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SUMMARY:Math Without Barriers: A Universal Design for Learning Classroom
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Oscar Perales\, Ed.D.\, Speaker\, Thought Leader\, and STEM Specialist\, Amplify \nSponsored by Amplify \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin us for an interactive edWebinar on creating a Universal Design for Learning (UDL) classroom where math is approachable and engaging for all students. Discover practical strategies and innovative approaches to designing math instruction that taps into students’ natural curiosity and assets while adjusting to different learning needs and abilities. Gain insights on implementing UDL principles to provide access to grade-level math for every student. \nYou walk away inspired and equipped to transform your math classroom into a dynamic learning environment where every student’s thinking is cultivated\, celebrated\, and thriving. This recorded edWebinar is of interest to K-12 teachers\, librarians\, school leaders\, district leaders\, and education technology leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenter \nDr. Oscar Perales is a speaker\, thought leader\, and STEM product specialist at Amplify. He’s passionate about utilizing technology in the classroom to empower the teaching and learning experience\, providing opportunities for discourse in a visually creative way\, and providing students with a voice and ownership of their thinking. Dr. Perales works with educators across the United States to improve instructional techniques and optimize the use of innovative digital resources. His expertise in curriculum design\, instructional strategies\, and data-driven decision making has helped students of all backgrounds and abilities achieve positive outcomes. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new 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 \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\, teachers can spend more time where it’s most impactful: creating a collaborative classroom of learners who see themselves as math people.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/mathskills20250818/
CATEGORIES:Mathematics,Universal Design for Learning
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250814T160000
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SUMMARY:The Parent Magnet Method: A Step-by-Step Marketing Plan to Grow Your ECE Programs' Enrollment
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Meghan Cornwell\, Head of US Marketing\, Famly; and Adrienne Shannon\, US Marketing Manager\, Famly \nSponsored by Famly \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nYou became a childcare educator because you love children and believe in the power of early learning. Marketing probably wasn’t part of your original plan—and that’s perfectly okay. \nBut in today’s competitive early education landscape\, you need more families to find and choose your program. That doesn’t mean becoming a marketing expert. It means learning how to authentically communicate the heart of what you do every day—online and offline. In this practical\, down-to-earth edWebinar made just for educators\, you learn: \n\nTips to help you connect with the right families in your community\nHow to define—and promote—what makes your center stand out\nFree online\, offline\, and in-person strategies (plus free tools to help)\nHow to track what’s working\, so you can stop what’s not—and spend more time doing what matters most: providing high-quality care\n\nThis recorded edWebinar is for early childhood directors of all experience levels\, whether you’re confident with marketing or just getting started. You leave with a clear plan\, practical tools\, and renewed confidence to grow your enrollment. \n\n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nMeghan Cornwell is the Head of US Marketing at Famly\, a role she began in January 2025. She brings a decade of experience in early childhood education marketing\, including roles in national nonprofits\, B-corps\, and as a consultant. She has also produced three podcasts focused on early childhood education. Meghan is deeply passionate about improving the experience of both families and educators and firmly believes that childcare should be affordable and accessible to all. Meghan holds a dual degree in communications and theatre from Virginia Wesleyan University. She lives in Richmond\, Virginia\, with her husband and six-year-old son. \n \nAdrienne Shannon is the US Marketing Manager for Famly. She is a regular contributor to Famly’s articles\, webinars\, and has interviewed many experts in the field of early childhood all around the world. Adrienne graduated from NYU and completed a master’s program at the University of Copenhagen. She lived in Denmark for four years\, where she joined Famly. She has now returned stateside\, and continues to be a part of the Famly team in Arlington\, VA. With a background in psychology\, communication\, and marketing\, she loves supporting the most important part of a person’s life: early childhood. You can often find her looking at photos and watching videos of her nieces and nephews. \n\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Early Childhood Learning Solutions community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\nFamly is a global leader in all-in-one childcare management platforms. Famly is designed to help owners and directors run their childcare businesses with ease. From streamlined reporting and billing\, to ratio tracking\, to seamless family communication in 130+ languages\, we make childcare operations more efficient—so you can focus on what truly matters: interacting with and teaching the children. \nUnlike traditional software\, Famly goes beyond admin. We believe it takes a village\, and that village needs to collaborate and communicate consistently. Famly connects staff and families\, increasing engagement and highlighting the high-quality care in your program. And because we believe in a better future for early childhood education\, we advocate for increased investment in the sector worldwide.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/earlychildhood20250814/
CATEGORIES:Early Childhood Learning,Family and Community Engagement,PreK-K Programs
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250813T140000
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SUMMARY:Make Every Math Skill Count: Insights for Education Leaders
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dr. Gene Kerns\, Chief Academic Officer\, Renaissance; and Michelle Stie\, Vice President of Program Design & Innovation\, National Math and Science Initiative \nSponsored by Renaissance \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nMath is a “ruthlessly cumulative” subject\, and missing even a single critical skill can greatly impact students’ future learning. How does the cumulative nature of mathematics impact instruction? And how can leaders help their teams to fully understand the progression of skills across grade levels—and leverage this knowledge in the classroom? \nJoin this edWebinar for the answers\, as experts from Renaissance and the National Math and Science Initiative share resources and strategies that leaders can use in the new school year. You understand how best to help your teachers: \n\nBuild greater math confidence and pedagogical expertise\nPrioritize essential skills and address missing prerequisites this fall\nMake grade-level content more meaningful and engaging to students\nIncrease motivation by promoting a culture of belonging in math\n\nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to K-12 math directors\, instructional coaches\, interventionists\, school leaders\, district leaders\, and education technology leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \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. \n \nMichelle Stie is Vice President of Program Design & Innovation for the National Math and Science Initiative (NMSI). She leads NMSI’s professional development program for school leaders and teachers\, focusing on improving STEM performance and opportunity in NMSI’s partner districts. Michelle joined NMSI in 2011 after 18 years in classroom and leadership positions. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new 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 \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.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/mathskills20250813/
CATEGORIES:Mathematics,Professional Development,Student Engagement and Motivation,Teaching Practice and Pedagogy
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SUMMARY:Best Practices and Tips for Webinar Marketing
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Lisa Schmucki\, Founder and CEO of edWeb.net; and Jerri Kemble\, National Academic Advisor and Evangelist for ClassLink \nWatch the RecordingListen to the PodcastRead the Article \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nWebinars have become one of the most popular marketing channels for solution providers. Hosting thought leadership and professional learning webinars is a great way for a company at any stage\, particularly in these challenging times\, to engage with educators for brand recognition\, lead generation\, content marketing\, market insights\, and nurturing relationships with education experts and leaders. \nView an edWebinar with Lisa Schmucki\, founder and CEO of edWeb.net\, and Jerri Kemble\, National Academic Advisor and Evangelist for ClassLink. Lisa shares lessons learned from over 15 years as the founder who launched professional learning webinars as a major media marketing channel. Lisa and Jerri provide tips for getting the best results from webinar marketing\, especially with school leaders and administrators. They also show how ClassLink works in partnership with AASA\, CoSN\, and edWeb to host a series of “EmpowerED Superintendents” webinars for superintendents and education leaders. \nThis edWebinar is of interest to education companies and associations that want to strengthen their webinar marketing efforts for success. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nLisa Schmucki is the founder and CEO of edWeb.net\, an award-winning professional learning network that provides peer-to-peer learning for a global community of 1 million educators. edWeb hosts online PLCs\, webinars\, and podcasts on the widest and deepest range of professional learning topics\, providing more choice\, voice\, flexibility\, and accessibility for all staff. edWeb has won 10 SIIA CODiE Awards and the 2024 EdTech Digest Award for Professional Development Learning Solution. \nLisa has 40 years of experience in educational publishing\, media\, and online learning. She serves on the Board of NCTET (National Coalition for Technology in Education & Training)\, the Expert Network for ERDI (Education Research and Development Institute)\, the Project Tomorrow SpeakUp Council\, the EdSAFE Industry Council\, and the SIIA AI Transparency Working Group. She is a graduate of Princeton University and has a master’s degree from the Stern School of Business at NYU. Lisa is featured in InnovateHERS: Why Purpose-Driven Women Rise to the Top by Barbara Kurshan and Kathy Hurley. \n \nJerri Kemble is an accomplished leader in the field of educational technology\, best known for her innovative approach and dedication to positive change. Jerri has been honored with several prestigious awards throughout her career\, recognizing her seasoned leadership and impact. These accolades include Kansas School Counselor of the Year\, eSchool News Tech-Savvy Superintendent\, Kansas State University’s Educational Administration Student of the Year\, and Technology Leader of the Year by Tech and Learning Magazine. \nAs the National Academic Advisor and Evangelist for ClassLink and co-host of the LinkedUp: Breaking Boundaries in Education podcast\, Jerri continues to impact the educational landscape profoundly. Her passion for pushing boundaries and fostering meaningful change shines through in all her endeavors. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the edFocus 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 
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/edfocus20250813/
CATEGORIES:Education Marketing,Professional Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250812T160000
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SUMMARY:Math and STEM Walks: Inquiry-Based Learning Experiences that Engage All Students
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dr. Koshi Dhingra\, Former College Professor\, Current Founder and CEO\, talkSTEM \nSponsored by Savvas Learning Company \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nHow can you use everyday settings like parks\, playgrounds\, and neighborhoods to get students engaged and excited about math and STEM? In this edWebinar\, Dr. Koshi Dhingra\, founder and CEO of the nonprofit organization talkSTEM\, explores place-based learning strategies that engage students in real-world\, inquiry- and observation-based learning experiences. \nStarting with quick virtual math and STEM walks\, Dr. Dhingra then shares how teachers can develop walk stops on their own campuses—and even help students to create their own math and STEM walks. She also shows how each walk is closely connected to essential curricular concepts\, strengthening both student engagement and student achievement. \nViewers leave with: \n\nAn overview of research findings on the learning outcomes of math and STEM walks\nAn understanding of design methods for creating engaging\, effective walks\nDesign worksheets for creating custom math and STEM walks\nFree access to a video library with almost 300 math and STEM walk stops\n\nGive math and STEM the opportunity to leap off the page and into the real world with fun\, interactive walks that bring math and STEM to life for all learners! All educators with an interest in math and STEM—especially K-8 classroom teachers\, curriculum directors\, and instructional leaders—are encouraged to view this edWebinar. \n\n \n \nAbout the Presenter \nDr. Koshi Dhingra is the founder and CEO of talkSTEM\, a nonprofit organization dedicated to making STEM learning engaging for all children and helping educators more effectively develop the future generation of STEM leaders. Dr. Dhingra received an undergraduate degree from the National University of Singapore and a doctorate in science education from Teachers College\, Columbia University. Her research focused on connecting formal and informal educational opportunities for over 20 years. She has years of experience teaching at the middle and high school levels and in teacher education programs. She previously served as a Director of the Science and Engineering Education Center at the University of Texas at Dallas. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \n\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 \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/learning20250812/
CATEGORIES:Environment and Nature,Inquiry-Based Learning,Mathematics,STEM/STEAM
