Real-Time Learning, Real Results
Real-Time Learning, Real Results: How Proximity Learning Partners with Districts Like Yours to Transform K–12 Education For more than 15 years, Proximity Learning has been quietly building a better future for students—long before the pandemic forced schools into virtual learning. Today, our model of live, synchronous instruction is not just filling teacher gaps—it’s transforming academic […]
Best Practices To Support Teachers’ Mental Health
Written: April 2022 Updated: March 2025 Best Practices To Support Teacher’s Mental Health It’s no secret the last several years in education have been rough. After a grueling pandemic, perpetual teacher shortages, health mandates and safety issues in schools – it’s no surprise that our teachers are struggling with mental health and burning out. In […]
How School Districts Can Allocate Budgets Effectively for the Next Year
Written: March 2025 Updated: March 2026 Planning for next year always brings the same concern to the table: how school districts can effectively budget without sacrificing quality. Every school leader knows that a strong budget is more than numbers on a spreadsheet, it’s a reflection of priorities, values, and long-term commitments to students and staff. As […]
For Educators, By Educators Highlight: Elise Benage
At Proximity Learning Inc. (PLI), the role of a Lead of Implementation is about more than logistics, it’s about passion, connection, and a deep understanding of what students and teachers need to succeed. For Elise, this role is the culmination of a lifelong dedication to education. She isn’t just staffing classrooms or managing virtual learning […]
Synchronous Instruction Linked To Increased Standardized Test Scores In Peer-Reviewed Study
Proximity Learning Inc., an ESS company and the pioneering provider of synchronous virtual instruction for K-12 education, announced the results of a published peer-reviewed study from Chicago State University, which found standardized test scores of eighth and ninth grade students with access to a certified Proximity Learning teacher outperformed those of students in classrooms that […]
Student Success Is Our Purpose
At Proximity Learning, people are at the heart of what we do. We’re tearing down barriers to connect students with the expert teachers they deserve. We build relationships because we believe people need people to learn and grow. Student Support First and foremost, students need to feel connected to their peers and their teachers. If […]
Virtual Teacher Support through PLCs and Planning Periods
The challenges of maintaining teacher satisfaction and fostering effective learning environments are unconventional in the realm of virtual education. Balancing the unique needs of teachers and students in this setting requires innovative solutions. When districts invest in planning periods and Professional Learning Communities (PLCs), it is a game-changer for virtual learning. These actions not only […]
Interview with a Future Teacher: Brooke Urrea
As the landscape of education continues to evolve, future educators like Brooke Urrea are stepping forward with fresh perspectives and innovative ideas. Brooke, a senior at Sam Houston State University (SHSU) in Huntsville, Texas, is studying Early Childhood through 6th Grade Education and is deeply invested in the future of education, particularly in how virtual […]
Facilitator Training Sparks Dynamic Collaboration
At Proximity Learning, we believe that the key to successful virtual instruction lies in the seamless collaboration between our certified virtual teachers and the in-classroom facilitators who guide and support students. Our in-classroom facilitators go beyond administrative tasks for our certified virtual teachers—many of them are aspiring teachers or instructional aides passionate about shaping education […]
For Educators, By Educators Highlight: John Rollack
Teaching Experience and Inspiration John Rollack, the Director of HR at Proximity Learning, has dedicated his career to the growth, community, and respect that the field of education fosters. His journey began in 2000 as a special education teacher in North Carolina, inspired by a family deeply rooted in education. Growing up his aunts and […]
