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Patrice McCarthy, Executive Director and General Counsel, Connecticut Association of Boards of Education (CABE) along with Leonard Lockhart – President of the CABE Board of Directors and a member of the Windsor Board of Education. This morning we are talking about the need for local school funding as the final days of session play out and the budget is debated.

Patrice McCarthy, Executive Director and General Counsel for the Connecticut Association of Boards of Education discusses the veto by the Governor on special education funding

There have been a lot of shakeups for the Bridgeport school district. In the last month, major budget cuts were announced, a new board chair was voted in and the superintendent resigned. So, what does this all mean for the 19,000 district students? We got perspective from Fran Rabinowitz, Executive Director of the Connecticut Association of Public School Superintendents. Image Credit: Getty Images 

The 2024-25 school year is here, and that means new teacher evaluation guidelines are now in effect that focus on growth rather than compliance. In this episode CEA President Kate Dias and Vice President Joslyn DeLancey talk with Connecticut Association for Public School Superintendents Executive Director Fran Rabinowitz and CEA Teacher Development Specialist Kate Field about the shift that's taken place in teacher evaluation. 

Education budget cuts from this legislative session are slamming schools at all levels, from early education to higher education. This hour, we hear from Connecticut Mirror budget reporter Keith Phaneuf, and education reporter Jessika Harkay. Plus, we check in with the Connecticut Association of Public School Superintendents, and Chancellor of the Connecticut State Colleges and Universities system Terrence Cheng. GUESTS: Keith Phaneuf: Budget Reporter, Connecticut Mirror Jessika Harkay: Education Reporter, Connecticut Mirror Fran Rabinowitz: Executive Director, Connecticut Association of Public School Superintendents Terrence Cheng: Chancellor, Connecticut State Colleges and Universities Support the show: http://wnpr.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week is Teacher Appreciation Week, and we want to talk about the teacher shortage we are still dealing with in Connecticut. And now with the 2024 legislative session behind us, what's the latest on recruiting and retaining educators in Connecticut? We did a deep dive with Fran Rabinowitz, executive director of the Connecticut Association of Public School Superintendents. We also got Fran's take on the state's decision to drain all $360-million dollars in covid relief funds for education in the next year. What happens after the money runs out? Image Credit: Getty Images

Welcome to The Prepared School Psych, where we delve into the world of school psychology and education, exploring the insights and experiences of esteemed professionals like Eric Elias. In today's episode, we have the privilege of hosting Eric Elias, a distinguished school psychologist based in central Connecticut. With an illustrious career spanning 34 years, Eric has made significant contributions to the field and garnered recognition for his outstanding achievements. Meet Eric Elias: A Seasoned Professional Eric Elias is no stranger to accolades, having been named Connecticut's School Psychologist of the Year in 2018. His wealth of experience and dedication to the profession make him a highly respected figure in the field. Beyond his practice, Eric is actively engaged in various professional activities, including serving as the president of the Connecticut Association of School Psychologists. A Passion for Social and Emotional Learning Eric's passion for social and emotional learning, social justice, and evidence-based interventions shines through in his work. He brings a holistic approach to his practice, advocating for the well-being of students and promoting equity and inclusion in education. Eric's commitment to these principles is evident in his involvement with national organizations like the National Association of School Psychologists (NASP). Insights from Eric's Journey During our conversation, Eric shares insights from his journey, reflecting on his involvement in state associations and leadership roles. He discusses key initiatives aimed at addressing critical issues within the field, such as the shortage of school psychologists and the importance of diversity and equity. Eric also offers valuable advice for early-career professionals and aspiring leaders, emphasizing the importance of continuous learning, self-care, and effective time management. Addressing School Refusal: A Collaborative Approach One of the highlights of our discussion is Eric's expertise in addressing school refusal issues. He emphasizes the importance of collaboration among educators, psychologists, and parents in understanding the underlying causes and implementing tailored interventions. By conducting Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) and utilizing evidence-based strategies, Eric has achieved remarkable success in reintegrating students into the school environment. Conclusion: Empowering the Future of School Psychology As we conclude our conversation with Eric Elias, it's evident that his dedication, leadership, and advocacy have had a profound impact on the field of school psychology. Through his tireless efforts, Eric continues to empower professionals, support students, and promote positive change in education. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Eric for sharing his insights and inspiring us with his passion for making a difference in the lives of others. Thank you for joining us on this enlightening journey with Eric Elias, brought to you by The Prepared School Psych. Stay tuned for more inspiring conversations and insights from leaders in the field of education and psychology. - Resources: E. Elias Notes on School Refusal https://drive.google.com/file/d/1k382FujKx_N7LySAZ7DZGrv5Hdl4MCG8/view?usp=sharing Subscribe now and join our community of dedicated School Psychologists committed to creating inclusive, supportive, and empowering school environments for every child. Let's embark on this journey of professional growth and student-centered advocacy together! Follow us on social media for updates, behind-the-scenes content, and more: Instagram: @jennyponzuric

Connecticut lawmakers from both sides of the aisle are sounding the alarm about getting more mental health experts in our schools. There's strong bi-partisan support to pass a law forcing the state to invest in filling these roles. But how can we do that when we are still struggling to fill basic teacher shortages in our state? We asked Fran Rabinowitz, Executive Director of the Connecticut Association of Public School Superintendents. She highlighted low pay and a lack of paraprofessionals as huge red flags for our state. Image Credit: Getty Images

In this podcast conversation, Tiffany Caouette discusses the role and importance of play-based learning in education. Tiffany Caouette, currently working with the Connecticut Association of Schools, shares her insights on Connecticut being one of the first US states to acknowledge the significance of play-based learning through legislation. She talks about her experiences as an administrator, and her push for the inclusion of play-based learning in schools. She emphasizes the benefits of this learning approach, which not only includes improved executive functioning skills and critical thinking abilities among children, but also incorporates real-world applications into their learning process. The conversation delves into issues such as teacher autonomy, utilizing current resources, and balancing the use of electronics in classrooms. The podcast concludes with a discussion on the role of professional development for teachers and administrators in the successful implementation of play-based learning.We all struggle with executive functioning skills, and play based learning is a way to help instill those at the youngest ages. Play-based Learning - Second state in the countryLegislation about play-based learningBrought all kinds of organizations to the table to bring legislation to law. PreK and Kindergarten based classrooms should be using Play based learning, can't be penalized for using play-based learningWhat does it look like to have play-based learning?How do you prevent play from being academized and boring? When kids are learning, it's messy. How electronic devices play into it. What PD looks like. Play! Fiscal implementations, scheduling, etc. Organizing cohorts around the work. Grouping people together. Theme-based cohorting. How to help people get out of their own way and try some different things. If we want kids to change, we need to change as adults as well. Start small and expand your network. How to be a transformative principal? Focus on the 1 or 2 things that will make a change. About Tiffany CaoutteTiffany Caoutte was an administrator for 18 years, urban and suburban, elementary and high school. Been at CAS for a year and a half Tiffany Caoutte is a highly experienced administrator with over 18 years of experience in both urban and suburban school districts. She has served as an administrator at both the elementary and high school levels, and has a proven track record of success in leading and improving schools.Tiffany is currently the Assistant executive director at Connecticut Association for Schools, where she has been for a year and a half. CAS represents about a thousand schools.Tiffany is a strong advocate for equity and access in education. She believes that all students, regardless of their background, deserve a chance to succeed. She is committed to creating a school environment where all students feel safe, supported, and challenged.Tiffany is a passionate educator who is dedicated to making a difference in the lives of students. We're thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL's comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more:Simplify and streamline technologySave teachers' timeReliably meet Tier 1 standardsImprove student performance on state assessments

Yasmeen Galal - valedictorian, recipient of Connecticut Associations of Public Schools Superintendents Award, United States Senate Youth Program member, Vice President of Woodland Regional High School Student Government, President of Connecticut Association of Student Councils, Cooke Scholar, State Board of Education representative, Robotics programmer, CT Equity Board member, and others we didn't list. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/morning-mayhem/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/morning-mayhem/support

Byron Lazine and Nicole White discuss the National Association of Realtors' (NAR) full consumer ad campaign, the Connecticut Realtors' SuperBowl commercial, NAR's First-Time Buyer TV series, and the difference between NAR's campaign and Homes.com's Super Bowl ads

This file is to help us prep for the podcast. If you have something you would like to share in addition to what you filled out on the form: Topic? Being the Lead Learner, discuss the Linking Leaders Podcast, and I am totally open to your ideas!https://docs.google.com/document/d/1MCoWkeRW-qEYa2so4uWjyCHJRm_VADQTDK-9wcUtkQY/edit?usp=drive_linkLinking Leaders Podcast - subscribe and listen in your podcast player of choice.Small little seeds of ideas Administrator hacks - How they interactBuilding pathways for administrator prep and their early days.Content and process of what we provide.Connector for administratorsMentoring aspiring administratorsWhat administrators need are connections with others. Opportunity and process to come together.Creating the time to step aside and having people think through a problem of practiceLower the temperature - make them feel less stressed. “It mattered that we met because…”Every time I'm in front of a group of leaders, I'm able to model something that they can learn too. Center for Leadership and Innovation - Planning summits, step aside, go deep. Rather than frequent check-ins do half day summitsPlay-based learning2nd year around - how do you take on everything but not getting in over your head? Marking where we have had some impact in our state. How to prioritize what you should change. Pulse surveys. Is this valuable to our leaders on a broader scale?Networking and building connections. How to be a transformative principal? Push your chair back and just listen. About Dr. Alicia BowmanDr. Alicia Bowman currently works for the Connecticut Association of Schools, as Associate Executive Director and Director of the Center for Leadership and Innovation. Prior to joining CAS, she spent twenty years serving the Farmington Public Schools at the school and district levels. Alicia was Connecticut's Elementary Principal of the Year and National Distinguished Principal in 2015. She was featured in a chapter of Lee Teitel's book School-Based Instructional Rounds, and in NAESP's Principal Magazine for her work in using collaborative classroom observations and analysis to drive school and district improvement. Alicia is an active adjunct faculty member of UCAPP.