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SUMMARY:Heroes Within: A Framework for Empowering Students to Own Their Learning Journeys
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Aaron Hansen\, Educator\, International Speaker\, Coach\, and Author \nSponsored by Solution Tree \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nAll too often\, students sit passively in compliance\, “doing school\,” doing just enough to get by. Others lack the motivation to even try. In this edWebinar\, you learn how to shift students’ mindsets from one of compliance\, apathy\, and even victimization to a new story of hope where they become the hero in their own story. Help learners have purpose\, ownership\, and the courage to try\, persevere\, and develop a strong sense of self-efficacy and motivation. \nViewers: \n\nLearn part of the framework they can use to help students start taking ownership today\nExplore how to help students track their own progress and make decisions about how to get better\nBe reinspired and reinvigorated for their profession\n\nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to PreK-12 teachers\, school leaders\, coaches\, school counselors\, and any educator interested in helping kids’ motivation and ownership. \n \n \nAbout the Presenter \nAaron Hansen is an expert in professional learning communities (PLCs)\, Response to Intervention (RTI)\, and student empowerment. He is a highly sought-after international speaker\, strategic consultant\, coach\, and author. He has been featured on CNN\, ABC\, FOX News\, and BBC as an innovator and thought leader in U.S. education. As a principal of a turnaround middle school\, Aaron has lived the work to award-winning levels. He uses compelling stories paired with educational and psychological research and practical strategies to help teachers empower their students as the heroes of their own learning journey\, ready to face life’s challenges. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Inspire Learning & Engagement community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\n \nSince 1998\, Solution Tree has worked to empower educators. We share your vision to transform education to ensure learning for all\, and we can help you make this vision a reality. No other professional learning company provides our unique blend of research-based\, results-driven services that improve learning outcomes for students.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/learning20250811/
CATEGORIES:Counseling,Growth Mindset and Culture,Student Agency and Voice,Student Engagement and Motivation
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250807T160000
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SUMMARY:Music Supports STEAM Learning in Early Childhood
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Lili M. Levinowitz\, Ph.D.\, Director of Research\, Music Together Worldwide\, and Professor Emerita of Music Education\, Rowan University\nModerated by Lisa Chouteau\, Senior Video Producer\, Music Together Worldwide \nSponsored by Music Together Worldwide \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nFull STEAM ahead! Educators recognize that curricular integration is the most efficient\, effective\, and authentic way to support children’s learning in multiple domains. STEAM (science\, technology\, engineering\, art\, and math) learning is becoming common in early elementary education as increasingly more educators are seeing the benefits of integrating arts-based education with learning in other core curricular areas. \nIn this edWebinar\, viewers come to understand how music can support young children’s learning in science\, technology\, engineering\, and mathematics—all while developing their innate music capacity. Viewers gain concrete ideas on ways to use developmentally appropriate music activities to support STEAM learning in enjoyable and holistic ways and discover new songs and activities they can add to their lessons right away. Direct connections with STEAM-related national learning standards are made. \nThis recorded edWebinar is of particular interest to educators working with preschoolers\, kindergartners\, and first graders\, but all early childhood educators will leave inspired by the power of music to support learning. \n \n \nAbout the Presenter \n​​​​Lili M. Levinowitz\, Ph.D. is Director of Research at Music Together Worldwide and Professor Emerita of Music Education at Rowan University. She is the co-author of Music Together\, the first early childhood music education program to start at birth and to focus on the involvement of parents and caregivers in children’s music learning. Music Together classes are now found in over 3\,000 communities across 40 countries. Dr. Levinowitz has trained thousands of Music Together teachers and has been actively involved in teaching very young children and graduate students for decades. As an international leader on early childhood music education\, her articles appear frequently in journals and online\, and she is a sought-after presenter on early childhood music education. She is the Early Childhood Music and Movement Association’s (ECMMA) 2024 Hall of Honor Inductee\, recognizing her lifetime of achievement with worldwide influence on music and movement education.  \n \nAbout the Moderator \nLisa Chouteau is the Music in Early Learning edWebinar series host. She is the Senior Video Producer and Manager of Video Production at Music Together Worldwide and holds a B.S. in business administration\, training\, and development from The College of New Jersey. Lisa is also an Emmy Award-winning television producer of public affairs and educational programming for public television and cable networks across the country.  \nJoin the Music in Early Learning community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \n\nMusic Together® is the leader in early childhood music education. Our curriculum and enrichment resources have decades of research behind them\, in both music education and child development. As the first organization to hold music classes for the youngest learners\, and the first to include parents\, we have been pioneers in early childhood music education since day one. First offered in 1987\, our music classes\, curricula\, and enrichment resources for children birth through kindergarten help little ones develop their innate musicality and much\, much more—when Music Together is offered by a school\, music becomes a powerful learning tool. From private and public preschools\, to pre-kindergarten programs\, Head Start\, childcare centers\, and in-home daycares\, our award-winning music and developmentally appropriate activities have been found to raise the overall quality of children’s early learning.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/music20250807/
CATEGORIES:Early Childhood Learning,Music for Early Learning,PreK-K Programs,STEM/STEAM
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SUMMARY:Feedback with Purpose: Preparing Students for Future Success with the RISE Model
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dr. Jodie Donner\, Senior Instructional Designer\, Committee for Children; and Emily Wray\, Creator\, RISE Model for Meaningful Feedback \nSponsored by Second Step \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nUnlock the power of human skills to transform your students’ futures! Join us for an energizing edWebinar that reveals why leadership in higher education values skills like metacognition\, adaptability\, and empathy\, even more than technical knowledge—and how you can build these skills right now in your high school classrooms. \nWhat you gain: \n\nProven classroom practices that seamlessly weave human skills into any subject area\nStep-by-step guidance on using the RISE (Reflect\, Inquire\, Suggest\, and Elevate) peer-to-peer feedback model\, so students practice strategic thinking and constructive feedback with purpose\nReal-world success stories showing how RISE prepares learners for college\, career\, and life beyond the classroom\n\nDr. Jodie Donner\, from Committee for Children\, and Emily Wray\, the creator of the RISE Model for Meaningful Feedback\, share how to guide students in effective peer conversations\, embed high-impact feedback loops\, and accelerate skill growth across all content areas. You hear about ready-to-use strategies that empower students as they prepare for postsecondary success in college and career readiness. \nEducators\, including classroom teachers\, as well as school and district administrators—and all individuals committed to preparing students with the essential communication\, collaboration\, and critical-thinking skills necessary for postsecondary success—are strongly encouraged to view. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nDr. Jodie Donner is an award-winning learning experience developer and educator currently working as a Senior Instructional Designer at Committee for Children. Having spent 25 years in education\, Dr. Donner has co-created a technology course for preservice teachers\, co-designed and led professional learning aimed at the equitable advancement of computer science education for underserved students\, and now creates engaging learning opportunities that support human skill development in K-12 students. Building professional learning communities and supporting the work of classroom educators is a prominent focus of her work\, presentations\, and publications. \n \nEmily Wray is an educator\, communications specialist\, and the creator of the RISE Model for Meaningful Feedback—a widely adopted framework used in organizations and institutions around the world to strengthen how people give and receive feedback. With a background in media communications and instructional design\, Emily has spent over a decade helping leaders\, educators\, and teams build trust\, improve collaboration\, and communicate with clarity. Her work bridges theory and practice\, offering practical tools that foster real growth. Today\, she leads RISE with the mission of making feedback more thoughtful\, actionable\, and human. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the College\, Career\, and Life Readiness community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\nCommittee for Children is a nonprofit on a mission to ensure children everywhere can thrive emotionally\, socially\, and academically. Today\, our social-emotional learning (SEL) and child safety programs reach more than 24.4 million children worldwide. Our Second Step® SEL programs include curricula for Early Learning through Grade 8\, with additional offerings for out-of-school time and K–12 staff. These research-based programs are designed to help students and adults strengthen social-emotional skills like empathy\, resilience\, and managing emotions to build a more positive\, supportive school climate.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/ccss20250806/
CATEGORIES:College and Career Readiness,Communication Skills,Social-Emotional Learning,Teaching Practice and Pedagogy
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SUMMARY:Elevating Early Childhood Family-Teacher Conferences: From Meetings to Meaningful Connections
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dr. Tricia Shelton\, Assistant Professor\, Slippery Rock University\nModerated by Stephanie Roselli\, Executive Editor\, Gryphon House \nSponsored by Gryphon House \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \n\nThis edWebinar aims to transform the way early childhood educators approach family-teacher conferences by shifting the focus from routine meetings to meaningful\, relationship-centered interactions. Viewers explore practical strategies that foster trust\, encourage two-way communication\, and prioritize student growth and family engagement. \nThe session includes discussion of research-informed strategies\, conversation guides\, and planning tools. Emphasis is placed on culturally responsive communication\, goal setting with families\, and navigating difficult conversations with empathy and clarity. \nLearning objectives include: \n\nExplore inclusive\, strengths-based practices that center family voices\nDevelop tools to prepare\, structure\, and follow up on conferences with intentionality\nReflect on how conference interactions impact school-family partnerships and student success\n\nEarly childhood educators\, school leaders\, and family engagement staff leave with actionable ideas to make conferences more personalized\, purposeful\, and empowering for all stakeholders. This edWebinar supports stronger home-school collaboration and helps teachers build confidence in engaging families as true partners in the learning process. \n\n \n \nAbout the Presenter \nDr. Tricia H. Shelton is a nationally recognized expert in early childhood education\, family engagement\, and equity-centered school leadership. With over two decades of experience as an educator\, K–4 principal\, and higher education faculty member\, she brings a unique blend of classroom expertise and research-informed leadership to her work. \nCurrently an Assistant Professor at Slippery Rock University\, Dr. Shelton’s scholarship focuses on inclusive practices and dismantling systemic inequities that impact marginalized children and families. Her work empowers future educators to lead with cultural responsiveness\, empathy\, and a strong sense of social justice. A passionate advocate for family-school partnerships\, Dr. Shelton is dedicated to helping educators build meaningful\, affirming relationships with families that support student success and create thriving school communities. \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 viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Early Learning Book Chats community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\nGryphon House is an award-winning publisher of early childhood resources for teachers and parents.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/bookchats20250806/
CATEGORIES:Early Childhood Learning,Family and Community Engagement,PreK-K Programs
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SUMMARY:Supporting Struggling Math Students: 6 Recent Research-Based Recommendations for Elementary and Middle School
