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Adaptive Tech Learners in the Rural School District

In this episode, Jeff Dillon discusses how personalized learning changes teacher and student attitudes and home dynamics.

It’s not often that a school district has homegrown leadership in the Superintendent’s office. Raised on a small farm in Wilder, Idaho, Jeff Dillon is now the superintendent of the Wilder School District. Jeff plays a dual role in his district, electing to maintain his position as principal while performing his superintendent responsibilities.

A seamless connection between technology, teacher, and student learner

Jeff believes an attentive stewardship with state and federal funding gives the best overall opportunity for meaningful partnerships within the community. Using state funding most effectively allows for the establishment of meaningful and sustainable private partnerships that can best benefit students.

Personalized learning initiatives are equally important to Jeff, stressing the unique dynamics between parents and students. The district encourages students to take ownership of their education through a free flowing open model that supports communication between home and school.

Wilder is pleased to be chosen as an Apple ConnectED school district bringing a seamless connection between, technology, teacher, and student learner. Jeff has been pleasantly surprised by the adaptive nature of the lower elementary level in grasping technological skill sets. In many respects, it’s the younger learner’s mindset that is most prepared to adopt new technologies.

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