In this episode of the LearningMate Podcast, host Shannon Gattens sits down with Niyoka McCoy, the Chief Learning Officer at Stride, Inc., where they dive into what it really means to personalize learning—especially in a virtual world. We talk about how her team is redefining screen time, the lessons she's learned from launching virtual schools from the ground up, and the importance of creating space for students to truly thrive. She also shares some incredible success stories that show what’s possible when innovation and strategy come together.