Python to build CS\, STEM\, and future-ready skills from their first flight. Learn more at robolink.com. \nThe Robotics Education & Competition Foundation (RECF) inspires students to pursue science\, technology\, engineering\, and math (STEM) through hands-on\, affordable\, and curriculum-based robotics and drone programs. Since the Aerial Drone Competition’s inaugural season in 2020\, participation has grown more than 1\,000% from 191 teams to over 2\,200 teams in 2025. Learn more at recf.org.​ \n\n \n  \n  URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/stem20260331/ CATEGORIES:CTE: Career and Tech Ed,Family and Community Engagement,STEM/STEAM,Student Engagement and Motivation ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://home.edweb.net/wp-content/uploads/20260331-stem-event.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260330T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260330T160000 DTSTAMP:20260330T195437Z CREATED:20260303T175820Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T195437Z UID:11790293-1774882800-1774886400@home.edweb.net SUMMARY:Planning for Small-Group Math Instruction: Leveraging Evidence-Based Resources and AI Tools DESCRIPTION:Presented by Ashley Marlow\, Elementary Math Coach and Director of Operations\, All Learners Network; and Chris Singleton\, Former Teacher\, Current Chief Finance Officer\, All Learners Network \nSponsored by All Learners Network \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nThis edWebinar shows educators how to identify priority concepts for mathematics intervention groups as part of a Multi-Layer System of Support (MLSS). We discuss instructional routines and small-group lesson structure that are proven to promote high engagement and interaction with quality math tasks. These concepts ensure high cognitive demand for all learners. \nViewers walk away with tools that can support high-impact math intervention goals with resources to aid instructional design. We also discuss the potential that AI tools have in supporting those goals\, especially those trained on evidence-based resources. \nOutcomes for this session include: \n\nHow to design and implement effective small-group lesson structures utilizing instructional routines that promote high engagement and interaction\nWhy being stuck is a learning moment for students\nHow to select and adapt quality math activities that maintain a high cognitive demand for all learners in an intervention setting\nPractical tools and resources to create high-impact math intervention goals and design supporting instruction\n\nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to PreK-8 teachers\, school leaders\, and district leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nAshley Marlow\, M.S.Ed.\, is an elementary math coach\, a consultant\, and the Director of Operations for All Learners Network. She has 15 years of experience in teaching and coaching and is passionate about supporting teachers in creating equitable learning opportunities in math. She is the co-author of Universal Design for Learning in Mathematics Instruction\, K-5. Ashley plans professional learning opportunities focusing on instructional routines in mathematics that support belonging\, engagement\, and access to rigorous\, grade-level content for all students. \n \nChris Singleton is the Chief Financial Officer and a Facilitator for the All Learners Network. She has 23 years’ experience teaching in Vermont schools\, as a primary grades teacher specializing in math\, a math interventionist\, and then a math coach. She has over 20 years of experience facilitating math professional development with a focus on both math content and improving pedagogy with teachers in grades K-8. She is a 2008 graduate of the Vermont Mathematics Initiative. When Chris is not working to improve mathematics instruction for all students\, she can be found enjoying the outdoors\, hiking\, biking\, running\, or skiing with friends and family. \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nJoin the Building Understanding in Mathematics community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\nAll Learners Network was founded on the premise that everyone can be successful with math regardless of ability or circumstance. We have found\, in our practice with hundreds of teachers and thousands of students\, that every single child can be successful if effective pedagogy is used. Our professional development offerings are designed to help teachers make the journey from hoping all children—children living in poverty\, children of color\, multilingual children\, and children with IEPs—can learn\, to fully believing that any child can learn math. Our motto is: All means all. Our mission\, energy\, and expertise are devoted to helping teachers support their students to achieve math success and access to all the opportunities that come with it. URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/math20260330/ CATEGORIES:Mathematics,MTSS,Teaching Practice and Pedagogy ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://home.edweb.net/wp-content/uploads/20260330-math-event.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260330T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260330T150000 DTSTAMP:20260408T185501Z CREATED:20260313T183947Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T185501Z UID:11862226-1774879200-1774882800@home.edweb.net SUMMARY:Science of Reading Made Easy: Practical Ways to Build Strong Literacy Foundations in Pre-K and K DESCRIPTION:Presented by Tisha Hayes\, Ph.D.\, Professor\, Department of Curriculum\, Instruction\, and Special Education\, University of Virginia; Kateri Thunder\, Ph.D.\, Educator\, Researcher\, Author\, and Coach; and Alisha Demchak\, Ph.D.