edWebcasts

Presented by Pamela Wimbish, Experienced Educator, Director of Special Education, Birmingham City Schools (AL)
Moderated by Evan Spellman, Former Educator, Current Product Director, Level Data

This edWeb podcast is sponsored by Level Data.

The edLeader Panel recording can be accessed here.

At the heart of every Individualized Education Plan (IEP) are educators working hard to provide the instruction, intervention, and support a student needs to thrive in school. Documentation and compliance matter, but they can’t come at the expense of the instruction and intervention that drive student outcomes. Finding the right balance between the two is one of the biggest challenges special education leaders face.

During this edWeb podcast, Pamela Wimbish, Director of Special Education for Birmingham City Schools (AL), shares how her district built sustainable systems and processes to strengthen IEP compliance and simplify documentation, freeing up more time and attention for instruction, intervention, and student growth.

You learn:

• Key steps and decision points for building systems that support both compliance and targeted intervention
• How to build staff buy-in for standardizing service tracking and progress monitoring across a district
• How to leverage technology to create sustainable practices that reduce compliance risk while keeping the focus on instruction
• How to strike a sustainable balance between compliance and instruction as a district evolves

Listeners leave this session with a practical framework for strengthening IEP documentation and tracking, closing compliance gaps, and keeping instruction and intervention at the center of the work. This edWeb podcast is of interest to PreK-12 school and district leaders, special education leaders, MTSS/RTI leaders, intervention specialists, and education technology leaders.

Learn more about viewing live edWeb presentations and on-demand recordings, earning CE certificates, and using accessibility features.

Presented by Ronald Adams, Experienced Educator, Instructional Leader, Cyber Intelligence Academy at Park Crossing High School, Montgomery Public Schools (AL); Rashad Robinson, Experienced Educator, Tech Coordinator and Cyber Teacher, Cyber Intelligence Academy at Park Crossing High School, Montgomery Public Schools (AL); and Jessica S. Tickle, Experienced Educator, Instructor, PLTW Engineering and Cybersecurity, Center for Academic Achievement, Shawnee Mission School District (KS)
Moderated by Derek Babb, Experienced Educator, Cyber Security Lecturer, University of Nebraska at Omaha

This edWeb podcast is sponsored by Project Lead The Way.

The edLeader Panel recording can be accessed here.

As cyber threats continue to impact businesses, governments, schools, and communities, cybersecurity has become essential to economic security, national security, and workforce readiness. Schools play a critical role in helping students navigate the digital world while preparing them for high-demand careers that increasingly require cybersecurity knowledge and skills.

In this edWeb podcast, educators discuss why cybersecurity education matters now more than ever and how their schools are successfully integrating cybersecurity concepts into existing courses and programs. Learn how students engage in hands-on, real-world experiences that challenge them to investigate digital threats, analyze cyber incidents, protect sensitive information, and develop critical-thinking, collaboration, and problem-solving skills. Discover practical strategies for creating meaningful cybersecurity learning opportunities that prepare students for college, careers, military service, and beyond.

Learning Objectives:

• Understand the growing importance of cybersecurity education and its connection to student opportunity, workforce readiness, economic security, and community resilience
• Explore classroom and program models that provide students with authentic, hands-on cybersecurity experiences aligned to real-world challenges and career pathways
• Identify practical strategies for integrating cybersecurity concepts, digital citizenship, and career exploration into existing courses and educational programs

This edWeb podcast is of interest to K-12 teachers, school leaders, and district leaders.

Learn more about viewing live edWeb presentations and on-demand recordings, earning CE certificates, and using accessibility features.

A conversation hosted by Lisa Schmucki, Founder and CEO of edWeb.net, with Kimberly Agnor, Executive Director of Curriculum and Instruction, Danville Public Schools (VA)

This podcast is hosted by edWeb.net.

The interview recording can be accessed here.

In an era where traditional professional development often falls short of meeting individual teacher needs, school districts are turning to personalized, flexible solutions that honor educator voice and growth. Join us for an insightful session on how one forward-thinking school district leveraged a private professional learning community (PLC) on edWeb.net to build scalable, high-impact microcredential pathways for their instructional staff.

Learn more about viewing live edWeb presentations and on-demand recordings, earning CE certificates, and using accessibility features.

Presented by Cassie Epps, Former Educator, Current Account Executive, On The Stage; and Melanie Glazer, Vocal Music Educator, Indian Valley Local Schools (OH)

This edWeb podcast is sponsored by On The Stage.

The webinar recording can be accessed here.

