National Online Learning Day
Written: September 2021 Updated: September 2022 Every year on September 15th, virtual teachers and students celebrate National Online Learning Day to exhibit the success of online learners everywhere. As virtual learning continues to push the boundaries of traditional brick-and-mortar education, students and teachers are adapting to this evolving environment with curiosity and enthusiasm. Virtual education […]
Unique Opportunities For Future Teachers
Proximity Learning partnered with Lewis University to grow future teachers, combating the teacher shortage issue at its core. Student teachers from Lewis University joined Proximity Learning classes to learn from our certified virtual teachers and impact students around the country. With more varied experience, student teachers are more marketable as they join the workforce. Virtual […]
Impeccable Customer Service For Southwest Leadership Academy
Chief Academic Officer and Principal Leigh Purnell has worked as an educator for 18 years and at Southwest Leadership Academy for five of those. Like many others in academic leadership, Purnell was facing difficulties hiring due to the Pennsylvania teacher shortage—even in a large metro area like Philadelphia. “I heard about Proximity Learning as I […]
How a West Virginia School District Uses Live Virtual Instructors
Written: June 2022 Updated: February 2026 Teacher shortages don’t just show up as empty classrooms, they affect how students move through their school day, what courses districts can offer, and whether learners have consistent access to certified instruction. Across states like West Virginia, districts are turning to agencies that specalize in virtual learning, online instruction, and […]
Live Animals In The Virtual Classroom
To celebrate Earth Day, Proximity Learning partnered with Austin Parks and Recreation to teach a special lesson to Ms. Hamlin’s virtual 5th-grade science class from Academy of Dallas. Elizabeth Funk brought her special animals to show the class as she discussed the food web. Ms. Elizabeth showed the class a decomposer, the Madagascar Hissing Cockroach, […]
An Innovative Approach To Teaching In Tennessee
Shelby County Schools began working with Proximity Learning in 2019 to fill their teacher vacancies. Over the past three years, the partnership evolved to include educational innovations that ensure the district provides the best quality education for its students. We are proud to work together to provide personalized learning and future educational transformations with students […]
Disproportionate Access to Certified Live Teachers in Underserved Communities
What is educational equity? The Center for Public Education states, “Equality in education is achieved when students are all treated the same and have access to similar resources. Equity is achieved when all students receive the resources they need so they graduate prepared for success after high school.” Achieving equity is the goal, but systematic […]
Equity For 1 Million Students: Why the U.S. is Failing to Solve the Teacher Shortage Crisis
Every morning, I get inundated with google alerts around the teacher shortage. In desperation to solve this issue, schools try everything they can, including pleading for parents to volunteer in classrooms. Meanwhile, states are trying to help, sometimes by taking actions that have been frantic, extravagant, or misguided. Tennessee offered free apprenticeships to would-be teachers. […]
Live Online Instruction for Illinois Students With Proximity Learning
A Solution for Quarantined Students in Illinois North Shore School District 112 in Illinois needed a solution to continue to educate quarantined students. According to CDC guidelines, students who test positive for Covid-19 must quarantine at home for five days. The district had to decide how to keep students learning during their absence. A packet […]
Top Events for Educators in 2022
Meeting fellow experts in your field broadens your perspective and engages your mind. Teachers and district leaders can continue to learn at a variety of annual events to engage in skill building, utilizing updated tools and techniques, and professional networking. Educators should have continuous education themselves to ensure they provide the best possible environment for […]