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dr. John Woodward\, Nationally Recognized Mathematics Author\, Writer\, and Speaker \nSponsored by Voyager Sopris Learning \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nIn this edWebinar\, respected mathematics expert Dr. John Woodward draws upon six key recommendations from the recent Institute of Education Sciences’ (IES) synthesis of research\, Assisting Students Struggling with Mathematics: Intervention in the Elementary Grades (2021). \nDr. Woodward explores the recommendations and their strong level of support based on high-quality studies in the fields of remedial and special education. Rather than detail each recommendation in isolation\, this session shows how many of the recommendations work in concert. Dr. Woodward draws on a variety of core mathematical tasks to illustrate how educators can apply the recommendations. \nJoin us and learn: \n\nHow the IES guide can be helpful to all teachers\, including those new to the profession and crossover teachers\nThe need for students to possess the skills outlined in the IES guide to be prepared for technical jobs\, as manufacturing makes a resurgence in this country\nEfficient ways educators can combine the recommendations for effective teaching and learning\n\nThis timely and applicable edWebinar is designed for any elementary or middle school educator tasked with helping struggling math students overcome challenges and gain a deeper understanding\, ultimately leading to success. \n \n \nAbout the Presenter \nDr. John Woodward is a nationally recognized mathematics author\, writer\, and speaker. He is the past Dean of the School of Education and Professor Emeritus at the University of Puget Sound in Tacoma\, WA. As a researcher\, he focused on mathematics interventions for academically low-achieving students\, particularly in elementary and middle grades. Dr. Woodward has published more than 80 articles and presented on mathematics education issues throughout the U.S.\, as well as in Canada\, Asia\, and Europe. He is the senior author of TransMath\, a math intervention program for middle school students. He also is the co-developer of NUMBERS\, a math professional development program for K–8 teachers. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Building Understanding in Mathematics community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\n \nVoyager Sopris Learning® is the specialist in reading\, writing\, and math intervention. Fully focused on intervention\, we have established four decades of results that demonstrate the efficacy of our solutions. Providing a holistic offering of reading\, writing\, and math interventions and assessments\, our solutions help educators create strong\, sustainable foundations to ensure academic success for all students. \n\n \n 
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/math20250805/
CATEGORIES:Education Research/Evidence,Mathematics
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SUMMARY:How to Structure MTSS Teams for Better Student Outcomes: Collaboration\, Action\, and Accountability
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Makiri Pugh\, Managing Director of Teaching\, Learning\, and Innovation\, Maya Angelou Public Charter Schools (DC); Mandy Couturier\, Director of MTSS\, Harwood Unified Union School District (VT); and Susan Long\, Education Consultant\, Branching Minds \nSponsored by Branching Minds \nWatch the RecordingListen to the PodcastRead the Article \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nDo your MTSS teams spend more time talking about problems than solving them? Are the right people even at the table? This edLeader Panel helps you structure your MTSS teams\, clarify roles and responsibilities\, and run focused meetings that lead to real outcomes. \nWe walk through how to organize your team’s work for impact\, including: \n\nHow to build MTSS teams at the district\, campus\, grade level/department\, and student level\nTeam roles and responsibilities\nMTSS meeting agenda templates for each type of meeting\nTips and resources to streamline collaboration and accountability\n\nMake 2025–2026 the year your MTSS teams get things done. Bring your team—we bring the resources! This recorded edLeader Panel is of interest to K-12 school and district leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nMakiri Pugh is a seasoned instructional leader\, systems strategist\, and AI integration expert with over a decade of experience transforming outcomes in alternative and charter school environments. He currently serves as the Managing Director of Teaching\, Learning\, and Innovation at Maya Angelou Schools and See Forever Foundation\, where he leads networkwide academic strategy\, instructional coherence\, and professional development across five campuses. \nMakiri specializes in building from the ground up: instructional frameworks\, data cycles\, MTSS implementation systems\, culturally responsive pedagogy\, and professional learning architecture. His work has resulted in increased teacher performance\, accelerated student achievement\, and scalable systems that sustain beyond individual leadership. With deep roots in school leadership and a reputation for clarity\, execution\, and strategic vision\, Makiri brings both technical fluency and human-centered design to every project he supports. \n \nMandy Couturier is the Director of MTSS for the Harwood Unified Union School District in Vermont\, where she leads districtwide efforts to build equitable\, effective systems of support for all learners. With over 20 years in education—including a decade as a special educator and seven years as Principal of Moretown Elementary—Mandy brings deep expertise in inclusive instruction\, behavioral supports\, and systems-level leadership. \nShe holds dual master’s degrees in special education and emotional/behavioral disorders from Rivier University and is a certified CPI Instructor. Mandy is known for her commitment to student-centered learning\, collaborative school cultures\, and practical MTSS implementation that drives real outcomes. In her current role\, she supports school teams in aligning practices\, analyzing data\, and sustaining proactive intervention systems. Whether leading change in a single building or across an entire district\, Mandy is passionate about ensuring every student receives the support they need to thrive. \n \nSusan Long\, M.Ed.\, brings over 20 years of experience driving effective MTSS and literacy practices in schools. A graduate of the University of Delaware and Neumann University\, Susan’s foundation in systems-level change was built during her time as a Data Coach for the state of Delaware\, where she led districts in using the Taking Action with Data© framework. As a consultant with Branching Minds\, she supports school leaders and educators in building MTSS handbooks\, implementing best practices\, and using data to guide instruction and intervention. Her coaching empowers districts to build sustainable systems that close achievement gaps and support all learners. Susan’s personal mission is to ensure every child’s civil right to learn to read is fulfilled. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new 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\nBranching Minds is a leading K-12 educational technology platform designed to streamline the work of MTSS and make personalized learning sustainable. By integrating data and providing actionable insights\, our platform empowers teachers to meet the unique needs\, strengths\, and challenges of every student. Branching Minds simplifies the MTSS process\, giving teachers the tools and guidance needed to personalize support\, freeing up their time to focus on building meaningful\, positive relationships with students.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/assessment20250805/
CATEGORIES:Assessment,Leadership/Administration,MTSS,Special Education
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SUMMARY:AI Literacy and Digital Responsibility in K-5: What Educators and Leaders Need to Know
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Steve Dembo\, Director of Digital Innovation\, Western Springs School District 101 (IL); Dr. Kimberly Robertson\, Executive Director of Choice Schools and Programs\, Guilford County Schools (NC); and Matthew Bannon\, Director of Curriculum\, Robo Wunderkind \nSponsored by Robo Wunderkind \nWatch the RecordingListen to the PodcastRead the Article \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nArtificial intelligence is already shaping how children learn\, play\, and interact. To ensure students can engage with technology safely and responsibly\, AI literacy must become a foundational part of K-5 education. Join this edLeader Panel to learn why AI literacy is critical for K-5 students and get practical steps to bring it into your classrooms. \nViewers learn: \n\nHow AI tools like chatbots and recommendation engines are already influencing students\nThe risks of uncritical AI use and how AI literacy builds digital responsibility and critical thinking\nAge-appropriate\, cross-curricular strategies to teach AI in K-5 through unplugged and hands-on activities\nWhat district leaders can do to scale AI integration effectively\n\nThe session includes real-life classroom examples\, implementation frameworks\, and free resources to get started right away. Bonus: Learn how to join Robo Wunderkind’s fall 2025 pilot program for early access to the world’s first K-5 AI literacy curriculum. This recorded edLeader Panel is of interest to K-5 teachers\, school leaders\, and district leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nSteve Dembo began his career as a kindergarten teacher\, igniting a passion for sparking curiosity and creativity from an early age. Today\, Steve serves as the Director of Digital Innovation and a middle school computer science teacher at Western Springs School District 101 in Illinois\, where he leads efforts to integrate STEAM and AI learning into daily instruction. As the founder of Teach42 and a former Director of Social Media and Online Community for Discovery Education\, he has helped thousands of educators embrace technology to transform their classrooms. He is the co-author of Untangling the Web: 20 Tools to Power Up Your Teaching\, a practical guide to using digital tools in the classroom. In addition to his teaching and writing\, Steve served as President of the Skokie and Morton Grove District 69 School Board for 12 years before recently stepping down. \n \nDr. Kimberly Robertson is the Executive Director of Choice Schools and Programs with Guilford County Schools\, where she oversees evaluation and improvement of more than 60 magnet and choice programs. A future-focused leader\, she is dedicated to reimagining education to ensure every student has innovative learning opportunities that inspire them to shape the world they envision. \nWith over 22 years of experience\, Dr. Robertson has served as a district leader\, principal at both the elementary and secondary levels\, and special education teacher in public and private settings. She holds degrees in psychology\, special education\, and school administration from North Carolina A&T State University\, and earned her doctorate in educational leadership and cultural foundations from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro. \n \nMatthew Bannon has 19 years of experience in education\, including in administration\, curriculum development\, consulting\, and\, most recently\, as a K-5 teacher for an innovative project-based STEM program. He currently leads the Product and Curriculum teams at Robo Wunderkind\, an EdTech company delivering hands-on STEM and coding education through robotics. His recent work includes designing an AI literacy curriculum and creating opportunities for elementary students to explore AI through interactive robotics projects. \nWith experience across Title I public\, charter\, and private schools\, Matthew is deeply committed to equity in STEM education. He believes that technological literacy must begin early to prepare all learners for an increasingly digital future. Throughout his career\, he has championed the integration of emerging technologies into classrooms in ways that are meaningful\, age-appropriate\, and inclusive—empowering both students and educators to engage with the tools that will shape tomorrow. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new 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 \nRobo Wunderkind is a comprehensive STEAM Program designed to help PK–5 schools bring hands-on learning and AI literacy into the classroom without overwhelming teachers. The STEAM solution combines modular robotics\, block-based coding\, and age-appropriate AI concepts to spark curiosity and deepen student engagement in STEAM. \nWith the integrated STEAM Hub\, teachers can start using the ready-to-go curriculum in less than a day. Professional development ensures they quickly gain confidence and mastery of these concepts. In addition\, Robo Wunderkind offers structured implementation planning and ongoing support to make classroom rollout seamless and deliver lasting impact. \nSince launching in the U.S. in 2022\, Robo Wunderkind has rapidly expanded to over 200 schools\, reaching 50\,000 students as of September 2025. Recognized as the Best STEM Solution in the 2025 EdTech Awards\, Robo Wunderkind leads the way in innovation for early STEAM education. The program aligns with ISTE and CSTA standards for PK–5\, ensuring that students receive high-quality\, standards-based instruction in STEAM and AI.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/ai20250730/
CATEGORIES:Artificial Intelligence,Digital Citizenship,Digital Literacy,Leadership/Administration,Technology for Learning
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SUMMARY:Science and the Science of Reading: How Experiences Catapult Language Comprehension
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Ramy Mahmoud\, Former Educator\, Current National Science Specialist\, Savvas Learning Company; and Jamil Odom\, Former Educator\, Current Vice President of Literacy Strategy\, Savvas Learning Company \nSponsored by Savvas Learning Company \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nThe Science of Reading shows us why background knowledge is essential for language comprehension\, but how do we provide all our learners with opportunities to build background knowledge? \nJoin expert educators Ramy Mahmoud and Jamil Odom for this edWebinar as they share how teachers can use science experiences to grow students’ background knowledge and strengthen essential literacy skills such as verbal reasoning and academic vocabulary. \nThis session opens with powerful\, real-world examples and research that reveal how a lack of context and background knowledge can be a major barrier to understanding text. During this edWebinar\, viewers explore: \n\nHow learners often labeled as “poor readers” are simply missing the experiences that give meaning to what they read\nKey verbal reasoning skills such as inferencing\, summarizing\, and predicting—standards in ELA that are also integral to the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS)\nPractical strategies for building background knowledge and context through hands-on science experiences\nA model lesson for using science as a powerful tool to build background knowledge and context\n\nDon’t miss this opportunity to reframe your approach to reading comprehension—through the lens of science! All educators with an interest in elementary science and literacy—especially K-5 classroom teachers\, instructional leaders\, special educators\, and curriculum directors—are encouraged to view this edWebinar. Viewers receive a free take-and-teach science lesson to try in their own classroom. \n\n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nRamy Mahmoud is a public speaker\, university lecturer\, and educator with 16 years of classroom experience. Once awarded secondary teacher of the year by his school district\, Ramy’s passion and professional focus is on how to motivate learners in the classroom. He has spoken with legislators\, administrators\, teachers\, parents\, and students on this topic\, as well as presented two successful TED Talks on the matter. Although Ramy recently left the classroom to serve as a National Science Specialist for Savvas Learning Company\, he continues to teach Curriculum and Instruction in Science and Educational Technology at the University of Texas at Dallas. \n \nJamil Odom is a former elementary school teacher who has dedicated his career to helping educators and administrators increase their instructional knowledge as they procure resources to support student learning. With district\, building\, and classroom educational experience\, along with deep knowledge of evolving state and federal initiatives (including the impact of the Science of Reading on contemporary classroom practices)\, Jamil brings practical perspectives and a comprehensive understanding of teaching and learning in the PreK-12 literacy space. Beyond his bachelor’s degree\, Jamil holds graduate specializations in elementary education\, gifted/talented\, and educational administration. Presently\, he serves as Vice President of Literacy Strategy at Savvas Learning Company. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \n\nJoin the Teaching Next Generation Scientists 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/science20250729/