\, Program Coordinator\, Early Childhood Teacher Education Program\, University of Virginia\nModerated by Stephanie Roselli\, Executive Editor\, Gryphon House \nSponsored by Gryphon House \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nHow do play-based learning and the Science of Reading work together? This edWebinar shows how intentional play\, oral language development\, and early phonics instruction can coexist and reinforce one another. \nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to Pre-K and K teachers\, librarians\, school leaders\, and district leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nTisha Hayes\, Ph.D.\, Professor in the Department of Curriculum\, Instruction\, and Special Education at the University of Virginia\, teaches courses on the language structures of English and on using data to guide interventions for students with reading difficulties. As Director of McGuffey Reading Services\, Dr. Hayes collaborates with clinical staff to provide diagnostic evaluations\, including dyslexia assessments and structured‑literacy‑based interventions for students across grade levels. She mentors students over three programs across various stages of the profession\, from pre-service undergraduates to in-service graduates and doctoral students. As a special educator\, reading specialist\, and literacy coach\, Dr. Hayes has taught students with reading difficulties and disabilities across the elementary and middle grades. Dr. Hayes is co‑author of Playful Activities for Reading Readiness\, Literacy Intervention in the Middle Grades\, and Developing Word Recognition\, and has published in journals such as Reading Research Quarterly\, Annals of Dyslexia\, and Reading and Writing. \n \nKateri Thunder\, Ph.D.\, is an educator\, researcher\, author\, and coach. She collaborates with learners and educators around the world to translate research into practice. Dr. Thunder has served as a classroom teacher in early childhood through high school math\, a math specialist\, an Assistant Professor of Math Education at James Madison University\, and Site Director for the Central Virginia Writing Project. Dr. Thunder researches\, writes\, and presents on equity and access in education and the intersection of literacy and mathematics for teaching and learning. She has partnered with thousands of educators to catalyze change in their classrooms\, schools\, and districts. Dr. Thunder played a pivotal role in the creation of Sadlier PreK with Wiley Blevins and Sadlier’s Progress in Mathematics series. She is also a best-selling author of several books\, including The Success Criteria Playbook\, Visible Learning in Early Childhood\, and The Early Childhood Education Playbook. \n \nAlisha Demchak\, Ph.D.\, is the Program Coordinator for the Early Childhood Teacher Education Program at the University of Virginia\, where she teaches courses in the teacher preparation program on a variety of topics. Her research centers on early literacy development and supporting teachers to implement and sustain evidence-based instructional and assessment practices in early childhood classrooms. Dr. Demchak has spent time as an early childhood classroom teacher\, reading specialist\, and instructional coach. She is a contributing author to The Early Childhood Education Playbook and has published in journals such as Assessment for Effective Intervention\, Annals of Dyslexia\, and Reading and Writing. \n\n \nAbout the Moderator \nStephanie Roselli is the Executive Editor at Gryphon House\, the leading publisher of educational resources for teachers and parents\, where she acquires and develops the latest books from today’s top early childhood experts. \n\nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our 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 is an award-winning publisher of early childhood resources for teachers and parents. \n\n \n  URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/bookchats20260330/ CATEGORIES:Early Literacy,Play-Based Learning,PreK-K Programs,Science of Reading ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://home.edweb.net/wp-content/uploads/20260330-bookchats-event.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260330T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260330T130000 DTSTAMP:20260330T164938Z CREATED:20260316T030718Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T164938Z UID:11867358-1774872000-1774875600@home.edweb.net SUMMARY:Why Good Schools Get Misunderstood: Communication Strategies That Build Trust DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dr. Chantell Manahan\, CETL\, Director of Technology\, MSD of Steuben County (IN)\nModerated by Joyce Whitby\, CEO\, Innovations4Education \nSponsored by Zedbud \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nGood schools don’t struggle because they lack heart\, effort\, or expertise. They struggle because their work is misunderstood. \nIn today’s fast-moving education environment\, teachers\, leaders\, and families are often speaking different languages about the same initiatives. Policies feel unclear. Classroom realities feel unseen. Family communication feels confusing. Over time\, those small misunderstandings quietly chip away at trust. \nIn this engaging and practical edWebinar\, Dr. Chantell Manahan explores why even strong schools experience communication breakdowns and what educators can do to fix them. Viewers learn a simple\, powerful approach to translating their work across three essential directions: upward (classroom to leadership)\, downward (policy to practice)\, and outward (school to community). \nViewers leave with: \n\nA framework for strengthening communication across roles\nPractical tools to reduce jargon and make messages land\nA trust-building lens to evaluate everyday communication\nA 30-day action plan to improve communication without adding more work\n\nBecause fixing misunderstandings isn’t about saying more; it’s about saying what matters in ways people can actually hear. This recorded edWebinar is of interest