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Thank you for your response and for considering my suggestion for a teacher ambassador program. I understand that resources are currently allocated to other important projects. However, I believe a teacher ambassador program could be a valuable addition to Padlet's initiatives.

As an enthusiastic school librarian, I understand the challenges educators face with limited resources. Inspired by my previous experience initiating and advocating for the Flipgrid Teacher Ambassador Program, I am eager to bring my vision to Padlet. In January 2015, I proposed a similar initiative to Charlie Miller, and after two years of persistent effort, the program became a reality. Today, I am confident that Padlet is ready to embrace this transformative opportunity, and I am the right person to make it happen in just three months.

Thank you for considering this proposal. I look forward to the possibility of working together to make a lasting impact on education.

Kristina A. Holzweiss

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Benefits of a Teacher Ambassador Program:

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Benefits of a Teacher Ambassador Program:

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Increased Brand Loyalty and Awareness: Teacher ambassadors can serve as enthusiastic advocates for Padlet, increasing brand loyalty and awareness in their communities and beyond.

Grassroots Marketing: Ambassadors can share their success stories, best practices, and innovative uses of Padlet, leading to organic growth and word-of-mouth marketing.

Valuable Feedback: Ambassadors can provide direct, real-world feedback on new features, helping to refine and improve Padlet’s offerings.

Professional Development: A program can serve as a professional development opportunity for teachers, fostering a deeper connection with Padlet.

Community Building: Ambassadors can help build a stronger, more connected user community, enhancing overall user satisfaction and retention.

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Pilot Program: Start with a small, selective group of teacher ambassadors to test the waters and gather insights without significant resource investment.

Leverage Existing Platforms: Utilize platforms like social media, email newsletters, and webinars.

Reward-Based Participation: Offer non-monetary incentives such as exclusive access to new features, professional development certificates, and recognition in the Padlet community.

Utilize Volunteer Leaders: Identify and empower volunteer leaders from your enthusiastic user base to manage and coordinate ambassador activities.

Gather and Showcase Success Stories: Document and share success stories from the pilot program to demonstrate the tangible benefits and positive impact on both the ambassadors and Padlet.

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Teachers are the heart of educational innovation. A well-structured Teacher Ambassador Program can turn passionate educators into advocates, driving Padlet's growth and impact in classrooms worldwide. These ambassadors will become the voice of Padlet in their communities, sharing their success stories, providing valuable feedback, and inspiring others to integrate Padlet into their teaching practices.

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Program Framework: I will design a comprehensive program structure, outlining the selection criteria, roles, responsibilities, and benefits for Teacher Ambassadors. This framework will ensure clarity and consistency, making it easy for teachers to understand and join the initiative.

Pilot Launch: I will identify and recruit a diverse group of passionate educators to serve as the initial cohort of Teacher Ambassadors. By working closely with these pioneers, I will gather insights and refine the program based on their experiences and feedback.

Recognition and Visibility: I will ensure that Teacher Ambassadors receive the recognition they deserve. This includes highlighting their contributions on Padlet's platforms, providing them with exclusive opportunities for professional development, and fostering a sense of community among participants.

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My background as a school librarian and my successful track record with Flipgrid demonstrate my ability to envision, advocate for, and implement impactful educational programs. I am passionate about empowering educators and enhancing learning experiences through technology. With no financial commitment from Padlet, I am simply seeking the opportunity to contribute my expertise and gain recognition for designing this program.

Give me three months, and I will prove that the time is right for Padlet to establish a Teacher Ambassador Program that will elevate your platform to new heights. Together, we can create a community of educators who are not only users but also passionate advocates for Padlet's innovative solutions.

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2024 National School Library of the Year

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