BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//edWeb - ECPv6.17.4//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:edWeb X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://home.edweb.net X-WR-CALDESC:Events for edWeb REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250423T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250423T160000 DTSTAMP:20250609T175547Z CREATED:20250405T172318Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T175547Z UID:8928154-1745420400-1745424000@home.edweb.net SUMMARY:From Compliance to Connection: ADA Website Accessibility for Connected School Communities DESCRIPTION:Presented by Jessica Cook\, Former Educator\, and Creative Marketing Manager\, Edlio; and Dr. Roland Rios\, Former Director of Technology\, Fort Sam Houston Independent School District (TX)\, and Community Relationships Manager\, Edlio \nSponsored by Edlio \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nYour school or district website is not just a platform for information but a vital space for community building. Ensuring your website follows ADA guidelines is crucial—not only because it’s required by law\, but because it connects everyone in your community to valuable updates and resources. \nJoin us for this edWebinar as we explore: \n\nWhy website accessibility matters and how it affects your community\nWhat your legal obligation is on a federal and state level\nHow to update your current website content to ensure compliance with WCAG 2.1 (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines)\nHow to maintain an ADA-accessible website going forward\n\nYou receive a downloadable checklist to help you achieve ADA compliance for your school or district website\, plus critical information about why compliance is important. This recorded edWebinar is of interest to K-12 school leaders\, district leaders\, and education technology leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nJess Cook spent approximately eight years in the classroom\, teaching English to students in grades 7–12 across Maryland\, Florida\, and Tennessee. This foundational experience as an educator enriches her current role as the Creative Marketing Manager at Edlio\, where she leads marketing campaigns\, manages the company website\, and develops creative content that helps schools connect with their communities. \nWith over a decade of experience as a freelance marketing writer\, Jess blends her deep understanding of education with a talent for storytelling. She holds a B.A. in literature\, an M.A. in teaching\, and an Ed.S. in curriculum and instruction. Now based in the Nashville area\, Jess shares a home with three amazing kids and two very opinionated cats. While no longer teaching\, she still spends most of her reading time immersed in books written for teenagers—because some habits never fade! \n \nDr. Roland Rios has dedicated over 30 years to education\, serving as a math teacher\, high school assistant principal\, and middle and high school principal. Before joining the Edlio family as the Community Relationships Manager\, he was the Director of Technology for the Fort Sam Houston Independent School District in San Antonio\, Texas. During his tenure\, he also served on the TCEA Board for ten years and was honored as the TCEA Technology Administrator of the Year for Texas in 2012. \nAt Edlio\, Dr. Rios is responsible for coordinating public events\, building partnerships with educational organizations\, and running the SuperUser group\, a mastermind community for current Edlio clients. When he’s not enjoying time with his family\, Dr. Rios loves performing community service\, taking photos\, and playing the guitar and ukulele—though he admits he’s still working on his skills! \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Technology in Schools community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, and receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars. \n\nSince 2001\, Edlio has empowered K-12 educators and district leaders to connect with every family through a unified platform designed to help facilitate effective and timely school-home communication. With tools like mass communication\, a customizable mobile app\, and online payments\, Edlio ensures that essential updates and information reach families across various channels. The newest feature\, Edlio Accessibility\, elevates our mission and further empowers districts to ensure web communications and information reach every family regardless of ability or language. Our websites are built with ADA compliance and adhere to the latest Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) to ensure readability for all. Schools that partner with Edlio foster strong connections within their communities\, ensuring that no family is left behind. URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/technology20250423/ CATEGORIES:Accessibility,Leadership/Administration,Technology Infrastructure ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://home.edweb.net/wp-content/uploads/20250423-technology-event.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250423T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250423T140000 DTSTAMP:20250512T194434Z CREATED:20250408T151906Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250512T194434Z UID:8942202-1745413200-1745416800@home.edweb.net SUMMARY:The State of AI in Education: A Journey from Resistance to Transformation DESCRIPTION:Presented by Mary Strain\, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning Strategy\, US EDU\, Amazon Web Services; Anthony Salcito\, Chief Institution Business Officer\, Varsity Tutors; and Brian Galvin\, Chief Academic Officer\, Varsity Tutors \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. \nAI has rapidly evolved from a futuristic concept to an integral part of education. It is no longer a distant innovation—it’s actively shaping schools\, districts\, and learning experiences. Join this edLeader Panel for an in-depth discussion on the current state of AI in education. We explore the real-world impact of AI in schools today\, trends shaping its future\, and the opportunities and challenges it presents for educators\, administrators\, and students. \nIn this session\, we explore how schools and districts are navigating the four stages of AI adoption—Resistance\, Concern\, Adoption\, and Embed—and what that journey looks like in practice. We also dive into key trends shaping AI’s role in education today\, including: \n\nAdaptive Learning and Personalization – Platforms that tailor instruction in real time based on student needs\nTeacher and Administrator Support – AI tools that reduce workload and enhance instructional planning\nAI for All Learners – Ensuring access\, inclusivity\, and positive outcomes across diverse student populations\nAI Policy and Regulation – The evolving legal and ethical frameworks guiding responsible AI implementation\n\nAI is already changing the way we teach\, learn\, and manage education. The key question is: How do we harness its power effectively and responsibly? Join us to gain actionable insights into leveraging AI for student success and institutional growth. This recorded edLeader Panel is of interest to K-12 teachers\, school leaders\, district leaders\, and education technology leaders. \nView part two: Harnessing AI to Empower Educators for Professional Growth and Student Success\nView part three: Supporting Every Student: How AI Makes Personalized Learning Possible \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \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 \nAnthony Salcito\, Chief Institution Business Officer\, leads Varsity Tutors for Schools and is responsible for Nerdy’s efforts to support institutions as they work to transform learning opportunities for students and educators across a range of offerings. Prior to joining Nerdy\, Anthony served as Vice President of Worldwide Education at Microsoft. In this role\, he was responsible for driving Microsoft’s education engagement and relationships globally\, including long-term partnerships with schools\, universities\, and other public sector customers. Throughout his Microsoft career\, he helped launch many of the company’s cornerstone education programs and is recognized as a champion for teachers and a global education thought leader. \n \nBrian Galvin is the Chief Academic Officer for Varsity Tutors\, the nation’s largest live learning platform. A lifelong educator with a master’s degree in education from the University of Michigan\, he has taught thousands of students\, trained hundreds of instructors\, and authored dozens of lesson books. At Varsity Tutors\, he oversees the development of live academic and enrichment classes\, adaptive assessments\, and on-demand learning programs. He is also creator and host of the company’s StarCourse lessons—taught with astronauts\, Olympians\, TV hosts\, and other distinguished teachers—and Test Prep 4 All series. His educational videos have over three million views on YouTube. \n  \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. URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/tutoring20250423/ CATEGORIES:Artificial Intelligence,Leadership/Administration,Technology for Learning,Tutoring ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://home.edweb.net/wp-content/uploads/20250423-tutoring-event.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250422T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250422T170000 DTSTAMP:20250422T212542Z CREATED:20250211T101854Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T212542Z UID:8396684-1745337600-1745341200@home.edweb.net SUMMARY:Technology for Littles: Internet Safety Essentials for Young Children DESCRIPTION:Presented by Carrie Rogers-Whitehead\, Founder of Digital Respons-Ability\, Digital Citizenship Advocate\, and Parent\nModerated by Joyce Whitby\, CEO and Co-Founder\, Innovations4Education \nSponsored by Digital Respons-Ability \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nChildren are accessing and using technology more than ever. It’s hard enough to parent a teenager with tech\, but what about a young child? Children are receiving an education about the internet and tech before they can talk. This foundation of digital knowledge\, norms\, and routines is established young—and will have a significant impact on our children’s lives\, education\, and relationships as they grow. \nHow can educators help infants and young children understand how to use technology responsibly? This edWebinar addresses: \n\nHealthy digital habits and routines\nDevelopmental stages and how they interact with technology\nPrivacy and safety\nResearch for technology’s effects on young children\n\nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to PreK-3 educators and librarians. \n \n \nAbout the Presenter \nCarrie Rogers-Whitehead is the founder of Digital Respons-Ability\, a mission-based company that provides digital citizenship education to tens of thousands of educators\, parents\, and students annually. Carrie is a former librarian and a current adjunct instructor and regularly presents on technology\, digital citizenship\, education\, and parenting. She is the award-winning author of eight books and lives at home in Utah with her family. \n \nAbout the Moderator \nJoyce Whitby is a lifelong EdTechKnowLedgist who started off as a special ed educator in NYC and then taught graduate-level EdTech courses at Long Island University. Since then\, Joyce has been in the business of educational technology and has held key leadership roles in sales leadership\, professional development\, and marketing with organizations like Apple Computer\, Scientific Learning\, and SchoolMessenger. She also has extensive experience working with startup EdTech ventures. In 2017\, Joyce and her husband (aka @tomwhitby\, co-founder of #edchat) launched their consulting business working with emerging and growing EdTech companies\, helping to bring instructional technology solutions to schools\, Innovations4Education.com. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the PreK-3 Digital 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 \nDigital Respons-Ability is a research-based provider of digital citizenship education. We have taught tens of thousands of students and parents in deep-dive\, holistic digital citizenship classes. Digital Respons-Ability contracts with local\, state and federal organizations to provide digital citizenship curriculum and training to parents\, students and educators. URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/prek3tech20250422/ CATEGORIES:Digital Learning PreK-3,Early Childhood Learning,Education Research/Evidence ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://home.edweb.net/wp-content/uploads/20250422-prek3tech-event.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250422T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250422T150000 DTSTAMP:20250514T162812Z CREATED:20250325T163512Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250514T162812Z UID:8819243-1745330400-1745334000@home.edweb.net SUMMARY:Transform Your District's Strategic Plan into Action: From the Boardroom to the Classroom DESCRIPTION:Presented by Leta Dietz Smith\, Assistant Director\, Title I and Migrant Education Grants and Program Development\, The School District of Lee County (FL); and Nicole Pezent\, Vice President\, Level Data \nSponsored by Level Data \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. \nSchool districts invest significant time and resources in developing strategic plans\, but turning those high-level visions into meaningful\, day-to-day actions is often a challenge. This edLeader Panel guides district leaders\, technology administrators\, and educators through the process of transforming their strategic plans into actionable\, measurable steps that drive real impact. \nJoin us to hear best practices for overcoming common challenges\, such as: \n\nBuilding and sustaining engagement: Getting leaders\, teachers\, and parents invested in the goals of your district’s strategic plan ​\nAligning resources to priorities: Making funding and tools work for your plan\nSetting clear metrics: Tracking progress with the right data to maintain accountability and ensure good financial stewardship\n\nWhether you’re finalizing a new strategic plan or struggling to implement an existing one\, this session equips you with the strategies needed to move from planning to progress. \nDon’t let your strategic plan sit on the shelf—transform it into a driving force for districtwide success! This recorded edLeader Panel is of interest to K-12 district leaders\, education technology leaders\, chief academic officers\, and federal grants officers. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nFor over 19 years\, Leta Dietz Smith has served in the Lee County School District\, beginning her career at a Title I elementary school before transitioning into school-based administration at two local middle schools. As the district restructured the Grants Department under Business Services\, she assumed management of two major grants—ESSER and Title I. This role deepened her awareness of the need to analyze the return on the district’s instructional investments. With millions of dollars invested and no internal program evaluator\, Leta remains committed to ensuring financial responsibility while assessing the effectiveness of educational tools and their impact on student success. \n \nNicole Pezent is a dedicated education leader with extensive experience in K-12 school improvement\, education policy\, and data-driven change management. She has worked with numerous edtech companies\, bridging the gap between technology and meaningful educational outcomes. Nicole specializes in using data analytics to inform decision making\, guiding school leaders in strategic planning and budget optimization. As Vice President of Level Data\, Nicole helps thousands of school districts optimize data accuracy and automation\, driving student success and operational efficiency. She has also played a key role in helping districts measure the return on investment (ROI) of their education programs\, ensuring resources directly impact student achievement.   \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Leadership Practices for Innovative Leaders community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\n \nLevel Data is the leading provider of K-12 data management and workflow automation software. We empower schools\, districts\, and states to operate more efficiently and make smarter\, data-driven decisions. Our flexible solutions help districts maximize funding\, enhance educator effectiveness\, and drive better educational outcomes while staying in compliance. With automated workflows and real-time insights\, district leaders can shift from a reactive to a strategic approach\, allowing them to focus more on what matters most: the students. URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/leadership20250422/ CATEGORIES:Data and Analytics,Education Funding and Purchasing,Family and Community Engagement,Leadership/Administration ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://home.edweb.net/wp-content/uploads/20250422-leadership-event.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250421T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250421T170000 DTSTAMP:20250421T212341Z CREATED:20250408T192809Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250421T212341Z UID:8947391-1745251200-1745254800@home.edweb.net SUMMARY:Assessing the Whole Child: Examples from the Classroom DESCRIPTION:Presented by Tami Hill-Washington\, Ed.M.\, Executive Director\, Center for Whole-Child Education\, Mary Lou Fulton College for Teaching & Learning Innovation\, Arizona State University; and Trey Weise\, English Teacher\, Crosstown High School (TN)\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. \nIn Digital Promise’s February 2025 edWebinar\, they discussed what the whole-child approach to education is and why it matters\, especially for students with learning differences. In this edWebinar\, they explore ways to assess student learning and growth in a whole-child way. \n\nWhole-child assessments go beyond test scores to capture the full range of a student’s development—academic\, social\, emotional\, and background factors such as socio-economic status\, primary language\, and more. These assessments recognize that every child has unique strengths and challenges and that success comes in many forms. By using strength-based\, inclusive approaches\, whole-child assessments help educators personalize learning\, support student well-being\, and ensure all learners are seen\, heard\, and empowered to thrive. \nViewers leave with: \n\nA better understanding of the importance of the whole-child approach\nAn appreciation for understanding and addressing learner variability and strength-based teaching and learning that centers on the whole child\nSpecific classroom strategies to assess the whole child\n\nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to K-12 teachers\, school leaders\, and district leaders. \n \n\n \nAbout the Presenters \nTami Hill-Washington serves at the Center for Whole-Child Education as Executive Director\, emphasizing the importance of whole-child education as a transformative approach to support children’s learning and development\, rooted in the Science of Learning that integrates various educational resources and community actions to foster holistic growth in students. Prior to Turnaround\, Tami held a variety of positions within the K-12 system: social studies teacher (grades 5-12)\, dean of students (grades K-4)\, assistant principal (grades K-2)\, and instructional coach consultant. \nPreviously\, Tami worked in a top-performing charter management organization\, Success Academy\, where she was a Dean of Students\, Assistant Principal for K-2\, and Adjunct Professor with Touro College in conjunction with Success Academy’s alternative teacher license program. As an adjunct professor\, she taught graduate students curriculum development and classroom management for students with disabilities (SPED)\, supervised field experiences for general education and SPED grades 1-6\, and supervised teacher practicum in SPED grades 1-6. Tami holds an Ed.M. in educational leadership from Teachers College Columbia University\, an M.A. in education from St. Mary’s University of Minnesota\, and a B.S. in sociology from St. Cloud State University. \n \nTrey Weise is an English teacher at Crosstown High in Memphis\, Tennessee. Having been in and out of secondary education for about 10 years\, Trey holds an MA in philosophy from Duquesne University and an MA in education from Union University. His journey through education has been varied\, including middle school ELA\, every level of high school ELA (and some electives)\, undergraduate philosophy coursework\, and graduate writing courses. However\, the majority of his teaching experience has been in English II—the final tested grade level for ELA in the state. He claims no expertise but is passionately committed to the pedagogical principle that if students are considered as people first\, the rest will follow. His teaching experience\, while relatively short compared to the other presenters\, has absolutely borne this out. \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. URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/personalizedlearning20250421/ CATEGORIES:Assessment,Differentiated Instruction,Personalized Learning,Student Agency and Voice ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://home.edweb.net/wp-content/uploads/20250421-personalizedlearning-event.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250417T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250417T170000 DTSTAMP:20250417T205510Z CREATED:20250404T175407Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250417T205510Z UID:8914535-1744905600-1744909200@home.edweb.net SUMMARY:Get Your Curriculum Implementation Back on Track DESCRIPTION:Presented by Steve Sebelski\, Former Educator\, Current Vice President of Program Design\, UnboundEd; and Edwina Woods\, Former Educator\, Current Curriculum Services Director\, UnboundEd\nModerated by Clay Willis\, Vice President of Growth Marketing\, UnboundEd \nSponsored by UnboundEd \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nCurriculum implementations don’t fail with a bang; they fade with a whimper. And since implementation of high-quality instructional materials (HQIM) is a gradual process\, it can be challenging to know whether you’re making slow progress or no progress at all. If your implementation isn’t going according to plan\, how do you know it’s off track\, and what can you do? \nThis edWebinar equips you to recognize common implementation problems and the strategies you need to execute a turnaround. Curriculum implementation is best understood as a change management process that requires long-term strategic planning and thoughtful execution. A problem with one part of your plan can impact the success of your entire initiative. Leaders need to know the key actions that drive effective implementations\, how to diagnose problems with each aspect of their plan\, and how to adjust course when necessary. In this edWebinar\, we equip you to: \n\nRecognize the signs that your implementation is at risk\nDiagnose the reasons your implementation might be failing or stalling\nDetermine the leadership moves necessary to get your implementation back on track\n\nJoin us for a deep dive into the nuanced practice of curriculum implementation. Let’s build the systems to ensure your implementation succeeds and students thrive. View this session and get your implementation back on track! This recorded edWebinar is of interest to K-12 school leaders and district leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nSteve Sebelski heads UnboundEd’s Curriculum Services team. He has 20 years of experience in education with particular expertise in organizational change\, mathematics instruction\, and teacher coaching. At UnboundEd\, he has created innovative programs for teachers and leaders and contributed to the development of technology solutions for educators. Prior to his time at UnboundEd\, Steve was an instructional leader and teacher at middle schools in New York\, NY\, and Camden\, NJ. \n \nEdwina Woods is a visionary leader and strong motivator who inspires educators\, school districts\, and students to thrive. As Curriculum Services Director at UnboundEd\, Edwina brings more than 25 years of education service and leadership. Before joining UnboundEd\, Edwina was a secondary English language arts teacher\, lead teacher\, mentor teacher\, district instructional coach for ELAR\, assistant principal\, and campus principal. After leaving the principalship\, she joined the Region 10 Education Service Center in Richardson\, Texas\, where she served as a Program Coordinator in Administrative Services. Edwina graduated from Northwestern State University of Louisiana in Natchitoches with two bachelor’s degrees—one in social work and the other in psychology. She earned her master’s in education administration from Dallas Baptist University and is currently in her third year of doctoral school at Texas A&M University-Commerce.  \n \nAbout the Moderator \nClay Willis is a mission- and results-driven marketing and communications leader committed to making education work for every single learner. As UnboundEd’s Vice President of Growth Marketing\, Clay advances the organization’s reach and impact by forging meaningful connections with visionary educators.  \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Leadership Practices for Innovative Leaders community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\n \nUnboundEd empowers educators to meet the needs of every single student through evidence-informed\, engaging\, affirming\, and meaningful grade-level instruction. URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/leadership20250417/ CATEGORIES:Curriculum Development,Leadership/Administration,Student Achievement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://home.edweb.net/wp-content/uploads/20250417-leadership-event.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250417T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250417T150000 DTSTAMP:20250417T185320Z CREATED:20250324T133254Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250417T185320Z UID:8795874-1744898400-1744902000@home.edweb.net SUMMARY:Teaching Tomorrow’s Writers: AI as a Thinking Partner for K–5 Educators DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dr. Troy Hicks\, Professor and Acting Associate Dean\, College of Education and Human Services\, Central Michigan University; Katy Wischow\, Staff Developer and Curriculum Co-Author\, The Reading & Writing Project at Mossflower; and Phil Seyfried\, Staff Developer and AI and EdTech Specialist\, The Reading & Writing Project at Mossflower \nSponsored by Heinemann Publishing \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nWhile educators are still navigating the challenges regarding the use of AI in the classroom\, including how it aligns to our values around writing instruction—values that center on critical thinking\, creativity\, and collaboration—there is no doubt that AI has the potential to act as a powerful thinking partner when coaching students through the writing process. But how can AI make your teaching life easier\, especially when it comes to teaching writing? And what can teachers model and demonstrate for students\, even at the elementary level? \nIn this edWebinar\, we tackle these big questions together. Learn how to integrate AI tools as collaborative allies to inspire creativity\, simplify the writing process\, and empower young learners to develop strong writing skills. This session provides practical guidance for: \n\nInteracting with AI chatbots to brainstorm and refine ideas\nLeveraging AI features built into word-processing tools\nModeling effective engagement with AI to foster critical thinking and curiosity in students\n\nUsing examples from Heinemann’s Units of Study in Writing\, 3–5\, we also explore how intentional instructional design can help educators strategically use AI to prompt and engage with young writers. Together\, we find ways to balance the innovative possibilities of AI with the values that remain central to writing instruction. Reimagine the writing journey—where technology and creativity meet—unlocking every child’s potential! This recorded edWebinar is of interest to K-5 teachers\, school leaders\, district leaders\, and education technology leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nDr. Troy Hicks is Professor of English and Education at Central Michigan University\, where he collaborates with K–12 colleagues to explore how they implement newer literacies in their classrooms and teaches master’s and doctoral courses in educational technology. He currently serves as Acting Associate Dean of the College of Education and Human Services. He is also Director of the Chippewa River Writing Project\, a site of the National Writing Project. A former middle school teacher\, he has received numerous awards and is an ISTE Certified Educator\, a trained facilitator in digital storytelling through StoryCenter\, and an affiliate faculty member with the Media Education Lab. He has authored\, co-authored\, and edited many resources including 16 books and dozens of articles\, chapters\, blog posts\, and other media broadly related to the teaching of literacy in our digital age.   \n \nKaty Wischow started her career teaching middle school in Newark\, NJ for more than a decade before starting to work as a literacy staff developer supporting schools around the world. She has co-authored the book Unlocking the Power of Classroom Talk\, co-written several Units of Study\, and has authored the Ida and Jake series in the Jump Rope Readers. She is deeply interested in grammar\, helping kids write essays with voice and passion\, writing professionally\, supporting families with literacy learning\, and building strong learning cultures in schools and classrooms. Katy is now a Staff Developer at The Reading & Writing Project at Mossflower where she leads middle school initiatives and several writing projects. Katy is a graduate of Duke University\, with an MA in literacy from Columbia University.  \n \nPhil Seyfried is a Staff Developer and AI and EdTech Specialist at The Reading & Writing Project at Mossflower (RWP-M). Phil is deeply committed to preparing students to navigate and contribute to academic and real-world discourse. A doctoral student with a decade of middle school language arts experience and a strong affiliation with RWP-M\, Phil is eager to share his deep knowledge of research-based nonfiction writing and his commitment to fostering critical thinking and evidence-based argumentation. Most recently\, Phil had been investigating the intersection of artificial intelligence with literacy practices. Phil has also studied the representation of Native Americans in children’s literature and is dedicated to the pursuit of educational equity. \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 \nProviding educators with professional development books\, curricular resources\, and services. Innovative\, research-based best practices for student-centered inquiry-based classrooms. Trusted for 40 years. URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/ai20250417/ CATEGORIES:Artificial Intelligence,English, Language Arts, Writing,Student Achievement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://home.edweb.net/wp-content/uploads/20250417-ai-event.