Florida+Virtual+School

Description:
Perfectly Blended Learning will address the virtual learning lab environment and the elements needed to create mutually beneficial school-­‐community partnerships; particularly programs that focus on improving student performance, use of technology, and successful teacher tools.

FLVS is the nation's largest and most influential Kindergarten - 12th grade online program. Julie began her love for teaching and learning at a young age. Her accomplishments as a school teacher, trainer and assistant principal coupled with an interest in combining technology and learning evolved into a joint effort to launch the first statewide high school in 1997. Julie graduated with a MEd from the University of Florida following her undergraduate work at the University of Kentucky. Throughout her educational career, she has been the recipient of numerous awards including the Harold W. McGraw Jr. Prize in Excellence Award, named Technology & Learning Top 30 Influencers in Ed Tech,, was featured in the nations Top 50 Innovative Leaders in the Converge 2011 Yearbook and was selected as the cover story in Florida Trend Magazine. Her passion and desire to see students succeed is the motivating factor behind all she does and is also the driving force behind why other online programs are modeled after Florida Virtual School. Jill Dickinson is passionate about learning. Jill leads others in creating quality learning experiences for students and teachers. Jill also enjoys connecting with colleagues to brainstorm creative solutions to challenges facing educators around the globe. Jill began her career in a traditional high school math classroom. Since joining Florida Virtual School in 2000, Jill taught Algebra 1, worked on course development, and hired, supervised, and coached online instructors. For the past 4 years, Jill has been working with FLVS curriculum specialists and content writers to develop online courses, and support teachers as they seek to increase their understanding of online pedagogies and learning strategies.
 * Presenters: **
 * Julie Young, President and CEO, Florida Virtual School (FLVS ®)**
 * Jill Dickinson, Senior Manager of Curriculum Services, Florida Virtual School**