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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.
GCA Unmuted: Voices of Virtual Education
Latest Episodes
Building Student Community with Michelle Gilyard: Clubs and Competitions in a Virtual School
School is about more than academics. It’s also about connection, belonging, and opportunities to grow outside the classroom.In this episode of GCA Unmuted: Voices of Virtual Education, we’re joined by Michelle Gilyard, Family Sc...
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Building Trust with Families with Shannon Ready: Partnering with Parents in a Virtual School
Strong family partnerships are essential in any school. In a virtual environment, they are foundational. Clear communication, trust, and consistent support help families feel confident and connected, which directly impacts student success.<...
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Preparing Students for the Real World with Tricia McCoy and Erica Butts: Work-Based Learning in a Virtual School
Connecting learning to real-world experience helps students build confidence, develop practical skills, and clarify their future paths. Work-based learning creates opportunities for students to apply what they learn in the classroom to real job...
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Serving Families Across Languages with Mayra Ramirez and Emily Post: Translation & English Learner Support in a Virtual School
Clear communication is essential to student success. When families speak different languages, schools must ensure that information, support, and relationships remain accessible. In a virtual environment, this work requires intentional systems t...
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Building Culture at Scale with Lakin Whitesides: PBIS in a Virtual School
School culture is built through consistent expectations, shared language, and reinforcement over time. In a virtual school, creating that kind of culture requires intentional systems that reach students and staff across locations.In this...
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