What if education could save lives, close gaps, and reinvent engagement—all in a single virtual space? In this must-hear episode of Teach BIG: An Educational Revolution, Randi Whitney sits down with returning guests Kyla Pickrell and Sarah Owens of Texas Virtual Academy at Hallsville to reveal how their team is transforming student learning and wellness in bold, innovative ways. From AI-monitored mental health support to avatar-led field trips, this is not the future—it’s happening now.
Listeners will discover the powerful impact of the K12 Zone, a digital environment where students connect, create, and learn in safe, personalized ways. You’ll also hear how TVAH’s Virtual DAEP Program is rewriting discipline by offering at-risk students the same curriculum, more emotional support, and zero lost instruction time. For educators and families alike, this episode paints a vision of virtual education that is connected, human-centered, and designed for real-world success.
Plus, the conversation uncovers the growing legislative support for virtual learning in Texas, how teachers are finding renewed purpose in flexible online roles, and why every student—whether high-achieving, struggling, or healing—deserves a place in this revolution.
If you’re a parent, teacher, leader, or policymaker, this episode will expand your vision for what’s possible.
🟢 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, iHeartRadio, or TeachBIG.com
✨ Because virtual school isn’t just a screen—it’s a solution.
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