to PreK-12 teachers\, school leaders\, district leaders\, and education technology leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenter \nDr. Chantell Manahan is a K–12 educational technology leader\, speaker\, and author focused on strengthening communication and trust in public schools. She currently serves as Chief Technology Officer for a public school district in Indiana\, where she leads strategic initiatives in digital systems\, data privacy\, AI readiness\, and family engagement. Dr. Manahan is the author of Capes Optional\, Communication Essential\, a book inspired by her doctoral research on how school communication impacts enrollment decisions and community trust. A national presenter and former classroom teacher\, she brings a practical\, systems-level lens to leadership conversations—bridging the gap between policy\, practice\, and parent understanding. Dr. Manahan serves on the Board of Directors for CoSN (the Consortium for School Networking) and is an advocate for people-centered innovation in education. Her work helps schools ensure their strongest efforts are not only effective—but truly understood. \n \nAbout the Moderator \nJoyce Whitby is a lifelong EdTechKnowLedgist who started off as a special education educator in New York City and then taught graduate-level EdTech courses at Long Island University. Since then\, Joyce has been in the business of educational technology and has held key leadership roles in sales leadership\, professional development\, and marketing with organizations like Apple Computer\, Scientific Learning\, and SchoolMessenger. She also has extensive experience working with startup EdTech ventures. In 2017\, Joyce and her husband (aka @tomwhitby\, co-founder of #edchat) launched their consulting business working with emerging and growing EdTech companies\, helping to bring instructional technology solutions to schools\, Innovations4Education.com. \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nJoin the Creating a Positive School Climate community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\n \nZedbud is where learning and communication finally meet. Designed specifically for Pre-K–12 school systems\, Zedbud unifies school communication\, student collaboration\, and family engagement in one secure\, FERPA-compliant platform built for learners\, families\, teachers\, and district leaders. \nUnlike disconnected tools that fragment the student experience\, Zedbud brings everything together\, from classroom updates and two-way messaging to student voice\, translation\, and lifecycle communication\, from Pre-K to Graduation Day. With LMS integration\, Zedbud reduces tool sprawl\, eliminates communication gaps\, and ensures every stakeholder has access to timely\, meaningful information. \nAt its core\, Zedbud is built to remove barriers\, strengthen trust\, and make schools more accessible for all\, including multilingual and underserved communities. Schools don’t need more apps. They need one cohesive system designed around people\, not platforms. That’s Zedbud. \n\n \n  URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/positive20260330/ CATEGORIES:Communication Skills,Culture of Belonging,Family and Community Engagement,Leadership/Administration ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://home.edweb.net/wp-content/uploads/20260330-positive-event.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T160000 DTSTAMP:20260402T144232Z CREATED:20260301T142424Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T144232Z UID:11776767-1774537200-1774540800@home.edweb.net SUMMARY:Teaching Sentences with Intention: Differentiation\, Language\, and Transfer DESCRIPTION:Presented by Shawn Datchuk\, Ph.D.\, M.Ed.\, Director\, Iowa Reading Research Center\, University of Iowa; and Cheryl Lundy Swift\, Ed.D.\, Director\, Professional Learning\, Learning Without Tears \nSponsored by Learning Without Tears \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nEnsuring that all students benefit from sentence-level writing instruction is both an equity issue and an instructional imperative. In the December 2025 edWebinar Sentence Writing: The Overlooked Element of the Science of Reading\, Dr. Shawn Datchuk and Dr. Cheryl Lundy Swift provided the research base for why writing is essential to reading and why reading\, in turn\, strengthens writing. One of the Top 25 edWebinars of 2025\, the session struck a chord with educators eager to put research into practice. \nThis follow-up edWebinar tackles a common and pressing challenge: How do we ensure that sentence-writing instruction works for ALL learners? Viewers will learn how to intentionally scaffold\, differentiate\, and extend sentence-writing instruction so all students can actively participate in instruction through oral and written language. In addition\, the session equips viewers with tools to help students construct varied and rich sentence types used in essay writing\, such as compound and complex sentences. \nEducators explore grade-specific routines\, language supports\, and instructional adjustments that ensure sentence writing instruction is developmentally appropriate\, accessible\, and inclusive while maintaining high expectations across diverse K–3 classrooms. \nLearning outcomes include: \n\nDifferentiate sentence-writing routines across K–3 classrooms to meet developmental and instructional needs\nSupport diverse learners through intentional\, language-rich scaffolds\nPromote transfer from sentence writing to extended writing and reading comprehension\nMaintain instructional rigor while reducing cognitive overload for diverse learners\n\nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to kindergarten through third-grade teachers\, school leaders\, and district leaders. \nView the first edWebinar\, Sentence Writing: The Overlooked Element of the Science of Reading \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nDr. Shawn