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As an advocate for social emotional learning, Dr. Velvet Smith talks about associated programs including the BOSS Program. She also talks to us about trauma informed practices. . . . Issuesineducation.net Email: Velvet.Smith@portsk12.com

Navigating the new landscape with new equity policies. Malia Lewis fills us in on the progress in her district. She also discusses their pandemic response and achievement gaps. . . . Issuesineducation.net Facebook: @MaliaLewis4SchoolBoard

Dr. Walker is involved in a number of different programs, all in the name of bettering her community. Listen in and learn about ACE's. She talks about what prompted the program, and what the response was. . . . issuesineducation.net

Emmanuel Capers is working overtime to support his district. He walks us through Paterson After Three, developing school program educational choices and how they are handling the pandemic. . . . Issuesineducation.net

Big moves are being made in the Jefferson Parish Public School District. Ricky Johnson Sr. tells us about some community outreach, how he became involved, and what equity looks like in the district. . . . Issuesineducation.net LinkedIn: /ricky-johnson-521441154/

Diijon saw how his mother struggled as a single parent with several siblings in school. This drove him to try and make a difference in the school system. Diijon talks about the program My Brother's Keeper, Equity during Covid, and the massive Parental Involvement Crisis. . . . issuesineducation.net Diijon DaCosta Socials: Instagram: @dacosta.dekalb Linkedin: diijon-b-dacosta-44904a105 Twitter: @DacostaDekalb

Being a board member can be a thankless job, however Simeon Dickerson tells us about how rewarding it is to serve. He also talks about rebuilding after hurricanes, making big decisions, and tips for new board members. . . . issuesineducation.net

What is Equity to you? Well, Ms. Ruth Veales tells us what it means to her, and how using data can make our kids' lives more equitable. She also discusses the responsibility of a school board. . . . issuesineducation.net

Students are a wealth of information. Because of that, Rev. Althea Greene likes to keep an open forum between her and the students. Althea also talks about the mask mandate, and the future of her district. . . . issuesineducation.net

There are many detours to equity, Dr. N.J. Akbar gives us insight into what to look for. Also in the discussion are guidelines to equity and board leadership. . . . issuesineducation.net Akronschools.com Nakbar@apslearns.org

What is STEAM? Joseph Davis from the Ferguson-Florissant School District fills us in. He also talks to us about developing career paths, and the expectations for teachers. . . . issuesineducation.net

Every school district had their own way of handling the pandemic, learn Pembroke School District #259's strategy. Tonia Jones-Lafi discusses the difference between private and public school, as well as, the changes in influence from principal to school board. . . . issuesineducation.net

Every child has a different educational experience unique to them. Vick Hatter tells us that recognizing that, could work in our benefit. She also discusses Little Rock Arkansas demographic, and opportunity beyond paper. . . . issuesineducation.net

Good teachers are high in demand across the country. Curtis Valentine tells us how looking at diversity in teaching will benefit us all. He also talks about the importance of engaged fathers, and the direction of innovation in education. . . . issuesineducation.net

Implementation of equity in a school district is no easy task. According to Dr. Teague, The School Funding Reform Act of 2008 made that reality more attainable. Dr. Corey Teague also talks about parent engagement and the importance of art. . . . issuesineducation.net The School Funding Reform Act of 2008 https://tinyurl.com/2p89567m

Poor building quality equals poor student performance. Shantell Roberts talks about the great things that the 21st Century School Program is doing in their district, and how this will correlate to better student outcomes. Shantell also speaks about the R3 program and how the community engages. . . . issuesineducation.net

Teens are teaching in the classroom! Emmanuella tells us why this is constructive for everyone. She also tells us about the community response and what the future looks like for teen leadership in the classroom. . . . issuesineducation.net

Stephanie Love went from concerned parent to school board member when she saw room for improvement at the school where her son was attending. She shares her journey, as well as her thoughts on mental health, systemic racism, and the school to prison pipeline. . . . issuesineducation.net

Equity means something a little bit different at every school. Ray Freeman tells us how his school district handles equity. Also in discussion is public school funding, and how the district manages their safety measures. . . . issuesineducation.net

Blanca Trout details the Ending the Silence program through NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness), and the effects of COVID, externally and internally, on students in her school district. . . . issuesineducation.net

Trauma informed practices is probably not a phrase all of us know yet, but we have seen how a child with a traumatic background performs at school. Trauma informed practices hope to target those issues. In addition to general equity in the school, Erika Mitchell also discusses bullying and sex trafficking. . . . issuesineducation.org

Devin Del Palacio is not only a school district president he is also a father, which gives him real skin in the game. He tells us the challenges of Covid, the pressure teachers are under in the modern day, and the true responsibilities of a school district. . . . issuesineducation.org

In this talk, Charlie Wilson tackles the student achievement gap from a different perspective. Attempting to teach students who think convergently and those who think divergently, differently. . . . issuesineducation.edu

Being the Past President for Arizona School Boards has many challenges. Steven Chapman details them in this interview about future ready schools, their community oriented board process, and the importance of student focused leadership. . . . issuesineducation.net

