Podcasts about instructional specialist

Today, we'll speak with Denise Sherman, Curriculum and Instructional Specialist at Brainspring, about the importance of handwriting instruction for students, how handwriting helps develop important skills later in life, and what we risk losing if we cut back on handwriting instruction in schools. Subscribe to our newsletter! https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sl/S9onxP7/brainspringnewsletter Email: podcast@brainspring.com Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/OrtonGillinghamTraining YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BrainspringOrtonGillingham Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brainspringortongillingham/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/BrainspringOG TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@brainspringog LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/brainspring/ Linktree: https://linktr.ee/brainspringortongillingham Podbean: https://ortongillingham.podbean.com/ Website: https://brainspring.com

In this episode, Gene Tavernetti interviews Amy Pento, an instructional consultant and former Spanish teacher. Amy shares her experiences and strategies as an instructional specialist and discusses the importance of evidence-based teaching methods, professional relationships, and the challenges and successes in implementing instructional changes in schools.02:23 Becoming an Instructional Specialist04:54 Challenges and Strategies in Instructional Leadership28:44 The Impact of Instructional Changes32:48 Amy's Proud MomentsGet in touch with Amy:X: @amypento

Hi, my name is Shenequa Williams, and I am an Instructional Specialist at Cedar Ridge Elementary. Today, I'm reviewing The Inheritance Games by Jennifer Lynn Barnes.

Gino Franceschi of Floresville was one of over 550 students who graduated from Emporia State University in May 2024. Franceschi graduated with a Master of Science in Instructional Specialist with a concentration in Elementary STEM.Article Link

EdTech Startup Showcase: Instructional specialist Amanda Anthony on empowering parents and differentiating to meet learners' needsToday, we're pleased to share an episode originally recorded for the EdTech Startup Showcase. It's been my pleasure to host a series of episodes for this show, which spotlights some of the most innovative emerging companies in EdTech.In this episode, Amanda Anthony, an instructional specialist with Connected Class, discusses her journey in education and shares insights on improving parent engagement, empowering parents to support learning, differentiation, and more. Hear about:Amanda's journey from music to K-8 educationHow Connected Class developed organically to meet teachers' desire for better trainingCreating a real community between parents and schoolsEffective strategies for differentiated instructionMeeting students' diverse needsHow to help parents become empowered learning partnersPlay as a tool for learning About today's guestAmanda Anthony is a Learning Link Instructional Specialist at Connected Class with over 20 years experience as an educator. She is known for providing invaluable feedback and differentiating instruction. Learn more about Connected Class:www.connectedclass.com    https://twitter.com/connectedclass_  https://www.instagram.com/connected_class     https://www.linkedin.com/company/connected-class About the EdTech Startup ShowcaseThis BE Podcast Network original series shines a spotlight on the innovative edtech companies working to make a difference for students and educators. Through conversations with the founders and CEOs, partner organizations, and the educators who are using their products in schools today, listeners hear about solutions relevant to their chronic challenges and opportunity-expanding ideas to go into uncharted directions. To subscribe to the series, visit https://etss.bepodcast.network 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

This week, we share Chris's interview with Darla Ashton, an Assistive technology Coordinator, Instructional Specialist, and BCBA with Carmel Clay Schools in Indiana! Darla and Chris discuss topics in AAC related to the question, “What do you know now that you didn't know 10 years ago?” Darla discusses her district's journey to determine what AAC program to use, Darla's move away from the “expert model” of AAC assessment, creating an AAC professional learning group in her district, how more BCBAs should collaborate with the team to support AAC, and more!   Before the interview, Chris, Melissa, and Tucker Bugaj gather to discuss AAC use on the popular Star Wars series, “The Mandalorian”. They discuss how characters tried to say “Baby Yoda” wasn't ready for AAC, and how Baby Yoda (aka Grogu) protested, pressing “no, no, no, no” and refusing to give up his AAC.   Key Ideas this Week:  

Episode 45 is the season finale for Season 2 for That Social Work Lady Podcast. Recorded on November 12, 2022, this episode pays homage to my sorority Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. I am so grateful to the two women who joined me to celebrate our sorority's centennial celebration: Dr. Araba Afenyi-Annan and Educator Leola Banks.  We pledged together at the University of Michigan - Ann Arbor (Iota Psi Chapter) and have each done the work to live out our sorority mission - Greater Service, Greater Progress!Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. was organized on November 12, 1922, in Indianapolis, Indiana, by seven young educators: Mary Lou Allison Gardner Little, Dorothy Hanley Whiteside, Vivian Irene White Marbury, Nannie Mae Gahn Johnson, Hattie Mae Annette Dulin Redford, Bessie Mae Downey Rhoades Martin, and Cubena McClure. The group became an incorporated national collegiate sorority on December 30, 1929, when a charter was granted to the Alpha chapter at Butler University. Since its inception, the dynamic women of Sigma Gamma Rho have built and sustained a well-known and well-respected reputation for leading positive change to help uplift the community through sisterhood, leadership, and service.LEOLA BANKS, known as Tee to her family and close friends, is a proud native Detroiter and product of the Detroit Public School District; graduating 2nd in her class from Central High School. She currently works as an Assistant Principal with Detroit Public Schools Community District.  Ms. Banks has taught elementary as well as middle school reading, language arts and mathematics.  She also served in various roles (Lead Teacher, Title I Intervention Teacher and Instructional Specialist) prior to her current role in administration. She received a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Communications from The University of Michigan, Ann Arbor and has earned two Master's degrees in Curriculum & Instruction and Educational Leadership from the University of Detroit Mercy.  Leola is a committed advocate for equity and quality education for under-represented and underprivileged children which has been her motivation for remaining in public education.  Ms. Banks has a close-knit family; two sisters and a very loving mother, her greatest supporter, who raised three girls as a single parent. Additionally, she is a proud member of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc., enjoys attending and serving in her church, spending time with family, friends and traveling.  Ms. Banks is honored to be an educator.  She wholeheartedly believes it is her “ministry.” Most importantly, God has had His hands on her for a very long time.  Since her baptism, at the age of 14, she has enjoyed gospel music, reading, and studying the Word of God.  She loves the Lord!Dr. Araba Afenyi-Annan is a retired academic physician, researcher, and educator. After a life changing injury left her permanently disabled in chronic pain, she was led on a new life path and understanding of healing. As a student and practitioner of A Course In Miracles, she believes her true purpose is to be truly helpful and live a life of Love. Her life is a testament to the power of grace. Now a certified spiritual counselor, facilitator, author and speaker, it is her joy and honor to support others on their journey of spiritual growth and awakening. A mother and co-parent of two teenagers, she believes parenting is an untapped yet vital vehicle for individual and collective transformation. To learn more about the illustrious organization, Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc.:https://www.sgrho1922.org/https://www.instagram.com/sgrhoupdates/https://www.facebook.com/sgrhoupdates

Hedreich is an award winning author, consultant, and EdTech nerd who helps districts and organizations transform culture, practices and outcomes through student led learning, design thinking and digital literacy. Her award-winning book, Finding Your Blind Spots (Solution Tree) helps educators, parents and students create inclusive learning communities. Her workshops and keynotes for MASCD, CUE, VASCD, etc., and districts throughout the US and in Europe inspire educators to get off the stage so that students can ideate, collaborate and create their own experiential learning pathways. Hedreich, who has additionally written 5 non-fiction books for grades 4-8 for Cherry Lake Publishing, also helps educators through coaching, courses and a weekly podcast, #SmallBites. Hedreich received her MEd from Texas A&M in Educational Technology, and currently serves her district in North Texas as PK-12 EdTech Curriculum and Instructional Specialist. Hedreich is the mother of one baby-an adult son. She is a former Grammy nominated singer-songwriter, Texas born, and a former Swiss resident who is passionate about transforming educational practice. In this episode, we discuss: Hedreich's transition from music teacher to EdTech Queen, She shares how she uses simple technology to create meaningful experiences for children to help them embed skills they are learning into real life problems, and Hedreich details the impetus that led her into authoring and consulting around equity and inclusive environments for all children. Connect with Hedreich: Hedreich on Twitter Hedreich on IG Hedreich's email Hedreich's website Hedreich's books Hedreich's TikTok Hedreich's podcast Hedreich's Linktr.ee Finding Your Blink Spots: Eight Guiding Principles for Overcoming Implicit Bias in Teaching (How to Reduce Implicit Bias in the Classroom) Connect with Sarah Johnson: Sarah's Website Sarah on Twitter Sarah on IG Sarah on LinkedIn Sarah on Facebook In AWE Podcast Subscribe to Sarah's Podcast Need a high-energy, authentic presenter for your organization? Contact Sarah Johnson for presentations on Going Beyond Balance, Leadership Foundations, Affirming Purpose, and many more. Review the Podcast The ranking of this show is 100% tied to subscriptions and reviews. You can help amplify more women and reach more who need their messages by subscribing to the show and leaving an honest rating and review on your favorite podcast platform. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/inawepodcast/message

Today our guest is Patrice Davis. We talk to Patrice about the ASCA National Model and how school counselors are implementing it impact the students and families in our communities. She shares how the ASCA model helps give school counselors a framework to set up their programs and make sure that they are data driven. Patrice also talks about when the model is implemented well it's not about just showing what has been done, but the data helps show the difference that has been made in the lives of students. Patrice Davis is a native Mobilian, and she is a 1989 honors graduate of Baker High School. She attended the University of South Alabama, where she graduated in 1993 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Secondary Education with a concentration in Language Arts. She furthered her studies at the University of South Alabama where she graduated in 1995 with a Master of Education degree in Secondary Education with a concentration in Language Arts. In 1996, she received certification in school counseling from the University of South Alabama; and in 1999, she received certification in administration/supervision from Alabama State University. In 1998, she graduated from the University of South Alabama with her Educational Specialist degree as an Instructional Specialist in Secondary Language Arts. In addition to these educational achievements, Patrice is a 2005 graduate of the Principals' Academy, and she is also a 2007 graduate of the University of Alabama Superintendents' Academy. During her thirty-year career in the Baldwin County Public School System, Patrice has served as an English teacher at Fairhope High School; a counselor at Bay Minette Middle School; an assistant principal and principal at Bay Minette Middle School; and as the Intervention Supervisor in Central Office. She currently serves as the Prevention and Support Services Coordinator, whereby she supervises the school counselors, school social workers, the transition liaison coach, the general education homebound teachers, the Section 504 Resource Counselor, and the on campus suspension aides. In addition, she serves as the Section 504 Compliance Coordinator and the Homebound Services Coordinator for the district, as well as the administrator for the At-Risk Budget. Patrice lends her time to several civic and community organizations in Baldwin County. She is a member of the Board of Directors for Baldwin County's Child Advocacy Center, and she is a member of the Baldwin County Underage Drinking Task Force. She also serves on the Baldwin County Community Alliance, of which she is one of the charter members. She is a former Chairman of the Board of Directors for the United Way of Baldwin County, and she is also a past President for the Board of Directors for the Snook Youth Club of Foley. Patrice is currently the President-Elect for the Alabama School Counselor Association. In previous years, she has also served as the Counselor Supervisor Vice President for the Alabama School Counselor Association.

In this episode, Instructional Specialist and author Miriam Plotinsky, joins to unpack the term choice-based instruction and share tips for being a hover-free teacher. You'll also hear about her new book Teach More, Hover Less, How to Stop Micromanaging Your Secondary Classroom as well as some of her favorite techy tools and strategies for empowering students. Show notes: https://classtechtips.com/2022/11/07/Choice-Based-Instruction-188/  Sponsored by Pikmykid: https://www.pikmykid.com/  Follow Miriam on Twitter: https://twitter.com/mirplomcps  Follow Monica on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/classtechtips/  Get access to lots of free EdTech resources: https://classtechtips.com/free-stuff-favorites/ 

DigCit Week celebrates 10 years of working with educators, families, and youth on the essential need to be a smart, savvy, and thoughtful citizen in the digital world. Join us as we talk with Jennifer Ehehalt, Sr. Regional Manager, Common Sense Education, and Melissa Bardack, Instructional Specialist with Indiana Online, as we talk about the last 10 years of DigCit week, and forecast into the future for the next 10 years! Common Sense Digital Citizenship Landing page #DigCitWins #DigCitWeek Additional Resources: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1SsTPe-r21yH5SS8EL0BetkFVvh-plmqqUKpyBrWGbWA/edit

Welcome to "Ask the Tech Coach," a podcast for Instructional Coaches and Technology Integration Specialists. In this episode of “https://www.teachercast.net/episodes/ask-the-tech-coach/ (Ask the Tech Coach),” Jeff welcomes Instructional Specialist and author Miriam Plotinsky on the podcast to discuss … If you would like to be a part of future podcasts and share your thoughts, https://www.teachercast.net/podcastguestform (please contact the podcast).  We would love to have you join the show. Question of the Week Our favorite part of recording a live podcast each week is participating in the great conversations that happen on our live chat, on social media, and in our comments section. This week's question is: Question Topic: How can Caoches support high quality teaching in the classroom? Weekly Topic Why are teachers micromanaging their classrooms? Whose fault is it? I might be a micromanager if … Is “non-hover” teaching the same as Flipping your Classroom? Students can learn and take responsibility for their learning Choice-based instruction How do you shift the mindset in the classroom? The importance of relationship building Engagement vs Investment What is Choice-Based Instruction? Should teaching and learning be “hands-off”? About our Guest: Miriam Plotinsky Miriam Plotinsky is an author and instructional specialist who addresses challenges in both teaching and leading across schools with a wide range of differentiated needs. A strong advocate for student-centered learning, she provides coaching and professional development for teachers and administrators. Her first book, Teach More, Hover Less: How to Stop Micromanaging Your Secondary Classroom (W.W. Norton & Company, 2022), is a practical guide to a student-centered instructional approach that removes the necessity of teacher micromanagement. Miriam is widely published in Education Week, Edutopia, ASCD Express, The Teaching Channel, EdSurge, K-12 Talk and Education World. She is also a National Board-Certified Teacher with additional certification in administration and supervision. Links of Interest Website: http://www.miriamplotinsky.com (http://www.miriamplotinsky.com) Twitter: https://twitter.com/mirplomcps (@MirPloMCPS) About the Book: Teach More, Hover Less A hover-free classroom starts with a dynamic class community. Our image of a classroom community in secondary education is rapidly evolving. The experience of remote learning during a pandemic has altered our mental picture of students occupying rows of desks with a teacher nearby, closely monitoring their activities. But even when teachers are able to be in physical proximity to their students, the research is clear that students need to be empowered to take ownership of their learning in order to be fully engaged. The question this book explores is: How can teachers step back, stop micromanaging, and allow students more agency? In this engaging guide, instructional specialist Miriam Plotinsky breaks hover-free teaching down into four sequential stages: mindset, deeper relationships, planning for engagement, and choice-based instruction. Her book shows how teachers can free themselves from helicopter habits and allow students greater control of their own learning, while still managing and maximizing classroom time effectively. https://wwnorton.com/books/9781324019879 (https://wwnorton.com/books/9781324019879) Join the TeacherCast Instructional Coaches Network! Are you a Tech Coach or looking to become one this year? Are you searching for support in your position? The TeacherCast Tech Coaches Network, is a dynamic Professional Learning Network designed specifically for Tech Coaches and designed to provide weekly support for all Instructional Coaches. 3 Distinct Professional Learning Networks designed to help you grow for network other Coaches and Digital...

Recently, Naval Air Station Oceana in Virginia Beach hosted a graduation ceremony for eight interns who were part of Project SEARCH. It's the first year for this innovative program, which connects high school students with intellectual and developmental disabilities to internships and on-the-job training. To learn more, Federal News Network's Eric White spoke with Jan Varney, who is an Instructional Specialist for the Virginia Beach City Public Schools' Office of Programs for Exceptional Children and coordinator for Project SEARCH.

Our guests today are three friends from the Central Coast of CA who share a mission: to make the Earth a better place for all their descendants. Earth Day, Earth Month, Earth Year–why not an Earth Eternity? We know that nothing lasts for eternity; one day, scientists say, our Sun will fail us and leave everything in darkness and cold, long after life on planet Earth no longer exists. But what about now? How do we celebrate our Earth's longevity, long after a day in April, a month in Spring or a year from now? Spend the next hour with our guests June Cochran, Kelly Fisher and Grace Gautereaux while we vision together an Earth Eternity healed of the many mistakes we made while generations embraced the notion that Earth's resources were boundless, that our greed was “good” and that our abuses would never be noticed. RELEVANT LINKS PFJ Unitarian Universalists San Luis Obispo United Church of Christ (Congregational) of San Luis Obispo College Corps Fellowship - Cal Poly (Get $10K for your educational expenses in exchange for a 450 hour internship with a local non-profit working for the environment. Apply now! June 30 deadline.) SLO Climate Coalition Resilient SLO SLO Climate Coalition Micro Community Collaborative Civic Spark-Americorps City of San Luis Obispo (SLO) Sustainability Dept Surfriders Central Coast Red Cross Central CA Silent Spring by Rachel Carson ECOSLO GridAlternatives U.N. Sustainable Development Goals Tri County Regional Energy Network (3C-REN) Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall Kimmerer BlocPower   MORE ABOUT OUR GUESTS June Cochran, a native Californian, earned her undergraduate degree at U.C. Berkeley, where she learned how to protest injustices, and her Master's degree at Occidental in Urban Studies. June then became a reporter, a high school teacher, a college instructor and an Instructional Specialist, training teachers for Stockton Unified School District. Possessing a deep desire to educate herself and others on resiliency and equity issues, she started and advised a high school club titled E.N.U.F. (Earth Needs Us Fast); organized a Green Shalom action group at a synagogue; produced a number of informative video programs for the media; and became an integral contributor in key groups engaged in a positive movement toward a solution-based future.  As coordinator of the San Luis Obispo Climate Coalition, her mission is to increase awareness of the advantages of decarbonization in order to strengthen our energy profile and our local economy, give residents the power to put their talents to work, and prepare our isolated area for unexpected events. In 2018, June received the SLO Climate Coalition's “Climate Champion Award,” of which she is quite proud. In all of June's work for change, her emphasis is on raising public awareness, organizing educational events, and networking. She volunteers as a national responder for the American Red Cross and has helped install solar through Grid Alternatives, including two all-female installations.  June and her husband, Fred Fink, live in Shell Beach, CA. They do this work primarily for her daughter and son, who both work in the field of public health; a daughter-in-law who is a high school counselor; a son-in-law who is an engineer; and four grandsons—two in California and two in New York—and for all their descendants, as well as for all future individuals and families. June is committed to creating a vibrant, just, and sustainable world for ALL people for generations to come. Kelly Fisher serves as the program director and co-founder of the San Luis Obispo Climate Coalition's Micro-Community Collaborative. Their Resilient SLO Challenge program is designed to promote equity, resilience, and climate protection regionally. Kelly also serves as a highly qualified expert with the United States Army Senior Education Program, where she assisted in the development of the Women, Peace and Security curriculum. Kelly serves as a Deputy Congressional Director for the United States' Women's Caucus at United Nations, a Board member of the American Red Cross Pacific Coast Chapter and a member of the Coalition for Women's Appointments.  Before devoting her full-time support to the achievement of United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, Brigadier General Fisher retired from 40 years of US military service. Her most recent duty assignments include Land Component Commander of California Army National Guard with concurrent duty as Deputy Commandant - Reserve Affairs United States Army War College. General Fisher also served as the special assistant to the Chief of National Guard Bureau, and a member of the Department of Defense Joint Chiefs of Staff to conduct a comprehensive assessment of the Wisconsin National Guard's Sexual Harassment, Assault, Response and Prevention Program.  Grace Gautereaux serves as the Outreach Specialist of the San Luis Obispo Climate Coalition's Micro-Community Collaborative. She promotes the Resilient SLO Challenge to local households to encourage individual and collective action around resilience, sustainability, and equity. She works with local agencies to advertise financial and other support opportunities to users and coordinates with financial stakeholders to create compelling, locally-oriented incentives to participate in the challenge. In addition, Grace has worked with partner agencies to develop a Fellowship opportunity that will bolster Resilient SLO mobilization initiatives on the ground in San Luis Obispo communities. Grace also works as a “CivicSpark Fellow” for the Tri-County Regional Energy Network (3C-REN) where she helps to develop policy, workforce preparedness, and homeowner education around building electrification and energy efficiency initiatives on the Central Coast. Grace graduated from Willamette University with a BA in Politics concentrated in international renewable energy policy and economics.    SUPPORT PFJ We greatly appreciate your financial support so that we can continue to educate, advocate and pray for the things that matter to our organization. Please consider donating through PayPal. People of Faith for Justice is a 501(c)(3) non-profit  organization. CREDITS The People of Faith for Justice Podcast is produced and edited by Jeff Manildi Music for the People of Faith for Justice Podcast is provided by Andrew Gorman

Discover the roots of Dustin LeBlanc's passion for theater and what it takes to devote oneself to community theater work. Find out the multifaceted aspects of what goes into the making of a theatrical show, and perhaps discover what you might want to do to get involved in a local production! Dustin LeBlanc is the Executive Producing Director of Keystone Theatrics, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit theatre organization offering high quality performing arts and entertainment with professional theatre production standards at The Playhouse at Allenberry Resort in Boiling Springs, PA. He is also the newly hired Managing Director of the West Shore Theatre in New Cumberland, PA, which is slated to open Mau 7, 2022 following a multi-million dollar renovation. Prior to this tenure, he served as Artistic Director of Pennsylvania Youth Music and Theatrics and as Executive Director of the Carlisle Theatre Company. Dustin spent fifteen years in education with the Cumberland Valley School District, most recently as an Instructional Specialist. https://www.facebook.com/keystonetheatrics https://www.facebook.com/WestShoreTheatreArts http://www.friendsofthewestshoretheatre.org/ Podcast hosts, Molly and Justin are Co-owners of www.ThePerfect5th.com https://www.facebook.com/P5HeartoftheArtist

Preparing for a Music Festival can be less stressful if we know what the adjudicators are listening for. Join me and my special guest, Mrs. Adria Dunn on this second of three episodes as we talk about the adjudicators point of view especially in the sight-reading room and how we can implement these strategies in our everyday teaching.  Adria Dunn is an Orchestra director with over 27 years of experience in the public school setting. She also is a violinist in the El Paso Symphony and other musical organizations in the region. She is a UIL Adjudicator for the State of Texas and is currently the Instructional Specialist  at the Ysleta Independent School District in El Paso, Texas. Feel free to contact Mrs. Dunn at adunn@yisd.net SUBSCRIBE & REVIEW Are you subscribed to this podcast? If you are not, I want to encourage you to do that today. This will ensure you get notified of future episodes. I would also be very grateful if you left this podcast a review. Those reviews will help other Orchestra teachers find this podcast. Thank you.

Preparing for your Music Festival takes a great amount of planning. But this task can be daunting if there is no clarity on the starting point. Join me and my special guest, Mrs. Adria Dunn as we discuss the steps required to plan for our annual festival.  In this first of three episodes we discuss the many components that come into play when we are picking our Music Festival selections. We also discuss several rehearsal tips and techniques to help our students perform successfully.  Adria Dunn is an Orchestra director with over 27 years of experience in the public school setting. She also is a violinist in the El Paso Symphony and other musical organizations in the region. She is a UIL Adjudicator for the State of Texas and is currently the Instructional Specialist  at the Ysleta Independent School District in El Paso, Texas. Feel free to contact Mrs. Dunn at adunn@yisd.net  

Sally Nazelrod has a rich career in physical education. She finished her 40-year career in Baltimore County Public Schools as the Supervisor of Physical Education. What a legacy!! Her professional roles include: Bachelor's Science Degree in Health and Physical Education from Lock Haven State University in Pennsylvania M.Ed Educational Management and Supervision from Loyola University in Maryland Coordinator of Health and Physical Education for Baltimore County Public Schools (2007-2015)-Total time employed by Baltimore County Public Schools=40 years! Supervisor of Physical Education-1994-2007 1993-94-Specialist in Physical Education 1992-93-Assistant Principal-Hernwood Elementary 1983-92-Instructional Specialist in Elementary Physical Education-Northwest Teaching Responsibilities at: Hernwood Elementary, Owings Mills Elementary & Summit Park Elementary 1973-1983-Physical Education Teacher-Catonsville Elementary/ Relay Elementary Executive Director of SHAPE Maryland/MAHPERD (2016-2019) Supervisor of student interns McDaniel College (2015-2020) Sally's honors include: MD AHPERD - Simon McNeely Honor Award -1983 Outstanding Young Women in America -1984 William Burdick Award-Outstanding Service to MD AHPERD-2005 R. Tait McKenzie Award –Distinguished Leadership in Health and Physical Education – MD AHPERD - 2016 CLSPE (Council for Leadership in Supervision of Physical Education)-Distinguished Leadership in Physical Education Award- AAHPERD National Convention 2007 Manchester Valley High School- Inaugural President-Athletic Boosters 2011 AAHPERD EDA Acknowledgement Award 2011 AAHPERD EDA Honor Award 2012 Baltimore County Board of Education - Board Resolution 2012 Eastern District SHAPE America – Outstanding Professional Award 2016 SHAPE America – Joy of Effort – Tampa 2019 Sally is a true advocate for health and physical education. Thanks for tuning in!

What a fun conversation this one was with Bryce Powers, Instructional Specialist in the Houston, TX area and just doing such amazing work with teachers and kids. Bryce works in middle school and for anyone that follows him on Twitter you can see what a passion he has for connecting with kids and bringing the curriculum alive and supporting teachers. Bryce has also spent some time in the studio himself and gives us a treat with a little poetry slam at the end of our episode, and let me tell you - He. Drops. The Mic. Be sure to follow Bryce on Twitter - @MrSuperPowers_ Thanks for listening and for all that you do, keep crushing!

Getting parents on board with Flipped Learning is a best practice identified by the Academy of Active Learning Arts and Sciences. In this episode, we discuss strategies for getting "parent-buy-in" and support and why it makes a difference. Follow on Twitter: @MsRandazzo @DrGraceO @flip4students @peter_santoro @ideasforteacher @jonHarper70bd  @jonbergmann @bamradionetwork Resources: Flipped Learning Global Initiative (FLGI) Karen Randazzo is an enthusiastic chemistry teacher in New Jersey.  She believes that every student has the power to learn anything, even chemistry.  Chemistry teacher by day, teacher author by night, she's dedicated to making teachers' lives more manageable by offering professional development, sharing her engaging resources on her website, and collaborating with educators on various social media platforms.  A former 'chalk and talk' teacher, she shares her journey navigating the Next Generation Science Standards and student-centered learning on her YouTube channel. She is thrilled to have the opportunity to share her flipped learning expertise with you Dr. Grace Onodipe is an assistant professor in economics in the School of Business at Georgia Gwinnett College (GGC) in Lawrenceville, GA, USA. In the last 15 years, before joining GGC in 2013, she taught university-level economics through asynchronous online delivery format at online universities. Since earning her Ph.D. (2003) in Agricultural, Environmental and Development Economics from The Ohio State University, she has presented papers at conferences and workshops. Dr. Cara Johnson authored the book An Insanely Simple Guide: Flipped Mastery Learning to share the Flipped-Mastery Learning model she used in her Biology and Anatomy classes. Dr. Johnson currently works as an Instructional Specialist for Allen Independence School district and is a triathlete, marathon runner, a wife and a mom to two beautiful kids, Austin and Ellie. Peter Santoro has been teaching high school mathematics for 12 years. In addition to two sections of Introductory Calculus, Peter also teaches one section of Geometry and two sections of Mathematics Research Honors. In addition, he is the coach of the Garden City High School Math Team (Mathletes).

This week, Chris interviews Tanya Williams-Walker and Beth Poss about improving equity for AAC users. Tanya is an Instructional Specialist, AAC Specialist, AAC professor, and SLP. Beth is an author, SLP, AAC Specialist, and Director of Educational Programs for LessonPics.  Beth, Tayna, and Chris discuss the meaning of equity, how equity is different from equality, ways that we can improve equity for AAC users, and how they have adjusted their own practices to confront biases surrounding people with complex communication needs. Before the interview, Rachel and Chris discuss some of Rachel's concerns with the amount of time that some SLPs are prioritizing working on verbal speech when they work with young children with limited speech skills. Rachel is working with 8 and 9 year olds who have only worked on verbal speech for 5 or 6 years. Ethically, its an SLPs responsibility to build the foundation for language development, and if verbal speech isn't working, SLPs need to either introduce AAC or refer out to an AAC specialist who will. Key ideas this week:

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Call it what you want, learning loss, learning gap, student learning gone fishing; forward-looking educators are already preparing to deal with it. In this episode, we preview a model for hyper-differentiating instruction that may be just the lifesaver we’ll all need next school term. Follow on Twitter: @ideasforteacher @flip4students @MrHabegger @jonHarper70bd @jonbergmann @bamradionetwork Dr. Cara Johnson authored the book An Insanely Simple Guide: Flipped Mastery Learning to share the Flipped-Mastery Learning model she used in her Biology and Anatomy classes. Dr. Johnson currently works as an Instructional Specialist for Allen Independence School district and is a triathlete, marathon runner, a wife and a mom to two beautiful kids, Austin and Ellie. Jake Habegger is an 8th grade US History Teacher in Franklin, Tennessee. His goal in education is to invigorate student learning by meeting them where they are through the use of technology.

Todd Federman, MBA, is an Instructional Specialist in the Economics Department at the Feliciano School of Business at Montclair State University.  In this podcast episode  he explains how a short sale works, discuss the various players involved and share some historical examples that look remarkably similar to GameStop.Prior to teaching, Mr. Federman had a 25 year Wall Street trading career. Short selling stocks was an integral part of his business.

What does it mean to be an expert in your classroom? I am joined by Brit Bingold, Instructional Specialist, as we discuss being an expert by tapping into what you have within you as an educator. Pssst, this is a good review of National Board Core Proposition #1!Short bio: Brit is an instructional specialist who aspires to inspire every day; she loves learning new research-based instructional strategies to share with teachers. She also is a wife, mother of two kids and two dogs, and has two chronic illnesses. As a former high school English teacher, she loves to write when she can on her blog, thebitsofbrit.com. She also enjoys binge-watching with her favorite shows being Call the Midwife, Outlander, and The West Wing. How to Avoid Teacher Burnout and the Comparison Trap- Learning Unlocked with Brit BingoldFlexible Seating Post- The Bits of BritMore from Brit @thebitsofbrit

Scotty Brandon and Brandon present...their individual reviews of the Super Bowl game, half-time performance, and commercials (0:11),Staria Alexander, an Instructional Specialist, joins the show to talk about the recent achievements of her current role, some ups-and-downs along the way, and how education does not live only in the classroom, the value of equitable opportunities for all, and some more resiliency talk (5:58),and the show is wrapped-up with a 'Starting Five' surrounding the topic of "Life Lessons from our Youth" (17:35).Tune in next week for Part 1 of Elliott Enriquez's story and shares!Follow and engage on Instagram @WhatShouldIDoThePodcast & @onlySPFitness.Follow and engage on Twitter @WSID_ThePodcast & @the_scottuation.Contact us @ whatshouldidothepodcast@gmail.com.Follow (and thank) Verdant Band for our intro/outro music on Facebook @ VerdantBandDE.

Scotty Brandon and Brandon present...chatter about a famous movie in subtitles and the alike (0:11),Staria Alexander, an Instructional Specialist, joins the show to talk about the recent achievements of her current role, some ups-and-downs along the way, and how education does not live only in the classroom, the value of equitable opportunities for all, and some more resiliency talk (4:32),and the show is wrapped-up with some 'Which Would You Rathers' for Staria (28:48).Tune in later this week for Part 3 of Staria Alexander's story and shares!Follow and engage on Instagram @WhatShouldIDoThePodcast & @onlySPFitness.Follow and engage on Twitter @WSID_ThePodcast & @the_scottuation.Contact us @ whatshouldidothepodcast@gmail.com.Follow (and thank) Verdant Band for our intro/outro music on Facebook @ VerdantBandDE.

Scotty Brandon and Brandon present...some talk the 2021 Super Bowl, football food, and upcoming show formatting (0:11),Staria Alexander, an Instructional Specialist, joins the show to talk about the recent achievements of her current role, some ups-and-downs along the way, and how education does not live only in the classroom, the value of equitable opportunities for all, and some more resiliency talk (4:37),and the show is wrapped-up with some 'Rapid Fire Questions' for Staria (24:40).Tune in next week for Part 2 of Staria Alexander's story and shares!Follow and engage on Instagram @WhatShouldIDoThePodcast & @onlySPFitness.Follow and engage on Twitter @WSID_ThePodcast & @the_scottuation.Contact us @ whatshouldidothepodcast@gmail.com.Follow (and thank) Verdant Band for our intro/outro music on Facebook @ VerdantBandDE.

I plan to present about the Assistive Touch feature with IOS13 with the use of a mouse. I will also discuss my research process to help my clients find success in using the iPad.

Today we have our guest Colleen Carney and David Hersh:Colleen is an AVID, Advancement Via Individual Determination,  Instructional Specialist with the School District of Palm Beach County. Colleen has previously served as an AVID Coordinator and AVID Elective Teacher for Orange County Public Schools. She is a certified AVID staff developer. AVID helps teachers shift from delivering content to facilitating learning, resulting in an inquiry-based, student-centric classroom.Follow Colleen on Twitter @MsColleenCarneyDavid is the Director of Proving Ground at the Center for Education Policy Research at Harvard University. Prior to joining Proving Ground, Dave was an SDP Fellow and the Chief of Finance and Analytics for Camden City Schools (CCSD) in New Jersey. To facilitate decision-making consistent with resource optimization, Dave created CCSD’s first Strategic Analytics team. Dave previously practiced law as a Deputy Attorney General for New Jersey’s Division of Child Protection and has also taught high school Math and Physics.

Join Jeremy Anderson and co-host Tori "T-Rod" Rodriguez as they embark on a journey of providing Educators with the opportunity to "Laugh, Learn, and enhance their Life!" This podcast episode features Dr. Danielle Hickerson, a National Consultant and Instructional Specialist, with 24 years of experience! Follow the crew as they have dialogue focused on how you either "Win or Learn" in the classroom setting! #NEXTLEVELTEACHING To learning more about Jeremy Anderson, please visit www.jeremyanderson.org Also, check out our K-12 Social Emotional Learning Character Development Curriculum at www.nextlevelstudents.org Please follow us on our social media pages. Instagram - @1jeremyanderson @1nextlevelteaching Twitter - @1jeremyanderson Facebook - JeremyAnderson Ready to share your message, make an impact, and get paid to do it? The Next Level Speakers Academy is your A-Z blueprint to learn the ropes of motivational speaking. You will learn how to get into schools to make a huge impact while getting paid to do it with a system that will help you get booked consistently, even if you have not worked in this industry before... www.nextlevelspeakersacademy.com www.jeremyanderson.org --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/ryan-manning6/support

Talking with Dr. Lisa Adams, Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum for Temple ISD, about how the recent transition to remote learning has gone and how the blended learning experience Temple ISD has played a factor in the switch. Dr. Adams has over 20 years of experience in public education in Temple ISD. Her educational experiences include Executive Director of Secondary Education, Hector P. Garcia Elementary Principal, Secondary Instructional Coach, Lamar Middle School Assistant Principal, Instructional Specialist, and Middle School teacher. Dr. Adams received her Bachelor's of Arts from Texas A&M University, a Master's of Educational Administration from Tarleton State University, and her doctorate from Texas A&M University in Educational Leadership.

Current Trends in Education with Dr. Diaz was excited to have guest host Dr. Karen Crocco.Dr. Karen Crocco is an instructional designer, training specialist, and educator who has dedicated her career to educating students, teachers, and leaders in the state of Florida, and throughout the country. Dr. Crocco is currently the Instructional Specialist for Visual and Performing Arts in St. Lucie Public Schools, in Port St. Lucie, Florida and the Program Manager for the federally funded SLPS Medici Project, a PDAE grant funded project. Dr. Crocco has received the Associate of Arts degree from Indian River Community College, the Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in Music Education from the University of Florida; the Master of Arts degree in Music Education from the University of Southern Mississippi, and the Doctor of Musical Arts degree from Boston University.  Following a successful career as a music educator, Dr. Crocco grew her skills and talents to innovated professional development for Arts educators in the school districts and throughout the country. She has presented sessions at the local, state and national level on Leadership, Mentoring, Teaching with Intention, Developing Arts Integration, Celebrating Assessment, and Instrumental Ensemble Pedagogy. In addition to presenting countless local professional training sessions in the state of Florida, Dr. Crocco has conducted sessions at the Florida Music Educator’s Conference, at  the Carnegie Hall Summer Institute for Music Educators, and the Institute for Arts Integration and STEAM.In addition to working for and with educators, Dr. Crocco is considered a specialist in the areas of leadership and organization development; for both, business and volunteer organizations. Dr. Crocco finds her work with adults and organizations rewarding in the same manner as she found her work with students when she was a classroom teacher. She values being a part of the growth process and focuses on growth as the primary objective for herself and those with whom she works.As and Instructional Designer, Dr. Crocco seamlessly wove her talents and passions as a music educator into learning and development. She states, “It is exhilarating for me to design instruction, platforms, and modules that encourage and support professionals to accomplish all that they are capable of accomplishing. The diversity of the people I work with and the variety of their ideas are the fuel for the innovation I weave into the training and courses I design. I use technology and industry proven practices to improve everything and everyone connected to the projects I design. I am passionate about learning, training, and professional development in the workplace.” Dr. Crocco focuses on challenging learners using relevant activities, creating measurable learning objectives, and developing materials that promote transfer, retention, and application.In addition to her professional commitment, Dr. Crocco is a mother, wife, daughter, and grandmother who enjoys visiting Disney World and traveling as often as she can. She enjoys attending live Arts performances and exhibits, and relaxing with her husband on or near the water.

Kathy is joined by Tarah Fowler, Director of Middle School Core Curriculum, and Jessica Walsh, Instructional Specialist to discuss the updated Social Studies Curriculum for middle schools.The State of Illinois recently updated its Standards for Learning. In response, the district worked with teachers and instructional leaders to review and revise the district’s curriculum in order to implement the changes.

In his new podcast series titled, The Future of Financing Freedom, Dr. David Axelrod, Instructional Specialist in the Department of Economics at the Feliciano School of Business at Montclair State University, considers the relationships between the concepts of finance, future and freedom in addition to presenting policy proposals based on these insights.In this episode we interview Prof. Julia Puaschunder on the environment of freedom. She is currently working with Yale, Columbia, and the New School.  As we consider the natural, technological and social environments, she will discuss her research as it relates to climate change, artificial intelligence, and the discrimination of excellence.

In his new podcast series titled, The Future of Financing Freedom, Dr. David Axelrod, Instructional Specialist in the Department of Economics at the Feliciano School of Business at Montclair State University, considers the relationships between the concepts of finance, future and freedom in addition to presenting policy proposals based on these insights.This episode considers the meaning and implications of negative interest rates, the pros and cons of wealth taxes, and their relationship to wealth inequality. Since negative rates imply paying someone to return the value of the loan in the future, it has similarities with paying a wealth tax to provide governmental services (such as the military and judicial system) that protect one's wealth. Wealth concentration has a dual edge: it permits greater investment in research, development and invention, while making it more difficult for most households to invest in themselves (through education and health care).

In his new podcast series titled, The Future of Financing Freedom, Dr. David Axelrod, Instructional Specialist in the Department of Economics at the Feliciano School of Business at Montclair State University, considers the relationships between the concepts of finance, future and freedom in addition to presenting policy proposals based on these insights.Previously, we learned of the importance the time discount rate has in determining how to invest and their long-term costs. Those costs affect the profitability of insurance companies. We now consider how linking business insurance premiums to the amount the future is discounted can incentivize more sustainable outcomes.

In his new podcast series titled, The Future of Financing Freedom, Dr. David Axelrod, Instructional Specialist in the Department of Economics at the Feliciano School of Business at Montclair State University, considers the relationships between the concepts of finance, future and freedom in addition to presenting policy proposals based on these insights.When it comes to financing critical projects, the economic mind will consider the costs and benefits involved. In this episode we discuss some of the surprising technicalities of CBA with Dr. Alex Heil, chief economist of the Port Authority of New York-New Jersey. The deep connections between discounting the future, and societal values and freedom are explored. 

JULIANNE ROSS-KLEINMANN is passionate about instructional technology to support teaching and learning, sharing what she’s learned with others, and community service -- her focus for over 30 years as a member of Delta Sigma Theta Inc. Julianne formally started teaching technology and became an ISTE member in the 1990s. She’s a frequent presenter at conferences and schools on topics including technology applications, integration and troubleshooting, rubrics and assessment, STEM, makerspaces and room design. Her favorite presentations have involved co-presenting with her students on topics relating to computational thinking using the Scratch and Scratch Jr. programming languages. Julianne is currently an Instructional Specialist for the Ulster County Board of Cooperative Educational Services (BOCES) in New Paltz, New York. She is an ISTE Certified Educator, Apple Teacher, Certified BrainPOP Educator (CBE), Google Level I Certified Educator, ISTE Mobile Learning Network 2017 Excellence Award Winner and past chair of the ISTE STEM Professional Learning Network (PLN), and currently serves on the ISTE Board of Directors. You can follow Juli on Twitter @JBR_Kleinmann. Visit https://teachersonfire.net/ for all the show notes and links from this episode! Connect with the Teachers on Fire podcast on social media: On Twitter: https://twitter.com/TeachersOnFire On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/teachersonfire/ On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TeachersOnFire/ On LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/TimWCavey On The Teachers on Fire Magazine: https://medium.com/teachers-on-fire On YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFDPjkAn7lZb-rahyVDttKA Song Track Credits Intro: Easy (by Mike Cosmo -- license purchased at https://taketones.com/) Outtro: Bluntedsesh4 (by Tha Silent Partner, courtesy of FreeMusicArchive.org) --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/teachersonfire/support

In his new podcast series titled, The Future of Financing Freedom, Dr. David Axelrod, Instructional Specialist in the Department of Economics at the Feliciano School of Business at Montclair State University, considers the relationships between the concepts of finance, future and freedom in addition to presenting policy proposals based on these insights.What are the distinctions between: Income and Wealth, Incentives and Investments, and Transition and Maintenance costs? We discuss what they are, and why they are important.

In his new podcast series titled, The Future of Financing Freedom, Dr. David Axelrod, Instructional Specialist in the Department of Economics at the Feliciano School of Business at Montclair State University, considers the relationships between the concepts of finance, future and freedom in addition to presenting policy proposals based on these insights.If freedom is not free, how we finance it affects its future. What follows are a set of policies that address key issues. They are intended as a structure to build upon, as well as to clarify how the various pieces fit together. However; before getting into the specifics, we must understand the most essential concept in finance: present value. 

In his new podcast series titled, The Future of Financing Freedom, Dr. David Axelrod, Instructional Specialist in the Department of Economics at the Feliciano School of Business at Montclair State University, considers the relationships between the concepts of finance, future and freedom in addition to presenting policy proposals based on these insights.All countries need some governmental services, whether it be the military and a judicial system, or building infrastructure and providing education and health care. By considering  the nature of "Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness," as well as the U.S. Constitution, a proposal for a new American Tax System is described.

In his new podcast series titled, The Future of Financing Freedom, Dr. David Axelrod, Instructional Specialist in the Department of Economics at the Feliciano School of Business at Montclair State University, considers the relationships between the concepts of finance, future and freedom in addition to presenting policy proposals based on these insights.Most modern economies are driven by businesses seeking to make profit. While this helped increase our material standard of living, is it enough to get society where it wants to go? We consider  the differences between Capitalism, "Profitism", and Socialism.

Kathy is joined by Tarah Fowler, Director of Middle School Core Curriculum, and Maria Walther, First Grade teacher and Instructional Specialist, to discuss the Volume Reading team's challenge of increasing student reading.A recent report from Scholastic found children are more likely to read outside of school if they are reading a book for fun in school.

In this episode, Barbra and Tony talk all things College Prep with Tracy Winstead, NISD’s Instructional Specialist for H.S. ELA. Northside teachers can find more information on this course on the College Prep YAG.

3/2/19 Toward a Better Future: Transforming the Climate Crisis 8:45-9am Morning Observance and Poetry "Multiple Choice Test after the Hurricane" by Jackson Neal, Houston Youth Poet Laureate and National Youth Poet Laureate Ambassador "Young Activists Speak Out" Panel Juan Elizondo, 31-year-old from Houston, Texas, Partnerships Coordinator and Instructional Specialist at Furr High School Jayden Foytlin, 15-year-old from Rayne, Louisiana, an indigenous climate activist, and a plaintiff in the case, Juliana v. United States Nadia Nazar, 16-year old from Baltimore, Maryland, Co-Founder, Co-Executive Director, and Art Director of Zero Hour Moderator: Estrella Sainburg, GreenFaith Organizer The people who are the least responsible for climate change are the ones who will be the most impacted long-term. Knowing this, they are taking the lead in making their demands for a livable climate known to the leaders of our cities and countries. This panel will explore what young leaders from different parts of the country are doing to lead us toward a better climate future. Examples include a class action lawsuit against the government, a national youth-led protest march, and joining local advocacy groups and empowering young people to make change. This program was a part of "Toward a Better Future: Transforming the Climate Crisis." The Rothko Chapel and University of St. Thomas hosted a three day symposium exploring the current climate crisis, its impact on vulnerable communities, and mitigation efforts being implemented locally and nationally. Given the global interconnectedness of the climate crisis, the symposium explored how best to move to a zero emission, low carbon economy through the engagement of presenters from religious, Indigenous, public health, energy, government, philanthropic, academic and arts sectors and communities. A central focus was on individual and institutional actions, practices and policies that must be taken to create a more livable and equitable future.

This episode we talk to Edupreneur and Instructional Coach, Melanie Mathews. Melanie is an Elementary Literacy Coach/Educational Consultant and founder of Literacy at Work. Melanie began teaching in 1997, and in 2006 became a Literacy Coach. Two years later, she was an Instructional Specialist. Since then, she's become a national consultant and once again returned in her hometown school district to continue as an Instructional Coach. After that position was eliminated, she turned her hobby into Literacy at Work. Literacy at Work builds teacher capacity by providing direct support to classroom teachers, teacher leaders, and building support teams through literacy and instructional coaching. This support is provided via online learning, workshops, and onsite visits. All are designed to increase educators’ knowledge and improve school systems. You can find Melanie at literacyatwork.net and on Instagram @literacyatwork Instagram -donicaab Twitter – GameChangingEd Website – www.gamechanginged.com

In this episode, we chat with Kim Roberson, the Coordinator of the 1:1 Program. As an Instructional Specialist from the PGCPS Technology Training Team, Kim talks about the focus of the 1:1 Initiative and what's in store. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/T3PGCPS/message

In this episode you will learn about the newly created Instructional Specialist positions and what they bring to our district.

Classroom 2.0 LIVE webinar, "A New Spin on PD-Alternatives to Traditional PD" with special guest presenter, Dennine Leschinsky. February 3, 2018. Professional development is an important part of our lives as educators, but often it falls short of meeting our needs. Too often we find ourselves in "sit and git" sessions where we have to listen to information that seems irrelevant with no way to personalize the experience to make it relevant. Fortunately, there are many educators who are working to change that type of PD experience, and our special guest for this week's webinar, Dennine Leschinsky, has some very exciting ideas to share with us for alternatives to traditional PD. Join us to hear Dennine's "New Spin on PD." Webinar Description: If you build it, they will come. PD in our district has evolved to include new designs including the implementation of a learning lounge, empower hour and breakFAST. Each offers a unique spin on PD which begins with district and building initiatives and is driven by teacher choice. Each has similar components of a learning lounge. Clearly defined, a learning lounge is a place where educators can come together to learn and collaborate about instructional content and practices. It is a relaxed, interactive environment, much like that of a craft fair or flea market where shoppers browse and converse with vendors about their wares. Our goal is to allow our teachers to have a comfort level with some of the instructional practices prior implementation. Empower hour is a structure much like an EdCamp where teachers are empowered to share strategies or technology tools with other teachers. This has replaced our faculty meetings. BreakFAST is a type of PD we used to strengthen our teacher’s use of a new formative assessment screening tool we implemented this year. This session is perfect for anyone who plans professional development or faculty meetings. Dennine Leschinsky is in her 22nd year in education. As a certified Reading Specialist and veteran teacher, Dennine owns and operates an Early Intervention agency called, Connective Interventions Services where she supervises and designs professional development for 30 staff members. In addition, Dennine’s experience as an educator includes teaching preschool, first, second, and third grades, as well as serving as a Literacy and Technology Coach for grades 6-8. Currently, Dennine is the Instructional Specialist at Wescosville Elementary School in the East Penn School District. In this role, she provides instructional coaching and also serves as a school-based MTSS coordinator. Dennine works collaboratively with district level administration to plan systemic professional development experiences. Additionally, she has presented at several local and state conferences spanning her career. Dennine is grateful to Peg Volak, former colleague from Pennridge School District and current board member for Classroom 2.0 , for this exciting opportunity. She looks forward to sharing some of her favorite PD spins with you today! https://twitter.com/denninespin

When teachers solve problems, they inspire their students to solve problems, too. How can teachers use their best strategies as a launching pad for deeper learning and professional growth? And how can curiosity, co-creation, and collaboration before a lesson idea is formed be a game-changer for classroom practice? On this episode of Tch Talks, https://twitter.com/AshleyLambS (Ashley Lamb-Sinclair), Instructional Specialist and Deeper Learning Coach for Fern Creek High School in Louisville, Kentucky and 2016 Kentucky Teacher of the Year, joins us to talk about her work with http://www.schoolstartup.org/about.html (School Startup). This pilot program is where three cohorts of Teacher-Founders are engaged in the design process to rethink and redesign deeper learning in their classrooms and professional learning communities. She also shares her recent adventures as founder and CEO of http://curiolearning.com/ (Curio Learning), an app that helps teachers discover new ideas and curate them in a personalized way. The app also facilitates collaboration with other educators in order for them to grow as professionals and find the ways to best help their students. Ashley believes that if every teacher woke up to the awesome influence he or she has, there would be a drastic overhaul of the system and that -- bottom line -- it takes a teacher to transform learning. Resources:Follow https://twitter.com/AshleyLambS (Ashley Lamb-Sinclair) on Twitter Explore Ashley's blog: https://beautifuljunkyard.com/ (Beautiful Junkyard) Ashley Lamb-Sinclair's work featured in https://www.washingtonpost.com/newssearch/?query=ashley%20lamb-sinclair (The Washington Post) Ashley Lamb-Sinclair's work featured in https://www.theatlantic.com/author/ashley-lamb-sinclair/ (The Atlantic) http://wegrowteachers.com/are-you-teaching-content-or-teaching-thought/ (Are You Teaching Content Or Teaching Thought?) - Teach Thought http://www.schoolstartup.org/about.html (School Start-Up) http://curiolearning.com/ (Curio Learning) Follow https://twitter.com/CurioLearning (Curio) on Twitter Follow https://twitter.com/search?f=tweets&vertical=default&q=%23TeachLikeARebel%20&src=typd (#TeachLikeARebel) on Twitter https://medium.com/curio-learning (Curio Journal) on Medium https://www.sevenzo.org/ (Sevenzo) http://amzn.to/2DmunsP (Designing Your Life: How to Build a Well-Lived, Joyful Life) by Bill Burnett and Dave Evans https://trueschoolstudio.com/ (True School Studio) https://designthinkingforeducators.com/ (Design Thinking for Educators) https://www.opencolleges.edu.au/informed/features/45-design-thinking-resources-for-educators/ (45 Design Thinking Resources for Educators) https://dschool.stanford.edu/resources/the-bootcamp-bootleg (The d.school Bootcamp Bootleg) http://dschool-old.stanford.edu/dgift/chart-a-new-course/ (Design Thinking Mixtapes) https://dschool.stanford.edu/resources/ (Tools for Taking Action) http://deepdesignthinking.com/ (Deep Design Thinking) https://www.luma-institute.com/ (Luma Institute) Teaching Channel Resources:https://www.teachingchannel.org/videos/high-school-literature-lesson-plan?__hstc=37506751.f81d02bf457c905a1dac34136015d66e.1607027855466.1614177847807.1614182817837.231&__hssc=37506751.1428.1614182817837&__hsfp=3509056180 (Pinwheel Discussions: Texts in Conversation) https://www.teachingchannel.org/videos/enhance-student-discussions-tchers-cut?__hstc=37506751.f81d02bf457c905a1dac34136015d66e.1607027855466.1614177847807.1614182817837.231&__hssc=37506751.1428.1614182817837&__hsfp=3509056180 (Tcher's Cut: Pinwheel Discussions) https://www.teachingchannel.org/blog/2016/03/29/design-thinking-and-equity/?__hstc=37506751.f81d02bf457c905a1dac34136015d66e.1607027855466.1614177847807.1614182817837.231&__hssc=37506751.1428.1614182817837&__hsfp=3509056180 (Design Thinking, Empathy, and Equity)...

Join us as we talk about powerful new techniques and technologies to make math concepts more meaningful to your students. Follow: @coolcatteacher @davidwees @matific @bamradionetwork #edtechchat #edchat #edtech David Wees is currently a Formative Assessment and Instructional Specialist for New Visions for Public Schools in New York City. He has worked as a mathematics and science teacher in New York City, London, Bangkok, and Vancouver. Twitter id: @davidwees

Assessing students' yearly progress means a regular battery of standardized tests, a fact of life in most public schools. So how are Alaskan kids measuring up? We look at the history of this kind of testing, the current tests kids take, and we'll also learn about the new, proposed standards for Alaskan K-12 students that could be implemented this fall if they are adopted. IN-STUDIO GUESTS: Joining host Shana Sheehy in the studio are three guests who each have experience with the testing and assessment process in Alaska's public schools: Dana Stahl is a Training and Instructional Specialist for the Anchorage School District where she works with kindergarten through sixth grade classroom teachers in implementing best practices in math, reading and writing instruction. She has been in education for 28 years. Janet Valentour is the Assessment Administrator at the State Department of Education and Early Development. She joined us by phone from her office in Juneau. Laurel Vorachek is the Executive Director of Assessment and Evaluation for the Anchorage School District. This department is responsible for all state-mandated assessments and supports several district-level assessments, as well as data analysis and reporting.