My guest today is Chris Wenz, researcher and teacher, whose dissertation focused on profiles of adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorders. We begin our conversation with an understanding of the diverse profiles of autistic individuals, and move into a conversation about considerations for literacy assessment and teaching. In the second part of the episode I'm joined by my colleague Elisha Li, a former elementary inclusion teacher, to discuss practical takeaways. ***Read a full transcript of this episode and learn more about the show athttps://www.jenniferserravallo.com/podcast ***Follow Dr. Chris Wenz on Twitter @ChrisWenz8****More about this episode's guest:Chris Wenz, PhD, is a researcher and teacher educator at the Landmark College Institute for Research and Training (LCIRT). His recent work has focused on adolescent literacy and literacy instruction for students with disabilities. His dissertation on reading profiles of adolescents with Autism Spectrum Disorder is supported by grants from the International Literacy Association and the Connecticut Association for Reading Research. Chris previously worked in the Boston Public Schools as an AmeriCorps volunteer, and as a residential dean and humanities instructor at Franklin Academy, a high school for students with autism and nonverbal learner differences.Special thanks to Alex Van Rose for audio editing this episode. Support this show: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/TotheClassroomSupport the show

This year, we've been learning about how educators are getting students engaged in the electoral process. One way to do this: student government. When you think of class elections, a couple things probably come to mind. But our guests says student government is much more than prom committees and candidate speeches in the cafeteria. We'll learn more about the influence student representatives have on their school districts. Later, Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo is holding their forth mayoral race. There are five candidates running this year for mayor. We'll hear about the animal candidates and how you can vote for your favorite. We'll also hear how students on college campuses throughout our state are organizing to turn out the vote. GUESTS: Christopher H. Tomlin: Executive Director, Connecticut Association of Student Councils Kevin Brown: a Vernon High School civics teacher and Connecticut State Representative for Vernon, Connecticut Jennifer Croughwell: Chief of Staff of Connecticut College Democrats and a student at Eastern Connecticut State University Nick Schettino: student at Southern Connecticut State University and young republican Gregg Dancho: Zoo Director, at Connecticut's Beardsley Zoo in Bridgeport Where We Live is available as a podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, TuneIn, Listen Notes, or wherever you get your podcasts. Subscribe and never miss an episode.Support the show: http://wnpr.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A judge has ordered a new Democratic primary for mayor in Bridgeport because of absentee ballot fraud. And we are just days away from the general election with all eyes on the Park City. We spoke with John Gomes' attorney, Bill Bloss, about the judge's decision and how the general election will now work for voters. (0:00) We got both sides of the reactions to the judge's decision to redo the primary election if John Gomes loses on November 7th. Incumbent Mayor Joe Ganim shared his concern for voter turnout, especially if a new primary is needed. He also talked about whether absentee ballot fraud is a continuous problem in his city. (14:55) We tackled a lot of education stories on the show today including teachers wanting to retire early, Bridgeport worried about dropping kindergarten enrollment and day care options in the state. Fran Rabinowitz, executive director of the Connecticut Association of Public School Superintendent, spoke on all of it. (31:33)

New COVID boosters are available and recommended for everyone over six months of age, but pharmacies and providers in the state are slammed. The Connecticut Department of Public Health (DPH) says that more than 46,000 residents have gotten the latest COVID-19 vaccine. They also acknowledged delays, which the Hartford Courant has attributed to "supply chain disruptions, insurance issues and workforce woes." This hour, DPH Commissioner Manisha Juthani joins us with all the latest guidance, from COVID-19 testing to flu shots. Have you ordered your free COVID-19 tests yet? Or are you eligible for free vaccines through the CDC's Bridge Access Program? Plus, Fran Rabinowitz provides an update on continued staffing shortages in public schools. Paraprofessional support is short thousands of positions, and Rabinowitz stresses the need for support staffers as well. Bus drivers in Meriden and Coventryhave already gone on strike this fall. GUESTS: Manisha Juthani: Commissioner, Connecticut Department of Public Health Fran Rabinowitz: Executive Director, Connecticut Association of Public School Superintendents Where We Live is available as a podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, TuneIn, Listen Notes, or wherever you get your podcasts. Subscribe and never miss an episode.Support the show: http://wnpr.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ahead of the return to school at the end of August, Connecticut Association of Public School Superintendents Fran Rabinowicz addresses concerns that administrators are feeling ahead of the 2023-2024 academic year.

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Our guest for this episode is a long-time REALTOR®, trainer, and world traveler. Do you have a dream to travel somewhere? Is there a place that you already love in the world? For example, have you been to Cabo San Lucas eight times? Wouldn't it be great if you could be a connector with buyers and sellers with agents in Mexico? In the Caribbean? In Europe? In Asia? You can do that with your favorite areas in the U.S. and the world! In this podcast, Ginni Field talks about selling real estate and expanding your business in new ways. We also talk about international buyers and sellers in the United States with a focus on the Certified International Property Specialist (CIPS) designation. Join us on this podcast and expand your vision beyond your local area.   [6:10] Monica asks the audience to stick with this episode to hear the interesting stories Ginni and Monica will share with consideration for the huge and growing influx of international immigrants, residents, and investors. [7:53] Ginni discusses what she learned from experiences in France, Belgium, Luxembourg, Spain, Portugal, and Germany. [11:56] When traveling the world, you have the opportunity to visit small towns and explore their history. Find people in your community from these areas and connect with them. You may be able to help them buy a home. [14:14] In most of the world, business is based so much on relationships. In America, relationships are huge and you need that network, but overseas, relationships are crucial. [15:18] In the Americas, the process of buying a home is a family affair. If they don't know you, they're not doing anything with you. When they know you and begin to trust you, business happens. [17:36] Where Ginni was teaching, there were good universities and schools everywhere, providing a place to build your business. [18:08] Find your niche and get connected to it. Be a part of those market areas and people. What businesses bring people into your market area, that hire people from other countries? [18:34] Foreign resident buyers may become citizens and still may be very connected to their foreign community. [21:42] When Ginni talks to people with work visas, they tell her they want to stay when their visa is over. Parents of foreign students in universities also will buy a home for their student in the U.S. with the hope of the student staying and the parents moving there because they own a home. [22:44] The Open Doors fact sheet says foreign students spend over $5 billion. Ginni gives estimates for several California universities. Do outreach at universities. [24:05] Look at the industries in your local community and where folks are coming from. Then begin to do outreach. Go where they are and network with them. [24:31] Refugee groups that settle in an area don't have the money to buy a house at the time, but as they become established, they work and build businesses, and become qualified to buy houses. [26:00] Ginni tells of a man who immigrated to the U.S. with next to nothing, wanting to build his life. Now, he is a millionaire, owning multiple buildings and worked hard to get there. [27:21] CIPS talks a lot about non-resident foreign buyers. These are investors buying houses more as investments than as homes. California attracts more than $1 billion in foreign direct investments from Japan, the UK, France, Canada, and Germany. [30:07] The fluctuation of exchange rates plays an important role in these investments. Fluctuations can cause a buyer to cancel. [32:14] The CIPS designation course teaches about the global market. If you're not paying attention to global opportunities, you're leaving profitable business on the table. [35:55] The world is more connected now than it ever was. Inflation is happening around the world. Pay attention to the world economy or you will miss out on tremendous opportunities. [36:33] There are investors for commercial properties, condo communities marketed internationally, college students, and refugee communities. There are many ways foreign investors purchase American real estate. [37:19] When you grow with these communities, learn about their visas and their needs, and connect them with lenders, you can help them. [38:22] Go to the HR departments of hospitals and colleges. Find out at the source how you can be a resource for their students, staff, employees, and medical professionals. [44:32] Look for international real estate conferences in a search engine and you will get a list of conferences you can attend. A list is also provided in the back of a CIPS manual. [48:11] Ginni notes that when you get your CIPS designation, you are part of a Facebook networking group. You can find an agent in the target country in minutes through the networking group [52:15] It's such a powerful thing that you can create a relationship no matter where somebody is in the world. We're all so interconnected. [52:38] Ginni's final word: “The most important thing is don't discount the global community. Don't discount the fact that the world really is a marble, that we are all so interconnected. And build that business and get the CIPS designation. It's such an important designation.   Tweetables:   “I want to share with you and your listeners the importance of global real estate, paying attention to it, and getting their Certified International Property Specialist designation. Don't miss out on opportunity!” — Ginni Field   “It's all about the relationship and trust. … When you look at the Americas, it's a family affair. The process of buying real estate is often a family affair with a hierarchy. And if they don't know you, they're not doing anything with you.” — Ginni Field   “The fluctuation of exchange rates — you have to be paying attention to that. It matters more for the investor buyer than it does for the person who's going to live in the house. ... If the exchange rate fluctuates just enough, that deal might be gone.” — Ginni Field   “When you get your CIPS designation, you‘re now part of a networking group through social media, as well.” — Ginni Field   Guest Links:   Ginni Field, REALTOR® ABR, AHWD, CIPS, CRB, C-RETS, ePro, GRI, MRP, PSA, RENE, RSPS, SFR, SRS, SRES Real Estate Trainer, Business Consultant, Risk Management Consultant, Business & Life Coach ginni@ginnifield.com www.ginnifield.com 858-774-7063   NAR Resource Links The CIPS Designation     Additional Links:   Micro courses found at Learning.REALTOR. Use the coupon code PODCAST to obtain 15% off the price of any microcourse!   Crdpodcast.com   Learning.REALTOR for NAR Online Education Training4RE.com — List of Classroom Courses from NAR and its affiliates   crd@nar.realtor   Host Information: Monica Neubauer Speaker/Podcaster/REALTOR® Monica@MonicaNeubauer.com MonicaNeubauer.com FranklinTNBlog.com   Monica's Facebook Page Facebook.com/Monica.Neubauer Instagram Instagram.com/MonicaNeubauerSpeaks   Guest Bio   Ginni Field Ginni has been in real estate since 1986, beginning her career in Fairfield, CT, and moving to San Diego, CA, and continuing her real estate career in California. Throughout most of her real estate career, Ginni served in brokerage management positions in both states with her largest office consisting of 250 agents creating profitable real estate offices in each location. Ginni has also served as Vice President of Leadership Development for an international real estate franchise sales company where she developed agent and leadership curriculum for agents and brokerage leaders. Ginni continues to write real estate training content as well as work with real estate companies as a consultant and as a coach to individual real estate agents and teams.   Achievements and Awards:   ●      REALTOR® Associate of the Year 1991 Greater Fairfield Association of REALTORS® ●      President, Greater Fairfield Association of REALTORS® 1998 ●      REALTOR® of the Year 1998, Greater Fairfield Association of REALTORS® ●      Former Director, Connecticut Association of REALTORS® ●      President, North San Diego County Association of REALTORS® 2004 ●      Former Director, California Association of REALTORS® ●      Regional Chair, Region 29, California Association of REALTORS® 2006 ●      Executive Committee, California Association of REALTORS® 2007 ●      Director, National Association of REALTORS® 2004‒2010 ●      Former Member, National Association of REALTORS® Professional Development Committee ●      Former Chair, Real Estate Business Institute Professional Development Committee ●      Member, Real Estate Business Institute Learning Experiences Committee and Strategic Thinking Committee ●      Former Director, Greater San Diego Association of REALTORS® ●      Former Director, San Diego Multiple Listing System ●      Inducted into the REBAC Hall of Fame 2013 ●      CIPS Instructor of the Year 2018 ●      Senior Real Estate Specialist Outstanding Service Award 2021

