Brittany Cumming

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About Brittany Cumming

As a growth-focused educator, I am dedicated to creating meaningful, student-centered learning experiences that go beyond content knowledge. My approach blends historical and literary analysis with real-world application, digital literacy, and life skills, ensuring students develop critical thinking, empathy, and a deep understanding of the world around them. Education should empower students to become independent learners, problem-solvers, and ethical digital citizens who can navigate both academic and personal challenges with confidence. I am actively involved in multiple teams and initiatives that support student success and teacher collaboration. As a member of the AVID Site Team, Advisory Site Team, Educational Technology Lead District Team, District Technology Committee, and District Writing Mechanics Team, I work to align strategies and standards across disciplines, support technology integration, and promote inquiry-based learning. I also serve as my site's New Teacher Support Mentor, helping educators build effective classroom practices. A key part of my work is ensuring that students and teachers have access to the right tools and strategies to enhance learning. I am passionate about instructional technology, AI integration in education, and digital citizenship, regularly leading professional development on Google tools, Adobe Express, Canva, and more. I also work toward Common Sense Media certification for my site, ensuring that responsible technology habits are embedded across classrooms. Collaboration and alignment across departments and grade levels are essential to my approach. Whether working with cross-curricular teams to strengthen writing instruction, integrating AVID/WICOR strategies, or designing engaging project-based assessments, I strive to create a structured, supportive, and engaging learning environment. I advocate for equity and fairness, balancing systemic expectations with the real needs of students and teachers. I am always seeking opportunities to grow as an educator and further develop my skills through programs like the SM Writing Project. I also love connecting students with enrichment opportunities, including career and college readiness programs, digital literacy initiatives, and community-based learning experiences. If you are an educator interested in collaborating on future projects, developing cross-curricular lessons, or building a community of practice, I would love to connect and share ideas.