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What is the keystone of all assessment? Explore with Chad Ostrowski.Teach Better Talk PodcastThe ultimate must-listen for every teacher and educational leader, Teach Better Talk dives into the key questions that drive education today.Weekly interviews with experts from around the world, sharing cutting-edge science, groundbreaking research, and practical tools to help you master the art of teaching, efficiently manage a school, and reach every learner in your community.Catch the official podcast of the Teach Better Podcast Network every Tuesday through Thursday for fresh episodes to inspire, inform, and ignite your passion for education.► Thanks for subscribing!

In this enlightening Admin Mastermind session, Joshua Stamper and Chad Ostrowski explored the concept of the Marigold Effect, drawing parallels between gardening and school culture. Just as marigolds protect and encourage plant growth in gardens, positive and supportive individuals, or "marigolds," can foster a thriving environment for teachers in schools. We delved into strategies for identifying, cultivating, and empowering these marigolds to positively influence their colleagues and the school community. Additionally, we addressed the presence of "walnut trees" in schools, metaphorically representing toxic individuals whose negative attitudes can inhibit growth and spread toxicity. We discussed practical approaches for school leaders to navigate interactions with such individuals, minimize their toxic influence, and create a healthier and more supportive environment for everyone. Join us as we explore the importance of nurturing positive relationships, fostering collaboration, and creating a culture where all individuals can thrive and contribute to the collective growth of the school community. Article used in the conversation: www.cultofpedagogy.com/marigolds/ Be sure to join our FREE School Administrators Mastermind - which includes weekly Zoom meetings and a private Facebook community.

⏰ Rise and Shine with "Teach Better Today": Your Daily Morning Show at 7am ET! ⭐ Are you ready to kickstart your day with a burst of inspiration and valuable insights? We're thrilled to present "Teach Better Today," a dynamic daily morning show designed to support educators like you in reaching every single student in your classroom. Tune in every weekday morning Monday - Friday at 7am ET, as we bring you an engaging livestream packed with practical content, expert tips, and inspiring stories. Hosted by a team of passionate educators, this show is your daily dose of motivation and professional development, right at the start of your day. Join us as we explore innovative strategies, proven practices, and research-backed techniques to empower you in supporting all students in your classroom. From differentiation and inclusive teaching to fostering a positive classroom culture, "Teach Better Today" covers a wide range of topics to enhance your teaching skills and reach new levels of effectiveness. Don't miss out on this unparalleled opportunity to grow as an educator and connect with a vibrant community of like-minded professionals. Join us each morning and start your day on the path to teaching excellence. Together, we can make a lasting impact and ensure every student receives the support they need to thrive. Mark your calendars, set your alarms, and get ready to make a difference—join us for "Teach Better Today" every weekday morning at 7am ET. Let's unlock the potential of every student, one day at a time. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/teach-better-talk/message

⏰ Rise and Shine with "Teach Better Today": Your Daily Morning Show at 7am ET! ⭐ Are you ready to kickstart your day with a burst of inspiration and valuable insights? We're thrilled to present "Teach Better Today," a dynamic daily morning show designed to support educators like you in reaching every single student in your classroom. Tune in every weekday morning Monday - Friday at 7am ET, as we bring you an engaging livestream packed with practical content, expert tips, and inspiring stories. Hosted by a team of passionate educators, this show is your daily dose of motivation and professional development, right at the start of your day. Join us as we explore innovative strategies, proven practices, and research-backed techniques to empower you in supporting all students in your classroom. From differentiation and inclusive teaching to fostering a positive classroom culture, "Teach Better Today" covers a wide range of topics to enhance your teaching skills and reach new levels of effectiveness. Don't miss out on this unparalleled opportunity to grow as an educator and connect with a vibrant community of like-minded professionals. Join us each morning and start your day on the path to teaching excellence. Together, we can make a lasting impact and ensure every student receives the support they need to thrive. Mark your calendars, set your alarms, and get ready to make a difference—join us for "Teach Better Today" every weekday morning at 7am ET. Let's unlock the potential of every student, one day at a time. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/teach-better-talk/message

⏰ Rise and Shine with "Teach Better Today": Your Daily Morning Show at 7am ET! ⭐ Are you ready to kickstart your day with a burst of inspiration and valuable insights? We're thrilled to present "Teach Better Today," a dynamic daily morning show designed to support educators like you in reaching every single student in your classroom. Tune in every weekday morning Monday - Friday at 7am ET, as we bring you an engaging livestream packed with practical content, expert tips, and inspiring stories. Hosted by a team of passionate educators, this show is your daily dose of motivation and professional development, right at the start of your day. Join us as we explore innovative strategies, proven practices, and research-backed techniques to empower you in supporting all students in your classroom. From differentiation and inclusive teaching to fostering a positive classroom culture, "Teach Better Today" covers a wide range of topics to enhance your teaching skills and reach new levels of effectiveness. Don't miss out on this unparalleled opportunity to grow as an educator and connect with a vibrant community of like-minded professionals. Join us each morning and start your day on the path to teaching excellence. Together, we can make a lasting impact and ensure every student receives the support they need to thrive. Mark your calendars, set your alarms, and get ready to make a difference—join us for "Teach Better Today" every weekday morning at 7am ET. Let's unlock the potential of every student, one day at a time. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/teach-better-talk/message