Bo Ryan is principal of the Greater Hartford Academy of the Arts Middle School in Hartford, CT. Ryan also served as a Principal for Woodside Intermediate School in Cromwell, CT. He is passionate about building and sustaining professional learning communities; and led both schools to Model PLC status. Ryan has been an educator for 27 years with a background as a teacher, coach, director, adjunct professor, and administrator. His first job was as a graduate assistant football coach for Syracuse University where he was a full time football coach and graduate student. He was a part of 2 bowl victories and 1 Big East Championship with the team. His teaching career began at JC Clark Elementary in the city of Hartford. In the school, Ryan created various before school and after school programs for students in the neighborhood. His daily morning gym program was open for all students an hour before school and served hundreds of students on a daily basis. Also at JC Clark, he started a basketball team in the school to help the students most at-need. The season was from October to May. Ryan also coached football, basketball, and served as director of the National Youth Sports Program at the local college during the summer. In addition, Ryan taught a graduate class at St. Joseph's College for 4 years on using PLCs as the system for creating interventions. Ryan is a board member for the Connecticut Association of Schools Student Services Team. As a teacher, he was named both educator and teacher of the year. As a director, he led his camp, NYSP, to national recognition. As a coach, he coached and supported athletes at both the collegiate and high school levels. At Woodside Intermediate School, they also were named a model SRBI and PBIS sight and welcomed visitors from all over. The school also served as a Professional Development School with Central Connecticut State University with college students, staff, and interns in the building at all times. A partnership was also created with Wesleyan University athletic department as athletes visited the school during recess and other times to support students. During his time at Woodside, Ryan presented on Professional Learning Communities to educators in CT and Massachusetts, presented on reading instruction to the CT Reading Association, and presented on RTI or SRBI in CT. Ryan helped open at brand new school in Hartford in a renovated factory. During his time, the school was selected a model professional learning community just 4 years after it opened. They were also selected a Solution Tree Success Story and featured on their website. As an educator, Ryan believes in relationship building with students and connecting with the community, as evident in 25 years of home visits. Ryan is currently a Solution Tree associate and certified PLC, RTI, and priority school presenter. He has presented across the United States on creating and sustaining PLCs in schools with the focus on the team. Bo earned undergraduate degrees from Western Connecticut State University, a master's degree from Syracuse University, and his sixth-year degree from Southern Connecticut State University. Key Takeaways: If you want to create a culture of collaboration you have to be creative in finding time to support it. You have to create templates for teachers to use if you are to maximize the time and coach them up. If you are to track the success of kids you need to break learning up into periods of time that provide data. Good instruction starts with collaborative teams. One of his chapters lines out the whole system for improved teaching and learning. You need to create systems when you don't have certified personnel that are needed. Tight loose leadership allows teachers to place the students where they're needed in a way that teachers can reach them. Reading is essential for students to improve academically. Make sure you hire people that have a high commitment to students and being good teammates regardless of years of experience. CREC calls them Associate Instructors. It's hard to create interventions when you aren't teaching skills for success and focusing on grades. Everything needs to be based on mastery of the standard. Its' critical to constantly be a learner, believe in your teachers, and continually improve. Stay Connected: Book: Brilliance in the Building

Bo Ryan is principal of the Greater Hartford Academy of the Arts Middle School in Hartford, CT. Ryan also served as a Principal for Woodside Intermediate School in Cromwell, CT. He is passionate about building and sustaining professional learning communities; and led both schools to Model PLC status. Ryan has been an educator for 27 years with a background as a teacher, coach, director, adjunct professor, and administrator. His first job was as a graduate assistant football coach for Syracuse University where he was a full time football coach and graduate student. He was a part of 2 bowl victories and 1 Big East Championship with the team. His teaching career began at JC Clark Elementary in the city of Hartford. In the school, Ryan created various before school and after school programs for students in the neighborhood. His daily morning gym program was open for all students an hour before school and served hundreds of students on a daily basis. Also at JC Clark, he started a basketball team in the school to help the students most at-need. The season was from October to May. Ryan also coached football, basketball, and served as director of the National Youth Sports Program at the local college during the summer. In addition, Ryan taught a graduate class at St. Joseph's College for 4 years on using PLCs as the system for creating interventions. Ryan is a board member for the Connecticut Association of Schools Student Services Team. As a teacher, he was named both educator and teacher of the year. As a director, he led his camp, NYSP, to national recognition. As a coach, he coached and supported athletes at both the collegiate and high school levels. At Woodside Intermediate School, they also were named a model SRBI and PBIS sight and welcomed visitors from all over. The school also served as a Professional Development School with Central Connecticut State University with college students, staff, and interns in the building at all times. A partnership was also created with Wesleyan University athletic department as athletes visited the school during recess and other times to support students. During his time at Woodside, Ryan presented on Professional Learning Communities to educators in CT and Massachusetts, presented on reading instruction to the CT Reading Association, and presented on RTI or SRBI in CT. Ryan helped open at brand new school in Hartford in a renovated factory. During his time, the school was selected a model professional learning community just 4 years after it opened. They were also selected a Solution Tree Success Story and featured on their website. As an educator, Ryan believes in relationship building with students and connecting with the community, as evident in 25 years of home visits. Ryan is currently a Solution Tree associate and certified PLC, RTI, and priority school presenter. He has presented across the United States on creating and sustaining PLCs in schools with the focus on the team. Bo earned undergraduate degrees from Western Connecticut State University, a master's degree from Syracuse University, and his sixth-year degree from Southern Connecticut State University. Key Takeaways: It's important to recognize where we have benefited and give back. Educators have to realize that the student experience isn't always the same as their own personal experience when they were in school. We improve ourselves and make the culture better by realizing and utilizing the importance of teams. Team meetings have to be guided by a process and coached by a leader first if they are going to be effective. Tight loose leadership is key if you are to have effective PLCs in your building. It's important to focus on solutions rather than continue to highlight problems. Implement systems that change mindsets.  PLC work has to be research based. Stay Connected: Book: Brilliance in the Building

Many recruiters are feeling anxious about the economy. Are you concerned about how a slowdown might affect your billings in 2023?     My special guest, Gail Audibert, has been a recruiter since 1984 and has survived four recessions. In this episode, Gail shares the steps she took in previous downturns to protect her business and achieve consistent, predictable billings.    Gail is a member of the Pinnacle Society and remains one of the top recruiters in the country while only working 20 hours per week. In this interview, she reveals how she designed her business around her family and her secrets to working less and making more.    Gail launched Gail Audibert Associates in 1988, specializing in Commercial Insurance.  She's the VP of the Pinnacle Society and President-elect for 2023. She's a former president of the National Insurance Recruiting Association and its current education chair. She also served on the Board of the Connecticut Association of Personnel Services for close to 20 years.   Episode Outline and Highlights   [02:37] Why getting fired from her first sales job was a blessing in disguise. [07:05] How Gail built a successful business while putting her family first. [13:34] Key differentiators and success factors. [19:52] Doing well during a recession. [27:06] Gail's strategy for winning RPO business that pays a monthly retainer. [31:23] Mindset and strategies to thrive in tough times.  [34:42] The value of joining industry associations and attending events. [40:21] Identifying opportunities to offer an RPO model. [50:16] Insights on dealing with talent acquisition. [53:23] Gail's non-negotiables when working with clients.   Designing Her Business Around Her Family   Given Gail's career longevity and success in recruitment, it would be easy to assume that she had been working really hard with long hours, making sacrifices for her business and profession. On the contrary, Gail considers it her success that she is able to build her business around her family. She leveraged the flexibility of our industry to raise her family and be there for every sick day, snow day, and other activity of her children. She never let her work to-do list get in the way.    Gail works 20 to 25 hours a week and still manages to be really productive. “I don't think I waste a lot of time on things that are unnecessary.”  That includes positions that she isn't confident of filling … “If I think that it is unplaceable, I just drop it. I call the company and tell them ‘this isn't going to fly'.” Gail also believes that this job should get easier over time because you know more people, explaining “I have a very strong database of candidates or people that I know that makes it easier.”    Gail went on and also shared her success factors - making her a consistent top producer and becoming an esteemed member of the Pinnacle Society. Some takeaways are as follows:   Building relationships and a strong network in her niche. Understanding the benefits of industry associations. Mindset, attitude and accountability.   How to Sell Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO)   Gail revealed that one of her secrets to survive and thrive during a recession. She explained how she pitched an RPO (recruitment process outsourcing) business model to some of her clients. She structured this in a way that was truly a win-win.  It was extremely beneficial for her clients' cashflow while giving Gail predictable revenue during a downturn.    During slow economic times, many recruiters drop their rates. Gail didn't reduce her fees but instead let her clients spread out the payments over a longer timeframe.  That reduced the up-front cost of recruiting for her clients, enabling them to continue hiring. This was a solution that her client's CFO loved and gave Gail steady cash-flow as well.      Gail still offers an RPO business model - but only if she firmly believes that this model is aligned with her client's needs.  How is she able to identify those opportunities? Listen to the full interview to hear Gail's insights and actual examples of how it worked for her.   Doing Well During a Recession   If there is a timely topic that all of us can relate to, it is having the right mindset towards a recession. I have experienced a few recessions myself and although it was painful at the time, those experiences were so valuable and enable me to guide our coaching clients through turbulent waters.     Gail has survived and thrived at least four recessions! It is normal to feel anxious and worried. Here are the golden nuggets I took away from my conversation with Gail:   There are always opportunities in any market - but you'll miss them if you're not actively looking / listening for them! Focus on helping your clients and candidates through difficult times to build career long relationships. When other recruiters slow down, give up or quit the industry, you must keep going!   Our Sponsors   This podcast is proudly sponsored by i-intro and Recruitment Entrepreneur.   i-intro® is an end-to-end retained recruitment platform. Their technology and methodology allow recruiters to differentiate themselves from the competition, win more retained business, bigger fees and increase their billings. Their software combined with world-class training enables you to transition from transactional, contingency recruiter to consultative, retained recruiter. Instead of being perceived as a “me too” vendor, you'll be positioned as a “me only” solutions provider. Be sure to mention Mark Whitby or The Resilient Recruiter. Book your free, no-obligation consultation here: www.recruitmentcoach.com/retained Recruitment Entrepreneur is the world's leading Private Equity firm specializing in the international recruitment industry. If you've dreamed of starting, scaling and selling your recruitment business, this is your chance. James Caan and his team at Recruitment Entrepreneur are actively seeking ambitious recruiters who they can invest in. They provide everything you need to grow a successful recruitment business including: funding, financial expertise, coaching and mentoring, operational strategy, backoffice support, marketing and talent attraction solutions. Be sure to mention Mark Whitby or The Resilient Recruiter. Start a conversation here: https://www.recruitmentcoach.com/vc   Gail Audibert Bio and Contact Info    Gail has been a recruiter since 1984 (having started before the adoption of the fax machine, Personal Computer, cell phones, and the internet).  Her specialty is Commercial Insurance. Gail is a member of the Pinnacle Society and is currently the VP and President-elect for 2023. She is also a former president of the National Insurance Recruiting Association and its current education chair. Gail served on the Board of the Connecticut Association of Personnel Services for close to 20 years and was also a "40 under 40" recipient.   Gail on LinkedIn Audibert Associates website link   People and Resources Mentioned   Pinnacle Society website link Danny Cahill on LinkedIn   Connect with Mark Whitby Get your FREE 30-minute strategy call Mark on LinkedIn Mark on Twitter: @MarkWhitby Mark on Facebook Mark on Instagram: @RecruitmentCoach Subscribe to The Resilient Recruiter

