Episode #2 | 38 mins
Al in Action: Preparing Students for Life Beyond School
Rachel Yurk, Chief Information & Technology Officer from Pewaukee School District, shares how schools can bring AI to life, helping students develop critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and abilities that translate beyond school walls.
In this episode, you'll learn:
- Clear strategies to help school staff lead effectively in the AI era.
- Practical ways to integrate AI into student learning.
- The essential role of data in measuring impact and driving improvement.
Engaging Parents with Quick, Effective Online Resources
Engaging Parents with Quick, Effective Online Resources
Doug Pitts, Deputy Headteacher at Orrell Newfold Community Primary School, shares practical strategies to make digital safety a top priority for parents and schools.
In this episode, you'll learn:
- How to help parents prioritise digital safety with the right online resources.
- Ways to keep staff up to date with digital technology through effective CPD.
- How integrating small, regular lessons on digital safety creates long-term success.
How Bubble Tea and Horrible Parent Badges Helped One School Improve Digital Safety
What are Bubble Tea and "Horrible Parent" badges and what do they have to do with digital safety? More than you might think. Nicole Pleysier and Andy Yu from Rehoboth Christian College are flipping the script on digital safety, using humour, data, and creative engagement to bring their entire school community—students, parents, and staff—on board with their focus on online safety.
Join us as we dive into:
- How Nicole and Andy used the surprising power of humour and incentives in getting students and parents engaged.
- Why cutting through common assumptions helps address the real issues in student digital safety.
- What types of data can reveal the invisible efforts parents are making to support their kids online.
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