Welcome to another insightful episode of the School Administrators' Mastermind Recap! Join hosts Joshua Stamper and Chad Ostrowski as they delve into the complex terrain of "Dealing with Undermining Behavior." In this candid discussion, Joshua and Chad explore strategies and insights to address situations where staff members may be undermining leadership by reporting minor issues up the chain of command. Drawing on their wealth of experience, the hosts provide practical tips and thoughtful perspectives to help school administrators navigate these challenges effectively. Key Highlights:

Welcome to another enlightening episode of the School Administrator Mastermind Recap! Join hosts Chad Ostrowski and Joshua Stamper as they dive into the dynamic world of "Unlocking Effective Co-Teaching Models in Education." In this thought-provoking recap, Chad and Joshua explore various co-teaching models that have proven successful in educational settings. From collaborative team-teaching to station teaching and parallel teaching, this discussion provides a comprehensive overview of strategies that empower educators to enhance the learning experience for all students. Key highlights include:

Welcome to Admin Mastermind Recap! Join us in this enlightening episode as Joshua Stamper and Chad Ostrowski engage in a thought-provoking discussion on the topic of "Homework and Retesting: Building a Path to Mastery." In the ever-evolving landscape of education, homework and retesting strategies play a pivotal role in shaping students' learning journeys. Joshua and Chad delve deep into this critical conversation, exploring how these elements can be harnessed to foster true mastery and understanding. Join the conversation by sharing your thoughts and experiences in the comments section below. Let's create a supportive community where administrators and educators can collaborate and learn from one another. Don't miss this opportunity to gain fresh perspectives and practical strategies. Subscribe to our channel for more enlightening discussions and expert insights to empower educational leaders.

Welcome to the School Administrator's Mastermind Recap! In this engaging episode, join our hosts Joshua Stamper and Chad Ostrowski as they dive deep into the perplexing world of student distractions. We explore the ever-evolving challenges educators face in keeping students focused and engaged in today's fast-paced digital age. From chatty classrooms to the allure of screens, student distractions are a universal concern. Joshua and Chad share valuable insights, innovative strategies, and real-world experiences that can help administrators and educators tackle this pressing issue head-on. Our dynamic discussion covers various aspects of the student distraction dilemma, including identifying common distractions, understanding their impact on learning, and implementing practical solutions. But this is not just about us talking - we want to hear from YOU! Share your thoughts, experiences, and successful strategies for combating student distractions in the comments section below. Let's build a supportive community where administrators, teachers, and parents can collaborate and learn from one another. Don't miss this opportunity to gain fresh perspectives on managing student distractions. Subscribe to our channel for more enlightening discussions, expert insights, and resources designed to empower educational leaders.

Zoom in Rae Hughart and her adorable dogs! (Sorry we don't have video for you to see, but trust me- so precious!) In this episode, Rae shares her thoughts on different practices for different phases of life and much more! Big shoutouts to Jeff Gargas and Chad Ostrowski! Mentioned in the show: Happyfeed App and TeachBetterConference.com (DM Rae for a discount code) Transcript available here. About Our Guest: Rae Hughart is the CXO of the Teach Better Team, Former Executive Director of the Association of Middle-Grade Schools, TEDx Speaker, Educator, and author of “Teachers Deserve It” and “Teach Better” books. After being inducted into The Illinois State University Hall of Fame in 2017, Rae was awarded the 2018 First Place Henry Ford Teacher Innovator Award for her innovative educational impact through the Teach Further Model. In 2021, Rae Hughart presented on the TEDx stage to consider progressive, data supported practices to further 21st century learners. & Website: Twitter: @RaeHughart & @teachbetterteam Instagram: @RaeHughart & @teachbetterteam About Lainie: Lainie Rowell is an educator, international consultant, podcaster, and TEDx speaker. She is the lead author of Evolving Learner and a contributing author of Because of a Teacher. Her latest book, Evolving with Gratitude, was just released. An experienced teacher and district leader, her expertise includes learner-driven design, community building, online/blended learning, and professional learning. Learn more at linktr.ee/lainierowell. Twitter - @LainieRowell Instagram - @LainieRowell Evolving with Gratitude, the book, is now available! Purchase here! You can also get bulk orders for your staff (10 copies or more) at a discounted price! Just fill out the form linked below and someone will get back to you ASAP! bit.ly/ewgbulkdiscount

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A fascinating interview with Chad Ostrowski, Rae Hughart, and Jeff Gargas of Teach Better, one of the content entrepreneur case studies from Content Inc. Includes the origin story, audience-building techniques, revenue strategies and strategic planning. ------- See all Content Inc episodes at the Content Inc. podcast home. Get more by subscribing to TheTilt.com newsletter. Order the new version of Joe's best-selling book today - Content Inc.: Start a Content-First Business, Build a Massive Audience and Become Radically Successful (with little to no money)  

