April 8, 2020 

"Making progress on a very bumpy road." 

In the midst of school closures during Covid19, BT Director Justin Chesebrough interviews elementary school principal Sarah Bates. Justin and Sarah discuss common questions and ideas surrounding how she and the Vail School District as a whole are handing school closures.

Topics include:  How educational opportunities are being provided for students.  How students and families are being engaged during this time.  Thoughts on grading and accountability.  How teachers and support staff are communicating and engaging.  General advice to school leaders during this challenging time.