Podcasts about K12

In classrooms across America, only about 1% of teachers are Black men. That gap shapes how millions of students see themselves and their futures. In this episode, Kevin P. Chavous talks with Ahmoni Jones, a seventh-grade math teacher at Soulsville Charter School in Memphis, who's part of that 1%. Jones grew up in a predominantly Black district, surrounded by teachers who looked like him—but never by a Black man at the front of the room. Now he's changing that story. They talk about what drew him to teaching, the influence of his parents—both behavior specialists—and the moment he realized the classroom was where he could make a difference. Jones explains how he keeps math alive for kids who usually hate it, why humor works better than fear, and how programs like Memphis Teacher Residency are helping young teachers of color stay in the profession. It's a conversation about identity, purpose, and the quiet power of showing up for the next generation. Chapters  00:00 — The beauty of showing up 01:00 — Ahmoni's path to teaching 05:00 — From college gym to classroom 09:00 — Making math make sense 12:00 — Finding balance and support 13:50 — Building a pipeline for Black male teachers Connect with Ahmoni Jones Soulsville Charter School: https://soulsvillecharterschool.org/ Memphis Teacher Residency: https://memphistr.org/ Explore K12-Powered Education & Career Pathways K12's innovative programs give students a head start on their future. Enrollment is now open! Join over 3 million students who have chosen K12-powered tuition-free online public schooling for a flexible, personalized learning experience all from the safety of home. ✅ State-certified teachers trained in virtual instruction ✅ Accredited curriculum supporting all learners, including advanced students & those with special needs ✅ Career-focused programs, including healthcare pathways & more ✅ More family time, stronger class connections, and academic success Apply today to secure your spot and see why families trust K12 for their child's education.

When I was a new teacher, I had a goal of differentiating instruction for every student. I would provide additional directions, project sheets, tutorials, and small group instruction for any student who needed help. I kept a list of specific strategies I would use in... The post Empowering Students to Self-Select the Scaffolds appeared first on Spencer Education.

Michelle Karpinski from Portage Public Schools in Michigan shares how embracing a communications audit unlocked major growth for her district.Learn how improvements were made with both internal and external communication and how they tracked their progress.Discover how a data-driven audit led to a full rebrand, website overhaul, and better parent engagement.Michelle's “be brave” mindset shows how audits can be a catalyst - not a critique - for school PR success.SPECIAL GUESTMichelle Karpinski, MPACommunity Relations ManagerPortage Public Schools, MichiganEmail: mkarpinski@portageps.org Website: https://www.portageps.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/portagepublicschools Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/portageschoolsmi USEFUL INFORMATIONCheck out the full Communications Audit from their website - click here for the report.You're invited to our Social Media for School Retreat - June 23-25, 2026. Register now.Want to add capacity to your social media efforts? Think about adding a Teaching Assistant. Learn more in this blog.Order your copy of my book Social Media for Schools: Proven Storytelling Strategies & Ideas to Celebrate Your Students & Staff - While Keeping Your Sanity now!Interested in our membership program? Learn more here: https://socialschool4edu.com/MORE RESOURCESFree Video Training: Learn the simple secrets behind social media for K12 schools!Sign up for our free e-newsletter - click herewww.SocialSchool4EDU.com

In this episode of Transformative Principal, Brandon Cardet-Hernandez shares his journey from being a principal to advising the NYC Mayor, and now serving as President of Mrs. Wordsmith, a company dedicated to improving children's literacy through innovative tools like books and video games. Brandon dives into the urgent need for solutions in education, particularly addressing the missed "dosage" in phonemic awareness, phonics, and vocabulary instruction that many students experience. He explores the role of video games in education, emphasizing that while games can't replace teachers, they can enhance the learning process through engaging, spaced-repetition techniques, like the popular game Word Tag.Brandon discusses how joy and mastery of language can transform a student's understanding and emotional connection to words. He also highlights the challenges many students face in developing strong reading skills, especially in middle and high school, and how increasing practice time is essential.Leaving the principalship to do advising to NYC Mayor. Solutions that I was hungry for. President of Mrs. WordsmithEfficacy of video gamesSub-literateGames don't replace teachers and instructionMissed dosage that kids need: phonemic awareness and phonics & vocabularyHow much time they get practicing. How do we give teachers the right data?Word tag - spaced repetition.Joy of words, master of phrasing. How many kids don't have the command of the language?Happiness makes more sense when you have word associations with it. Increase dosage of reading skills. How challenging it is to learn reading in middle and high school.How to be a transformative principal? Be ok that their experience looks different than ours: take a beat, pause, and play a video game.About Brandon Cardet-HernandezBrandon Cardet-Hernandez is the President of Mrs Wordsmith, an innovative children's education media company that creates award-winning books, card games, and video games to help radically improve literacy outcomes for kids. A recognized leader and changemaker, Brandon has spent his career working to reimagine the systems, structures, and tools that accelerate opportunity and close achievement gaps. Brandon previously served as the Senior Education Advisor to former New York City Mayor Bill DeBlasio and as the Director of Strategic Initiatives for the NYC Department of Education. A former special education teacher, Brandon has sat at the helm of two high schools, leading both institutions through transformational change. Brandon was appointed to the Boston School Board in 2022 by Mayor Michelle Wu and the Massachusetts Council for Latino Empowerment in 2023 by Governor Maura Healy. He serves on the board of EdVestors. His work has garnered national recognition, featured in publications like The Atlantic, People en Espanol, Essence Magazine, EdWeek, Commonwealth Magazine, and the Netflix documentary, “Teach Us All.” LinkedLeaders: You need support. Get just-in-time mentoring at LinkedLeaders.comWe'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

In this Halloween episode, author Katie Kennedy takes us behind the scenes of her middle grade nonfiction book, DID YOU HEAR WHAT HAPPENED IN SALEM? THE WITCH TRIALS OF 1692.This episode is sponsored by NOSY CROW, and their innovative STORIES ALOUD program, which gives readers instant access to professionally produced and narrated versions of their books. Look for the STORIES ALOUD QR code on the back of Nosy Crow books to give it a try.Click here for an audio sample, from the book WHO ATE STEVE?

For years, the Ohio legislature has pushed to have the state pay a smaller and smaller share of the cost of running Ohio's public schools, placing a bigger and bigger burden on local property taxpayers to make up the difference. Now, Ohio lawmakers are pushing a whole raft of property tax reform bills, many with potentially disastrous consequences for public school students across the state. So, what can the state actually do to provide meaningful property tax relief without doing so on the backs of the public schools that serve 90 percent of students in our state? To understand where we should go from here, we have to understand how we got to this pressure point. In Part 1 of this special two-part conversation, we take a deeper dive into how Ohio's property taxes work and what's driving a spike in property tax bills in recent years.LISTEN TO PART 2 |Click here to hear the second half of the conversation with Dr. Howard Fleeter, where we look at what the state could do to enact potential property tax policy changes without devastating Ohio's public schools.TAKE ACTION | House Bill 186 is one of several property tax bills making its way through the General Assembly right now. But, the substitute version of HB 186 under consideration would result in a huge, devastating funding cut for hundreds of Ohio school districts, especially in rural communities. Click here to see how your district would be impacted and to tell your lawmaker to oppose the amended version of HB 186.  READ THE REPORT | Learn more in the Ohio Education Policy Insitute's new 'Analysis of Residential Property Taxes in Ohio: A Balanced Approach to Reform'INTO THE ARCHIVES | Dr. Fleeter was a Public Education Matters guest way back in the first season of this podcast as we worked to understand Ohio's school funding formula - or lack thereof back at that point. Click here to listen.Featured Public Education Matters guest: Dr. Howard Fleeter, economist and Ohio Education Policy Institute consultantDr. Howard B. Fleeter received his Ph.D in Economics from the University of California, Berkeley in 1990.  He was a faculty member in the School of Public Policy and Management at Ohio State University from 1989-1999, where he taught courses in Public Sector Economics, Public Finance, and State and Local Government Finance.  He was a four-time recipient of the School's “Faculty of the Year” award for excellence in teaching.  Dr. Fleeter was also a faculty member in the School of Education at the University of Massachusetts Amherst from 1999-2001, where he taught courses in the Economics of Education and School Finance. Dr. Fleeter's research has focused on issues of education finance, education policy, and state and local tax policy and he is the author of numerous policy studies and academic journal articles on these topics.  Since his 1992 report, "Equity, Adequacy and Reliability in Ohio Education Finance" for Governor Voinovich's Education Management Council he has been one of the state's leading experts on Education Finance.  He has worked extensively with Ohio education policy-makers to improve the state's school funding system for more than 25 years.  He is currently the owner of the state and local government finance and tax policy consulting firm Howard Fleeter & Associates and serves as a research consultant on education finance and policy issues for the Ohio Education Policy Institute.  Connect with OEA:Email educationmatters@ohea.org with your feedback or ideas for future Public Education Matters topicsLike OEA on FacebookFollow OEA on TwitterFollow OEA on InstagramGet the latest news and statements from OEA hereLearn more about where OEA stands on the issues Keep up to date on the legislation affecting Ohio public schools and educators with OEA's Legislative WatchAbout us:The Ohio Education Association represents nearly 120,000 teachers, faculty members and support professionals who work in Ohio's schools, colleges, and universities to help improve public education and the lives of Ohio's children. OEA members provide professional services to benefit students, schools, and the public in virtually every position needed to run Ohio's schools.Public Education Matters host Katie Olmsted serves as Media Relations Consultant for the Ohio Education Association. She joined OEA in May 2020, after a ten-year career as an Emmy Award-winning television reporter, anchor, and producer. Katie comes from a family of educators and is passionate about telling educators' stories and advocating for Ohio's students. She lives in Central Ohio with her husband and two young children. This episode was recorded on October 7, 2025.

