MEDIA ADVISORY: Exciting Opportunities at Comic-Con: San Diego Unified Educators Lead the Way in Educational Innovation

 

 

July 24, 2024 

 

MEDIA ADVISORY

 

Exciting Opportunities at Comic-Con: San Diego Unified Educators Lead the Way in Educational Innovation

 

For the second year in a row, San Diego Unified educators are harnessing the excitement of Comic-Con to pioneer innovative educational practices that prepare students for future success

 

WHAT: Meet San Diego Unified educators who are pushing the boundaries, empowering students to dream big and achieve their goals. San Diego Unified’s participation at Comic-Con is a testament to their commitment to providing innovative and inclusive education, ensuring every student has the tools to succeed in a rapidly evolving world.

 

Panel 1: Developing Future Talent for Careers in Entertainment

Teachers will learn about San Diego's first-ever International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees (IATSE) registered apprenticeship program, and discover how educators, employers, and labor partners collaborate to bridge skill gaps and create sustainable career opportunities in entertainment. Featured San Diego Unified Panelist: Tom Antl, Arts, Media, and Entertainment Coordinator.

 

Date: Friday, July 26, 2024

Time: 3 - 4 p.m. 

Location: Shiley Special Events Suite, San Diego Central Library

 

Panel 2: Kapow, Woosh, Zap! Engaging Students with Comics in the Classroom

Join a panel of super teachers who are revolutionizing education through comics. Discover how incorporating comics into the curriculum enhances student engagement and literacy skills. Learn about the Comic-Con Educator Book Club, which unites teachers across the region in pursuit of educational excellence and community building. Featured San Diego Unified Panelist Mick Rabin, Resource Counselor, Youth Advocacy Dept.

 

Date: Saturday, July 27, 2024

Time: 12 - 1 p.m. 

Location: Shiley Special Events Suite, San Diego Central Library

 

Mick Rabin and Tom Antl are available for interviews to discuss their innovative approaches and the impact of Comic-Con on educational practices at San Diego Unified. Please confirm your coverage in advance. 

 

MEDIA CONTACT: Isabella McNeil, San Diego Unified, 619-341-2343

 

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