Datchuk is Professor of Special Education at the University of Iowa and the Director of the Iowa Reading Research Center. He is a former K-12 special education teacher\, elementary teacher\, and academic director. He received his Ph.D. in special education from Pennsylvania State University. He researches evidence-based methods to improve the sentence writing and related literacy skills of K-12 students with and without disabilities. He has over 30 peer-reviewed publications\, has delivered 70+ conference presentations\, and has been awarded over $6 million in federal and state funding. He serves on the editorial boards of eight peer-reviewed journals and is the Chair of the Research Committee of the Division for Learning Disabilities of the Council for Exceptional Children. \n \nDr. Cheryl Lundy Swift has been a dedicated and innovative educator for over 25 years. Dr. Lundy Swift currently serves as Learning Without Tears’ Professional Learning Director where she leads the curation of professional learning experiences for teachers and school leaders worldwide. Dr. Lundy Swift also serves as the podcast host of Literacy Matters: Empowered Conversations where she interviews renown literacy researchers\, authors\, and practitioners to explore today’s early literacy landscape and to provide school leaders\, teachers\, and families with practical solutions. She has worked in leadership and executive roles for various educational organizations including public schools\, post-secondary institutions\, and education companies. \nDr. Lundy Swift is an award-winning educational leader\, curriculum developer\, motivational speaker\, and facilitator. Her unique mix of wit\, grit\, and passion “edutains\,” inspires\, and equips school leaders\, teachers\, and families to help students reach their fullest potential. Dr. Lundy Swift has received a number of awards and commendations including Investor Bank’s Educator of the Year Award. Dr. Lundy Swift makes a difference in her community by serving on a variety of boards and is an active member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority\, Inc. \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nJoin the Building Foundational Literacy Skills 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\nLearning Without Tears’ mission in today’s changing learning landscape is to ensure that the path to student success remains simple and fun. We provide child-friendly\, hands-on\, innovative instruction for early learning\, handwriting\, keyboarding\, and writing strategies\, and our programs reach more than 31 million students in Pre-K through fifth grade. \n\n \n  URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/lwt20260326/ CATEGORIES:Early Literacy,English, Language Arts, Writing,Reading Skills ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://home.edweb.net/wp-content/uploads/20260326-lwt-event.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260326T130000 DTSTAMP:20260805T171913Z CREATED:20260309T202429Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T171913Z UID:11829641-1774526400-1774530000@home.edweb.net SUMMARY:Unclench Your Fist: The Leader’s Guide to Making the Hard Call (and Surviving It) DESCRIPTION:An Interview with Glenn Robbins\, Superintendent of Brigantine Public Schools (NJ) \nWatch the RecordingListen to the Podcast \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nIn this edWebinar\, Lisa Schmucki\, founder and CEO of edWeb\, interviews Glenn Robbins\, Superintendent of Brigantine Public Schools (NJ)\, on the publication of his new book\, Unclench Your Fist: The Leader’s Guide to Making the Hard Call (and Surviving It). \nGreat leaders don’t avoid hard decisions\, they make them—with clarity\, courage\, and conviction. Glenn’s new book isn’t about leadership when it’s easy…it’s about leadership when it costs you something: when the room gets quiet\, when the emails start flying\, when you’re second-guessing yourself at 2:00 a.m. In this conversation\, Glenn shares insights on how you can: \n\nNavigate criticism without losing confidence\nMake tough calls without losing your integrity\nLead through conflict without losing yourself\n\nSometimes leadership means standing firm. But first\, you have to unclench your fist. Glenn’s new book is your playbook for managing the pressure and is available on Amazon. \nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to school and district leaders\, industry leaders\, and any educator or individual in a leadership role. \n \n \nAbout the Presenter \nGlenn Robbins is the proud Superintendent of the Brigantine Public School District in New Jersey and has served as a public school superintendent since 2016. His prior roles include middle school principal\, high school assistant principal\, social studies teacher\, and varsity coach. Glenn is a two-time best-selling author of Calm in the Chaos and I Won’t Back Down\, and a nationally sought-after speaker. His leadership has earned him numerous awards\, including EdTech Digest International District Leadership Finalist\, National Exemplar of Education Award\, Top 100 Educational Influencers in the U.S.\, NJ Visionary Superintendent\, and NASSP Digital Principal of the Year. He is a member of the Digital Promise League of Innovative Schools and was named NASS Technology (AI) Superintendent of the Year. Glenn has been invited to the White House and U.S. Department of Education under three administrations. He holds a National Superintendent Certification and serves as an AASA mentor and board member. \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nJoin the Leadership Practices for Innovative Leaders community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\n  \n  \n  URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/leadership20260326/ CATEGORIES:Book Talk,Coaching and Mentorship,Leadership/Administration ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://home.edweb.net/wp-content/uploads/20260326-leadership-event.