Not just a translator: How parent educators build bridges for Hispanic families – Ep. 18

November 15, 2021 learninburke

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Parent Educators are a fairly new position within Burke County Public Schools and hold a very important part in making sure Hispanic students and their families are able to navigate school. Take a listen to the stories of Ted Pedro Mateo (middle), Liliana Javier Zamora (left) and Rebecca Wilcox as they share their experiences of being Parent Educators and why they do what they do. #ignitelearningbcps

Categories: Elementary School, High School, Middle School, Parents Tags: Tags: education, educator, Hispanic, K12, school, teacher

BCPS leaders reflect on educating through a pandemic – Ep. 14

September 20, 2021 learninburke

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Burke County Public Schools leaders including Superintendent Dr. Mike Swan, Assistant Superintendent Dr. Karen Auton and Director of Elementary Education Dr. Brett Wilson sat down recently to reflect on the many ways our school district has overcome the challenges COVID-19 has presented. We invite you to listen in on this exclusive conversation to see how even in these trying times we are still igniting learning for a brighter future!

Categories: Elementary School, High School, Learn in Burke: A Burke County Public Schools Podcast, Middle School, Parents, Teachers Tags: Tags: burke county public schools, COVID, education, learning, school, teachers