Today we're talking about a few prominent people who have made headlines recently. First, Tulsi Gabbard posted a video yesterday declaring that she's leaving the Democratic Party. We share why this is such an admirable move in today's political climate and how we should respond. Then, Herschel Walker made headlines recently after a woman came forward claiming he impregnated her and then paid for her abortion years ago. This accusation, which he vehemently denies, comes just as Walker runs for Senate in Georgia. We talk about his son Christian's response to these accusations and ask the question: Where is the line between voting for a politician for his policies and condemning his behavior? We also take a look at travel influencer Brian Kelly's surrogate baby and zoom out to look at the surrogacy industry as a whole. Then we're joined by Christiana Kiefer, senior counsel with Alliance Defending Freedom, to discuss Soule v. Connecticut Association of Schools and the fight for women's rights in sports. This case came to fruition after the Connecticut Interscholastic Athletic Conference adopted a policy that allows males who identify as female to compete in girls' athletic events. Now, the girls who are losing scholarships and championships to biological males are fighting back. --- Timecodes: [01:30] Tulsi Gabbard leaves the Democratic Party [19:10] Herschel Walker's abortion scandal [35:55] Brian Kelly's surrogate baby [52:00] Interview with Christiana Kiefer --- Today's Sponsors: My Patriot Supply — prepare yourself for anything with long-term emergency food storage. Go to PrepareWithAllie.com to save 20% on your 3-Month Emergency Food Kit. Good Ranchers — change the way you shop for meat today by visiting GoodRanchers.com/ALLIE and use promo code 'ALLIE' to save $30 off your order AND 2lbs of ground beef free (October-only special)! Carly Jean Los Angeles — use promo code 'ALLIEB' to save 20% off your first order at CarlyJeanLosAngeles.com! Covenant Eyes — protect you and your family from the things you shouldn't be looking at online. Go to coveyes.com/ALLIE to try it FREE for 30 days! Garnuu – receive your first month of organic tampons FREE when you subscribe. Join the Girls Only Club by going to garnuu.com/allie and use code "ALLIE" at checkout. --- Show Links: Daily Beast: "She Had an Abortion With Herschel Walker. She Also Had a Child With Him." https://www.thedailybeast.com/she-had-an-abortion-with-herschel-walker-she-also-had-a-child-with-him The Hill: "Gabbard says she can't stay in ‘today's Democratic Party'" https://thehill.com/homenews/house/3682396-gabbard-says-she-cant-stay-in-todays-democratic-party/ --- Buy Allie's book, You're Not Enough (& That's Okay): Escaping the Toxic Culture of Self-Love: https://alliebethstuckey.com/book Relatable merchandise – use promo code 'ALLIE10' for a discount: https://shop.blazemedia.com/collections/allie-stuckey Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Nationally recognized and award-winning Teacher Librarian, speaker, and host of the Joyful Learning Podcast, Melissa Thom chats with Barbara Johnson, a influential school library media specialist, Maker, wife and mother of four—with a long list of interesting hobbies and diverse paying side jobs—about collecting, curating and sharing ideas in a digital world, building diverse school library collections, and preparing for and responding to book challenges. Don't miss this great conversation! Barbara's Bio: Barbara is a former Director of Technology & Technology Integration Specialist, and earned her MLIS in 2014. She is passionate about bringing innovative technology to my school learning community. Barbara organized the MakerMeetup for Maker Librarians to play, hack, and discuss library issues. In 2018 the MakerMeetup was the Connecticut Association of School Librarians' (CASL) Pre-Conference and had over 130 attendees. She also initiated Colchester's Annual Digital Learning Day, a community-wide event that allows students to become the teachers in an "edCamp" style evening. Last spring, 75 students facilitated 25 activities for over 600 participants. Barbara continuously advocates for school libraries as the Past President of CASL and a member of both the State of Connecticut Commission for Educational Technology and Digital/Media Literacy Advisory Council. She is the AASL Affiliate Representative for Connecticut and has presented at the last three AASL Conferences on innovative teaching practices and school libraries. List of resources, suggested materials, affiliated links, and social media: Connect w/ Barbara: Twitter Facebook Connect w/ Kristina Holzweiss: Twitter Facebook Connect w/ Melissa: Twitter Connect w/ Carrie: Twitter Resources Windows, Mirrors, and Sliding Glass Doors article by Dr. Rudine Sims Bishop Office for Intellectual Freedom Barbara's Johnson's interview with Connecticut Public Radio/WNPR regarding book challenges, “Connecticut Librarians Brace for ‘Tsunami of Book Challenges” Top 10 Most Challenged Books Lists Book Recommendations For Middle Grade Readers: Ban this Book: A Novel by Alan Gratz Property of the Rebel Librarian by Allison Varnes Attack of the Black Rectangles by Amy Sarig King For Young Adult Readers: Suggested Reading by Dave Connis

Nationally recognized and award-winning, Teacher Librarian, speaker, and host of the Joyful Learning Podcast, Melissa Thom shares an overview of the brand new Joyful Learning podcast. Topics of this inaugural episode include information about the guests and interviews featured in Season One, and an invitation to take part in the Joyful Learning Pod online community . * * * * Link to show notes: http://bit.ly/JLPshownotes * * * * Melissa's Bio and Social Media Melissa Thom, MA, (she/her) is a teacher librarian at Bristow Middle School in West Hartford, CT. She earned her bachelor's in elementary education from St. Cloud State University in Minnesota, a master's in elementary education from Northern Arizona University and a master's in educational psychology/gifted and talented from the University of Connecticut. She spent 12 years teaching grades four to six as a classroom teacher, and seven years ago she earned her library media specialist certification from the ARCLMS program. She is the President of the Connecticut Association of School Librarians (CASL), a member of the Teacher Advisory Board for Bookelicious, and was a 2019 AASL Social Media Superstar Reader Leader finalist. She has been honored by CASL for the Follett Creativity Award in 2018 and the Carlton W.H. Erickson Award in 2020. She was awarded the 2021 Outstanding Professional Award by the UCONN NEAG Alumni Board, and most recently was named a library journal mover and shaker. Her publications include an article in the School library journal about Makerspace and NGSS also know as the (next generation science standards), as well as an article in the October 2019 issue of School Library Connection entitled, Create a Culture of Reading. In addition, she has hosted multiple webinars for School Librarian Connection and EdWeb on topics such as Developing Inclusive Collections, Making the Most of Your Digital Collection, and Building a Culture of Reading. *Follow Melissa on Twitter (https://twitter.com/MsThomBookitis) and Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/msthombookitis)* *Follow Carrie on Twitter (https://twitter.com/lovealibrary) Book Recommendations Downs, A. F. (2022). Chase the fun: 100 days to discover fun right where you are. Revell, a division of Baker Publishing Group. Meinzer, K. (2019). So You Want to Start a Podcast: Finding Your Voice, Telling Your Story, and Building a Community That Will Listen. HarperCollins. Follow the Joyful Learning Podcast on Twitter (https://twitter.com/joyfullearnpod) and Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/joyfullearningpod/)

This morning we're going to get Closer to Free with the first of two planned interviews ahead of the 2022 Closer to Free Ride supporting research and care at Smilow Cancer Hospital and Yale Cancer Center. We'll speak with the surviving spouse of a Smilow cancer patient who is presenting Beth's Bash to honor his late wife next Sunday with 100% of proceeds going to the Smilow Cancer Hospital. Then, we'll touch base with the executive director of The Connecticut Association of School Based Health Centers - committed to increasing access to quality health care for all children and adolescents in Connecticut schools. Does your child enjoy the resources of a school-based health center? If not, listen in and find out more. And we'll close talking financial literacy, community outreach, and financial management with Connex nonprofit Credit Union. We'll hear from one of their top executives about managing your money and credit more effectively, and bring you a few tips that might save your child or college student from getting into financial rough waters.

The Bipartisan Safer Communities Act, the new federal gun safety legislation signed into law on Saturday, includes increased funding for school security and mental health programs. Several school districts in our state have revisited their safety and security measures recently, in the wake of the mass school shooting in Uvalde, Texas. This hour, we hear from Bridgeport Superintendent Michael Testani, who recently proposed an increase in school resource officers. Also known as SROs, they are sworn, armed police officers. The Connecticut Post reports the request meets "strong opposition." The number of SROs had been reduced in Bridgeport in recent years "due to budget constraints and concerns about their having a negative impact in particular on students of color." The Connecticut Association of Public School Superintendents and school security expert Kenneth Trump discuss what's involved in a more comprehensive approach, including mental health resources, as well as where federal dollars from new gun safety legislation might be best spent. Plus, we discuss the landmark Supreme Court decision regarding the right to carry a firearm, as well as the new federal gun safety law, with the Duke Center for Firearms Law. GUESTS: Jacob D. Charles: Executive Director, Duke Center for Firearms Law; Lecturing Fellow, Duke University School of Law Fran Rabinowitz: Executive Director, Connecticut Association of Public School Superintendents Michael Testani: Superintendent, Bridgeport Public Schools Kenneth Trump: President, National School Safety and Security Services Support the show: http://wnpr.org/donate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week, we talk about how teachers, parents, and students are holding up after a year of violence, COVID-19 and mental health struggles. And later, we'll hear from a political scientist who's leading a new research center at UCONN, looking at solutions to gun violence. GUESTS: Fran Rabinowitz: Executive Director of Connecticut Association of Public School Superintendents Edward Singleton: Interim Principal of the Roton Middle School in Norwalk, Connecticut Jennifer Dineen: Assistant Professor in Residence of Public Policy at the University of Connecticut. She's also the associate director of the UCONN ARMS center Disrupted is produced by James Szkobel-Wolff and Catie Talarski. Our showis also available as a podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. Subscribe and never miss an episode! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Patrice McCarthy, Deputy Director and General Counsel at Connecticut Association of Boards of Education. What schools may be doing or planning for next year and shooter situations.