Today’s performing arts educators are navigating a rapidly changing school environment. Student needs and expectations have evolved, communication with families looks different than it did just a few years ago, and many programs continue to face limited time, staffing, and financial resources. Yet despite these challenges, performing arts programs remain a powerful way to foster creativity, belonging, and student growth.

Join this edWeb podcast to explore practical strategies for building resilient, sustainable performing arts programs that meet the needs of today’s students and families. You gain insight into current trends affecting arts education and learn actionable approaches to increasing student participation, strengthening community support, and adapting outreach and communication for greater engagement.

You also hear directly from experienced theatre educators who are successfully navigating these challenges in their own schools. Through real-world examples, they share lessons learned, creative solutions, and ideas you can implement in your own program.

Learning Objectives:

• Examine current trends shaping performing arts education and their impact on student engagement
• Identify practical strategies for increasing participation and building long-term program sustainability
• Explore effective approaches for communicating with students, families, and school communities
• Learn how peer educators are adapting their programs to overcome common challenges and strengthen support

Whether you’re looking to grow enrollment, increase community involvement, or future-proof your program, you leave with practical ideas, fresh perspectives, and resources you can put into action right away. This edWeb podcast is of interest to K-12 theatre educators, performing arts teachers, fine arts coordinators, curriculum leaders, and school administrators.

Learn more about viewing live edWeb presentations and on-demand recordings, earning CE certificates, and using accessibility features.

Presented by Joseph DiLucente, Superintendent, East Allegheny School District (PA); Dr. Freedom Cheteni, Editor in Chief, The Superintendent’s Journal, and Superintendent and Board Member, The VR School, Stanford University; and Tom Davis, Advisory Board Member and Consultant, Center for Educational Innovation and Classroom of the Future Foundation

This edWeb podcast is sponsored by Immersive Reality USA, GBCStories, and The VR School.

The edLeader Panel recording can be accessed here.

As immersive reality and interactive 3D learning experiences become more common in K-12 instruction, educators and school leaders are exploring where these technologies may have the greatest impact on student engagement, access, retention, and curiosity across diverse learning environments. This edWeb podcast explores how interactive 3D curricula and immersive learning environments work together to create engaging learning experiences by examining the instructional differences between traditional digital content and immersive experiences that foster a greater sense of presence.

Listeners hear from a superintendent who led an early district implementation of immersive, headset-free learning environments in both general and special education classrooms, alongside an expert in immersive learning and an education strategist who works with school districts on educational technology implementation. Together, they explore how interactive 3D curricula and immersive learning environments complement one another, what these approaches look like in practice across grade levels, and how district leaders can evaluate whether they are the right fit for their schools.

Listeners leave the session able to:

• Explain how immersive reality and 3D curricula differ from traditional video, VR headsets, and other educational technology tools, and how presence impacts learning outcomes
• Identify practical examples of immersive reality supporting general education, special education, and sensory-diverse learners
• Evaluate readiness factors, including budget, infrastructure, staff buy-in, and instructional design, before piloting immersive reality in a district or school
• Apply lessons learned from an early-adopter district to their own planning and stakeholder conversations

Listeners leave with a practical framework for evaluating the instructional impact of immersive learning initiatives, key implementation considerations for their own schools or districts, and lessons learned from an early-adopter district. This edWeb podcast is of interest to elementary through high school teachers, school leaders, district leaders, special education teachers, education technology leaders, and community college professors.

Learn more about viewing live edWeb presentations and on-demand recordings, earning CE certificates, and using accessibility features.

Presented by Steve Murley, Retired Superintendent and Managing Partner, SFM Consulting Group; and Dr. Jennifer Ferrari, Chief Executive Officer, ERDI

This edWeb podcast is presented by ERDI.

The edLeader Panel recording can be accessed here.

Today’s education leaders are navigating unprecedented complexity, requiring them to respond thoughtfully while maintaining focus on long-term priorities.

Drawing on current leadership research and real-world examples, this third edWeb podcast of Trailblazing Leadership Week explores how adaptability, strategic communication, and intentional leadership can help districts build resilient organizations that are prepared for continuous change.

This edWeb podcast is of interest to K-12 school leaders, district leaders, and education technology leaders.

This edWeb podcast is part of Trailblazing Leadership Week.

Learn more about viewing live edWeb presentations and on-demand recordings, earning CE certificates, and using accessibility features.

Presented by Bailee Perreault, BSN, Developmental Director, Diabetes Network of Arizona; Bruna Presz, School Program Director, Diabetes Network of Arizona; and Kerry Murphy, Founder and Executive Director, FOLLOWT1Ds
Moderated by Mary Cipolla, Professional Learning Manager, edWeb.net

This edWeb podcast is sponsored by Diabetes Network of Arizona.