In today's episode, I chat with Chad Ostrowski, creator of The Grid Method and CEO of Teach Better. We discuss how Chad's hardest year of teaching led him to develop this new method of instruction and how it could work for you and your classroom. Listeners can save 25% on The Grid Method Course by using code: GoodMorningTeacher at checkout. Follow Chad on Twitter @chadostrowski or on Instagram @chad.a.ostrowskiTo follow Teach Better on Instagram or Twitter, you can follow them @teachbetterteamFor all the links mentioned in the show, click here. For more ideas, visit our Maneuvering the Middle blog, join our Facebook community, and follow us @maneuveringthemiddle. Want to be notified of upcoming episodes? Subscribe and leave a review. *Resources Mentioned*Maneuvering the Middle Curriculum6th Grade TEKS | 7th Grade TEKS | 8th Grade TEKS6th Grade CCSS | 7th Grade CCSS | 8th Grade CCSS

Jeff Gargas is the COO and Co-founder of the Teach Better Team (Creators of www.teachbetter.com, The Grid Method, and Teach Further) and co-author of the book, “Teach Better.” He works with educators to increase student engagement and improve student success. He also offers 1-on-1 coaching for teachers who have a product or idea they want to share with others to better education. Jeff shares a refreshing perspective on education using The Grid Method. Here's What We Cover in This Episode Being a successful entrepreneur is about passion Grid Method-Framework for implementing student centered-self paced learning How much cash you have matters in running a business Build your company by listening to your audience Stay steady in spite of your up's and down's Don't listen to others who may rain on your dreams Jeff's Book Recommendations https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1949595668/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=successascent-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=1949595668&linkId=ac246094810f6ab6692ea72115ba489f (Teach Better by Chad Ostrowski, Tiffany Ott, Rae Hughart, Jeff Gargas  ) https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0241976278/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=successascent-20&camp=1789&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=0241976278&linkId=5e52a3e833343367d642b2ed6d96299c (The Go-Giver: A Little Story About a Powerful Business Idea by John David Mann & Bob Burg ) Connect with Jeff https://twitter.com/jeffgargas (Twitter) https://www.linkedin.com/in/jeffgargas/ (LinkedIn) https://www.instagram.com/_JeffGargas (Instagram) http://www.teachbetter.com (Website)

In this bonus episode, Chad Ostrowski and Dave Schmittou provide an awesome rewind of a recent Admin Mastermind and all the great things happening inside the group. Every Tuesday, the Teach Better Team hosts an Admin Mastermind, both in the morning and evening, where administrators from all over the world connect and discuss major ideas, topics and issues related to school leadership, culture and administration. To join us for our next Admin Mastermind, head on over to www.teachbettergroup.com/mastermind to get signed up and also, feel free to follow us on social media. Twitter: @teachbetterteam Instagram: @teachbetterteam Facebook: @teachbetterteam YouTube: @teachbetterteam --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/teach-better-talk/message

Join Jeff & Adam as we sit down to chat with the COO & Co-Founder of the Teach Better Team! Jeff Gargas and Chad Ostrowski built the Teach Better Team from the ground up on one major premise - to help educators be better today than they were yesterday and be better tomorrow than they were today. It's not about the comparison to the teacher down the hallway or who you may follow on your favorite social networking platform. It's about a pursuit of Better. Jeff's Background is NOT in education web design, content marketing, social media management Listen to Jeff talk about building the Teach Better Team How do you support new teachers? Get them setup within their first years to avoid burnout. Coaching Leadership Struggles? Delegation Concept of taking opportunity from others if you DON'T delegate Trust what you know You don't have to earn my trust. I'll give it until you lose it. What gives you hope? Teachers are my hope. What do you want to leave listeners with? "Be better tomorrow than today." GUEST CONTACT INFO: Twitter: @jeffgargas Website: Teach Better Instagram: _jeffgargas HOST CONTACT INFO: INSTAGRAM Dr. Jeff Prickett Adam DeWitt TWITTER Dr. Jeff Prickett Adam DeWitt FACEBOOK Principal Leadership Lab Dr. Jeff Prickett Adam DeWitt

Chad Ostrowski is the CEO and Co-Founder of the Teach Better Team. "I have dedicated my professional career to helping schools be better. While I'm not an administrator I work closely with administrators, teachers and stakeholders across the country to help them improve schools. This is possible from building trust, relationships and providing solutions to their needs that produce results. Hearing a student in a classroom tell me they've never loved schools so much or a principal sharing that they've gotten their school out of academic emergency through our work drives my motivation to do more." Topics Discussed: Building a team Defining a mission Trusting others to execute Never allowing excuses Contact Chad Ostrowski on Twitter @chadostrowski Teach Better Book

