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Diversity, Equity, Inclusion (DEI)

Giving that Warm Fuzzy Feeling in the Virtual World

Wednesday, February 26, 2025
9:00 AM – 9:35 AM East Coast USA Time
Location: Skyline 5
Session Type: Table Talks

    Presenter(s)

  • Holly Branch

    Assistant Director of Virtual School
    Berkeley County Schools, WV
    Martinsburg, WV, United States

  • Terri VanderWijst (she/her/hers)

    Lead Virtual Teacher-Secondary
    Berkeley County Schools, WV
    Martinsburg, WV, United States

If you selected Cutting-Edge, what innovative ideas, approaches, or methodologies will your session introduce or explore?:

Abstract Description : Students and families choose the virtual pathway because it fits their needs, which often removes the three dimensional bonds that traditional classroom educators forge with their students. This table talk will focus on sharing strategies online programs use to develop meaningful connections with students, exploring the types of relationships virtual students want and need. Let's not forget our staff. We will bring our ideas, bring yours too!

If someone was doing a search for your session in the program what 5 words might they use to search for and find your session.: inclusivity, equity, relationships, recognition, reward

Learning Objectives:

  • At the end of this session, participants will be able to describe the non-academic needs and interests of their students and staff.
  • At the end of this session, participants will be able to list ways to help students, families, and staff feel included and valued in the virtual pathway.
  • At the end of this session, participants will be able to create network with participants to continue sharing ideas.