CATEGORIES:English, Language Arts, Writing,Literacy,Real World Literacy,Science,Science of Reading
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SUMMARY:Successful Phone-Free Schools: Hearing from Youth
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Harveer Saini\, Student at Dublin High School (CA)\, and Digital Civics Intern at #HalfTheStory Project; and Ally Phan\, Student at the University of Washington\, and Social Media Coordinator for #HalfTheStory Project\nModerated by Dr. Kelly Mendoza\, Education Program Manager\, #HalfTheStory Project \nSponsored by #HalfTheStory Project \nWatch the RecordingListen to the Podcast \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nThere are a lot of stakeholders to consider when schools transition to being phone free. But we often don’t hear from the students themselves\, and they are an essential part of the picture. Join us for a powerful\, teen-led conversation about what young people experience attending a phone-free school—and what teachers and administrators need to understand to make phone-free policies work. \nIn this interactive edWebinar\, viewers engage in a conversation with youth ambassadors from #HalfTheStory\, who share their firsthand experiences\, insights\, and advice about life without phones during the school day. Based on their experiences and hearing from other teens\, they discuss what’s working\, what’s not\, and how administrators and educators can create a supportive\, engaging phone-free learning environment. \nWhether you’re considering a phone-free policy or looking to improve an existing one\, this session provides fresh perspectives from young people\, with student-centered strategies to help you bring teen concerns and voices to the table. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear how to bring young people to the table for a successful phone-free school! \nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to middle and high school teachers\, school leaders\, district leaders\, and education technology leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nHarveer Saini is a senior at Dublin High School and currently serves as the Digital Civics Intern at #HalfTheStory\, where he helps empower the next generation of digital changemakers. Through initiatives like the annual Digital Civics Academy\, he ensures that young people have the tools\, platforms\, and confidence to shape tech policy and advocate for their digital well-being. Harveer is also the Founder and President of the National AI Youth Council\, a youth-led initiative with delegates from over 25 states driving AI innovation and responsible tech policy. Under his leadership\, the Council has co-sponsored over 20 bills in California focused on AI chatbot regulation\, digital wellness on social media\, and ethical tech. Harveer has also spoken at the United Nations General Assembly\, where he advocated for youth inclusion in global tech governance. He is passionate about putting youth at the center of conversations on digital wellness\, policy\, and the future of technology. \n \nAlly Phan is a student studying business and education policy at the University of Washington and a passionate advocate for digital well-being. As the Social Media Coordinator for #HalfTheStory\, she empowers youth to lead conversations around mental health\, screen use\, and the realities of growing up online. Featured by Children and Screens\, Ally uses storytelling to make digital wellness more accessible across generations and ensure young people feel seen\, supported\, and heard. \n \nAbout the Moderator \nDr. Kelly Mendoza supports schools with digital well-being education with the #HalfTheStory Project’s Social Media U curriculum. Dr. Mendoza is a thought leader and subject matter expert on media literacy\, digital citizenship\, and digital well-being. She works with #HalfTheStory supporting schools implementing their digital wellness programs\, and also oversees the internship program at Design Tech High School. She is passionate about harnessing technology for social good.  \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Student Voice 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#HalfTheStory is a non-profit dedicated to improving the next generation’s relationship with technology. As the first youth-led non-profit of its kind\, #HalfTheStory focuses on progressing education and advocacy work surrounding social media and tech use. Through its evidence-based education program\, Social Media U\, young people in schools across the US\, UK\, and Canada are taught the skills needed to have a healthy relationship with their screens and are empowered to understand and advocate for their digital health. Larissa May founded #HalfTheStory after facing her own struggles with social media and has spent the past 10 years driving a global movement towards digital wellness. #HalfTheStory’s funders include Pinterest\, Pivotal\, a Melinda French Gates organization\, The Oprah Winfrey Charitable Foundation\, The Archwell Foundation\, and The Born This Way Foundation. In 2023\, #HalfTheStory was selected by The Duke and Duchess of Sussex as one of the 26 organizations named to the first-ever Responsible Technology Youth Power Fund. In 2024\, #HalfTheStory announced an education partnership with Girls Inc. to serve girls across the country.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/studentvoice20250728/
CATEGORIES:21st Century Learning,Digital Citizenship,Mobile Learning, Apps, and Devices,School Culture/Climate,Student Agency and Voice
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SUMMARY:AI Literacy: A Toolkit for Family Engagement
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Valerie Brock\, Former Educator\, Current Director of Curriculum\, Day of AI; and Tali Horowitz\, East Coast Education Director\, Common Sense Education\nModerated by Jennifer Ehehalt\, Sr. Regional Manager\, Midwest\, Common Sense Education \nSponsored by Common Sense Education \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nAs AI continues to shape how we live\, learn\, and connect\, children and adults need to understand how it works. Join Day of AI and Common Sense Media for this edWebinar as they share a brand-new toolkit for family engagement around AI literacy. They dive into videos\, activities for hands-on learning moments\, and conversation cards to spark thoughtful discussions. \nYou leave with all of the materials you need to host a family workshop or simply share ongoing communications throughout the year with your school community so that all the adults in our students’ lives can be better informed about AI. This recorded edWebinar is of interest to K-12 teachers\, librarians\, school leaders\, district leaders\, education technology leaders\, and family-facing staff. \n\n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nValerie Brock is the Director of Curriculum at Day of AI\, where she leads the development of engaging\, age-appropriate AI literacy resources for educators and students. Before joining Day of AI\, she served as a Computer Science Education Manager with NYC Public Schools\, supporting teachers in integrating computer science across classrooms citywide. Valerie began her career as a special education teacher for grades K–8\, where she focused on blending technology with student interests to create meaningful learning experiences. A passionate advocate for AI education\, she has also developed early childhood curricula to help young learners understand the impact of AI on their daily lives. Valerie holds a B.S. in childhood education\, an M.S. in special education from St. John’s University\, and a School Building Leader certificate from the College of St. Rose. \n \nTali Horowitz is the East Coast Education Director at Common Sense Education\, where she works with educators and families to empower kids to meaningfully harness the power of media and technology for learning and life. She partners with state-level organizations\, school districts\, and community organizations to help integrate Common Sense Education resources. She provides educational leadership through consultation with school districts\, professional development (both in person and virtual)\, and conference presentations. Tali has been an educator for 20 years. Her passions include helping educators and families effectively navigate the digital world and building cultural competency. She has worked in a variety of educational settings\, including as an elementary school teacher in the New York City Department of Education and the San Francisco Unified School District. In 2013\, she received a Fulbright Fellowship to research culturally responsive pedagogy in New Zealand. In her free time\, she loves face-to-face interactions with friends and family. \n \nAbout the Moderator \nAs Senior Regional Manager\, Jennifer Ehehalt designs and delivers high-quality professional development opportunities for educators across the country. She spotlights thought leaders by creating and moderating conversations on timely topics relevant to digital teaching and learning. When attending Jennifer’s edWeb sessions\, participants know they will leave with concrete strategies from the field\, including how to build a positive school culture\, use straightforward templates to guide challenging conversations\, and implement family engagement ideas. \n\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Digital Learning & Leadership community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\n \nCommon Sense Education develops high-quality digital citizenship programs and digital teaching resources\, providing educators and students with the digital learning tools they need to harness the power of technology for life.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/commonsense20250728/
CATEGORIES:Artificial Intelligence,Family and Community Engagement
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SUMMARY:Building Teacher Capacity This Fall: Coaching Models That Support Retention\, Readiness\, and Results
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Mindy Rogers\, Director of Opportunity Culture\, Carlsbad Municipal School District (NM); and Derrick L. McMahon Jr.\, Former Educator\, Current Customer Success Manager\, Level Data \nSponsored by Level Data \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nAs you prepare for the new school year\, you’re likely exploring strategies to ensure all teachers start strong and continue to receive the support they need to deliver high-quality instruction to their students. In this back-to-school edWebinar\, a district leader from Carlsbad Municipal Schools in New Mexico shares how they built effective\, sustainable coaching systems that are helping them attract new talent and support educators at every stage of their careers. \nView this edWebinar to learn: \n\nHow to create coaching systems that meet all teachers’ needs—from first-year hires to experienced educators\nHow coaching systems can create a distributed leadership model that reduces the workload for principals and other leaders\nWhat effective professional learning looks like when it is job embedded\, focused on subject-area content\, and ongoing\nHow to connect instructional coaching with retention goals and student growth\n\nNo matter the size or structure of your district or school\, you walk away with practical strategies that you can use right away to improve the culture of coaching in your community. This recorded edWebinar is of interest to K-12 teachers\, school leaders\, and district leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nMindy Rogers is the Director of Opportunity Culture in Carlsbad Municipal Schools\, entering her 19th year in education. She brings experience across PK-12 public education and executive roles in private education. Mindy previously led Opportunity Culture® in Ector County ISD (Odessa\, TX) and began implementation in Carlsbad in 2023. Opportunity Culture® is an innovative staffing model that focuses on personalized\, job-embedded professional development to improve teacher retention and uses small-group tutoring to boost student achievement. Mindy is passionate about supporting school leaders through professional development and coaching to build leadership capacity across districts. \n \nDerrick L. McMahon Jr. is a dynamic and dedicated Customer Success Manager at Level Data with a diverse background in K-12 education. He enjoys leveraging his experiences as a classroom teacher\, school leader\, and passion for EdTech to help empower schools and districts to develop effective educators while driving student achievement. He currently manages partnerships with school districts such as DC Public Schools\, Newark Board of Education\, Carlsbad Municipal School District\, and DeKalb County Schools. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the PD in Action 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 \nIn K–12\, data is everywhere but it’s not always accurate\, connected\, or actionable. We provide district leadership teams and administrators with data they can trust: standardized\, validated\, and seamlessly integrated across systems. By connecting every point of information—from enrollment and attendance to IEP service minutes and districtwide purchases—to strategic goals\, we equip leadership teams with the insights they need to measure progress\, align stakeholders\, and maximize student impact. With our tools\, educators gain not only visibility but the confidence to make informed decisions that drive meaningful\, measurable outcomes.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/pdinaction20250724/
