Our heartfelt gratitude extends to Sarah Snipes, Kentucky Department of Education Program Manager of the Division of Innovative Learning, and Robert Collins, Innovative Program Consultant. Your meticulous planning and dedication crafted an unforgettable day at the Exhibition of Innovation and Learning.
Special thank you to Dr. Jesse Bacon, Bullitt County School District Superintendent, and Principal Brittany Joiner of Old Mill Elementary. The warm welcome and vibrant atmosphere at the state-of-the-art Old Mill Elementary School made us feel an integral part of your community and set the perfect backdrop for a day full of immersive learning and collaboration.
We also want to express our appreciation to Superintendent Thom Cochran. Your vision and leadership have been instrumental in our journey, and the opportunity to present our work at this prestigious venue speaks volumes about your belief in our mission. Your continued support is invaluable to us.
Our gratitude goes out to Clabe Slone, founder of the Wilderness Education Project and EMPOWER Project Director. Your pioneering spirit and guidance significantly shape our work.
We're also incredibly proud of our Johnson County School District team, who were honored to present "Project EMPOWER: Empowering Tomorrow's Teachers: Uniting Community, Education, and Opportunity." Our Digital Learning Instructional Coaches, Charlene Owens, Alley Garner, and Stephanie Moore, shared valuable information and embodied the commitment that fuels this project.
The day was packed with highlights, from the insightful student-led tours to the impactful keynote from the Kentucky Student Voice Team, and from the enlightening formal presentations to the engaging poster sessions. The gallery walk provided a tangible representation of the diverse and innovative strategies being employed in education today, and the feedback and networking opportunities were invaluable.
An enormous thank you to DLC Selena Cochran for her work in capturing the day's events through video and photos. Your efforts have given us lasting memories of this unforgettable day.
We want to express our gratitude to District Technology Coordinator Mike Whitaker. Your consistent and unwavering support of the Digital Learning Instructional Coaches has played an essential role in making this day a success.
Here's to many more collaborative and inspiring days like this, where we come together to celebrate innovation, learning, and the power of community!
