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A colleague recently reminded me, “Everyone takes everything way too seriously.” As educators, we sometimes face all the challenges and experiences at once. Let’s say the quiet part out loud: THIS WORK IS MENTALLY AND PHYSICALLY EXHAUSTING. At times, I’ve felt completely alone, wondering where to turn or when I’d see the light at the end of the hallway.We all come from different backgrounds—where we grew up, where we went to school, and how we teach. Yet, we are all Connected in Learning, Connected in teaching, and Connected as educators. Together, we are never truly alone.Let’s change the narrative and start a positivity train, one comment at a time. November is a time for gratitude and Connection—with our loved ones and with each other.Take 5 minutes to fill out one of our two forms and simply answer one or both of our monthly questions: What does Connected Learning mean to you?Who are you thankful for or who has made an impact on your educational journey?
We will share these answers through our newsletters and social media. Help us, help others in feeling the positivity amongst a time when burn out is so high.
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Join us for our first virtual Book Club meeting on Thursday, November 12th at 7:00pm.
We are excited to launch with the review and discussion of Digital Leadership: Changing Paradigms for Changing Times by Eric C. Sheninger.
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Just as the digital landscape is constantly evolving, the second edition of Digital Leadership moves past trends and fads to focus on the essence of leading innovative change in education now and in the future. As society and technology evolve at what seems a dizzying pace, the demands on leaders are changing as well. With a greater emphasis on leadership dispositions, this revamped edition also features:*New structure and organization emphasizing the interconnectivity of the Pillars of Digital Leadership to drive sustainable change*Innovative strategies and leadership practices that enhance school culture and drive learning improvement*Updated vignettes from digital leaders who have successfully implemented the included strategies*New online resources, informative graphics, and end of chapter guiding questions
Now is the time to embrace innovation, technology, and flexibility to create a learning culture that provides students with 21st century critical competencies! |
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Can You Predict the first snow day?Pick Your Date. Predict the Powder. Win 50% of the Day’s Pot!Think you can pinpoint the exact day St. Louis County schools will call a snow day? Pick a day for $5 and stay tuned. Pick as many days and dates as you want!Each calendar pick adds to the total pool. If an official Snow Day is called in St. Louis County, of our designated districts, on your chosen date, a winner will take home 50% of all ticket sales collected.How to Play: Select your target date from the dropdown menu below and add to cart.Double Down: Buy multiple dates to expand your chances across the winter season!100% Impact: If your date gets zero snow, 100% of your ticket purchase goes directly as a donation to Connected Learning (501c3) to support local educators and classrooms across St. Louis.
Note: All ticket sales close permanently at 11:59 PM CST on December 1st. Entries are limited to Missouri residents 18+. |
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Get Ready to Rock Out and Give Back!Join us for a night of fun, music, and philanthropy at our Music Bingo Fundraiser! 🎉What's Music Bingo?It's a unique twist on the classic game of bingo, where instead of numbers, you'll be listening to song snippets. The first person to identify the songs and mark their bingo card wins!Why You Should Come:Fun for All Ages: Whether you're a music buff or just looking for a good time, this event is for everyone.Support a Great Cause: Proceeds from this event will benefit Connected Learning, a 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to providing resources and opportunities to collaborate in order to improve learning and teaching.Exciting Prizes: Win fun and silly prizesFundraising Opportunities: 50/50, Heads/Tails, and more!
Mark Your Calendars:Date: 2/6/27Time: Doors 5:30, Event Starts at 6pmLocation: 808 N Mason Rd, Creve Coeur, MO 63141Let's make a difference together, one song at a time! 🎶 |
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Ignite your teaching. Connect with innovators. Transform your classroom.Join us for a high-energy day of professional learning designed by educators, for educators. Whether you are a classroom teacher, an administrator, or an EdTech leader, this is your opportunity to explore the latest Google for Education strategies and collaborate with a vibrant community of peers from across the St. Louis region and beyond.Powered By Missouri’s Google Educators GroupEvent DetailsWhen: Saturday, March 6, 2027 | 8:00 AM – 3:00 PMWhere: Ladue High School 1201 S Warson Rd. St. Louis, MO 63124Registration: $80 per person (includes lunch, and snacks)Call for Proposals: Share Your Expertise!We are now accepting proposals for presentations! If you have a workflow, tool, or strategy that makes a difference in the classroom, we want to hear from you.Presenters get in for FREE: Enjoy complimentary registration for the full day.Inspire Others: Join a network of Google Certified Innovators and Trainers.Submit Your Idea:TENTATIVE SCHEDULE8:30 - 9:00 Registration and breakfast9:00 - 9:15 Kickoff9:15 - 10:00 Keynote10:10 - 11:00 Breakout Session 111:10 - 12:00 Breakout Session 212:00 - 12:30 Lunch12:40 - 1:30 Breakout Session 31:40 - 2:00 Prizes, Smackdown, Closing |
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Ignite your teaching. Connect with innovators. Transform your classroom.Join us for a high-energy day of professional learning designed by educators, for educators. Whether you are a classroom teacher, an administrator, or an EdTech leader, this is your opportunity to explore the latest Google for Education strategies and collaborate with a vibrant community of peers from across the St. Louis region and beyond.Powered By Missouri’s Google Educators GroupEvent DetailsWhen: Saturday, March 6, 2027 | 8:00 AM – 3:00 PMWhere: Ladue High School 1201 S Warson Rd. St. Louis, MO 63124Registration: $80 per person (includes lunch, and snacks)Call for Proposals: Share Your Expertise!We are now accepting proposals for presentations! If you have a workflow, tool, or strategy that makes a difference in the classroom, we want to hear from you.Presenters get in for FREE: Enjoy complimentary registration for the full day.Inspire Others: Join a network of Google Certified Innovators and Trainers.Submit Your Idea:TENTATIVE SCHEDULE8:30 - 9:00 Registration and breakfast9:00 - 9:15 Kickoff9:15 - 10:00 Keynote10:10 - 11:00 Breakout Session 111:10 - 12:00 Breakout Session 212:00 - 12:30 Lunch12:40 - 1:30 Breakout Session 31:40 - 2:00 Prizes, Smackdown, Closing |
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