Myrna Garcia-Bowen started her career in higher education in 1982 at Eastern CT State University. While there she held the position of Assistant to the Director of Admissions. Two years later she was promoted to Assistant Director of Admissions.  Myrna was hired at Central Connecticut State University where she served as the Director of Recruitment and Admissions until 2005. In 2005 to present she holds the title of Director of the Office of Transfer and Academic Articulations. Throughout her tenure in higher education, she has been an advocate for Women's Rights and Social Justice for all underrepresented populations.     In 1983 MS Garcia-Bowen became involved in the Connecticut Association of Latinos in Higher Education, better known as CALAHE. She served as the organization's president from 2007-2019.  The mission of this organization is to advocate and promote full access, retention, and participation of Latinos/as throughout Connecticut higher education at all levels.     In addition to other professional organizations, MS Garcia-Bowen's involvement in the following committees and organization speak to her pioneer work, dedication, and advocacy for marginalized populations.    Committee on Concerns for Women  Women of Color-sub-committee  2019 Award Recipient 100 Women of Color  Latin American Association-member (served as officer as well)  Latin American, Latino and Caribbean Center advisory board- member  President Citation Award Selection Committee  SUOAF-Steward  Represented CCW on Campus on Compassion Committee  CSCU System Equity Council member and Tri-Chair  We discuss: Having a sense of self, belonging and being loved Love and security of family and structure Race as a boundary Being teaching agents The pain of losing children Recognizing the varied components of community Aligning our visions and missions with like-minded people. YouTube: https://youtu.be/kmJMpd-p9xA Please enjoy, share, and comment! Autobiography https://mensimah.com/sankofa/ Please support our channel. https://www.patreon.com/join/mensimahshabazzphd https://PayPal.Me/MRTPodcast Contact Links: Mensimah's Round Table - Join Women's Group on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/191292605667511 Mensimah's Round Table Podcast: https://mensimahs-round-table.captivate.fm Website: https://mensimah.com Other Social Media Links: https://solo.to/mensimahshabazzphd

Average rent in the state is up 15% on average, with more than half the state's renters cost-burdened, according to a recent report. Meanwhile, evictions are creeping back to pre-pandemic levels. Those numbers had dipped because of pandemic-related state and federal relief programs, but most of those resources have lapsed or dried up. This hour, we hear from Connecticut Public housing reporter Camila Vallejo about how vulnerable communities are likely to be hit hardest, and what she learned from one family who was recently evicted in Norwalk. We also hear from the Connecticut Coalition of Property Owners. What are the broader barriers to renting – and buying? We hear about the "inventory crisis" from the Connecticut Association of Realtors; and pan out with Joshua Devine, director of Racial Economic Equity at the National Community Reinvestment Coalition (NCRC). The NCRC found that the homeownership gap between Black and white Americans is currently the widest it's been in 100 years. GUESTS: Camila Vallejo: Housing Reporter, Connecticut Public John Souza: President, Connecticut Coalition of Property Owners Tammy Felenstein: President, Connecticut Association of Realtors Joshua Devine: Director of Racial Economic Equity, National Community Reinvestment Coalition Support the show: http://wnpr.org/donate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

With the statewide school mask mandate expected to expire at the end of the month, local districts can determine their own policies. School boards and superintendents are facing continued public pressure according to Fran Rabinowitz, executive director of the Connecticut Association of Public School Superintendents. The State Department of Public Health, along with the Department of Education, does have the authority to reinstate a statewide school mask mandate until June 30. This hour, get the latest from Connecticut Department of Public Health Commissioner Manisha Juthani. Connecticut Mirror Capitol Bureau Chief Mark Pazniokas also joins to discuss the start of the legislative session, and the impact of the upcoming election. GUESTS: Mark Pazniokas – Capitol Bureau Chief, Connecticut Mirror Fran Rabinowitz – Executive Director, Connecticut Association of Public School Superintendents Dr. Mark Conway – Superintendent, Derby Public Schools Dr. Manisha Juthani – Commissioner, Connecticut Department of Public Health Support the show: http://wnpr.org/donate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The American Library Association (ALA) reported an “unprecedented spike” in book removal requests last fall, tallying 330 from September 1 to December 1. The ALA noted "a focus on books that address the voices and lived experiences of Black, Indigenous, and people of color and LGBTQIA+ individuals." How are local librarians responding to these challenges? Hear from school and public librarians in Connecticut. Plus, the ALA and the Connecticut Library Association's Intellectual Freedom Office discuss the resources they offer local librarians. GUESTS: Samantha Lee - Chair, Connecticut Library Association's Intellectual Freedom Committee; Head of Reference Services at Enfield Public Library Deborah Caldwell Stone - Director, American Library Association Office for Intellectual Freedom Barbara Johnson - Library Media Specialist, Jack Jackter Intermediate School; Member, American Association of School Librarians; Former President, Connecticut Association of School Librarians Mary Richardson - Teen Librarian, Simsbury Public Library; Co-Host "Book Jam" Podcast Support the show: http://wnpr.org/donate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As Connecticut schools reopen amid a COVID-19 surge, administrators are working to prevent staffing shortages and closures, and to respond to concerns from parents and students. Hear from the Connecticut Association of Public School Superintendents and local districts. How did the recent change in CDC guidance on isolation time impact reopening? Plus, epidemiologist Dr. Saad Omer offers clarity amid changing public health messaging; and Dr. Mark Siegel shares his perspective from the critical care setting, explaining what he's asking Governor Lamont to do. GUESTS: Fran Rabinowitz - Executive Director, Connecticut Association of Public School Superintendents Jan Perruccio - Superintendent of Public Schools, Old Saybrook Dr. Saad Omer - Epidemiologist; Director, Yale Institute for Global Health Dr. Mark Siegel - Pulmonary and Critical Care Physician; Residency Program Director, Yale School of Medicine Support the show: http://wnpr.org/donate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chaz and AJ spoke with Fran Rabinowitz, Executive Director for the Connecticut Association of Public School Superintendents. There is a growing concern among teachers that students have too much power in the schools. Fran doesn't believe that is the case.  Photo Credit: Getty Images/tiero/iStock/Getty Images Plus

On this Sunday's edition of News You Can Use on WTIC NewsTalk 1080 at 5:30a and 9:00a, host Ann Baldwin talks with Patrice McCarthy, Deputy Director and General Counsel of the Connecticut Association of Boards of Education (CABE). Ann & Patrice start off the show by talking about all of the issues, and therefore attention, that school boards have been receiving over the past year or so. They speak about how important these board meetings are and how parental involvement is crucial. Patrice also recaps the recent CABE/CAPSS annual conference, which had special guest United States Secretary of Education, Miguel Cardona, speak via Zoom. The final topic covered in the show is that of the free lunches that have been available to students across the country through the end of the 2021-2022 school year. Patrice comments on all of the benefits of this program as well as its importance.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode of “Surveyor Says! The NSPS Podcast” features executive Director Curt Sumner sitting down to speak with Rick Howard, PLS (CT) and a candidate for NSPS Vice President in the upcoming 2022 Election. Rick has been involved in the surveying profession for over 30 years.  His educational background includes an associate degree in Civil Technology from the University of New Hampshire and a Bachelor of Science in Survey Engineering from The University of Maine, Orono.  Rick has both private and public sector experience. He spent 18 years working for Northeast Utilities in Berlin, Connecticut gaining experience in all types of land surveys including monitoring, GPS, GIS and large mapping projects.  He has been in private practice since 2007 and maintains land surveying licenses in CT, MA and NY. Rick has served on The Connecticut Association of Land Surveyors (CALS) Board of Directors since 2007 and was selected as its Surveyor of the Year in 2014.  Rick represented CALS on the NSPS Board of Governors from 2007 to 2013, receiving the Key Governor Award in 2007, and serving as Chairman for two years (2012 and 2013).  As a CALS NSPS Director he received the Key Director Award in 2016. Rick became a member of the NSPS team of ABET Program Evaluators (PEV) in 2014, served on the NSPS Executive Committee in 2015 and received an NSPS Presidential Citation in 2017.   Rick currently serves as an NSPS Trustee on the NSPS Foundation Board (2015 to the present) and has served as Vice-Chair for the last two years. Rick would like to see NSPS continue to be "One Unified Voice for the Surveying Profession", to strengthen our membership and continue to excel at the things we have proven we can do well. Thank you for listening to this episode of “Surveyor Says!” The NSPS Podcast and look for more interviews with the officer candidates for the 2022 NSPS election cycle.

Patrice McCarthy,  Deputy Director and General Counsel at Connecticut Association of Boards of Education. Re: How has the bus driver shortage affected the schools and education of our children. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mark Landers is a championship-winning boys soccer coach at Glastonbury High School in Glastonbury, CT. Landers has been a coach at Glastonbury High School for 27 years. In his 20 years as a head coach, Landers' teams have won 8 state championships and 16 league titles. He has a career record of 309-64-39. Landers, a 7th-grade teacher at Smith Middle School in Glastonbury, has built a winning culture on and off the field at Glastonbury High School. Rob Rose is an 8th-grade teacher at Smith Middle School in Glastonbury, Connecticut, and a basketball coach at Glastonbury High School. Rose was named the Connecticut Association on Schools (CAS) Middle-Level Exemplary Educator of the Year. This award recognizes outstanding educators who have had a positive impact on their school/district through involvement with students, staff, and parents in and out of the classroom as well as individuals that have demonstrated leadership in their profession. please check the website for more information: https://thewinningdifference.org You can also follow them on Twitter: The Winning Difference (@thewinningdiff1). Please share the podcast. If you know any coaches that you think would be great to tell their story, send me an email. workprogress2021@gmail.com *********************************************** Show sponsors: find them on Instagram @Nanabearsminidonuts @pineapplewhips --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/lifeacpov/support

Patrice McCarthy, with the Connecticut Association of Boards of Education, discusses the upcoming school year and the coronavirus pandemic. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today's episode of Audacious is not appropriate for children or for those who are particularly sensitive to the topic of sexual assault. Right now, 1 in 4 girls and 1 in 13 boys are sexually abused before the age of 18. And more than 90% of those victims know their perpetrator in some way. You've maybe heard the saying, “Hurt people hurt people”. But what makes a person want to hurt - to sexually abuse - a child? Hear from a man who did just that and spent 7 years in prison. Today, he's the author of The Parent's Guide to Protecting Children from Pedophiles. The President of the Connecticut Association for the Treatment of Sexual Offenders talks about about effective treatment, and the flaws she sees in the sex offender registry. Also, how to protect your children. Photo: EyeEm/Getty Images Creative Support the show: https://www.wnpr.org/donate See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week on The Real Word, Byron and Nicole discuss a new law put into place that affects Connecticut real estate teams, how telling a couple to get counseling led to more deals for one agent, and Brad Inman's big announcement. Subscribe to The Real Word Channel → https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTTMiZF0wRlmME_ap5EqfnQ?sub_confirmation=1 Racket 1: An email from the Connecticut Association of Realtors details a new law for real estate teams. What are your thoughts on this new ruling? Racket 2: How well do you recognize conflict? This agent gained four deals for suggesting a couple go to counseling: https://www.inman.com/2021/07/27/how-telling-a-couple-to-get-counseling-led-to-4-more-deals-together/ Marketeer: Beringer Capital is acquiring Inman: https://www.inman.com/2021/07/26/inman-is-being-acquired-by-beringer-capital/ Connect with Byron: Website: https://www.byronlazine.com/​​ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ByronLazine/​​ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/byronlazine/​​ Twitter: https://twitter.com/byronlazine​​ Tik Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@byronlazine The Real Word: https://www.youtube.com/channel/there​​... 5AM Call Sign-up: https://www.5amcall.com/​​ YouTube: http://bit.ly/sub2byronlazine​​ Subscribe to Byron's newsletter here: https://www.byronlazine.com/subscribe​​ Connect with Nicole White: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nicolewhiter... Instagram: www.instagram.com/nicolewhiterealtor #Realestate #realestatenews #realestatepodcast TIMESTAMPS INTRO 00:00- 01:06 Racket 1 : 01:07 Racket 2 : 23:36 Racket 3 : 31.07