The webinar recording can be accessed here.

This edWeb podcast equips K–12 educators and school leaders with practical knowledge to confidently support students with diabetes. The presenters highlight what diabetes management looks like from the student’s perspective and how school policies can impact safety, independence, and participation.

Learning objectives include:

• Recognize the key differences between type 1 and type 2 diabetes and how they affect students at school
• Understand Section 504 rights and accommodations for students with diabetes
• Explore how cell phone bans and school technology policies intersect with diabetes management and access to glucose data
• Understand the role of CGMs, insulin pumps, smartphones, and other diabetes technology in the classroom
• Learn how to incorporate diabetes care into lockdown and emergency plans
• Review updated hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) terminology and treatment guidance

Through real-world examples and student perspectives, listeners gain practical strategies to create a school environment that promotes safety, inclusion, independence, and equitable access to education for students with diabetes. This edWeb podcast is of interest to K-12 teachers, school leaders, and district leaders.

Learn more about viewing live edWeb presentations and on-demand recordings, earning CE certificates, and using accessibility features.

Presented by Dr. Jared Bloom, Superintendent, Franklin Square Union Free School District (NY); Shaylia McRae, Deputy Superintendent, Academics and Transformation, Hillsborough County Public Schools (FL); Dr. Debbie Durrence, Interim Chief Accountability Officer, Gwinnett County Public Schools (GA); and Dan Bridges, Superintendent, Naperville Community Unit School District 203 (IL)
Moderated by Dr. Jennifer Ferrari, Chief Executive Officer, ERDI; and Jeff McCoy, Chief Education Officer, ERDI

This edWeb podcast is presented by ERDI.

The edLeader Panel recording can be accessed here.

Artificial intelligence is quickly moving from exploration to implementation in school systems across the country.

In this second edWeb podast of Trailblazing Leadership Week, you hear directly from district leaders who are putting AI into practice as they share lessons learned, successful use cases, and the leadership decisions helping them build thoughtful, sustainable approaches that support educators and improve outcomes for students.

This edWeb podcast is of interest to K-12 school leaders, district leaders, and education technology leaders.

This edWeb podcast is part of Trailblazing Leadership Week.

Learn more about viewing live edWeb presentations and on-demand recordings, earning CE certificates, and using accessibility features.

Presented by Jeff McCoy, Chief Education Officer, ERDI; and Dr. Jennifer Ferrari, Chief Executive Officer, ERDI

This edWeb podcast is presented by ERDI.

The edLeader Panel recording can be accessed here.

As technology becomes increasingly woven into teaching and learning, district leaders are moving beyond conversations about how much time students spend on screens and focusing on how that time is used.

This first edWeb podcast of Trailblazing Leadership Week explores emerging research, leadership perspectives, and practical strategies for creating meaningful, balanced digital learning experiences that support engagement, well-being, and student success.

This edWeb podcast  is of interest to K-12 school leaders, district leaders, and education technology leaders.

This edWeb podcast is part of Trailblazing Leadership Week.

Learn more about viewing live edWeb presentations and on-demand recordings, earning CE certificates, and using accessibility features.

Presented by Dr. Terra Greenwell, Senior K-12 Advisor and Former Chief Academic Officer; Dr. Glenda Sheffield, Superintendent, Hampton County School District (SC); and Dr. Deann Collins, Chief of Staff, Prince George’s County Public Schools (PGCPS) and Former Maryland Deputy State Superintendent
Moderated by Dr. Donna Wright, Retired School Superintendent/Education Consultant

This edWeb podcast is sponsored by Really Great Reading.

The edLeader Panel recording can be accessed here.

Strong literacy outcomes are not sustained by instructional materials alone. Districts need literacy systems that can withstand real-world change, including teacher turnover, leadership transitions, shifting priorities, and the ongoing need to support new and experienced educators.

Join district leaders and literacy experts for an edWeb podcast discussion on how districts can build durable literacy systems that maintain momentum over time. Panelists explore how strong implementation plans, professional learning models, instructional leadership practices, onboarding systems, and purposeful technology can help districts protect consistency across schools and classrooms.

Listeners learn how successful districts support educators, reduce implementation fatigue, and create the conditions for long-term student success, including for older struggling readers who need consistent, effective literacy intervention.

This edWeb podcastis of interest to elementary through high school teachers, school leaders, district leaders, and education technology leaders.

Learn more about viewing live edWeb presentations and on-demand recordings, earning CE certificates, and using accessibility features.