2.B Connected Learner

School or District

I work at a unique school that offers free accelerated program for earning a core 40 Indiana High School Diploma to students that weren't successful in a mainstream school setting. We provide a unique opportunity for people 16+ to complete a full course work toward achieving their graduation. 
 Our students come from different walks of life and backgrounds. We have students that are fresh from high school to grandparents that want to get their diploma to show their grandkids the importance of education. Every student receives an individualized path toward their goal and get a full support of our teachers, coaches and other staff members. Every teacher, coach and special support personnel work together as a team to help our students every step of the way. The support comes in different ways: academic, social, emotional as well as barrier removal actions such as help to obtain a vehicle or secure a job or help to pay for transportation as well as support for young mothers and students in crisis. We are a dedicated team of professionals that work close with our students to provide every opportunity for success. Our graduation rates are not as high as a traditional school’s but we are up against much more tough obstacles and take pride in very one of our graduates!   
#ExcelCenter
 We even find the time to be silly. 
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National Organization

I follow the ISTE  @iste   #ISTE20 #ISTELive
ISTE attracted me by having a wealth of resources on digital learning and teaching. I would love to learn about leading digital practices in education. 
As a math teacher I follow   NCTM - MT
@MT_at_NCTM
Mathematics Teacher--an NCTM journal for grades 8-14 math--includes activities, strategies, an exchange of math ideas, and linking math ed research to practice.
I've been a member of NCTM for many years, but did not think about following them on twitter. It turns our they are very active in posting really cool activities!
When I have some down time, or I am feelling down I follow   Bored Teachers    @Bored_Teachers
to have some pick me up time!

Teacher I follow

Holly Clark
The Infused Classroom
@HollyClarkEdu

She is rocking a bunch of very informative practical posts on how to integrate technology into your lessons!
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