CATEGORIES:Back-to-School Preparation,Professional Development,Teacher Development and Retention
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SUMMARY:Supporting School Leaders: Strategies for Success from Day One
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dr. Terra Greenwell\, Chief Academic Officer\, Jefferson County Public Schools (KY); Melody K. Ilk\, M.A.\, National Literacy Consultant and Lead Author\, Literacy Transformations\, LLC; and Melaika A. Brown\, Supervisor\, Elementary English Language Arts Curriculum\, Montgomery County Public Schools (MD)\nModerated by Dr. Donna Wright\, Retired School Superintendent and Education Consultant \nSponsored by Really Great Reading \nWatch the RecordingListen to the PodcastRead the Article \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nBack-to-school season is critical for setting priorities\, building staff morale\, and creating systems that sustain success. In this timely edLeader Panel\, district leaders and veteran administrators share strategies for launching the school year with purpose\, from onboarding new principals and assistant principals to aligning professional development with instructional goals. \nThe panelists explore how to build trust\, model instructional leadership\, and create environments where educators and students can thrive. Whether supporting experienced administrators or mentoring first-year leaders\, this session provides actionable ideas and leadership practices to guide your year. You learn: \n\nHow to set a strong tone and clear vision from Day One\nBest practices for supporting new and early-career administrators\nWays to align professional development with district goals and classroom impact\nLeadership systems and habits that create sustainable success\n\nThis recorded edLeader Panel is of interest to K-12 school leaders\, district leaders\, education technology leaders\, and teachers. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nDr. Terra Greenwell is the Chief Academic Officer for Jefferson County Public Schools\, where she brings over two decades of experience as a teacher\, instructional coach\, principal\, and district leader. With a doctorate in educational leadership\, her work is rooted in equity\, innovation\, and a deep understanding of instruction and operations. A key architect of the Academies of Louisville and the Explore Pathways program\, Dr. Greenwell has championed early career exploration and equitable access to future-ready learning. In 2023\, she led the district’s first adoption of high-quality instructional resources for math and literacy and launched a comprehensive K–12 literacy plan grounded in research. She oversees all academic programming and support for nearly 100\,000 students\, including curricula\, professional learning\, multilingual learners\, extended learning\, and family engagement. \n \nMelody Ilk\, M.A.\, Literacy Transformations\, LLC\, is a national literacy consultant with two decades of successful experience in schools\, districts\, and states around the country. She has been a LETRS facilitator since the release of the first edition in 2002 and is the lead author and facilitator for LETRS for Administrators through Lexia Learning. Melody supports several state and district rollouts guiding schools through the construction of scientifically based literacy systems and infrastructures through the design of assessment plans\, data-analysis systems\, differentiated tiers of instruction\, and shared leadership. \n \nMelaika Brown is the Supervisor of Elementary English Language Arts and Reading in Montgomery County Public Schools. She is passionate about literacy education and has 20 years of experience in the areas of teaching\, coaching\, professional development\, leadership\, and leading for equity. Melaika worked as a teacher\, content and curriculum specialist\, and learning and achievement specialist. She earned her M.Ed. in curriculum and leadership from McDaniel College and a B.S. in early childhood education from the University of Maryland. Melaika also holds an Equity and Excellence in Education Certificate from McDaniel College. As the Elementary English Language Arts and Reading Supervisor\, Melaika is leading her school district in the implementation of a new English language arts curriculum. She works closely with district leaders\, school-based administrators\, and teacher leaders to implement and monitor an effective literacy program. Melaika is passionate about ensuring that every student has access to high-quality literacy instruction. \n \nAbout the Moderator \nDr. Donna Wright has served in many roles in her 40-plus-year career as an educator. She has positively influenced the educational field as a classroom teacher\, assistant principal\, principal\, assistant superintendent\, deputy director\, and school superintendent. Dr. Wright earned her doctorate in leadership studies from the University of Tennessee at Knoxville. She has been published in numerous educational journals\, invited to present at national and state conferences\, and has served as an adjunct professor at various institutions of higher learning. Although Dr. Wright recently retired from K-12 public education\, she continues to support and consult with colleagues and school districts around the country. Currently\, she serves as the AASA Lead Superintendent directing the National Women’s Leadership Consortium and collaborates with public school districts around the country. \nJoin the Structured Literacy Instruction 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 viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \n\nReally Great Reading has been leading the charge in effective Science of Reading strategies for over 18 years with our proven PK-12 curriculum in foundational literacy and intervention teaching methodologies. We turn reading research into classroom practice\, ensuring teachers have cutting-edge strategies and tools in classrooms across the country. It is our unwavering commitment to students and educators that sets us apart from other Science of Reading curricula\, and this is evident in the student outcomes and results that districts and schools see when using our products.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/structuredliteracy20250723/
CATEGORIES:Back-to-School Preparation,Leadership/Administration,Professional Development
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SUMMARY:Supporting Neurodiverse Learners and Striving Readers: Strategies for Inclusive Literacy Instruction
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Terrie Noland\, Ph.D.\, CALP\, Literacy Leadership Coach and Consultant\, Be the Spark; Debbie Meyer\, Director\, Community Engagement and Recruitment\, Department of Education\, Iona University; and Tiffany Neal\, M.Ed.\, Literacy Coordinator\, Keller Independent School District (TX)\nModerated by Christina Rodriguez\, Founder and CEO\, Tumbleweed Publishing \nSponsored by Tumbleweed Publishing \nWatch the RecordingListen to the Podcast \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin us for an engaging and practical edWebinar designed to empower educators with tools and strategies to support neurodiverse learners and striving readers in the classroom. The goal of this session is to deepen understanding of how to create inclusive\, accessible literacy instruction that meets the diverse needs of all students. \nViewers explore the characteristics and learning profiles of neurodiverse students\, including those with dyslexia\, ADHD\, autism spectrum disorder\, and other learning differences. The edWebinar presents evidence-based strategies to enhance reading instruction\, build language comprehension\, and foster student confidence and success. \nLearning objectives include: \n\nUnderstand the unique challenges and strengths of neurodiverse learners and striving readers\nIdentify barriers to literacy development and ways to remove them\nApply inclusive\, research-based strategies to support reading fluency\, comprehension\, and engagement\n\nViewers gain actionable insights\, sample classroom-ready resources\, and a framework for building a supportive literacy environment. Whether you’re an elementary through middle school general or special education teacher\, reading specialist\, or instructional leader\, this recorded edWebinar equips you with tools to meet diverse learners where they are and help them thrive. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nFor 25 years\, Dr. Terrie Noland has put her energy into education and literacy—first as a teacher and administrator\, and now as both an Educational Leadership Consultant and a Senior Advisor of Educator Initiatives for Learning Ally\, a nonprofit dedicated to “Literacy for All.” Terrie’s mission is to spark a flame of enthusiasm in others for continued personal and professional growth and development. Recognized as a thought leader\, Terrie speaks about literacy at national education conferences and webinars that draw thousands of educators to hear captivating stories\, take-away strategies\, research\, and best practices\, which she always delivers with humor and inspiration. \nShe is a Certified Academic Language Practitioner and stays grounded in a structured literacy approach by tutoring students weekly. Terrie has a Ph.D. in literacy and educational leadership from St. John’s University. She is a John Maxwell certified speaker\, coach\, trainer\, and member of the President’s Advisory Council. She also hosts the Spotlight on Dyslexia and Spotlight on Early Literacy series by Learning Ally and builds communities of educators to advance best practices in classrooms. Terrie’s passion runs deep for children not proficient in reading. She is truly an advocate for them and the educators who serve them. \n \nCurrently the Director of Community Engagement and Recruitment for the Iona University Education Department and an adjunct professor\, Debbie Meyer’s lengthy professional career includes fundraising\, nonprofit management\, and strategic planning. She is a founding member of the Dyslexia (Plus) in Public Schools Task Force\, a small group of community leaders working to help students with dyslexia and related language-based disabilities thrive in their neighborhood schools. Debbie is a member of the Board of the Dyslexia Alliance for Black Children. In 2018\, Debbie was named an A’lelia Bundles Community Scholar at Columbia University to look at the intersection of dyslexia and mass incarceration and the role of universities in changing the trajectory of struggling readers. In 2021\, she served on the NYC Mayoral Education Transition Team. In 2022\, she was appointed to the Chancellor’s Literacy Advisory Committee\, and in 2024\, NYSED appointed her to the Dyslexia and Dysgraphia Task Force. \n \nTiffany Neal is a literacy expert and consultant for districts around the country. She is currently the Elementary Literacy Coordinator for Keller ISD where she supports teachers in kindergarten through fifth grade across the entire district. She leads curriculum\, assessment\, and professional learning initiatives grounded in the Science of Reading. She has her bachelor’s degree in early childhood education and her master’s degree in administration. She was Keller ISD’s Teacher of the Year and has a deep understanding of early literacy and reading instruction at the elementary level. She has received extensive post-graduate education in reading and literacy instruction from Columbia University. Outside her district role\, Tiffany provides contract consulting in professional learning and curriculum development and runs a literacy tutoring business that supports student confidence and growth. \n \nAbout the Moderator \nChristina Rodriguez has over 20 years of experience in educational publishing leadership. She began her career in the classroom and then in leadership roles at the district level. Throughout her career\, she has focused on developing and implementing systems that support students and educators. In her publishing career\, Christina has created research-backed resources that have helped improve literacy outcomes. As the mother of a neurodiverse son\, Christina is also a passionate advocate for neurodiversity. Her advocacy has reinforced her commitment to creating equitable educational opportunities for all students\, ensuring they receive the necessary support to succeed. Christina holds an undergraduate degree in interdisciplinary studies and a master’s degree in reading and literacy. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Empowering Struggling Readers community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\nAt Tumbleweed Publishing\, we empower neurodiverse learners and striving readers in Grades 2-6 with innovative\, distraction-free literacy materials that celebrate individual strengths and foster confidence. By providing tools that nurture a love for reading and honor each learner’s unique path\, we inspire every reader to thrive on their journey to literacy. Our decodable books are designed to meet the unique needs of neurodiverse learners and striving readers and put research-based best practices into action. These paired nonfiction and fiction texts feature high-interest content that is both engaging and meaningful\, with minimal visual distractions that build background knowledge\, vocabulary and language development\, foundational skills\, fluency\, and comprehension. Our systematic and explicit teacher guide instruction puts every educator on a level playing field! \n\n \n 
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/readers20250723/
CATEGORIES:Inclusive Education,Literacy,Reading Skills
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SUMMARY:Top 3 Techniques for Engaging Math Lessons with High-Quality Instruction
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Amy Burke\, District Math Coordinator\, San Mateo-Foster City School District (CA); and Dan Tracy\, Former Math Teacher\, Current Learning Advisor\, MIND Education \nSponsored by MIND Education \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nIn this dynamic edWebinar\, you hear from leading mathematics experts Dan Tracy and Amy Burke as they delve into three techniques for engaging math lessons with high-quality instruction. Discover practical techniques and practices that are effective across all student groups\, empower educators\, and cultivate a joy in mathematics. \nJoin us to ignite a passion for learning math in your K-8 classrooms. This recorded edWebinar is of interest to K-8 teachers\, school leaders\, and district leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nAmy Burke serves as the Math Coordinator within the San Mateo-Foster City School District in California. Her leadership focuses on promoting student engagement in education\, supporting teachers in their professional growth\, and empowering students to reach their full potential. Known for her student-centered approach to education\, Amy is committed to addressing the diverse needs of the San Mateo student population. \n \nDaniel Tracy began his career in education as a high school math teacher before becoming an instructional designer and learning advisor. At MIND Education\, Daniel trains teachers as well as MIND staff. Drawing on his experiences as a teacher\, coder\, and trainer\, he reveals that the way math is taught in classrooms rarely reflects real-world math experiences—which often do not even involve numbers and symbols. Daniel speaks across the country to illuminate the power and necessity of neuroscience-based\, interactive math software that is designed to teach all students how math really works. Daniel earned his bachelor’s in math and his master’s in math education from Northern Kentucky University. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Math the Way the Brain Learns community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, and receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars. \n\nMIND Education’s math curriculum solutions build conceptual understanding—at scale. Designed to meet students where they are\, these programs invite all learners into math in a way that feels natural\, intuitive\, and empowering—while delivering results proven in classrooms across the country.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/mindeducation20250723/
