Digital Learning Leaders foster effective integration of digital tools that can support engaged, inclusive, and equitable teaching and learning. These educators submitted applications and were accepted based on their innovative teaching practices and ability to lead and provide support to their colleagues with the integration of digital tools.
For the 2021-2022 school year the Digital Learning Leaders will place a focus on identifying and supporting best practices for UDL-informed student learning, engagement, wellness, and assessment. They will collaborate with the Digital Literacy coaches to support school-based and grade-level colleagues through collaborative learning, peer-to-peer guidance and, mentorship, sharing resources and tips, and other strategies they deem appropriate.
Meet the 2021-22 Digital Learning Leaders!
Elementary
Megan Bowhers, K-6 Digital Literacy Coach
Cindy Holt, Grade 1, Gates
Tara Livolsi, Grade 2, Blanchard
Brian Gentile, Grade 3, Blanchard
Martha Bethel, Grade 4, Douglas
Kerin Crockett, Grade 5, Blanchard
Sara Wilcox, Grade 6, Conant
RJ Grey Junior High School
Kellie Carter, Social Studies, grade 8
Marc Lewis, Social Studies, grade 7
Erin McGovern, World Languages, grade 7
Deb Rimpas, Health
Acton Boxborough Regional High School
Christina Foley, 9-12 Digital Literacy Coach
Nicolas Cosseron, World Language Department
Kelly Hoogeboom, Math Department
Alycen Nigro, Science Department
Katie Rossignol, Social Studies Department
Lea Scherer, English Department
Digital Learning Leaders will:
Support colleagues in effective integration of digital tools for teaching and learning
Seek opportunities to meet student learning goals based on the DL/CS framework
Collaborate with the ongoing district work to map DL/CS framework standards
Support integration of computer science and STEAM learning when and where applicable
Promote media literacy and digital citizenship for staff and students
Serve as a resource to school-based colleagues, especially new teachers
Communicate needs for equitable access to digital tools with Digital Learning Coordinator.
Collaborate with school-based instructional technology staff and library teachers (where applicable)
Collaborate with district leaders and other colleagues to address instructional issues and concerns
Meet with grade level teams or departments to facilitate discussions about effective and appropriate integration of digital tools
Model being a positive continuous learner and reflective educator
Attend and participate fully in all Digital Learning Leader face-to-face and online meetings, activities, and discussions of the book, UDL and Blended Learning, by Katie Novak & Catlin R. Tucker
Attend MassCUE 2021 (or other digital learning conference) and consider submitting a proposal to present at MassCUE