Jeff goes live with Teach Better Team CEO and co-founder, Chad Ostrowski, to address some recently asked questions. Enjoy! To engage live with the team, go to www.teachbettergroup.com or follow us on social media. Twitter: @teachbetterteam Instagram: @teachbetterteam Facebook: @teachbetterteam YouTube: @teachbetterteam --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/teach-better-talk/message

Meghan Deegan, Chad Ostrowski, and Katelynn Giordano join us to chat about 200 episodes of Teach Better Talk, their journeys with the team, and why none of them really listen to the podcast. More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/episode200. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/teach-better-talk/message

Chad Ostrowski of the Teach Better Team joins us to discuss teaching, professional learning, and educator self-care. In this episode, you’ll learn tips that can help you elevate your practice, both in-person and remotely. Check out the episode and the links below to learn more! Contact Information Twitter: @ChadOstrowski @TeachBetterTeam Website: TeachBetter.com Teachbetteracademy.com teachbetterconference.com Remember to check out this and all past episodes at www.LearningThroughLeading.com and click the Subscribe button at the top of the screen to have every episode delivered right to your email inbox. You can find us on Twitter at @DrNickSutton @YodaMatt68 The Learning Through Leading Podcast is produced in partnership with the Learning Technology Center of Illinois. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/learningthroughleading/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/learningthroughleading/support

This is a livestream with with Jeff and Chad Ostrowski of the Teach Better Team. During this livestream, we chat about the 3 questions you need to ask and answer to increase student success, whether in a physical classroom, a virtual classroom, a blended classroom, or some new hybrid of in person and remote learning after COVID-19. For more visit www.teachbetter.com. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/teach-better-talk/message

Chad Ostrowski and Neil Gupta drop in to the Teach Better Team private Facebook group as part of our effort to support you in anyway we can during this unique and challenging time while schools are closed for an unknown period of time as our country tries to fend off the COVID-19/Coronavirus pandemic.    If you need anything, please do not hesitate to reach out on social media or via email at info@teachbetter.com     We're here for you!   To join the private Facebook group, visit: www.facebook.com/groups/teachbetterteam Learn more at:  www.teachbetter.com Follow us on Twitter: @teachbetterteam Connect on facebook: @teachbetterteam Follow us on Instagram: @teachbetterteam Free Online Course: www.teachbetteracademy.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/teach-better-talk/message

Chad Ostrowski and Kim Strobel drop in to the Teach Better Team private Facebook group as part of our effort to support you in anyway we can during this unique and challenging time while schools are closed for an unknown period of time as our country tries to fend off the COVID-19/Coronavirus pandemic. If you need anything, please do not hesitate to reach out on social media or via email at info@teachbetter.com We're here for you! To join the private Facebook group, visit: www.facebook.com/groups/teachbetterteam Learn more at: www.teachbetter.com Follow us on Twitter: @teachbetterteam Connect on facebook: @teachbetterteam Follow us on Instagram: @teachbetterteam Free Online Course: www.teachbetteracademy.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/teach-better-talk/message

Chad Ostrowski and Kristen Koppers drop in to the Teach Better Team private Facebook group as part of our effort to support you in anyway we can during this unique and challenging time while schools are closed for an unknown period of time as our country tries to fend off the COVID-19/Coronavirus pandemic. If you need anything, please do not hesitate to reach out on social media or via email at info@teachbetter.com We're here for you! To join the private Facebook group, visit: www.facebook.com/groups/teachbetterteam Learn more at: www.teachbetter.com Follow us on Twitter: @teachbetterteam Connect on facebook: @teachbetterteam Follow us on Instagram: @teachbetterteam Free Online Course: www.teachbetteracademy.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/teach-better-talk/message

In this episode of The Wired Educator Podcast, I interview Chad Ostrowski. Chad is the co-author of an awesome new book titled Teach Better, he is the creator of an amazing system to help you become a better educator, called The Grid Method, and he is a member of the Teach Better Team, they create awesome resources for educators.  Chad and I really connect in this interview. It's a lot of fun and it's full of value. Buckle-up. Chad was Former MS Science teacher in a high needs economically disadvantaged school district. He Developed and created The Grid Method to reach ALL of his students regardless of need. In 2015 Chad founded the Teach Better Team with Jeff Gargas and now works with school districts, schools, and teachers across the country to help them reach more students. As a published author, trainer, and keynote speaker he has helped schools improve student outcomes across the country. Chad and I talk about:  Instruction, Assessment, Mastery Learning, Self-paced learning, student-centered learning, Classroom Management, Student-Ownership, and more!  Mentioned in this episode:  Send Kelly a 90-second voicemail. Ask a question, leave a comment, or answer these, "What struggles are you facing as an educator during remote learning? What solutions have you created? How will you celebrate and end your year remotely? To leave your voicemail, just click here: https://wirededucator.com/ask-kelly/ Order a copy of Chad's awesome new book,Teach Better. Visit Chad's blog: www.teachbetter.com/blog Check out his website full of amazing resources:  www.teachbetter.com Listen to The Teach Better Talk - Podcast Sign-up for Kelly's newsletter here. Kelly Croy is an author, speaker, and educator. If you'd like to learn more about Kelly or invite him to your school or conference to speak please send him an email. • Listen to Kelly's other podcast, The Future Focused Podcast and subscribe. • Subscribe to The Wired Educator Podcast with over 150 episodes of interviews and professional development. • Visit Kelly's website at www.KellyCroy.com. • Looking for a dynamic speaker for your school's opening day? • Consider Kelly Croy at www.KellyCroy.com • Order Kelly's book, Along Came a Leader for a school book study or your personal library. • Follow Kelly Croy on Facebook.  • Follow Kelly Croy on Twitter.  •  Follow Kelly Croy on Instagram   