This morning, Lisa spoke with Fran M. Rabinowitz, Executive Director for the Connecticut Association of Public School Superintendents about Critical Race Theory. Image Credit: silvestra /iStock / Getty Images Plus

You're listening to the Westerly Sun's podcast, where we talk about the best local events, new job postings, obituaries, and more. First, a bit of Rhode Island trivia. Today's trivia is brought to you by Perennial. Perennial's new plant-based drink “Daily Gut & Brain” is a blend of easily digestible nutrients crafted for gut and brain health. A convenient mini-meal, Daily Gut & Brain” is available now at the CVS Pharmacy in Wakefield. Now, some trivia. Did you know that providence-born, Greta Hodgkinson, is an American-Canadian ballet dancer? She was a principal dancer with the National Ballet of Canada until she stepped down in 2020. She will continue to perform freelance and become the artist-in residence of the National Ballet. In addition to the Canadian Order of Ontario, Greta has received two citations from the State of Rhode Island, in recognition of her extraordinary talents, accomplishments and outstanding contribution to arts and culture in the US.  It's Friday and almost the weekend. Tonight from 5 to 7pm at The Ocean House, The 2021 Joyce S. Ahern Speaker Series will present Deborah Royce, who will talk about the creative process behind her new book, Ruby Falls. Enjoy a fun and lively conversation followed by a reception to benefit Literacy Volunteers of Washington County. Find out more at www.literacywashingtoncounty.org. Next, We're continuing our series of great weekend hikes in and around Westerly. Find a quiet spot to go for a hike with the Westerly Land Trust. Whether you head to the Avondale Farm Preserve, Barlow Nature Preserve, or other great places to take a walk, you can find maps and directions at westerlylandtrust.org. Lastly, it's a new year and we've seen just how important journalism is over the past few years. Remember that reporting the local news is an important part of what it means to live here. Head over to Westerlysun.com and help us tell the stories of our community each and every day. Digital access starts at just 50 cents a day and makes all the difference in the world. Are you interested in a new opportunity? Look no further, we're here again with another new job listing. Today's posting comes from Mohegan Sun. They're opening up again and looking for event security guards, event marketing representatives, ushers, and ticket takers.  If you're interested, you can read more and apply by using the link in our episode description. https://www.indeed.com/l-Westerly,-RI-jobs.html?vjk=26d99a5d35f1087c Today we're remembering the life of George Kenneth Boyer of Stonington who passed away peacefully on June 9, 2021, with family by his side. George was born in Wallington, NJ and proudly served in the US Coast Guard. While stationed in Groton at Avery Point, he fell in love with the shoreline of southeastern Connecticut, to which he returned to make his home and begin a long successful career in real estate. His first office of The Boyer Agency opened in Mystic. George grew the company to include twenty nine offices and divisions including residential, investment, commercial, property management, mortgage brokerage, corporate relocation and insurance. George had been affiliated with the National Institute of Real Estate Brokers, the National and Connecticut Association of Real Estate Boards, New London Board of Realtors and a former member of the Groton Kiwanis. George touched the lives of many with his eternal optimism, generous heart, his fun-loving sense of humor, laughter, winks and smiles. He was deeply loved and will be forever missed by family and all those who hold him dear to their heart. George loved spending time in New York City to catch dinner and a show, traveling abroad, walks on Watch Hill beach, and being with his family. The family is forever grateful to the loving staff at The Cottage who provided excellent care in the last few years of George's life, and gave the family peace of mind knowing he was well cared for. George is survived by his wife Mary, four children from his first marriage. He also leaves behind his stepchildren and loving grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Thank you for taking a moment with us today to remember and celebrate George's life. That's it for today, we'll be back next time with more! Also, remember to check out our sponsor Perennial, Daily Gut & Brain, available at the CVS on Main St. in Wakefield! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this week's split program, host Ann Baldwin speaks with two guests. On the first half of the episode, Ann speaks with Patrice McCarthy, Deputy Director and General Counsel member at Connecticut Association of Boards of Education (CABE). Patrice talks about the challenges of this past school year, and her optimism about the year coming up. Tune in Sunday to hear Patrice speak about the importance of Board of Education members and the gratitude she has for them.  On the second portion of the episode, Ann speaks with Susan Wollschlager, Marketing and Communications Manager at Connecticut Human Society. Susan talks about the changes brought on by COVID-19 and how to deal with our pets post-pandemic. Susan also speaks about how we can help and get involved with this organization, and she reminds us that there are pets of all kinds readily available to be adopted.  Tune in this Sunday to hear more from Patrice and Susan on their remarkable organizations. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dave Rubin of The Rubin Report talks to track athlete Chelsea Mitchell and her lawyer Kristen Waggoner from the Alliance Defending Freedom about transgender athletes in girls sports, the editing of her op-ed piece in USA Today to remove the phrase “biological males”, and her lawsuit against Connecticut and the Connecticut Association of Schools regarding transgender women competing in girls sports. Chelsea shares her first hand experience of being one the fastest girls in her state, but constantly losing to transgender girls. She explains how this has cost her numerous state championships and medals. They discuss the reason for the separation of boys and girls sports and the unfair advantage that trans women in sports have over females.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

 Fran Rabinowitz, Executive Director. Connecticut Association of Public School Superintendents. Schools end of year plans. How do districts this this year was with all the adjustments See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode #4: Dr. Mark Benigni In today's episode, Todd sat down with Dr. Mark Benigni of Meriden Public Schools. Dr. Benigni was recognized as a 2015 Education Week Leader to Learn From for his collaborative leadership and innovative work; which includes extended day schools, BYOD K-12 guidelines, 1:1 device initiatives, and student-centered learning approaches, as well as the creation of a STARS Program for students with autism and a Success Academy for over-age and under-credited students. In 2016, the Meriden Public Schools was a recipient of a National School Boards Association Magna Award and a District of Distinction Award from District Administration magazine. Since Dr. Benigni's arrival in 2010, the Meriden Public Schools has increased student academic growth, while reducing suspensions by 71% and expulsions by 96%. Dr. Benigni served as a teacher, principal and four-term mayor. In addition to authoring over 25 articles in educational journals and having Rowman and Littlefield Education publish his book, "Mentoring Matters", Dr. Benigni has presented at national venues and taught doctorate classes. Dr. Benigni was a recipient of the Ten Outstanding Young Americans Award by the United States Junior Chamber of Commerce, and he currently serves as the co-chair of the Connecticut Association of Urban Superintendents and a member of the Connecticut Association of Public School Superintendents' Board of Directors. This year the Meriden Public Schools won a Model School Award from the International Center for Leadership in Education, and will be featured by Edutopia as a "District That Works". Learn more about Dr. Mark Benigni on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/benignim/

TeamPeds Talks will focus on Mental Health in our second Conversations on Child Health series. Each conversation episode is hosted by National Association of Pediatric Nurse Pediatric Executive Board President Jessica Peck, DNP, APRN, CPNP-PC, CNE, CNL, FAANP. This episode's guest is Anna Goddard PhD, APRN, CPNP-PC, discussing Adverse Childhood Events. Dr. Goddard works as an Assistant Professor at Sacred Heart University, Davis & Henley College of Nursing where she teaches Quality Improvement, Epidemiology, Evidence Based Practice. With a variety of roles in School-Based Health Center practice including past-Director of Medical Services at Child and Family Agency in Southeastern Connecticut, she continues to work as a SBHC and Early Education Nurse Consultant. Dr. Goddard has served as the project manager and team-lead for multiple internal, regional, state, and national initiatives. Dr. Goddard has directed multiple quality improvement processes at Child Family Agency in conjunction with the Alliance, Connecticut Department of Public Health, and the Connecticut Association of School-Based Health Centers (CASBHC), where she is now a Board of Directors representative, providing state. She regularly serves as a peer-reviewer for several high-impact journals, holding multiple publications in the peer-reviewed literature, book chapters, and sought for contribution to consumer publications. Dr. Goddard has conducted workshops and educational sessions of late on adverse childhood experiences and trauma-informed care with accompanying publications in the Journal of Pediatric Health Care and Nurse Education Today. Dr. Goddard received her PhD from Vanderbilt University School of Nursing (2016), a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) from Yale University (2005) as a Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Dr. Goddard was most recently selected for the 2020 Kelly-Reed Community Impact Award from the Pediatric Nursing Certification Board and the 2020 Rising Star Award from the National School-based Health Alliance. In this episode, pediatric nurse practitioner and mental health expert Dr. Anna Goddard explores the long-term health impacts of adverse childhood events. Learn to recognize behavioral and physical symptoms of trauma and how to respond in a trauma-informed way to promote resilience and healthy coping skills. Visit us at napnap.org!

If you saw the film Dirty Dancing and one of the 55 million people who own the Dirty Dancing soundtrack then you certainly know the song that Stacy Widelitz composed with long time friend Patrick Swayze . . . "SHE"S LIKE THE WIND".  We talk about the "Dirty Dancing" days hangin with him, what Patrick was like as a person and some of the other great movies the legendary actor starred in! The song was a huge hit for the movie! Plus co-writing with the great Jeff Skunk Baxter (The Doobie Brothers and Steely Dan) the original 90210 Theme Song.  Stacy is on keys, Skunk on guitars + Edgar Winter on sax.  Here is the link to the original theme opening of Beverly Hills 90210 he composed for the pilot show. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c549DnkMAfQ Stacy served as president of the board of Grammy-nominated ALIAS Chamber Ensemble, and is the past president of the boards of Nashville Opera and Leadership Music and currently president of Nashville Opera Guild.   Stacy also has turned into quite the photographer and you can see some of his great photos on his website below.https://stacywidelitz.com/In the second segment we talk with Mrs. Connecticut 2020!  Daurie  DeVore Marsden,  APRN,  a Yale New Haven Hospital certified registered nurse anesthetist has served as the youngest chair in history of the New England Assembly of Nurse Anesthetists. She currently serves on the Board of Directors of the Connecticut Association of Nurse Anesthetists, volunteers her time mentoring students and residents, and is part of the CRNA Resiliency Advocacy Team at Yale New Haven Hospital. Daurie is looking to help others build their skills to increase their resiliency through wellness activities. To her, wellness is physical, mental, social, spiritual, and emotional. She hopes to encourage others to practice self-care, self-love, and self-acceptance through her reign. We are proud  that she is representing the state of Connecticut and wish her the best of luck in being crowned Mrs. America 2021!

