Hear insights from Jefferson County Schools (the second-largest school district in Alabama) on building a sustainable virtual program and practical approaches Atlanta‑area systems can apply in their own K–5 planning.

Join us for good food and great conversation!

AGENDA

4:30 - 6:30 PM  Social Hour 



Questions?
Contact Corina Alaniz, Texas Partnership Manager
Phone: 956-459-2850

Hear how Jefferson County is:

Offering a flexible virtual model
with a high-quality, human-centered instructional experience that allows students to stay connected to their district.


Expanding access to courses,
such as AP classes and world languages, to counter a statewide teacher shortage.


Retaining 75% of per-student funding
that's otherwise lost when families leave the district.


RESPONSIVE

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AFFORDABLE

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Meet Our Panel

Dr. Walter Gonsoulin
Superintendent, Jefferson County Schools, Alabama

Dr. Gonsoulin was named Alabama's Superintendent of the Year in 2025 and then recognized as the National Superintendent of the Year by the American Association of School Administrators (AASA).

He began his career teaching 4th grade and served as superintendent of Fairfield City Schools before taking on the role at Jefferson County Schools.

Dr. Orletta Rush
Deputy Superintendent, Jefferson County Schools, Alabama

Dr. Rush has worked in Jefferson County Schools for 24 years at every level including teacher, reading coach, reading interventionist, assistant principal, and principal.

Dee Dee Jones
Partnership Manager,
Southeast

Dee Dee Jones has served in a wide range of educational leadership roles, including principal, curriculum supervisor, director of teaching and learning, and superintendent.

As Superintendent of Hartselle City Schools, the district’s first female leader, she led the system to national Blue Ribbon recognition. In 2021, she was honored as a Blue Ribbon Superintendent.

See you at the conference!

Stop by booth #515 during the conference to see us and learn more about how Edmentum is:


Reimagining the Path to Graduation – With TEKS-aligned, credit-bearing digital learning that keeps students on track


Expanding College and Career Readiness – Connects exploration, planning, and coursework into clear programs of study


Accelerating Student Achievement – Combines unified assessment and targeted instruction to drive stronger outcomes

Questions?
Contact Corina Alaniz, Texas Partnership Manager
Phone: 956-459-2850

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Questions?
Contact Corina Alaniz, Texas Partnership Manager
Phone: 956-459-2850
Email: [email protected]