FCI Rewind

Jessica Chapman, Curtis Fuller

Great ideas shouldn’t be limited to a webinar. Welcome to FCI Rewind, a podcast from the Florida Charter Institute Support Team transforms top webinars into on-the-go learning for charter school leaders, principals, board members, and K–12 educators. Each episode delivers expert insights on governance, finance, instructional leadership, compliance, and innovation, giving you practical tools to lead effectively and help your school thrive. Because insights worth hearing are worth hearing again.

Episodes

  1. 4d ago

    Leading with Culture: Transforming New and Struggling Schools

    This webinar showcases how VR technology can transform student engagement in new and struggling schools by enabling immersive, hands-on learning experiences. It highlights research-backed benefits, real applications, and accessibility for diverse learners, affirming VR as a powerful tool for educational transformation.

    40 min

  2. May 19

    Overview of Literacy Policy and Practice to Support Educators and Improve Student Outcomes

    This webinar reviews Florida's literacy policies and initiatives focused on early learning, legislative supports, and funding to improve student literacy outcomes. It highlights key programs like teacher reading endorsements, a unified screening system, and increased regional support to accelerate literacy progress, particularly in the early grades.

    55 min

  3. May 12

    Storm's Over, Now What? A Survival Guide to Insurance and FEMA Recovery

    This webinar offers charter schools a survival guide for managing insurance claims and FEMA recovery after a major storm, featuring expert advice and real-life experience. It focuses on proactive preparation, effective recovery strategies, and navigating the complexities of post-disaster processes.

    36 min

  4. May 5

    Beyond the Basics: Sunshine Law and Public Records Challenges for Schools

    This webinar offers a deep dive into Florida's Sunshine Law and Public Records Act as they apply to charter schools, focusing on practical compliance and recent legal challenges. It highlights key issues like public meeting requirements, managing public comment, record retention, and the growing complexity of electronic communications.

    56 min

  5. Apr 28

    Principals Matter: Highly Effective Leadership Strategies

    This webinar explores effective leadership strategies for principals, highlighting the importance of relationship-building, vision alignment, data-driven instruction, and community engagement. It also underscores cultivating a positive school culture through staff recognition and safety as key factors in school success.

    49 min

  6. Apr 21

    What I Wish Knew Before I Opened My School

    Charter school leaders Ruby Zikafus and T.C. Matthews share key lessons learned about systems, budgeting, hiring, and district relationships when opening new schools. They highlight the importance of preparation, flexibility, and strong community ties to navigate the challenges of a school startup successfully.

    43 min

  7. Apr 14

    Effectively Using Social Media as a Marketing Tool

    This webinar explores how charter schools can effectively use social media platforms to market themselves, engage their communities, and boost enrollment. Dr. Steven Blender shares strategies from his successful experience opening Avant-Garde Academy, highlighting the importance of clear branding, consistent content, and metric monitoring.

    39 min

  8. Apr 7

    Pathway to the Education Profession: Teacher Apprenticeship Program and Strengthening Educator Preparation

    This webinar introduces the innovative Teacher Apprenticeship Program, a new pathway enabling paraprofessionals to become certified teachers through hands-on training and college coursework at no cost. It covers eligibility, mentor requirements, program partnerships, and provides practical guidance for charter schools interested in adopting the program.

    35 min

  9. Mar 30

    Valuing Nurturing and Expanding Your School's Brand

    This webinar from the Florida Charter Institute explores how schools can build, nurture, and expand their brand to create meaningful connections with their community. It underscores the importance of foundational branding before marketing to effectively address challenges like recruitment and differentiation in a competitive educational environment.

    52 min

  10. Mar 13

    Welcome to FCI Rewind (Trailer)

    In this brief introductory trailer, Curtis Fuller and Jessica Chapman from the Florida Charter Institute Support division share exactly what you can expect from FCI Rewind. We know that charter school leaders, board members, and educators are busier than ever, which is why we are transforming our massive library of expert-led webinars, conference sessions, and trainings into an on-the-go podcast format. Discover how FCI Rewind will help you listen, learn, and lead wherever you are. Hit subscribe so you don't miss our first official episode. Let's Rewind.

    4 min

Trailer

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Great ideas shouldn’t be limited to a webinar. Welcome to FCI Rewind, a podcast from the Florida Charter Institute Support Team transforms top webinars into on-the-go learning for charter school leaders, principals, board members, and K–12 educators. Each episode delivers expert insights on governance, finance, instructional leadership, compliance, and innovation, giving you practical tools to lead effectively and help your school thrive. Because insights worth hearing are worth hearing again.

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  • Creator
    Jessica Chapman, Curtis Fuller
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  • Episodes
    10
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  • Copyright
    © Jessica Chapman, Curtis Fuller
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