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T170000 DTSTAMP:20260326T130138Z CREATED:20260226T033131Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260326T130138Z UID:11759236-1774454400-1774458000@home.edweb.net SUMMARY:Asset-Based Assessment in Math: Unpacking Its Importance and Impact in the Classroom DESCRIPTION:Presented by Amy Gross\, Educator\, Assessment Designer\, and Director of Sensemaking\, Amplify \nSponsored by Amplify Desmos Math \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nWhat happens when we highlight students’ assets instead of deficits? When we move beyond student thinking to student thinking plus performance? This edWebinar explores asset-based assessment—what it is and how it makes a difference in K–12 math classrooms. In addition to strategies and best practices\, viewers walk away with a free Asset-Based Assessment ebook and Amplify Classroom activities to use in their next lesson. \nThis recorded edWebinar is of particular interest to K-12 teachers\, librarians\, school leaders\, district leaders\, and education technology leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenter \nAmy Gross is a National Board Certified Teacher in young adult mathematics\, as well as a UTeach alum with a master’s degree in curriculum and instruction. She is also a Maker Teaching Fellow and loves designing project-based curricula that make math and science come alive. During Amy’s teaching career\, she was honored with various awards\, including being recognized as one of the top ten teachers in the community by her local chamber of commerce. She has also received several grants to extend the impact of STEM programming in her district. In 2022\, Amy pivoted to assessment design at a small start-up called Math ANEX\, which was acquired by Amplify in 2024. Currently\, she focuses on implementing asset-based design in the diagnostic assessment of Amplify’s mCLASS® Math. \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nJoin the Assessment for 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 \nAmplify is dedicated to collaborating with educators to create learning experiences that are rigorous and riveting for all students. We believe in math that motivates. Our curiosity-driven math resources are designed to build students’ math proficiency for life. By combining clear\, step-by-step lesson plans with interesting problems students are eager to solve\, Amplify enables teachers to spend more time where it’s most impactful: creating a collaborative classroom of learners who see themselves as math people. \n\n \n  URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/assessment20260325/ CATEGORIES:Assessment,Mathematics ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://home.edweb.net/wp-content/uploads/20260325-assessment-event.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T150000 DTSTAMP:20260921T141754Z CREATED:20260225T170811Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260921T141754Z UID:11748794-1774447200-1774450800@home.edweb.net SUMMARY:Solving Education’s Coherence Problem: Connecting Curricula\, Assessment\, Instruction\, and AI DESCRIPTION:Presented by Janice Pavelonis\, Superintendent\, Carbondale Elementary School District 95 (IL); and Dr. Gene Kerns\, Chief Academic Officer\, Renaissance \nSponsored by Renaissance \nWatch the RecordingListen to the PodcastRead the Article \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nPersonalizing learning while maintaining curriculum fidelity is a longstanding challenge in K–12 education. Could the thoughtful use of AI tools hold the solution\, helping teams to better connect curricula\, assessment\, and instruction in every classroom? \nIn this edLeader Panel\, join two instructional leaders for the answer\, as they explore what a truly connected instructional environment looks like—and how it lightens teachers’ cognitive load while promoting more meaningful learning experiences. \nYou also explore: \n\nThe concept of an Education Intelligence System\nThe growing role of AI in simplifying daily decisions\nStrategies for reducing fragmentation between assessment\, curricula\, and learning tools\nHow more coherent systems support whole‑school improvement\n\nThis recorded edLeader Panel is of interest to K-12 school leaders\, district leaders\, and education technology leaders\, but will be particularly relevant to superintendents\, assistant superintendents\, curriculum directors\, and assessment directors. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nJanice Pavelonis is Superintendent at Carbondale Elementary School District 95 in Illinois. She previously served as an assistant superintendent\, director of professional learning\, principal\, literacy coach\, and teacher. She has led districts toward the implementation of standards-based instructional models\, and she has provided numerous trainings on leadership and educator practice for regional\, statewide\, and national audiences. \n \nGene Kerns\, Ed.D.\, is Chief Academic Officer at Renaissance and a nationally acclaimed speaker on assessment\, learning progressions\, and educational standards. He is a third-generation educator and a former director of curriculum and instruction. He is also co-author of three books: inFormative Assessment\, Unlocking Student Talent\, and Literacy Reframed. \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nJoin the Artificial Intelligence in Education community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\n \nAs a global leader in education technology operating in more than 110 countries\, Renaissance is committed to providing educators with insights and resources to accelerate growth and help all students build a strong foundation for success. \n\n \n  \n  \n  URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/ai20260325/ CATEGORIES:Artificial Intelligence,Assessment,Curriculum Development,edLeader Panel,Personalized Learning,Teacher Development and Retention ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://home.edweb.net/wp-content/uploads/20260325-ai-event_panel.