Data is a big topic among all professions. It's been a topic in education in the past. Nikkie Whaley shows us how data, if used correctly, can be used to provide equity to students. . . . issuesineducation.edu

From parent to board leader, Synathia Harris details her experience as a concerned community member. Synathia also speaks about parental involvement, lack of funding, and exploitation in our schools. . . . issuesineducation.net

Find out what a board executive officer does, and why their job is so important in the school system decision making process. . . . issuesineducation.net

Return on investment in education, equal does not mean equitable, and discovering challenges for teachers, are a just a few of the topics covered in this talk. McKissack has had a long career in education, and we were happy to have the opportunity to talk to her. . . . issuesineducation.net

Shelby County Schools has won CUBE school district of the year two years in a row! It's no mystery how after listening to the compassion Miska Clay Bibbs has about her district. She discusses her work during COVID, becoming a 1 to 1 device district, and Memphis equity issues. . . . issuesineducation.net

Alena Bell tells us about her role at Franklin Special School District, how she became a school board member, and therapy dogs! . . . issuesineducation.net

COVID has uprooted our regular schedules, and the school is no different. Dr. Marcus Alexander tells us about Pembroke School District's COVID response, politics during COVID, and proper utilization of financial resources. . . . go to issuesineducation.org for more.

Educational Equity is a process that is reaching into schools. Listen to this interview to find out why, and what role Sherita Love has, from The Education Equity Center of St. Louis.

Lindbergh Early Childhood Education Center was designed with care. Dr. Charlene Ziegler, Principal of Lindbergh Early Childhood Education, discusses some of the process of the design, what children think, and her favorite traits of the school. . . . Ittner Architects: ittnerarchitects.com Lindbergh Early Childhood Education: go.lindberghschools.ws/Page/25

An environment heavily influences a child's development. Jolene Levin, from NorvaNivel, discusses creating environments that foster collaboration, ignite a sense of curiosity, engage kids in learning, and set them up for a life of learning! . . . Ittner Architects: ittnerarchitects.com/about NorvaNivel: norvanivel.com/

The way we design early childhood classrooms can play a big role in how children develop. Author and specialist, Dr. Sandra Duncan, tells us how. . . . Ittner Architects: ittnerarchitects.com/about Dr. Sandra Duncan: sandraduncan.com/

Butler School District 53 is building future ready schools. Superintendent Dr. Paul O'Malley tells us why these changes were necessary. Dr. O'Malley also gives us insight into their process in designing the new school features. . . . Ittner Architects: ittnerarchitects.com/about Butler School District: butler53.com

Co-author of international bestseller "Who Owns the Ice House? Eight Life Lessons From an Unlikely Entrepreneur," and CEO/Founder of the Entrepreneurial Learning Initiative Gary Schoeniger discusses how we can implement the entrepreneurial mindset in education.

Our new series "Leadership Tips" kicks off with University City, MO superintendent Dr. Sharonica Hardin-Bartley. She communicates her thoughts on how schools deal with trauma, equity, and COVID-19.

Dennis Young sits down with Mark Hubbard to talk about his company and how EDspaces adapted to a virtual conference this year.

NeoCity Academy High School Principal Michael Meechin, chats virtually with Dennis Young on technology, his school, and how COVID has effected them.

Film producer, author, and public speaker Ted Dintersmith talks with Dennis Young about what school could be and how to achieve that.

Deborah Kerr and Dennis Young discuss her run for Wisconsin State Superintendent of Public Instruction and more.

Darlene talks with Dennis Young about how companies are producing products for schools with COVID in mind.

Take a listen to this sneak peek from Michael Meechin's interview with Dennis Young on his groundbreaking NeoCity Academy High School.

Take a sneak peek at Dennis's interview with EDspaces 2020 keynote speaker, Ted Dintersmith.

Take a listen to a section of Deborah Kerr's interview with Dennis Young.

During EDspaces 2019, Issues in Education founder Dennis Young sits with Kevin Dillon of EBI Furniture to talk on how important the feedback of educators is when designing a space. Kevin mentions that research shows that with this set up, enhanced learning becomes available and kids are more likely to participate.

Issues in Education founder Dennis Young chats with the chairmen of the board for EDspaces/EDmarkets, Greg Moore. While discussing a more inclusive and dynamic future for the conference, you hear about Greg’s own experience with traditional vs. dynamic learning.

During EDspaces 2019, Dr. Robert Dillon talks with NorvaNivel owner Jolene Levin. Jolene began her furniture company in Australia and it is now U.S. based. She discusses how her focus is on creating confidence around change and the positives it brings. Through listening to educators, she believes they are able to be a more future focused company.

During EDspaces 2019, Dr. Robert Dillon is joined by David Reid of Gould Evans architects to discuss how architecture plays a role education. They cover how the skills needed to transition from school to work are becoming known as enterprise skills. No longer is a good GPA and perfect record a guarantee for a job. Universal Design for Learning allows for accessible learning for a diverse range of students. Combining the designers and educators in the design process gives schools a chance to find their purpose.

Steve Samikkannu is general manager of AmTab, a designer, manufacturer and provider of furnishings for learning environments. He talks to Dr. Bob Dillon about flexible furniture and increased student participation in activities when held in student cafe and cafeteria spaces.