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250415T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250415T170000 DTSTAMP:20250415T203402Z CREATED:20250328T171743Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250415T203402Z UID:8859987-1744732800-1744736400@home.edweb.net SUMMARY:Unlocking Economic Insights: Empowering Students with Real-World Applications DESCRIPTION:Presented by Allison Kapitanoff\, B.A.\, M.Ed.\, M.A.E.L.\, Educator and Curriculum Designer\, Discovery Education; and Eric Patnoudes\, Senior Manager\, Corporate Partnerships\, Discovery Education \nSponsored by Discovery Education \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin this engaging edWebinar in celebration of Financial Literacy Month to explore the free comprehensive resources offered by Econ Essentials\, a financial literacy and economics education program created in partnership with Discovery Education and CME Group. This session provides educators with a guided tour of the Econ Essentials platform\, showcasing interactive modules\, real-world applications\, and expert-led discussions designed to make economic concepts relevant and accessible for middle and high school students. \nDuring this edWebinar\, viewers: \n\nReceive an overview of key sections of the Econ Essentials platform\, including themes like Food\, Fuel\, and Finance; Behavioral Economics; Supply & Demand; Market Stability; and Investing Principles\nDiscover sample lesson plans that can be immediately implemented in the classroom\, such as lessons on supply chain disruptions and behavioral economics\nLearn strategies to connect economic principles to students’ lives\, using examples like college tuition\, gas prices\, job markets\, and social media trends\nParticipate in an interactive discussion to share teaching experiences and challenges in making economic concepts authentic and relevant\nGet answers to their questions and access free materials to integrate into their curricula\n\nDon’t miss this opportunity to enhance your teaching toolkit with valuable resources from Econ Essentials. Unlock economic insights and empower your students with real-world applications of economic decision making. This recorded edWebinar is of interest to middle and high school teachers\, librarians\, school leaders\, and district leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nAllison Kapitanoff is a veteran educator\, nationally and internationally recognized curriculum designer\, and founder of Thinking Kap Educational Services\, LLC. She spent over 20 years educating children of all ages and abilities\, has worked with both building-level and district-level administrations\, and has written curricula for school districts\, STEM programs\, college programs\, national testing\, and corporate clients. She is also a recognized professional development presenter and curriculum trainer. Allison provides curriculum support for Futures Fundamentals\, Econ Essentials\, and CME Group’s Behavioral Economics resources. \n \nEric Patnoudes is a former educator and a corporate partnerships leader with expertise in corporate social responsibility\, stakeholder engagement\, and digital education solutions. Eric develops and executes partnerships that connect organizations with K-12 schools through innovative\, research-backed educational initiatives. His work spans industries\, including STEM education\, sustainability\, and workforce readiness\, helping organizations make a measurable difference in classrooms nationwide. He is the Senior Manager of Corporate Partnerships at Discovery Education. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Real World Literacy community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\nDiscovery Education is the worldwide edtech leader whose state-of-the-art\, K-12\, digital solutions support learning wherever it takes place. Through award-winning multimedia content\, instructional supports\, innovative classroom tools\, and strategic alliances\, Discovery Education helps educators deliver powerful learning experiences that engage all students and support higher academic achievement on a global scale. URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/realworldliteracy20250415/ CATEGORIES:Financial Literacy,Real World Literacy,Student Engagement and Motivation ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://home.edweb.net/wp-content/uploads/20250415-realworldliteracy-event.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250410T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250410T170000 DTSTAMP:20250410T210626Z CREATED:20250305T220440Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250410T210626Z UID:8638094-1744300800-1744304400@home.edweb.net SUMMARY:Aligning Literacy Efforts from Pre-K to Kindergarten: Engaging Early Educators in the Conversation DESCRIPTION:Presented by Emily Grunt\, Director of Field Support\, Collaborative Classroom; and Alicia Simba\, Transitional Kindergarten Teacher\, Prescott Elementary School\, Oakland Unified School District (CA) \nSponsored by Collaborative Classroom \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nBuilding foundational literacy and social skills in the earliest years of a child’s life is the best way to prepare them for kindergarten and a lifetime of reading success. Equally important is instilling a love of learning. How can we better integrate early literacy instruction into Pre-K classrooms to set students up for success? What strategies exist to engage young learners through play\, movement\, and creativity? And how can we ensure early educators have the resources and training they need to align their efforts with K-12 literacy goals? We’d love to hear your thoughts! \nPlease join Emily Grunt\, Collaborative Classroom’s Director of Field Support\, and Alicia Simba\, Oakland Unified School District’s Transitional Kindergarten Teacher\, as they lead a discussion on ways to develop foundational skills while providing our youngest learners a seamless transition from Pre-K to kindergarten. \nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to Pre-K and TK school leaders and district leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nEmily Grunt is the Director of Field Support for Collaborative Classroom. She has over 18 years of experience in education\, including teaching in TK and kindergarten classrooms\, coaching and training for SEEDS of Learning™\, and serving as Program Director for FluentSeeds\, which became part of the Collaborative Classroom family of resources in 2024. Emily participated in the 2022 Promising Ventures Fellowship and is currently a 2022-2024 DIAL EE Fellow\, with a focus on continuous improvement and program quality in the TK early childhood environment. She has been a SIPPS-certified trainer since 2018 and holds an administrative credential from Reach Institute for School Leadership and a K-8 BCLAD credential from California State University\, Long Beach. Emily resides in the Bay Area with her husband\, two children\, and rescue pup\, Meggie. \n \nAlicia Simba is a transitional kindergarten teacher\, working and living in Oakland\, California. Her writing has been published in Teen Vogue\, Slate\, Education Week\, and more\, and she runs a weekly Substack titled an education. She is a 2024-25 Teach Plus Senior Writing Fellow. Alicia is a graduate of Barnard College and Stanford University. Find her and more of her work on Instagram\, @mcizmane.  \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Engaging Early Learners 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 \nCollaborative Classroom is a mission-driven\, nonprofit organization committed to ensuring that all students become readers\, writers\, and thinkers who learn from\, care for\, and respect one another. Our evidence-based programs help children develop as proficient readers and writers\, appreciate the ideas and opinions of others\, learn to agree and disagree respectfully\, think critically about big ideas\, and become responsible citizens of the world. Our commitment to continuous\, embedded professional learning empowers educators to grow their teaching practices\, build school community\, and create the conditions for authentic\, student-centered learning. URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/learningp320250410/ CATEGORIES:Early Childhood Learning,Literacy,PreK-K Programs,Student Engagement and Motivation ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://home.edweb.net/wp-content/uploads/20250410-learningp3-event.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250410T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250410T160000 DTSTAMP:20250410T200543Z CREATED:20250324T124230Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250410T200543Z UID:8794871-1744297200-1744300800@home.edweb.net SUMMARY:Level Up Your Phonics Instruction: Tips and Tools You Can Use Today DESCRIPTION:Presented by Lindsay Kemeny\, Elementary School Teacher; and Dr. Amanda Alexander\, Chief Academic Officer\, Scholastic \nSponsored by Scholastic Education \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nAre you ready to take your phonics instruction to the next level? Join first-grade teacher and 7 Mighty Moves author Lindsay Kemeny and Scholastic’s Chief Academic Officer Dr. Amanda Alexander to discover ways to boost engagement and learning in your K-3 reading instruction. In this edWebinar\, you learn how to: \n\nIncrease student engagement through specific student response techniques\nMaximize each minute of phonics instruction through efficient transitions and consistent routines\n\nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to K-3 teachers\, school leaders\, and district leaders. \n7 Mighty Moves and its soon-to-be-released companion resource\, 7 Mighty Moves Reading Resources\, are part of Scholastic’s Science of Reading in Practice series of professional books. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nLindsay Kemeny has been teaching elementary school for 12 years and is currently teaching first grade. After her son was diagnosed with dyslexia and depression\, she began her deep dive into effective literacy instruction. She is a CERI-certified Structured Literacy Classroom Teacher and has a master’s degree in curriculum and instruction. In addition to being a classroom teacher\, Lindsay enjoys presenting both locally and nationally and loves being a co-host of the Literacy Talks podcast. She has had articles published in The Reading League Journal\, Dystinct Magazine\, and IDA Perspectives. She lives in northern Utah with her husband and four children.  \n \nDr. Amanda Alexander serves as Scholastic’s Chief Academic Officer. In this role\, she leads research and validation efforts to ensure the efficacy of products\, the delivery of professional learning services\, and the company’s partnership with the Yale Child Study Center\, focusing on the intersection of literacy and health. Prior to joining Scholastic\, Dr. Alexander served as the Vice President of Policy and Partnership Development at Teachstone. With more than 20 years of progressive leadership experience\, the majority of Dr. Alexander’s service has been as a practitioner in the public sector. She has a B.A. in English and an M.Ed. in curriculum and instruction from Howard University\, an M.S.Ed. in educational leadership from Baruch College\, and a Ph.D. in education from American University.   \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Teaching Reading and Writing community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\nScholastic Education provides teachers\, families\, and communities with the tools they need to support each and every child with print and technology-based learning programs for pre-K to grade 12\, expert professional development\, family and community engagement\, and learning supports. URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/teach2read20250410/ CATEGORIES:Literacy,Reading Skills,Science of Reading,Student Engagement and Motivation ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://home.edweb.net/wp-content/uploads/20250410-teach2read-event.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250410T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250410T150000 DTSTAMP:20250410T184902Z CREATED:20250224T134352Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250410T184902Z UID:8507556-1744293600-1744297200@home.edweb.net SUMMARY:Creating Empathic and Inclusive Spaces Where Every Child Belongs DESCRIPTION:Presented by Miriam Beloglovsky\, Author\, Professor Emeritus\, International Speaker\, Designer\, and Consultant\, Playful Transformation\, LLC\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. \nImagine designing inspiring spaces where every child can participate and thrive. When we\, as designers\, educators\, and policymakers\, plan and respond to the divergent needs of special populations\, we increase the usability of the space for every child. Join this edWebinar to discover a design framework for creating ecosystems rooted in the dimensions of empathic inclusion where children of all backgrounds and abilities have a sense of belonging and are valued as contributing members of society. \nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to PreK–3 teachers\, librarians\, school leaders\, district leaders\, and education technology leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenter \nMiriam Beloglovsky is an educator\, author\, and advocate for early childhood education\, recognized internationally as an engaging and motivational speaker. She has authored several influential books\, including the award-winning and best-selling Loose Parts series\, emphasizing the importance of providing children with materials that inspire exploration\, problem solving\, and imagination. With over 35 years of experience in early childhood education\, her work aligns with progressive education\, encouraging educators to think beyond traditional methods. \nInspired by the principles in her latest book\, Loose Parts for Children with Diverse Abilities\, Miriam is now channeling her passion for designing empathetic\, inclusive play ecosystems into creating the Carolina Connections furniture collection. This exclusive addition to the Kaplan portfolio of furniture offerings reflects Miriam’s commitment to inclusion and innovation. It invites educators to design inspiring spaces where every child can participate and thrive\, regardless of their unique gifts\, capacities\, and learning abilities. \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 (coming in 2024)\, all from Gryphon House. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Classroom Management for Early Learning community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\nFor more than 50 years\, Kaplan Early Learning Company has been a champion for play. From our research-based curricula to enriching classroom environments and innovative technology solutions\, Kaplan’s products and services inspire a lifelong love of learning in children and educators. We are architects of learning good and defenders of the imagination. We live for inseparable bonds and open minds. We encourage the eager and inspire the inspirers. We transform lives through play. URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/classroommanagement20250410/ CATEGORIES:Classroom Management and Practices,Classrooms and Learning Spaces,Early Childhood Learning ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://home.edweb.net/wp-content/uploads/20250410-classroommanagement-event.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250410T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250410T140000 DTSTAMP:20250410T180746Z CREATED:20250314T145205Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250410T180746Z UID:8727177-1744290000-1744293600@home.edweb.net SUMMARY:Engaging Families for Literacy Success: What School Leaders Can Do DESCRIPTION:Presented by Rebecca A. Palacios\, Ph.D.\, NBCT\, Author and Early Childhood Teacher and Expert\nModerated by Kim Carlton\, Senior Academic Officer\, Teacher Created Materials \nSponsored by Teacher Created Materials \n\n\nWatch the Recording\n\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nFamily engagement begins in the home and school leaders play a crucial role in supporting families to guide their children toward success. Join us for an interactive session where you gain practical strategies to equip families with the tools they need to strengthen vocabulary and knowledge at home. \nBy deepening family-school partnerships\, you can create a lasting impact on student achievement and empower families to become active participants in their children’s education! In this edWebinar\, you: \n\nExplore the 4 Es of family engagement and their connection to the Big Six in the Science of Reading\nDiscover actionable strategies to help families build knowledge and skills at home\nGain insights on fostering stronger family engagement in your school or district\n\nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to K-12 teachers\, school leaders\, and district leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenter \nDr. Rebecca A. Palacios is a National Teacher Hall of Fame inductee\, National Board Certified Teacher\, and expert in family engagement and dual language education. With over 40 years of experience\, she has shaped curriculum design and teacher standards nationwide. A Founding Director and former Vice Chair of the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards\, she also co-founded the Texas National Board Coalition for Teaching. Dr. Palacios is a Senior Curriculum Advisor for ABCmouse.com and a Curriculum Board Member for Age of Learning. She has presented globally on early childhood\, STEAM\, and bilingual education. The author of Being Your Child’s Most Important Teacher\, she was Corpus Christi ISD’s first Teacher of the Year and the first Latina inducted into the National Teacher Hall of Fame. She recently received the prestigious James A. Kelly Award for Advancing Accomplished Teaching. \n \nAbout the Moderator \nKim Carlton is a Senior Academic Officer for Teacher Created Materials\, where she provides professional development and training on TCM curriculum materials\, Shell Education professional resources\, and best instructional practices for districts\, teachers\, and educational trainers. Kim’s extensive teaching background includes ten years as a classroom teacher\, an instructional coach\, a literacy coach\, and a curriculum director. \nJoin the Build Educator Capacity and Boost Student Achievement community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edLeader Panels\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\nTeacher Created Materials develops innovative and imaginative educational materials and services for students worldwide. Everything we do is created by teachers for teachers and students to make teaching more effective and learning more fun. Join us on our mission to create a world where children truly want to learn. URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/building-educator-capacity20250410/ CATEGORIES:Family and Community Engagement,Leadership/Administration,Literacy,Science of Reading,Student Achievement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://home.edweb.net/wp-content/uploads/20250410-building-educator-capacity-event.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250409T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250409T180000 DTSTAMP:20250410T031642Z CREATED:20250321T134311Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250410T031642Z UID:8784405-1744218000-1744221600@home.edweb.net SUMMARY:Cracking the Code: How AI Shapes What We See (and What We Miss) DESCRIPTION:Presented by Mia Sato\, Reporter\, The Verge; and Dr. Brittney Smith\, Senior Manager of District Partnerships\, East\, The News Literacy Project \nSponsored by News Literacy Project \nWatch the Recording \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nFrom shaping our social media feeds to influencing the news we see\, algorithms and artificial intelligence are transforming the way we consume information. But how do these technologies work\, and what impact do they have on our ability to distinguish fact from fiction? \nWatch the News Literacy Project in an in-depth conversation about the evolving role of AI and algorithms in news and social media. Learn directly from reporter Mia Sato\, who covers the tech world and AI’s influence for The Verge. Explore the rise of AI-generated content\, machine learning systems that use data to shape our information bubbles\, and the challenges posed by deepfakes. Throughout this edWebinar\, we equip you with strategies to help students develop a more critical approach to digital news consumption. \nBy the end of the recorded session\, you’ll be armed with information about the ongoing evolution of AI\, a deeper understanding of how we shape—and are shaped by—algorithms\, and a toolbox of resources to support you in teaching your students. We highlight Checkology®\, our free\, interactive e-learning platform designed to help educators like you provide essential news literacy skills to students. This recorded edWebinar is of interest to middle and high school teachers\, librarians\, school leaders\, district leaders\, and education technology leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nMia Sato is a reporter at The Verge covering tech companies\, platforms\, and users. Since joining The Verge in 2021\, she’s reported on the war in Ukraine and the spread of propaganda on TikTok; Elon Musk’s takeover of Twitter and his role in the Trump administration; and how tech platforms and digital publishers are using artificial intelligence tools. In 2023 she was named a finalist for a Livingston Award\, which recognizes the work of journalists under the age of 35. \n \nDr. Brittney Smith is a Senior Manager of District Partnerships (East) at News Literacy Project. Dr. Smith joined NLP in July 2022 after eight years of teaching life science in Cincinnati\, Ohio. She was a high school teacher to diverse populations of students\, including English language learners. In her tenure as science department chair\, she focused on building partnerships with community stakeholders to enrich and improve students’ educational experiences. She holds a bachelor’s degree in biological science from the University of Cincinnati\, a master’s degree in teaching science to adolescents and young adults from Mount St. Joseph University\, and a doctorate in educational practice and innovation with a STEM focus from the University of South Carolina.  \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the News Literacy community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\n \nThe News Literacy Project\, a nonpartisan\, national education nonprofit\, provides programs and resources for educators and the public to teach\, learn and share the abilities needed to be smart\, active consumers of news and information and equal and engaged participants in a democracy. URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/newsliteracy20250409/ CATEGORIES:Artificial Intelligence,Digital Literacy,Media Literacy ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://home.edweb.net/wp-content/uploads/20250409-newsliteracy-event.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250409T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250409T170000 DTSTAMP:20250609T182833Z CREATED:20250320T161348Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T182833Z UID:8779565-1744214400-1744218000@home.edweb.net SUMMARY:Leading Powerful PLCs: Bridging Gaps by Integrating High-Leverage Instructional Practices with High-Quality Curricula DESCRIPTION:Presented by Malika Ali\, Former Teacher and District Administrator\, Current Chief Innovation Officer\, Throughline Learning \nSponsored by Throughline Learning \nWatch the Recording \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nAre you a leader looking to transform your school district’s PLCs from routine meetings to powerful engines driving teacher morale and student growth? Watch this edWebinar to discover a Plan-Do-Study-Act cycle that empowers educators to refine instruction and support more accessible implementation of rigorous High-Quality Instructional Materials (HQIM). \nCentered on 12 research-based instructional practices\, we showcase how this approach leads to tangible increases in student engagement\, belonging\, problem solving\, mindset\, and achievement data. Learn how strategic PLCs foster collaborative planning\, improve teacher self-efficacy for your team\, and support scaling successful practices across your school building. We delve into the practical strategies and step-by-step protocols all educators can use\, and how those actions lead to positive feedback\, student ownership\, and lasting change. \nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to K-12 school leaders\, district leaders\, teacher leaders\, and instructional coaches. \n \n \nAbout the Presenter \nMalika Ali is passionate about community-driven change management and culturally responsive education. As the Chief Innovation Officer at Throughline Learning\, she leads program visioning and R&D initiatives across all partner schools and districts. She was a Rhode Island District Teacher of the Year\, served on Governor Raimondo’s STEAM and Equity in Educator Preparation Committee\, and was named one of the nation’s top emerging and inspirational Black leaders in education innovation by LearnLaunch. \nMalika holds an M.Ed. in education policy and management from Harvard Graduate School of Education and a B.A. in public health from Brown University. As a daughter of strong and brilliant Eritrean refugees\, Malika has spent her life critiquing the systems that perpetuate educational inequity. She is proud to be a part of the struggle to ensure that all children have access to\, and can take advantage of\, an empowering education. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Professional Learning and 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 \nThroughline Learning is a non-profit organization that supports the entire school community by addressing the needs of teachers\, leaders\, and community members so that student experiences improve and outcomes rise. We use virtual and in-person sessions to coach teachers\, amplify best practice\, and increase student engagement in rigorous curricula. We coach leaders on data protocols that drive improvement efforts and we co-design strategic staffing models that activate diverse community members as tutors\, mentors\, and classroom educators. Our partnerships help build the capacity\, clarity\, and coherence needed to spread joyful learning across your district. URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/pd20250409/ CATEGORIES:Leadership/Administration,Professional Development,Student Engagement and Motivation ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://home.edweb.net/wp-content/uploads/20250409-pd-event.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250409T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250409T150000 DTSTAMP:20260403T150847Z CREATED:20250326T170550Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260403T150847Z UID:8839974-1744207200-1744210800@home.edweb.net SUMMARY:Strengthening STEM Learning in Early Childhood Classrooms: Beyond the Basics DESCRIPTION:Presented by Angela Eckhoff\, Ph.D.\, Professor of Teaching and Learning\, Old Dominion 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\nMany STEM resources focus only on science and math—this edWebinar shows you how to incorporate technology and engineering\, too! This session focuses on integrated STEM experiences that encourage children to engage in design processes – finding a problem\, imagining\, planning\, creating/constructing\, and revising. Integrated STEM learning enables early childhood educators to engage young children’s minds in exploring problems\, trying out new ideas\, and sharing what they know and can do with others. \nIn this edWebinar\, we: \n\nDiscuss the importance of child-led\, integrative STEM learning\nExplore possibilities for classroom projects using everyday materials\nExplore the teaching practices that can help educators successfully implement STEM explorations that engage and encourage children to explore their thinking as well as STEM content\n\nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to PreK-3 teachers and school leaders. \n\n \n \nAbout the Presenter \nAngela Eckhoff\, Ph.D. is a Professor of Teaching and Learning at Old Dominion University. She holds a dual Ph.D. from the University of Colorado–Boulder in educational psychology and cognitive science. She is the author of the Creative Investigations series available from Gryphon House.  \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/bookchats20250409/ CATEGORIES:Early Childhood Learning,STEM/STEAM,Student Engagement and Motivation ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://home.edweb.net/wp-content/uploads/20250409-bookchats-event.