Chad Ostrowski and Nick Man drop in to the Teach Better Team private Facebook group as part of our effort to support you in anyway we can during this unique and challenging time while schools are closed for an unknown period of time as our country tries to fend off the COVID-19/Coronavirus pandemic. If you need anything, please do not hesitate to reach out on social media or via email at info@teachbetter.com We're here for you! To join the private Facebook group, visit: www.facebook.com/groups/teachbetterteam Learn more at: www.teachbetter.com Follow us on Twitter: @teachbetterteam Connect on facebook: @teachbetterteam Follow us on Instagram: @teachbetterteam Free Online Course: www.teachbetteracademy.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/teach-better-talk/message

Chad Ostrowski and Chris Collins drop in to the Teach Better Team private Facebook group as part of our effort to support you in anyway we can during this unique and challenging time while schools are closed for an unknown period of time as our country tries to fend off the COVID-19/Coronavirus pandemic. If you need anything, please do not hesitate to reach out on social media or via email at info@teachbetter.com We're here for you! To join the private Facebook group, visit: www.facebook.com/groups/teachbetterteam Learn more at: www.teachbetter.com Follow us on Twitter: @teachbetterteam Connect on facebook: @teachbetterteam Follow us on Instagram: @teachbetterteam Free Online Course: www.teachbetteracademy.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/teach-better-talk/message

Chad Ostrowski and Shamaine Bertrand drop in to the Teach Better Team private Facebook group as part of our effort to support you in anyway we can during this unique and challenging time while schools are closed for an unknown period of time as our country tries to fend off the COVID-19/Coronavirus pandemic. If you need anything, please do not hesitate to reach out on social media or via email at info@teachbetter.com We're here for you! To join the private Facebook group, visit: www.facebook.com/groups/teachbetterteam Learn more at: www.teachbetter.com Follow us on Twitter: @teachbetterteam Connect on facebook: @teachbetterteam Follow us on Instagram: @teachbetterteam Free Online Course: www.teachbetteracademy.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/teach-better-talk/message

Chad Ostrowski and Rob Breyer drop in to the Teach Better Team private Facebook group as part of our effort to support you in anyway we can during this unique and challenging time while schools are closed for an unknown period of time as our country tries to fend off the COVID-19/Coronavirus pandemic. If you need anything, please do not hesitate to reach out on social media or via email at info@teachbetter.com We're here for you! To join the private Facebook group, visit: www.facebook.com/groups/teachbetterteam Learn more at: www.teachbetter.com Follow us on Twitter: @teachbetterteam Connect on facebook: @teachbetterteam Follow us on Instagram: @teachbetterteam Free Online Course: www.teachbetteracademy.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/teach-better-talk/message

Chad Ostrowski and Mark Heller drop in to the Teach Better Team private Facebook group as part of our effort to support you in anyway we can during this unique and challenging time while schools are closed for an unknown period of time as our country tries to fend off the COVID-19/Coronavirus pandemic. If you need anything, please do not hesitate to reach out on social media or via email at info@teachbetter.com We're here for you! To join the private Facebook group, visit: www.facebook.com/groups/teachbetterteam Learn more at: www.teachbetter.com Follow us on Twitter: @teachbetterteam Connect on facebook: @teachbetterteam Follow us on Instagram: @teachbetterteam Free Online Course: www.teachbetteracademy.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/teach-better-talk/message

