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S4 Ep. 3 | How to Jumpstart a Flex Mod Schedule

36m · Reimagining Time · 15 Apr 16:00

Have you ever wanted to dive into the world of flex mod scheduling at your school, but just couldn't quite work out the logistics? In this podcast episode educators Dr. Scott Hand and Dr. Alexis Swineheart talk about the steps they've taken at their school to run a flex mod pilot, making shifts that have made it much more manageable. Learn what they're doing, how it's been going, and even some valuable tips for school leaders along the way.

Read More: Flex Mod at Radnor Township School District

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