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From Principal to Pioneer: The Making of a Tech Leader with School District of Wisconsin Dells’ Hugh Gaston - S2E29

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The Wisconsin Dells is a rural district with a unique draw for tourists, so how does a small school district use technology to make a splash?

Hugh Gaston is the fantastic Director of Digital Learning and Technology, and with his unique journey from Principal to tech leader, he’s able to bridge the gap between the sceptics and the innovators!

Join us to explore how the School District of Wisconsin Dells has set its sights on a horizon of innovation in this week’s EdTech Unwrapped…

This episode covers

  • Technology challenges in a rural district, with limited internet service providers and a diverse student population
  • Overcoming friction towards AI integration
  • How Wisconsin Dell handles challenges around funding and upgrading technology infrastructure
  • Hugh’s experience as a former principal, giving him a unique perspective on technology implementation, bridging the gap between administrators, teachers, and tech staff
  • How EdTech unlocks professional development opportunities

Looking at your school’s digital strategy? SMART’s free EdTech assessment tool is designed to help you ask the right questions and have the right conversations for an aligned, cohesive digital strategy that will stand the test of time.

After answering the questions in the quiz, you will receive an immediate, individual comprehensive report filled with precise recommendations designed to enhance and refine your school’s digital strategy. Get started aligning your digital strategy here!

Duncan Verry

https://www.linkedin.com/in/duncan-verry-aa44175/

Hugh Gaston

https://www.linkedin.com/in/hugh-gaston-09700447/

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Discover SMART: https://www.smarttech.com/education

https://www.linkedin.com/company/smart-technologies/

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The Wisconsin Dells is a rural district with a unique draw for tourists, so how does a small school district use technology to make a splash?

Hugh Gaston is the fantastic Director of Digital Learning and Technology, and with his unique journey from Principal to tech leader, he’s able to bridge the gap between the sceptics and the innovators!

Join us to explore how the School District of Wisconsin Dells has set its sights on a horizon of innovation in this week’s EdTech Unwrapped…

This episode covers

  • Technology challenges in a rural district, with limited internet service providers and a diverse student population
  • Overcoming friction towards AI integration
  • How Wisconsin Dell handles challenges around funding and upgrading technology infrastructure
  • Hugh’s experience as a former principal, giving him a unique perspective on technology implementation, bridging the gap between administrators, teachers, and tech staff
  • How EdTech unlocks professional development opportunities

Looking at your school’s digital strategy? SMART’s free EdTech assessment tool is designed to help you ask the right questions and have the right conversations for an aligned, cohesive digital strategy that will stand the test of time.

After answering the questions in the quiz, you will receive an immediate, individual comprehensive report filled with precise recommendations designed to enhance and refine your school’s digital strategy. Get started aligning your digital strategy here!

Duncan Verry

https://www.linkedin.com/in/duncan-verry-aa44175/

Hugh Gaston

https://www.linkedin.com/in/hugh-gaston-09700447/

Discover Bett: https://uk.bettshow.com/

Discover SMART: https://www.smarttech.com/education

https://www.linkedin.com/company/smart-technologies/

  continue reading

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