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Memphis Street Academy CEO Steven Bilski shares on the Dom Giordano Program how the academy is committed to supporting its students not only academically but also holistically. "We understand what (our students) go through, and while we want to meet your academic needs, we also want to meet your holistic needs." Bilski discusses the impact of supporting students in the Kensington area and how MSA's responsibility extends beyond the classroom. Listen to the full interview on Audacy.com to learn more about the future of middle school. #education #studentsupport #holisticlearning

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What’s a conference for if you don’t swag out your name badge with ribbons!! Ready to take on my first NASPA - Student Affairs Administrators in Higher Education Conferences on Student Success. 🧑🏽‍🎓👩🏾‍🎓 #sshe24 #movingfirstgenforward #dismantalingsystemicbarriers #presenter #region4west #firstgen #firstgenstudentsuccess #conference #professionaldevelopment

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#BIRE2024 #ELL leaders! Lets talk about co-designing equitable tech solutions for K-12! Join our interactive session & share what you need most!

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Discover the power of dual enrollment in creating pathways to success. Shoutout to podcast host and friend, Danny Morrison that has always gone extra miles for our incredible CCC students and community. California is leading the nation with dual enrollment, transforming education, and offering students the chance to earn college credits early. Join the conversation and unlock your potential with #Vision2030 #ICanGoToCollege #EducateElevatePod

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Increase Funding for Education Research Infrastructure in HBCUs, MSIs, HSIs, and TCUs Developing a strong capacity in Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU’s), Minority Serving Institutions (MSIs), Hispanic Serving Institutions (HSIs), and Tribal Colleges and Universities (TCUs) to engage in research and knowledge production in the education and social sciences will strengthen critical institutions and advance learning innovation. Just released: Task Force Brief: ROLE OF HBCUs, MSIs & TCUs IN EDUCATION R&D released by the Alliance for Learning Innovation (ALI), EducationCounsel, and InnovateEDU. The resource recommends approaches to ensure education R&D is more effective and responsive to the needs of all learners. These include expanding funding and support to a wider group of institutions and researchers, growing a more diverse pipeline of R&D professionals, and better incorporating a broader range of communities’ assets, needs, expertise, and perspectives. We hosted a Research and Science Policy Forum / Honorary President Edmund Gordon series session at #AERA to explore individual and shared visions for an expanded and strengthened role in education R&D for HBCUs, MSIs, and TCUs. Preparation aimed to identify gaps between the vision and the current status, exploring barriers. Key themes included: limitations in funding, opportunities, and resources; balancing faculty teaching duties with grant-funded R&D projects; and coded language and practices in grant competitions. This resource makes potential recommendations based on our expertise and experience, including: Grant writing and management capacity Make the Invisible Visible. Prioritize and incentivize HBCU/MSI/TCU engagement. Ensure representation among peer reviewers. Develop programs to grow scholarship and expertise. Leverage networks and shared services. The Biden-⁠Harris The White House just announced a record over $16 billion in support for historically Black Colleges and Universities. This is a critical moment to celebrate progress and link arms to move forward. https://lnkd.in/egsy_E2Z. Please join me in re-posting and reacting to this important brief.   Brenda Allen, M. C. Brown II, Anne-Marie Núñez, Timothy Sams, James L. Moore III, James L. Moore III, Matthew Soldner, Jessica Heppen, Na'ilah Nasir, Julie Ajinkya, Jinann Bitar, Nikki Edgecombe, Kelly Fitzsimmons, Rochelle Ford, Marybeth Gasman, Dr. David Johns, Erick C. Jones, Sr., David E. Kirkland, Melissa Moritz, Jo Ann Paanio, J.D., Enrique S. Pumar, Katina Rae Stapleton, Sara Schapiro, Ivory Toldson, Dietra Trent, Ph.D. Erin Mote, Bethany Little, Scott Palmer, https://lnkd.in/eCjkwxBC

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Cultivating Independence Through Audiobooks Did you know? Learning Ally's Human Read Audiobooks fosters greater independence in students. By providing accessible learning resources, we empower K-12 learners to take control of their educational journey. Experience the transformation at https://lnkd.in/ePCiXDqF. #reading #k12 #educators

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Leadership in education is about continuous growth and inspiration, and the 2024 Administrative Institute has clearly delivered on both fronts! It's inspiring to see our Volusia County School District administrators energized and equipped with fresh insights as they prepare for the upcoming academic year. The enthusiasm and dedication of our principals shine through in their reflections on the institute. Their experiences underscore the importance of collaborative learning and sharing best practices among educational leaders. These gatherings are crucial for fostering innovation, addressing challenges, and setting the tone for a successful school year. As we approach August, it's clear that our administrators are not just ready, but eager to implement new strategies and ideas to enhance our students' educational experience. Their commitment to personal and professional growth directly translates to improved learning environments and outcomes for our young minds. To all our administrators: Your passion is contagious, and your leadership is invaluable. The impact you'll make this coming year will undoubtedly be transformative for our schools and communities. Let's carry this momentum forward and make the 2024-2025 school year one for the books! #2024ADMINISTRATIVEINSTITUTE #EMPOWERIMPACT Who else is feeling inspired by their recent professional development experiences? Share your takeaways and how you plan to implement them in your work!​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​ https://lnkd.in/e82WftuX

