In this mini podcast episode, you'll hear how MCEC has partnered with the University of New Mexico Health Sciences Department and Project ECHO® to host Professional Learning Communities (PLC) as a NEW way for educators to collaborate with and utilize a network of peers and partners to support military-connected students. Tara Gleason, Director of Programs at MCEC, discusses how the ECHO model is being used for professional development training.
This podcast is made possible by generous funding from the Texas Education Agency. To learn more, visit https: https://tea.texas.gov/.
Audio mixing by Concentus Media, Inc., Temple, Texas.
Show Notes:
Bio:
Tara Gleason joined the MCEC family in 2009 and is the proud parent of three military-connected children. Over the years she has served in multiple capacities throughout the organization and now serves as the Director of Programs. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education and a Master of Education in Human Services with an emphasis in Curriculum and Instruction.
Resources:
https://hsc.unm.edu/echo/what-we-do/about-the-echo-model.html
https://www.militarychild.org/purplestarschools#echo
https://tea.texas.gov/about-tea/other-services/state-advisory-council-on-educational-opportunity-for-military-children
https://tea.texas.gov/about-tea/other-services/military-families/purple-star-campus-designation
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