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250408T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250408T180000 DTSTAMP:20250408T220214Z CREATED:20250310T163821Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250408T220214Z UID:8672315-1744131600-1744135200@home.edweb.net SUMMARY:Generative AI Guidelines for Student Media Making: Centering Youth Voice\, Ethics\, and Productivity DESCRIPTION:Presented by Rachel Roberson\, Senior Program Manager\, Education Content\, KQED; and Rik Panganiban\, Program Manager\, Online Learning\, KQED \nSponsored by KQED 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 edWebinar\, we explore the generative AI (gen AI) landscape through the lens of youth voice. We unpack new guidelines developed by the Education Team at KQED and take a closer look at how to apply these guidelines across the curriculum in ways that are productive\, ethical\, and student focused. \nThis session examines ways to customize ChatGPT when your students are developing audio and video scripts and writing in other genres\, including a common use case: how chatbots like ChatGPT can provide supportive and valuable feedback on students’ writing. Viewers have access to classroom-ready resources and strategies for integrating gen AI when students create media content and projects. \nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to middle and high school teachers\, librarians\, school leaders\, district leaders\, and education technology leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nRachel Roberson is an experienced teacher leader and curriculum content developer who has served as a classroom teacher and administrator at public\, charter\, and international schools. Rachel specializes in professional learning facilitation and curriculum development\, strategy\, and implementation. At KQED\, she works to connect educators and students to KQED online education sites\, KQED Learn and KQED Teach\, by creating humanities curricula and professional learning content\, supporting product development\, championing youth-created media in and out of the classroom\, and leading projects and partnerships focused on teachers and classrooms. Rachel is a graduate of Northwestern University Medill School of Journalism and received her California teaching credential in secondary English and social studies from Mills College. \n \nRik Panganiban is the Manager of Online Learning and Educator Certification at the San Francisco-based public media station KQED. He supports educators’ professional growth through KQED Teach\, a free learning platform for K-12 educators\, and the PBS Media Literacy Educator Certification. Previously\, Rik served as Senior Instructional Design Lead and Senior Manager of Digital Learning at the California Academy of Sciences. \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\nKQED is a nonprofit\, public media station and NPR and PBS member station based in San Francisco that offers award-winning education resources and services free to educators nationwide. KQED Teach is a collection of professional development courses that empower educators to teach media literacy\, make media for the classroom\, and lead media-making projects with students in K-12. URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/ai20250408/ CATEGORIES:Artificial Intelligence,Media Literacy,Student Agency and Voice ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://home.edweb.net/wp-content/uploads/20250408-ai-event.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250408T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250408T170000 DTSTAMP:20250408T210101Z CREATED:20250320T130718Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250408T210101Z UID:8777601-1744128000-1744131600@home.edweb.net SUMMARY:Sensemaking and Elementary Science: That Just Makes Sense! DESCRIPTION:Presented by Leslie Lausten\, Former Teacher\, Current Professional Learning Specialist\, East Coast\, School Specialty \nSponsored by School Specialty \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nA critical component of any science lesson is the opportunity for students to make sense of their experiences and connect back to the critical knowledge and standards of learning. How do we make the TIME for this to happen? We purposefully plan and implement it as part of the lesson cycle. Join us as we learn more about this meaningful and engaging process called sensemaking. \nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to PreK-5 teachers\, curriculum specialists and coordinators\, school leaders\, and district leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenter \nLeslie Lausten is a former teacher and current Professional Learning Specialist with School Specialty who specializes in science education K-8. She leads workshops on sensemaking\, integrating science and literacy\, modeling effective science lessons\, as well as coaching teachers and leaders in effective practices. She also provides professional learning for FOSS Science Curriculum. Leslie’s passions include teaching science and literacy as well as arts integration. She believes in teaching explicitly and through inquiry and has found a nice balance in her approach. \nAs a coach\, professor\, and consultant\, she has worked with adults in professional development opportunities for many years. Leslie has been a state finalist for the Presidential Award for Math and Science\, won the Region 8 Yager award from NSTA\, was a National Board Certified Teacher\, and has a master’s in science education. Leslie is a retired teacher from Hartwood Elementary in Virginia\, where she taught for 33 years as a K\, 1\, K-1\, 2\, and 4th-grade teacher and Reading Specialist. While working there\, she was also a Science Professional Development Consultant for FOSS and led local\, state\, and national workshops. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \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 School Specialty\, we’re more than just school supplies. We offer tools and resources that support students\, administrators\, and teachers to achieve their educational goals. Discover our expertly curated product collections\, professional learning opportunities\, or podcast series that tackle current topics in science education. \nSchool Specialty publishes and provides professional learning and implementation support for the FOSS (Full Option Science System) curriculum. Designed by scholars at the Lawrence Hall of Science and grounded in active investigation\, FOSS embodies three-dimensional science teaching and learning. FOSS engages students of all backgrounds and abilities as scientists\, challenging students to make sense of real-world phenomena. FOSS advances this student-first approach\, providing opportunities to differentiate and support each student’s experience. URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/science20250408/ CATEGORIES:Early Childhood Learning,Science,STEM/STEAM,Student Achievement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://home.edweb.net/wp-content/uploads/20250408-science-event.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250408T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250408T150000 DTSTAMP:20250408T185014Z CREATED:20250320T120007Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250408T185014Z UID:8776107-1744120800-1744124400@home.edweb.net SUMMARY:Media Use by Kids Zero to Eight: The Common Sense Census Report DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dr. Supreet Mann\, Director of Research\, Common Sense Media; and Dr. Michael Robb\, Head of Research\, Common Sense Media\nModerated by Jennifer Ehehalt\, Senior Regional Manager\, 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. \nJoin Dr. Michael Robb\, Head of Research\, and Dr. Supreet Mann\, Director of Research\, both from Common Sense Media\, as they showcase the newest research\, The 2025 Common Sense Census: Media Use by Kids Zero to Eight. Michael and Supreet highlights the report’s findings and explore developmentally appropriate approaches to media use for our youngest learners. \nThis interactive edWebinar provides educators with evidence-based strategies\, ready-to-use lesson plans\, and curated resources to promote healthy media habits\, critical-thinking skills\, and digital citizenship from the earliest years. This recorded edWebinar is of interest to PreK-5 teachers\, librarians\, and school leaders. \nSession Resources: \nExplore Common Sense’s Parents’ Ultimate Guides\, here to help parents and caregivers make informed decisions that work for kids and families. These two cost-effective guides are paired with the new research and help parents navigate their kid’s digital world: \n\nParents’ Ultimate Guide to Your 2- to 4-Year-Old’s Digital World\nParents’ Ultimate Guide to Your 5- to 7-Year-Old’s Digital World\n\n\n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nDr. Supreet Mann is the Director of Research at Common Sense Media. She holds a Ph.D. in communication and an M.S. in child development from UC Davis. Her research focuses on the impact of social influences and media on children’s social and emotional development\, including prosocial behavior\, risk taking\, and learning. Dr. Mann has published extensively on youth mental health\, social media use\, and technology. She has presented at national and international conferences and has been published in several academic journals\, including the Journal of Children and Media and the Journal of Child and Family Studies. Her work has also been featured in prominent media outlets such as NPR\, the Washington Post\, and the Today show.  \n \nDr. Michael Robb is Head of Research at Common Sense Media\, overseeing the research program\, evaluation of organization impact\, and program development research. He has published research on the roles of media and technology in children’s lives in a variety of academic journals\, and his work has been featured in press outlets such as the New York Times\, the Washington Post\, and NPR. Dr. Robb also has supervised community educational outreach efforts\, helping parents and teachers make the most of quality children’s television programming. Dr. Robb received his B.A. from Tufts University and M.A. and Ph.D. in psychology from UC Riverside. Dr. Robb lives in Connecticut with his wife\, two sons\, and two dogs.  \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/commonsense20250408/ CATEGORIES:Digital Citizenship,Digital Learning PreK-3,Early Childhood Learning,Technology for Learning ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://home.edweb.net/wp-content/uploads/20250408-commonsense-event.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250408T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250408T140000 DTSTAMP:20251001T211703Z CREATED:20250310T155134Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T211703Z UID:8671065-1744117200-1744120800@home.edweb.net SUMMARY:How to Build an MTSS Handbook for Your School or District DESCRIPTION:Presented by Ronda French\, Psy.S.\, NCSP\, Assistant Director of Pupil Services\, Medina City School District (OH); Sandra Spruell\, MTSS Consultant\, Branching Minds; and Jason Schrammel\, Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum and Instruction\, Valhalla UFSD (NY) \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. \nAn MTSS handbook is more than just a document—it’s your roadmap to intervention consistency\, sustainability\, and success. It provides clear answers to the who\, what\, where\, when\, why\, and HOW of supporting every learner. \nJoin us for this engaging and practical edLeader Panel as we guide you through the process of creating an MTSS handbook that works for your campus or district. In this session\, we: \n\nOutline key components of an effective MTSS handbook\nDefine roles and responsibilities for staff\nAlign intervention strategies\, progress monitoring\, and data collection\nEnsure consistency across academic\, behavioral\, and social-emotional supports\n\nWhether you’re starting from scratch or refining an existing handbook\, this session equips you with the insights and resources needed to create a comprehensive guide that supports student success. This recorded edLeader Panel is of interest to K-12 school leaders and district leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nRonda French\, a native of Northeast Ohio\, holds a Bachelor of Arts\, Master of Arts\, and Psychology Specialist degree from Cleveland State University. She is a Nationally Certified School Psychologist and holds Ohio Pupil Services\, Principal\, and Superintendent licensure. \nNow in her seventh year as a District Administrator for Medina City Schools\, Ronda previously served as a school psychologist for nearly a decade. She is passionate about advocating for proactive mental health strategies\, inclusion for individuals with disabilities\, and Multi-Tiered Systems of Support. She is also a Branching Minds Pathfinder. \nOutside of work\, Ronda is deeply family and community oriented. She lives in Northeast Ohio with her husband\, two daughters\, and their beloved dog. In her free time\, she enjoys exploring new foods\, reading sci-fi novels\, and staying active. \n \nSandra Spruell is an experienced educator and educational consultant with a strong background in curriculum development\, instructional leadership\, and intervention strategies. As an Educational Consultant at Branching Minds\, Sandra has held various leadership roles. With over three decades in public education\, she has taught multiple grade levels and contributed to districtwide initiatives in curriculum design\, teacher mentorship\, and professional development. Holding a master’s in educational leadership and multiple certifications\, Sandra is dedicated to improving student outcomes and supporting educators. \n \n \nJason Schrammel has dedicated his career to fostering student growth\, empowering educators\, and shaping dynamic learning environments. With over 22 years of experience in public education\, Jason began as a special educator for 12 years\, where he developed a deep understanding of individualized learning needs and the importance of inclusive education. This foundation led to leadership roles\, including one year as an assistant principal\, four years as a K-12 principal\, and three years as a middle school principal. He has spent the last two years guiding the Valhalla Union Free School District as its Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and Instruction. \nAs a data-informed educator\, Jason is committed to leveraging all available information to support student learning and to provide teachers with the tools necessary to help their students thrive. At the heart of his leadership is a vision for an engaging\, proactive\, and student-centered learning community—one that fosters academic and social success through strong partnerships between schools and families. \nCentral to this mission is the development of a Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS)—a structured framework ensuring that all students receive the academic\, behavioral\, and social-emotional interventions they need to succeed. By implementing clear and consistent structures and strategies\, Jason creates an educational environment where every learner is supported in reaching his/her/their fullest potential. Driven by a passion for educating the whole child\, Jason leads with a vision that places students at the center of its decision making\, values collaboration\, and embraces innovative approaches to teaching and learning. \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/assessment20250408/ CATEGORIES:ALAS,Assessment,Leadership/Administration,MTSS,Student Achievement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://home.edweb.net/wp-content/uploads/20250408-assessment-event.