Podcasts about National Louis University

Kellie KennedyExecutive Vice President, Strategic Earned MarketingFor Kellie, creating compelling marketing strategies starts with engaging in proper design principles. Much like her personal affinity for interior decor, Kellie carefully weaves a combination of strategic marketing, PR and media relations experience to piece together comprehensive campaigns that satisfy clients and their audiences alike.With a 20+ year background in marketing and communications with a focus on healthcare and financial services, Kellie employs a style rooted in close client relationships — some of which have spanned decades — while also emphasizing collaboration, brand awareness, problem-solving and deep research to stay ahead of industry trends and drive businesses forward. Following an insights-driven approach, she incorporates competitive analysis learnings to tailor solutions for corporate communications and C-suite clients — all while paying close attention to achieving KPIs. At the Harbinger Group, she draws upon her wealth of experience to manage multiple accounts and provide sage marketing leadership. Among the clients she's architected communications campaigns through the years include RevSpring, Illinois Biotechnology Innovation Organization, GTCR, First Command, The Habitat Company, Golden Apple, National Louis University and The Federal Savings Bank.Prior to her work with The Harbinger Group, Kellie was a marketing communications consultant with Northwestern Memorial Hospital and Hill & Knowlton.When she's not working hand-in-hand with clients to exceed communications goals, Kellie enjoys spending time with her three children and husband, as well as with her affectionate Goldendoodle, Teddy Kennedy. Kellie earned a BA in political science from the University of Michigan.Hubspot editorial templates Thank you for listening to "Can You Hear Me?". If you enjoyed our show, please consider subscribing and leaving a review on your favorite podcast platform.Stay connected with us:Follow us on LinkedIn!Follow our co-host Eileen Rochford on Linkedin!Follow our co-host Rob Johnson on Linkedin!

Kathleen Steffey is the CEO and Founder of Naviga Recruiting & Executive Search, specializing in executive, sales, marketing, and operations talent acquisition across North America​. With over 23 years of leadership at Naviga, she has extensive experience in direct hiring, executive search, and recruiting process outsourcing​. Previously, she held corporate recruiting roles at Daleen Technologies, U.S. Cellular, and Westell Technologies, and holds an MS in Business Leadership from National Louis University​.The Riderflex Podcast, hosted by Steve Urban, features insightful interviews with entrepreneurs, business owners, and executives from various industries. With over 400 episodes, the podcast offers listeners inspiring stories of success, leadership, and personal growth. Steve Urban, as Founder & CEO of Riderflex, brings his extensive experience in recruitment and business consulting to the conversations, providing valuable career and leadership advice. Guests often share their journeys, challenges, and lessons learned, making it a must-listen for aspiring entrepreneurs and professionals looking to gain practical insights into business and personal development.Learn more about Steve Urban here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevepurban/steve.urban@riderflex.com

