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If major donor work keeps slipping to the bottom of your to-do list, you're not alone. In this episode, we dig into why getting started feels so darn hard, what's really behind the procrastination, and how to take simple, doable steps that actually build momentum. My guest, Lieve Hendren, brings years of experience helping nonprofits build mission-aligned donor relationships, and together we unpack how to move from "I know I should" to "I'm actually doing this… and it feels good." Episode Highlights 00:00 Introduction: The Best Time to Act is Now 00:09 The Importance of Diversifying Funding 00:16 Challenges in Implementing Strategies 00:21 Executive Directors' Dilemma 00:29 The Importance of Regular Strategy Conversations Meet the Guest My guest for this episode is Lieve. Lieve (lee-va) Hendren is an Executive Coach helping nonprofit leaders build mission-aligned relationships and launch or revitalize major donor programs. She's interviewed 420+ philanthropists and specializes in campaigns ranging from $8M to $400M. Author of The Joyful Flow Formula, Lieve shares a 3-step method to replace burnout with inspired productivity. She's worked with organizations like AdventHealth Foundation, Chicago Public Schools, Coca-Cola, and Save the Sound, and was part of the founding team at Predata, later acquired by FiscalNote. Lieve holds a degree from Princeton, is a certified coach, and is pursuing a master's in neuroscience of mental health at King's College London. Connect with Lieve: Website: https://lievehendren.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lievehendren/ LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/lhendren Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lieve.hendren Book Page: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CTD8CBD4 Sponsored Resource Join the Inspired Nonprofit Leadership Newsletter for weekly tips and inspiration for leading your nonprofit! Access it here >> Be sure to subscribe to Inspired Nonprofit Leadership so that you don't miss a single episode, and while you're at it, won't you take a moment to write a short review and rate our show? It would be greatly appreciated!   Let us know the topics or questions you would like to hear about in a future episode. You can do that and follow us on LinkedIn.

WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz updates the search for the next CEO for Chicago Public Schools.

WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz updates the search for the next CEO for Chicago Public Schools.

WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz updates the search for the next CEO for Chicago Public Schools.

Get the book, Leveled Reading, Leveled Lives: How Students' Reading Achievement Has Been Held Back and What We Can Do About It Visit Timothy's website, www.ShanahanOnLiteracy.com About The Author Timothy Shanahan is distinguished professor emeritus at the University of Illinois at Chicago. He served as the director of reading for the Chicago Public Schools, is the former president of the International Literacy Association, and served on the advisory board of the National Institute for Literacy under Presidents George W. Bush and Barack Obama. In 2007, he was inducted into the Reading Hall of Fame.   This episode of Principal Center Radio is sponsored by IXL, the most widely used online learning and teaching platform for K-12. Discover the power of data-driven instruction in your school with IXL—it gives you everything you need to maximize learning, from a comprehensive curriculum to meaningful school-wide data. Visit IXL.com/center to lead your school towards data-driven excellence today.   

You're listening to American Ground Radio with Louis R. Avallone and Stephen Parr. This is the full show for November 25, 2025. 0:30 Anthropic—the company behind Claude, one of the most advanced AI systems on the planet—just dropped a bombshell: a Chinese state-sponsored group hijacked a modified version of their tech and used it to launch what may be the first actual large-scale cyber-espionage campaign run almost entirely by AI. We're breaking down how Anthropic eventually shut it down—but they had to tell our government, not the other way around. Meanwhile the CIA, NSA, FBI—agencies with budgets bigger than entire countries—were too busy chasing political vendettas to notice an AI-driven cyber breach unfolding under their noses. 9:30 Plus, we cover the Top 3 Things You Need to Know. Georgia Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene has resigned from Congress. A federal Judge dismissed the indictments against both former FBI Director James Comey and current New York Attorney General Letitia James. Texas' Redistricting Map has been reinstated by the US Supreme Court. 12:30 Get Prodovite Plus from Victory Nutrition International for 20% off. Go to vni.life/agr and use the promo code AGR20. 13:00 We take a look at the situation unfolding in Italy. The Italian Interior Ministry revealed that foreign nationals make up only 9% of Italy’s population… but nearly HALF of all sexual-violence arrests. The problem? Refusal to assimilate. 16:30 American Mamas Teri Netterville and Kimberly Burleson dive into the rising trend of the so-called “gray divorce”—why longtime couples in their 50s, 60s, and even 70s are suddenly calling it quits after decades together. From Oprah’s town hall to real-life stories of retirement shock, infidelity, complacency, and even the unexpected role of the little blue pill, the Mamas break down why so many marriages are unraveling late in life. If you'd like to ask our American Mamas a question, go to our website, AmericanGroundRadio.com/mamas and click on the Ask the Mamas button. 23:00 We unpack the situation in Chicago Public Schools where fewer than one-third of students can read at grade level, but district officials somehow found $14 million to blow on luxury trips, hotel suites, and feel-good “leadership retreats.” 26:00 We Dig Deep into a jaw-dropping City Journal piece that pulls back the curtain on repeat offenders and the revolving door justice system enabling them. We walk through the wild case of Sergio Highland — a convicted killer turned “prison reform activist” — who posed with a Soros-backed DA one day and was charged with murder again the next. We dig into why crime in America is driven by a small group of chronic offenders — and why locking up the worst of the worst isn’t harsh, it’s common sense. 32:00 Get TrimROX from Victory Nutrition International for 20% off. Go to vni.life/agr and use the promo code AGR20. 32:30 We break down a brand-new YouGov poll that shows Democrats got absolutely steamrolled in the latest government shutdown showdown. Only 8% of Americans think Democrats “won” the fight, a number so low it’s practically a political face-plant. Even Democrats themselves admit the GOP came out ahead. 35:30 Plus, the University of Notre Dame makes it's Catholic mission clear, and that's a Bright Spot. We dive into last week’s dust-up at the University of Notre Dame, after an official article outlined the school’s “refreshed values” — community, collaboration, excellence, innovation — but made no explicit mention of the university’s historic Catholic identity. The university clarified and re-emphasized its core purpose, updating the mission language to put its Catholic identity at the top: “Be the leading Catholic research university… be a force for good.” 40:30 We’re talking about the sanctity of life from beginning to natural end. And then we pivot to a jaw-dropping move out of Scotland, where lawmakers are opening the door to assisted suicide with virtually no safeguards. Amendments to protect young people, the disabled, those vulnerable to coercion, or even individuals battling temporary depression? All rejected. Just tossed aside, and we're saying, "Whoa." 41:30 And we finish off today's show with some words of wisdom about purpose. Follow us: americangroundradio.com Facebook: facebook.com / AmericanGroundRadio Instagram: instagram.com/americangroundradio See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From prioritizing liberal media sources in assignments about misinformation to a renewed push for remote learning from Chicago Public Schools, schools around the nation are failing students. Nicki Neily, founder and president of Defending Education, joins Kelly Sadler on Politically Unstable.

