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DA 100 education influencers: Leslie Fisher

The director of Fisher Technologies Inc. specializes in K12 educational technology conferences and event presentation services in addition to on-site and online professional development.

DA 100 education influencers: Gustavo Balderas

The Beaverton School District (Ore.) superintendent’s track record of increasing his students’ academic success and social-emotional growth earned him several awards, including 2020 National Superintendent of the Year.

DA 100 education influencers: Julia Freeland Fisher

Julia Freeland Fisher is the director of education at the Clayton Christensen Institute, a nonprofit, nonpartisan think tank where she leads a team of researchers to uncover the effects of disruptive innovation on education.

DA 100 education influencers: Diane Doersch

The senior director of information technology at Digital Promise, which brings together solutions across research, practice and technology to shape the future of learning and advance equitable education systems, Doersch is also the board chair of the Consortium of School Networking (CoSN).

Reimagining Advanced Learning to Increase Equity and College Readiness

Date & Time: Wednesday, December 11 at 3 p.m. ET

In this Ed Talk, San Jose USD's superintendent will discuss her district’s strategies to expose a wider range of students to advanced coursework so they can develop the confidence and skills necessary to succeed in high school, college, and their career. Also, learn about the latest AP research and best practices from a former assistant superintendent and high school principal now at the non-profit College Board.

***Attendees will receive a series of resources to help support starting or expanding their AP Program and help all their students understand the value of taking AP.

DA 100 education influencers: Aaron Huff

New National Association of Secondary School Principals President Huff is in his fifth year as principal of Benjamin Bosse High School in Evansville, Ind.

Extending Innovation Post-ESSER: The Next Era in K-12 Staffing Success

Date & Time: Monday, December 9 at 2 p.m. ET

In this special webinar from the DA Leadership Institute, an expert panel will discuss the results of a comprehensive report on how districts across the country are navigating these challenges. From reimagining staffing structures to redefining talent pipelines, this session will equip K-12 leaders with practical strategies to strengthen their workforce and retain impactful changes, even within budget constraints. 

***Attendees will be able to safely download the report, “From ESSER to Enduring Impact: Learnings in Reimagining Staffing for Student and Educator Success.”

Translating the Data: Ensuring Your Capital Planning Funds Are Cost Effective

Date & Time: Wednesday, December 4 at 2 p.m. ET

In this 30-minute DA Ed Talk, administrators will gain helpful advice on turning facilities data into actionable insights to avoid a common challenge in K-12 where districts increasingly struggle with translating data into effective capital planning decisions.

***Attendees will be able to safely download an Asset Investment Planning (AIP) Infographic and a comprehensive guide for capital planning, budgeting, and asset management.

IT Challenges: Edtech Solutions for Safety and Cybersecurity in K12

Date & Time: Thursday, November 21 at 4 p.m. ET

Join a live conversation with veteran district IT Leaders as they share their experiences navigating the complex IT landscape in K12 education. This expert panel will discuss pressing challenges like budget constraints, staffing shortages, and the evolving demands of leadership.

DA 100 education influencers: Kimberly Vaught

The former principal and current executive director of leadership development at Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools in North Carolina is considered a trusted advisor to teachers and staff who lean on her to collaborate and motivate them.

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