GCA Unmuted: Voices of Virtual Education
Welcome to GCA Unmuted, the podcast where we share the stories and strategies that show how Georgia Cyber Academy makes online learning work.
Podcasting since 2026 • 9 episodes
GCA Unmuted: Voices of Virtual Education
Latest Episodes
Supporting Learners from the Start with Veronica Williams and Martell Shavers: Child Find & IDEA in a Virtual School
Before a student receives special education services, they must first be identified, evaluated, and given access to the support they need. In a virtual school, this process requires careful coordination between compliance, instruction, and fami...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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30:14
Designing Individual Success with Amy Blanchard: IEPs & Accommodations in a Virtual School
Supporting students with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) requires thoughtful planning, strong collaboration, and a deep understanding of each learner’s needs. In a virtual school, that work must be intentional and flexible to ensure ac...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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29:28
The Paraprofessional Perspective with Kay Sheppard: Support That Scales in a Virtual School
Paraprofessionals play a vital role in supporting students, teachers, and classrooms. In a virtual school, their work must be flexible, collaborative, and responsive to student needs across multiple settings.In this episode of GCA Un...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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27:25
Coaching From a Distance with Shamiya Hicks: Instructional Coaching in a Virtual School
Instructional coaching plays a critical role in strengthening teaching and learning. In a virtual school, coaching must be intentional, relationship-driven, and designed to support teachers from a distance while maintaining clarity and consiste...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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27:01
Better Together with Jess Newman, Keisha Jennings, and Parker Marting: Co-Teaching Strategies That Work in Virtual Classrooms
Co-teaching requires clarity, trust, and shared responsibility. In a virtual environment, those elements must be even more intentional. When done well, co-teaching strengthens instruction, supports diverse learners, and improves student outcome...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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35:12