Assistant Principal, Joe Sage, chats with us about handling the shift to distance learning, trying new things, and the power of listening first. More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/joesage Episode Highlights 8:20 - Shout out to Alex Oris for being awesome on one of our Daily Drop Ins. Follow Alex @MrOrisTech. 10:14 - Previewing the episode with Joe Sage. 16:02 - Joe introduces himself. 18:29 - Discussing how Joe and his team are handling the shift to distance learning during the COVID-19/Coronavirus pandemic. 22:38 - Joe's failure: Parent Groups - trying to create this with other groups. Complaint from a teacher - not present in the building 27:50 - What's keeping Joe excited about education right now: The teachers. 29:30 - Joe's advice for teachers: Try something new. 31:50 - 6 questions answered in 15 seconds or less. 36:25 - How to connect with Joe. Joe's Recommendations EdTech Tool: Google Meet, Canva Book: "Teach Better" by Chad Ostrowski, Tiffany Ott, Rae Hughart, and Jeff Gargas. "White Fragility" by Robin DiAngelo Who to Follow on Social Media: Simon Sinek (@SimonSinek) Shawn Peck (@Shawnpeck6) YouTube/Podcast/Website/Blog: Teaching During COVID 19 (facebook group, 112,000 members) Daily/Weekly/Monthly Routine: Find a student and tell them why they matter (daily). Make a call of the day home(weekly). Reflect (monthly) Best piece of advice you've ever received: Listen first, speak last. Links to Connect With Joe Twitter: @JoeSageFHS Instagram: @JoeSageFHS --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/teach-better-talk/message

Chad Ostrowski drops in to the Teach Better Team private Facebook group as part of our effort to support you in anyway we can during this unique and challenging time while schools are closed for an unknown period of time as our country tries to fend off the COVID-19/Coronavirus pandemic. If you need anything, please do not hesitate to reach out on social media or via email at info@teachbetter.com We're here for you! To join the private Facebook group, visit: www.facebook.com/groups/teachbetterteam Learn more at: www.teachbetter.com Follow us on Twitter: @teachbetterteam Connect on facebook: @teachbetterteam Follow us on Instagram: @teachbetterteam Free Online Course: www.teachbetteracademy.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/teach-better-talk/message

Chad Ostrowski and Jeff Gargas drop in to the Teach Better Team private Facebook group as part of our effort to support you in anyway we can during this unique and challenging time while schools are closed for an unknown period of time as our country tries to fend off the COVID-19/Coronavirus pandemic. If you need anything, please do not hesitate to reach out on social media or via email at info@teachbetter.com We're here for you! To join the private Facebook group, visit: www.facebook.com/groups/teachbetterteam Learn more at: www.teachbetter.com Follow us on Twitter: @teachbetterteam Connect on facebook: @teachbetterteam Follow us on Instagram: @teachbetterteam Free Online Course: www.teachbetteracademy.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/teach-better-talk/message

Chad Ostrowski delivers a keynote talk at the 2019 Teach Better Conference in Akron, Ohio. For more information on the Teach Better Conference, visit www.teachbetterconference.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/teach-better-talk/message

In this episode of The Wired Educator Podcast, I interview Kyle Pearce about making math moments that matter. Kyle is an amazing resource and inspiration in education. This is an awesome interview for all educators because Kyle is so inspiring. Regardless of what you teach, I know Kyle has something for you to help you level up. Yes, he is that inspiring! This is a super-cool interview with a brilliant educational leader. You are going to love it.  Kyle Pearce is a former high school math teacher and now the K-12 Mathematics Consultant with the Greater Essex County District School Board, where he uncovers creative ways to spark curiosity and fuel sense making in mathematics. He is the co-host of the Making Math Moments That Matter Podcast [makemathmoments.com/podcast] and founder of the websites TapIntoTeenMinds.com and MathIsVisual.com.  Mentioned in this Episode:  Kyle's website: www.makemathmoments.com/podcast Kyle's other websites: TapIntoTeenMinds.com and MathIsVisual.com.  You can find Kyle on social media @MathletePearce. One of Kyle's choices for most influential book is How We Learn: The Surprising Truth About When, Where and Why it Happens by Benedict Carey.  Check out the Teach Better Team Podcast and resources. I just enrolled in one of their courses; it's awesome. The Teach Better Team is made up of Jeff Gargas, Chad Ostrowski, Rae Hughart, & Tiffany Ott. They are making an awesome impact in education.  Are you #Wired2Teach? Are you doing something amazing in education? I want to know. I want to recognize listeners of the podcast and share it out to the world on www.WiredEducator.com, and I may even choose to interview you on the show. Check the show notes for a link to a form so you can submit your EDUawesomeness. Here is a link to the form: https://forms.gle/ovd1cZjd7YCx1Vyg7 Thank you for taking time from your busy week to listen to the show, level up and make a difference in the lives of students. You are awesome. Many of you are purchasing Christmas presents this time of year; I also hope you will consider my book Along Came a Leader as a gift for yourself, a colleague, and administrator, and a family member this holiday season. It's available on Amazon. It was a work of love. I am so proud of it. Level-up your leadership. Discover the 8 core attributes of leadership and how to put them work to impact lives and lead. We need leaders. If you've already read it, I hope you will leave a review.  I also encourage you to follow me on Instagram between now and Christmas Day because I am sharing lots of my artwork. I am drawing a Santa Claus every day and posting the speed-painting video of me drawing it, which is so much fun to watch, alongside the art. You can only find it on my Instagram. ———————————————- Kelly Croy is an author, speaker and educator. If you'd like to learn more about Kelly, or invite him to your school or conference to speak please send him an email. • Listen to Kelly's other podcast, The Future Focused Podcastand subscribe. • Subscribe to The Wired Educator Podcast with over 148 episodes of interviews and professional development. • Visit Kelly's website at www.KellyCroy.com. • Looking for a dynamic speaker for your school's opening day? • Consider Kelly Croy at www.KellyCroy.com • Order Kelly's book, Along Came a Leaderfor a school book study or your personal library. • Follow Kelly Croy on Facebook.  • Follow Kelly Croy on Twitter.  •  Follow Kelly Croy on Instagram       