CATEGORIES:Mathematics,Student Engagement and Motivation
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SUMMARY:Teaching AI with Confidence: Empowering Your Educators This School Year
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Julianne Robar\, Former Educator\, Current Senior Director of Metadata and Product Interoperability\, Renaissance; Vanessa Gonzalez Cerullo\, Vice President of Product\, Renaissance; and Jennifer Ehehalt\, Former Educator\, Current Senior Regional Manager\, Common Sense Education \nSponsored by Renaissance \nWatch the RecordingListen to the PodcastRead the Article \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nWhile AI can support many aspects of teaching\, one responsibility it cannot take on is guiding K–12 students to become thoughtful\, responsible users of this powerful technology. That’s a job only educators can do—especially when they’re equipped with the right tools and support from school and district leaders. ​ \nJoin us for an insightful edLeader Panel featuring experts from Renaissance and Common Sense Education. You discover practical strategies\, resources\, and tools to help your teachers confidently teach AI literacy and model responsible AI use in the classroom. ​ \nWhat you learn: \n\nFour actionable strategies to build AI literacy in every classroom ​\nHow to evaluate AI-focused lessons for elementary\, middle\, and high school ​\nWays to integrate AI literacy with digital citizenship and critical thinking ​\nWhy teachers—not chatbots—must remain at the heart of K–12 education\n\nThis recorded edLeader Panel is of interest to K-12 school leaders\, district leaders\, and education technology leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nJulianne Robar is Senior Director of Metadata and Product Interoperability at Renaissance. With over 25 years in edtech\, she has led the development of state-specific learning progressions and standards-based assessment content. Her work with generative AI began through exploring math and ELA skill relationships\, and it has expanded through opportunities like the EDSAFE AI Alliance Fellowship. \n \nVanessa Gonzalez Cerullo is Vice President of Product at Renaissance. In this role\, she leads product management and curriculum vision for Nearpod and Flocabulary\, including the development of teacher-facing AI tools. Having spent 15 years building edtech products\, her primary goal is to ensure that teachers and students always feel seen and heard in the user experience. \n \nJennifer Ehehalt is Senior Regional Manager at Common Sense Education. She previously served as an elementary educator and leverages her deep understanding of classroom dynamics to design and deliver impactful professional development programs. Jennifer specializes in creating customized implementation plans for successful digital literacy initiatives\, including wellness and fostering a positive school culture through technology. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new 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.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/ai20250717/
CATEGORIES:Artificial Intelligence,Digital Citizenship,Digital Literacy,Leadership/Administration,Professional Development
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SUMMARY:A Deep Dive Into Language Comprehension: Research and Classroom Implications
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Molly Ness\, Ph.D.\, Author and Teacher Educator\, Dirigo Literacy; and Angela Cammarata\, M.Ed.\, National Literacy Consultant\, Zaner-Bloser \nSponsored by Zaner-Bloser \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nScarborough’s Reading Rope (2001) remains a current and significant theoretical model in applying the Science of Reading in educational settings. \nIn this edWebinar\, Dr. Molly Ness identifies the importance of the Reading Rope for reading education\, examines the strands of the rope\, and offers strategies and techniques that support their effective implementation in primary classrooms. She explicitly explores each strand of the language comprehension portion of the rope—background knowledge\, vocabulary knowledge\, language structures\, verbal reasoning\, and literacy knowledge. \nViewers of this edWebinar: \n\nLearn about the Reading Rope and current research on language comprehension\nDiscover the instructional implications of this research on classroom practice\nGain ideas for teaching language comprehension skills using read alouds\, think alouds\, explicit instruction\, discussion\, and more\n\nFollowing Dr. Ness’s presentation\, Angela Cammarata provides a short preview of the new edition of Zaner-Bloser’s comprehensive English language arts curriculum\, The Superkids Reading Program. K–2 teachers and school and district leaders are invited to join us as we explore the research and how best to apply it to reading instruction. Viewers leave with Dr. Ness’s new white paper\, Building Language Comprehension for Readers in Grades K–2. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nDr. Molly Ness is a former classroom teacher\, a reading researcher\, and a teacher educator. She earned a doctorate in reading education at the University of Virginia and spent 16 years as an Associate Professor at Fordham University in New York City. The author of six books\, Dr. Ness served on the Board of Directors for the International Literacy Association and is a New York State chapter founder of The Reading League. She has extensive experience directing reading clinics\, consulting with school districts\, leading professional development\, and advising school systems on research-based reading instruction. A frequent speaker and presenter\, she finds enjoyment in translating the Science of Reading to educators. In 2024\, she founded Dirigo Literacy\, a literacy consulting firm helping schools\, districts\, and states align with and implement the Science of Reading. \n \nAngela Cammarata\, M.Ed.\, is the National Literacy Consultant for Zaner-Bloser and The Superkids Reading Program. She has more than 20 years of experience in literacy education\, serving as a classroom teacher; literacy coach; curriculum\, instruction\, and assessment specialist; school administrator; and adjunct professor. She is passionate about developing and delivering professional learning focused on improving student outcomes by bridging Science of Reading research and implementation of evidence-based instructional practices. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Be a Literacy Hero community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\n \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/literacyhero20250715/
CATEGORIES:Early Literacy,Education Research/Evidence,Reading Skills,Science of Reading
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SUMMARY:Rethinking School Safety: Building a Culture of Prevention\, Protection\, and Preparedness
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Joe McKenna\, Ph.D.\, Former Deputy Superintendent and National School Safety Trainer; and Katherine Schweit\, Attorney\, Author\, Retired FBI Executive\, Schweit Consulting LLC \nSponsored by Navigate360 \nWatch the RecordingListen to the PodcastRead the Article \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nIs your school truly safe or just secure on the surface? Join national school safety experts Dr. Joe McKenna and Katherine Schweit for a timely and actionable edLeader Panel discussion on what it really takes to protect today’s schools physically\, emotionally\, and psychologically. \nAs school leaders navigate rising threats\, growing mental health needs\, and public pressure\, many are realizing that visible security measures aren’t enough. This session explores how to move beyond surface-level solutions and build a culture of safety that brings together physical security\, mental well-being\, behavioral intervention\, and emergency preparedness into one connected\, simplified strategy. \nYou walk away with: \n\nA clear understanding of today’s school safety landscape\nInsight into how behavior and mental health support prevention\nA practical framework for proactive\, comprehensive safety planning\n\nRegardless of your specific role\, if you’re responsible for keeping K-12 schools safe\, supported\, and prepared\, this recorded edLeader Panel helps you connect the dots and lead with confidence. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nDr. Joseph M. McKenna has served in numerous capacities with state and local government as well as in the non-profit and private sector\, advocating for evidence-based school safety strategies. Dr. McKenna served as the Director of School Safety in WestEd’s Justice and Prevention Research Center\, where he conducted research\, evaluation\, policy analysis\, and provided technical assistance to schools. Prior to WestEd\, Dr. McKenna served as the Deputy Superintendent for Comal ISD (TX)\, where he oversaw all operational aspects of the district\, including safety\, security\, and nursing; counseling and student support; child nutrition\, transportation\, technology; and facilities. Prior to that\, Dr. McKenna served as the Executive Director of Safety and Student Support\, where he was responsible for ensuring district compliance with all state and federal requirements related to school safety. He also spent over seven years at the Texas School Safety Center\, leaving as the Associate Director. Dr. McKenna received his Doctor of Philosophy degree in criminal justice from Texas State University in 2016. \n \nKatherine Schweit is an author\, former prosecutor\, and retired FBI special agent. She is the author of Stop the Killing: How to End the Mass Shooting Crisis and a sought-after world expert in mass shootings\, incident response\, and crisis communications. She is the author of the dual-titled book\, A Simple Guide to the Second Amendment/How to Talk About Guns with Anyone\, teaching the subject as a professor at DePaul University School of Law. In her latest book\, Women Who Talk to the Dead\, she marries forensics and investigations with compelling storytelling to share the messy business of digging up cold case murder victims. This true crime narrative delves into the cost of discarding part of humanity.  \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the School Health & Safety 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\nNavigate360 is leading a transformative movement in safety\, redefining the concept of “safe” to encompass not only physical security\, but the emotional well-being of all people. As the leading provider of holistic safety and well-being solutions\, Navigate360 empowers organizations with the software\, training\, and technology necessary to cultivate the safest possible environments where people can learn\, work\, and gather.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/schoolsafety20250715/
CATEGORIES:Leadership/Administration,Mental Health and Wellness,School Safety
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SUMMARY:More Than Homework Help: Transform After-School Learning for Your District
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Zachary Cruz\, Director of Expanded Learning\, Los Banos Unified School District (CA); and Connie Warren\, M.Ed.\, Sr. Marketing Manager\, BookNook \nSponsored by BookNook \nWatch the RecordingListen to the PodcastRead the Article \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nWhen academic support during after-school hours falls short\, strong leadership can make all the difference. In this edLeader Panel\, hear how one expanded learning leader built a scalable\, staff-supported tutoring program that meets real student needs. You learn how smart planning\, clear expectations\, and strategic use of funds turned tutoring into a powerful extension of the school day. \nWhether you’re planning for expanded learning or rethinking what’s possible\, this conversation offers practical takeaways and lessons learned from the field. This recorded edLeader Panel is of interest to K-8 school leaders\, district leaders\, and education technology leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nZach Cruz is the Director of Expanded Learning Programs at Los Banos Unified School District\, where he oversees before-school\, after-school\, and intersession programs across 13 schools. With over 25 years of experience\, Zach has been instrumental in growing the district’s expanded learning programs. Under his guidance\, expanded learning programs have strengthened academic and enrichment services while increasing students’ access and enrollment. \n \nConnie Warren\, M.Ed.\, is an educator-turned-marketer with nearly 30 years of experience in K–12 education. Before stepping into her current role as Sr. Marketing Manager at BookNook\, Connie served as an instructional coach\, summer school principal\, trainer\, and curriculum coordinator—always with a passion for supporting struggling learners. Today\, she combines that classroom-rooted expertise with a sharp eye for storytelling\, creating research-based content that helps district leaders examine challenges\, reflect on data\, and communicate effective strategies that move student achievement forward. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new 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 \nBookNook is a leading\, ESSA Level 1 provider of high-impact virtual tutoring solutions designed to accelerate K-8 student achievement in reading and math. Our synchronous learning model combines engaging evidence-based instruction with consistent learner-leader relationships for exceptional student outcomes. We deliver 1:1 and small-group virtual tutoring that integrates seamlessly with classroom instruction\, ensuring that every session is targeted and effective. Our approach is grounded in decades of research\, focusing on proven strategies that drive measurable improvements in student achievement.