This week, the Mississippi House approved Senate Bill 2536, which prohibits transgender athletes from competing on women’s sports teams in the state’s high schools and universities. Closer to home, in Connecticut there is an ongoing case, Soule vs. Connecticut Association of Schools, in which female athletes aim to overturn the CIAC’s policy of allowing “biological males who claim a female identity to compete in girls’ athletic events”. What is your take on transgender athletes competing in their preferred sport? Matt Sharp, senior counsel for Alliance Defending Freedom, joins Dan to discuss.

Amato and Tomlin welcome Jenna Chicano, Woodland's weather forecaster, and Emily Laput, President of the Connecticut Association of Student Councils (CASC) and Chris Tomlin, CASC Executive Director. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/morning-mayhem/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/morning-mayhem/support

In this episode of Let's Talk Sped Law, we interview Sharri Lungarini! Shari is an amazing parent, advocate, and clinician within the Connecticut disability rights community. Her story both personally and professionally is so inspiring that it absolutely must be shared with fellow parents, clinicians and advocates. Sharri Lungarini is a Registered Behavior Technician working in the CCSN Behavioral Health ABA Clinic. Sharri received her master's degree in Behavioral Education from the University of Cincinnati and is currently receiving supervision towards becoming a Board Certified Behavior Analyst.  Sharri's clinical experiences include working with learners with complex learning profiles across a variety of environments including in the home, in the community, and at school.  Her prior work experiences and/or supervisory experiences extend across children ages 18 months old through 21 within the CT Birth to Three system, public schools, and in DCF mandated programs.  In addition to her clinical experiences, Sharri actively volunteers with local organizations advocating for the advancement of the behavior analytic profession such as the Connecticut Association for Behavior Analysis (CTABA) and the Behavior Analyst Leadership Council (BALC).  She served as a Vice-Chair with Connecticut Interagency Birth-to-Three Coordination Council (ICC).  Her professional interests include early intensive behavioral intervention (EIBI), family training, advocacy, and legislation.To learn more about Shari and CCSN, visit: https://www.ccsnct.org/

Today it’s great to have Susan Baum on the podcast. Dr. Baum is the Director of the 2e Center for Research and Professional Development at Bridges Academy, a school for twice-exceptional children. She is also Provost of the Bridges Graduate School of Cognitive Diversity in Education. She is the author of many books and articles primarily focusing on understanding and nurturing the needs of special populations of gifted underachieving students including the award-winning 3rd edition of her seminal work To Be Gifted & Learning Disabled. Her research and experience in the field of twice-exceptional education have earned her much recognition: 2010 recipient of the Lifetime Achievement Award granted by the Weinfeld Group, 2011 recipient of the Connecticut Association for the Gifted “Friend of the Gifted Award; the 2015 Distinguished Professional Alumni Award from the Neag School of Education; the Lifetime Achievement Award from AEGUS and the 2e Newsletter in 2017, as well as the Alexinia Baldwin Award from National Association for Gifted Students in 2019. Time Stamps [01:30] Dr. Baum’s experience in the field of twice-exceptional education [02:53] “Gifted Education” research in 1985 [04:07] What it means to be 2e [06:00] The difference between gifted and non-gifted in students with learning disabilities [07:50] What counts as “gifted” [09:25] The importance of divergent thinking in creative problem-solving [14:07] Dr. Baum’s work on multiple intelligences theory [16:18] Dr. Baum’s assessment tools for identifying strengths, interests and talents [19:54] The 4 personality types identified by Dr. Baum’s assessment tools [24:48] Bridges Graduate School of Cognitive Diversity in Education and embracing neurodiversity [30:18] “It isn’t easy being green” [36:33] Learning styles vs. strengths [41:58] General intelligence and working memory in 2e learners [46:05] Circumventing the limitations of working memory and strengths-based education [49:41] The importance of a community of support in 2e education

The Connecticut Association for Healthcare at Home is the largest member group of home health & hospice leaders championing home-based solutions as vital to better health in CT. Through networking, education and advocacy leadership, the Associations is helping those in the CT healthcare continuum get connected, be informed and create change.https://www.cthealthcareathome.orgTracy WodatchPresident & CEO Courtney VerissimoMembership & Events Manager Doreen NapoliEducation & Events Planner Alison ClarkOperations ManagerSupport this show http://supporter.acast.com/death-by-design. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Behavior is always a hot topic in special education.  If a school struggles to support a child’s behavior, the child often struggles comprehensively.  One solution is a comprehensive functional behavior assessment, which is an evaluation of the child’s trigger behaviors.  Once an FBA is done, the team can develop a BIP.Dr. Solandy Forte of Milestones Behavioral Services walks us through the components to a well-written, comprehensive FBA in today’s episode. Solandy is my friend.  We met at the COPAA Convention through her husband, Jeff, who is a special education attorney in Connecticut.  I’d met Jeff at Wrightslaw’s ISEA a few years prior.  I met Solandy at a happy hour and knew I wanted to sit by her at dinner, as her passion and wisdom are contagious!  I could listen to her talk behavior all day!  Dr. Forte’s explanation of the FBA is practical and thorough.  I have read so many FBAs that tell me very little about the child.  She explains the components of the FBA (which are listed in the FREE resource on my website here) and also the reasons that you need them.  This is amazing information that you can tote along with you to your next IEP meeting!    Then, she explains how to take the recommendations from an FBA to draft a Behavior Intervention Plan, which both supports the child with proactive and preventative strategies but also reactive interventions.  I have a lot of cases that involve behavior, and Solandy taught me a thing or two in today’s episode!  It’s just that good!   Meet My Guest: Solandy Forte, PhD, LCSW, BCBA-DLicensed Behavior Analyst in CT, MADirector, Consultation Services and Community OutreachDr. Solandy Forte is a doctoral level Board Certified Behavior Analyst licensed in Connecticut and Massachusetts and a Licensed Clinical Social Worker at Milestones Behavioral Services in Connecticut. Solandy provides consultation services to the Milestones’ School Programs, Advanced Intervention and Daycare. She is also leading the Community Outreach initiative.Solandy has worked with children and young adults with a wide range of developmental disabilities, mental health disorders, autism and related disorders in their homes, schools, and community settings. She has coordinated with multi-disciplinary teams to promote capacity for educating children within the least restrictive educational setting.Currently, Solandy serves on the Board of Directors for the Behavior Analyst Leadership Council (BALC) and has been a member of the Executive Council for the Connecticut Association for Behavior Analysts (CTABA). She has presented at regional and national conferences on topics related to staff training, behavioral assessment, navigating through cultural barriers, behavioral consultation, supervision, and ethics.Solandy is an adjunct professor for the Institute of Autism and Behavioral Studies at the University of Saint Joseph in West Hartford, Connecticut and the Institute of Behavioral Studies at Endicott College in Beverly, Massachusetts. Never miss out on a new episode by joining my mailing list here: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f43ff3f99f8080026e08ed7 Functional Behavioral Assessments Download: https://view.flodesk.com/pages/5f8058b825883d31008455f7

The Executive Director of The Connecticut Association of Public School Superintendents Fran Rabinowitz calls in to discuss where schools are headed and how they are doing.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The guide was written to support educators and administrators in preparing for the 2020 Presidential election. Published by the Virginia Center for Inclusive Communities (Summer 2020), the DAY AFTER ELECTION GUIDE includes content on navigating classroom climate, communication, curriculum, legal considerations, professional development, and responding to challenges inside and outside of the classroom.Shanelle Henry, is the Director of Equity and Inclusion at Greens Farms Academy, Co-Chair of the Commission on Diversity for the Connecticut Association of Independent Schools (CAIS), and is also an active member of TEAM Westport, the official diversity committee of the Town of Westport. An alumna of Smith College and the University of Massachusetts Amherst Social Justice Education (SJE) graduate program. Co-Founded the Institute for Teaching Diversity and Social Justice (www.idsj.us) with Dr. Khyati Joshi. Shanelle is a published author, speaker, and contributor to multiple projects https://www.linkedin.com/in/shanellehenryrobinson/Khayti Joshi co-founder of the Summer Institute for Teaching Diversity and Social Justice - multiple days in multiple locations visit www.idsj.us, Author of White Christian Privilege: The Illusion of Religious Equality in America (NYU Press, 2020) www.whitechristianprivilege.com, co-editor for Teaching for Diversity and Social Justice (3rd edition, 2016) - you might be familiar with this book https://www.khyatijoshi.com/books/teaching-for-diversity-and-social-justice https://www.facebook.com/DrKhyatiYJoshi and khyatijoshi.com I have a new book: White Christian Privilege: The Illusion of Religious Equality in America (NYU Press, 2020)More info at www.whitechristianprivilege.com khyatijoshi.com | idsj.usTwitter | LinkedIn Returning to Third Space, Jonathan C. Zur is President & CEO of the Virginia Center for Inclusive Communities (VCIC), an organization that works with schools, business, and communities to achieve success through inclusion. Jonathan was appointed by the Governor of Virginia to the Commonwealth Commission on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, formed in the aftermath of the tragedy in Charlottesville in August 2017. In 2016, Jonathan was a speaker at the inaugural White House Summit on Diversity and Inclusion in Government.