Chicago Public Schools are failing. There is an official word of the year. The Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman visits the White House. Libs release an awkward message to the US military. Guests: Hayley Caronia and Monica Paige

On today's episode, Andy & DJ discuss House republicans being set to vote unanimously for the release of the Epstein files, Candace Owens breaking the news of Egyptian planes tracking Charlie Kirk's wife Erika, and Chicago Public schools being caught spending millions on luxurious travel worldwide despite horrendous performance from students. 

On today's Quick Start podcast: NEWS: President Trump launches America Prays, a nationwide call for spiritual renewal as the U.S. approaches its 250th anniversary. FOCUS: Moody Bible Institute sues Chicago Public Schools, alleging discrimination over religious hiring practices. MAIN THING: Rep. Maria Elvira Salazar breaks down her new immigration bill and why she believes it can finally help solve the crisis. LAST THING: Today's encouragement from Acts 28:31. PRAY WITH US! Faithwire.substack.com SHOW LINKS Faith in Culture: https://cbn.com/news/faith-culture Heaven Meets Earth PODCAST: https://cbn.com/lp/heaven-meets-earth NEWSMAKERS POD: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/newsmakers/id1724061454 Navigating Trump 2.0: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/navigating-trump-2-0/id1691121630

Trump Backs GOP Push To Release More Epstein Files. Marjorie Taylor Greene gets humiliated in CNN interview with Dana Bash. Jasmine Crockett come to defense of MTG. U.S. Census Bureau reports top 10 US cities losing residents are democrat run. Chicago Public Schools has infuriated parents after being caught spending MILLIONS on luxurious travel worldwide despite horrendous performance from students. Baltimore resident works to obstruct ICE arrests. #marjorietaylorgreene #trump #epstein #cnn #baltimore

California officials misled a federal judge about policies that hide students' "gender transitions" from parents at schools, bombshell documents uncovered by a legal firm appear to show.For decades, leftists in the media and in the Democrat Party have tried to sell a simple equation: to be Latino is to be liberal. They've claimed that any resistance to their radical, anti-American agenda—whether it's open borders, defunding the police, or socialist economic policies—is racist. But that narrative was never true, and millions of Latinos are proving it wrong every day. Chris Salcedo, host of the Chris Salcedo Radio Show, the Chris Salcedo Show on Newsmax TV, and The Salcedo Storm Podcast, joins me to discuss his new book, The Rise of the Liberty-Loving Latino, where he tells the story corparate, legacy media refuses to cover: how a growing number of Hispanic Americans are standing up for faith, family, freedom, and the Constitution.Last week, the White House announced new deals that Donald Trump made with drugmakers Eli Lilly and Novo Nordisk to lower the prices of some GLP-1 and weight-loss medications. J.D. Hayworth, a former House Ways and Means member and spokesperson for the Pharmaceutical Reform Alliance, joins me to discuss what this deal truly means for American patients. Is it a real step toward affordability, or just another profit play by Big Pharma? Hayworth can explain what Congress must do next to ensure lasting savings and accountability.Becky Noble, a journalist at Red State and her Substack Gumshoe Politics, joins me to discuss the latest with Chip Roy's bill to freeze immigration and the perks of working for the Chicago Public School system.Chris SalcedoThe Rise of the Liberty-Loving Latino: A New American RevolutionPharmaceutical Reform AllianceBecky Noble at Red StateGumshoe PoliticsBecome a supporter of Tapp into the Truth: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/tapp-into-the-truth--556114/support Tapp into the Truth on Rumble. Follow, watch the older shows, and join the live streams.“Remember Pop Rocks? Now, imagine they gave you superpowers.” Please let me introduce you to Energy Rocks! Born from the grit and ambition of a competitive athlete who wanted a better, cleaner way to fuel the body and mind, without the hassle of mixing powders, messy bottles, or caffeine crashes. Energy Rocks is a reimagining of energy into something fun, functional, and fantastically effective. A delicious popping candy energy supplement that delivers a rapid boost of clean energy and focus — anytime, anywhere. No water. No mixing. No bulky bottles. Just open, pop it in your mouth, and get ready to rock. Making any time the right time to “Get in the Zone, One Pop at a Time.”Take This Free Quiz To Find Out The Best & Worst Foods To Avoid For Joint Pain!Do you wake up in the morning with stiff joints or pain in your hips, back, knees, or elbows? Then, chances are you're feeling the effects of chronic inflammation taking its toll on your body. The good news is that it is NEVER too late to help get this under control. And the best part is certain foods help you do this naturally, without the need for prescription medications.If recent events have proven anything, you need to be as prepared as possible for when things go sideways. You certainly can't count on the government for help. True liberty requires self-reliance. My Patriot SupplySupport American jobs! Support the show! Get great products at great prices! Go to My Pillow and use promo code TAPP to save! Visit Patriot Mobile or Call (817) 380-9081 to take advantage of a FREE Month of service when you switch using promo code TAPP! Morning Kick is a revolutionary new daily drink from Roundhouse Provisions that combines ultra-potent greens like spirulina and kale with probiotics, prebiotics, collagen, and even ashwagandha. Just mix with water, stir, and enjoy!Follow Tapp into the Truth on Locals Follow Tapp into the Truth on SubstackHero SoapPatriot DepotBlue CoolersKoa CoffeeBrainMDDiamond CBDSauce Bae2nd SkullEinstokBeanstoxBelle IsleMomento AIHoneyFund"Homegrown" Boone's BourbonBlackout Coffee Co.Full Circle Brewing Co.Pasmosa Sangria  

