The theeverydayteacher's Podcast

Sat down today with Master Paul D’Ambrosio (“Master D”), of Aliso Hills Taekwondo. Amazing discussion about being a life long learner and how to pass that knowledge on. 

In Episode 15, I talk with a good friend of mine, Jon Hendrickson who is an English Teacher at Laguna Beach High School. "It feels like I am a first-year teacher again, trying to figure out what I am doing."

In Episode 14, I talk with one of my mentors, Dr. Sean Boulton, Principal at Newport Harbor High School. Sean is a great leader and has had an impact at every school he has been at. We look at Culture and we dive into the Social and Emotional Landscape on a high school campus. Enjoy. 

In Episode 13, I speak with Loveisa Clark from K12. K12 produces an online curriculum in the virtual learning space. We talk about the importance of quality training for teachers. We also look into Project Based Learning. Enjoy. 

In Episode 12, I chat with Jocelyn Brown, a Biology Teacher at Laguna Hills High School. We look at the curriculum, but focus our discussion on Teacher Safety. Enjoy

In Episode 11, I talk to my good friend Coach Matt Houser, Head Women's Basketball Coach at Columbus St. University. We talk about the culture of the Student-Athlete. We dive in on how we get students to buy into what you are doing, "Actions speak louder than words. Leading by example is just how I am." 

In Episode 10, I talk with my Principal Becky Mortier about The Destination Career Academy. The importance of giving kids a choice in their educational path. I am really excited to be part of this campus this year. Enjoy. 

In Episode 7, I talk to my boss, Angie Covil from California Virtual Academy. Angie is the Director of High School. In this episode, we unpack the power of leadership and where it can come from. We also look at, "If you have a vision, you have a purpose." Enjoy.

In Episode 9 I speak with Shannon Gerlach, who is one of the principals at California Virtual Academy. We talk about the difference between virtual learning and distant learning and the importance of Culture in the virtual educational space. Enjoy. 

In Episode 8 I chat with my good friend Coach Brian Smith from Portola High School in Irvine, Ca. We talk about the importance of building a culture at a new school and how that culture can be a foundation for success. We also find out, what "Dogs gotta EAT!" means. Below is a link to the youtube video I mention in the cast. Enjoy.Camp Chronicles by Jonathan Khamishttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_K8nfQd-I6E  

In Episode 7, I talk to my boss, Angie Covil from California Virtual Academy. Angie is the Director of High School. In this episode, we unpack the power of leadership and where it can come from. We also look at, "If you have a vision, you have a purpose." Enjoy. 

In Episode 6 I talk with my good friend Gordon McNeill about the importance of engagement. Gordon has been an educator and administrator for the last 20 plus years at the Sage Hill School in Newport Beach, Ca. We dive into so many great topics, enjoy. 

In Episode 5, I sit down with my good friend and former college teammate, Erik Johnson. Erik was a Division 1 Basketball coach for 24 years, 10 as a head coach at the University of Denver and Boston College. Now he works for the Bulfinch Group as a corporate trainer. We get to talking about building a culture, giving players/students a voice, and how to build relationships without students and players to help them grow. 

In this episode, I talk with my good friend Dave Zogg. He is a high school teacher who teaches Photography and Digital Imaging. We talk about the importance of electives in school and Staff culture. Enjoy 

In this episode, I talk with Tessa Samuelsen, who is the Principal of San Clemente Christian School, in San Clemente, California. We look at the role of the Administrator. 

In Episode 2, I talk with long time friend and college Kirk Brown. We look at the effect of the Pandemic and the role a coach can play on campus. 

Hello... thank you for listening to The Everyday Teacher Podcast. In our very first episode, I talk with a mentor teacher of mine Coach John Lester. Coach just finished his 36th year of teaching. In our discussion, we look at the effect of COVID-19 on education at his school and what might be coming down the pike.