In this episode, Dr. Jaquel shares with us her own experiences in business as well as some of the most common pitfalls she notices as she mentors fellow Naturopathic Doctors and Integrative Practitioners that wastes our time and keeps us from scaling up. Dr. Jaquel also discusses the benefits of niching, the importance of the culture within your practice, and how setting an intention for yourself and your practice can keep you focused and shift your perspective. Dr. Jaquel Patterson is a nationally recognized naturopathic physician, success coach, best-selling author, and sought-after speaker. She owns a successful multidisciplinary medical practice including naturopathic medicine, nutrition, internal medicine, physical therapy, and acupuncture in Fairfield, CT. She has over 12 years of clinical experience with a focus on autoimmune conditions, Lyme disease, allergies, anxiety/depression, and childhood developmental disorders. She is also the immediate Past President for the national association, American Association of Naturopathic Physicians and serves on the board of the Connecticut Association of Naturopathic Physicians. Dr. Jaquel is a sought-after speaker and presents at large conferences like Annual World Congress Anti-Aging Medicine (A4M) Venetian, and has appeared multiple times on television, publications and radio. She has been published in New York Magazine, USA Today, Real Simple magazine, Under Armour, Fitness Pal, Natural Practitioner, Naturopathic Doctor News and Review, and the Spa Dr., amongst others.  Dr. Jaquel is also the Medical Advisor for Zycal Bioceuticals Healthcare and Vermont Hemp Health. She is also a contributor to Forbes Magazine and member of the Forbes Business Council and Expert Panel. In addition to her naturopathic medical degree, she has her MBA in Healthcare Management from Quinnipiac University and has her undergraduate degree from Cornell University. Connect with Dr. Jaquel;Book a Free Strategy Session: https://drjaquelnd.lpages.co/free-strategy-session-initial/ Learn More and Work with Dr. Jaquel: https://drjaquelnd.com/ Buy the book, Naturalpreneurs: https://www.amazon.com/Naturalpreneurs-Building-Successful-Scalable-Integrative-ebook/dp/B084GDXLGX/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=Dr.+Jaquel+Patterson&qid=1580837746&sr=8-1 Social Media:IG: https://www.instagram.com/drjaquelnd/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/drjaquelND/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/drjaquelnd   Be sure to like, share, and subscribe to keep the Inspiration going! www.ndinspo.com IG: @nd.inspo

Patrice McCarthy with the Connecticut Association of Boards of Education discusses COVID-19 and back to school. See omnystudio.com/policies/listener for privacy information.

Patrice McCarthy is The Deputy Director and General Counsel for The Connecticut Association of Boards of Education. She discusses the big changes coming to the new school world and explains who is going to pay for all of this?

Patrice McCarthy is The Deputy Director and General Counsel at The Connecticut Association of Boards of Education. She discusses how the months of distance learning impacted our schools in state and if Boards of Education have begun to prepare for the fall.

Hear how Melissa Thom collaborates in building a culture of reading and strengthens relationships with students remotely! YouTube: Live from the Library #LiteracyInspiredCrafts Website bit.ly/MasksByMelissa Enrichment Resources WHPS Online Professional Learning Melissa Thom’s blog: Joyful Learning Bristow Middle School Virtual Library (a work in progress) Schoolwide Culture of Reading Padlet Book Tasting: Thematic Book Clubs Developing and Nurturing a School-wide Culture of Reading Page Turner Kids: Book Reviews For Kids By Kids Bitmoji Scenes 101  Connecticut Association of School Librarians Book Depot  Book Outlet Mackin ABDO Audiosync--Free YA audiobooks all summer long  Taika & Friends: James and the Giant Peach Wizarding World: Harry Potter and the Sorcercer’s Stone   Find Melissa Thom on: Twitter and Instagram: @MsThomBookitis Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/melissathomjoyfullearning   #KidsNeedMentors #SchoolwideCultureOfReading #BookPosse #mglit #BristowReads #LiteracyInspiredCrafts

Many elderly residents depend on skilled nursing care. But as the number of cases of COVID-19 grow across the state, families are increasingly worried about their loved ones in facilities. Older adults are most vulnerable to the coronavirus, and in Connecticut, nearly 4 in 10 deaths from COVID-19 are people in nursing homes. This hour, we take a look at the COVID-19 pandemic in Connecticut’s nursing homes. We talk about the state’s latest plans to try to mitigate the spread of the disease, and hear about the impact of the pandemic on residents and staff. Do you have a family member in a skilled nursing facility? Or are you a staff member at a nursing home? GUESTS: Jenna Carlesso - Health reporter for CT Mirror Matt Barrett - President and CEO of the Connecticut Association of Health Care Facilities Rob Baril - President of the SEIU 1199NE union, which represents over 6000 workers at nursing home facilities in Connecticut Rhoda Lawrence – LPN at Bidwell Health Care Center in Manchester Mairead Painter - Connecticut State Long Term Care Ombudsman Support the show.

Dr. Karissa L. Niehoff is the executive director of the National Federation of State High School Associations (NFHS) in Indianapolis, Indiana. She is the first female to head the national leadership organization for high school athletics and performing arts activities and the sixth full-time executive director of the NFHS, which celebrated its 100th year of service during the 2018-19 school year. She previously was executive director of the Connecticut Association of Schools-Connecticut Interscholastic Athletic Conference for seven years. In today’s episode, we discuss: The state of high school athletics (recorded prior to Covid-19) Advice for how parents can help their kids best Challenges & opportunities facing high school athletics Qualities of great coaches ... and so much more!!!   Resources, Books, and Links  Website: NFHS.org Articles of Interest . . . High School Football is Thriving, not just surviving Thanks to NFHS Network, viewership of high school sports continues to climb Karissa Niehoff Selected to USA Football's Board of Directors Parents: "act your age" Officiating Courses Offered Free Karissa Niehoff Selected as NFHS Executive Director Past "Success is a Choice" podcast episodes of interest . . . Patti Phillips (Women Leaders of College Sports) - Episode 127 Kara Lawson (NBA coach & former WNBA star) - Episode 114 Jon Gordon (author of "The Energy Bus") - Episode 100 Keith Grabowski (USA Football) - Episode 083 Travis Daugherty (Sports Parenting Expert) - Episode 063 Bobby Cox (IHSAA Commissioner) - Episode 019 Betsy Butterick (Communication expert) - Episode 013 Dwane Casey (2018 NBA Coach of the Year) - Episode 001 This Episode is Sponsored By Audible Today’s podcast is brought to you by audible – get a FREE audiobook download and 30-day free trial (new subscribers only) at www.audibletrial.com/SuccessIsAChoice. Over 180,000 titles to choose from for your iPhone, Android, Kindle or mp3 player.  Our friends at audible are offering a free download of some of our past guests including Todd Gongwer, Kevin Harrington, Lolly Daskal, Bob Burg, Amy Morin, Michael Burt, Larry Winget, Jon Gordon, and Pat Williams). Take advantage of this great deal by visiting www.AudibleTrial.com/SuccessIsAChoice. Rate and Review Please consider rating the podcast with 5 stars and leaving a quick review on iTunes.  Ratings and reviews are the lifeblood of a podcast. This helps tremendously in bringing the podcast to the attention of others. Thanks again for listening and remember that “Success is a choice. What choice will you make today?”  

Mister Rogers said, “When I was a boy and I would see scary things in the news, my mother would say to me, "Look for the helpers. You will always find people who are helping.” This hour, we’re going to do just that. We’re talking to volunteers, and those working to make our lives a little brighter during this difficult time. We want to hear from you. What are you doing to help out your community? What are your friends and neighbors doing to lift each other's spirits? GUESTS: Dr. David Shapiro - MD, MHSM Chief of Surgical Critical Care & Chief Quality Officer at St Francis Hospital in Hartford, Connecticut Deb Polun - Executive Director, Connecticut Association for Community Action J.R. Logan - Executive Director, MakeHaven, Rob Faber - photographer from Suffield, Connecticut Amanda Stanton - CEO of Stanton Equipment Lisa Tuttle - resident of Somerville, Massachusetts Support the show: http://wnpr.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chaz and AJ spoke with Glenn Lungarini, the executive director for the Connecticut Association of Schools about all the possible ways a spring season of school sports could be salvaged. Every option is still on the table. 

Chaz and AJ spoke with Glenn Lungarini, the executive director for the Connecticut Association of Schools about all the possible ways a spring season of school sports could be salvaged. Every option is still on the table. 

Governor Lamont has declared a public health emergency and thousands of residents, including school children, are staying home. This hour, we discuss the latest in hospital protocols and talk about who can, and cannot, get tested for coronavirus. We hear how colleges, universities, and local school districts are responding to the crisis. Join the conversation on Facebook and Twitter. GUESTS: Nicole Leonard – Health care reporter for Connecticut Public Radio (@ACPressNLeonard) Dr. Jessica Abrantes-Figuerindo - Infectious Disease Specialist at Saint Francis Hospital in Hartford Cassie Basler - Senior editor with WSHU in Fairfield (@CassBasler) Fran Rabinowitz- Executive director of the Connecticut Association of Public School Superintendents Support the show: http://wnpr.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to Episode 24 of the For Flourishing's Sake podcast.  Today, I bring you a very special guest again.  I met this wonderful educator when we were both attending the IPEN World Positive Education Accelerator conference in Fort Worth, TX, in 2018, and she has since contributed not only to this podcast, but to my upcoming book by the same title (out in June 2020). Rebecca Comizio, MA, MA-Ed, NCSP, LPC, is a school psychologist at New Canaan Country School, in New Canaan, CT. She was named by the Connecticut Association of School Psychologists as the School Psychologist of the Year in Connecticut in 2019. Rebecca has a background in education, philosophy and psychology that are the foundations of her work with students, parents and educators to support children so they can flourish. With training in Positive Psychology and CBT for children and adolescents, Rebecca works to utilize the science of psychological well-being to help students enhance the experiences of school work, relationships and play. She is a Nationally Certified School Psychologist and also works as an advocate for students and her field as the Chairperson of National Association of School Psychologists' Communications Committee.  Today Rebecca shares how to address the "Problematic Ps" of challenges that feel Permanent, Personal and Pervasive. You can find Rebecca at the following links: Twitter Facebook New Canaan Country School School PsycEd Podcast for School Psychologists and School Counsellors Everyday Hero - 60 second version (Corporate, motivational, you tube, podcast) Music by Pond5  

This encore episode replays interviews with Assisted Living Services about systems that can help folks age in place, and the agency's involvement with the Connecticut Association for Healthcare at Home. Then we'll replay an episode celebrating Giffin Hospital becoming one of the state's first hospitals to pilot Unite Connecticut – a shared technology platform to address social needs and deliver integrated care. And we'll close re-playing a chat about all the Central CT Coast YMCA network has to offer - from before & after school childcare, to water safety, to helping you keep your resolution to get healthier in 2020!

“Hospice: Bringing Care and Compassion Together” opens the door to having a conversation about hospice. Tracy Wodatch, President and CEO of the Connecticut Association for Healthcare at Home, delves into how hospice can help support the family and the individual’s quality of life—at the end of life.

In this episode, we are speaking with Joe Cirasuolo, former Executive Director of the Connecticut Association of Public School Superintendents (CAPSS) about learner-centered education and the role of states. In this episode, we talked about the following questions: Let’s start the conversation with a personal story about how you got connected to CAPSS and the work of developing these visionary…Read more

Fran Rabinowicz, executive director of the Connecticut Association of Public School Superintendents discusses back to school.

Deborah Hoyt, the President and CEO of the Connecticut Association for Healthcare at Home, has been actively advocating for home care for years. Because home care is the lowest cost, and usually highest quality option for care, the system of reimbursement needs to switch from bricks and mortar to care at home.

A new report commissioned by two Connecticut organizations looks at the challenges children face when their parents are in prison. This hour, we check in with one of those groups -- the Connecticut Association for Human Services -- to see what they found and how they plan on using the results to guide future policy conversations. We also hear from a college student whose father spent nearly a decade behind bars.Support the show: http://wnpr.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.