Gavin Newsom's California gave 17,000 illegal aliens commercial drivers' licenses, and now the Department of Transportation is clawing them back. A federal judge hits the brakes on the Trump administration's plans to make America's highways safer. Chicago Public Schools workers blow nearly $8 million in taxpayer money on travel when its students are not proficient in reading or math. Good News takes us to Boston where a pint-sized fundraiser is trying to save an animal with superhero powers.

On today's program, Moody Bible Institute is suing the Chicago Public School system for excluding its students from the student-teaching program due to its religious hiring practices. We'll take a look. Plus, a second woman has come forward claiming ACNA Archbishop Steve Wood sexually harassed her. We'll have details. And, a new partnership shows how artificial intelligence is transforming Bible translation. But first, families of the children who died at Camp Mystic after the July 4 floods have filed a lawsuit against the camp. The lawsuit accuses the camp of negligence, gross negligence, intentional infliction of emotional distress, and liability based on inviting the victims onto the camp property then breaching its duty of care to them. The producer for today's program is Jeff McIntosh. We get database and other technical support from Stephen DuBarry, Rod Pitzer, and Casey Sudduth. Writers who contributed to today's program include Kim Roberts, Yonat Shimron, Kathryn Post, Isaac Wood, and Makella Knowles. Until next time, may God bless you.

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Katie Couric tries — and *FAILS* — to get John Fetterman to condemn Charlie Kirk. People love live music more than anything. Does Taylor Swift rock harder than AC/DC? How to win the Rock, Paper, Scissors game? JD Vance comments about the housing market, and illegal aliens. 9 Robbers of Vape shop escape in a "clown car". AI app allows you communicate with your loved ones who have passed. Release of the Epstein files promised. Chicago Public Schools spent $7.7 million of taxpayer money on travel last year. NES Controller Side Coffee Table Works with a real Nintendo. Housekeeping Olympics. Stephen A. Smith *RIPS INTO* Dems for only caring about Epstein Files under TRUMP. Jelly Roll's squatty potty, Bigger is better during Christmas. What's the best time to have Thanksgiving dinner. Govt Shutdown "impact". Dad who tells Dad jokes has gone viral. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Release of the Epstein files promised. Chicago Public Schools spent $7.7 million of taxpayer money on travel last year. NES Controller Side Coffee Table Works with a real Nintendo. Housekeeping Olympics. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Our guest this week is Tom Chibucos of Chicago, IL, who is a Related Service Provider Manager of Speech-Language Pathology & Audiology services at Chicago Public Schools and father of two including one who is on the Autism spectrum.  Tom and his wife, Michelle, have been married for 20 years and are the proud parents of two children; Sylvie (10) and Vincent (9), who is non-verbal and on the Autism spectrum.Tom is also a co-founder of Pediatric Therapy Network Chicago, started in 2010 to deliver highly skilled therapeutic support to young children and families in their homes and communities so that all children can fully participate in the joys of childhood.We'll hear Tom's story, his commitment to family and service to others on this episode of the SFN Dad to Dad Podcast.Show Notes -Phone – (773) 818-3491Email – tomchibucos@gmail.comLinkedIn –  https://www.linkedin.com/in/thomaschibucos/Website - https://www.ptnchicago.com/Special Fathers Network -SFN is a dad to dad mentoring program for fathers raising children with special needs. Many of the 800+ SFN Mentor Fathers, who are raising kids with special needs, have said: "I wish there was something like this when we first received our child's diagnosis. I felt so isolated.  There was no one within my family, at work, at church or within my friend group who understood or could relate to what I was going through."SFN Mentor Fathers share their experiences with younger dads closer to the beginning of their journey raising a child with the same or similar special needs. The SFN Mentor Fathers do NOT offer legal or medical advice, that is what lawyers and doctors do. They simply share their experiences and how they have made the most of challenging situations.Check out the 21CD YouTube Channel with dozens of videos on topics relevant to dads raising children with special needs - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzDFCvQimWNEb158ll6Q4cA/videosPlease support the SFN. Click here to donate: https://21stcenturydads.org/donate/Special Fathers Network: https://21stcenturydads.org/  SFN Mastermind Group - https://21stcenturydads.org/sfn-mastermind-group/Special thanks to SFN Mentor Father, SFN Mastermind Group dad and 21CD board member Shane Madden for creating the SFN jingle on the front and back end of the podcast.. 