Fifth Day of CraftLit (2024) All of CraftLit's Christmas episodes can be found at LINK TO DAY 1 of the Twelve Days of CraftLit— VIDEO: AUDIO ONLY: If you missed the other days, here's a quick directory: DAY 1: DAY 2: DAY 3: DAY 4: DAY FIVE The Snow Man (1902) By: Alfred B. Cooper (1863 - 1936) - From: eText: (interactive) Read by: Garth Burton -   Yes Virginia... (1897) By: Francis P. Church - From: eText: Read by: 2Bears - (September 1, 1849 – October 31, 1927) was an American educator. She was the founder and first president of what is today National Louis University.[1] Harrison was a pioneer in creating professional standards for early childhood teachers and in promoting early childhood education. Read by: Heather Ordover (15 March 1791–9 March 1873) was an English publisher, editor and author. The son of a bookseller and printer at Windsor, he was apprenticed to his father. On completion of his indentures he took up journalism and had an interest in several newspaper speculations, including the Windsor, Slough and Eton Express. from Household Words > Volume II > Page 300 December 21, 1850 (to “turn the page”, look in the upper right for the ‘previous page' ‘next page') The Truce of God (1920) By: Mary Roberts Rinehart - From: eText: Read by: Mary Ann Spiegel - _____ Digital Premium Audiobook Shop:  CraftLit's Socials Find everything here:  Join the newsletter:  Podcast site: http://craftlit.com Facebook:  Facebook group:  Pinterest:  TikTok podcast:  Spooky Narration:  Email: heather@craftlit.com Call and share your thoughts! 1-206-350-1642 SUPPORT THE SHOW! CraftLit App Premium feed  (only one tier available) PATREON:  (all tiers, below) Walter Harright - $5/mo for the same audio as on App Jane Eyre - $10/mo for even-month Book Parties Mina Harker - $15/mo for odd-month Watch Parties All tiers and benefits are also available as —YouTube Channel Memberships —Ko-Fi NEW at CraftLit.com — *Premium SITE Membership*  (identical to Patreon except more of your support goes to the CraftLit Team) If you want to join us for a particular Book or Watch Party but you don't want to subscribe, please use  or CraftLit @ Venmo and include what you want to attend in the message field. Please give us at least 24 hours to get your message and add you to the attendee list. Download the FREE CraftLit App for iOS or Android (you can call or email feedback straight from within the app) Call 1-206-350-1642

Tom Webb, DBA is the co-founder and managing partner of CareKate, LLC, a firm focused on supporting those who support the health of an aging loved one. Tom's extensive background in healthcare, engineering, and business informs his unique perspective on healthcare consumerism and the future of AI in healthcare. Tom also serves as Adjunct Faculty at Rush University and National Louis University, teaching courses on data management, statistics for business data analytics, and healthcare quality. His academic research focuses on healthcare quality measurement and price transparency. Tom held various roles at Rush University Medical Center, including AVP - Quality Analytics, Manager – Clinical Resource Management, and Performance Improvement Consultant. His experience spans over a decade in the chemical and food industries, where he focused on engineering products and processes, including automotive paints, biocide plastic additives, and liquid sweeteners. Tom's diverse expertise positions him to offer valuable insights into the intersection of technology and healthcare. He holds a DBA with a focus in Data Analytics from Grand Canyon University, an MBA from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business, and a BS in Chemical Engineering from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.Link to claim CME credit: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/3DXCFW3CME credit is available for up to 3 years after the stated release dateContact CEOD@bmhcc.org if you have any questions about claiming credit.

In this episode of our Educator Well-Being series, the hosts are joined by Milton Collins, principal of Lincoln Elementary in the Granite School District in the Salt Lake City region of Utah. Milton is having tremendous success in his school from students’ academic success to teacher happiness, thriving, and retention. He credits "leading from the heart" for this success, and in this episode, he shares his passion for the profession as a principal who is caring for the teachers – so the teachers can care for the students.   About Milton Collins A native of Charleston, Miss., Milton attended Rust College in Holly Springs, Miss., on a four-year basketball scholarship and graduated with a degree in education. He then moved to Kankakee, Ill., where he started his teaching career as a third-grade teacher at Lorenzo Smith School in Hopkins Park, Ill. Milton went back to school and received a master’s degree in educational leadership from National Louis University in Evanston, Ill. He then held principal positions in school districts in Wisconsin and Arizona before relocating to Utah and serving as principal at Lincoln Elementary School in the Granite School District. WGU Website: https://www.wgu.edu/about/governance/teachers-college/educator-well-being-from-principles-to-practice-podcast.html# Youtube: https://youtu.be/0CV0CpicXYY?si=FzkE0kkFj9MGzM4Y

