Christensen Institute’s Blended Learning Universe is a website dedicated to helping classroom, school, and district practitioners. It includes: Seven models that range from “Station Rotation” to “Enriched Virtual.” Design help for developing blended learning approaches and strategies for implementation.
Family Engagement Resources in Spanish
Research-backed and culturally relevant materials including a Webinar: Distance Learning with Common Sense: Equitable Distance Learning for English Learners
Virtual Coffee Hour
A toolkit for educators that helps them share resources about Google’s technology with families and guardians.
Understood Resources
Resources to help staff learn how to make sure families of color are heard by the school • Article: Why Families of Color May Feel Uncomfortable Communicating with Teachers (Afrika Afeni Mills, MEd) • Video: Tips for better parent-teacher communication (Afrika Afeni Mills, MEd) • Advice: Perspectives: How to Make Sure Black and Brown Families …
Second Step
A SEL web-based program for middle school – focuses on the growth mindset and can be integrated into homeroom, advisory or elsewhere.
District Administration
A webpage that maintains an updated list of free K-12 resources during the coronavirus pandemic, primarily focused on curriculum and instruction.
Virtual Learning Leadership Alliance
Virtual Arkansas Public Teacher Gateway, which includes support for administrators.
Always Ready for Learning Coaching Network
This is a way for K-12 school district leaders to get FREE urgent and customized guidance. A coalition of leading education experts who work with district leaders to quickly determine concrete next steps and connect them with the tools they need to take action.
COVID-19 Educator Help Desk
COVID-19 is posing unprecedented challenges to schools around the globe. In this community, educators are coming together to help meet those challenges. Ask questions, get advice, and learn what other educators are doing around the world on this free online community.
Professional Development Vision, Mission, and Commitments
A sample PD vision statement that emphasizes continuous professional growth.