From a blind taste test with sensory food scientists, to a female gaming station, Chicago Public School's second Women in STEM Career Fair held at the Wintrust Sports Complex in Bedford Park featured representatives from almost any job you could imagine.

From a blind taste test with sensory food scientists, to a female gaming station, Chicago Public School's second Women in STEM Career Fair held at the Wintrust Sports Complex in Bedford Park featured representatives from almost any job you could imagine.

From a blind taste test with sensory food scientists, to a female gaming station, Chicago Public School's second Women in STEM Career Fair held at the Wintrust Sports Complex in Bedford Park featured representatives from almost any job you could imagine.

Supreme Court weighs appeal of same-sex marriage ruling...Moody Bible Institute accusing Chicago Public Schools of religious discrimination...and Flordia sues Planned Parenthood over abortion drugs.

These are tough times for teachers and students, for young people and their families, for immigrant communities, for people of color, for all of us. All times are tough, of course, but the consolidation of white supremacist power, the organized acts of everyday cruelty, the disdain for humanity, the consolidation of autocracy, the performance of savagery, the unchecked embrace of selfishness, selective humanization and the rendering of large sections of human beings as disposable—the vilest human qualities and the beating heart of capitalism—make our lives all the more precarious, and precious. We're joined by Kathryn (Kat) Zamarron, a Chicago Public School teacher, in a wide-ranging conversation focussed on the complex reality of supporting children and youth and their families in dark times.

Moody Bible Institute is claiming religious discrimination in a lawsuit against the Chicago Board of Education. The conservative Christian group Alliance Defending Freedom filed a federal lawsuit Tuesday over Chicago Public Schools' student teaching program.

Moody Bible Institute is claiming religious discrimination in a lawsuit against the Chicago Board of Education. The conservative Christian group Alliance Defending Freedom filed a federal lawsuit Tuesday over Chicago Public Schools' student teaching program.

Moody Bible Institute is claiming religious discrimination in a lawsuit against the Chicago Board of Education. The conservative Christian group Alliance Defending Freedom filed a federal lawsuit Tuesday over Chicago Public Schools' student teaching program.

My guest this month is Coach Thomas Dellota. Coach Dellota is the director of strength and conditioning at Niles West High School, located in Skokie Illinois, about 5 miles north of Chicago. We discuss his background and his early days working in the Chicago Public School system and then his transition to NW. We also discuss the process of a weight room rebrand and redesign. Coach Dellota also talks about what it's like as an Asian-American in the field of strength and conditioning. Lastly, we dive into some awesome things going on outside of his work at Niles West such as his private coaching and being featured in Men's and Women's Health magazine. Enjoy!Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/strengthcoachdlo/School Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/n_w_strength/Coach Dellota's Teambuilr articles: https://blog.teambuildr.com/author/thomas-dellotaInterview with Prep Strength Coach: https://prepstrengthcoach.com/videos/transforming-high-school-strength-coaching-with-teambuilder/DLO Performane Website: https://dloperformance.com/

In this inspiring episode of Develop This!, host Joi Cuartero Austin sits down with her sister, Christine Cuartero, Co-Director of the Filipino School of Chicago, to explore how cultural heritage can shape stronger communities and local economies.  October marks Filipino American History Month, a time to honor the resilience, creativity, and contributions of Filipino Americans across generations. Joi and Christine discuss how celebrating heritage is more than preserving tradition; it's an act of community-building, identity, and empowerment.  From the diverse neighborhood of Albany Park in Chicago, Christine shares the story of how a group of Pinay mothers in education came together to found a school rooted in bayanihan (collective spirit), kapwa (shared humanity), and cultural pride.  Together, they discuss how cultural education fosters belonging, how immigrant stories shape the economic and social fabric of neighborhoods, and how investing in heritage is a powerful strategy for local revitalization.  In this episode:  The significance of Filipino American History Month and why representation matters.  The story behind the Filipino School of Chicago, founded by a group of Pinay educators to preserve culture, language, and pride for the next generation.  How Albany Park's diversity is both a cultural and economic asset.  How cultural spaces foster belonging and retention, key factors in economic development.  The role of heritage-based entrepreneurship and cultural businesses in driving local vitality.  Why bayanihan, the Filipino spirit of collective effort, mirrors the principles of successful community and economic development.  Practical ways economic developers can partner with immigrant-led and cultural organizations to strengthen inclusivity and representation in local economies. Daughter of immigrants from Orani, Bataan and Quezon City, Christine C is an educator and community organizer with over a decade of service across public school settings and neighborhoods in Chicago and New York City. Committed to equity and civic engagement, she's worked with organizations like El Puente (NYC) and the National Center for Urban Education of Illinois State University (Chicago) to connect community based organizations with schools, lead service-learning initiatives, and mentor future educators. Christine is a Chicago Public Schools leader and parent, and co-founder of the Filipino School of Chicago. She currently works as a case manager at a CPS elementary school.          

WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports on the call for Chicago Public Schools to expand e-learning as the Trump Administration steps up immigration enforcement in the area.

WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports on the call for Chicago Public Schools to expand e-learning as the Trump Administration steps up immigration enforcement in the area.

WBBM political editor Geoff Buchholz reports on the call for Chicago Public Schools to expand e-learning as the Trump Administration steps up immigration enforcement in the area.

A "No Kings" protester is either paid or disconnected from reality in this country.As millions nationwide protested peacefully during the anti-Trump "No Kings" protests on Saturday, several now-viral social media clips have overshadowed the day's events. In Chicago, a woman whom social media users identified as a K-8 STEM teacher with the Chicago Public School system at Nathan Hale Elementary School in the city, was captured on video apparently mocking Charlie Kirk's assassination. The woman, wearing a gray shirt and holding a Mexican flag, can be seen standing in front of a line of protesters, yelling at a truck as it passed by. As the occupants of the truck displayed a pro-Kirk sign, the woman put her pointer and middle finger to her neck, pretending to pull a trigger and yelling, "Bang, bang." See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A "No Kings" protester is either paid or disconnected from reality in this country. As millions nationwide protested peacefully during the anti-Trump "No Kings" protests on Saturday, several now-viral social media clips have overshadowed the day's events. In Chicago, a woman whom social media users identified as a K-8 STEM teacher with the Chicago Public School system at Nathan Hale Elementary School in the city, was captured on video apparently mocking Charlie Kirk's assassination. The woman, wearing a gray shirt and holding a Mexican flag, can be seen standing in front of a line of protesters, yelling at a truck as it passed by. As the occupants of the truck displayed a pro-Kirk sign, the woman put her pointer and middle finger to her neck, pretending to pull a trigger and yelling, "Bang, bang." See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jon Hansen, host and executive producer of the Block Club Chicago Podcast, joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to share the latest Chicago neighborhood stories. Jon has details on: Man Living On Boat Near Navy Pier Since April Heads South For Winter: ‘I Don't Want To Get Off Yet': Matt Jonkman was successful enough […]

Show Notes: P.J. shares the backstory of his name and how he became a high school principal. He studied simultaneously in law school for a JD and in the Philosophy department for a PhD at the University of Chicago. After realizing he didn't enjoy law or philosophy, he taught math at Phillips Andover and later in Chicago. He helped start a new public school, Walter Payton College Prep, and has been a principal at Lake View High School for the past 10 years. Teaching Chaos Theory and Math P.J. describes his experience teaching at Phillips Andover, including teaching chaos theory. He found the environment supportive and the students "good at doing school", which made his first year of teaching easier. He enjoyed working with the students, especially the boys in his dorm, and found teaching math more enjoyable than he expected. P.J. reflects on the differences between teaching at a private school and a public school. Starting Walter Payton College Prep  P.J. discusses the creation of Walter Payton College Prep in Chicago. The school was designed to attract affluent and white families back to the city. P.J. and his partner, Doug O'Roark, started the math department and implemented common lessons and assessments. The school grew to become the most selective in Chicago, with a high percentage of students enrolling in college. Challenges and Successes of a Principal P.J. describes his current role as principal at Lake View High School and touches on what has made the school successful in addition to the challenges. The school serves a diverse population, with 85% low-income students, including refugees, and a high percentage of first-generation college-goers. P.J. emphasizes the importance of providing support and opportunities for all students. He shares the success of the school, with 75% of the class of 2024 enrolling in college, and explains what a principal does on a daily basis. Leadership Evolution and Philosophy  P.J. reflects on his evolution as a leader, emphasizing the importance of believing in the potential of every individual. He shares his philosophy of focusing on what he can influence and being creative in his approach, and in how the school fosters growth in the students. P.J. discusses the importance of selecting teachers who love working with high school students and are committed to improving their practice, and the key factors he looks for when hiring teachers. He highlights the value of providing conditions for talent to thrive. Math Circles of Chicago  P.J. explains the concept of the non-profit he started, Math Circles of Chicago, which provides math enrichment for students. The program offers one-day festivals, classes, and a math research symposium. P.J. emphasizes the importance of providing engaging and challenging math experiences for students. He explains the organization's creative approach to supporting both the teachers and students with curriculum development, lesson planning, and workshops. The program has grown to serve 5500 students annually, with many Chicago Public School teachers participating. Harvard Reflections P.J. discusses the impact of his education at Harvard, particularly the course "Justice”. He mentions the influence of philosophy professors like Warren Goldfarb and the importance of skepticism towards big theories. P.J. reflects on the value of learning from roommates and classmates, which shaped his perspective and approach to life. He also mentions a class on 20th century classical music. He highlights the importance of community and collaboration in his educational journey. P.J. shares his final thoughts on the importance of providing opportunities for all students to succeed.  Timestamps: 03:18: Teaching at Phillips Andover  19:12: Starting Walter Payton College Prep  24:32: Leadership Evolution and Philosophy  36:19: Math Circles of Chicago 40:38: Impact of Harvard Education  51:17: Final Thoughts and Contact Information Links:  Lake View High School https://www.lakeviewhs.com/ Math Circles of Chicago  https://www.mathcirclesofchicago.org/ Featured Non-profit: The featured non-profit of this week's episode is brought to you by Dennis Murphy who reports: “ Hi. I'm Dennis Murphy, class of 1992. The featured non-profit of this episode of The 92 Report is Glam Girl, the Global Local athletic movement. GLAM is a youth-led organization that empowers girls through sports by running service projects, advocacy projects, and sports and leadership camps in the US and around the world. Something as simple as not having a sports bra can keep female athletes from playing the sports they love. GLAM helps them stay in the game and partners with athletic directors to support entire teams. I'm so proud of my daughter Izzy for being one of the organization's founders. She currently runs a GLAM club at her high school. You can learn more about their work at GlamGirldotlife. And now here's Will Bachman with this week's episode.  To learn more about their work, visit: https://www.glamgirl.life/  

