https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93 What is your "why"? en-us 2021-11-11 20:56:23 UTC 2021-12-03 16:35:52 UTC hello@padlet.com robertsormani https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927677774 Virtual schooling can solve some problems of practice in schools. ]]> 2021-12-03 16:08:58 UTC https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927677774 robertsormani https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927680055 Students that needed a flexible schedule or flexibility in location in order to access programs (i.e. Olympic Gymnists or Welding Students)]]> 2021-12-03 16:10:09 UTC https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927680055 robertsormani https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927681617 Family's of our olympic gymnasts have told me they struggle with managing school and work out schedules.]]> 2021-12-03 16:10:49 UTC https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927681617 robertsormani https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927683108 Hippos have no fear of failure.

]]> 2021-12-03 16:11:33 UTC https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927683108 https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927683294 Today's students do not need the brick and mortal. Some need the flexible based on learning style, home situations, or even disabilities/illnesses

]]> 2021-12-03 16:11:38 UTC https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927683294 https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927683572 Virtual learning is part of a larger strategy of meeting the educational needs of all students. (SSAISD)]]> 2021-12-03 16:11:46 UTC https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927683572 https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927683674 Virtual schooling broadens equitable access for quality learning opportunities for students who traditional schools don't work for.]]> 2021-12-03 16:11:49 UTC https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927683674 https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927684074 2021-12-03 16:11:58 UTC https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927684074 meghakansratea https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927685124 As a longtime provider of virtual learning (10+ years), we want to think about what our students need NOW. This is different from the prior ideas / models of virtual learning.]]> 2021-12-03 16:12:25 UTC https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927685124 https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927685417 2021-12-03 16:12:34 UTC https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927685417 https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927687106 We are in a virtual world and we need to prepare our students to function in a virtual world.

]]> 2021-12-03 16:13:18 UTC https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927687106 https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927688106 We need to provide more access and opportunity to students through multiple avenues - or families will seek those pathways in other districts (SSAISD)]]> 2021-12-03 16:13:49 UTC https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927688106 https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927689164 Fear and flexibility. (SSAISD)]]> 2021-12-03 16:14:20 UTC https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927689164 https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927689745 Academic needs and learning gaps; Students' need for safety and our obligation/priority to educate them.

]]> 2021-12-03 16:14:36 UTC https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927689745 https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927690150 The unwavering belief that "there is no spoon." (SSAISD)]]> 2021-12-03 16:14:47 UTC https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927690150 https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927690352 Every decision we make will be in the best interest of students.]]> 2021-12-03 16:14:53 UTC https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927690352 https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927690864 Some parents want the flexibility during the week. I spoke to pastors wife and asked why they home schooled. It was for the flexibility. Virtual can provide ISD students with this opportunity to meet parents where they are.]]> 2021-12-03 16:15:08 UTC https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927690864 https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927690976 There is a great opportunity in virtual learning in that it can help us better meet the needs of all students. 

]]> 2021-12-03 16:15:12 UTC https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927690976 https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927691072 Many students thrived in a virtual setting.  Virtual learning meets the needs of many students.]]> 2021-12-03 16:15:15 UTC https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927691072 https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927693076 Their fear of sending their children to school. We provide opportunities for choice.]]> 2021-12-03 16:16:13 UTC https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927693076 https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927693174 Our vision is to be innovative educators who foster an inviting, positive, rigorous learning environment through student engagement, professional learning and collaboration with all members of the school community. ]]> 2021-12-03 16:16:15 UTC https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927693174 meghakansratea https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927693836 We understand that there are students who learn more effectively in virtual environments, and we want to intentionally improve virtual learning for these students]]> 2021-12-03 16:16:36 UTC https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927693836 https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927695193 Our community has many families that attend schools outside of our district because of their desire for a flexible program.  These include elite athletes, students with high anxiety, and families that travel for work.  We are hopeful to offer this and bring students back to FISD.
  ]]> 2021-12-03 16:17:16 UTC https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927695193 robertsormani https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927696263 Our decisions were based on student decisions.  However, this could allow us to access more staff to handle staffing shortages.

