UBA Webinar Series – Episode 3
Wednesday, October 18, 2023 | 4:00 PM EST
Join us for an insightful webinar as we address the unique challenges faced by over 9.3 million public school students in rural environments in ensuring their consistent access to high-quality education. In this engaging session, we are privileged to host two distinguished speakers: Dr. Donya Ball, an author and Charter School superintendent from California, and Yolanda Valdez, an experienced district administrative leader and superintendent of a rural school district in California.
Drawing from their extensive experience, Dr. Ball and Ms. Valdez will share invaluable insights, practical strategies, and innovative solutions to bridge the gap in high-needs areas. Together, they will explore ways to enhance the educational experience for students, irrespective of their geographic location.
Key Takeaways:
- Understanding the Distinct Challenges: Gain insights into the specific hurdles faced by rural schools in delivering consistent, quality education.
- Proven Strategies for Success: Learn from the experiences of Dr. Ball and Ms. Valdez as they discuss effective methods for meeting the diverse needs of students in rural settings.
- Empowering Communities: Discover collaborative approaches to engage stakeholders, empower educators, and create a supportive learning environment.
- Leveraging Technology and Resources: Explore innovative tools and resources that can revolutionize educational access and outcomes in high-needs areas.
- Building Resilience and Sustainability: Gain practical advice on developing long-term strategies to ensure the continued success of rural education initiatives.
Who Should Attend:
- Superintendents and Administrators of Rural Schools
- Educators and Teachers in Rural Settings
- Education Policy Makers and Advocates
- Community Leaders and Stakeholders in Rural Education
UBA Webinar Series – Episode Two
This receording explores the issue of food insecurity and how it impacts children and families across the United States, along with practical steps that school districts can take to address opportunities in their communities.
Roxanne Moore, executive director of the Stop Hunger Foundation, will guide an interactive conversation with a team of community, healthcare, and education experts to explore the root causes of food insecurity and examine the social, economic, and environmental factors contributing to the problem.
Join panelists Topaz Arthur, National Manager for Education and School Foods with No Kid Hungry; Dr. Robert S. Harvey, President at FoodCorps; and Dr. Geeta Maker-Clark, physician and culinary-medicine instructor, as they provide insights and share experiences about the challenges faced by individuals and families who lack access to affordable and nutritious food.
We’ll then discuss how schools and their community partners operating as Nutrition Hubs, ones that operate federal child nutrition programs year-round, can help alleviate this issue while raising awareness, promoting dialogue and collaboration among stakeholders, and advancing efforts to ensure that all students have access to healthy, nutritious foods.
UBA Webinar Series – Episode Two
This receording explores the issue of food insecurity and how it impacts children and families across the United States, along with practical steps that school districts can take to address opportunities in their communities.
Roxanne Moore, executive director of the Stop Hunger Foundation, will guide an interactive conversation with a team of community, healthcare, and education experts to explore the root causes of food insecurity and examine the social, economic, and environmental factors contributing to the problem.
Join panelists Topaz Arthur, National Manager for Education and School Foods with No Kid Hungry; Dr. Robert S. Harvey, President at FoodCorps; and Dr. Geeta Maker-Clark, physician and culinary-medicine instructor, as they provide insights and share experiences about the challenges faced by individuals and families who lack access to affordable and nutritious food.
We’ll then discuss how schools and their community partners operating as Nutrition Hubs, ones that operate federal child nutrition programs year-round, can help alleviate this issue while raising awareness, promoting dialogue and collaboration among stakeholders, and advancing efforts to ensure that all students have access to healthy, nutritious foods.