0:30 - "The war is over." Trump says he thinks Gaza ceasefire will hold 14:21 - Democrats Praise Israel-Gaza Peace Deal, but Not Trump for Forging It 36:07 - Letitia James and an eye for an eye 55:38 - ANTIFA's Mask Slips: Trump's Roundtable Sends Shadow NGO Network Behind "Riot Inc." Into Panic 01:17:30 - Steven Bucci served America for three decades as an Army Special Forces officer and top Pentagon official and is a visiting fellow in The Heritage Foundation’s Allison Center for Foreign Policy Studies. He joined Dan Proft with reaction to the ceasefire deal in Gaza. 01:35:12 - Paul Vallas is CEO of the McKenzie Foundation and a policy advisor at the Illinois Policy Institute. He ran for mayor of Chicago in 2023 and previously served as CEO of Chicago Public Schools. 01:49:54 - Leland Vittert is NewsNation’s chief Washington anchor and the host of On Balance with Leland Vittert. He joined Dan Proft to talk about his new book: Born Lucky: A Dedicated Father, A Grateful Son, and My Journey with Autism 02:06:51 - William Jacobson is a Clinical Professor of Law and Director of the Securities Law Clinic at Cornell Law School. Founder of LegalInsurrection.com and president of the Legal Insurrection Foundation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike Stephen learns about Chicago's new ordinance allowing accessory dwelling units in certain areas from Illinois Answers Project reporter Alex Nitkin, discusses the federal funding cuts to Chicago Public Schools with Chalkbeat Chicago bureau chief Becky Vevea, and gets the lowdown on how TaskForce works to promote inclusion on the city's West Side from communications director Hannah Pewee.

#156 From Teacher to Trailblazer: Tia Brown shares her inspiring journey from an 18-year career in Chicago Public Schools to founding The Brown House Experience, a nonprofit dedicated to empowering students and reimagining what learning looks like. In this episode of the Homeschool Yo Kids podcast, Tia discusses creative ways to simplify education, foster a growth mindset, and provide young people with tools for success beyond traditional classrooms. Through hands-on STEM, arts, and trades programs, The Brown House Experience creates a supportive learning environment that encourages student success and emphasizes the importance of mental health, representation, and community. Tia's commitment to connecting students with real-world trades and opportunities serves as a powerful example of how homeschooling and unconventional education can transform lives.https://www.thebrownhouseexperience.com/Tia Brown holds a Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education with a minor in Spanish. She also obtained a Master's Degree in Curriculum Instruction with an emphasis in Reading, as well as a Master's Degree in Administrative Leadership. After retiring from teaching after 18 years, she works full time with The Brown House Experience creating interactive learning activities for youth. Tia also owns Urban Education Avenue, an educational and non-profit consulting business that caters to the needs of parents, students and schools. Educating youth in a hands-on way is her passion.Whether you're on your own homeschool journey or simply seeking new ways to empower students, this episode is packed with inspiration and actionable advice. Visit www.thebrownhouseexperience.com to learn more, connect on social media, and join the dynamic homeschool community. Together, we can foster education that truly equips our children for a bright future. Keep listening, keep learning, and keep homeschooling!#youthmentorship #youthprograms #stemeducation #steameducation #stemprograms#stemeducation #stemprograms #tradeseducation #youthmentorship #communitysupportinitiativesCHAPTERS:00:00 - Welcome01:30 - The Brown House Experience08:15 - The Heart of a Teacher21:26 - Understanding the Brown House Experience21:40 - Monthly Programs Overview22:18 - Exploring the Brown House Experience Space23:00 - Introduction to The Brown House29:24 - Future Plans for The Brown House30:08 - Importance of Trade Schools34:02 - Partnerships with Schools35:14 - How Kids Discover Us38:30 - Virtual Learning Options42:50 - Final Thoughts49:25 - 3 Essential Messages for Parents51:44 - OutroHomeschoolyokidsexpo.com