]]> 2021-12-03 16:17:46 UTC https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927696263 https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927696280 lower the drop-out rate, keep education accessible for those with specific needs, provide more opportunities for advanced students who might not have access to programs otherwise]]> 2021-12-03 16:17:46 UTC https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927696280 https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927697213 The need to build capacity and opportunity for staff who needed a more flexible working environment. (SSAISD)]]> 2021-12-03 16:18:12 UTC https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927697213 https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927697956 Flexible learning paths]]> 2021-12-03 16:18:32 UTC https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927697956 https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927699396 allowing parents the flexibility to have choices that will best meet their individual family needs]]> 2021-12-03 16:19:13 UTC https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927699396 https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927699693 We believe that families and students desire choice in their educational setting. Based on the growing commercial virtual school and private school industry, we believe public schools must pivot to meet changing needs.]]> 2021-12-03 16:19:20 UTC https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927699693 https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927700413 Learning can occur anytime, anywhere and we want to allow students that prefer this option the ability to place learning at the time and place that works best for their success.]]> 2021-12-03 16:19:41 UTC https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927700413 https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927700939 Every decision we make revolves around what is best for students!

]]> 2021-12-03 16:19:56 UTC https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927700939 https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927702038 Flexibility, Innovation & Accessibility for any students - Virtual Learning can be an engaging, collaborative and rigorous experience for students]]> 2021-12-03 16:20:20 UTC https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927702038 https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927703743 2021-12-03 16:21:03 UTC https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927703743 https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927703944 We are not scared of change!]]> 2021-12-03 16:21:09 UTC https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927703944 https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927704646 flexibility/choice, teachers can focus specifically on on-site or online without being responsible for both at the same time ]]> 2021-12-03 16:21:29 UTC https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927704646 meghakansratea https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927704756 This virtual program is a response to what are our families are demanding]]> 2021-12-03 16:21:33 UTC https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927704756 https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927704901 Provide the support and build efficacy to our virtual learning staff.]]> 2021-12-03 16:21:38 UTC https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927704901 https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927709231 An intentional commitment to develop instructional models that are personalized to meet the needs of each learner.]]> 2021-12-03 16:23:40 UTC https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927709231 https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927710076 Teamwork, connections across departments, commitment/dedication to district vision]]> 2021-12-03 16:24:04 UTC https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927710076 https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927710835 As a charter school we are accustomed to offering choice and flexibility for our stakeholders, and we have the mission to be a model. We also learned many lessons from the 2020-2021 school year. ]]> 2021-12-03 16:24:27 UTC https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927710835 https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927711354 2021-12-03 16:24:42 UTC https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927711354 https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927711891 Flexibility in scheduling, less peer pressure allowed students to focus]]> 2021-12-03 16:24:51 UTC https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927711891 https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927712068 Midway ISD's core values are Innovation, Commitment, and Excellence. Virtual Learning is an opportunity for our district to embrace a "new" learning environment where we continue to offer students in our district a high-quality learning experience.]]> 2021-12-03 16:24:55 UTC https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927712068 https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927712261 We are willing to try new things, fail, & pivot! ]]> 2021-12-03 16:25:01 UTC https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927712261 https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927712780 We control the variables for educational excellence through any means/avenue.]]> 2021-12-03 16:25:15 UTC https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927712780 https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927714261 We will do what we always do--keep the students at the forefront of every decision and ensure they are growing in all ways--academically, socially, emotionally, and behaviorally. ]]> 2021-12-03 16:25:58 UTC https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927714261 https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927718889 Whether influenced by concern for social emotional well-being, fear of health concerns, progressive plan future endeavors/careers, or preference in learning setting, student needs drive our decision for virtual learning.]]> 2021-12-03 16:28:17 UTC https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927718889 https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927720979 Our mission is to know every student by name and need. This will keep us anchored.]]> 2021-12-03 16:29:22 UTC https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927720979 https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927727484 Virtual schools allows us to be responsive to students and parent needs, provides students with an additional pathway to academic success and enhances attainment of Arlington ISD one goal for students. ]]> 2021-12-03 16:32:47 UTC https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927727484 https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927727709 Families need virtual options for a variety of reasons that expand past COVID concerns. These include complicated work schedules, or students with exceptional needs.]]> 2021-12-03 16:32:54 UTC https://padlet.com/andrea_goetchius/2t2dxl9jofw6rx93/wish/1927727709