This is an audio version of the blog post, "Why Your District Should Stop Worrying About Missed Days" Written by Chad Ostrowski (@chadostrowski). Read by Jeff Gargas (@jeffgargas). Read the post at www.teachbetter.com/blog/why-your-district-should-stop-worrying-about-missed-days. In This Post: The problem with time-based learning and why we should move away from it. A solution to make time more flexible and learning more important. How Mastery Learning can help you (and your school) make this shift & worry less about unplanned days off. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/teach-better-talk/message

With a new book being released and a flourishing business that delivers game-changing tools, strategies, and systems for teachers all over the globe, Jeff Gargas, the COO of the Teach Better Team seemed like a great fit for our podcast. I wanted to explore the parallels of what's working for educators and what's needed to help emerging leaders develop mutually meaningful work engagements. Teach Better Team's mission to help educators be better today than they were yesterday and be better tomorrow than they are today inspired a common thread in our conversation about comparison, competition, and the importance of being your most authentic self. In today's world, it's easy for any of us to fall into the trap of comparison – especially when scrolling through social media images that depict Instagram-worthy visual representations of perfection. For a teacher it might be a picture of an ideal lesson plan or masterfully decorated classroom. For the rest of us it can be photos of flawless homes, seemingly perfect relationships, completely collaborative teams, or office spaces that look like they have been lifted from the pages of Architectural Digest. As Theodore Roosevelt stated, “Comparison is a thief of joy.” It can often lead to those “not enough” thoughts that rob us of bandwidth and stifle our own talents. Jeff shared with me his early dream of being a “rock star” – which actually led him to his first collaboration with his Teach Better Co-Founder, Chad Ostrowski. Jeff had successfully built a record label and was on the path to the next level of success when the industry shifted, and he had to shut it down. That led him to a defining moment in his life when he questioned who he was without success. He found the perspective he needed to move forward from his wife and curiously from a line in the movie Cool Runnings. “If you are not enough without the gold medal, you'll never be enough with it.” Jeff's take-away: You have to understand who you are first. You have to get clear about your principles as a person. Know what you're passionate about and come from that place of authenticity. Jeff shared come great advice that he received relatively early in his career: “It's OK to compete – but don't compare.” We talked a little bit about healthy competition and how it can drive you to get better or stronger and get out of your comfort zones. We also looked at the flip side of that competitive spirit using the analogy of runners in a 5K or half marathon. Some are running, of course, to be first over the finish line or to enjoy the accolades of winning. Most, however, that we've seen are competing not with the other runners, but with themselves by asking the question, “How can I beat my best time?” That definitely falls in line with Jeff's company's approach to teaching teachers about the “pursuit of better”. I asked about a lightbulb moment for he and his team that really made an impact. I loved that he shared the story about how Chad Ostrowski wanted to create an eBook that would share The Grid Method, which creates astounding results for teachers and students. Jeff didn't think an eBook was enough, he told Chad that he was going to change the world. And story after story from teachers around the globe, it seems that's just what they are doing. Two examples: One teacher shared how Chad's strategies not only helped her create better pathways for learning for her students, but actually saved her marriage because, they helped reduce her stress and anxiety. A student shared how because of the new way his teacher was teaching, he was learning better and at a pace that worked for him and didn't have to try to keep up with others. He said, “Because I'm not as smart as everyone else so I move as fast, so now no one makes fun of me and I don't feel dumb anymore.” Now that's impactful – and world changing. Jeff's new book, Teach Better, is co-authored by his company teammates Chad Ostrowski, Tiffany Ott, and Rae Hughart. It is a terrific roadmap for growth for educators but also one worth the read for leaders from any industry. The mindset messages are universal, and the tactical elements of lesson planning and creating pathways for success are easily translated to the business practices of training, education, building relationships, and assessing progress. In response to my standard question relating to 3 takeaways, Jeff's response was this: Believe in what you do or go find something else to do. This was a strong statement, but so important about coming from a place where you can put all your passion and authenticity into what you do. That makes you a stronger leader. Serve others. Jeff shared his approach to his business. Even though he is technically the “boss” – he doesn't believe in the “they work for me” theory of leadership. He believes in the “I work for them” approach which ensures that he is always looking out for what elevates his team, not just himself. Work balance and the idea that “if you find something you love, you'll never work another day in your life” are myths. The truth is that if you really do love what you do, you're going to put in the hours and work even harder to make it work at the highest level. The second truth is that most people spend about 60% of their time at work so there really isn't balance. Instead of focusing on balance, focus on finding harmony. How can everything flow together? It was terrific getting to know Jeff better and of course, we so admire any person and organization who make it their mission to help our teachers and educators thrive in today's world. Kudos to the Teach Better Team for all they do. I loved exploring these concepts of comparison, competition, coming from a place of passion and authenticity and of course, changing the world. As a leader, how can you be better today than yesterday and better tomorrow than today? Let's have that conversation!