In Episode 67, Ana Maria Soto teaches us about advocacy in education and the challenges with access to higher education for immigrant parents and their children. We discuss some of the tools for navigating the education system as well as tools for parenting in the United States, including tools for assisting with the generational and cultural divide. The conversation then transitions to entrepreneurship and how she tailored her passion for advocacy in education into a business that can help families beyond her community. Ana Maria Soto is deeply committed to empowering parents and children to pursue their aspirations, particularly in higher education. Renowned for her dynamic presentations, Ana Maria delivers bilingual training sessions in Spanish and English, focusing on social-emotional learning and the path to college success. Currently serving as a director at Miami Dade College, Ana Maria has cultivated an extensive career dedicated to educational advancement. At New Futuro, she pioneered a comprehensive workshop series, equipping participants with detailed guidance on college preparation, application processes, and financial strategies. Ana Maria's impact extends beyond workshops; she has fostered multicultural programming, provided mentorship, and facilitated opportunities for Latino students at National Louis University and Columbia College Chicago. You can learn more about New Futuro at https://www.facebook.com/EducateLatina/. Beyond academia, Ana Maria holds executive leadership positions on the boards of Erie Family Health Clinics and Instituto Health Sciences Career Academy in Chicago. Her academic journey includes a Bachelor's degree from the University of the South, a Master's from Universidad Complutense in Madrid, Spain, and an MBA from National-Louis University. Recognized for her leadership, Ana Maria was honored as a National Hispana Leadership Institute Fellow in 2004. In her leisure time, Ana Maria indulges in her passions for photography, cooking, technology, and social media, reflecting her multifaceted interests and vibrant spirit.

In this episode we discuss navigating non-invasive prenatal screening, also known as non-invasive prenatal testing, by reviewing two articles covering genetic counseling insights, informed consent challenges, and inclusive practices. You can find the Journal of Genetic Counseling webpage via onlinelibrary.wiley.com or via the National Society of Genetic Counselors website.    Segment 1 “Genetic counseling for fetal sex prediction by NIPT: Challenges and opportunities”   Chelsea Stevens is a clinical and research genetic counselor in the cardiovascular genetics clinic at Brigham and Women's Hospital. She has been working at BWH since 2022 and works primarily on projects aimed to understand genotype/phenotype relationships in cardiomyopathies. The publication we will be discussing today is the result of Chelsea's capstone project during her genetic counseling graduate education at the MGH Institute of Health Professions. She is from Connecticut and has been living in Boston for the past 6 years and loves working in a city with a strong genetic counseling network.   Courtney Studwell  is a laboratory genetic counselor in the Center for Advanced Molecular Diagnostics (CAMD) at Brigham and Women's Hospital. In the cytogenetics laboratory, Courtney serves as a liaison to clinical providers ordering genetic testing and helps to implement updated testing protocols that reflect patient needs and the evolving landscape of genetic testing technologies. In addition to working in the laboratory, Courtney also sees patients in the Center for Fetal Medicine and Reproductive Genetics at Brigham and Women's Hospital and is passionate about providing high-quality genetics care to patients at all stages of their reproductive process.   In this segment, we discuss: An overview of NIPS, its evolution and recommendations on utilizing it as a screening tool Insights into study participants' clinical practices and training regarding inclusive language for sex and gender Challenges and misconceptions faced by providers when offering NIPS Recommendations to address issues related to challenges and misconceptions   Segment 2 "What knowledge is required for an informed choice related to non-invasive prenatal screening?"   Jill Slamon is an Assistant Professor in Obstetrics and Gynecology in the Vanderbilt School of Medicine and the founding Assistant Program Director of the Vanderbilt University Master of Genetic Counseling Program. Jill has over 12 years of clinical experience in reproductive and prenatal genetic counseling with unique experiences in preconception counseling in the queer community. Her research interests focus on topics ranging from genetic counseling education and training, genetic counseling outcome measures, patient-reported outcome measures, and experiences of queer patients seeking preconception and prenatal care. Jill earned a Bachelor of Science from the Lyman Briggs College at Michigan State University. She then earned a Master of Art in Teaching from National Louis University and a Master of Science in Genetic Counseling from Northwestern University in Chicago, IL.   In this segment, we discuss: The challenges in informed consent and fetal sex prediction in NIPS Professional guidelines related to informed consent and NIPS The multidimensional measure of informed choice (MMIC) Impact on decisional conflict among patients offered NIPS   Would you like to nominate a JoGC article to be featured in the show? If so, please fill out this nomination submission form here. Multiple entries are encouraged including articles where you, your colleagues, or your friends are authors.   Stay tuned for the next new episode of DNA Dialogues! In the meantime, listen to all our episodes Apple Podcasts, Spotify, streaming on the website, or any other podcast player by searching, “DNA Dialogues”.    For more information about this episode visit dnadialogues.podbean.com, where you can also stream all episodes of the show. Check out the Journal of Genetic Counseling here for articles featured in this episode and others.    Any questions, episode ideas, guest pitches, or comments can be sent into DNADialoguesPodcast@gmail.com.    DNA Dialogues' team includes Jehannine Austin, Naomi Wagner, Khalida Liaquat, Kate Wilson and DNA Today's Kira Dineen. Our logo was designed by Ashlyn Enokian. 

Named America's go-to Leading LGBT+ Expert by The New York Times, ABC News, Yahoo!, and CNN, Dr. Kryss Shane LSW, LMSW (she/her) joins us for an important conversation on how leaders engage in their organizations to build an inclusive LGBT+ workplace. Dr. Kryss serves as the Director of the Social Work Program and Assistant Professor at Thomas University, as well as being a Lecturer at Columbia University and an Adjunct Professor at Fordham University, National Louis University, and National University. With over 25 years experience, Dr. Kryss is known for helping businesses address their unique Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion needs in an approachable, manageable and actionable way. In addition to her doctorate, she holds two master's degrees, and two licenses to practice mental healthcare. Also a successful author, she has written, Creating an LGBT+ Inclusive University: A Practical Resource Guide for Faculty and Administrators, which provides guidance for faculty and administrators of universities and colleges to become knowledgeable, capable, and able to make their campuses (including online campuses) more LGBT+ inclusive. She is also the author of Creating an LGBT+ Inclusive Workplace: The Practical Resource Guide for Business Leaders, which provides best practices and professional guidance for creating LGBT+ inclusive workplaces. Her writings have also appeared in the Journal of Nonprofit Education and Leadership, Huffington Post, International Council of Professors of Educational Leadership, The New Social Worker Magazine, and many more. Tune in on Wednesday, June 26 @ 6pm EST!

Often we look at communities which look broken and dysfunctional and we take them on as a problem to be solved. But long term change requires presence, love, and hope. In this conversation, Amy Williams, a hope dealer in Chicago talks about her experience living in a neighborhood with gang violence, visiting kids in jail, and doing youth ministry work for years. There is hope in the community and many of the solutions come from within that same community. We talk about the importance of listening to understand others, developing compassion, and finding identity and hope in God. So join us as we learn to see others like Jesus does – with dignity, worth, and compassion. Youth ministry veteran Amy Williams ministers to teens involved in gangs and those lost in the criminal justice system with a key strategy of life-on-life mentoring. As a certified gang intervention specialist, she heard God's call to move into a Latino gang neighborhood in Chicago's Humboldt Park community to be a "Hope Dealer" doing street outreach and walking life with young people on her block. Amy is project coordinator at New Life Centers, bringing in restorative justice programming to youth at juvenile prisons.Amy has been a youth pastor, a reentry coordinator, and a youth mentor and advocate. She is a graduate of both University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and National Louis University. She resides in Chicago and loves salsa dancing and is a true beach baby.Amy's Book:Worth SeeingAmy's Recommendations:It's OK That You're Not OKTattoos on the HeartJoin Our Patreon for Early Access and More: PatreonConnect with Joshua: jjohnson@allnations.usGo to www.shiftingculturepodcast.com to interact and donate. Every donation helps to produce more podcasts for you to enjoy.Follow on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, or Threads at www.facebook.com/shiftingculturepodcasthttps://www.instagram.com/shiftingculturepodcast/https://twitter.com/shiftingcultur2https://www.threads.net/@shiftingculturepodcasthttps://www.youtube.com/@shiftingculturepodcastConsider Giving to the podcast and to the ministry that my wife and I do around the world. Just click on the support the show link belowSend us a Text Message.Support the Show.

