Educator Enrichment Express

Tuesday, March 4, 2025

Issue 8

Visit us at rvaconnect.org

This Educator Enrichment Express newsletter is your regular dose of tips, insights, and inspiration on the latest trends and timeless practices in education.  

 

From AI for educators to social-emotional learning to educator well-being and so much more, we bring you practical strategies and fresh perspectives to enhance your educator journey.

There are still a few sessions left!  Join us for one or both of these free, virtual professional development offerings this month.

 

Restorative Practices Training

Transform Your Classroom and School Culture: 5-Week Restorative Practices Series

 

Looking to build stronger classroom communities and reduce disciplinary issues? Join our dynamic 5-week professional development series on Restorative Practices – the evidence-based approach that's revolutionizing school climate and student relationships.

 

These trainings are being offered from 3:30-4:15 PM on the following Wednesdays: 3/12, 3/26.  The trainings will be concise and action-packed 45-minute sessions designed to fit your busy schedule.

 

What you'll gain:

Practical strategies to reduce behavioral incidents and increase instructional time

Tools to build authentic relationships and foster student accountability

Methods to address conflicts before they escalate

Skills to empower students as leaders in peer resolution

Perfect for: K-12 teachers, administrators, counselors, and support staff seeking effective alternatives to traditional discipline.  This training is being offered to educators who attended our 2024 Restorative Practices Training, in addition to educators who did not!

 

This five part series started January 29th, and had sessions 2/12 & 2/26, but please join us for the remaining two sessions!

Building Teacher Resilience Training

Turn teaching challenges into opportunities for growth in this dynamic three-part series. Through interactive sessions and collaboration, you'll develop practical strategies to manage stress, maintain work-life balance, and sustain your passion for education. Join fellow educators in building a personalized toolkit of evidence-based techniques you can implement immediately in your classroom. Whether you're new to teaching or a veteran educator, invest in your professional well-being and discover how to not just survive, but thrive.

This three-part series to professional wellness started January 30th and also met 2/18, but please join us for the last session - 3/18.

If you are unable to attend either of these trainings but are interested in having them at your school or in your district, please fill out the PD Inquiry form below and we can bring them to you either in person or virtually!

Snorkl supports conceptual mastery–providing instant AI feedback on recorded explanations.

 

Here is how Snorkl works:

*Empower Student Explanations

Develop thinking and reasoning skills by giving students the tools to record their voice and visually represent their thinking on a simple whiteboard.

 

*Personalized, Specific Student Feedback

Students receive on-the-spot feedback on their explanations from generative AI - celebrating their unique approach and prompting them to think deeper.

 

*Profound AI-Powered insights for teachers

AI analytics give teachers the tools to effortlessly monitor class progress, understand each student's thinking, and determine instructional next steps.

 

Dive into student learning today!

As the school year winds down, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed, exhausted, and stretched thin.  That’s why we’re inviting you to join the Take 10 for the Last 10 journey — designed to help you finish the year feeling more balanced, resilient, and fulfilled.  Each week, we’ll explore one of Brené Brown’s 10 guideposts for wholehearted living, with simple and meaningful suggestions that fit your busy schedule.  You’ll reflect on your personal and professional wellbeing, engage in self-care, and connect with colleagues for support and encouragement.

Take 10 for the Last 10 runs March 17th - May 23rd.

It's already time to start thinking about Summer School... Can you believe it?!  Here is information for each of the three options offered:

 

RVA Live Courses

-Mandatory attendance 

-Summer school 2025 catalog will be updated in early February 

-Most commonly used for credit advancement as these courses are VERY intensive

Cost: $150 per course

 

Independent Options
Districts may use our independent solutions and locally oversee them throughout the summer months: 

-Odysseyware 

-Edmentum 

-Buzz

Cost: Regular yearly rates apply

 

Asynchronous Summer School
RVA does not offer oversight for independent courses throughout the summer. However, WEN does offer some oversight for but they are more limited.

Cost: Regular yearly rates apply

 

Any questions, please contact Ashley Anderson (ashley.anderson@ruralvirtual.org)

 

Please reach out at any time!

cassandra.kulibert@ruralvirtual.org

888-801-2666 ext. 8883