Have you, as a leader, continuously focused on your weaknesses instead of your strengths? My guest today found hardship early in his career, but instead of focusing on his struggles, he built a system that changed his career. Today’s guest is Chad Ostrowski and he focused on his strengths to create the Grid Method, which was the starting point of the Teach Better Team. Tweet This In this Episode, we discuss: Thriving in your Areas of Strengths The Teach Better Construction Focusing on Solutions Instead of the Problems Professional Development though Conferences, Facebook, and Twitter And Upcoming Projects Follow The Teach Better Team: Twitter: https://twitter.com/teachbetterteam (https://twitter.com/teachbetterteam) Website: https://www.teachbetter.com/ (https://www.teachbetter.com/) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/teachbetterteam (https://www.facebook.com/teachbetterteam) Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teachbetterteam (https://www.instagram.com/teachbetterteam) The Teach Better Podcast: https://www.teachbetter.com/podcast/ (https://www.teachbetter.com/podcast/) Follow Chad: Twitter: https://twitter.com/chadostrowski (https://twitter.com/chadostrowski)   Go Community! https://joshstamper.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/Go-Community.jpg ()Better Leaders Better Schools This community is one of my favorite one-stop-shop tools to engage with other amazing school leaders. I use this online resource to gain insight, gather resources, and develop my leadership capacity. The #1 Leadership Online community is generous and authentic, an antidote to the clutter and noise that other social media sites have become. What makes this community different is that it is: An investment, not free A private community with the same goal A conversation, not a variety of self-promoting presentations Evergreen, not ephemeral Focused on serving school leaders, not advertisers, companies, or investors I highly recommend using Go! Community to enhance your leadership skills! https://gumroad.com/a/907916403 (Click Here to Try Go! Community)   https://joshstamper.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/Celebrate-Your-Story.jpeg ()Todd Nesloney, Celebrate Your Story I want to invite you to an event that was just announced by Todd Nesloney, called “Celebrate Your Story”. This two day event will be January 24th and 25th, in Brenham TX. I will be speaking at the event with some of my Texas friends and it is going to be an incredible experience! This event is truly to provide enriching professional development for those who are looking to grow in their craft. If you want more details, https://www.eventbrite.com/e/celebrate-your-story-tickets-75517080621 (CLICK HERE)!   This post contains affiliate links. When you make a purchase through these links, The Aspire Podcast gets a small percentage of the sale at no extra cost to you. Tweet This Need a Presenter for a conference or school PD? https://joshstamper.com/contact/ (Contact Joshua Stamper ) for presentations on Restorative Practices, Leadership Development, and Innovative campus systems. Follow the Host, Joshua Stamper: Contact: https://joshstamper.com/contact/ (https://joshstamper.com/contact/) Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/Joshua__Stamper (www.twitter.com/Joshua__Stamper) Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/joshua__stamper (www.instagram.com/joshua__stamper) Linkedin: http://www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-stamper/ (www.linkedin.com/in/joshua-stamper) Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/AspirePodcast (https://www.facebook.com/AspirePodcast) Subscribe: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/aspire-the-leadership-development-podcast/id1384210762?mt=2 (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/aspire-the-leadership-development-podcast/id1384210762?mt=2) Join the Conversation My favorite part of recording a podcast each week is participating in the great conversations that happen on social media and in our comments

This week we welcome Chad Ostrowski to the show. Chad is the CEO of Teacher Better Team and has gone on his own wellness transformation journey. Chad is now down 90 lbs and joins us to share about his journey from a physical, mental, and emotional perspective. Be sure to follow Chad on social media: Twitter - @chadostrowski Instagram - @teachbetterteam

This is an audio version of the blog post, "Breaking Down Why District Initiatives Break Down" Written by Chad Ostrowski (@chadostrowski). Read by Rae Hughart (@raehughart) Read the post at www.teachbetter.com/blog/breaking-down-why-district-initiatives-break-down/ In This Post: The sad truth is, most district initiatives fail. There are common mistakes that are typically to blame for district initiatives failing, and they can be avoided. Start small, plan long-term, involve all stakeholders, provide follow-up, and choose the right provider, and you'll be off to a better start, with your initiative much more likely to succeed. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/teach-better-talk/message

Teach Better Team co-founder, and creator of The Grid Method, Chad Ostrowski, chats with us about the relentless pursuit of Better. Chad tells us the story of the worst year of his life and how it changed everything, explains why we thinks we have the best opportunity to create true change in education, and how you can be the best version of yourself. More at www.teachbetter.com/podcast/chadostrowski --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/teach-better-talk/message