After years of refusing to have the state pay its fair share of the cost of running Ohio's public schools and forcing local property tax payers to carry a bigger load to make up the difference, Ohio lawmakers are pushing a number of property tax changes that could slash revenues for school districts with devastating impacts on Ohio's public school students. So, what can the state actually do to provide meaningful property tax relief without doing so on the backs of our public schools? In Part 2 of this special two-part conversation, we take a look at the potential property tax reforms Ohio lawmakers could enact if they were really interested in something beyond short-sighted Band aid fixes.LISTEN TO PART 1 | Click here to hear the first half of the conversation with Dr. Howard Fleeter, where we dive into the history and impact of Ohio's property tax laws and the state policy changes that have fueled the rise in local property tax bills in recent years. This is incredibly important context about how we got here, so we can figure out what needs to be done now. If you have not listened to Part 1, please go back and listen to it now.TAKE ACTION | House Bill 186 is one of several property tax bills making its way through the General Assembly right now. But, the substitute version of HB 186 under consideration would result in a huge, devastating funding cut for hundreds of Ohio school districts, especially in rural communities. Click here to see how your district would be impacted and to tell your lawmaker to oppose the amended version of HB 186. READ THE REPORT | Learn more in the Ohio Education Policy Insitute's new 'Analysis of Residential Property Taxes in Ohio: A Balanced Approach to Reform'INTO THE ARCHIVES | Dr. Fleeter was a Public Education Matters guest way back in the first season of this podcast as we worked to understand Ohio's school funding formula - or lack thereof back at that point. Click here to listen.Featured Public Education Matters guest: Dr. Howard Fleeter, economist and Ohio Education Policy Institute consultantDr. Howard B. Fleeter received his Ph.D in Economics from the University of California, Berkeley in 1990.  He was a faculty member in the School of Public Policy and Management at Ohio State University from 1989-1999, where he taught courses in Public Sector Economics, Public Finance, and State and Local Government Finance.  He was a four-time recipient of the School's “Faculty of the Year” award for excellence in teaching.  Dr. Fleeter was also a faculty member in the School of Education at the University of Massachusetts Amherst from 1999-2001, where he taught courses in the Economics of Education and School Finance. Dr. Fleeter's research has focused on issues of education finance, education policy, and state and local tax policy and he is the author of numerous policy studies and academic journal articles on these topics.  Since his 1992 report, "Equity, Adequacy and Reliability in Ohio Education Finance" for Governor Voinovich's Education Management Council he has been one of the state's leading experts on Education Finance.  He has worked extensively with Ohio education policy-makers to improve the state's school funding system for more than 25 years.  He is currently the owner of the state and local government finance and tax policy consulting firm Howard Fleeter & Associates and serves as a research consultant on education finance and policy issues for the Ohio Education Policy Institute.  Connect with OEA:Email educationmatters@ohea.org with your feedback or ideas for future Public Education Matters topicsLike OEA on FacebookFollow OEA on TwitterFollow OEA on InstagramGet the latest news and statements from OEA hereLearn more about where OEA stands on the issues Keep up to date on the legislation affecting Ohio public schools and educators with OEA's Legislative WatchAbout us:The Ohio Education Association represents nearly 120,000 teachers, faculty members and support professionals who work in Ohio's schools, colleges, and universities to help improve public education and the lives of Ohio's children. OEA members provide professional services to benefit students, schools, and the public in virtually every position needed to run Ohio's schools.Public Education Matters host Katie Olmsted serves as Media Relations Consultant for the Ohio Education Association. She joined OEA in May 2020, after a ten-year career as an Emmy Award-winning television reporter, anchor, and producer. Katie comes from a family of educators and is passionate about telling educators' stories and advocating for Ohio's students. She lives in Central Ohio with her husband and two young children. This episode was recorded on October 7, 2025.

Throwback Thursday! "The Art of Delegation" featuring Dr. Marcus BelinOriginally Released On: 11-19-21This week, we're revisiting one of our timeless episodes from Leading Out The Woods! In this episode, we explore:✅ How ‘Delegation' is an essential concept of leadership.✅ Empowering colleagues to complete tasks unsupervised.Whether you're hearing it for the first time or revisiting a classic, this conversation is packed with insights that still resonate today. 

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In 2014, Microsoft launched a hugely successful AI bot named Xiaoice in China. With over forty million conversations, users often described feeling as though they were interacting with a real human. Microsoft founder Bill Gates described it this way, “’Xiaoice has attracted 45 million followers... The post Students Need to Explore the Nature of AI appeared first on Spencer Education.

Teaser:First, a bit of context to today's show: This year, Darrin Peppard (Leaning Into Leadership podcast) and I are partnering with the North Carolina Middle Level Educators Association to provide leadership development for a group of middle school principals, APs, and deans. We kicked off this Leadership Excellence Network in August and September with two 90-minute virtual sessions in which we focused on clarity of purpose and clarity of priorities. We will meet face-to-face in mid-November and in preparation for that meeting, Darrin and I are doing coaching calls to help leaders develop a goal to focus their efforts on. Today's guest was gracious enough to have our coaching session recorded as a podcast episode as well and I think you are going to love this episode. Before we being…Sponsor Spot 1:I'd like to thank Kaleidoscope Adventures for sponsoring today's show. Lots of companies can help you organize class trips, but Kaleidoscope helps you organize adventures – because isn't that what student trips should be? Kaleidscope is a full-service tour company offering a range of adventure opportunities and they excel at customizing trips based on your unique context, needs, and goals. Kaleidoscope offers exceptional travel experiences for students (and their group leaders). Thinking about student travel? Reach out to Kaleidoscope using the link in the show notes.Show IntroGuest Bio:Amber Coburn is the Middle School Dean of Students at Eno River Academy, a K-12 Charter School in Hillsborough, North Carolina. A lifelong champion of middle school and all its quirks, she has spent the past 14 years helping students grow academically, socially, and emotionally. In her current role, she is honored to expand her impact on teaching, learning, and school culture at Eno River Academy Middle School!Warmup questions:We always like to start with a celebration. What are you celebrating today?Is there a story that will help listeners understand why you are doing what you do?Questions/Topics/PromptsSupporting new teachersCoaching stancesCheck-ins versus coachingCommitmentsSponsor Spot 2:I want to thank IXL for sponsoring this podcast…Everyone talks about the power of data-driven instruction. But what does that actually look like? Look no further than IXL, the ultimate online learning and teaching platform for K to 12. IXL gives you meaningful insights that drive real progress, and research can prove it. Studies across 45 states show that schools who use IXL outperform other schools on state tests. Educators who use IXL love that they can easily see how their school is performing in real-time to make better instructional decisions. And IXL doesn't stop at just data. IXL also brings an entire ecosystem of resources for your teachers, with a complete curriculum, personalized learning plans, and so much more. It's no wonder that IXL is used in 95 of the top 100 school districts. Ready to join them? Visit ixl.com/assistant to get started.Closing questions:What part of your own leadership are you still trying to get better at?If listeners could take just one thing away from today's podcast, what would it be?Before we go, is there anything else that you'd like to share with our listeners?Where can people learn more about you and your work…Summary/wrap upWe covered a lot of ground, but here are the three things I hope you take away from the episode:Be intentional about scheduling and blocking time to work with your teachersUse informal check-ins to learn about your teachers and build trustBe clear about why you are in a classroom so teachers know what to expect. Email me at frederick@frederickbuskey.com for a copy of the 4 Patterns of observation.Special thanks to the amazing Ranford Almond for the great music on the show. Please support Ranford and the show by checking out his music!Ranford's homepage: https://ranfordalmond.comRanford's music on streaming services: https://streamlink.to/ranfordalmond-oldsoulInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ranfordalmond/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ranfordalmond/Sponsor Links:IXL: http://ixl.com/assistant Kaleidoscope Adventures: https://www.kaleidoscopeadventures.com/the-assistant-principal-podcast-kaleidoscope-adventures/CloseLeadership is a journey and thank you for choosing to walk some of this magical path with me.You can find links to all sorts of stuff in the show notes, including my website https://www.frederickbuskey.com/I love hearing from you. If you have comments or questions, or are interested in having me speak at your school or conference, email me at frederick@frederickbuskey.com or connect with me on LinkedIn.If you are tired of spending time putting out fires and would rather invest time supporting and growing teachers, consider reading my book, A School Leader's Guide to Reclaiming Purpose. The book is available on Amazon. You can find links to it, as well as free book study materials on my website at https://www.frederickbuskey.com/reclaiming-purpose.html Please remember to subscribe, rate, and review the podcast.Remember the secret to good leadership:Be intentional in choosing how you will show up for othersBe fully presentAsk reflective questionsAnd then just listenDon't overcomplicate it, the value is in the listening.Have a great rest of the week!Cheers!Guest Links:Frederick's Links:Email: frederick@frederickbuskey.comWebsite: https://www.frederickbuskey.com/ LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/strategicleadershipconsulting Daily Email subscribe: https://adept-experimenter-3588.ck.page/fdf37cbf3a The Strategic Leader's Guide to Reclaiming Purpose:

Host Jethro D. Jones talks with teacher Hilda Guerrero about her "Peacefully Productive Kids" program, which helps students develop emotional regulation, empathy, and conflict resolution skills. Hilda shares practical strategies and resources she created after working with a challenging student, and discusses her mission to make social-emotional learning easy and accessible for teachers everywhere.Peacefully Productive Kids - SEL and personal development for kids. Started 3 years ago when she had a highly challenging student, elopement, emotional outbursts. Started to read books and did action research with that particular student. Creating and collecting resources. Videos and resources already available and creating as she went along. Stephen Guise Elastic HabitsCreated a chart and tracked behavior. Ridiculously simple goals. The more he succeeded the better he got at succeeding. What causes the elopement?Let him know he's safe, consistent soft, gentle messagesWhen a child is in distress, they need to learn how to release the emotions in a different way.If they have the language skills to express how they feel they will do better. Addressing 3 tiers with students - 1:1, friendship class, and whole group3 main components: mind, heart, body. Preparation for the lesson - needs to be teacher friendly. Within 5 clicks have what they need. Videos, journals, lesson plans, role plays, poetry, music, dance, etc. State an issue, and find resources to support kids. Language as the pathway to social and emotional well being“My son used to be feisty and snappy, and he even talks differently.” Words of empathy - friendship class - kids all complaining about what is going wrong. I can give you the words to de-escalate the fight! Friendship helpers. 6 steps on how to be an active listener. This project is bigger than me! Teachers are undertrained and outnumbered. Want to help out? Reach out at PeacefullyProductiveKids.comAbout Hilda GuerreroHilda Guerrero is a dedicated educator with 28 years of experience teaching elementary-aged students. Throughout her career, she has specialized in bilingual education, equipping students with the linguistic skills necessary to thrive in diverse learning environments. She holds a Master's Degree in Teaching English as a Second Language, which has deepened her understanding of language acquisition and cross-cultural communication.Now, she is channeling her expertise into developing a digital product (Peacefully Productive Kids) designed to help teachers cultivate Social-Emotional Learning (SEL) and personal development skills in their students. Drawing on the four modes of language learning, listening, speaking, reading, and writing, she is developing specialized language practices that foster children's social, emotional, and mental growth. Her passion for teaching language has expanded to include the vital language of emotions and self-awareness, empowering young learners to understand themselves and others with empathy and confidence.She believes in the transformative power of language and SEL to nurture holistic development, shaping not only students' academic skills but also their emotional resilience and interpersonal growth.When she's not teaching or creating, she enjoys spending time with her family, hiking, swimming, and taking long nature walks with friends, always inspired by the belief that education is the foundation for growth, in language, character, and life. LinkedLeaders: You need support. Get just-in-time mentoring at LinkedLeaders.comWe'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

Jason Lewis shares how a parent's social media praise turned into a powerful story of school choice—and proof that our storytelling work truly makes a difference.Learn how Jason's student-led Instagram takeovers not only boost engagement but also help build leadership skills and résumé-worthy experiences for students.Discover how Jason's summer scavenger hunt turned quiet months into a community-building social media win.Feeling stuck? Jason's journey from TV to school PR shows the value of starting small, gaining trust, and being bold with creative ideas.SPECIAL GUESTJason LewisCommunications SpecialistWalled Lake Consolidated Schools, MichiganEmail: jasonlewis@wlcsd.org X: @JasonLewis_tvWebsite: https://www.wlcsd.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wlcsd Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/walledlkschools/ X: https://x.com/WalledLkSchools LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/walled-lake-consolidated-schools YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHZPd3JtrmoakLAHVUbeiMA USEFUL INFORMATIONSocial Media Hub for Walled Lake Consolidated Schools2025 Golden Gribble - Best Contest Award 2024 Golden Gribble - Best Student Takeover - Direct link to Bella's takeoverOrder your copy of my book Social Media for Schools: Proven Storytelling Strategies & Ideas to Celebrate Your Students & Staff - While Keeping Your Sanity now!Interested in our membership program? Learn more here: https://socialschool4edu.com/MORE RESOURCESFree Video Training: Learn the simple secrets behind social media for K12 schools!Sign up for our free e-newsletter - click herewww.SocialSchool4EDU.com

In this episode Tricia Friedman talks listeners through an example of how she vibe coding an app from start to finish. Her vibe coding process of building an app blends AI literacy, digital humanities, and leadership design thinking. What does this tell us about the future of using generative AI for projects in K12? This episode is sponsored by our amazing friends at Poll Everywhere. Join over 1 million educators using Poll Everywhere. Try it risk free for 30 days—we'll refund you if it's not a good fit. Listeners will gain insight into: how AI-assisted app design reshapes collaboration and imagination in schools what happens when storytelling meets software in project-based learning why ethical AI, digital well-being, and student agency must anchor innovation Ultimately, this episode challenges educators to think differently about what it means to “build.” Tricia frames vibe coding as an invitation to design with empathy — where app creation, futures literacy, and educator creativity merge to model a more human-centered approach to technology in learning. If you're curious about AI in education, digital storytelling, women in edtech, or the future of creative leadership, this episode offers a front-row seat to the evolving intersection of art, code, and compassion.

Today's episode is Dr. Sarah Fine's keynote, the Quest for Authenticity: Lessons in Powerful Learning from the Fringes, from our Conference to Restore Humanity back in July of this year.As Dr. Fine argues, the limits of our grammar of schooling and the metaphors we use to think about teaching and learning are constraining, but there is nothing inevitable or inherent about them. This is the throughline in her observation of co-constructed and collaborative humanized learning spaces, where inevitability gives way to possibility predominates.Not only is it possible to change the grammar of schooling, but that humanizing grammar already exists within even the most traditionally structured school, Sarah argues, in electives, clubs, and extracurriculars, in the periphery. These spaces, she points out, offer “the hallmarks of a learner-centered system: trust, safety, & authentic care, where learners and educators codesign coursework.” As Sarah and her co-author Jal Mehta urge in their 2019 book, In Search of Deeper Learning, “We need to change student learning, so we need to change schools, so we need to change systems.”Video version on the Human Restoration Project YouTube channelQ&A w/ Dr. Sarah Fine

When Corey Rosser decided to lead by being his authentic self, everything changed. Now, as the 2025–26 Michigan Teacher of the Year, the North Branch Area Public Schools educator joins MISoundBoard to share how connection, honesty, and heart have shaped his journey.

In this episode, Josh and Chris discuss the impact of personal device bans, noting increased Google Docs traffic and the creative ways students attempt to access unblocked games. Chris shares insights into managing content filtering and the ongoing battle with unwanted websites. Finally, Chris interviews Brian Edwards, Director of Educational Streaming, with Swank Motion Pictures to discuss copyright, performance licensing, and streaming in K12.   Our new Swag Store is OPEN - Buy some swag (tech dept gift boxes, shirts, hoodies...)!!! -------------------- NTP Managed Methods VIZOR ChromebookParts.com Fortinet -------------------- Join the K12TechPro Community (exclusively for K12 Tech professionals) Buy some swag (tech dept gift boxes, shirts, hoodies...)!!! Email us at k12techtalk@gmail.com OR our "professional" email addy is info@k12techtalkpodcast.com Call us at 314-329-0363 X @k12techtalkpod Facebook Visit our LinkedIn Music by Colt Ball Disclaimer: The views and work done by Josh, Chris, and Mark are solely their own and do not reflect the opinions or positions of sponsors or any respective employers or organizations associated with the guys. K12 Tech Talk itself does not endorse or validate the ideas, views, or statements expressed by Josh, Chris, and Mark's individual views and opinions are not representative of K12 Tech Talk. Furthermore, any references or mention of products, services, organizations, or individuals on K12 Tech Talk should not be considered as endorsements related to any employer or organization associated with the guys.

Whether they're learning Spanish, French, German, or any other language, World Language programs open up doors for Ohio's public school students every day. Unfortunately, World Languages educators have to constantly fight back against attacks on their programs as they fight for the opportunities their students need. Teays Valley Education Association Vice President Haylee Ziegler is passionate about helping everyone see the value of World Language programs in our schools. She shares her thoughts on this episode of the podcast. SHARE YOUR THOUGHTS | If you'd like to share your feedback on the Public Education Matters podcast, including your ideas for what you'd like to hear about - or talk about - on future episodes, please email educationmatters@ohea.org. SUBSCRIBE | Click here to subscribe to Public Education Matters on Apple Podcasts or click here to listen on Spotify so you don't miss a thing. You can also find Public Education Matters on many other platforms. Click here for some of those links so you can listen anywhere. And don't forget you can listen to all of the previous episodes anytime on your favorite podcast platform, or by clicking here.Featured Public Education Matters guest: Haylee Ziegler, Teays Valley Education Association Vice PresidentHaylee Ziegler is an 8th year Spanish teacher at Teays Valley High School. She is the vice-president of the Teays Valley Education Association and a part of the OEA LRC training program. Haylee also runs a blog, senoraziegler.com, where she reflects on teaching Spanish and provides professional development to teachersConnect with OEA:Email educationmatters@ohea.org with your feedback or ideas for future Public Education Matters topicsLike OEA on FacebookFollow OEA on TwitterFollow OEA on InstagramGet the latest news and statements from OEA hereLearn more about where OEA stands on the issues Keep up to date on the legislation affecting Ohio public schools and educators with OEA's Legislative WatchAbout us:The Ohio Education Association represents nearly 120,000 teachers, faculty members and support professionals who work in Ohio's schools, colleges, and universities to help improve public education and the lives of Ohio's children. OEA members provide professional services to benefit students, schools, and the public in virtually every position needed to run Ohio's schools.Public Education Matters host Katie Olmsted serves as Media Relations Consultant for the Ohio Education Association. She joined OEA in May 2020, after a ten-year career as an Emmy Award-winning television reporter, anchor, and producer. Katie comes from a family of educators and is passionate about telling educators' stories and advocating for Ohio's students. She lives in Central Ohio with her husband and two young children. This episode was recorded on August 20, 2025.

