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An Innovative Journey to Scalable Computer Science Programs

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Valerie Brock Computer Science Education Manager, NYC Public Schools Computer Science for All Brock: In 2017, after 10 years of teaching in NYC Public Schools, the largest school district in the country, I transitioned to an “out-of-classroom” position. I was tasked with providing reading intervention services for at-risk K-8 students.

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Lexia Celebrates 40th Anniversary 

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About Lexia Lexia®, a Cambium Learning Group brand, is a leader in science of reading-based solutions. With a complete offering of professional learning, curriculum, and embedded assessment, Lexia helps more learners read, write, and speak with confidence. For more information, visit www.lexialearning.com.

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eSN Hero Awards Finalists: 11 inspiring educators

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Read about the three 2023 winners here. Ebert , Adam Hyman , Aaron Schwartz , Robert Palazzo , Ramaz School , Daniel Thompson , Dr. However, there were still 25 elementary schools in the district without access to Hazel’s mental health resources. Read about 10 more finalists here !) Through persistent efforts, Ms.

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A small rural town needed more Spanish-language child care. Here’s what it took

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Instead of working in her dream role as an elementary school teacher, she spent her days hauling cow organs for inspection. Then she learned about one group’s effort to expand access to high-quality child care here, specifically for families who speak little English, through free training and help navigating state licensing laws.

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The Key Role of Tech in Accessibility for All

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The key lesson all of the presenters learned is that technology related to accessibility benefits the entire school community. This is really for all learners—adults as well as students—not just for those students with disabilities,” said Dr. Carol Kelley, Superintendent of Oak Park Elementary District 97 (IL). Dr. Carol L.

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Getting Stakeholders to Back the Edtech Budget

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As Superintendent of Fort Smith (AR) Public Schools from 2017-2020, Dr. Brubaker launched the district’s Vision 2023 strategic planning initiative, working extensively with stakeholders to identify and prioritize the district’s greatest needs. Brubaker has CoSN CETL certification and a Ph.D. Join the Community.

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