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Happy Thursday! I am Iris Ellington, Virtual Instruction Consultant for the Southeast Region. This looks like a perfect afternoon snack! So excited to learn how Online Catawba is implementing blended learning to support their students! #NCRethinkEd

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Q1. What strategies would recommend for building a strong learning community in a virtual setting? #NCRethinkEd

Q2. Online Catawba in-person opportunities provide a means to meet individual needs for academic support and build a community of learners. #NCRethinkEd

Q3. Aha: Online Catawba students are connected to their base school which allows them to participate in clubs, sports, and other extra-curricular activities! #RethinkEd

Q4: Virtual academy educators often feel like they are on an island. Networking with other virtual educators is a powerful resource. #NCRethinkEd

Congratulations to Superintendent Dr. Charles Foust Charles Foust, Ed.D, who today was named to The WilmingtonBiz 100 in the Influencer category for his work leading one of the county's largest employers and raising the standards of excellence for our district. He will be featured in the

#NCRethinkEd Cohort 4 educators are raving about #HyperRubrics🚀 They provide consistency, clarity + a roadmap for students' learning journey. It fosters a growth mindset, empowering students to reflect and take charge of their progress.

Educator learning communities are a powerful tool.🔌💡 #NCRethinkEd is hosting a chat just for #NorthCarolina virtual and remote academy educators. Mark your calendars for January 25 to collaborate and share lessons learned!

Q2.🤔 Embracing the world of virtual education comes with its challenges, and for me, it's all about building that tight-knit community of learners. 🌐💡 What hurdles do you face in fostering connections in the virtual, remote, or hybrid/online learning space? #NCRethinkEd

Q2🌟 Elevate your virtual learning game! 🚀 To build a thriving community of learners, try creating interactive virtual meet-ups, collaborative projects, or even virtual coffee breaks ☕️.

Q3"🌟 My biggest wish? That every student and family feels an integral part of our school community in the virtual, remote, or hybrid/online education journey. #NCRethinkEd

Q4. "🤝 My ultimate wish for the educators is they never feel like they're on an island in the virtual, remote, or hybrid/online education world. 🏝️ Creating opportunities for collaboration with fellow remote teachers is key to success! #NCRethinkEd

Q5. 🌐 Staying connected in the virtual world? Here's my top tip: Regular check-ins with students and families, virtual coffee meet-ups with colleagues, and staying plugged into educational communities online. #NCRethinkEd

"🌐 Thank YOU for an amazing discussion! 🙌 Excited to keep the momentum going in our 'Staying Connected in Virtual Education Series.' 🚀✨ Share the link with educators who are ready to level up their virtual game. Let's inspire and learn together! 💻📚

Q2. "🌈 Let's spread some positivity! ✨ In the midst of challenging times, our kindergarten teacher turned virtual sessions into magical moments by ending each class with a joyful dance. 💃#NCRethinkEd

#NCSoutheastRegion Middle Grades Leaders were back together again today. Topics included AI, curriculum, instruction, and assessment…and so much more! Thanks Lauren Boucher, Courtney Moates, Iris Ellington & Michelle Hamm of the SE RST for your regional leadership.

Do you teach in a remote academy or in an online or in a virtual environment? Have you considered providing feedback via audio for your students? 🎙️ The benefits are expansive!