Stride, Inc.

Stride Professional Development, a trusted professional learning leader, has earned national recognition, winning the 2024 Business Award Gold for its PD solution and the 2024 EdTech Breakthrough Award for Remote Learning Solution Provider of the Year. 🏆 Stride PD is revolutionizing professional development for teachers with on-demand, mobile-friendly courses created by educators for educators. Their award-winning approach includes bite-sized, interactive courses covering essential topics like targeted instruction and classroom culture. And guess what? New teachers receive a free one-year subscription to support their early careers! 🙌 Find out more here: https://bit.ly/3y8t96b and follow Stride Professional Development to keep up to date!

This week is Parenting Gifted Children Week! 👨👩👧👦 At Stride K12, we recognize the unique challenges and joys of parenting gifted children. This week, we celebrate the dedication of parents and caregivers who support and nurture the potential of these exceptional young minds. 👩🎓 From personalized learning opportunities to tailored resources, we're committed to empowering parents and educators alike in fostering the growth and development of gifted students. Together, let's continue to inspire and empower the next generation of thinkers, innovators, and leaders! 💡

🌟 Inspiring Story Alert! 🌟 Meet Alanna V., a local teenager from Holiday, FL who's defying the odds with her determination to pursue education despite facing years of housing insecurity. 🎓 Alanna’s journey was marked by constant moves and school changes, but she found stability and support through an online education program at Digital Academy of Florida. Now, with her high school diploma in hand, she's gearing up for college at St. Petersburg College, aiming to become a pediatrician. 🩺 Her resilience and commitment to her dreams are truly inspiring. Let's cheer on Alanna as she embarks on this new chapter! 🎉 Hear more about Alanna's incredible journey: https://bit.ly/3Ws1mqE

At Stride, we believe in revolutionizing early childhood education. 👨👩👧👦🌐📚 Virtual pre-K is not just an alternative; it’s a modern solution fitting today’s families’ needs. Families are moving away from traditional classrooms due to lengthy waitlists, high tuition fees, and daily drop-off challenges. They are now opting for a student-centric, adaptable academic experience that suits their child's unique needs and interests. 📊 Research shows that pre-K attendance builds foundational skills and enhances long-term academic performance. Our online pre-K programs in California, Minnesota, and Wisconsin, along with private school options, offer a captivating and interactive classroom environment, supported by parental involvement. Discover how Stride is making a difference in early childhood education today: https://bit.ly/4f1dtSS

Stride is thrilled to share that during the 2023-2024 school year, more than 70,000 students participated in Stride K12’s Career and College Prep programs! 🎓✨ These innovative career pathways are empowering students with the skills and knowledge they need to thrive in their future careers. From healthcare to information technology, Stride K12 is opening doors to a world of opportunities and helping students turn their passions into professions. Learn more about our offerings here: https://bit.ly/3Sacrdu

📚 Did you know public charter schools currently serve more than 3.7 million students? This week's What I Want to Know (WIWTK) guest, Cheryl Stahle, academic advisor at West Virginia Virtual Academy, dives into the unique opportunities that charter schools provide for students. Cheryl recently made history by becoming the first person from West Virginia to receive the prestigious Changemaker Award from the National Alliance for Public Charter Schools. The National Changemaker Award, which recognizes individuals who exemplify dedication to students and families in public charter schools, stands as a testament to Cheryl’s commitment to advancing educational opportunities and empowering students across West Virginia. 🎧Tune into her insights and expertise here: https://bit.ly/3Lg9YKD

Rubiee L., a 13-year-old student at Washington Virtual Academies (WAVA), has achieved a remarkable feat by releasing her debut novel, "The Ways of Wolves." 📖🌟 In an interview on Komo News, Rubiee shared her lifelong passion for writing, nurtured by the ample free time and natural surroundings of her island home. Inspired during the pandemic, her book follows a wolf pup named Blue Jay on his journey to fit in with his peers. Despite the surprise from others at her young accomplishment, Rubiee insists that passion makes the writing process easy. https://bit.ly/4bJOYa5

Ever wondered what a typical day looks like for a student enrolled in an online school? Meet Mari, a dedicated and ambitious student at K12.🌟 Her story is a shining example of how digital learning can empower students to pursue their passions and academic goals simultaneously. From attending live online classes to participating in interactive assignments, Mari's day is filled with diverse and engaging learning experiences. Mari's journey is a testament to the personalized and adaptable nature of online learning. Hear from her here: https://bit.ly/4cJb6CI

Today six young chefs from across the U.S. will battle it out for a chance to win $1,000, with celebrity judges, Chef David Ho, Food Network's Chopped winner, and Isabel Coss, Food & Wine's Best New Chef of 2023. 💰 On WUSA-TV Chief Marketing Officer, Deb Hannah discusses the event, while one of the finalists, Alivia, shares her recipe for a healthy yet sweet after school snack! https://bit.ly/460UyDK

Meet the 2024 K12 Robotics Winners 🤖 The 2024 K12 Robotics League was a stage for young innovators to shine, showcasing their creativity, problem-solving prowess, and coding mastery. This year, we welcomed students from grades 4–12 to the thrilling world of robotics. Working in dynamic teams, with expert guidance from instructors, they engaged in intense virtual qualifying rounds. We’re now celebrating the top teams whose skills propelled them to the national championship! A huge congratulations to all the participating students!