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250407T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250407T160000 DTSTAMP:20250407T200029Z CREATED:20250326T153658Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250407T200029Z UID:8838149-1744038000-1744041600@home.edweb.net SUMMARY:Cursive Connections: 5 Strategies to Simplify Teaching and Learning  DESCRIPTION:Presented by Valerie Zaryczny\, OTR/L\, Sr. Professional Learning Designer\, Learning Without Tears; and Katrina Erickson\, OTR\, National Presenter and Content Support Specialist\, Learning Without Tears \nSponsored by Learning Without Tears \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nDiscover practical strategies for teaching and improving cursive handwriting in this edWebinar designed for both educators and adult learners. Through virtual demonstrations and guided practice opportunities\, you learn five actionable techniques that simplify cursive instruction for learners in Grade 2 and above while also exploring the cognitive benefits that make cursive relevant in our digital age. \nWhether you’re a seasoned educator or new to cursive\, you leave with effective tools and ready-to-implement methods to make cursive learning an engaging experience for yourself and your students. Learning outcomes include: \n\nLearn five effective strategies that make learning cursive simple and easy for students and adults\, enhancing both personal skills and classroom instruction\nPractice and apply strategies for lowercase cursive letter formation and connections while creating a personalized plan for ongoing improvement\nIdentify three evidence-based benefits of cursive writing for cognitive development and personal expression in today’s digital world\nApply cursive writing skills to real-world situations\, including signature development\, note-taking\, and personal correspondence\n\nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to elementary and middle school teachers and school leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nValerie Zaryczny received a Bachelor of Arts degree from Wake Forest University and a Master of Science degree in occupational therapy from Washington University in St. Louis. She is a pediatric OT with experience across multiple settings including schools\, clinics\, early intervention\, and teletherapy. She first attended a Handwriting Without Tears workshop in 2004 as a new therapist and has been in love with the products and methods ever since! Valerie became a National Workshop Presenter for Learning Without Tears in 2011 and is currently a Sr. Professional Learning Designer.    \n \nKatrina Erickson earned her Bachelor of Science degree in occupational therapy from The University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston\, Texas in 1990. With over 25 years of experience specializing in handwriting development\, she is passionate about helping students develop natural and automatic handwriting skills in both print and cursive. Through her work in school-based practice and private handwriting services\, Katrina is dedicated to supporting children of all abilities in building the foundational skills they need for academic success\, empowering them to excel in the classroom and beyond. Katrina is a National Presenter and Content Support Specialist for Learning Without Tears. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Building Foundational Literacy Skills community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\nLearning Without Tears’ mission in today’s changing learning landscape is to ensure that the path to student success remains simple and fun. We provide child-friendly\, hands-on\, innovative instruction for early learning\, handwriting\, keyboarding\, and writing strategies\, and our programs reach more than 31 million students in Pre-K through fifth grade. URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/lwt20250407/ CATEGORIES:Literacy,Student Achievement,Student Engagement and Motivation ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://home.edweb.net/wp-content/uploads/20250407-lwt-event.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250403T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250403T170000 DTSTAMP:20250403T210345Z CREATED:20250307T150152Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T210345Z UID:8654825-1743696000-1743699600@home.edweb.net SUMMARY:Supporting Young Children’s Brain Development with Play-Based and Developmentally Appropriate Music Activities 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. \nLearn about the many ways in which music participation in early childhood naturally supports and enhances children’s brain development in the infant\, toddler\, and preschool years. Research continues to emphasize the importance of the first five years of a child’s life for their brain development. Music can be an enjoyable\, natural\, and easy way for educators to support the development of important structural changes\, neurological processes\, and cognitive skills during this very active time of brain development. \nIn this recorded edWebinar\, viewers will review important terms and processes associated with brain development in early childhood​\, begin to understand how and why developmentally appropriate music and movement activities support young children’s brain development\, and learn new songs they can use right away in their work with young children. Viewers will also explore specific techniques they can use when interacting musically with infants\, toddlers\, and preschoolers to best support brain development in these earliest years. \nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to PreK teachers and school leaders. \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/music20250403/ CATEGORIES:Brain and Learning,Early Childhood Learning,Education Research/Evidence,Music for Early Learning,PreK-K Programs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://home.edweb.net/wp-content/uploads/20250403-music-event.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250403T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250403T160000 DTSTAMP:20250403T195150Z CREATED:20250311T174013Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250403T195150Z UID:8685006-1743692400-1743696000@home.edweb.net SUMMARY:Mathematics at Work: Tier 1 and Tier 2 Strategies to Accelerate Student Learning to Grade Level and Above DESCRIPTION:Presented by Mona Toncheff\, Former Mathematics Specialist\, Current Author and Solution Tree Associate \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. \nIn this practical edWebinar\, Mona Toncheff explores how collaborative teams can ensure all students learn grade-level mathematics through Tier 1 core instruction and Tier 2 interventions. Mona provides ready-to-use tools and strategies from the latest book in the Every Student Can Learn Mathematics series\, Mathematics Strategies for Tier 1 and Tier 2 Interventions in a PLC at Work. \nViewers will: \n\nClarify mathematical rigor and its guidance for grade-level instruction\nLearn to build a community of learners in every classroom\nExplore mathematical language routines\nUnderstand how to engage students in problem solving\n\nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to PreK-12 teachers\, especially those teaching math\, math coaches\, and school leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenter \nMona Toncheff\, an educational presenter and author\, has over 30 years of experience in public education. Mona works with educators and leaders nationwide to build collaborative teams and ensure all students receive high-quality mathematics instruction.  \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 \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/mathskills20250403/ CATEGORIES:Differentiated Instruction,Mathematics,Student Engagement and Motivation ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://home.edweb.net/wp-content/uploads/20250403-mathskills-event.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250402T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250402T150000 DTSTAMP:20250408T133326Z CREATED:20250227T210454Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250408T133326Z UID:8567768-1743602400-1743606000@home.edweb.net SUMMARY:Virtual Tutoring That Works: Dispelling Myths and Sharing Best Practices DESCRIPTION:Presented by Elizabeth Diamond\, K-2 Network Content Leader\, FirstLine Schools (LA); and Emily Hunyadi\, Elementary School Principal\, FirstLine Schools (LA)\nModerated by Jim McVety\, Managing Partner\, First Step Advisors \nSponsored by OnYourMark Education \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. \nCut through the noise and learn what truly makes virtual tutoring effective. In this edWebinar\, you hear directly from school and district leaders at FirstLine Schools who have witnessed firsthand how consistent\, high-quality virtual tutoring can lead to improved student engagement\, increased attendance\, and better academic outcomes. Learn about personalized approaches to tutoring and gain practical strategies for implementation and success. \nDiscover how your school can leverage virtual tutoring to support student learning. This recorded edWebinar is of interest to K-5 building and literacy leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nElizabeth Diamond is an experienced education leader currently serving as a K-2 Network Content Leader at FirstLine Schools in New Orleans. With nearly a decade of experience in New Orleans charter schools\, she has held roles including Assistant Principal at KIPP Believe Primary and ELA Instructional Coach at FirstLine Schools. Her background also includes teaching at the first-grade level in both Langston Hughes and Arthur Ashe Charter Schools. She holds a Bachelor of Science in psychology from Tulane University and is a certified teacher for grades 1-5. Her skill set includes curriculum development and leadership development coaching. \n \nEmily Hunyadi is the Elementary School Principal at Langston Hughes Academy (LHA)\, a public charter school in New Orleans serving students in Pre-K through eighth grade. She plays a key role in the LHA community\, notably overseeing the recent grand opening of the new early elementary building in September. \n \nAbout the Moderator \nJim McVety is the Managing Partner of First Step Advisors (founded in 2009)\, which delivers strategy\, communications\, and executive growth services to education providers worldwide. Jim and his team advise global brands\, early/mid-stage innovators\, and leading investors who share a commitment to improving educational outcomes. Jim holds degrees in secondary education and English from Boston College\, has served on numerous advisory boards\, and works with a range of strategic partners around the globe. \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 \nOnYourMark is dedicated to using the Science of Reading to close the literacy gap for students and help all students become strong readers. We teach children in K-5th grades how to read\, ensuring students’ learning and social-emotional needs are met. Our personalized\, research-based curriculum is delivered by skilled tutors who engage students and build relationships that help developing readers succeed. For more information\, visit www.onyourmarkeducation.org URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/accelerate20250402/ CATEGORIES:Digital Learning,Student Achievement,Student Engagement and Motivation,Tutoring ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://home.edweb.net/wp-content/uploads/20250310-accelerate-event.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250401T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250401T170000 DTSTAMP:20250402T162140Z CREATED:20250310T120815Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T162140Z UID:8665795-1743523200-1743526800@home.edweb.net SUMMARY:Using Meaningful and Complex Texts to Deepen Knowledge in Middle School DESCRIPTION:Presented by Mitchell Brookins\, Ph.D.\, Educational Consultant\nModerated by Amanda Dharsi\, Senior Manager\, Product Marketing\, Scholastic \nSponsored by Scholastic Education \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nEducators know that knowledge building is essential for literacy success. But how do we ensure middle school students engage with and retain what they read? The answer is using meaningful and complex texts in middle-grade courses—texts that reflect their experiences\, texts that spark curiosity\, and texts that connect them to the world around them. \nIn this edWebinar\, Dr. Mitchell Brookins explores how the right texts\, combined with strategic scaffolds in semantics\, summarization\, text analysis\, and writing\, create the conditions for deep\, lasting learning in middle school. By immersing students in authentic\, relevant\, and thought-provoking texts\, we can transform classrooms into spaces where reading is not just about decoding words but making meaning that sticks. \nJoin Dr. Brookins to discover how to bring real-world\, high-impact texts to life in ways that fuel engagement\, build knowledge\, and drive comprehension. This recorded edWebinar is of interest to middle school teachers\, school leaders\, and district leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenter \nDr. Mitchell Brookins is an educational consultant who supports teachers\, school administrators\, and district leaders in advancing student academic attainment. His 20 years of professional experience include teacher\, instructional coach\, school administrator\, district leader\, consultant\, and educational thought leader in K-12. Dr. Brookins’ leadership as an administrator yielded the following results: 43% to 72% student attainment over two years on DIBLES; 16% growth over two years on Louisiana’s LEAP State Assessment; and in one year\, school letter grades improved from a “D” to a “C” at ReNEW Cultural Arts Academy and Dwight Eisenhower. Dr. Brookins is currently the Managing Director of the Science of Reading Network with Leading Educators. He holds a B.A. in elementary education\, an M.A. in teacher leadership\, and a Ph.D. in educational administration. \n \nAbout the Moderator \nAmanda Amanullah Dharsi is an advocate for literacy and educational technology\, with a background in teaching and curriculum development. Currently\, she works at Scholastic\, where she focuses on product marketing for ELA programs designed to enhance reading volume\, engagement\, and comprehension for students. Amanda taught in the School District of Philadelphia and with the Great Oaks Legacy Charter School network in Newark\, NJ. She holds an M.S.Ed. in elementary and middle grades education from the University of Pennsylvania and a B.A. in English and economics from Rutgers University. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the ELA Today community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\nScholastic Education provides teachers\, families\, and communities with the tools they need to support each and every child with print and technology-based learning programs for pre-K to grade 12\, expert professional development\, family and community engagement\, and learning supports. URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/ela20250401/ CATEGORIES:English, Language Arts, Writing,Literacy,Student Achievement,Student Engagement and Motivation ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://home.edweb.net/wp-content/uploads/20240401-ela-event.