Educators Around the World Leading the Growth and Development of Discovery Education’s Professional Learning Network–
Silver Spring, Md. (October 31, 2018) – The Discovery Educator Network today announced the members of the professional learning network’s 2018-2019 Leadership Council (LC). The Discovery Education Network is supported by Discovery Education, the leading provider of digital content for K-12 classrooms. A global community of education professionals, the Discovery Educator Network connects members across school systems and around the world through social media, virtual conferences, and in-person events, fostering valuable professional learning, idea sharing, networking, and inspiration.
The members of the Leadership Council are active contributors to the growth and development of the Discovery Educator Network. They serve and lead by hosting events, contributing to social media and the Discovery Education blog, creating instructional resources, and providing feedback on Discovery Education’s services. The expertise, enthusiasm, and passion of the Leadership Council, and the members they serve, drive the Discovery Educator Network.
To view the whole new roster of Leadership Council members, visit the Discovery Education Leadership Council webpage.
“Serving on the 2018-2019 Discovery Educator Network Leadership Council is a tremendous honor,” said Damian Lozano, a high school teacher in California’s San Bernardino City Unified School District and a new member of that state’s Leadership Council. “Each day, the idea and inspiration generated by this vibrant, innovative, professional learning network helps teachers and administrators across the country improve the educational experiences of thousands of students. I am proud to be a part of the Discovery Educator Network Leadership Council, and look forward to helping plan a new series of professional learning events and initiatives that will help propel the continued development of my peers.”
Selected for their leadership abilities and commitment to improving teaching and learning worldwide, members of the Discovery Educator Network’s 2018-2019 Leadership Council will help facilitate the professional growth of their fellow teachers and encourage the sharing of best practice both locally and globally. The term of service for each Leadership Council member is one year.
“Discovery Education thanks all those who volunteered their time and talents to help lead the Discovery Educator Network this year,” said Jannita Demian, Discovery Education Senior Director of Learning Communities. “The outstanding events and high-quality content they will create help the members of our community improve their practice, connect with each other, and share the joy of teaching and learning. Most importantly, their efforts will continue to improve the teaching and learning experiences of students around the world. We are grateful for their support and look forward to a wonderful year.”
For more information about Discovery Education’s digital resources and professional learning services, visit www.discoveryeducation.com, and stay connected with Discovery Education on social media through Facebook, follow us on Twitter at @DiscoveryEd, or find us on Instagram and Pinterest.
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