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260325T140000 DTSTAMP:20260921T141824Z CREATED:20260316T165414Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260921T141824Z UID:11869786-1774443600-1774447200@home.edweb.net SUMMARY:Building CTE Programs That Prepare Students for an AI-Driven Workforce DESCRIPTION:Presented by Tisha Richmond\, Culinary Arts Teacher\, Book Author\, Medford School District 549C (OR); and Tara Bordeaux\, 2018 Texas Teacher of the Year\, CTE Specialist – Arts/AV Tech & Comms\, and Info Tech\, Austin Independent School District (TX)\nModerated by Justin McElwee\, Enablement Manager\, Wayground (formerly Quizizz) \nSponsored by Wayground (formerly Quizizz) \nWatch the RecordingListen to the PodcastRead the Article \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nCareer and Technical Education (CTE) is evolving rapidly as schools work to better prepare students for college\, careers\, and the modern workforce. Today’s CTE pathways connect students to industry certifications\, dual credit opportunities\, and real-world learning experiences. Yet many school and district leaders still have limited visibility into how CTE systems actually operate\, from accountability requirements and funding structures to the instructional realities inside CTE classrooms. \nIn this edLeader Panel\, educators Tara Bordeaux of Austin ISD\, 2018 Texas Teacher of the Year\, and Tisha Richmond\, nationally recognized CTE educator and book author\, provide a practical look at how modern CTE programs function at both the system and classroom levels. The conversation explores how CTE pathways are structured from middle school career exploration to high school specialization\, how programs align with industry-based certifications and postsecondary readiness goals\, and why strong CTE implementation can positively impact student engagement and graduation outcomes. \nThe session also addresses common misconceptions about CTE and highlight the leadership decisions that help programs thrive. Viewers gain insights into how district and school leaders can better support CTE teachers\, many of whom transition directly from industry into education\, and build sustainable career pathways that benefit students and communities. \nLearning objectives: \n\nLearn the evolution of CTE and the current landscape of CTE in the AI era\nUnderstand how modern CTE pathways are structured across middle and high school\nLearn how CTE programs connect to certifications\, accountability measures\, and district funding\nExplore the instructional realities and opportunities within CTE classrooms\nIdentify leadership strategies that help schools and districts strengthen career pathways\n\nThis recorded edLeader Panel is of interest to middle and high school district leaders\, school leaders\, and education technology leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nTisha Richmond is a high school culinary arts teacher\, author\, podcast host\, and education specialist from Southern Oregon. With 30 years in Career and Technical Education and experience as a tech integration specialist\, she brings creativity and innovation to education. Tisha has authored Make Learning MAGICAL and The Magical CTE Classroom\, co-authored the EduProtocol Companion Guide\, and co-wrote the children’s book Dragon Smart with her son\, Tommy—each inspiring playful\, engaging learning experiences for students and educators alike. \n \nTara Bordeaux is an award-winning digital media and communications educator\, advocate\, and creative. She is an Apple Distinguished Educator and\, in 2018\, was named the Texas Teacher of the Year. Tara is recognized for her leadership in Career and Technical Education (CTE)\, edtech\, and digital media. With a professional background in film and television production\, Tara brings a unique perspective to education by integrating storytelling\, creativity\, and technology to inspire both students and educators. \nTara is deeply committed to empowering teachers to find their voice and helping students use theirs to create meaningful impact in their communities. Her students have become published authors; presented on panels\, webinars\, and conferences; been featured on PBS NewsHour; directed national commercials; and produced an episode of an Emmy-Award-winning show on Netflix. Proof that when learning is meaningful\, magic happens in CTE. \n \nAbout the Moderator \nJustin McElwee is a former educator with 15 years of experience spanning special education\, history\, English\, and instructional technology coaching. He holds a master’s degree in educational technology and is deeply passionate about how technology can enhance learning while advancing equity and accessibility in classrooms. Beyond education\, Justin is an avid podcaster and creative content producer. He has worked on projects for LiveSchool\, Teacher Misery author Jane Morris\, Belly Up Sports\, and his own show\, Baseball and Whatever. In 2022\, the podcast was shortlisted for Best Baseball Podcast Episode at the Sports Podcast Awards for an interview with MLB All-Star Jason Kendall. A lifelong tech enthusiast\, Justin’s love for technology began with his family’s first PC in 1994. Outside of work\, he enjoys time with his wife\, Erica\, and their two toddlers\, Maddie and Mason\, in Chicago. \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nJoin the Career\, Technical\, and Adult Education community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, and receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars. \n\nWayground (formerly Quizizz) is a teaching platform that lets you deliver instruction that’s relevant for every student with a boost from AI. With Wayground\, teachers can plan engaging yet rigorous assessments\, lessons\, or activities in a matter of minutes for any grade level or subject. \n\n \n  \n  URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/cte20260325/ CATEGORIES:Artificial Intelligence,Career Education,College and Career Readiness,CTE: Career and Tech Ed,edLeader Panel ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://home.edweb.net/wp-content/uploads/20260325-cte-event_panel.