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Newsletter October 2009
When we sent out our newsletter last month, we had not yet launched our classes. We thought that our theory was strong and our courses would be rich learning experiences, but we still had yet to see...
Hi Brad,
I am very much interested in hearing more about the Online School for Girls. I am sorry that I missed the Septmeber workshops. Is there any way I can "catch up?" This is truly excting.
Lynn
Thanks so much for you kind words, Marilyn. Happy to add you to our mailing lists, if you want more information. And, feel free to signup for some of our webinars.
- Brad
Brad, I am impressed with what is going on with Online School for Girls. I have been teaching for 32 years in an independent school in NC. We are laptop school grades in 6-12. Our lower school is very much into computers as well. This sounds excit...
Online School for Girls
Newsletter September 2009
Connection. It is something that girls’ schools have always done well. We make sure that girls feel that they are a part of our community; they know that their teachers are connected to them and c...
As the School year gets closer and closer, we are counting down the moments until we throw open our digital schoolhouse doors for the first time. As you can imagine, with all of the preparation necessary, it has been a busy summer for the Online S...
Brad --
Yes. Understood. Also CTY doesn't aim to create a full fledged-school experience.
Your pedagogical goals are fascinating. Will look forward to learning more. Thank you!
--Lisa
Comment Wall (3 comments)
- At 4:57pm on April 10, 2009,
Laurie Bartels said… - HI Brad,
Thanks for joining the AIMS Group on this Ning!
Cheers, Laurie
- At 8:12am on July 19, 2008,
Mrs. Archer said… - Hi, Brad. Remember me? (Like an annoying gnat - I keep buzzing around your ear...) I'm teaching third grade at Grace Episcopal School next year and was wondering if maybe Holten Arms third graders might be interested in online friendships.
Allison
- At 8:41pm on December 11, 2007,
Lisa Sjogren said… - Hi Brad!
I just wanted to welcome you to the Administration group. I am looking forward to seeing what this Ning has to offer.
--Lisa
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Online School for Girls Newsletter October 2009
Online School for Girls
Newsletter October 2009
When we sent out our newsletter last month, we had not yet launched our classes. We thought that our theory was strong and our courses would be rich learning experiences, but we still had yet to see the program in action.
Now, just a month into our alpha testing courses, we are starting to see the results. Our students are responding positively and learning a lot. And, we know that our very different approach to online education has merit. A month… Continue
Newsletter October 2009
When we sent out our newsletter last month, we had not yet launched our classes. We thought that our theory was strong and our courses would be rich learning experiences, but we still had yet to see the program in action.
Now, just a month into our alpha testing courses, we are starting to see the results. Our students are responding positively and learning a lot. And, we know that our very different approach to online education has merit. A month… Continue
Posted on October 13, 2009 at 8:58am —
Online School for Girls Newsletter September 2009
Online School for Girls
Newsletter September 2009
Connection. It is something that girls’ schools have always done well. We make sure that girls feel that they are a part of our community; they know that their teachers are connected to them and care for them greatly; they connect to each other in meaningful ways; they stay connected to each other long after they leave our campuses; and (increasingly) they connect to their communities and the world at-large.
In a digital world, connection can s… Continue
Newsletter September 2009
Connection. It is something that girls’ schools have always done well. We make sure that girls feel that they are a part of our community; they know that their teachers are connected to them and care for them greatly; they connect to each other in meaningful ways; they stay connected to each other long after they leave our campuses; and (increasingly) they connect to their communities and the world at-large.
In a digital world, connection can s… Continue
Posted on September 4, 2009 at 9:30am — 3 Comments
Online School for Girls-- Updates for August 2009
As the School year gets closer and closer, we are counting down the moments until we throw open our digital schoolhouse doors for the first time. As you can imagine, with all of the preparation necessary, it has been a busy summer for the Online School for Girls: teachers are preparing their courses; technology is up and working beautifully; and girls are enrolling in the fall courses. Today, we are sending along a few updates about the Online School for Girls. Please let us know if you have any… Continue
Posted on August 24, 2009 at 8:12am —
Introducing the Online School for Girls
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, CONTACT BRAD RATHGEBER AT BRAD.RATHGEBER@ONLINESCHOOLFORGIRLS.ORG OR 301.365.6114
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
DATE: June 22, 2009
ONLINE SCHOOL FOR GIRLS LAUNCHING THIS FALL
Nationwide Consortium of independent all-girls’ schools to launch first online school for girls
June 22, 2009… A nationwide consortium of independent, all-girls’ schools announced the creation of the first ever online school dedicated to secondary education for girls, The Online School for… Continue
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
DATE: June 22, 2009
ONLINE SCHOOL FOR GIRLS LAUNCHING THIS FALL
Nationwide Consortium of independent all-girls’ schools to launch first online school for girls
June 22, 2009… A nationwide consortium of independent, all-girls’ schools announced the creation of the first ever online school dedicated to secondary education for girls, The Online School for… Continue
Posted on June 22, 2009 at 3:39pm — 6 Comments
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Thanks Sarah,
I agree with you - what I really want to say is that the 1-1 will enhance and improve our already high quality teaching and that it is part of the "life long learner" that is in our mission statement.
And then I'm done.
However, o...
Dear Cassandra,
Thanks for the help. I have visited the Primary Mathematics series website and sent an email to their school contact email address. If I don't hear something soon I will send you an email request for your rep.
Do any of your schools have a philosophy statement re: what it means to be a faculty member at an independent school, especially a day school (e.g. teaching takes place beyond the classroom, faculty expected to be involved in the whole life of the...
Do any of your schools have a philosophy statement re: what it means to be a faculty member at an independent school, especially a day school (e.g. teaching takes place beyond the classroom, faculty expected to be involved in the whole life of the...
Whether you are a principal or the tech director, you have ideas! Let's share them here.
Margaret-
I have the number of the sales rep here in Colorado, if you need it. Feel free to message me if I can help with any questions about the curriculum. You might want to order a set of grade level materials from the Primary Mathematics serie...
What do we need to do in order to better equip our students to become true leaders in a "flat world" that has both exciting opportunities and challenges at every turn?
I've been asked to design and teach a 1 or 2 session adult ed course on social networking, including Facebook and Linkedin, and perhaps Twitter. The participants may likely be seniors, though these days I'm not exactly sure what age constitutes a ...
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"It's better to be on the bottom of a ladder you want to climb, than to be on the top of one you don't."
Whether you are a principal or the tech director, you have ideas! Let's share them here.
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