In this episode, host Kevin P. Chavous introduces Denisha Merriweather, founder of Black Minds Matter and a leading advocate for education freedom. Her path includes failing third grade twice, growing up amid instability, earning a scholarship, and becoming the first in her family to graduate from college before completing a master's degree. The theme is second chances in education reform, and the promise is access and dignity for every child, especially those too often left behind. Key Moments [00:00] Failing third grade twice and early struggles [03:00] Poverty, instability, and how it shaped her learning [06:00] A godmother's support and the chance of a scholarship [08:30] Finding a school culture that believed in her [11:30] First in her family to graduate college and earn a master's [13:00] From personal story to national advocacy [16:00] Founding Black Minds Matter and building a directory of schools [21:00] Why diverse school leaders matter for real choice [25:00] Hopes and concerns for the future of education freedom Guest Denisha Merriweather — Founder, Black Minds Matter; education reform advocate; former U.S. Dept. of Education staffer First in her family to earn a college degree; later completed a master's Testified before Congress; active national voice on education freedom Founded Black Minds Matter in 2020 to uplift Black school founders Led work documenting 500+ Black-founded schools across the U.S. Resources Mentioned Black Minds Matter — National initiative uplifting Black school founders — https://blackmindsmatter.net Step Up For Students — Florida scholarship granting organization — https://www.stepupforstudents.org National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) — U.S. education data — https://www.nationsreportcard.gov Connect with Denisha Company: https://blackmindsmatter.net Socials: LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/in/denisha-merriweather-a0521820b X / Twitter — https://x.com/DenishaMweather Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/deni_mweather/ Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/denisha.b.merriweather/   Explore K12-Powered Education & Career Pathways K12's innovative programs give students a head start on their future. Enrollment is now open! Join over 3 million students who have chosen K12-powered tuition-free online public schooling for a flexible, personalized learning experience—all from the safety of home. ✅ State-certified teachers trained in virtual instruction ✅ Accredited curriculum supporting all learners, including advanced students & those with special needs ✅ Career-focused programs, including healthcare pathways & more ✅ More family time, stronger class connections, and academic success Apply today to secure your spot and see why families trust K12 for their child's education.

The fifth-year anniversary is here and thank you for the education.  We discuss the current geopolitical affairs of the day, the lack of K12 literacy and the reasons for it; and the medical industries lies and the cognitive decline and lack of recognition that comes with it.    Book Websites: https://www.moneytreepublishing.com/shop PROMO CODE: “AEFM” for 10% OFF https://armreg.co.uk PROMO CODE: "americaneducationfm" for 15% off all books and products. (I receive no kickbacks). Q posts book: https://drive.proton.me/urls/JJ78RV1QP8#yCO0wENuJQPH

Sarah and Aleena discuss their plans to get incredibly hard, strategies for crushing a Costco run and become polyamorous??  Our Sleep Album: https://open.spotify.com/album/2nx1nVXFkszGMSFQUEDVHX?si=5pM5_vHHRuiUaRYEGFV9mQ https://music.apple.com/us/album/are-we-still-sleeping/1834178613 https://youtu.be/nU15fZKGiSI?si=gCCbRze4AYY2A911  See why more than 3 million families have chosen K12 to empower their students Go to https://K12.com/STILLFRIENDS today to learn more  Head to https://policygenius.com/stillfriends to compare free life insurance quotes from top companies and see how much you could save. Bonus Episodes at https://tmgstudios.tv or  join our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/AWSFPOD Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/awsfpod/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@awsfpod ALEENA: https://www.instagram.com/itsaleeena SARAH: https://www.instagram.com/sarahhh_meyerrr/ Chapters: 00:00 we're already fighting 09:25 ollie is blessed 17:20 a lamb to slaughter 20:03 k12 21:11 policy genius 23:00 the end of the end 25:30 becoming a polymom 31:14 deciding to have a second kid 34:44 operation get hard 38:57 getting humbled by your mom 40:18 don't waste life on bad food 43:58 men in parking lots personalities  49:03 locking in at costco 52:22 running wild in the grocery store 54:19 join us in bonus! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Let's begin by looking backwards. On Sept. 16, Mara and I released an episode on three things you should be doing now to care for yourself. Mara took the lead on that one as we dove into designing your morning, clarifying your identity and mission, and building a sustainable habit of creating you time. As an aside, I'm still enamored with the idea of creating a “third space” in which you can be yourself, without trying to be something for everyone else, and a shoutout to listener and daily email reader Penny Connor for that concept.Last week I did an episode on transitioning from work to home in ways that will make it easier to leave school at school. The three key components were investing time in reflection before walking out of school, listening to personal things (like music or audio books) on your commute home, and having specific practices when you walk in the door to home that signal your body to shift into home mode.I acknowledged then that many of you do have duties that require you to work from home and that we would dive into that today, but before we go there…Sponsor Spot 1:I'd like to thank Kaleidoscope Adventures for sponsoring today's show. Lots of companies can help you organize class trips, but Kaleidoscope helps you organize adventures – because isn't that what student trips should be? Kaleidscope is a full-service tour company offering a range of adventure opportunities and they excel at customizing trips based on your unique context, needs, and goals. And if you still need some help getting the ball rolling, check out their great e-resources including The Ultimate Guide to Planning Student Travel, The Ultimate How-To Guide for International High School Travel, AND The Ultimate Financial Guide for Your Student Trip. These are all FREE and packed with helpful tips and advice like how to get your parents on board, funding your trip, picking chaperones, and more.Connect with Kaleidoscope Adventures at mykatrip.com for your free copy or to talk with a pro planner.Show IntroCelebrations:Fall: Leaves, great sleeping temperatures, and footballKey Points Part 1The most significant barrier to turning off is when work intrudes into your home. This can happen for three primary reasons:You have a duty that specifically requires you to work from homeThere is a real emergencyYour work is your life (the issues you work on are the issues you live with)You view yourself as a martyrLet's look at some general habits for when you MUST work from home and then address each of the other circumstances.Limit who can contact you at home. If you have a work phone, shut it down and allow your boss/important person to reach you via your home phone. Or program your phone to only allow certain people to reach you at certain times (Hint: iPhone's Short Cuts feature is super helpful). Create (and enforce) strict boundaries about what duties are and are not off-limits for being interrupted at home and communicate those to people. If you are in charge of getting subs, control how people reach you and when you will check email. You can also do something like add all your teachers to your favorites and set your email to put all messages from favorites into a special folder. This way, when you open your computer to check email, you only need to look at the favorites folder so you aren't getting sucked into other things. The technology has made it harder to be away from work, but we can also use it to flip the script. Designate a location you go to when you must do work at home, whether that is phone calls, email, or something else. Maintaining physical separation from your normal living areas when you are working is critical! Bonus: make your home workspace uncomfortable so you won't be tempted to spend extra time there. Closet anyone?

This is the first in a two-part series featuring a conversation with three secondary educators on how AI is reshaping classroom practice.Dennis and Kristina, co-authors of AI in the Writing Workshop, join Marilyn, author of several Heinemann titles including her latest, 5 Questions for Any Text. Their collective thinking and writing dovetail beautifully to address this pivotal moment in education, as AI becomes an increasingly prevalent tool in classrooms.Together, they share how they're integrating AI with intention and transparency—from delaying its use early in the school year to modeling how to question and push back against AI-generated output.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today, you'll meet Tyler Moberg, a former teacher turned trainer in the powerful world of AI! He shares six leading AI platforms and when to use each for maximum school communication impact.Still think AI is here to take your job? Hear the powerful mindset shift that could change everything.Spot the “AI giveaway” in emails and posts, and learn how to polish AI content into your own authentic voice.What if just 10 minutes a day with AI could totally elevate your school comms game? It's possible, and Tyler explains how.SPECIAL GUESTTyler MobergAI Learning SpecialistAmplified Impact LLC, MinnesotaEmail: mobergtyler@gmail.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tyler-moberg-249570215/ Website: https://www.amplifiedimpact.solutions USEFUL INFORMATIONYou're invited to our Social Media for Schools Retreat - June 23-25, 2026. This year's focus includes AI and students as storytellers!Order your copy of my book Social Media for Schools: Proven Storytelling Strategies & Ideas to Celebrate Your Students & Staff - While Keeping Your Sanity now!Interested in our membership program? Learn more here: https://socialschool4edu.com/MORE RESOURCESFree Video Training: Learn the simple secrets behind social media for K12 schools!Sign up for our free e-newsletter - click herewww.SocialSchool4EDU.com

Nearly a year ago, Dr. Kelly Hastings interviewed Jethro on this show to talk about Saboteurs. It's high time we get her on the show to talk about her work. SCALE Framework:Set the vision and team with clarity and purposeCreate the script that drives aligned, actionable changeAct and communicate effectively with your entire communityLearn, listen, and linger to build momentum and avoid burnoutEmpower and elevate your team so the work lasts beyond one leader or school yearYou can't always make a vision happen in a single year. Principals must set the vision, but they can't do it alone. Smallest possible action, aligned with what we are already doingCommunicate with everyone about how they can support the initiative. The power of “Shadow a Student”Teaching teachers how to be leaders - so powerful. Power of Permission - How to change mindsets - Vertical DevelopmentHow to be a transformative principal? Listen to what your good teachers are saying. Dr. Kelly Hastings brings over 28 years of dedicated service to public education, most recently as a middle school principal. Since retiring from her role in public schools, she has continued to impact the field by coaching and supporting school leaders in implementation and leadership development. Dr. Hastings is married and the proud mother of four children and grandmother to four grandchildren, ranging in age from 8 to 16. Living nearby, she delights in cheering them on in their many activities—from baseball and dance to taekwondo and more. Join her facebook group. Get her book: Leading Change that Lasts LinkedLeaders: You need support. Get just-in-time mentoring at LinkedLeaders.comWe'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

Anchor Chat #23: What's Your Tier 1 Reality?In this episode of Anchor Chats, Dr. Woods reflects on What's Your Tier 1 Reality?, examining the importance of understanding and strengthening core instruction. He challenges educators to evaluate the effectiveness of their Tier 1 practices, ensuring they meet the needs of all students before relying on interventions. Dr. Woods emphasizes that strong Tier 1 instruction is the foundation of academic success.

Educators who are in their second decade in the profession are facing burnout at alarming rates - 66% report that they're considering leaving their careers. Many feel that their needs as experienced professionals aren't being met and their voices aren't being heard. Building off the success of OEA's Ohio's New Educators program, which serves educators in the first ten years of their careers, a new pilot program has been launched to support mid-career educators specifically. Tonya Horn and Jovita Wade have been driving much of the new Mid-Career Educators cadre work, and join us for this episode to share what they've been hearing from other mid-career educators about why this kind of support is so important. MID-CAREER EDUCATORS WANTED | If you would like to get involved in the new Mid-Career Educators cadre, you can connect with Tonya by email at hornt@oeaone.org and you can reach Jovita by email at wadej@oeaone.org. You can also learn more about the Ohio's New Educators department, under which the Mid-Career pilot program is being organized, here. SHARE YOUR FEEDBACK | If you'd like to share your thoughts on the Public Education Matters podcast, including your ideas for what you'd like to hear on future episodes, please email educationmatters@ohea.org.SUBSCRIBE | Click here to subscribe to Public Education Matters on Apple Podcasts or click here to listen on Spotify so you don't miss a thing. You can also find Public Education Matters on many other platforms. Click here for some of those links so you can listen anywhere. And don't forget you can listen to all of the previous episodes anytime on your favorite podcast platform, or by clicking here.Featured Public Education Matters guests: Jovita Wade, Fairborn Education Association memberJovita Wade is an intervention specialist in Fairborn City Schools, currently working with high school students. She serves on the Western Ohio Education Association Board of Directors and is a Professional Efficacy Committee member. Jovita began her education career as a school secretary before becoming a teacher, having attained a Masters of Exceptionalities degree. She has been serving as a ONE Member Organizer and now has joined the Mid-Career Organizers Cadre. Tonya Horn, Green Local Association of Support Staff memberTonya Horn is in her 19th year as a paraeducator, working at Green Local Schools Middle School. She has served on the Northeast Ohio Education Association Board of Directors as well as the Ohio Education Association Board of Directors. Tonya is also a NEA Lead Member Organizer. Her work with Ohio's New Educators has now grown to include serving as a ONE Mid-Career Member Organizer.Connect with OEA:Email educationmatters@ohea.org with your feedback or ideas for future Public Education Matters topicsLike OEA on FacebookFollow OEA on TwitterFollow OEA on InstagramGet the latest news and statements from OEA hereLearn more about where OEA stands on the issues Keep up to date on the legislation affecting Ohio public schools and educators with OEA's Legislative WatchAbout us:The Ohio Education Association represents nearly 120,000 teachers, faculty members and support professionals who work in Ohio's schools, colleges, and universities to help improve public education and the lives of Ohio's children. OEA members provide professional services to benefit students, schools, and the public in virtually every position needed to run Ohio's schools.Public Education Matters host Katie Olmsted serves as Media Relations Consultant for the Ohio Education Association. She joined OEA in May 2020, after a ten-year career as an Emmy Award-winning television reporter, anchor, and producer. Katie comes from a family of educators and is passionate about telling educators' stories and advocating for Ohio's students. She lives in Central Ohio with her husband and two young children. This episode was recorded on July 10, 2025.

Throwback Thursday! Is Financial Literacy Working?Originally Released On: 7-15-2022This week, we're revisiting one of our timeless episodes from Leading Out The Woods! In this episode:✅ Dr. Thomas shares how we should conceptualize financial literacy.✅ Dr. Thomas discusses barriers students and families routinely encounter when learning about financial literacy.Whether you're hearing it for the first time or revisiting a classic, this conversation is packed with insights that still resonate today. Don't forget to check back every Thursday for more Throwback episodes!

The girls chat about their journey towards egot status, why humans enjoy watching car crashes, and...the devil. Our Sleep Album: https://open.spotify.com/album/2nx1nVXFkszGMSFQUEDVHX?si=5pM5_vHHRuiUaRYEGFV9mQ https://music.apple.com/us/album/are-we-still-sleeping/1834178613 https://youtu.be/nU15fZKGiSI?si=gCCbRze4AYY2A911  See why more than 3 million families have chosen K12 to empower their students Go to https://K12.com/STILLFRIENDS today to learn more  Stop putting off those doctors appointments and go to https://zocdoc.com/STILL to find and instantly book a top-rated doctor today. Bonus Episodes at https://tmgstudios.tv or  join our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/AWSFPOD Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/awsfpod/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@awsfpod ALEENA: https://www.instagram.com/itsaleeena SARAH: https://www.instagram.com/sarahhh_meyerrr/ Chapters: 0:00 egot people 4:55 what is in season 9:56 savory pies 16:29 k12 powered schools 17:39 zocodc  19:05 placating the devil 27:18 a scared mother 30:10 embarrassing torque 35:55 fake yawn 37:59 charlie sheen's documentary 41:22 feeling isolated 47:11 car crashes 48:11 ollie's shit-a-thon 51:44 join us In bonus! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Teaser:I've been having a lot of conversations with APs and other leaders recently and one of the common themes is how overwhelming the work is right now and how hard it can be to invest in self-care. Mara and I discussed some self-care strategies a couple weeks ago in episode 271. One thing we did not talk about is how to unplug from the day so your time away form work is… well, time away from work. We are going to get technical and discuss specific strategies and habits you can adopt to increase the likelihood that you can leave your work behind. There are a couple caveats to this: For many of you, there are job responsibilities you have in the evening (subs and buses) – and we will look at how to work from home in the healthiest way possible next week. The other caveat is these techniques are helpful but they are not a panacea. We'll touch a bit more on that as we dive into the show.Sponsor Spot 1:I'd like to thank Kaleidoscope Adventures for sponsoring today's show. If you or your teachers have been thinking about planning a student trip, but don't really know where to start, Kaleidoscope Adventures has you covered!Kaleidoscope Adventures has been planning exceptional educational travel for more than 30 years. They understand the unique needs of student groups and will handle all the details from start to finish – so you can enjoy the experience! If you still need some help getting the ball rolling, check out their great e-resources including The Ultimate Guide to Planning Student Travel, The Ultimate How-To Guide for International High School Travel, AND The Ultimate Financial Guide for Your Student Trip. These are all FREE and packed with helpful tips and advice like how to get your parents on board, funding your trip, picking chaperones, and more.Connect with Kaleidoscope Adventures at mykatrip.com for your free copy or to talk with a pro planner.Kaleidoscope Adventures is travel beyond expectations!Show IntroCelebrations:Mara is getting married! (wish her well at mara@frederickbuskey.com or marabuskeyllc@gmail.com)Key Points Part 1Let's not sugar coat things – it's hard right nowThings probably aren't going to get much better in the near futureBurnout is an organizational problem (See also Helen Kelly in episodes 141 and 182)That said, there are things we can do to make it “suck less.”Today: transition home, next week: how to protect home time when you must work from homeOpening with encouragement to do 5mc (it is about reclaiming purpose and being able to say, today, I moved my school forward)Simple and fastGets you critical insightsBuilds relationshipsBuilds teacher capacitySponsor Spot 2:I want to thank IXL for sponsoring this podcast…Everyone talks about the power of data-driven instruction. But what does that actually look like? Look no further than IXL, the ultimate online learning and teaching platform for K to 12. IXL gives you meaningful insights that drive real progress, and research can prove it. Studies across 45 states show that schools who use IXL outperform other schools on state tests. Educators who use IXL love that they can easily see how their school is performing in real-time to make better instructional decisions. And IXL doesn't stop at just data. IXL also brings an entire ecosystem of resources for your teachers, with a complete curriculum, personalized learning plans, and so much more. It's no wonder that IXL is used in 95 of the top 100 school districts. Ready to join them? Visit http://ixl.com/assistant to get started.Key Points Part 2Begin with these three reflective questions:If burnout is an organizational problem, what's the problem?Imagine 10-20 years into the future. If you keep working the way you are now, and your self-care habits remain the same, what word(s) pop into your head?If you were out for three months, what would happen at work?A leading cause of fatigue and burnout is the inability to leave your work at work. If you want to be successful - as a leader and a person/family member/friend - you must figure out how to leave your work behind. Yes, this is easier said than done (speaking from experience) but we can develop some practices to help.Key components:Concluding the work dayTransitioning to homeEntering home modeConcluding the work dayReflect on the day, including identifying:Regrets and missed opportunitiesWins and celebrationsIf there is a serious issue that will be difficult to let go of, journal about it and do as much processing as you can. When you close the journal, close your mind. Also, do your journaling in a personal notebook you take home with you, not on a work-owned computer. When the issue intrudes on your thoughts at home, acknowledge and let it go.Identify the three most important priorities for the next day and time block them on your calendar.Transitioning to homeBe intentional about what you do with the trip home.You can use this as reflection time or professional learning (podcasts), but that undermines your transition. It is better to listen to professional podcasts on the way to work (that's why we release at 6 am instead of 3 pm) and listen to music or something that grounds you in your non-professional life on your way home.Entering Home ModeAs soon as you get home, change into casual non-work clothesCreate a specific routine to signal yourself that you are home, such as:Spend time checking in with a loved one (including pets)Imbibe your favorite food or beverage and do something relaxingExercise (consider stopping at a park to walk on your way home – even for five minutes. One step – literally- better than nothing; drive straight to the gym, do not pass Go, do not collect $200

In the third installment of our three-part series, Jen Serravallo shares how her work in The Reading Strategies Book 2.0 empowers educators to deliver differentiated reading instruction. This episode focuses on using student data, lesson objectives, and skill progressions to select targeted reading strategies that support diverse learners.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sara Schneider from CSCOE spills the secrets behind her "Marketing Minute" video series—and how it's inspiring 151 Catholic schools to show up online with confidence.You'll love the exact tools Sara uses to make school videos pop—think mic, light, and magic for under $100!Worried about being on camera? Sara shares real-talk advice on ditching perfection and just showing up.Get ready to steal some seriously smart ideas for launching your own series—even if you've never hit ‘record' before.SPECIAL GUESTSara SchneiderAssociate Director of EnrollmentCatholic Schools Center of Excellence (CSCOE), MinnesotaEmail: saraschneider@cscoe-mn.org Website: https://cscoe-mn.org/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CSCOE Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cscoe_mn X: https://x.com/CSCOE_MN LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/catholic-schools-center-of-excellence/ USEFUL INFORMATIONLinks to Mic and Light for videosSara's personal favorite mic

Naphtali Hoff is an executive coach, organizational consultant, trainer, writer & speaker.How to come back from making a mistake.Think big picture.If you don't create the right foundation, then you will spend far less time helping kids thanWhen elephants fight, it's the grass that gets trampled. - Rick LavoieWhere you can support the visionEverything flows from the foundation.We make decisions based on the emotional connection.Trust shields you from other problems.How to be a transformative principal? Continue to invest in yourself. You can't give what you don't have.

As the 2025 Annual Leadership Conference approaches, we're excited to share a conversation with one of our keynote speakers who will be joining us in Traverse City. In this episode, leadership consultant and author George Couros discusses practical ways to foster innovative mindsets in public education—and how to bring everyone along on the journey.

Episode 233 discusses the newest tensions between AI and schools: teenagers using AI companions and alarming incidents tied to platforms like Character.ai that have drawn federal attention. Josh talks about his student MFA pilot using Clever, how onboarding works (and how MFA can be network-aware to reduce classroom friction), and using student-led help desks to test the rollout. The guys discuss a post from Jay on K12TechPro asking about IT leadership background (educators and non‑educators in K12 tech dept roles). The episode's guest is Peter Kaplan from Fortinet, an E‑Rate expert. He breaks down why E‑Rate matters, outlines the FCC's cybersecurity pilot (challenges with procurement, reporting, and evaluating success), and discusses gaps left by potential MS‑ISAC funding changes. He also highlights CISA's K12 resources and Fortinet's no‑cost cybersecurity awareness materials for schools. Our new Swag Store is OPEN - Buy some swag (tech dept gift boxes, shirts, hoodies...)!!! -------------------- NTP Managed Methods Arista VIZOR Fortinet -------------------- Join the K12TechPro Community (exclusively for K12 Tech professionals) Buy some swag (tech dept gift boxes, shirts, hoodies...)!!! Email us at k12techtalk@gmail.com OR our "professional" email addy is info@k12techtalkpodcast.com Call us at 314-329-0363 X @k12techtalkpod Facebook Visit our LinkedIn Music by Colt Ball Disclaimer: The views and work done by Josh, Chris, and Mark are solely their own and do not reflect the opinions or positions of sponsors or any respective employers or organizations associated with the guys. K12 Tech Talk itself does not endorse or validate the ideas, views, or statements expressed by Josh, Chris, and Mark's individual views and opinions are not representative of K12 Tech Talk. Furthermore, any references or mention of products, services, organizations, or individuals on K12 Tech Talk should not be considered as endorsements related to any employer or organization associated with the guys.

In the gripping second part of the Daniel Markel case we delve deeper into the intricate web of deceit surrounding the murder-for-hire plot. This episode focuses on the trials of the two masterminds behind the shocking crime: Charlie and Donna Adelson. Charlie Adelson's Trial: The episode begins with the conviction of Charlie Adelson. The state's case was built on compelling evidence, including audio recordings from a Miami restaurant where Charlie discussed killing a blackmailer or a police officer. The money trail connecting the Adelson family's dental practice to Katie Magbanua, the ex-girlfriend of the hitman, also played a crucial role. Charlie took the stand in his own defense, claiming he was being extorted by the hitmen. This defense was ultimately not believed by the jury, leading to his conviction for first-degree murder, conspiracy, and solicitation. Donna Adelson's Arrest and Trial: Just seven days after her son's conviction, the matriarch, Donna Adelson, was arrested at Miami International Airport as she and her husband, Harvey, were attempting to flee to Vietnam, a non-extradition country. Key evidence against her included monitored phone calls where she discussed fleeing the country and a recording where she was overheard mulling over extradition policies and reading text messages from her daughter, Wendi. During her trial, testimony from her fellow inmates revealed her attempts to orchestrate false testimony and her admission of her role in the murder. The verdict was unforgettable, as Donna gasped dramatically when she was found guilty of first-degree murder, conspiracy, and solicitation, becoming the fifth person convicted in Dan's murder. The Family's Web of Lies: The podcast also uncovers new details about the involvement of other family members. Wendi Adelson, Dan's ex-wife, testified under immunity but was confronted with her past inconsistencies about her knowledge of the murder plot. It was also revealed that Donna and Wendi had a deep knowledge of Dan's daily routine, and Wendi's ex-boyfriend testified that she once mentioned Charlie looking into a hitman for $15,000. Legacy and Justice: The episode concludes with the powerful impact of the case on Dan Markel's parents, Ruth and Phil Markel. Their advocacy led to a new law and a long-awaited reunion with their grandsons. Thank you to this week's sponsors! Join the more than 3 million families who have chosen K12, and empower your student to reach their full potential now. There is still time to enroll for this school year! Go to K12.com/MOMS today to find a tuition-free K12-Powered School near you and enroll now.  Boll & Branch makes upgrading your bed easier than ever with curated Bundles for a sanctuary of comfort. 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Availability and coverage vary by state and insurance plan.   Get new episodes a day early and ad free, plus chat episodes, at Patreon.com/momsandmysteriespodcast.    To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://www.advertisecast.com/MomsandMysteriesATrueCrimePodcast.    Check-out Moms and Mysteries to find links to our tiktok, youtube, twitter, instagram and more.  Sources: Dan Markel Murder Who Had Dan Markel Killed? January 17, 2018 New York Times Wedding Announcement February 26, 2006 Adelson flight to Vietnam lets state argue 'consciousness of guilt' in Markel murder, November 15, 2023 DAN MARKEL MURDER TRIAL: How we got here Katherine Magbanua sentenced to life in prison July 29, 2022 Katherine Magbanua found guilty of all charges in murder of Dan Markel May 30, 2022 Suspects in Markel murder case to be tried together June 20, 2018 Sigfredo Garcia found guilty, mistrial declared for Katherine Magbanua in Dan Markel's murder Charlie Adelson arrested on murder charges in connection to Dan Markel murder  April 21, 2022 Sigfredo Garcia gets life in prison for murder of Dan Markel Sept. 20, 2019 Dan Markel case: Family says justice 'partially served' with murder verdict and mistrial Oct 11, 2019 Florida dentist guilty of hiring hitman to kill brother-in-law Daniel Markel after custody fight with relative Nov 6, 2023 Charlie Adelson sentenced to life in murder for hire plot | CNN Dec 12, 2023 Katherine Magbanua, previously convicted, testifies on Day 3 of Charlie Adelson trial Oct. 30, 2023 Sigfredo Garcia Probable Cause Affidavit Charlie Adelson Appeal Markel, Adelson sparred up to the end  ‘Chilling' conversation takes center stage as Wendi's ex testifies in Donna Adelson murder trial (Jeff, June, testimonies) Dysfunctional family reunion: Kids against mom in Donna Adelson trial | Analysis (Rob and Wendi's testimonies) Donna Adelson arrested in Dan Markel murder after booking one-way plane tickets to Vietnam Friends recall Dan Markel https://www.justicefordan.com/post/remembering-danny-on-his-50th-birthday A law professor was stalked and killed by hit men. His former mother-in-law is now on trial for the 2014 contract killing | CNN Wendi Adelson says Donna Adelson 'micromanaged my life' | Court TV Charlie Adelson trashes ‘inbred' jurors in jail calls to his mom | Court TV FL v. Adelson: Dentist Mastermind Murder Trial | Court TV https://www.stevenbepstein.com/wendi-adelson-interview https://edca.1dca.org/DcaDocs/2019/4005/2019-4005_Brief_1043927_RC12202D20Transcript20Received.pdf How Police Tracked Down and Caught 2 Suspected Hit Men in FSU Professor Murder Case  https://www.abajournal.com/news/article/bump-operation-led-to-phone-calls-restaurant-meeting-jurors-told-in-trial-for-murder-of-law-prof-markel Phone call recordings and video evidence played in courtroom to wrap day 7 of Donna Adelson trial Motives, codewords, wiretaps, and persistence: Backstory of Charlie Adelson's arrest https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/2016/09/08/police-markels-ex-brother--law-looked-into-hitman/90093878/ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WVpGpA-Qbno Wendi Adelson's ex-boyfriend testifies about chilling hitman comment | Court TV Wendi Adelson says Donna Adelson 'micromanaged my life' | Court TV Donna and Adelson family net worth: 'Piles' of cash, millions in bank https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2-gyH8rXdIg ‘Spike in cash,' investigators following the money after Dan Markel's murder https://www.abajournal.com/news/article/judge_in_dan_markel_murder_case_approves_subpoena_for_breast_implant_paymen?utm_source=chatgpt.com#google_vignette Markel murder trial day 6: Retired, undercover FBI agent takes stand ​​Money was big focus on Day 6 of Dan Markel murder trial Prosecutor questions Florida dentist's claim he was extorted, not a murder-for-hire mastermind | AP News Wendi Adelson says she was surprised to learn Charlie knew Dan Markel's murderer all along Charlie Adelson testifies about gifts to co-conspirator, texts with mom in Dan Markel murder trial https://www.courttv.com/news/fl-v-donna-adelson-matriarch-mastermind-murder-trial/ Man is charged in death of law prof Dan Markel; case is reportedly investigated as murder for hire. New Suspect Arrested in 2014 Murder of Florida Professor Dan Markel - ABC News Markel, Adelson sparred up to the end See a timeline of key dates in the Dan Markel murder case Judge orders parents to appear for questioning as Charlie Adelson's trial approaches Charlie Adelson appeals conviction and life sentence for 2014 murder of Dan Markel https://www.courttv.com/news/charlie-adelson-transfers-to-south-dakota-prison/#google_vignette ‘It's not me:' Donna Adelson's plea in call to undercover agent wraps up marathon day of testimony State rests its case in Donna Adelson trial after witnesses who spent time with Donna in jail testify Donna Adelson's murder trial features her adult children, fellow inmates and an undercover FBI agent as witnesses | CNN Donna's emails (MUST READ) Ruth Markel talks about her search to find meaning after the murder of her son, Dan. https://ruthmarkel.com/ The Dan Markel Case: An Interview With Ruth Markel Wendi Adelson testifies in mother's murder trial Jury hears opening statements in trial of Florida matriarch charged in her ex-son-in-law's death Ruth Markel wins Victim/Survivor of the Year Award, for 'kind,' firm' advocacy, passage of Markel Act & more The Dan Markel Case: Video Of Wendi Adelson Reacting To His Death; Charlie Adelson Joking About Hiring A Hitman - Above the Law LIVE BLOG: ‘It will be up to y'all to decide,' Wendi Adelson testifies in brother's murder trial Ex-wife Wendi Adelson testifies under immunity in Dan Markel case PrawfsBlawg: Cubby Markel's Got a Name! Or two... or three. Was Wendi Adelson Involved in the Murder-for-Hire Plot of Her Ex-Husband? Inside Dan Markel's Killing — and Where She Is Now NEW! What Donna's Planner Says about Her Psyche & What She Was Doing to Prepare for Vietnam Donna Adelson Trial: Defense Witness Day 8 Jury asked to follow detailed communication records over Dan Markel's murder in Donna Adelson trial Markel Murder trial Day 5: Witness testimony focuses on Magbanua ‘I'm telling the truth, man': Luis Rivera testifies in Magbanua retrial Markel Trial Day 7: The bump, money drops, cash deposits and wiretaps https://www.facebook.com/reel/1548660449877864 Day 2 trial tick-tock: Wendi Adelson grilled as she testifies under immunity | Recap Day 1 of Markel Murder Trial: Witnesses called to the stand Defense rests its case in Katherine Magbanua retrial Defense rests its case in Katherine Magbanua retrial Day Four: Luis Rivera Says He Wouldn't Shoot Dan Markel In Front Of Kids | WFSU News Donna Adelson guilty as charged in murder for hire plot

Public education is not partisan, but it is political. What happens at the statehouse in Columbus makes a huge impact on what happens in our classrooms every day. That's why the OEA Ohio's New Educators (ONE) group is working to make sure educators have a seat at the table with lawmakers who are making education policy decisions. As ONE Member Organizer Alex Myers points out, the most effective conversations aren't always about policy specifics; they're about building constructive relationships and better understanding so lawmakers turn to educators for their input and stories.SUBSCRIBE | Click here to subscribe to Public Education Matters on Apple Podcasts or click here to listen on Spotify so you don't miss a thing. You can also find Public Education Matters on many other platforms. Click here for some of those links so you can listen anywhere. And don't forget you can listen to all of the previous episodes anytime on your favorite podcast platform, or by clicking here.THE POWER OF ONE | To learn more about the Ohio's New Educators group and how you can get involved with this group of educators in the first ten years of their careers, click here.SHARE YOUR FEEDBACK | If you'd like to share your thoughts on the Public Education Matters podcast, including your ideas for what you'd like to hear on future episodes, please email educationmatters@ohea.org.Featured Public Education Matters guest: Alex Myers, Marietta Education Association memberAlex Myers a Physical Education Teacher for grades K-2. He is in his 8th year as a Building Representative for the Marietta Education Association. In the past 3 years, he has has leaned into his passion for advocating for his fellow educators and students, while working to build relationships with my legislators locally and throughout the state of Ohio and Nationally. He enjoys spreading this passion and these opportunities with fellow educators and hope the practice can be less intimidating and more routine! Connect with OEA:Email educationmatters@ohea.org with your feedback or ideas for future Public Education Matters topicsLike OEA on FacebookFollow OEA on TwitterFollow OEA on InstagramGet the latest news and statements from OEA hereLearn more about where OEA stands on the issues Keep up to date on the legislation affecting Ohio public schools and educators with OEA's Legislative WatchAbout us:The Ohio Education Association represents nearly 120,000 teachers, faculty members and support professionals who work in Ohio's schools, colleges, and universities to help improve public education and the lives of Ohio's children. OEA members provide professional services to benefit students, schools, and the public in virtually every position needed to run Ohio's schools.Public Education Matters host Katie Olmsted serves as Media Relations Consultant for the Ohio Education Association. She joined OEA in May 2020, after a ten-year career as an Emmy Award-winning television reporter, anchor, and producer. Katie comes from a family of educators and is passionate about telling educators' stories and advocating for Ohio's students. She lives in Central Ohio with her husband and two young children. This episode was recorded on June 16, 2025.

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Tricia didn't plan to lead social media—she just raised her hand. Now she's making a huge impact! Her story proves that passion and heart can take you far, even when you're figuring things out as you go.No formal training? No problem. Hear how Tricia self-taught her way to success—with lots of sticky notes. If you've ever felt unqualified, her journey will remind you that curiosity and commitment go a long way.From overwhelm to confidence, Tricia shares how trial and error, along with a few Canva hacks, changed everything. She's honest about the struggles and the small wins that built her into the communicator she is today.You'll love her real talk on feedback, slowing down, and why it's OK not to have all the answers (yet). Tricia reminds us that giving ourselves grace is just as important as giving it to everyone else.SPECIAL GUESTTricia JohnsonSocial Media Content CreatorBlaine School District, WashingtonEmail: tjohnson@blainesd.org Website: https://www.blainesd.org Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/borderitepride Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blainesd503/ USEFUL INFORMATIONTricia's examples:Impact video post from mock car crashAlert post to community about distracted & impaired driving eventWant to contribute to our Honduras Well Projects 2026 mission team? #SocialSchool4EDU is sponsoring the installation of a well at a school. We need help sending our team to help with the project. Click here to contribute: https://venmo.com/u/Andrea-Gribble-1 Order your copy of my book Social Media for Schools: Proven Storytelling Strategies & Ideas to Celebrate Your Students & Staff - While Keeping Your Sanity now!Interested in our membership program? Learn more here: https://socialschool4edu.com/MORE RESOURCESFree Video Training: Learn the simple secrets behind social media for K12 schools!Sign up for our free e-newsletter - click herewww.SocialSchool4EDU.com

In this episode, Jethro and Danny continue their "Reject the Premise" series, a collaborative book-writing and podcast project. They discuss challenging traditional assumptions in education, focusing on reimagining school leadership, student development, and the real purpose of education.Links to Parts 1-3:Reject the Premise 1: Podcasts LinkReject the Premise 2: Podcast LinkReject the Premise 3: Eric Chagla Episode LinkedLeaders: You need support. Get just-in-time mentoring at LinkedLeaders.comWe'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

Episode #124 is up!  Check it out!!!Special Guest Rae Hughart, CEO and Founder of Teachers Deserve It, joins Dr. Woods on episode #124 of Leading Out The Woods to discuss her book Teachers Deserve It!, co-authored with Adam Welcome. In this episode, they explore the inspiration behind the book, the “why” that drives educators to teach, and how these powerful motivations often go unnoticed. Together, they highlight the importance of celebrating and uplifting the teaching profession.

We keep talking about AI in schools like it is either a miracle or a menace, and that either-or mindset steers us into two dead ends. One path hands the wheel to the tool and mistakes novelty for real learning. The other path locks everything... The post Rethinking How We Use AI for Writing appeared first on Spencer Education.

This episode was SO fun. Vanessa Lavorato has been dubbed The Martha Stewart Of Weed and if you listen to this episode it is obvious why. She is an absolute cannabis expert, chocolatier, and author of the most fun cookbook to teach us all how to cook with cannabis in a modern, delicious, and responsible way. Vanessa shares her personal journey with cannabis, from an early curiosity to building a career around edibles that are as joyful and delicious as they are approachable. We talk about everything from how to find your perfect dose to her most memorable edible mishaps. She breaks down the difference between eating weed vs smoking weed vs drinking weed, her favorite beginner friendly low-dose recipes (think meatballs and cereal milk milkshakes), and what it really takes to have the best time with cannabis without going overboard. We get into the bigger picture of how the stigma is changing and of course, she answers some rapid fire questions about her Bong Appetit days, favorite snacks, and the edible mistakes she'll never make again. Thank you so much Vanessa! This episode is brought to you by HART Jewelry, Magic Spoon, The RealReal, Lola Blankets, and K12 Education. You choose your chain, you choose your charms, and you create a piece that feels like you. Visit shophart.com and use code WITHWHIT15 for 15% off your first purchase.Magic Spoon has completely reinvented cereal and treats, giving us the delicious flavors we grew up on, but with a major upgrade. Get $5 off your next order at MagicSpoon.com/WITHWHIT or look for Magic Spoon on Amazon or in your nearest grocery store.The RealReal is the world's largest and most trusted resource for authenticated luxury resale. With thousands of new arrivals daily, no one does resale like The RealReal. And now, get $25 off your first purchase when you go to therealreal.com/whitI'm so happy to be a Lola Blanket person. For a limited time, our listeners are getting a huge 35% off their entire order at LolaBlankets.com by using code WITHWHIT at checkout.Go to K12.com/WITHWHIT today to find a tuition-free K12-Powered School near you and enroll nowPlease note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.Produced by Dear Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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In today's episode developmental psychologist and temperament expert Dr. Corley Perez-Edgar joins us to talk all about temperament. We dive into the science of temperament—how it develops in early childhood, how it shapes the way kids experience the world, and what it means for parenting. We cover the biological basis of temperament, the difference between shyness and social anxiety, and how parents can support children's unique traits without trying to “fix” them. We also discuss new research on parent-child synchrony and what it reveals about how children borrow regulation from their caregivers.I WROTE MY FIRST BOOK! Order your copy of The Five Principles of Parenting: Your Essential Guide to Raising Good Humans Here: https://bit.ly/3rMLMsLSubscribe to my free newsletter for parenting tips delivered straight to your inbox: draliza.substack.com Follow me on Instagram for more:@raisinggoodhumanspodcast Sponsors:Great Wolf Lodge: Book your stay today at GreatWolf.com and strengthen the pack!K12: Go to K12.com/HUMANS today to find a tuition-free K12- Powered School near you and enroll nowResposibility.org: Visit Asklistenlearn.org/mentalhealth to view the materials todayOlly: Shop at OLLY.com or retailers nationwide.Life's too vivid to see it any other way than vibrant and clear. Get VisionMD now at 1MD.org, use code HUMANS, and start seeing the changes with 15% off your first bottle.Wayfair: Head to Wayfair.com right now to explore a HUGE outdoor selectionPlease note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.Produced by Dear Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

