Tag: Education

Meet Henrico Virtual Academy’s Teacher of the Year

Post author By Anna Ondieki
Post date November 6, 2025

Claire Hsieh is a graduate student in George Mason University’s Mathematics Specialist Leadership Program. While working toward her degree online, Claire also teaches math at Henrico Virtual Academy, where she was recently named their Teacher of the Year for 2025-2026. Keep reading to learn more about her experience and for advice she has for prospective and current students.

Tags CEHD, Education, Graduate, Math Specialist Leadership, Student Spotlight

A look into the Elementary Education Program: teaching science through “Wonder Journals”

Post author By Anna Ondieki
Post date July 29, 2025

Tags CEHD, Education, Elementary Education, George Mason University, Science

Erin Kowalevicz is REACHing students across the globe

Post author By Anna Ondieki
Post date June 10, 2025

Erin Kowalevicz, an elementary school teacher for Arlington Public Schools and a part-time George Mason student pursuing her master’s degree in the Education Leadership Program, spent her spring break collaborating with fellow educators through a study tour with REACH for Uganda.

During this experience, she worked directly with students and local teachers and led professional development workshops focused on collaborative learning, supporting students with special needs, and project-based instruction. Continue reading for insights into Erin’s experience.