Discover why the highest-performing schools invest equally in academics AND social emotional learning.In this episode, Dr. Pete Sullivan—a nearly 40-year education veteran who's served as teacher, principal, and superintendent across multiple Illinois districts—reveals the research-backed strategies that make SEL programs successful. You'll learn how 500+ studies prove SEL actually enhances academic achievement, practical approaches for teacher-led implementation that respects classroom time, and proven methods for building parent and community support.What You'll LearnWhy the "academics vs. SEL" debate is based onfalse assumptionsHow to implement SEL without sacrificing instructional timeStrategies for overcoming common community objectionsThe culture-integration approach that makes SEL sustainableHow to build authentic partnerships with parents andfamiliesGuest BioAbout Dr. Pete Sullivan:Dr. Pete Sullivan brings nearly four decades of P-12 education experience, having served in virtually every leadership role from classroom teacher to district superintendent. He's worked in Chicago Public Schools as well asLockport, Lisle, and Will County districts in Illinois. Currently an Assistant Professor of Educational Leadership at the University of St. Francis, Pete coordinates the Resilient Youth Initiative through United Way of Will County, helping districts across the region implement effective SEL programs. Thank youThank you for listening to the Raising Resilient KidsPodcast! We are siblings on a mission to help kids become their strongest selves by sharing proven strategies with parents, teachers, and coaches to build resilient, confident kids who can tackle life's challenges and thrive.For more information on the podcast, or if you have aquestion you would like answered by one of our expert guests, please visit us at – https://www.smarthwp.com/raisingresilientkidspodcast. A Special Thanks to our SponsorsThe So Happy You're Here YouTube Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@sohappyyouarehereandThe Resilient Youth Certification Program - https://www.smarthwp.com/RY4teachers

Send us a textJean-Claude Brizard is President and CEO of Digital Promise, a global, nonpartisan, nonprofit organization focused on accelerating innovation in education. He is the former Chief Executive of Chicago Public Schools and Superintendent of Rochester, NY. Previously, he spent 21 years with the NYC Department of Education, serving as Regional Superintendent for 100+ schools and Executive Director for 400 secondary schools. He also served as Senior Advisor and Deputy Director at the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, leading strategies to close racial and economic achievement gaps and supporting charter school growth.

0:30 - Trump: not going to war with Chicago, you second-rate reporter 21:45 - Steven Sund, former Capitol Police Chief, on DC’s federal task force success and the untold truths of Jan. 6. Steven is also the author of Courage Under Fire: The Definitive Account from Inside the Capitol on January 6 41:22 - Steven Bucci, visiting fellow in The Heritage Foundation’s Allison Center for Foreign Policy Studies, makes the case for pressure on the UK to stop silencing speech and undermining democracy 01:01:51 - Why Dan Proft is single 01:20:10 - Paul Vallas, CEO of the McKenzie Foundation and previously served as CEO of Chicago Public Schools, reveals the results Chicago gets for its staggering $32,000 per-student price tag. Follow Paul on X @PaulVallas 01:38:36 - Centennial Chair of Constitutional Law at the South Texas College of Law Houston and is a contributing editor to Civitas Outlook, Josh Blackman, on Trump's legal battles and The Failed Lower Court Revolt. For more from Josh civitasinstitute.orgSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Chicago Public Schools has yet to place about 200 students with disabilities in classrooms, despite it being the second week of school. While the district says it is working quickly to place students in cluster programs, we ask Chalkbeat Chicago education reporter Samantha Smylie how families are managing this waiting period. Plus, Injustice Watch senior reporter Maya Dukmasova walks us through her investigation into a former UIC crime lab whose questionable forensic science led to multiple cannabis DUI convictions.   Good News: Bad Butter, Lurker at Music Box, Workers Over Billionaires Want some more City Cast Chicago news? Then make sure to sign up for our Hey Chicago newsletter.  Follow us @citycastchicago You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 773 780-0246 Learn more about the sponsors of this Aug. 29 episode: Overlook Maps Chicago Association of Realtors Window Nation North Shore Center for the Performing Arts  Paramount Theatre Become a member of City Cast Chicago. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE

Welcome back to another episode of School Counseling Simplified! I hope your school year is off to a wonderful start. Today I'm excited to bring you a very special guest, Joyce Harduvel. Joyce is a passionate advocate for youth and the school counselors and social workers that support them. She worked in Chicago Public Schools for seven years where she specialized in evidence-based and trauma-informed behavior intervention for students with chronic challenging behaviors. Joyce is an advocate for proactive professional self care that allows school-based professionals to build that sustainable careers of their dreams so that they can do what is really important: support their students! She now works with school counselors and social workers as a coach and clinical supervisor while pursuing a law degree to further her skills in championing youth. In this episode, Joyce shares her expertise on how to create positive change for students by using data. She breaks down practical steps you can take to make data meaningful and actionable in your counseling practice. Here's what you'll learn in this episode: 1. Assessing the Situation Avoid going in with predetermined views. Begin with a holistic assessment that provides a well-rounded perspective of where a student is at. Gather information from multiple sources: families, teachers, and the students themselves. Use observations, records, and assessments to inform your starting point. 2. Developing Goals and Tracking Data Identify a lagging social-emotional skill and create a targeted goal. Explore resources like CASEL, which breaks SEL skills into five domains and offers free research and tools. Start small—choose one specific area to focus on. Establish a baseline using student records (assignments, attendance, GPA, behavior data). Incorporate tracking methods such as antecedent-behavior forms, duration or interval data, mood tracking, or SEL pre/post tests. Refine your goal to ensure it is SMART (specific, measurable, attainable, relevant, time-bound). Break goals into smaller benchmarks for clarity and progress monitoring. 3. Using Data to Drive Interventions Collect ongoing data through screeners, classroom input, or case notes. Remember—the point of collecting data is to actually use it. If progress isn't happening, adjust your goals and strategies. Use data to guide your interventions, advocate for student needs, and identify trends that may inform Tier 1 or Tier 2 supports. Most importantly, use data to celebrate student growth and successes along the way. This episode is packed with practical strategies to help you see data not as a burden, but as a powerful tool to create meaningful, positive change for your students.   Resources Mentioned: Join IMPACT CASEL  Woodcock-Johnson Testing   Connect with Rachel: TpT Store Blog Instagram Facebook Page Facebook Group Pinterest Youtube Connect with Joyce: www.joyce-lcsw.com Instagram  More About School Counseling Simplified: School Counseling Simplified is a podcast offering easy to implement strategies for busy school counselors. The host, Rachel Davis from Bright Futures Counseling, shares tips and tricks she has learned from her years of experience as a school counselor both in the US and at an international school in Costa Rica. You can listen to School Counseling Simplified on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, and more!  

