Episode 66: Rethinking Education: 3 Ways the CARES Act Can Support K-12, Part One

Host: Penny Conway   Guest: Pam Aulakh, Vertical Alliance Manager for K12 at Connection Public Sector Solutions    This is a unique opportunity to sponsor thought leadership on the future challenges in K-12 and how Connection, with our partners, can support customers with solutions. Pam Aulakh joins the podcast with an extensive background in K-12 Education & Technology. Prior to joining Connection, she held many roles in Brevard Public Schools as a Teacher, Technology Integrator, and Manager of EdTech Training. Pam Aulakh talks in this episode, about how to build a return strategy, which means creating flexibility to transition from in-classroom to distance learning while minimizing disruption.   Reach out to the Connection Team Email us at [email protected] Follow Connection We Solve IT on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Youtube, Linkedin, and Blog Key takeaways: [1:34] Pam Aulakh introduces herself, her background, and talks about what brings her to the podcast. [3:30] How quickly and effectively schools adapted to distance learning? [5:29] The parents’ role in enabling education from home. [6:42] Distant education really is a community effort. [7:40] The role of states in finding out what are the parent’s concerns on regards to supporting the students on remote learning. [9:17] Top three aspects that a school district should consider to take advantage of the Cares Act to manage the foundings of microbrands and help them build the plan. [11:07] How are schools supporting students who do not have access to a device? [14:55] Equipping and strategizing for a possible return to school. [15:40] What will the “new normal” for education look like? [18:26] 60% of teachers were already assigning online homework at home. [19:11] Districts are bringing equity and opportunity for every student.