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250401T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250401T160000 DTSTAMP:20250609T182848Z CREATED:20250321T170124Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T182848Z UID:8785924-1743519600-1743523200@home.edweb.net SUMMARY:Coaching with Purpose: Equipping Leaders to Support Every Teacher\, Everywhere DESCRIPTION:Presented by Valery Dragon\, School Improvement Strategist and VP of Strategic Partnerships\, UnboundEd\nModerated by Clay Willis\, VP of Growth Marketing\, UnboundEd \nSponsored by UnboundEd \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nWith record levels of turnover and a staggering number of novice educators entering the classroom\, supporting every teacher and ensuring instructional integrity remains a challenge. This session equips you with the vision\, systems awareness\, and high-impact strategies needed to support and elevate teachers from all backgrounds\, including new teachers. \nEffective instructional leadership requires more than oversight; it demands a deep understanding of the coaching cycle and its impact on teaching and learning. The best leaders don’t just manage educators; they cultivate a system where observation\, feedback\, co-planning\, and data meetings drive sustained instructional excellence. What does it take to execute this cycle with clarity and purpose? In this powerful edWebinar\, we equip you to: \n\nClarify your coaching vision by reflecting on the values that shape your leadership\nNavigate your system to provide strategic support that maximizes teacher growth and student success\nExecute high-impact coaching that strengthens instructional quality through meaningful feedback and targeted collaboration\nAssess your capacity and competency using guiding questions that push your coaching practice forward\n\nIt’s time we shift our focus to not only retaining seasoned educators but also ensuring that the next generation of teachers has the resources\, guidance\, and community they need to thrive in an increasingly demanding profession. \nJoin us for this dynamic\, thought-provoking session to refine your coaching cycle and support new teachers. Let’s build rigorous\, relevant\, and affirming learning environments—let’s come together to coach for GLEAM® instruction. This recorded edWebinar is of interest to K-12 school leaders and district leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenter \nValery Dragon\, VP of Strategic Partnerships at UnboundEd\, has worked for over a decade in the Washington\, D.C. area as an ELL specialist\, language teacher\, and instructional coach before leading a PK-8 school as a principal. Both New Leaders and RELAY trained\, she then transitioned to a national organization as a managing director of instructional support to focus on leadership actions and practices. In this role\, Valery crafted development for leaders through targeted improvement cycles anchored in operationalizing instructional improvement plans\, auditing systems\, and structures through the lens of internal coherence and equity\, as well as modeling and developing coaching practices anchored in content-specific pedagogy. It is Valery’s belief that fidelity to our mission will empower educators to own their input in school-based outcomes and allow them to intentionally launch their influence as change agents in hopes that their affirmed identities and leveraged leadership position them to build a strong coalition for change.  \n \nAbout the Moderator \nClay Willis is a mission- and results-driven marketing and communications leader committed to making education work for every single learner. As UnboundEd’s Vice President of Growth Marketing\, Clay advances the organization’s reach and impact by forging meaningful connections with visionary educators.  \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Leadership Practices for Innovative Leaders community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\n \nUnboundEd empowers educators to meet the needs of every single student through evidence-informed\, engaging\, affirming\, and meaningful grade-level instruction. URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/leadership20250401/ CATEGORIES:Leadership/Administration,New Teacher and Staff Support,Professional Development ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://home.edweb.net/wp-content/uploads/20250401-leadership-event.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250401T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250401T150000 DTSTAMP:20251001T211536Z CREATED:20250304T214728Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T211536Z UID:8625169-1743516000-1743519600@home.edweb.net SUMMARY:The Secondary Literacy Crisis: Why Reading Scores Are Falling—and How to Fix It DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dr. Anthony Smith\, Deputy Superintendent\, Denver Public Schools (CO); Dr. Zandra Jo Galván\, Superintendent\, Salinas Union High School District (CA)\, Immediate Past-President\, California Association of Latino Superintendents and Administrators; and Dr. Glenda Sheffield\, Superintendent\, Hampton County School District (SC)\nModerated by Dr. Donna Wright\, Retired Superintendent & 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. \nToo many older students slip through the cracks\, missing out on critical literacy interventions that could change their academic trajectory. Join leading experts as they tackle the biggest challenges in secondary literacy education and share actionable solutions that work. This edLeader Panel explores key systemic challenges\, including: \n\nThe Missing Middle – Why older students often don’t receive the structured literacy interventions they still need—and how to fix it\n\nCore Curriculum vs. Supplemental Support – Striking the right balance between teaching content and developing essential literacy skills\nThe Lost Group – How absenteeism\, EL learners\, and special education students are disproportionately impacted—and what we can do to support them\n\n\nGaps in Secondary Educator Training – Bridging the knowledge gap so middle and high school teachers can effectively support struggling readers\nBuilding Comprehension – The power of vocabulary\, background knowledge\, assessments\, and interventions to close literacy gaps while reducing stigma\nStaying the Course in a Shifting Landscape – How to navigate changing education trends while keeping literacy at the forefront\n\nThis isn’t just another discussion—it’s a call to action. Walk away with research-backed strategies to integrate literacy support into secondary classrooms\, strengthen professional development\, and ensure all students have the tools they need to succeed. \nDon’t miss out—join us and be part of the solution! This recorded edLeader Panel is of interest to K-12 teachers\, district leaders\, and education technology leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nDr. Anthony Smith serves as Deputy Superintendent for Denver Public Schools (DPS)\, Colorado’s largest district. He is committed to providing quality education to over 89\,000 students. His leadership is driven by equity\, integrity\, and accountability. Born and raised in Chicago\, moving to Denver at 14\, Dr. Smith’s diverse experiences shaped his commitment to education. Attending nine K-12 schools before earning a football and track scholarship to Adams State University\, he understands the challenges students face firsthand. \nStarting his career as a Title I teacher in DPS\, Dr. Smith quickly emerged as a leader dedicated to student achievement. Over 19 years\, he served as Assistant Principal\, Principal\, Instructional Superintendent\, and Regional Instructional Superintendent\, improving outcomes in both traditional and charter schools. From 2019-2022\, he led a district-wide turnaround as Superintendent of KIPP Texas Dallas-Fort Worth\, raising school ratings through strategic leadership. \nHis doctoral research\, Improvement Science and its Impact on Turnaround\, reflects his focus on sustainable educational improvements. Passionate about collaboration and student success\, he works to ensure equitable access to high-quality education. A devoted husband and father\, Dr. Smith enjoys mentoring\, community service\, and family activities. His leadership continues to drive meaningful change in DPS\, fostering academic excellence and stronger school communities. \n \nDr. Zandra Jo Galván\, Superintendent of Salinas Union High School District (SUHSD) since October 1\, 2024\, is a seasoned educator who most recently served the Greenfield Union School District as superintendent since 2017. She has successfully led and implemented strategic initiatives\, focusing on student-centered learning\, technology\, and college and career readiness. Dr. Galván leads a national Digital Promise League of Innovative Schools District (entered in 2022) with an equity and inclusivity-focused mission for ALL students. She was also selected for the 2023-24 Google National Fellowship\, was awarded the ALAS National Superintendent of the Year in 2023-24\, District Administration Top 100 National Influencers in Education 2024\, and DA Woman of Distinction 2025. \nHolding degrees from Fresno State\, CSU Monterey Bay\, and San Jose State\, she recently earned her doctorate at USC on May 8\, 2024! As a recognized leader\, Dr. Galván is passionate about preparing students to be socially\, emotionally\, and academically prepared for college and career and ensures that every Salinas UHSD team member knows they are an ELITE team member dedicated to the arduous task of saving students from the cycle of poverty. Dr. Galván is proudly committed to an “ALL Means ALL” vision for ALL the Salinas Union High School District students she proudly serves. \n \nDr. Glenda Sheffield is the Superintendent of Hampton County School District in South Carolina. She brings over three decades of experience in education\, having served the School District of Palm Beach County for 31 years in various leadership roles\, including teacher\, assistant principal\, principal\, Instructional Superintendent\, and Chief Academic Officer. \nThroughout her career\, Dr. Sheffield has been dedicated to academic excellence and equity. As a principal\, she successfully closed the achievement gap at the elementary\, middle\, and high school levels. In her role as Instructional Superintendent\, she mentored and coached middle and high school principals\, fostering strong instructional leadership. As Chief Academic Officer\, she collaborated with district stakeholders to align curriculum resources\, ensuring rigorous\, standards-based instruction for all students. \nDr. Sheffield holds a Bachelor of Science in business administration from Voorhees College\, a Master of Education in business education from Bowling Green State University\, and both an educational specialist and doctorate in educational leadership from Nova Southeastern University. She is also a former participant of the Harvard University Principal Leadership Academy and the Atlantic Research Partners National Superintendent Academy. \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. \nDr. 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. \nAlthough 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/structuredliteracy20250401/ CATEGORIES:ALAS,Education Research/Evidence,Literacy,Professional Development,Reading Skills,Student Achievement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://home.edweb.net/wp-content/uploads/20250401-structuredliteracy-event-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250401T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250401T140000 DTSTAMP:20250919T195101Z CREATED:20250305T235955Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250919T195101Z UID:8639403-1743512400-1743516000@home.edweb.net SUMMARY:Bridging Social and Academic Language for Newcomer and Emergent Multilingual Students Through Tech DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dr. Edith Treviño\, ESL Educational Consultant\, Dr. ET & Company \nSponsored by Listenwise \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 interactive edWebinar\, educators explore how to effectively teach social language while providing equitable access to academic content for newcomer and emergent multilingual students using tech tools that provide speech recognition\, visual aids\, translation\, and more. Viewers learn practical\, tech-driven strategies that support both conversational fluency and academic language acquisition\, fostering student confidence and engagement. \nThis session also highlights how these tools align with state English Language Development (ELD) Standards\, ensuring that instructional practices meet linguistic and academic expectations while accelerating language growth. Viewers leave with actionable strategies and digital resources to enhance instruction and empower multilingual learners in their classrooms. \nThis recorded edWebinar is of interest to K-12 teachers\, school leaders\, district leaders\, and education technology leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenter \nDr. Edith Treviño\, also known as “Dr. ET\,” is a professional education consultant. She is an author\, advocate of language\, wife\, mother\, and passionate educator who lives and teaches in La Frontera. Born and raised in Ciudad Acuña\, Coahuila\, Mexico\, Dr. ET came to the U.S. at age seven. After serving time in the U.S. Army Reserves\, Dr. ET’s life trajectory changed\, leading her to dedicate the past 20 years to supporting and championing English learners in Texas and beyond. Dr. ET holds a doctorate in curriculum and instruction with an emphasis on bilingual studies from The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley\, a Master of Education degree from Sul Ross State University\, and a Bachelor of Science degree in elementary education from Edinboro University in Pennsylvania.  \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Helping ELL\, ESL\, and Bilingual Students Succeed community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\n \nListenwise provides authentic podcasts and videos to teach academic content and language together across the curriculum. Listenwise’s newest product\, Lingolift\, is designed for newcomers and emergent multilinguals in grades 2-12. Lingolift helps students develop English language proficiency across all four language domains: listening\, speaking\, reading\, and writing. Built-in language and literacy tools like speech recognition improve pronunciation and fluency. Interactive language supports\, assessments\, and teacher’s guides offer the flexibility to use this product in any teaching scenario. Intended as an onramp to Listenwise to help newcomers use and learn social and academic language as quickly as possible. Try Listenwise and Lingolift together—request a quote today! URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/ell20250401/ CATEGORIES:ALAS,Bilingual and Multilingual Language Acquisition,ELL/ESL Language Acquisition,Language Learning,Student Engagement and Motivation,Technology for Learning ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://home.edweb.net/wp-content/uploads/20250401-ell-event.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250331T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250331T140000 DTSTAMP:20250406T180545Z CREATED:20250319T142308Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250406T180545Z UID:8767034-1743426000-1743429600@home.edweb.net SUMMARY:Designing High-Impact Out-of-School-Time Programs: Strategies for Engagement and Learning DESCRIPTION:Presented by Marcy Richards\, Director of 21st Century Community Learning Centers (CCLC)\, Anchorage School District (AK); Lupine Reppert\, Executive Director\, California School-Age Consortium (CalSAC); and Dane Jaber\, Instructional Supervisor and SECME Coordinator\, Miami-Dade County Public Schools (FL)\nModerated by Jaclyn (Jaci) Anderson\, Product Portfolio Manager\, Pitsco Education \nSponsored by Pitsco Education \nWatch the Recording Listen to the Podcast \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nView this dynamic recorded edWebinar focused on designing Out-of-School-Time (OST) programs that drive student success. Learn how to create engaging\, impactful programs that foster learning\, well-being\, and future readiness for students. Experts share best practices\, strategies for boosting participation\, and tips on securing funding to ensure program sustainability. \nViewers will learn: \n\nThe critical role OST programs play in student achievement and well-being\nKey elements that make an OST program successful\, including leadership\, flexibility\, and community involvement\nHow to incorporate student interests to increase engagement and participation\nThe power of hands-on\, experiential learning in fostering creativity and problem solving\nStrategies for securing funding and building community partnerships for sustainability\nPractical tips for creating adaptable\, high-impact programs that meet the needs of diverse students\n\nDon’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable insights and actionable strategies for designing high-impact OST programs that make a difference! This recorded edWebinar will be of interest to PreK-12 teachers\, librarians\, school leaders\, district leaders\, and education technology leaders. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nMarcy Richards is a dedicated leader in out-of-school-time programming\, serving as the Director of Anchorage School District’s 21st Century Community Learning Centers (CCLC) for the past seven years. With more than a decade of experience in education and youth development\, she previously led a preschool\, childcare\, and after-school facility in Anchorage\, Alaska. Under her leadership\, ASD’s 21st CCLC programs support approximately 1\,000 K-8 students annually\, providing vital academic interventions and enrichment opportunities in one of the most diverse school districts in the nation—where 116 languages are spoken. Navigating the unique challenges of Alaska\, including its refugee population\, Indigenous communities\, high trauma rates\, and logistical hurdles of climate and geography\, Marcy is committed to ensuring equitable access to high-quality STEM learning in out-of-school time. \n \nLupine Reppert has been working in the out-of-school time (OST) field for more than 20 years. She started as a summer camp counselor and later served in various roles in youth development organizations\, including LA’s BEST after-school program and the American Camp Association. Most recently\, Lupine was Vice President of Client Services for Arrowhead Management Company\, a fundraising consulting firm responsible for raising millions of dollars for non-profit organizations each year. Currently\, she is the Executive Director at the California School-Age Consortium (CalSAC)\, for which she has served as a staff member since 2015 and as a volunteer since 2009. Lupine has a Bachelor of Arts in English and music from UCLA and a master’s in public administration from USC. You’ll find her outdoors in her free time—running\, hiking\, camping\, kayaking—or indoors\, swing dancing. \n \nDane Jaber is currently an Instructional Supervisor and SECME District Coordinator for Miami-Dade County Public Schools\, the nation’s third-largest school district. As a science educator for 18 years\, he has served as a teacher of various courses throughout grades 6-12 before becoming an instruction coach and district-level curriculum specialist prior to assuming his current role. Dane is also an active member of the Florida Association of Science Supervisors and the National Science Education Leadership Association. \n \nAbout the Moderator \nJaclyn (Jaci) Anderson works at Pitsco Education as a Portfolio Manager\, overseeing the development of STEM products and curricula. Previously\, she spent a decade in transportation\, distribution\, and logistics\, and she’s proud to bring such industry experience to the world of education. Jaci is driven to bring engaging\, hands-on STEM learning to students of all ages. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Community & Family Engagement community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\n \nPitsco Education is a leading provider of hands-on educational solutions for K-12 students\, offering a wide range of curricula and services designed to inspire and engage learners in STEM subjects. With a focus on innovation and quality\, Pitsco Education aims to support educators in delivering effective and impactful STEM education. URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/engagement20250331/ CATEGORIES:Education Funding and Purchasing,Family and Community Engagement,Professional Development,Student Achievement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://home.edweb.net/wp-content/uploads/20250331-engagement-event.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250328T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250328T130000 DTSTAMP:20250402T040834Z CREATED:20250220T152645Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250402T040834Z UID:8467643-1743163200-1743166800@home.edweb.net SUMMARY:Black English and Literacy: Teaching Reading Without Erasing Language DESCRIPTION:Presented by Dr. Ramona Pittman\, Associate Professor\, Texas A&M University; Dr. Jasmine Rogers\, Adjunct Professor\, School of Education\, American University; Dr. Dionna Latimer-Hearn\, Speech Language Pathologist & Public Scholar\, Northwestern University & REACT Initiative; and Dr. Altheria Caldera\, CEO\, Caldera and Associates Equity Consulting\, LLC \nCo-hosted by CORE Learning and The Reading League \nWatch the Recording Listen to the Podcast \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nBlack English is a linguistically rich and rule-governed language\, yet traditional reading instruction often overlooks or even works against it. How can educators teach reading in a way that builds strong literacy skills without disregarding the language students bring to the classroom? \nThis fourth edWebinar of the Structured Literacy for Every Learner Summit explores how Structured Literacy provides explicit instruction while affirming Black English as a legitimate and valuable language. Experts share evidence-based approaches to teaching foundational skills without treating Black English as a deficit. Viewers learn: \n\nHow Black English and literacy development intersect\nWhat evidence says about teaching reading in ways that respect linguistic identity\nHow to create affirming classrooms where Black English speakers feel valued and supported\n\nK-12 educators and administrators will walk away with a deeper understanding of how to honor students’ language while helping them grow as confident readers. \nThis edWebinar is part of the Structured Literacy for Every Learner Summit. \n\n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nDr. Ramona T. Pittman is an associate professor in the Department of Teaching\, Learning and Culture at Texas A&M University. She has a B.S. and M.Ed. degree in elementary education and a Ph.D. in curriculum and instruction with an emphasis in literacy. She has taught PK-12 and higher education for over 20 years. Her research interests include African American English and literacy\, preservice and in-service teachers’ knowledge\, and literacy development especially in decoding and encoding (spelling)\, with the idea that each of these topics are intertwined to create equitable learning experiences for all students. \n\n \nDr. Jasmine Rogers is a leading national voice in literacy instruction\, specializing in culturally competent approaches to teaching. With nine years of classroom experience in charter and DC Public Schools\, she saw firsthand how traditional reading instruction often left Black English-speaking students behind. Her research at American University’s School of Education challenges long-held misconceptions\, showing that when teachers receive even minimal training on Black English\, their instruction becomes significantly more effective. \nA sought-after speaker and consultant\, Dr. Rogers blends data-driven research with practical classroom insights. She has been featured as a guest on podcasts\, led workshops at teacher conferences\, and moderated academic panels. Her work not only helps educators recognize unconscious biases but also equips them to better serve linguistically diverse students. Dr. Rogers’ mission is clear: to revolutionize literacy instruction by affirming every student’s linguistic heritage. \n \nDr. Dionna Latimer-Hearn is an educational consultant\, multilingual speech-language pathologist\, and researcher with over 20 years of experience. Originally from Middletown\, OH\, she earned her B.S. in communication sciences and disorders with a minor in French studies from Northwestern University\, where she played on the women’s soccer team. She later completed her M.A. in speech-language pathology at The George Washington University and a Ph.D. in instructional leadership at Notre Dame of Maryland University. \nShe has held positions in Illinois\, Japan\, Maryland\, and Texas\, supporting organizations in the U.S. and abroad. She is the inaugural recipient of NBASLH’s Clinician of the Year Award and has presented research on African American English globally. Dr. Latimer-Hearn is the author of Unexpected Places and founder of the REACT Initiative\, RespectTheDialect Facebook group\, and The Culture We Speak podcast. A dedicated wife\, mother\, and traveler\, she has visited over 25 countries. \n \nDr. Altheria Caldera is a racial equity leader\, educator\, and researcher with expertise in culturally relevant pedagogies\, antiracist education\, education policy\, and language and literacy. She is the CEO of Caldera and Associates Equity Consulting\, LLC\, and serves as a University Professor at American University and the University of North Carolina-Charlotte. \nA proud first-generation and HBCU (Stillman College) graduate\, Dr. Caldera’s work is deeply influenced by her experiences as a Black girl growing up in Alabama. She earned a Ph.D. in curriculum studies and a graduate certificate in women and gender studies from Texas Christian University. With nearly two dozen peer-reviewed articles and book chapters\, her research explores how educators can advance equity for students of color and economically disadvantaged students. Through her consulting work\, she helps organizations develop intentional\, mission-aligned strategies to ensure communities of color see themselves in educational movements and initiatives. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nJoin the Language and Literacy community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \n\n \nFor 25+ years\, CORE has pioneered evidence-based and research-grounded professional learning experiences and school supports that equip educators with the tools they need to advance rigorous instruction\, high-quality materials\, and effective assessments. CORE partners with educators to strengthen the foundations of teaching and learning\, ensuring all students experience a rigorous\, relevant\, and inclusive public education. \n  \n  \nThe Reading League is a national nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing the awareness\, understanding\, and use of evidence-aligned reading instruction. Their mission is to ensure all educators employ practices rooted in the science of reading\, leading to successful literacy outcomes for every student. Committed to diversity\, equity\, inclusion\, and belonging\, The Reading League offers resources such as professional development partnerships\, an annual conference\, a peer-reviewed journal\, and various educational materials. By fostering collaboration among educators\, researchers\, and policymakers\, they strive to transform reading education and empower all learners. URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/lang-lit20250328/ CATEGORIES:Culturally Responsive Teaching,Language Learning,Literacy,Student Achievement ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://home.edweb.net/wp-content/uploads/20250328-lang-lit-event.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250327T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250327T170000 DTSTAMP:20251106T172747Z CREATED:20250310T203803Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251106T172747Z UID:8675658-1743091200-1743094800@home.edweb.net SUMMARY:Engaging Students in Environmental Action Through Music: For Earth Day and Beyond DESCRIPTION:Presented by Ben Dumbauld\, Director of Content\, TeachRock; and Gina Machado\, Former New York City Public School Teacher\, Current Director of Programs and Partnerships\, TeachRock \nSponsored by TeachRock\, with support from Positive Legacy \nWatch the Recording\nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \nMusic has the power to motivate communities to unite and take action to tackle critical environmental challenges. View a discussion with TeachRock on the connection between education\, environmental activism\, and music\, featuring unique perspectives from Indigenous musicians\, politicians\, and activists. \nThis recorded session prepares teachers to foster their students’ collaborative exploration of Earth’s most pressing environmental issues while discovering how music can inspire awareness and change using TeachRock’s Environmental Jukebox lesson collection. This recorded edWebinar is of interest to middle and high school teachers\, librarians\, school leaders\, and district leaders. \nThis presentation and lesson collection are made possible in part by Positive Legacy\, Inc.\, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to integrating music and service to benefit communities and the planet. \nView all of the recent TeachRock edWebinars. \n \n \nAbout the Presenters \nBen Dumbauld is the Director of Content at the Rock and Soul Forever Foundation\, where he oversees the creation and publication of TeachRock.org’s materials. Before coming on board with the Foundation\, Ben was working towards his Ph.D. in ethnomusicology at the CUNY Graduate Center and running a community media lab with the New York City Department of Parks and Recreation. For Ben\, the most exciting part of working for the Foundation is providing students with new perspectives on math\, science\, language\, and history through music. In addition to working with the Foundation\, Ben runs a percussion program for kids and operates a small cassette tape label.   \n \nGina Machado is the Director of Programs and Partnerships at TeachRock. Beginning her career as a classroom teacher in The Bronx\, New York\, she now designs arts-integrated education materials for TeachRock and leads professional development sessions across the United States\, working alongside teachers to implement the TeachRock curriculum. An educator at heart\, Gina’s true passion lies in creating new and innovative ways to reach students of all levels\, always aiming to foster the student-teacher relationship. \nJoin the Preserving the Planet community to network with educators\, participate in online discussions\, receive invitations to upcoming edWebinars\, and view recordings of previous programs to earn CE certificates. \nLearn more about viewing the live presentation and the recording\, earning your CE certificate\, and using our new accessibility features. \n\n \nLaunched by Stevie Van Zandt and the Founders Board of Bono\, Jackson Browne\, Martin Scorsese\, and Bruce Springsteen\, TeachRock.org provides free\, standards-aligned resources that use music to help K-12 students succeed in science\, math\, social studies\, language arts\, and more. \n \nPositive Legacy integrates music and service to benefit people and the planet. We are grantmakers who coordinate environmental and humanitarian service projects fueled by the power of music. We transcend cultural boundaries by attending to the needs and aspirations of the communities where music happens. We create sustainable support through action from musicians and fans. URL:https://home.edweb.net/webinar/planet20250327/ CATEGORIES:Arts in Education,Environment and Nature,Student Engagement and Motivation,TeachRock ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://home.edweb.net/wp-content/uploads/20250327-planet-event.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR