Podcast appearances and mentions of crystal frommert

In this episode, math educator and author Crystal Frommert joins to share tips for emailing families with some strategies from her book When Calling Parents Isn't Your Calling. You'll also hear Crystal's helpful traffic light system for deciding when to email versus call, plus tips for writing clear, positive messages. If you want to strengthen your school-home communication while maintaining professional boundaries, this episode is for you! Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2025/02/04/tips-for-emailing-families-305/ Sponsored by my quick reference guide Using AI Chatbots to Enhance Planning and Instruction: https://amzn.to/42Xzds0 Follow Crystal Frommert on social: https://www.linkedin.com/in/crystal-frommert/ Follow Monica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/  Take your pick of free EdTech resources: https://classtechtips.com/free-stuff-favorites/   

This conversation explores the significance of brain synchrony in education, emphasizing the importance of diverse teaching methods, social connections among students, and the role of teachers in facilitating engagement. The discussion highlights research findings that link student engagement to academic success and offers practical strategies for teachers to enhance learning environments. Follow on Twitter: @SuzanneDikker @mrs_frommert @YoukiTerada @jonHarper70bd @bamradionetwork Suzanne Dikker's work merges neuroscience, digital art, and education to bring human brain and behavior research out of the lab, into real-world, everyday contexts. As a Research Associate Professor affiliated with New York University and the University of Amsterdam and founding member of the art/science Harmonic Dissonance Collective, Suzanne leads various projects, including MindHive, a community science platform that supports student-teacher-scientist and community-scientist partnerships. Her projects are funded by the National Science Foundation, the National Institute of Mental Health, and the European Research Council, among others. Youki Terada is the Research Editor at Edutopia, a division of the George Lucas Educational Foundation. He leads the research beat, covering a broad range of topics from the science of learning to effective classroom management and assessment strategies. Prior to Edutopia, Youki was an educational technology, STEM, and informal science learning researcher at UC Berkeley and the Lawrence Hall of Science. Crystal Frommert, M.Ed, brings over two decades of diverse educational experience, spanning from elementary to post-secondary levels. She currently holds the positions of middle school math teacher and deputy head of secondary at Awty International School in Houston. Crystal is also a published author of the 2023 book When Calling Parents Isn't Your Calling: A Teacher's Guide to Communicating With Parents.

We discuss the findings of the Parent Report Card, which shows that parents are anxious and uncertain about academic preparedness, mental health support, and preparation for the future in schools. The conversation explores how students grade their schools and the factors contributing to their overall experience. It highlights the importance of engagement, individualized learning, and mental health support in improving students' experiences. The conversation also addresses the challenges of providing mental health resources and the need for teachers to connect families with available services. Overall, the conversation emphasizes the need for schools to listen to students' voices and make improvements to support students better. Zach Hrynowski is a Senior Education Researcher at Gallup. Since joining in 2019, he has contributed to more than 30 public sector survey research projects, primarily within Gallup's higher education practice. In his role, Zach conducts quantitative data analysis, authors internal and public release reports to highlight study findings, and assists in survey instrument design. He also contributes to Gallup's national higher education research and has been a writer for Gallup News. Crystal Frommert, M.Ed, brings over two decades of diverse educational experience, spanning from elementary to post-secondary levels. She currently holds the positions of middle school math teacher and deputy head of secondary at Awty International School in Houston. Crystal is also a published author of the 2023 book When Calling Parents Isn't Your Calling: A Teacher's Guide to Communicating With Parents. Sechita McNAir is a mom of all trades. As a Fellowship recipe of the Atlanta Thrive, she makes sure their exceptional children in the public school system get all that they need to thrive and succeed while within the walls. Her background is in homeschooling my children on the road. She has two biological sons, Malachi age 4 and Elias age 14. She adopted her sister's son Derrick after her passing and is parenting her former's foster teen Monay, age 19. She is learning what it is like to care for orphans in my life with love, affection, and attention. If it were not for my union, IATSE 479, and Sag Aftra Foundation, I know a good part of last year would have been bad for my children.

The conversation explores the importance of considering executive function skills when designing classrooms. The guests discuss how classroom design can impact students' executive function and offer practical strategies for creating a supportive environment. They emphasize the need for clear organization, visual cues, and predictable routines to help students manage their working memory and develop executive function skills. The conversation also highlights the role of reflection and flexibility in classroom design, as well as the role of empathy and self-compassion for teachers in supporting students' executive function development. Follow on Twitter: @childsplaynyny @mrs_frommert @jonHarper70bd @bamradionetwork Related Resources: | Using Games to Reinforce Classroom Routines | Games That Boost Working Memor | Playful Classroom Management | Hacking Gen AI in Education Jocelyn Greene is Child's Play NY's founder and executive director, an award-winning theater education company based in New York. She partners with dozens of schools to connect social-emotional learning (SEL) with academics through residencies and professional development. Jocelyn founded Child's Play NY in 2009, drawing from her work as a student (MFA, NYU graduate acting; BA, Wesleyan University), an actor (The Public Theater, LA Shakespeare Festival), and a teacher (Will Power to Youth, Oddfellows Playhouse, Epic Theater) to develop the rigorous curriculum and imagination-based games that ignite the program today. She is a contributor with Mt. Sinai Parenting and writes about the intersection between theater and child development at childsplayinaction.com Sarah Kesty is an executive function and ADHD coach, author, and speaker. She created Brain Tools School and hosts the Executive Function Podcast. A 4-time teacher of the year, Sarah's coaching and learning program supports high school and college students in developing skills and mindset for independence. Crystal Frommert, M.Ed, brings over two decades of diverse educational experience, spanning from elementary to post-secondary levels. She currently holds the positions of middle school math teacher and deputy head of secondary at Awty International School in Houston. Crystal is also a published author of the 2023 book When Calling Parents Isn't Your Calling: A Teacher's Guide to Communicating With Parents.

The conversation explores the importance of considering executive function skills when designing classrooms. The guests discuss how classroom design can impact students' executive function and offer practical strategies for creating a supportive environment. They emphasize the need for clear organization, visual cues, and predictable routines to help students manage their working memory and develop executive function skills. The conversation also highlights the role of reflection and flexibility in classroom design, as well as the role of empathy and self-compassion for teachers in supporting students' executive function development. Follow on Twitter:  @childsplaynyny @mrs_frommert  @jonHarper70bd @bamradionetwork Related Resources: | Designing Your Classroom to Support Executive Function Skills  | Edutopia, Using Games to Reinforce Classroom Routines | Games That Boost Working Memor   | Playful Classroom  Management | Hacking Gen AI in Education Jocelyn Greene is Child's Play NY's founder and executive director, an award-winning theater education company based in New York. She partners with dozens of schools to connect social-emotional learning (SEL) with academics through residencies and professional development. Jocelyn founded Child's Play NY in 2009, drawing from her work as a student (MFA, NYU graduate acting; BA, Wesleyan University), an actor (The Public Theater, LA Shakespeare Festival), and a teacher (Will Power to Youth, Oddfellows Playhouse, Epic Theater) to develop the rigorous curriculum and imagination-based games that ignite the program today. She is a contributor with Mt. Sinai Parenting and writes about the intersection between theater and child development at childsplayinaction.com Sarah Kesty is an executive function and ADHD coach, author, and speaker. She created Brain Tools School and hosts the Executive Function Podcast. A 4-time teacher of the year, Sarah's coaching and learning program supports high school and college students in developing skills and mindset for independence. Crystal Frommert, M.Ed, brings over two decades of diverse educational experience, spanning from elementary to post-secondary levels. She currently holds the positions of middle school math teacher and deputy head of secondary at Awty International School in Houston. Crystal is also a published author of the 2023 book When Calling Parents Isn't Your Calling: A Teacher's Guide to Communicating With Parents.

In my latest podcast, I interview Crystal Frommert, who shares insights and strategies for building and maintaining a positive relationship with parents / parental figures. She has a wealth of experience and I’m excited to share this with you. Listen to the Podcast If you... The post Crystal Frommert on How to Connect with Parents and Families in a Positive Way appeared first on John Spencer.

✊ Check out the website for the Empowerment Ecosystem Summit for the schedule, locations, and details on how to register! Parent communication isn't the sexiest part of our jobs, but that doesn't make it any less critical. Natalie is joined by Crystal Frommert, author of “When Calling Parents isn't your Calling,” to discuss strategies to proactively partner with parents and how to assert ourselves when communication crosses into disrespectful territory. Show Notes: Whenever possible, we should lean towards verbal rather than written, digital communication. Many of us are nervous about talking to parents because of bad past experiences and deep fears of being exposed as a fraud. Parent communication in education is NOT customer service; we are professionals, not “yes” people. Strategies for proactive parent communication are meet-the-teacher nights, information nights about special events, or spontaneous positive phone calls home. A great question to ask when talking to parents about something tough is, “What suggestions do you have for me to support your child through this?” As we build our expertise, we can avoid talking about grades with parents altogether by sharing evidence of learning directly.

Episode Summary: In this bonus episode of the Learner-Centered Spaces podcast, host Starr Sackstein and Crystal Frommert interview Nick. They discuss the importance of building relationships in a learner-centered space and how to create a more student-focused assessment approach. Nick also shares his recommendations for educators looking to incorporate more learner-centered practices in their classrooms. Building strong relationships with students and their families is essential in creating a learner-centered space. Getting to know students on a personal level, understanding their interests and motivations, and involving families in the learning process can greatly enhance the classroom environment. Moving away from traditional grading practices and focusing more on formative assessment and feedback can lead to more meaningful and effective learning experiences. Using a scale of 1 to 4, emphasizing growth and progress, and providing opportunities for self-reflection can help students take ownership of their learning. Embracing a mindset of curiosity and finding math in everyday situations can make math more engaging and enjoyable for students. Encouraging students to ask questions, explore real-world problems, and see math as a tool for understanding the world around them can foster a love for the subject.

What are the most effective ways to restore a class that's spinning out of control? We discovered that the answer depends on the grade level.  An Edutopia survey identified the top 34 strategies to quiet a rowdy classroom.  We review the findings with an elementary school teacher, a middle school math teacher, and an assistant principal. Follow on Twitter: @dalorleon @mrs_frommert @EmilyAPaschall @Mr100Teacher  @jonHarper70bd @bamradionetwork Related Edutopia Article: 34 Ways to Quiet a Rambunctious Class | Edutopia Daniel Leonard is a journalist and assistant editor at Edutopia, a division of the George Lucas Educational Foundation. He writes about classroom tips, tech tools, and the latest research in education. Prior to Edutopia, Daniel wrote for outlets including Scientific American and Scienceline, and has a master's degree in science journalism from New York University. Crystal Frommert, M.Ed, brings over two decades of diverse educational experience, spanning from elementary to post-secondary levels. She currently holds the positions of middle school math teacher and deputy head of secondary at Awty International School in Houston. Crystal is also a published author of the 2023 book When Calling Parents Isn't Your Calling: A Teacher's Guide to Communicating With Parents. Jeremiah Short is entering his 10th year in education and eighth as a teacher, and he's presented at the State and National level. He's the author of Phenomenal Intervention: The Playbook and the host of The Phenomenal Student Podcast. Emily Paschall, author and education leader, has served as a teacher, district coach, school administrator, professional learning trainer, and motivational speaker. Her passions lie in teaching, learning, and serving others. Her work is recognized around the world by educators who desire to learn how to create a climate and culture that promotes excellence.

What are the most effective ways to restore a class that's spinning out of control? We discovered that the answer depends on the grade level. An Edutopia survey identified the top 34 strategies to quiet a rowdy classroom. We review the findings with an elementary school teacher, a middle school math teacher, and an assistant principal. Follow on Twitter: @dalorleon @mrs_frommert @EmilyAPaschall @Mr100Teacher @jonHarper70bd @bamradionetwork Related Edutopia Article: 34 Ways to Quiet a Rambunctious Class | Edutopia Daniel Leonard is a journalist and assistant editor at Edutopia, a division of the George Lucas Educational Foundation. He writes about classroom tips, tech tools, and the latest research in education. Prior to Edutopia, Daniel wrote for outlets including Scientific American and Scienceline, and has a master's degree in science journalism from New York University. Crystal Frommert, M.Ed, brings over two decades of diverse educational experience, spanning from elementary to post-secondary levels. She currently holds the positions of middle school math teacher and deputy head of secondary at Awty International School in Houston. Crystal is also a published author of the 2023 book When Calling Parents Isn't Your Calling: A Teacher's Guide to Communicating With Parents. Jeremiah Short is entering his 10th year in education and eighth as a teacher, and he's presented at the State and National level. He's the author of Phenomenal Intervention: The Playbook and the host of The Phenomenal Student Podcast. Emily Paschall, author and education leader, has served as a teacher, district coach, school administrator, professional learning trainer, and motivational speaker. Her passions lie in teaching, learning, and serving others. Her work is recognized around the world by educators who desire to learn how to create a climate and culture that promotes excellence.

Get ready Math Moment Makers for a great “call” with Crystal Frommert, who will be sharing some great tips and strategies that we can put to use to promote productive conversations with parents - especially when the news isn't necessarily positive. We've all been there before: a student is experiencing struggles in our math class and the time has come where we must make that informative call to ensure parents are in the know. Let's reframe how we look at conversations with parents by leveraging some of the ideas that Crystal shares in her book, When Calling Parents Isn't Your Calling. You'll Learn: Why the first conversation you have with parents is an opportunity to ensure they know you have their child's best interests in mind;What language swaps should educators being using to create a welcoming vibe; How to communicate a student's mathematical progress to a parent/caregiver with clarity, empathy, and hope.Resources: Illustrative Mathematicshttps://twitter.com/mrs_frommert https://www.CrystalFrommert.com  District Math Leaders: How are you ensuring that you support those educators who need a nudge to spark a focus on growing their pedagogical-content knowledge? What about opportunities for those who are eager and willing to elevate their practice, but do not have the support? Book a call with our District Improvement Program Team to learn how we can not only help you craft, refine and implement your district math learning goals, but also provide all of the professional learning supports your educators need to grow at the speed of their learning. Book a short conversation with our team now. Get a Customized Math Improvement Plan For Your District.Are you district leader for mathematics? Take the 12 minute assessment and you'll get a free, customized improvement plan to shape and grow the 6 parts of any strong mathematics program.Take the assessment

In today's episode with special guest and author/educator Crystal Frommert, Lindsay discusses how exactly you can facilitate family partnerships from an educational standpoint.    Liked this episode? Rate, review, and share!   Get In Touch With Crystal Frommert: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/crystal-frommert-2460abb  Website: www.crystalfrommert.com Twitter: www.twitter.com/mrs_frommert    Get Your Episode Freebie & More Resources On My Website: https://www.lindsaybethlyons.com/blog/142     Lindsay's Links: LinkedIn: @lindsaybethlyons  Instagram: @lindsaybethlyons Facebook Group: Time for Teachership

The public school system in the U.S. lost at least 300,000 public school teachers and administrators between February 2020 and May 2022, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Post-pandemic, some of that strain has abated, but many of the underlying causes for quitting, burnout and other mental health challenges remain. At the start of the school year, we speak to Houston-based middle school teacher Crystal Frommert about the unique challenges and anxieties that teachers face in their profession and what she's learned about better handling those challenges.  You can check out her book here: https://www.amazon.com/When-Calling-Parents-Isnt-Your/dp/B0BZFLDRSR#:~:text=When%20Calling%20Parents%20isn't%20Your%20Calling%20is%20a%20how,night%2C%20conferences%2C%20and%20more

Get the book, When Calling Parents Isn't Your Calling: A teacher's guide to communicating with parents Visit Crystal's Website, www.CrystalFrommert.com Follow Crystal on Twitter @mrs_frommert About the Author Crystal Frommert, M.Ed, has over 20 years' experience in education as a teacher, instructional coach, school board member, adjunct college instructor, technology coordinator, and school administrator. She writes for Edutopia, Independent School Management, NAIS's Independent School Magazine and is the author of "When Calling Parents Isn't Your Calling: a teacher's guide to communicating with parents."

In this episode, my guest, Crystal Frommert, and I have a great conversation about something that challenges new and veteran teachers alike: How to have better conversations with our students' parents and/or guardians in order to make connections and ensure collaboration that will really enhance our work with their kids. I love learning new things from my guests, and I certainly got some tips and ideas from Crystal that I wish I had known earlier. But it's never too late! And if you love Ted Lasso as much as Crystal and I do, you'll have a blast playing my Ted Lasso themed The 5-Minute Game Show! I want to thank my special guest, Crystal Frommert and my fauxmercial helper today, Yossie Frankel. Please make sure to subscribe to and review Overthrowing Education if you haven't already.   Links and Resources: www.crystalfrommert.com When Calling Parents Isn't Your Calling Find Crystal on LinkedIn, Twitter, and now Threads You can now find me on BlueSky @BatshevaFrankel Teaching Like Ted Lasso Podcast Lots of great essays from Crystal on Edutopia

In this 126th episode, I share my daily reflection posted on Twitter @bryoncar, from June 12-16, 2023 I reflect on these podcast episodes from my listens on the: 12th: Evolving with Gratitude E61 "When Calling Parents Isn't Your Calling with Crystal Frommert"; House of EdTech E225 "Apple Vision Pro: A New Dimension for K-12 Education" 14th: Teaching Champions E184 "Deficits, Belonging, and Lessons Learned Over 40 Years in Education with Martin Silverman" 16th: Teach Outdoors on June 6th "Cultivating Green Thumbs: An Outdoor Teacher's Planting Day!" ----------------------------- Track: Know Myself - Patrick Patrikios ( NoCopyrightMusic ) | My Audio Library | Background Music Bumper: Transparency in Teaching (stuff) with Anne Kartun --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/freshairatfive5/message

#ELB 248 When Calling Parents isn't Your Calling w Math Teacher & Author Crystal Frommert )TX)

Hold on tight as we dive into a mind-blowing episode! We have Crystal Frommert joining us, and she's about to drop some serious knowledge on parent communication. Prepare to have your socks knocked off as Crystal shares her practical and wholehearted approach to parent communication. Plus, discover the transformative power of gratitude as we dive deep into the art of expressing appreciation and uncovering the silver linings in every situation. Get ready to level up your relationships and infuse your life with boundless positivity! Transcript available at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LainieRowell.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ About Our Guest: Crystal Frommert, M.Ed, has over 20 years of experience as an educator in middle and high school. Crystal has taught math, computer science, and social justice in public, parochial, and international schools. Beyond teaching, she has served as an instructional coach, school board member, adjunct college instructor, technology coordinator, and assistant head of middle school. Crystal is a frequent contributor to Edutopia. She currently teaches middle school math in Houston, where she lives with her family. Book: When Calling Parents Isn't Your Calling: A teacher's guide to communicating with parents Website: www.crystalfrommert.com Twitter: @mrs_frommert Instagram: @teacherfeatureig About Lainie: Lainie Rowell is an educator, international consultant, podcaster, and TEDx speaker. She is the lead author of ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Evolving Learner⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and a contributing author of ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Because of a Teacher⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Her latest book, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Evolving with Gratitude⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, was just released. An experienced teacher and district leader, her expertise includes learner-driven design, community building, online/blended learning, and professional learning. Learn more at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠linktr.ee/lainierowell⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Twitter - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@LainieRowell ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@LainieRowell⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Evolving with Gratitude, the book, is now available! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Purchase here!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ You can also get bulk orders for your staff (10 copies or more) at a discounted price! Just fill out the form linked below and someone will get back to you ASAP! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠bit.ly/ewgbulkdiscount⁠

Parent, teacher, and author Crystal Frommert, shares her thoughts on building the parent/teacher partnership from the parents' perspective. That partnership is important to maximize a student's success in school. When is a phone call or even a short visit at school a better choice than an email? Crystal also describes the changing parent role as your youngster moves from elementary to middle to high school age. Find Crystal's book here.  Read more of Crystal's articles here.  Find Crystal on Twitter: @mrs_frommert Subscribe to the Steve Barkley Ponders Out Loud podcast on iTunes or visit BarkleyPD.com to find new episodes!

In Episode 77 of the Unlocking Unlimited Potential STORIES Show, Brandon Beck and special guest, Crystal Frommert (@Mrs_frommert) discuss how to develop positive connections with your community in order to develop consistent positive interactions. She provides helpful tips, resources, and strategies to support you in your journey toward creating connections that lead to success with students. Crystal Frommert is a teacher in Houston, Texas. She is the author of "When Calling Parents isn't Your Calling" and a writer at EduTopia. She is an educator in an international school and believes in the importance of communication in order to lead to successful educational experiences. #UUPotential Dedication: Mr. Sheraton ⁠⁠Get the Book⁠⁠ Socials: @mrs_frommert crystalfrommert.com Tune into this insightful conversation, and tag @BrandonBeckEDU to continue the conversation and stay connected. Continue to Live with Passion, Purpose, and focus on the importance of serving others. -------- Sign Up for the FREE Something For You Newsletter at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BrandonBeckEDU.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ This newsletter delivers helpful tips and resources to your inbox on the 1st and 15th of every month. Brandon provides you with helpful takeaways so you can implement them immediately to continue to unlock unlimited potential in all whom you serve. What are you waiting for!? Sign Up NOW! If you are looking for an opportunity to connect further with Brandon Beck. Please visit⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ BrandonBeckEDU.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to learn more about his speaking, coaching, consulting, and other offerings that are designed to help you and your organization find greater results in your journey. #UUPotential

Crystal Frommert, M.Ed, has over 20 years of experience as an educator, mostly in middle school. Crystal has taught math in public, parochial, and international schools. In addition to math, she has taught computer science and social justice. Beyond teaching, she has served as an instructional coach, school board member, adjunct college instructor, technology coordinator, and assistant head of middle school. She has presented at local, national, and international educational conferences on topics ranging from social and emotional learning to technology integration. She currently serves as a grade-level coordinator and math teacher in Houston, where she lives with her husband, daughter, and dog.Buy Crystal's book: When Calling Parents isn't Your CallingFind Crystal on Social Media: Twitter LinkedIn About MeView details about her book launch and read all her work on EdutopiaGet your autographed copy of Road to Awesome: The Journey of a Leader here or buy it on AmazonBook Darrin to speak at your school or conference contact us hereGrab your copy of Darrin's FREE e-book Walk in Your Purpose Check out Darrin's blog for great leadership tips and ideasSign up for the Road to Awesome email list and newsletterHave a book idea you'd like to submit to Road to Awesome? Click here

Crystal Frommert teaches math at an international school in Texas. She joins us to chat about her cross-cultural experience in that space, plus how she works within that context to build a positive and productive classroom experience. Crystal talks about how solutions to issues are rarely a binary thing, but are more often in the gray area. We also discuss ungrading, and her book When Calling Parents isn't Your Calling. Follow Crystal on Twitter and check out her book!   Support Us: Don't forget to like and subscribe, and follow us on Twitter @unprocast and @unprocast_shane  Have a funny story or suggestion? Email us! Get your Unprofessional Development Merchandise!  T-shirts, bumper stickers, magnets, and mugs!!!

Check out When Calling Parents Isn't Your Calling by Crystal Frommert from Road to Awesome publishing.Andrew Marotta is an energetic and enthusiastic leader who has put his positive imprint on his beloved Port Jervis HS, in Port Jervis, NY. With the release of his first book, The School Leader: Surviving and Thriving, Andrew is expanding his impact on the educational leadership community. Andrew is the author of four books, most recently completing Dads, Leaders, & Father Figures.In his personal life, Andrew is a loving husband to his wife, Jennifer, and a supportive father to their three young children. In his professional life, Andrew has been leading at Port Jervis HS since 2005, serving as Assistant Principal for seven years and Principal for the past nine. He has led the transformation of PJHS, helping to raise the graduation rate from a low 60% to almost 90%. He accepted the Port Jervis Middle School Principal position in the summer of ‘21. Andrew is a former men's division 1 college basketball official, taking many leadership lessons from that time in his life to his leadership in schools and with school leaders. He lives the words on his logo: Energy, Enthusiasm, Extra, Effort, & Excellence!Learn more at www.andrewmarotta.com & through his #ELBlog & #ELB podcast: Education Leadership & Beyond found on facebook, linkedin, twitter @andrewmarotta21, and instagram. #ELB #ELBlog, #survivethrive #keeprollingHere is a link to Andrew's blog post "Send all the shoes you have"Books referenced by Andrew during this episodeClockwork by Michael Snell The Obstacle is the WayThe 5am ClubThe Miracle MorningShe LeadsGet your autographed copy of Road to Awesome: The Journey of a Leader here or buy it on AmazonBook Darrin to speak at your school or conference contact us hereGrab your copy of Darrin's FREE e-book Walk in Your Purpose Check out Darrin's blog for great leadership tips and ideasSign up for the Road to Awesome email list and newsletterHave a book idea you'd like to submit to Road to Awesome? Click here

Crystal Frommert, M.Ed, has over 20 years' experience as an educator in middle and high school. Crystal has taught math, computer science, and social justice in public, parochial, and international schools. Beyond teaching, she has served as an instructional coach, school board member, adjunct college instructor, technology coordinator, and assistant head of middle school. She has presented at local, national, and international educational conferences on topics ranging from social and emotional learning to technology integration. She currently teaches middle school math in Houston, where she lives with her husband, daughter, and fluffy dog. Key Takeaways: Students spend most of their time from an early age with their families. The more we can Involve parents the better we can understand our students as individuals. Leaders need to know what style of communication works best for teachers by listening to teachers and being present and then helping by coaching. It's critical for leaders to show with their personality and their words that they are open for people to come to them without being judged. Leaders need to ask what it is you need from me? Email should be used to facilitate phone or face-to-face conversations. We should never be giving parenting advice because we do not know people's situations. Leaders need to model staying curious and being non judgmental by asking questions and digging deeper into what appears to be occurring. We need to communicate if we are going to offer each other grace and understanding. The ability to have difficult conversations needs to be taught in teacher preparation programs. Stay in Touch: About Me Twitter SEEing to Lead Extras! Like the content, want to be a guest, or know someone who would? Reach out to me on Twitter at @DrCSJones Have you taken the time to order and read my latest book! Seeing to Lead is filled with practical resources and personal stories to help you support, engage, and empower those you lead no matter your position! Jimmy Casas said, "If you are a leader who is looking to support, engage and empower your staff, then SEEing to Lead, by Dr. Chris Jones, is a book you will want to pick up and read. Dr. Jones reminds us that building capacity and helping others achieve personal success is the key to elevating your organization and leaving a lasting impact." Get your copy here! Don't forget to leave a rating and review for others. I would appreciate it! Subscribe to My Newsletter! We are all busy, often unsupported, and struggle to stay engaged! Here is a weekly resource that has something to support, engage, and empower you. Not to mention it saves you time by getting to the point! Increase your focus and become a better leader; no matter your position. Check it out here! Get in touch to schedule me for a workshop or presentation! Don't forget to hit the subscribe button on this podcast and leave a rating so others can benefit!

In this episode educator and author Crystal Frommert breaks down the importance of establishing a relationship with parents, she talks about the importance of remembering that we are working with parents greatest gifts and to be mindful of that when we connect, she gives tips that we can use to help strengthen that connection between the home and school, and so much more. This is such an awesome conversation!Topics:It's important that we help new teachers understand the art of calling parents.It's important to remember that parents send us their most precious gift. Use your experience to know when to call a parent and when not to call a parentDon't be afraid to ask questions and ask for help.Listen to other teachers talk to parents.Collect emails, thoughts, write down the way someone worded something that you thought was good to refer back to. Allow student teachers contribute during parent teacher conference.Remember when parents see the phone number pop on the screen they get nervous.If you are making a phone call home and it's not a major emergency let the parents know that the child is alright.Remember parents are nervous when we are talking to them to and we are talking to them about the most important thing in their life. We have to be aware of what is going on right now in that child's and parents life and sometimes makeCreating boundaries are extremely important. Think about what is healthy with you. Having a 5 to 1 ratio of positive to negative comments with parents about their child. Start the year off with a positive personalized note with every family.Give students the benefit of doubt. There is benefits too relaxing. Give students a “Freebie”. You get one time per grading term where they say they didn't do their work or maybe dropping someone's lowest grade. Book recommendation - Building Thinking Classrooms #ThinkingClassroomPodcast Recommendation - Leaning into Leadership by Dr. Darrin Peppard, Steve Barkley Respect your own boundaries. No one will set them up for you. You have to set them up for yourself.Bio:Crystal Frommert, M.Ed, has over 20 years of experience as an educator in public, parochial, and international schools. Beyond teaching middle and high school, she has served as an instructional coach, school board member, adjunct college instructor, technology coordinator, and administrator. She currently teaches middle school math in Houston, where she lives with her husband, daughter, and fluffy dog.website: https://about.me/cfrommerttwitter: @mrs_frommertBe on the lookout for Crystal's book: When Calling Parents isn't Your Calling

In this episode, Nick is joined by Crystal Frommert to talk about how you can be effective in your communication with parents and how it is essential for the success of our students. By establishing open communication channels, and being intentional, compassionate, and empathetic, teachers can build positive relationships with parents and support their child's learning and development.  In her book "If Calling Home Isn't Your Calling" Crystal shares stories that have changed her and her practice when it comes to working with parents and being as impactful as she can when including parents in the conversations.  Follow us on social media: www.readysetgrowthpodcast.com https://bit.ly/3jN3eEz - Instagram https://bit.ly/3lC5ccp - Twitter  https://bit.ly/2YWVW91 - Facebook  Follow our guest:  https://twitter.com/mrs_frommert?lang=en - Twitter    

Many teachers get frustrated with students' questions such as, "Does this count in my grade?” or "What can I do for extra credit?" Middle school math teacher, Crystal Frommert, shares strategies that teachers can implement to encourage students to focus on learning rather than “getting a grade.” Crystal's goal: making grades more accurate, collaborative, and much less stressful. Find Crystal's article, "Five Ways to Help Students Focus on Learning Rather Than Grades" here. Find Crystal on Twitter: @mrs_frommert Subscribe to the Steve Barkley Ponders Out Loud podcast on iTunes or visit BarkleyPD.com to find new episodes!  