After growing concern and anxiety about how Chicago Public Schools would close a $700 million deficit before the end of August, we finally got our first look at the district's 2026 budget proposal. We are breaking down the key points with author and professor Arionne Nettles and Block Club Chicago's Atavia Reed. Plus, will the Uptown Theatre ever get new life? Why is Illinois lowering standardized testing requirements? And, where can you get some of the city's best watermelon?  We're doing our annual survey to learn more about our listeners. We'd be grateful if you took the survey at citycast.fm/survey — it's only 7 minutes long. You'll be doing us a big favor. Plus, anyone who takes the survey will be eligible to win a $250 Visa gift card and City Cast Chicago swag. Want some more City Cast Chicago news? Then make sure to sign up for our Hey Chicago newsletter.  Follow us @citycastchicago You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 773 780-0246 Learn more about the sponsors of this Aug. 15 episode: Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Babbel — Get up to 60% off at Babbel.com/CITYCAST Window Nation Chicago Association of Realtors Window Nation Become a member of City Cast Chicago. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE

Summer is coming to an end, and it's time to go back to school. Today, the number of Chicago Public School students complaining about school lunch might only be matched by the complaints over homework assignments. So it may come as a surprise that decades ago CPS students actually looked forward to eating cafeteria lunch. In our last episode, WBEZ's Sarah Karp found that privatization of food services and revamped health guidelines shifted the menu for CPS students. During Karp's reporting, many alumni kept mentioning an old lunchtime staple, the famed CPS butter sugar cookie. This was a cookie served district wide and baked fresh by lunchroom staff during the 1960s-1980s. The cookie has long been discontinued in schools, but there's still a cult following. Dozens of copycat recipes pop up on a simple internet search, and one woman even turned it into a business. Curious City decided to put this cookie to the test. With the help of CPS culinary instructor Jeffrey Newman and a dupe recipe, we re-created this classic lunchroom treat. Is it worth all the hype? Will current CPS students like it? Or is this merely a dose of childhood nostalgia?

The clock is running out for Chicago Public Schools to solve its $734 million problem, as the district has until Aug. 13 to release a public budget proposal. Axios Chicago's Carrie Shepherd and The Triibe's Corli Jay are here discussing the available, yet not so popular, finance options CPS is mulling over. Plus, investment in the Pullman community is seeing real returns, Uptown's Weiss Memorial Hospital could shut down this weekend, and the Bears preseason kicks off Sunday. Good News:  Chicago Palestine Film Festival's “Art Under Occupation”, Dorian Sylvain's “Raised In It”, Chicago Shakespeare Theater's “Billie Jean”  Want some more City Cast Chicago news? Then make sure to sign up for our Hey Chicago newsletter.  Follow us @citycastchicago You can also text us or leave a voicemail at: 773 780-0246 Learn more about the sponsors of this Aug. 8 episode: Paramount Theatre Overlook Maps Window Nation Chicago Association of Realtors Become a member of City Cast Chicago. Interested in advertising with City Cast? Find more info HERE

The FBI is said to be helping find Democratic Texas legislators who fled to Illinois. Indiana expands immigrant detention centers. The last of four convicted ComEd co-conspirators has been sentenced to prison. Chicago Public Schools cuts custodians in an effort to save money. Reset breaks down those stories and much more with Chicago Tribune political writer, Dan Petrella, Chicago Sun-Times reporter, Mary Norkol, and anchor of WTTW's “Chicago Tonight” and host of “Chicago Tonight: Black Voices,” Brandis Friedman. For a full archive of Reset interviews, head over to wbez.org/reset.

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Former U.S. Secretary of Education, 3x3 basketball champion, and leader of an anti-gun violence organization are all on Arne's resume. He's also Steve's neighbor. The two talk about teachers caught cheating in Chicago public schools and Steve shares a story he's never told Arne, about a defining moment in the educator's life. SOURCES:Arne Duncan, the 9th U.S. Secretary of Education; founder of C.R.E.D.; former head of Chicago Public Schools; and former professional basketball player. RESOURCES:How Schools Work, by Arne Duncan (2018)."Benji," (ESPN's 30 for 30, 2012). EXTRAS:Chicago C.R.E.D.