Elevo Learning

Today, we are feeling especially thankful for everyone who helps bring our mission to life—from our coaches and full-time staff to our district partners. Together, you make a real difference in transforming the well-being of students. We couldn’t do it without each and every one of you! #ElevoLearning #Thankful #Gratitude

Inclusion for students with disabilities goes far beyond the classroom—it should extend to every corner of the school community. Whether it's participating in sports, joining clubs, engaging in student government, or thriving in expanded learning opportunities, true inclusion is about creating spaces where all students feel they belong. At the Inclusive Leadership Center at the Thompson Policy Institute, I'm honored to collaborate with the incredible Kristen Henry, Ed.D. Henry and Elevo to advance this vision. Together, we're working to ensure expanded learning programs are not just accessible but designed with belonging at their core. These programs offer unique opportunities to foster meaningful relationships, build confidence, and create lasting memories for students with diverse needs. Recently, we had the privilege of presenting at the Expanded Learning Community of Practice, where we shared insights on "Expanded Learning for All: Leveraging UDL to Build Spaces of Belonging." Universal Design for Learning (UDL) is a powerful framework that enables educators and program leaders to plan for inclusivity from the start, ensuring that every student has the support they need to succeed and thrive. This work is not just about access—it's about creating equitable, empowering, and engaging environments where students of all abilities can participate fully. Inclusion in expanded learning is a critical piece of the puzzle, and it's inspiring to see schools and communities embrace this vision. How is your school or organization ensuring that inclusion extends beyond the classroom? Let’s continue this conversation and share ideas to keep driving change. 💡✨ Thompson Policy Institute on Disability Elevo Learning #Inclusion #Belonging #ExpandedLearning #UDL #InclusiveLeadership #ThompsonPolicyInstitute #Elevo #EducationForAll

This month, we want to shout out Craig Williams, our Operations Manager! Colleagues describe Craig as empowering, passionate, and dedicated. Some more words about Craig: "Craig is an outstanding Operations Manager who truly holds Orange County together. Craig goes above and beyond in many capacities. He is a team player who takes the time to mentor and develop his team members. He constantly evaluates systems and results to deliver the best programs possible. Craig consistently prioritizes the needs of others and the program over his own. Working with him is an absolute pleasure." #elevolearning #expandinglearning #education #educators #departmentofeducation #employeeofthemonth #meetourteam

Congrats on the 1st Annual Perris Soccer Tournament! Over 200 soccer players and almost 100 cheerleaders hit the soccer fields last Saturday, showing off their incredible teamwork, sportsmanship, and amazing cheer routines in a day full of fun and friendly competition. Thank you to the parents and families who came out to support the kiddos—it made the day unforgettable! And a BIG thanks to our own Elevo Team, the new afterschool partner for Perris USD, for helping bring more sports to the schools and delivering on what parents asked for their students. Together, we’re building a stronger, more active school community. #EverybodyBelongs #EverybodySucceeds #PESDSports #ElevoLearning

In our Growing With Elevo series, mission-driven team members from across the organization share their personal stories and growth journeys as they work to positively impact the students we serve. This month, Multimedia Creator Kris Washington reflects on the various chapters of his Elevo journey and how they led him to become a key member of our Marketing Team. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/gs5FEVki #elevolearning #growingwithelevo #elevocoach #youthmentorship

Cheers to a day of shared successes, problem-solving sessions, and impactful learning. We would also like to give a shoutout to all of today’s presenters. Some of our favorite moments from today include: Jessica Gunderson and Kevin Gordon took us through the funding and advocacy side of Expanded Learning programming, as well as how the COVID pandemic shifted the course of this critical service. Dr. McNamara Katie and Elevo’s Manuel Avina helped guide us through discussions about success and challenges in the Expanded Learning space. Kari Adams and our very own Dr. Kristen Henry, Ed.D. gave us insight into Universal Design Learning and how we can celebrate, include, and serve students of all abilities. They also showed us how to flip the compliance mindset on its head. Elevo’s Deanielle Ford and Alison Meegan shared how ELO providers and districts can come together to build trust within the school community. Our own Kelly McCollum MPH dove deep into Elevo’s CQI process and how we use data to ensure continuous improvement and impact. To close, Elevo’s Karin Wu moderated a discussion about the event, allowing us to gather invaluable feedback from those who joined us. To those who attended, we are so grateful that you were able to be present today. Thank you for making our CoP a wonderful success. This event wouldn’t have been possible without your contributions and engagement. Berryessa Union School District MURRIETA VALLEY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT Palmdale School District Pomona Unified School District Rowland Unified School District Westminster School District Nuview Union School District SOUTH BAY UNION SCHOOL DISTRICT - A community dedicated to achievement for all LOS NIETOS SCHOOL DISTRICT Salinas City Elementary School District Cajon Valley Union School District Rialto Unified School District Vallejo City Unified School District #elevolearning #expandedlearning

Elevo is honored to be hosting our first Expanded Learning Community of Practice (CoP) for expanded learning leaders today in Irvine! This CoP brings together districts from across the state to discuss challenges and share best practices on topics such as ELO-P funding and advocacy, UDL-based curriculum, family and community engagement, CQI processes, the transformational impact of expanded learning and more. We're grateful for the experts and thought partners from education and advocacy organizations sharing their experience and insights, including: Jessica Gunderson--Co-CEO of Partnership for Children & Youth Kevin Gordon--President, Capitol Advisors Group Kari Adams--Inclusive Leadership Center Director, Thompson Policy Institute at Chapman University McNamara Katie--Retired Superintendent, South Bay USD and 2018 ACSA Superintendent of the Year Thank you to all the district Expanded Learning leaders joining us today--we're just getting started! Berryessa Union School District MURRIETA VALLEY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT Palmdale School District Pomona Unified School District Rowland Unified School District Westminster School District Nuview Union School District SOUTH BAY UNION SCHOOL DISTRICT - A community dedicated to achievement for all LOS NIETOS SCHOOL DISTRICT Salinas City Elementary School District Cajon Valley Union School District Rialto Unified School District Vallejo City Unified School District #elevolearning #expandedlearning

Building Connections, One Brick at a Time! 🧱🥳🎉👏🧱🥳🎉👏🧱🥳🎉👏 This week, I had the incredible opportunity to attend the LEGO Education Collaborative, and wow—what an experience! Alongside my amazing manager at Elevo Learning, Ryanna Navaroli, we connected with passionate teachers, inspiring administrators, and the brilliant team from LEGO Education. It was a privilege to witness their commitment to making learning hands-on, engaging, and unforgettable for students everywhere. A huge thank you to the Arcadia Unified School District for hosting such a fantastic event. Your hospitality and dedication to education innovation truly set the stage for impactful conversations and ideas. #EducationInnovation #LEGOEducation #LEGO #ElevoLearning #education #educators #educationmatters #educationprogram #curriculum #ImagineInquireInspire #bettertogether #legocollaborative

Only two more days until the ACSA Leadership Summit in San Diego! Looking forward to seeing so many of our friends and partners, and connecting with leaders who share our passion for transforming student well-being. Elevo will be exhibiting all three days at booth #306, so come by and see us! #ElevoLearning #Education #EducationConference #SchoolLeadership #TogetherWeShine

In honor of Veterans Day we wanted to take a moment to express our gratitude to those who have served in the United States Armed Forces. To all veterans: thank you for your service. And to the families and loved ones who support and stand by them, we honor your sacrifices as well. To learn more about the veterans on our team, you can also read our latest blog post here: https://lnkd.in/ga7mXaw3 #VeteransDay #SaluteToService #MilitaryAppreciation