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260324T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260324T170000 DTSTAMP:20260324T204859Z CREATED:20260309T112107Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T204859Z UID:11823461-1774368000-1774371600@home.edweb.net SUMMARY:Quick\, Engaging Activities for Big Thinking: Games\, Games\, Games! DESCRIPTION:Presented by Terra Tarango\, Chief Education Officer\, Van Andel Institute for Education (VAI Education); and Ben Talsma\, Learning Solutions Specialist\, Van Andel Institute for Education (VAI Education) \nSponsored by Van Andel Institute for Education (VAI Education) \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nLooking for activities that are short on time but big on impact? In this high-energy edWebinar\, experience several quick\, engaging\, free games that spark curiosity\, creativity\, and critical thinking\, and can be done in just 15 minutes. \nWalk away with ready-to-use activities that make learning fun—no prep required. Come play\, learn\, and leave inspired! This recorded edWebinar is of interest to elementary through middle school teachers. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nTerra Tarango is a nationally recognized voice in education innovation. As Chief Education Officer at VAI Education\, Terra is known for transforming classrooms into spaces where curiosity\, creativity\, and critical thinking come alive. With more than two decades of leadership in professional development\, educational publishing\, and nonprofit work\, Terra can focus on big-picture vision or hands-on execution. She’s led national initiatives that empower teachers\, developed award-winning curricula\, and inspired thousands of educators through her keynote talks and workshops. \n \nBen Talsma is a passionate educator and speaker focused on making professional learning practical and meaningful for schools and districts. As a Learning Solutions Specialist at the Van Andel Institute for Education for 10 years\, he has led workshops across the country and worked alongside thousands of teachers to support the incredible work that they do. With more than 20 years of classroom experience\, Ben designs professional learning that is grounded in classroom reality and responsive to district goals. Participants leave with clear strategies\, concrete tools\, and a plan for bringing ideas to life in ways that strengthen student learning. \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nJoin the Inspire Learning & Engagement 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\nVAI Education’s mission is to prepare and inspire the next generation of scientists and problem solvers by creating classrooms where curiosity\, creativity\, and critical thinking thrive. URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/learning20260324/ CATEGORIES:Creativity,Critical Thinking Skills,Game-Based Learning,Student Engagement and Motivation,Teaching Practice and Pedagogy ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://home.edweb.net/wp-content/uploads/20260324-learning-event.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260324T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260324T160000 DTSTAMP:20260324T200212Z CREATED:20260303T152934Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T200212Z UID:11788517-1774364400-1774368000@home.edweb.net SUMMARY:Build Stronger Word Knowledge: 3 Vocabulary Talk Moves That Boost Vocabulary Development DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dr. Blythe Anderson\, Assistant Professor of Literacy Education\, University at Buffalo\, SUNY \nSponsored by Sadlier \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nIn this edWebinar\, PreK–12 educators and administrators explore three types of powerful vocabulary talk moves that can be used across the school day to strengthen students’ word knowledge: \n\nMoves that build deep understanding of word meanings\nMoves that spark curiosity and interest in words\nMoves that develop students’ awareness of words\n\nViewers explore how these practical talk moves can be integrated into daily instruction and classroom interactions across grade levels and content areas\, strengthening vocabulary development without requiring new programs or materials. This recorded edWebinar is of interest to PreK–12 teachers\, school leaders\, and district leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenter \nDr. Blythe Anderson is an Assistant Professor of Literacy Education in the Department of Learning and Instruction in the Graduate School of Education at the University at Buffalo. Dr. Anderson earned her Ph.D. in curriculum\, instruction\, and teacher education from Michigan State University\, with a specialization in language and literacy education. A former first-grade teacher and district literacy coordinator\, her research investigates instructional practices that promote the development of vocabulary knowledge and foundational skills for beginning readers and those experiencing reading difficulties. \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our 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\nWith 200 years of trusted experience\, Sadlier empowers K–12 educators to shape the future with proven\, research-based programs that drive student success. URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/literacyhero20260324/ CATEGORIES:English, Language Arts, Writing,Literacy,Reading Skills,Science of Reading ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://home.edweb.net/wp-content/uploads/20260324-literacyhero-event.