Accessible
Regular participation each month through social channels like Twitter, Facebook and blogs.
Attributes of an Alpha
The Alpha Squirrels program recognizes and rewards educators who love the Squirrels suite of products and show a desire to help peers navigate the ever-changing EdTech landscape.
Sound like you?
Experienced
Have strong understanding of Squirrels, its products, as well as the needs of the industry.
Responsive
Respond regularly to questions or ideas and contribute to Squirrels industry knowledge.
Passionate
Represent the spirit of the industry and relay the voice of the customer to Squirrels.
Advocate
Be a brand advocate for Squirrels, and act as a fair and balanced representative.
Collaborative
Connect with other Alpha Squirrels through professional development or social channels.
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What is an Alpha Squirrel?
An Alpha Squirrel is an active participant in the EdTech community who knows and loves Squirrels products. They are accessible, experienced, responsive, passionate and advocative. Alpha Squirrels should have an in-depth understanding of one or more of the Squirrels classroom solutions:
- Reflector Teacher
- Reflector Director
- Reflector Student
- AirParrot 2
- Ditto
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What does an Alpha Squirrel do?
Alpha Squirrels share their enthusiasm and knowledge about Squirrels products to other educators. They communicate with the Squirrels team to ensure we are meeting the needs of educators around the globe. Alpha Squirrels have the opportunity to participate in our monthly #SquirrelsChat, attend conferences, and create an ongoing dialogue with the Squirrels team to share classroom and product experiences.
It is our goal to empower and support Alpha Squirrels to help them become leading EdTech experts in their network.
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What's in it for me?
There are many perks that come with being a certified Alpha Squirrel. In addition to joining a global community of EdTech experts, each Alpha Squirrel is eligible to receive:
- Welcome package: T shirt, coffee mug/tumbler, sticky notes, water bottle, pens, etc.
- Alpha Squirrels member certificate
- "Alpha Squirrel" signature badge for social media and email
- Access to unreleased products
- Free AirParrot 2 and Reflector Teacher license
- Free room of Ditto
- Product training, brand guide and talking points
- Squirrels-sponsored conference attendance
- Squirrels-sponsored conference speaking engagements
- Opportunities to appear in video interviews
- Features on the Squirrels blog and social media
- Chance to visit Squirrels headquarters
- Unparalleled interaction with Squirrels product designers and managers
Fill out our nomination form today. We would love to hear from you.
We review applications every April and October.
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What's expected of an Alpha Squirrel?
Program Details
The Alpha Squirrels program ultimately seeks to boost the influence of Alpha Squirrels in the industry during a 12-month term.
New Alpha Squirrels will be invited to join the program during each enrollment period.
After the initial enrollment period, prospective Alpha Squirrels will be invited to join the program during one of the enrollment periods of either April or October.
Alpha Squirrels may be re-inducted during their enrollment period based on their contributions to the program.
Alpha members are expected to adhere to any applicable terms of use or similar terms and conditions, including bu not limited to Squirrels Privacy Policies, End User License Agreements, Licensing Terms and other policies and procedures.
Alpha status is granted at the sole discretion of Squirrels.
Star Alpha Squirrels
We send our Alpha Squirrels to EdTech conferences around the world. These experiences allow them to present, network and teach. Expect big things from these Alphas this quarter!
Zee Poerio
Computer Teacher, PA
@magistrazeeZee has been an Alpha Squirrel since the program began in 2015. She has been teaching for more than 20 years and has a passion for connecting ancient studies with modern technology.
Raymond Mitchel Africa
MYP Science Teacher, CN
@RaymondAfricaRaymond attends EdTech conferences throughout Asia to share how he uses technology to empower his students.
Christine Danhoff
Technology Integration Specialist, OH
@cmdanhoffChristine loves sharing her knowledge about technology with other educators. She uses Reflector to showcase augmented and virtual reality content during her workshops.
If you're interested in becoming an Alpha Squirrel, fill out our application form!