While Coffee Convos is still in recovery and vacation mode, let's listen back to an episode where Kail crapped herself and Lindsie dreamed of her owned kidnapping!CC409: In today's Comfy Convos, things get wild! Kail has another urgent bathroom emergency that involves a locked porta-potty and Lindsie shares a crazy kidnapping dream that leaves them feeling uneasy. Kail also talks about a recent chicken incident with a neighbor and explains how she's been managing her egg stand. Lindsie explains the sleepmaxing trend, they read some AITAs and Kail is surprised to hear that 40+yr olds are giving birth more than teens these days. And of course, there's a Foul Play story involving a VERY unfortunate porta-potty incident at the Houston Rodeo.Thank you to our sponsors!GoPure Beauty: Get 25% Off @goPure with code Coffee at https://www.gopurebeauty.com/Coffee #goPurepodProgressive: Visit Progressive.com to learn moreRocket Money: Manage your expenses the easy way by going to RocketMoney.com/COFFEECONVOSSKIMS: Check out the Fits Everybody Collection at https://www.skims.com/coffee #skimspartnerStride K-12: Go to K12.com/COFFEECONVOS today to find a tuition-free K12-powered school near youSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Mike chats with Dr. Sheree Utash, Ed.D., president of WSU Tech and a national leader in workforce education. They talk about how she reinvented a community college into a national model for workforce development, her role in taking Mike's S.W.E.A.T. Pledge and shaping it into the mikeroweWORKS curriculum, and why she believes skilled trades are key to America's future. It's a perfect pre-Labor Day discussion. Today's episode is sponsored by ZipRecruiter.com/Rowe to post a job for FREE. PureTalk.com/Rowe Save 50% off your first month! K12.com/Rowe Find a tuition-free K12-powered school near you. BuildSubmarines.com Explore available careers!

Alfred Loewenstein was one of the richest men in the world, known as the “Mystery Man of Europe.” But during a routine flight across the English Channel, he vanished from his own plane in mid-air. Was it an accident, suicide, or a calculated murder? Nearly a century later, his death remains one of aviation's strangest unsolved mysteries. This week, we're unraveling the rise, fall, and lingering questions surrounding the man who fell from the sky. Thank you to this week's sponsors! Go to K12.com/MOMS today to find a tuition-free K12-Powered School near you and enroll now.  Check-out bonus episodes up on Spotify and Apple podcast now! Get new episodes a day early and ad free, plus chat episodes, at Patreon.com/momsandmysteriespodcast .    To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://www.advertisecast.com/MomsandMysteriesATrueCrimePodcast.    Listen and subscribe to Melissa's other podcast, Criminality!! It's the podcast for those who love reality TV, true crime, and want to hear all the juicy stories where the two genres intersect. Subscribe and listen here: www.pod.link/criminality    Check-out Moms and Mysteries to find links to our tiktok, youtube, twitter, instagram and more.  Sources:  https://www.nytimes.com/1928/07/05/archives/captalowenstein-falls-from-plane-drowning-in-sea-belgian-financier.html  https://www.nytimes.com/1928/07/06/archives/lowensteins-tragic-end-shakes-europes-markets-suicide-theory-is.html https://www.nytimes.com/1928/07/09/archives/loewenstein-dead-his-family-say-issue-statement-expressing.html   https://www.nytimes.com/1928/07/13/archives/test-door-of-plane-loewenstein-used-british-officials-doubt-he.html  https://www.nytimes.com/1928/07/20/archives/loewensteins-body-found-in-channel-it-is-picked-up-off-cape-gris.html  https://www.nytimes.com/1928/08/15/archives/toxic-poison-found-in-loewensteins-body-but-could-be-medicine-that.html  https://www.nytimes.com/1928/09/11/archives/loewensteins-death-found-due-to-accident-doctors-report-no-trace-of.html  https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/200928884/magdelain_h%C3%A9l%C3%A8ne_berthe_marie-loewenstein  https://www.newspapers.com/image/746534708/?terms=%22Alfred%20Loewenstein%22  https://www.newspapers.com/image/940912005/?match=1&terms=%22Alfred%20Loewenstein%22  https://www.newspapers.com/image/1190168410/?match=1&terms=%22Alfred%20Loewenstein%22 https://www.newspapers.com/image/932010604/?match=1&terms=%22Alfred%20Loewenstein%22   https://www.newspapers.com/image/1191347817/?match=1&terms=%22Alfred%20Loewenstein%22  https://www.newspapers.com/image/719209081/?match=1&terms=%22alfred%20loewenstein%22  https://www.newspapers.com/image/911974971/?match=1&terms=%22alfred%20loewenstein%22  https://www.newspapers.com/image/836960649/?match=1&terms=%22alfred%20loewenstein%22  https://www.newspapers.com/image/801529256/?match=1&terms=%22alfred%20loewenstein%22  https://www.newspapers.com/image/801530147/?match=1&terms=%22alfred%20loewenstein%22  https://www.newspapers.com/image/761738613/?match=1&terms=%22alfred%20loewenstein%22  https://www.newspapers.com/image/634528689/?match=1&terms=%22Alfred%20Loewenstein%22  https://www.newspapers.com/image/974078005/?match=1&terms=%22Alfred%20Loewenstein%22  https://www.newspapers.com/image/572847394/?match=1&terms=%22Alfred%20Loewenstein%22  https://www.newspapers.com/image/768555408/?match=1&terms=%22Alfred%20Loewenstein%22  https://www.newspapers.com/image/354933518/?match=1&terms=%22Alfred%20Loewenstein%22  https://www.newspapers.com/image/1172007874/?match=1&terms=%22Alfred%20Loewenstein%22  https://www.newspapers.com/image/930201601/?match=1&terms=%22Alfred%20Loewenstein%22  https://www.newspapers.com/image/1042436272/?match=1&terms=%22Alfred%20Loewenstein%22 https://www.newspapers.com/image/1010001528/?match=1&terms=%22Alfred%20Loewenstein%22  https://www.newspapers.com/image/1148664661/?match=1&terms=%22Alfred%20Loewenstein%22  https://www.newspapers.com/image/1039058541/?match=1&terms=%22Alfred%20Loewenstein%22  https://www.newspapers.com/image/419571625/?match=1&terms=%22Alfred%20Loewenstein%22   https://www.newspapers.com/image/753529403/?match=1&terms=%22Alfred%20Loewenstein%22  https://www.newspapers.com/image/990511553/?match=1&terms=%22Alfred%20Loewenstein%22  https://www.newspapers.com/image/1144893826/?match=1&terms=%22Alfred%20Loewenstein%22  https://www.newspapers.com/image/931955619/?match=1&terms=%22Alfred%20Loewenstein%22  https://www.newspapers.com/image/1108415030/?match=1&terms=%22Alfred%20Loewenstein%22  https://www.newspapers.com/image/925130544/?match=1&terms=%22Alfred%20Loewenstein%22  https://www.newspapers.com/image/1118698081/?match=1&terms=%22Alfred%20Loewenstein%22  https://www.newspapers.com/image/934398023/?match=1&terms=%22Alfred%20Loewenstein%22  https://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/b0495dsf     

Ever accidentally turn your hot tub into a swamp? Lindsie and Kristen tackle the serious side of relationships, from red flags and love bombing to the realities of co-parenting. Also, a fashion influencer's close call and a very memorable recycled relationship experience in a pastor's basement!Thank you to our sponsors!Branch Basics: Get 15% off Branch Basics with the code Coffee at https://branchbasics.com/Coffee #branchbasicspodFrankie4: Head to US.FRANKIE4.COM and use the code COFFEE at checkout.GoPure Beauty: Get 25% Off @goPure with code Coffee at https://www.gopurebeauty.com/Coffee #goPurepodHoney Love: Save 20% off Honeylove by going to honeylove.com/Coffee!Rocket Money: Cancel unwanted subscriptions by going to RocketMoney.com/COFFEECONVOSStride K-12: Go to K12.com/COFFEECONVOS today to find a tuition-free K12-powered school near youSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Tommy Mello founded A1 Garage Door Service—a 100 million-plus-dollar business. Tommy shares how he went from reselling Bowflex, cleaning pools, and painting garage doors to building one of the largest home service companies in the country. He talks about the hustle, the screw-ups, and the systems that helped him scale, including his no-nonsense approach to hiring and promoting based on performance, not resumes. It's a real conversation about work ethic, taking ownership, and why a broken garage door—and a strong dose of meritocracy—can open a lot more than just your garage. Big thanks to our terrific sponsors AuraFrames.com/Mike Use code Mike to get $35 off their best-selling Carver Mat frame. K12.com/Rowe Find a tuition-free K12-powered school near you. American-Giant.com/MIKE Use code MIKE to get 20% off your order. NetSuite.com/Mike Download the CFO's Guide to AI and Machine Learning.