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260324T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260324T150000 DTSTAMP:20260324T185625Z CREATED:20260224T175216Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T185625Z UID:11736384-1774360800-1774364400@home.edweb.net SUMMARY:Curriculum Implementation Research to Results: A Theory of Action for Student Outcomes DESCRIPTION:Presented by Helena Connolly\, Former Teacher\, Senior Director of Research\, Great Minds; Stacy Domingo\, Former Teacher\, Current Field Research & Implementation Lead\, Great Minds; and Meg Wexler\, Former Teacher\, Senior Service Designer\, Leadership and Enablement\, Great Minds \nSponsored by Great Minds \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nWhat does it really take to turn a strong curriculum into strong student outcomes? And how can teachers and leaders work together to make implementation stick? In this research-based edWebinar\, the presenters explore Great Minds’ free Theory of Action and Framework for Implementation Success to highlight the conditions that help high-quality instructional materials make a meaningful impact in classrooms. \nYou learn what effective implementation looks like in practice\, understand the key drivers that connect curricula\, professional learning\, and leadership\, and identify common challenges that can slow progress. Through research insights and real examples from schools and districts\, they share practical moves that strengthen alignment\, build teacher confidence\, and support consistent\, high-quality instruction. \nYou have time to reflect on your own context and consider small\, meaningful shifts that can lead to stronger coherence and improved student outcomes. Whether you’re a PreK-12 classroom teacher\, instructional coach\, or school or district leader\, you leave this edWebinar with actionable strategies and tools to support implementation in ways that are realistic\, sustainable\, and centered on student learning. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nHelena Connolly is the Senior Director of Research at Great Minds\, where she leads research strategy across curriculum development and product innovation. She oversees impact\, implementation\, and learning research to understand whether Great Minds’ programs improve student outcomes and the conditions that enable successful implementation in schools. Helena partners closely with product and professional learning teams to ensure research findings directly inform design decisions and advance evidence-based instruction. Helena’s perspective is shaped by her experience as a teacher in a high-needs elementary school. She is passionate about bringing together rigorous efficacy research\, learning science\, and educator-centered design to strengthen outcomes for all students. \n \nStacy (Fitzwater) Domingo is a Field Research & Implementation Lead at Great Minds PBC\, where she partners with school and district leaders nationwide to study and strengthen high-quality instructional materials implementation. A former school administrator\, fourth-grade teacher\, and K–8 music teacher in Phoenix’s West Valley\, Stacy has seen firsthand how great teaching and high-quality curricula can transform classrooms. She now blends that classroom and leadership experience with research—collaborating with cross-functional teams to examine real-world implementation\, surface stories of success\, and refine curricula and services. Passionate about helping educators and students reach their fullest potential\, Stacy works to connect what’s happening in schools to what’s possible through thoughtful design and continuous learning. \n \nMeg Wexler is an education leader with 15+ years of experience advancing literacy outcomes and implementing high-quality instructional materials (HQIM). As a Senior Service Designer at Great Minds\, she develops scalable programs that support district and school leaders in effective curriculum implementation. \nPreviously\, she was a founding literacy teacher at KIPP SoCal\, where she contributed to schoolwide literacy strategy\, coached teachers\, and drove data-informed improvement. She began her career as a teacher in Baltimore City Public Schools\, supporting diverse learners and mentoring new educators. Meg holds a master’s in education from Johns Hopkins University and a bachelor’s in English from The George Washington University. \nLearn more about earning a CE certificate and our accessibility features. \nJoin the Accelerate Learning community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\n \nGreat Minds PBC is a public benefit corporation founded on the belief that education should be rich in knowledge and accessible to every child. In literacy\, Great Minds® has developed Arts & Letters® and Wit & Wisdom®\, core English language arts programs anchored by award-winning books and authentic texts that build knowledge on engaging topics in grade levels K–8. Great Minds also has developed Geodes® books for emerging and developing readers in grade levels K–3. Geodes are published by Great Minds PBC and can be used with any reading foundations program. Geodes was originally created in association with Wilson Language Training. Great Minds also is the publisher of Eureka Math®\, Eureka Math2®\, and PhD Science®.​ URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/accelerate20260324/ CATEGORIES:Curriculum Development,Education Research/Evidence,Professional Development,Teaching Practice and Pedagogy ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://home.edweb.net/wp-content/uploads/20260324-accelerate-event.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR