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We're looking forward to diving into the power of technology for education innovation at #ALC53. Take a look below to see what we're covering and when with a fantastic slate of speakers. If you're going to #ALC53, we hope to see you in the Verizon Tech Access Lounge to recharge, refresh, and learn.

#ALC53 is one week away! If you're going, join us for the grand opening of the Verizon Tech Access Lounge. We'll hear from Congressional Black Caucus Foundation leaders as well as Verizon's Ryan T. Higgins, who will talk about Verizon's education initiatives as we kick off three days of programming on technology x education. Stay tuned for more and remember to stop by to recharge and refresh while at #ALC53.

CBCF #ALC53 is right around the corner. We're excited to be back to power the Tech Access Lounge. If you're attending the conference, plan to stop by to recharge and refresh. Follow us @Verizon Policy to learn more about this year's programming. Spoiler Alert: It's #BackToSchool season, and we'll be talking about #education. 

Last week, I attended The White House and U.S. Department of Education Summit on Digital Equity, Inclusion, and Emerging Technology. The event was part of a collaboration with our partner Digital Promise, a global non-profit shaping the future of learning and equitable education using technology. The day was filled with engaging conversations about bridging the digital learning gap. Key takeaways: 1️⃣ Professional development is critical for integrating technology into teaching. 2️⃣ Technology should be an integral part of teaching, not an add-on. 3️⃣ Students thrive when they create technology - not just consume it. 🚀 Teachers are digital equity champions, transforming classrooms with technology. Kudos to Jean-Claude Brizard, CEO of Digital Promise, for leading the way and for our long-time partnership through Verizon Innovative Learning! Together, we empower teachers to meet every child’s unique needs.

V Teamers gave NAF high school students a front-row seat to life as a network engineer at Verizon’s Basking Ridge HQ! From 5G tech to career advice, students got an inside look and asked all the big questions. NAF takes students beyond what traditional high schools offer by providing access to the tools that will help them navigate and build skills for what’s next, whether that’s college, a career, or another pathway. Charles Beltran, "Ram" Sankaran Ramanathan, Nimesh Patel, Elisa Gagliardo, MS #naf #students #learning

Congratulations to our awesome summer V-terns, who have been a vital part of our team and finished really strong today! They took on one of the industry's most important issues, and they gave an engaging and insightful presentation on: "Universal Service Fund (USF) & Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) Reform." They were poised, thoughtful, charismatic, and had tons of stage presence and energy! And they were smart on the substance, which is not an easy feat given the complexity of the topic and the fact that most of them were not even born when Congress passed the Telecommunications Act of 1996! A huge thank you to this talented team for the terrific presentation today and invaluable contributions throughout the summer: Jada B., Boluwatife Jide-Olugbade, Jingyao Luo, Alya Patel, Alejandro Plate, and Andrew Ware. I enjoyed seeing you grow as leaders and look forward to seeing you thrive in your careers. Don't be strangers! #SummerInterns #Vterns #TelecomPolicy #USF

As we start the new school year, I couldn't be more excited about all of the advancements Verizon Innovative Learning is bringing to classrooms nationwide. From launching our first-ever esports league to introducing new content for educators, we're continuing to impact learning at a local and national level.   This fall, we're welcoming 34 new Verizon Innovative Learning Schools and opening 18 Verizon Innovative Learning Labs. Our free education portal, Verizon Innovative Learning HQ, includes new tech-driven content and resources to help K-12 educators integrate esports and gaming into their classrooms.    Thanks to our partnership with Games for Change, we’ve started our first-ever scholastic high school esports league! With free coaching from esports professionals, students have the amazing opportunity to develop leadership and teamwork skills, and explore careers in one of the fastest-growing industries in the world. The significance of integrating technology into education is immense. It opens new doors for learning, sparks creativity, and nurtures critical thinking. We’re making learning fun while equipping students with essential digital skills to excel in a rapidly evolving digital landscape. This commitment to leveraging technology ensures that our students are ready to seize the opportunities of tomorrow.   We are thrilled to have reached nearly 8 million students, with the goal of providing 10 million youths with digital skills training by 2030. We're fully dedicated to supporting a generation of leaders.   Let's make this school year the best one yet! https://lnkd.in/eBqeAGAj #VerizonInnovativeLearning #Esports #DigitalSkills #BackToSchool #EdTech #StudentSuccess #EducationalEquity #TechnologyInEducation

Join us TODAY to commemorate the anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)! At 2 pm ET / 11 am PT, we are hosting a virtual session to shine a spotlight on The Disability Collection, which is a collaborative initiative aimed at shifting the narrative around the portrayal of the disability community in media. Click here to join: https://lnkd.in/euDt-Prr #ADA #TheDisabilityCollection #DisabilityInclusion 

When mission-critical communications are needed most, Verizon Frontline responds. This year has already been busy with responses, and we’re ready for what’s next. More on the Verizon Frontline Crisis Response Team: https://vzbiz.biz/3zTzgvV

#TBT to Auction 1 - The FCC held its first #spectrum auction 30 years ago. That auction, and the dozens that followed, supercharged mobile connectivity in the U.S. Now this anniversary comes at a pivotal time. Read more ⬇️⬇️⬇️