Learning Forward Florida

06/16/2026

Improving instruction starts with a simple but powerful question:
What does science tell us about how people learn?
“The science of learning: A blueprint for instructional improvement” from The Learning Professional explores how education can move beyond one-time strategies and instead build a strong foundation grounded in research about how learning happens.
The article emphasizes that learning is most durable when it involves deep thinking, connections to prior knowledge, and opportunities to apply and retrieve learning over time. When these principles guide professional learning and instructional decisions, they can lead to more meaningful and sustainable improvement. [learningforward.org]
Read the full article: https://buff.ly/8kHIL19
What connections are you seeing between learning science and instructional practice?

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05/05/2026

🌟 Board Spotlight: Wafa Picciolo 🌟

We are proud to highlight Wafa Picciolo, Director, Region III for Learning Forward Florida.

Wafa serves as a Professional Learning Coordinator with Volusia County Schools and believes deeply in the power of professional learning to transform educators, schools, and entire systems. Serving on the board allows her to support districts across Florida by elevating educator voice, strengthening instructional practice, and improving outcomes for all students.

Fun fact: Wafa is a true risk-taker—she’s been skydiving and bungee jumping! 🪂

Thank you, Wafa, for your leadership and commitment to professional learning! 👏

Interested in staying connected with educators and professional learning leaders across Florida? Follow Learning Forward Florida and consider becoming a member to stay informed, inspired, and engaged!

04/28/2026

We’re kicking off our panel discussion, AI and the Future of Professional Learning: From Possibility to Practice!

District and industry leaders are sharing:
• What AI implementation actually looks like in practice
• What’s working (and what’s not)
• Emerging trends and best practices across schools and districts

Looking forward to thoughtful dialogue focused on moving from exploration to intentional use.

04/28/2026

Our LFFL Virtual Spring Forum is now transitioning into the membership meeting, led by our President, Janice Franceschi.

This time together allows us to pause and reflect on our shared work, recognize leadership and contributions, and look ahead to what’s next for our organization and the educators we serve across Florida.

Thank you to our members for your continued engagement and commitment to high‑quality professional learning!

04/28/2026

Closing out a powerful keynote with Dr. Monica Burns!

So many practical ideas for positioning AI within a broader professional learning toolkit—timely as we move into state updates on preparation, learning, and educator support.

Looking forward to making those connections.

04/28/2026

Mid‑keynote at the LFFL Virtual Spring Forum with Dr. Monica Burns and the thinking is flowing 👇

Educators are sharing meaningful ways they’re using AI to plan professional learning—from refining messaging to designing targeted, data‑driven experiences.

Exactly the kind of intentional use that elevates professional learning design.

04/28/2026

We’re live at the 2026 Learning Forward Florida Virtual Spring Forum! 🌱

Today’s focus: Future-Ready Learning: Designing PL for What’s Next.

Looking forward to a day of collaboration, innovation, and impactful conversations with educators across Florida.

Follow along throughout the day for key takeaways and highlights!

04/23/2026

What does meaningful professional learning look like right now?

In just 5 days, educators across Florida will spend a full day learning, connecting, and thinking forward at the Learning Forward Florida Virtual Spring Forum.

This engaging virtual event is designed to support educators at every level with:
✅ Timely insights
✅ Practical strategies
✅ Statewide collaboration

📅 Online | 💻 One powerful day | 🤝 Educators across Florida

👉 Registration is still open at https://buff.ly/tvjsVKp

Join us on April 28, 2026!

04/20/2026

⏳ Only 8 days away!

Are you ready to rethink what professional learning can look like in 2026?

Join educators from across Florida for a high-impact, one-day virtual experience at the Learning Forward Florida Spring Forum, designed to spark ideas, build connections, and explore what’s next in education.

💡 Why you don’t want to miss this:
✨ Learn from Dr. Monica Burns (EdTech Essentials)
✨ Get the latest updates from the Florida Department of Education
✨ Dive into real-world conversations about AI in professional learning
✨ Connect and collaborate with educators across the state

📅 April 28, 2026
⏰ 8:45 AM – 3:45 PM EDT
💻 100% Virtual (join from anywhere!)

🎟 Registration:
$74 Members | $99 Non-members (includes membership through Oct. 1)

This isn’t just another webinar—it’s a full day to learn, connect, and leave with ideas you can actually use.

👉 Save your spot: https://buff.ly/8Y9ZlI7

04/13/2026

🌟 Board Spotlight: Linda Pitts 🌟

We are proud to highlight Linda Pitts, Director, Region I for Learning Forward Florida.

Linda serves as Executive Director of Beacon Educator in partnership with Bay District Schools and is passionate about advancing high-quality professional learning. She values LFFL’s longevity, resilience, and commitment to supporting educators and students.

What Linda enjoys most is collaborating with fellow educators to positively impact instruction and learning outcomes.

Fun fact: Linda enjoys photography and capturing the beauty in everyday moments. 📸

Thank you, Linda, for your leadership and commitment to education! 👏

Interested in getting involved? Consider becoming a member of Learning Forward Florida or applying for a future board position.