inspirED

In this episode, we talk with Good Shepherd Educational Technologist Becky Barrett and 6th Grade English Teacher Kim Campbell to discuss their Podcast Power class, teaching styles, what their students have been learning this year and more.

This is the next episode in a series where Dr. McLeod will be joining us to discuss aspect of education during this period of significant change, particularly how it relates to Good Shepherd.  In this episode we discuss change management and the culture of "yes" here at Good Shepherd. 

This is the first episode in a series where Dr. McLeod will be joining us to discuss aspect of education during this period of significant change, particularly how it relates to Good Shepherd.  In this episode we discuss a new planned community engagement tool called "The Courtyard". 

This episode of the podcast is a platform for us to take a deep dive into some of the philosophies and best practices that guided our decisions and helped to shape our distance learning program.  Specifically we look at how our program has been built to support the mission of Good Shepherd and today's episode focuses on Learn with Confidence.

Andrea and I finally get to record an episode that has been at the top of my list since starting the inspirED podcast!!  We are joined by Lindsay Marchant and Rich Overbeck to talk about Space Week!!!  Hear about how it all began and the super cool things that happen during Space Week.  And get a peek into what may be in store for the future.

In this episode we talk with GSES Media Art's teacher Mary Torres about podcasting with students...AND...we share one of her Ss podcast...AND...it's GREAT!!!

On this episode of inspirED, Andrea and Darryl have a very special guest.  Austin Swift, Program Manager at Google for Education joins us to talk Google, Good Shepherd and Education in general and how the our worlds can better connect to the benefit of students everywhere.  Listen in to learn more about Google for Education and how Mr. Swift became part of the team at Google.

On this episode, we have visiting with us Megan McMahon from EdSurge!  Megan is involved in the Teaching and Learning Circle events that EdSurge hosts and promotes all across the country.  Listen in as we discuss all the great work that EdSurge is doing to support education and teachers everywhere!

You think middle school math classes today are pretty much the same as they were years ago?  Think again! Math at Good Shepherd has a renewed energy, focus and direction. Join us for Part 2 of our middle school math series of podcasts as we hear from our 7th and 8th grade team and learn about the things that go on in their classrooms.

Growing up, did you think, “I'm just not a math person.”?  What we know today is that isn't necessarily a true statement for most people.  Listen in to our middle school math team as they discuss ways they encourage all Good Shepherd students to embrace and enjoy math.

Good Shepherd has another unique program!  Listen in as Carley Hackney talks about our Primer program and her truly personalized and differentiated approach to teaching the students in the class.  

A new math mindset and philosophy courtesy of Inspirational Math and the YouCubed team.  Hear from Good Shepherd faculty Gracie Gandy and Emily Holzrichter as they talk about exploring new ways to help students be successful with math.

Everyone in education today should understand that students learns differently.  At Good Shepherd, we embrace educational differences. Occasionally, that difference just needs a different environment to succeed.  In this episode of inspirED, we visit with Amy Raney who heads up our Academic Learning Lab, one of the newest signature programs at Good Shepherd to help ensure every students' success.  

Educational environments must be on the leading edge of the technology that is shaping the world our students will soon be running.  Consequently, the integration of technology in education and curriculum has never been more relevant than it is today. Technology in education, more than ever before, affords our students incredible opportunities through important shifts in methodology such as personalized learning and it reinforces important life skills such as creativity, critical thinking and collaboration.   The launch of our 1:1 iPad program some five years ago was an important step forward for the students at Good Shepherd, equipping them with the kinds of skills and relevant educational components those devices provided.  We all understand, however, that technology changes rapidly. Over the course of those last five years, much has changed in the world of educational technology. Again, we find ourselves asking the same questions we did back then.  Are we providing the most relevant educational tools we can to our students today? Is what we are using in the classroom on a daily basis the best device for our students today and in their immediate future? After much research and consultation, including the survey many participated in, we feel it is time to introduce a new device for our middle school students.  We will be moving all middle school students to a school-owned Chromebook device beginning in the 2018-2019 school year. The middle school faculty is very excited about this device and the direction we are headed. We want the students, parents and other constituents to be equally excited about the future of educational technology at Good Shepherd.   Listen as we go through our Parent Information Session and explain a bit about what is to come at Good Shepherd.

Joining us on this episode is Christin Johnson, 4th Grade Teacher but also The Coordinator of the Mentor Program and New Teacher Development.  Good Shepherd has a unique approach to welcoming new faculty and staff which is more a new, incoming class experience as opposed to the mundane orientation or training that simply walks new folks through the rules in the handbook.  Listen in as Christin describes our approach.

Whitney West, GSES Director of Enrichment joins us in the studio for this episode to discuss our Summer Programs for students.  These programs are open to Good Shepherd students as well as students in and around the Dallas area from ages 12 months through 8th grade.  Listen in to learn more!

On this episode of inspirED, we visit with Mary Torres and Becky Barrett, Good Shepherd's Educational Technologists and Tech Integrators.  Listen in to learn what tech integration into classroom curriculum looks like and the why and how we do it at Good Shepherd.

Join us in this episode to learn about Good Shepherd's SPARQ (Solving Problems and Asking Realworld Questions) Innovation space.  Learn how it came to be, how it has transformed since its inception plus the amazing and powerful learning impacts that come as a result of having this incredible place on our campus.  

Join us as we get great insight into Good Shepherd's signature outdoor education program, "Classroom of the Earth".  We are joined in the studio by Tad Long, Director of Outdoor Education and Andy Williams, Assistant Director of Outdoor Education.  As COE is a Signature Program, we discuss the learning objectives, connections to the classroom and our mission through leadership opportunities as well as the exciting future of COE as Andy assumes the leadership role as Director beginning in the 2018-2019 school year.  Thank you for joining us on this episode!

This week, Lindsay Marchant joins us to talk about the awesomeness that is the Good Shepherd Library Program and how she works with students, faculty and parents to help foster a life-long desire to read!  

Our guest on this episode is Catherine Scott, Middle School Science Teacher at Good Shepherd and ambassador for our 5th Grade Advisory Program.  Listen in to learn about this great program and the important role it plays in the lives of our students.    

Join us as we visit with PreK Teacher Jeni Kersting and discuss the Reggio Emilia approach to experiential learning that occurs with our youngest students!

Join us for a conversation with Jessica Grant, the Music Department Chair at Good Shepherd about the unique approach to music and why music is important to students today.