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Your time is valuable, and you're juggling many responsibilities! Our goal is to make your life easier, so this year we are committed to keeping our partner update emails brief. We will provide you with additional resources if you wish to dig deeper into the topics covered, but we want it to be easy for you to scan these emails and quickly find what you need.
Prefer to get your update in video format?
Click the video below to see updates from the District Connect team!
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Save these links, or download and print these files! These guides will help you get started and perform many tasks in Genius, Buzz, Odysseyware, or Edmentum.
Teacher User Guide
Coach User Guide
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Youth Leadership Summit in October and November
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Youth Leadership Summit is our first event touring the state this fall. Some dates are full, below is a list of dates we still have availability!
Minocqua
High School - October 22
Wisconsin Dells
Middle School - October 28
High School - October 29
Register a team for the Youth Leadership Summit.
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Ready to level up? Get in the game with WiRED, RVA's new eSports league! WiRED is offering SMASH and Rocket League at the middle and high school level! WiRED matches will focus on fun competition, fair play, and building skills for the future.
The SMASH league kicks off this week, but we will accept late teams. Don't miss your chance to get your squad registered. Act fast and get your team signed up ASAP.
The best part? It's completely free to participate!
Reach out with any questions or check out our WiRED page for more information.
Learn more about the WiRED eSports League.
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Cosmic Connections is an exciting new educational experience that brings the wonders of astronomy directly to your school. Our state-of-the-art traveling planetarium will immerse students of all ages in the mysteries of the universe, sparking curiosity and expanding their understanding of space science. Each session offers an engaging opportunity for students to explore celestial bodies, constellations, and the latest discoveries in astronomy.
Now booking dates for the spring semester. Learn more about this offering!
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Free In-Person Professional Development
Friday October 3rd, 2025
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Join us for an interactive half-day training where we’ll explore how AI can transform lesson planning, assessment, and student engagement. We’ll also dive into using AI with students and the ethical considerations every educator should know. This session will be hands-on, practical, and tailored for educators. No prior AI knowledge is needed—just an open mind and a willingness to learn!
Learn More and Register
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Virtual PD Opportunities Starting Soon
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RVA Consortium
Educator Spotlight
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We know incredible teaching is happening in every district—and we want to celebrate it! Each month, the RVA District Connect Team will spotlight an outstanding educator from one of our partner districts. These spotlights will showcase the incredible innovation, passion, and dedication happening in classrooms across our districts.
This year’s theme is Epic Learning. Nominate an educator who:
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- Creates meaningful, authentic learning experiences
- Inspires students and colleagues
- Brings innovation, joy, and passion to the classroom
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We would love for you to help us shine a light on these amazing educators. If you know a teacher or staff member in your district who deserves to be celebrated, please take a moment to submit a nomination using the link below:
Submit Nominations
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Last Call for Fall Check-In Partner Meetings
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