The Alpha Squirrels Roster
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United States - Midwest
Joanna Seymour, IA@joseymourCathy Feldmann, IA@catfeldmannPhil Hintz, IL@phintzBilly Spicer, IL@mrbillyspicerCharlene Chausis, IL@cchausisJacob Cauhorn, IN@MrCauhornTheresa Stager, MI@PrincipalStagerJanis Bork, MI@BorkJanisChris Turnbull, MN@TurnbullChrisAngie Kalthoff, MN@mrskalthoffJames Fester, MN@saintfesterMichael Porterfield, MO@edtech4uKelly Rexine, ND@kellyrexineJessie Erickson, ND@JessieREricksonMarcia Kish, OH@dsdPDKelly Croy, OH@wirededucatorLaurie Green, OH@themrsgeekyLeah LaCrosse, OH@llacrosseKelli Marsh, OH@kelhansKelly Nyzen, OH@knyzenKeven Rinaman, OH@kevenrinamanKristen Fudale , OH@FabulashfudaleJonathan Smith, OH@theipodteacherJohn Kramer, OH@jakramer2Christine Danhoff, OH@cmdanhoffJim Martin, OH@LibraryManJimTravis Lape, SD@travislapeKevin Smith, SD@KevinSmithSDJennifer Lotze, WI@jpeterson7384Tricia Louis, WI@talouisVelvet Holmes, WI@iVelvet -
United States - Northeast
Kathy Schrock, MA@kathyschrockJulie Willcott, ME@willcottjulieJennifer Lowton, NH@jllowtonSeth Dimbert, NJ@misterdRob Zdrojewski, NY@MrZtechTVRebecca Simon, NY@edtechmorahMonica Burns, NY@ClassTechTipsMarko Markolovic, NY@MarkoMarkolovicLaurie Guyon, NY@smilelearningZee Ann Poerio, PA@MagistraZeeCourtney Kofeldt, PA@CourtneyKofeldtEric Butash, RI@ericbutash -
United States - South
John Shoemaker, FL@shoeweeMelissa Matthews, FL@melgirl78Josh Murdock, FL@professorjoshMichael Meechin, FL@mikemeechinJennifer Williams, FL@JenWilliamsEduBryan L. Miller, FL@BryanLMillerLorien Cafarella, FL@TechGeekLorieNatasha Rachell, GA@apsitnatashaDavid Lockhart, GA@bigguyinabowtieKrynica Drake, GA@apsitkrynicaJennifer Hall, GA@apsitjenKatrina Stanfield, GA@kestanfieldMelissa Dandy Walker, GA@apsitmelissaFelisa Ford, GA@APSITFELISARosalyn Washington, GA@apsitRosalynValtika Rhodes, GA@valtikarhodesBenton Palmer, GA@bentonpalmerBrittany Ware, GAJuli Gilbert, GA@juli_jgilbertMarcus Williams, GA@prof_coachwLuke Ziegler, GAAnn Armstrong, GA@annarmstrong99Jason Davidson, KY@TheMrDShowJames McCrary, LA@jamesmccraryWiley Brazier, LA@WileyBrazierToby Price, MS@jedipadmasterMelissa Lynch, NC@MelissaLynch80Nancy Betler, NC@nbetlerMegan McBain, NC@MeganMcBainHannah Jimenez, NC@HannahLJimenezKarie Frauenhoffer, NC@LegitkfraueyAlicia Davis, NC@uhleeshadeeElizabeth Thompson, NCSamantha Rouse, NC@themrsrouse1Charles White, NC@cwhite449Kami Esterline, NC@KamiEsterlineAaron Murdock, NC@techypirate14Katy Wyborny, NCWanda Hanley, NC@twhanleyBruce Ketcham, NC@BAKetcham2009Delilah Rodriguez, OK@AwesomeTeach12Scott Haselwood, OK@teachfromhereVanessa Perez, OK@vperezyJessica Robinson, OK@jessrobAdam Rogers, OK@mrrogerstechJulie Gathright, OK@jlgathrightPam Inabinett, SC@pnabbieMichael Hanson, TX@LearnWithHansonJeffrey Roemisch, TX@coach_roemischCori Coburn-Shiflett, TX@CoburnCoriBrian Smith, TX@BrianRSmithSrClaudio Zavala, TX@ClaudioZavalaJr -
United States - West
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Africa
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Asia
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Canada
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Europe
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Australia