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CATEGORIES:Leadership/Administration,Tutoring
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SUMMARY:The Childcare Start-Up Roadmap
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Marnie Forestieri Zettler\, Founder and CEO\, Young Innovators Academy\nModerated by Laura Wilhelm\, Ed.D.\, VP of Professional Learning Services\, Kaplan Early Learning Company \nSponsored by Kaplan Early Learning Company \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nThis edWebinar is designed for educators considering purchasing an existing center\, buying a franchise\, or starting your own brand from the ground up. This edWebinar gives you a clear\, actionable roadmap of the things to consider when entering the industry. Key learning objectives include: \n1. Clarify Your Vision \n\nDefine your why for starting a childcare business.\nUnderstand the different types of childcare models (home based\, centers\, franchises\, etc.).\n\n2. Assess Your Readiness \n\nEvaluate your mindset\, motivation\, and leadership potential.\nAssess your financial preparedness and risk tolerance.\nUnderstand what personal and professional skills you’ll need to succeed.\n\n3. Understand the Business Basics \n\nLearn how to create a business plan tailored to childcare.\nUnderstand startup costs\, budgeting\, and potential funding sources.\nExplore legal structures and business registration requirements.\n\nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to future childcare entrepreneurs as well as school leaders at the early childhood level. \n \n \nAbout the Presenter \nMarnie Forestieri Zettler is the CEO and Founder of Young Innovators Academy. She is an entrepreneur at heart with a passion for introducing innovative approaches and business models. As a successful operator of large childcare centers\, she has been recognized nationally\, presented at national conferences\, and written books for parents\, children\, administrators\, and educators. Marnie started her career as a CNN journalist\, transitioned into the role of a VP of marketing for a telecommunications company\, and launched a childcare franchise. Marnie is passionate about using research to develop content that introduces young learners across all market segments to the mindsets and skills that will help them become the fearless problem solvers of tomorrow. At Young Innovators Academy\, Marnie leads a team of university professors\, entrepreneurs\, childcare professionals\, marketing experts\, and engineers. She holds a BS in business administration\, a CDA\, and a director’s credential. \n \nAbout the Moderator \nAs the Vice President for Professional Learning at Kaplan\, Laura Wilhelm\, Ed.D.\, draws on decades of experience teaching young children and early childhood professionals\, starting with toddlers in the 1980s\, followed by PreK-third grade in urban and suburban schools\, and as a university lab school director. Since earning her doctorate in ECE curriculum and instruction in 1999\, she has served as a program director\, full professor\, national validator for the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)\, and a site visitor for the Council for the Accreditation of Educator Programs (CAEP). She enjoys planning professional development\, speaking at conferences\, leading study tours\, visiting early education programs around the world\, and returning home to her family. She is the author of The Neglected Child: How to Recognize\, Respond\, and Prevent (2013); Treasure Baskets: Heuristic Learning for Infants and Toddlers (2017); Enticing Environments for People Under Three (2021); and Living Loose Parts: Creatures of Curiosity (2024)\, all from Gryphon House. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Classroom Management for Early Learning community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\nFor more than 50 years\, Kaplan Early Learning Company has been a champion for play. From our research-based curricula to enriching classroom environments and innovative technology solutions\, Kaplan’s products and services inspire a lifelong love of learning in children and educators. We are architects of learning good and defenders of the imagination. We live for inseparable bonds and open minds. We encourage the eager and inspire the inspirers. We transform lives through play.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/classroommanagement20250710/
CATEGORIES:Business Ed and Entrepreneurship,Early Childhood Learning,PreK-K Programs
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SUMMARY:Winning on LinkedIn: A Practical Guide to Growing Your District\, School\, or Education Brand Page
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Elana D. Leoni\, CEO\, Leoni Consulting Group; Porter Palmer\, Vice President\, Leoni Consulting Group; and Jen Gibson\, Director of Strategy & Marketing\, Krause Center for Innovation \nSponsored by Leoni Consulting Group (LCG) \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nMost districts\, schools\, and education brands have a LinkedIn Company Page\, but few are using it strategically. Without a clear system\, pages often sit inactive\, get low engagement\, or miss the mark with key audiences. \nIn this edWebinar\, education marketing experts Elana Leoni\, Porter Palmer\, and Jen Gibson walk you through how to use your LinkedIn Company Page to build visibility\, trust\, and connection with the people who matter most. \nYou learn: \n\nWhy LinkedIn Company Pages are a powerful but underused tool in education\nA simple\, three-part framework for creating content\, driving engagement\, and tracking what is working\nCommon mistakes to avoid and what actually moves the needle\nA first look at the Level Up Your Education Brand on LinkedIn course\, designed to help teams grow their Company Page presence in less than five hours a week\n\nWhether you are leading communications at a district\, supporting a nonprofit\, or running marketing for an edtech brand\, this recorded edWebinar leaves you with practical steps you can apply right away. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nElana Leoni is the Founder and CEO of Leoni Consulting Group (LCG)\, a certified women-owned marketing agency that partners exclusively with education organizations to grow their reach\, relationships\, and impact. With nearly two decades of experience in K–12 marketing\, she led digital strategy at Edutopia (George Lucas Educational Foundation)\, helping grow its audience to over 20 million educators a month. At LCG\, she’s partnered with 50+ education brands—including Meta\, Chan Zuckerberg Initiative\, Education.com\, and Teaching Channel—to build authentic communities and drive meaningful impact. Elana is the host of the All Things Marketing and Education podcast\, and advises emerging edtech startups. A proud first-gen college grad\, she holds an MBA from Berkeley Haas and a business degree from Cal Poly SLO. \n \nPorter Palmer is Vice President at Leoni Consulting Group\, where she brings over two decades of experience in education and more than six years supporting leading brands like the University Innovation Alliance\, Meta\, and Stanford Medicine. She specializes in digital strategy\, community engagement\, and audience growth. Porter began her career as a classroom teacher in South Carolina after earning her Bachelor of Science from Lander University. She later supported state-level curriculum and assessment development for students with disabilities and went on to lead the Discovery Educator Network\, Discovery Communication’s award-winning professional learning community. \nShe holds a Master of Science in instructional media from Wilkes University and serves on the board of the LCG Foundation\, a nonprofit focused on improving education. Porter is also a full-time RVer\, traveling the country with her husband and pets while supporting mission-driven education organizations from the road. \n \nJen Gibson\, M.A.T.\, is Director of Strategy and Marketing at the Krause Center for Innovation (KCI) at Foothill College in Los Altos Hills\, California. With a background that bridges K–12 education\, edtech leadership\, and strategic communications\, Jen brings 20+ years of experience to her role advancing KCI’s statewide mission. Before joining KCI full-time in 2023\, Jen worked as an education consultant supporting nonprofits and edtech companies with digital badging\, business development\, and marketing. \nShe previously served in executive roles at Lesson Planet and ABC-Clio and spent 17 years in public education as a teacher\, curriculum coordinator\, TOSA\, and adjunct faculty. Jen holds a B.A. in international politics from Cal Poly Humboldt\, an M.A.T. from Grand Canyon University\, a teaching credential from Chapman University\, and a marketing certificate from UCLA. She is based in Santa Barbara\, CA\, and is passionate about innovation\, storytelling\, and equity in education. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the edFocus | Education Industry Network 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\nLeoni Consulting Group (LCG) is a certified women-owned marketing agency that exclusively partners with education brands to increase their reach\, relationships\, and revenue. We offer these primary services: Social Media Management\, Content Marketing\, Community Strategy\, and Email Marketing. Learn alongside them from their popular podcast\, All Things Marketing and Education\, blog\, and downloads. Reach out to them at LeoniConsultingGroup.com or talk to them on LinkedIn. \n\n 
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/edfocus20250709/
CATEGORIES:Business Ed and Entrepreneurship,Education Marketing,Social Media
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SUMMARY:Every Student\, Every Need: A Fireside Chat on Scaling Personalized Tutoring with Purpose
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Angele Hodges\, Former Education Leader\, Current Academic Solutions Advisor\, Varsity Tutors; Lauren Ziegler\, Managing Director\, National Student Support Accelerator\, Stanford University; Mary Strain\, Head of Education\, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning\, Amazon Web Services; and Lindy Hockenbary\, K-12 Educational Technology Advisor\, LindyHoc \nSponsored by Varsity Tutors \nWatch the RecordingListen to the PodcastRead the Article \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nHow can schools move from scattered interventions to strategic support that reaches every student who needs it? Join this edLeader Panel for a candid fireside chat with leading voices in education as we explore how schools and districts can plan with intention\, act with urgency\, and use tutoring to deliver real\, measurable outcomes—student by student. \nThis conversation centers on how district leaders can identify students who need support\, how tutoring can become a core part of your instructional strategy\, and how tools from the National Student Support Accelerator (NSSA) and Varsity Tutors are helping schools scale what works—without losing the human connection. \nIn this fireside chat\, we explore: \n\nIntentional Planning That Drives Support Where It’s Needed Most – How do you proactively identify which students need tutoring? How should districts be planning now for SY25–26? We share planning frameworks that align with MTSS and empower building-level leaders to act early.\nPersonalized Tutoring That Meets the Moment – Hear how high-impact tutoring—when done well—builds confidence\, strengthens core skills\, and makes learning feel personal again. We share tools\, strategies\, and a national vision: that every student deserves a tutor who champions their success.\nHow AI Supports—Not Replaces—Human Connection – In today’s tech-forward world\, AI is a powerful partner in helping personalize instruction and track progress—but it’s not a replacement for relationships. We explore how AI can enhance a tutor’s impact by removing barriers\, not adding them.\n\nThis recorded edLeader Panel is of interest to elementary through high school district leaders\, school leaders\, and education technology 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 \nLauren Ziegler is the Managing Director of the National Student Support Accelerator at Stanford University\, where she leads the translation of research on learning acceleration into practical tools for U.S. district and state leaders. She has worked to improve learning outcomes across U.S. and global contexts through roles in research\, policy\, and practice—including at the U.S. State Department\, the Brookings Institution\, and as a Broad Resident with Mastery Charter Schools. She began her career teaching English in France. \n \nMary Strain leads strategy for artificial intelligence and machine learning for US education at AWS. Mary began her career as a middle school teacher in the Bronx\, NY. Since that time\, she has held leadership roles in education and public sector technology organizations as an award-winning curriculum developer\, product lead\, and vice president of business development. Mary has advised K12\, higher education\, technology companies\, and government on innovative policies and practices leveraging artificial intelligence and machine learning capabilities\, competency-based assessment\, and micro-credentials to advance equity\, access\, and agency. She has worked as an advisor to The Education Design Studio at The University of Pennsylvania\, The Coalition of Schools Educating Boys of Color\, The State of NJ AI Task Force\, and the California State University AI Workforce Acceleration Board. Mary has been on the leading edge of bringing innovative solutions to serve the public interest for two decades. \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 viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new 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  \n 
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/tutoring20250709/
CATEGORIES:Leadership/Administration,Personalized Learning,Tutoring
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SUMMARY:Personalizing Special Education at Scale: Leveraging AI and Evidence-Based Practices for Outcomes and Efficiency
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Mara Steiu\, Co-Founder and CEO of Journify Learning (Evidence-Based AI Assistant for Special Education)\, Stanford Graduate School of Education; and Parker Van Nostrand\, Product Certifications Project Director\, Digital Promise\nModerated by Barbara Pape\, Senior Director\, Learner Variability Project\, Digital Promise \nSponsored by Digital Promise \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nHow can we bridge the gap between research and classroom practice to better support all learners\, especially those with the most complex needs? This edWebinar explores how evidence-based practices\, such as learner variability research\, combined with emerging AI technologies\, can drive scalable change in special education. From personalizing instruction to improving team collaboration and progress tracking\, viewers discover actionable strategies to enhance both student outcomes and team efficiency. \n\nViewers leave this session with practical takeaways on using AI to personalize learning and support the effectiveness of special education teams. As part of this session\, school and district leaders have an opportunity to participate in a limited number of free\, outcomes-based pilot programs with Journify Learning. \nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to K-12 teachers\, school leaders\, and district leaders\, especially those involved in special education. \n \n\n \nAbout the Presenters \nMara Steiu is the Co-founder and CEO of Journify Learning\, the evidence-based AI assistant that maximizes the efficiency and effectiveness of every special educator. Co-built with special educators\, Journify supports schools and districts in California\, Washington\, Colorado\, and Wisconsin. It won the Tools Competition K–12 Learning track—selected from over 1\,000 global edtech companies—and was certified by Digital Promise as a Responsibly Designed AI solution. Mara holds an MBA and MA in education from Stanford University and previously worked as a Product Manager at Microsoft and Twitter. Her work is grounded in research on Universal Design for Learning (UDL)\, high-leverage practices\, and special education policy. Passionate about K–12 edtech and educational equity\, Mara comes from a family of public school teachers and launched her first edtech venture as a teenager—founding iXperiment\, Romania’s first high school startup accelerator\, which has helped hundreds of students launch their own businesses. \n \nParker Van Nostrand is the Product Certifications Project Director at Digital Promise. In his current role\, he leads the creation of trusted third-party validations for edtech products in areas like research-based design\, learner variability\, and alignment to the ESSA Tiers of Evidence. In addition\, he supports district leaders to make evidence-based decisions about edtech. He has a background in teaching language arts at a bilingual school and edtech operations\, and brings a passion for supporting multilingual learners to his role at Digital Promise. He holds a B.A. in applied linguistics from Grinnell College and an M.A. in linguistics from the University of Amsterdam\, where he researched the long-term efficacy of bilingual school programs in Europe. \n \nAbout the Moderator \nBarbara Pape\, Senior Director for the Learner Variability Project at Digital Promise\, led a three-year national survey on learner variability and teacher practice\, wrote the paper defining learner variability\, hosts a monthly webinar series\, and co-developed The IEP Project. Previously\, she worked in policy analysis and communications for nonprofits and in the U.S. Senate. Barbara has written for numerous publications\, including The 74\, Getting Smart\, and Parents Magazine\, and was editor of the first electronically delivered education newsletter\, the Daily Report Card. She also produced the Teaching & Learning conference for the National Board\, worked in the communications office for the AFT during President Al Shanker’s tenure\, and headed up government relations for the City Colleges of Chicago. As a first-generation college student\, she earned an Ed.M. at Harvard in reading and literacy and is working on a Ph.D. at the University College London. She launched her career as a middle school language arts teacher.  \n\n\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Personalize Learning for Learner Variability community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\n\n\nDigital Promise is a global nonprofit working to expand opportunity for every learner. We work with educators\, researchers\, technology leaders\, and communities to design\, investigate\, and scale innovations that support learners\, especially those who’ve been historically and systematically excluded. Our vision is that every person engages in powerful learning experiences that lead to a life of well-being\, fulfillment\, and economic mobility. For more information\, visit the Digital Promise website and follow Digital Promise for updates.