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Universities and school districts collaborating on solutions is the key to addressing the #EdShortage

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#Goals My goal for the book to feel practical, like me coaching/talking to a new principal in book form based on my lived leadership experiences and things I've learned along the way. That's why I say "it's a leadership coach in a book." Order Here Www.FromAPtoCEOBook.com #FromAPtoCEOBook #CEOre10Framework #DrCharaChats #EmpoweredPrincipalsThrivingSchools

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Apprenticeships work, and it's not just for the traditional trades! Take a look at what Public Consulting Group has been up to at the link below.

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Research conducted by the American Federation of School Administrators indicates that approximately 89% of school principals report experiencing job-related stress. This stress can stem from numerous sources, including long working hours, high expectations from parents and the community, and the pressure to improve student academic performance. Additionally, the ever-changing educational landscape, with its frequent policy updates and reforms, adds to the complexity of their roles, further exacerbating stress levels. Addressing the stress experienced by school administrators is vital for their well-being and the overall health of the educational environment. Implementing support systems, such as professional development opportunities, mental health resources, and peer support networks, can help alleviate some of the pressures they face. Leadership EDGE is your educational solution to providing leadership development, staff well being, and other identified services specific to the needs of your community! Femi Skanes, Ed.D. #leadershipdevelopment #staffwellbeing #professionaldevelopment #leadershipcoaching

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📌📌 tune in to the insightful conversation I had with Dr Lucy Agyepong on the use of generative AI in education. #AIinEducation #AIforEducation

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Join me at Elevate 2024 Atlanta where I will speak on "Meeting the Need: Best Practices in Special Education Data Collection & Sharing." Looking forward to connecting with others! #factselevate2024 Education Modified FACTS

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Designed to help reduce violence on school campuses by providing timely access to critical school safety data, the dashboard currently serves millions of students, parents, educators, and policy makers throughout Florida. The concept is a model for the development of future dashboards nationwide. The data includes rates of violence like fighting and weapons, rates of disciplinary responses like suspension and expulsion, public health concerns like vaping, and indicators of school bus safety such as crashes. It also includes measures of context like school achievement and community violence as well as measures of preventative approaches like student-to-teacher/counselors/nurse/social workers ratios, attendance, and whether schools have suicide prevention trained staff. https://lnkd.in/gtAxqY42 #school #safety #security #grants #threats #florida Elisa Mula Isabel Brady Katie Lambert Georgia Verrastro Min K. Antoinette K. Eddie Reynolds Kim Marsh, CET Izzy Fried Dan ONeill David Furcayg David Riedman Rachael Frost Charles Monaghan

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Learning so much at #QualtricsX4 in SLC. The MainStage Day 1 had amazing keynote speakers reminding us of the importance of passion, planning and grit. Corporate partners discussed the importance of joint customers and the importance of investing in their employees. My biggest takeaway was the evolution of AI it’s scaling capabilities and economic impact. This was all before lunch! #Innovation #Qualtrics #ExperienceManagement

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✨Join me this Friday as we facilitate a discussion about “Advocating for Black Women” at the next TASSR (Tennessee Association for Student Success and Retention) Meeting. 🗓️DATE: Friday, June 14, 2024 ⏰TIME: 2:00pm Central/3:00pm Eastern 📍LOCATION: Zoom - https://TASSR.org In this discussion, we will explore ways we, collectively, can advocate for Black women and create spaces that are just, equitable, and inclusive. We will highlight common issues that affect Black women in life, education, and the workplace. We are seeking to start a conversation about breaking down the stigma, stereotypes, and systemic oppression of Black Women, trusting Black women as experts, empowering Black women, centering Black women, uplifting Black Women, and acknowledging the full experience of Black women. This session is a reminder that investing in Black women is a human right and a key to building just, equitable, and inclusive spaces. When we inspire others to understand and value Black women, we create space to be inclusive, relevant, and empowering where there’s a sense of belonging. When we advocate for Black women and stand by Black women, we are also making space and advocating for other oppressed people or groups. When we invest in Black women, we accelerate progress. This crucial conversation is a call to action to support Black women and Black women-led initiatives and projects to drive social and economic progress—to accelerate progress. Attendees will leave with practical ways to advocate for Black women in the spaces they occupy. Attendees will begin brainstorming realistic and relevant ways they can implement the ideas discussed when they encounter barriers and resistance. #DrTammyFrancis #advocacy #advocateforblackwomen #catalyst4change #catalyst4changeglobal #catalystforchange #highereducation #workplacetransformation #studentsuccess

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As AZ schools and districts grapple with AI, this #GenAI guidance for K-12 can help provide direction. The document contains classroom and administrative use cases that can serve as a “north star,” information about important ethical considerations that leaders must address, and implementation recommendations that involve all stakeholders: https://bit.ly/4bCCAZE.

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