Web Seminars - DA Ed Talks - Podcasts

The Future of Assessment Leveraging Artificial Intelligence

Date & Time: Wednesday, April 17th at 4 pm ET

In the rapidly evolving world of education, where innovation is the key to staying ahead, AI-powered tools for education are emerging as transformative forces. One area witnessing a revolutionary change is assessments. As traditional assessment methods face challenges adapting to the digital age's demands, Artificial Intelligence (AI) redefines how we evaluate learning outcomes.

Trends in School Security: 5 Steps to Prepare for and Prevent a Crisis

Date & Time: Wednesday, April 24th at 2 pm ET

In this 20-minute DA Ed Talk, a school security expert will outline effective strategies to bolster school safety, using a 5-step approach that will help district leaders prepare for and prevent a future crisis. 

Revolutionizing K-12 Procurement

Date & Time: Tuesday, April 16th at 2 pm ET

Attend this 20-minute DA Ed Talk to learn some practical ways to use new technology tools to simplify common K-12 procurement processes, increase visibility, and improve efficiency to save your school district both time and money. 

Engaging Students and Teachers with the Power of Hands-On Playful Learning

Date & Time: Wednesday, April 10th at 2 pm ET

In this 20-minute DA Ed Talk, the Head of Education Impact from LEGO Education® and School Coordinator at El Dorado Avenue Elementary, LA USD will outline some practical ways that school and district leaders can foster learning through hands-on purposeful play to break the cycle of disengagement, reenergize teachers, boost student engagement, and teach future-ready skills.

[PODCAST] Assessing your MTSS Implementation for Effectiveness and Equity

Date & Time: Monday, April 3 at 12pm ET

In this podcast, a panel of MTSS experts will discuss how to assess your school or district’s MTSS implementation to maximize effectiveness and ensure equity for all students.

‘Talking Out of School’ podcast: Here comes the 100 Superintendent March

In this episode, three superintendents describe how they will "represent marginalized communities as well as all communities across the U.S." when they make their voices heard at the White House and in Congress next week.

3 Essential Elements for Successful Out-of-School Time Programs

Date & Time: Thursday, April 11th at 2 pm ET

In this 20-minute DA Ed Talk, an Out-of-school time (OST) programs expert and former assistant superintendent will outline the three elements essential to their success, and some practical ways to ensure that OST programs become vital community resources that promote both personal and academic growth for students in any district. 

3 Ways to Improve Administrative Efficiency in Any District

Date & Time: Thursday, April 4th at 2 pm ET

In this DA webinar, a former director of technology from the Chicopee Public Schools will outline 3 simple strategies to improve administrative efficiency through digital processes that reduce costs, accelerate workflows, and eliminate tedious paperwork, sharing practical examples and results from his experience leading efficiency initiatives as a district leader. 

Closing Learning Gaps with High-Dosage Tutoring

Date & Time: Wednesday, April 3rd at 2 pm ET

In this 20-minute DA Ed Talk, the superintendent of the Pulaski County Public Schools (Va.) will discuss his district’s initiative to use high-dosage tutoring - an intervention method proven to quickly close learning gaps by specifically targeting each student's specific needs and learning style - as an extension of classroom instruction, and how it is providing personalized support, complementing the work of teachers, and increasing learning outcomes. 

‘Talking Out of School’ podcast: ‘The most complicated budget year ever’

Superintendents and school boards are solidifying their spending plans as ESSER expires and other financial pressures mount, says Marguerite Roza, director of the Edunomics Lab at Georgetown University.