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CATEGORIES:Artificial Intelligence,Education Research/Evidence,Personalized Learning,Special Education
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SUMMARY:Type 1 Diabetes in the Classroom: Here's What I Wish You Knew
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Bruna Presz\, School Program Director\, Diabetes Network of Arizona; and Bailee Perreault\, Development Director and Registered Nurse\, Diabetes Network of Arizona \nSponsored by Diabetes Network of Arizona \nWatch the RecordingListen to the Podcast \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nThis edWebinar builds understanding and empowers school staff to confidently support students with type 1 diabetes. Learning objectives include: \n\nRecognize the signs of high and low blood sugar\nUnderstand the role of diabetes technology in the classroom\nLearn how to support students in academic and physical activities\nPromote empathy\, independence\, and safe care\n\nPresenters from the Diabetes Network of Arizona discuss the topics of: \n\n“Why I might need to leave class”\n“Yes\, I can eat that”\n“Sports\, snacks\, and safety”\n“What I wish you knew”\n\nView this session to gain real insight\, practical tools\, and communication tips to create a supportive learning environment. Be the adult your students with diabetes trust. This recorded edWebinar is of interest to K-12 teachers\, school leaders\, and district leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nBruna Presz is a former special education coordinator and holds an M.Ed. from National Luis University. Bruna has been in education for the past 12 years\, serving in various roles as a special education teacher and district special education instructional coach where she created systems to support students with IEPs and 504s. During her time as a district special education coach\, Bruna spent a lot of time supporting schools to create systems to support students with accommodations. Bruna is also the parent of a child with type 1 diabetes. Her passion lies in supporting families and schools to implement effective 504 plans that cater to students’ individual needs. She lives in Buckeye\, AZ\, with her husband and two daughters. \n \nBailee Perreault is a wife\, mother\, and dedicated Registered Nurse with over 11 years of experience\, including nine and a half years in a pediatric emergency department. She is extremely passionate about creating a community that offers unwavering support to individuals living with type 1 diabetes. She hopes to create an environment for every type 1 diabetic to be successful\, including in the classroom\, and that starts with helping those in charge of their education mitigate some of the challenges that they live with every day. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the School Health & Safety community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\nThe Diabetes Network of Arizona is dedicated to transforming the lives of individuals affected by diabetes by providing education\, empowerment\, and fostering connections within the community. Our mission is to redefine the experience of living with chronic illness\, ensuring that every person impacted by diabetes receives the knowledge\, resources\, and support necessary to lead a fulfilling and empowered life. \n\n 
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CATEGORIES:Health and Wellness
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SUMMARY:From Classroom Aide to Certified Teacher: How You Can Build a Sustainable Teacher Pipeline
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Christie Volmer\, Deputy Superintendent\, Hereford Independent School District (TX); Dr. LaChristy Reed\, Chief Academic Officer\, Gracelyn University; and Dr. Matthew Flippen\, President\, Gracelyn University \nSponsored by Gracelyn University \nWatch the RecordingListen to the PodcastRead the Article \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nAcross the country\, districts are struggling to fill classroom vacancies\, especially in high-need areas. Yet over 1.2 million paraprofessionals already serve in our schools\, many with years of classroom experience and a heart for students. Research shows that over 90% of paraprofessionals want to become teachers. So why aren’t they? \nJoin us for a timely\, research-backed edLeader Panel designed for principals\, HR directors\, and special education leaders. You discover how to unlock the potential of the paraprofessionals already working in your schools\, without adding cost or administrative burden. \nWe share data from 20 school districts\, introduce the 10 pillars of effective Grow Your Own (GYO) design\, and explore how Gracelyn University’s fully online\, low-cost degree program and certification pathways are helping districts sustainably fill the teacher pipeline. Viewers will learn: \n\nWhy current GYO efforts often fall short—and how to fix them\nWhat paraprofessionals need to succeed\, from flexible design to mentorship\nHow Hereford ISD enrolled almost 60 paraprofessionals in their GYO efforts\nThe content and certification strategies today’s educators need most\n\nWalk away with actionable insights and tools to grow your own future teachers\, starting now. This recorded edLeader Panel is of interest to K-12 school leaders\, district leaders\, district HR directors\, and special education directors and teachers. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nChristie Volmer is a highly experienced and dedicated educator with a 32-year career in the field of education. Her extensive background spans both direct classroom instruction and administrative roles in human resources as well as her current position as Deputy Superintendent at Hereford ISD. Christie began her journey in education as a classroom teacher\, a role she passionately fulfilled for 15 years. This foundational experience provided her with invaluable insights into the daily realities of teaching\, student needs\, and the dynamics of school communities. \nTransitioning from the classroom\, Christie dedicated the subsequent 17 years of her career to human resources within the education sector. In this capacity\, she played a critical role in supporting staff\, managing talent\, and ensuring the smooth operation of school districts from an HR perspective. Her expertise in this area is a significant asset\, demonstrating her comprehensive understanding of the people-centric nature of education. In her current leadership role\, she undoubtedly leverages her vast experience as both a teacher and an HR professional to contribute to the strategic vision\, operational efficiency\, and overall success of the district. Her long tenure in education reflects a deep commitment to student learning and the professional development of educators. \n \nDr. LaChristy Reed is the Chief Academic Officer at Gracelyn University and a seasoned leader in both K–12 and higher education. A proud first-generation college graduate\, she holds a Ph.D. in leadership in higher education\, an MPA\, and multiple educational certifications. Her career spans impactful roles as a teacher\, administrator\, and evaluator\, always centered on student success and access. Dr. Reed is certified in TEFL/TESOL\, enrollment management\, educational effectiveness\, and mental health coaching\, and serves as a DEAC evaluator and compliance officer. She is currently completing certification in Trauma-Informed Care and Coaching. Her deep\, personal commitment to supporting underserved learners\, along with her diverse qualifications\, makes her a powerful advocate for inclusive\, transformative education. \n \nDr. Matthew Flippen is the founder and President of Gracelyn University\, an accredited online institution committed to preparing exceptional educators. With a deep belief that every child deserves a great teacher\, Dr. Flippen founded Gracelyn to remove barriers to teacher certification and equip paraprofessionals and support staff to step confidently into the classroom. He holds a doctorate in transformational leadership from Bakke Graduate University\, an MBA from Cornell University\, and a bachelor’s degree from Texas A&M University. Throughout his career in education leadership\, Dr. Flippen has focused on building scalable models that make high-quality education accessible to those already serving in schools. Under his guidance\, Gracelyn is pioneering innovative\, affordable pathways for aspiring teachers across the country and around the world\, empowering them to serve with excellence and compassion. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Professional Learning & Practice community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\n \nGracelyn University is an accredited\, fully online institution preparing compassionate\, qualified educators to serve in schools and communities across the country. Founded with a mission to ensure every child reaches their God-given potential\, Gracelyn specializes in empowering paraprofessionals and support staff to become certified teachers—without debt\, disruption\, or relocation. With programs built around the realities of working adults\, Gracelyn offers affordable tuition\, asynchronous coursework\, and integrated certification pathways aligned to district needs. Our Grow Your Own (GYO) model has been recognized for helping school systems fill teacher vacancies by developing the talent they already have. Through strong partnerships with K–12 districts and a commitment to scalable\, mission-driven innovation\, Gracelyn is transforming teacher preparation—and helping leaders build a stable\, homegrown educator workforce. Learn more at www.gracelyn.edu. \n\n 
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CATEGORIES:Leadership/Administration,Professional Development,Teacher Development and Retention
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SUMMARY:Proven Retrieval Practice Strategies to Boost Student Learning
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Doug Lemov\, Founder and Chief Knowledge Officer\, Teach Like a Champion; Dr. Wendy Amato\, Former Educator\, Current Chief Academic Officer\, K12 Coalition; and Nathan Estel\, Former Educator\, Current Managing Director\, Passage Preparation \nSponsored by Teaching Channel \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin educators Dr. Wendy Amato and Doug Lemov for a research-backed edWebinar on retrieval practice\, one of the most effective strategies for boosting student learning. Grounded in cognitive science\, retrieval practice strengthens memory through active recall and low-stakes assessment\, leading to greater retention\, understanding\, confidence\, and self-awareness. \nAs educators\, we all strive to help students succeed\, not just today\, but for the long term. This session explores how consistent use of retrieval practice can transform your classroom and support long-term learning across grade levels and content areas. \nYou see real classroom video examples\, explore practical techniques\, and walk away with actionable strategies you can use immediately. Whether you’re new to retrieval practice or looking to refine your approach\, this session offers tools\, reflection\, and shared expertise. \nModerated by Nathan Estel of Passage Preparation\, this recorded edWebinar invites discussion around evidence-based teaching\, student-centered instruction\, and building collective efficacy among educators\, and is of interest to teachers\, school leaders\, and district leaders of all grade levels. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nDoug Lemov is the author of the international bestseller Teach Like a Champion—now in its 3.0 version—and The Coach’s Guide to Teaching. He is the co-author\, with TLAC colleagues\, of Practice Perfect\, Reading Reconsidered\, Teaching in the Online Classroom\, the Teach Like a Champion Field Guide\, and Reconnect.\n \n \nDr. Wendy Amato is the Chief Academic Officer at K12 Coalition. Dr. Amato earned her master’s in education and Ph.D. in curriculum and instruction from the University of Virginia. She holds an MBA from James Madison University. Dr. Amato began teaching in 1991\, has served as a middle school administrator\, and still teaches at UVA’s School of Education. She has delivered teacher professional development workshops and student leadership workshops in the U.S. and internationally. Dr. Amato and her family live near Charlottesville\, Virginia.  \n \nNathan Estel is the Founder of Passage Preparation\, a provider of high-quality\, approachable courses for aspiring educators. Nathan began his career as a middle school science teacher before joining the West Virginia Department of Education\, where he focused on certification standards and licensure policy. He later served as Vice President at Pearson and Director of Client Relations at ETS\, collaborating with state education agencies and educator preparation programs. In these roles\, he helped shape licensure assessment policy and fostered stakeholder dialogue to elevate educator voices. Nathan’s work is grounded in a firm belief that states must uphold rigorous standards for teacher preparation while ensuring accessible\, effective support for candidates. Passage Preparation reflects that commitment\, offering resources to empower future educators. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the The Brain and 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 \nAll of our learning content and tools are designed to keep your teachers engaged\, empowered\, and inspired. Whether your teachers want to learn at their own pace or as a collaborative group\, we have courses and advisors suited for all schedules\, all grades\, and all topics. Enable your team to thrive and perform at their best in the classroom so their students can\, too. Visit teachingchannel.com to learn more.
URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/brain20250626/
CATEGORIES:Brain and Learning,Student Achievement,Student Agency and Voice,Teaching Practice and Pedagogy
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