Join guest host Crystal Frommert as she sits down with Nick Corley a Desmos fellow and passionate math and STEMS teacher to discuss how Desmos has changed the way Nick teaches math in his classroom and why you should consider using it in yours right now.    Follow us on social media: www.readysetgrowthpodcast.com https://bit.ly/3jN3eEz - Instagram https://bit.ly/3lC5ccp - Twitter  https://bit.ly/2YWVW91 - Facebook  Follow our guest/host:  https://www.instagram.com/mrcorleymath/ - Instagram  https://www.instagram.com/crystal.frommert/ - Instagram

Letters aren't just for algebra anymore. Join Nick as he dives into how Wordle can be used with statistics and probability in your math class with his guest Crystal Frommert.  Follow us on social media: www.readysetgrowthpodcast.com https://bit.ly/3jN3eEz - Instagram https://bit.ly/3lC5ccp - Twitter  https://bit.ly/2YWVW91 - Facebook  Follow our guest:  https://twitter.com/mrs_frommert?lang=en - Twitter https://www.edutopia.org/profile/crystal-frommert - Edutopia

Where do you fall on the homework effort? Are you a teacher that gives homework or has it gone the way of the do-do bird in your class?  Regardless of where you fall on the spectrum of homework join Crystal Frommert as she dives into the realities of homework in the classroom. 

Join this month's second guest Crystal Frommert as she takes over the podcast to interview instructional coach Moira Burgy to discuss how we can be better every day for our students.  This episode is a great reminder of how important the little things are in life and in our classroom to make the most of our time with our students. 

Marks, grades, and report card comments are a fact of life but if they didn't need to be the entire focus of our teaching, what could we accomplish with our students?  Join Nick as he sits down with the teacher, administrator, and learning coach Crystal Frommert to discuss how we can take steps to move from grade-based focus to learning and most importantly a learning-based approach to our classroom.  Follow us on social media: www.readysetgrowthpodcast.com https://bit.ly/3jN3eEz - Instagram https://bit.ly/3lC5ccp - Twitter  https://bit.ly/2YWVW91 - Facebook  Follow our guest:  https://twitter.com/mrs_frommert - Twitter https://www.edutopia.org/profile/crystal-frommert - profile https://www.instagram.com/crystal.frommert/ - Instagram  

Increasingly today, many educators are moving from an instructional coaching role to administrative positions at the school and district level. Crystal Frommert, a current middle school instructional coach who will begin a new position next school year as an assistant middle school head, joins this podcast. Crystal and Steve explore how she envisions her instructional coaching experiences impacting her new leadership role. Read Crystal’s Article on Edutopia, "4 Ways to Maximize the Benefit of Having an Instructional Coach," here.   Read Steve's blog, "Why Reach Out For Coaching," here.   Follow Crystal on Twitter: @mrs_frommert

This episode offers an intriguing interview with Mrs. Crystal Frommert, Instructional Coach at River Oaks Baptist School in Houston, TX. She is a math teacher, instructional leader, and writer for Edutopia, an online resource for all thing education. I invite you to listen to Crystal's unique perspective on education from the point-of-view of a "teacher of teachers", and enjoy the development of her career as she plans for a move to, Annunciation Orthodox School (AOS), another independent school here in Houston in the Fall of 2021. Topics Links covered in this episode: River Oaks Baptist School Annunciation Orthodox School Presbyterian School Edutopia - Crystal's Publications can be found here. 4 Ways to Maximize the Benefit of Having an Instructional Coach The Benefits of Guiding Students to Develop Good Habits 5 Keys to Successful Homework Assignments During Remote Learning A Strategy for Building Productive Relationships With Parents Sponsorships: off for this episode --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/cgramatges/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cgramatges/support