It's YOUR time to #EdUp In this episode, recorded in person at the ⁠Ellucian Live 2024⁠ Conference in San Antonio, Texas, #elive24, YOUR guest is ⁠John Leever, Executive Director of Enterprise Applications, National Louis University YOUR host is ⁠Dr. Joe Sallustio⁠  Listen in to #EdUp! Thank YOU so much for tuning in. Join us on the next episode for YOUR time to EdUp! Connect with YOUR EdUp Team - ⁠Elvin Freytes⁠ & ⁠Dr. Joe Sallustio⁠ ● Join YOUR EdUp community at ⁠The EdUp Experience⁠! We make education YOUR business! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/edup/message

Dr. Ignacio Lopez is the Deputy Provost at National Louis University and the author of "The EQ Way: How Emotionally Intelligent School Leaders Navigate Turbulent Times"

Despite strides towards gender equality, women have long been underrepresented in educational leadership, facing systemic biases that hinder their advancement. In this episode, School Superintendent Lisa Leali sheds light on the pervasive biases that continue to shape perceptions of women in leadership. She emphasized that while progress has been made, there is still much work to be done in dismantling the structural barriers that prevent women from ascending to positions of power and influence. The road to leadership is often fraught with challenges, and for women, these challenges can be compounded by societal expectations and cultural norms. From implicit bias in hiring practices to the lack of representation in decision-making bodies, women face systemic hurdles at every turn. In addition to advocating for systemic change, Lisa emphasizes the importance of mentorship and support networks for women in leadership. She believes that by lifting each other up and sharing our experiences, we can create a more supportive and empowering ecosystem for women leaders to thrive. What actionable steps can we take to dismantle systemic biases and create more inclusive environments for women in educational leadership?   Takeaways Building trust and collaboration are essential for navigating challenging situations. Addressing achievement gaps and improving equity should be a priority in education. Leaders should seek resources, learn from others, and create a culture of continuous improvement. Barriers for women in leadership roles need to be addressed, and the selection process for superintendents should be reevaluated.   Dr. Lisa Leali has been Superintendent of Schools for Lake Bluff Elementary School District 65 since July 2020.  Dr. Leali has over 20 years of experience in public education and earned her master's degree in Educational Leadership in 2007 from Northeastern Illinois University and her doctorate in Educational Leadership in 2010 from National-Louis University. Her dissertation was titled “Joyful Classrooms, Successful Kids: A study in the connection between joy and learning.” Leali has served as a consultant on standards-based reporting and writing instruction for school districts in Lake and Cook Counties, has presented regionally for the Illinois Association for Curriculum Development on data and assessment and has presented nationally on the topics of instructional coaching, district leadership and superintendent evaluation.   Learn more about Dr. Lisa Leali: Lake Bluff School District 65 Website: https://www.lb65.org/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-leali-she-her-hers-a2b0ab53/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/LisaLeali   Learn more about creating better learning environments at www.Kay-Twelve.com. Kevin Stoller is the host of the Better Learning Podcast and Co-Founder of Kay-Twelve, a national leader for educational furniture. Find out more about Kevin at https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinstoller/. For more episodes of the Better Learning Podcast, visit https://www.betterlearningpodcast.com/   Episode 169 of the Better Learning Podcast Kevin Stoller is the host of the Better Learning Podcast and Co-Founder of Kay-Twelve, a national leader for educational furniture. Learn more about creating better learning environments at www.Kay-Twelve.com.   For more information on our partners: Association for Learning Environments (A4LE) - https://www.a4le.org/ Education Leaders' Organization - https://www.ed-leaders.org/ Second Class Foundation - https://secondclassfoundation.org/

In this episode we welcome back Robin Speizman and Katherine Wilkie to the Gifted Ed Podcast to explore classroom strategies and structures that support executive functioning needs. We discuss how to develop tiered levels of intervention within instruction as it pertains to executive functioning. Katie Wilkie is the owner of Imagination Therapy PLLC, a speech-language pathology and executive function coaching business serving Forest Park, Oak Park, and the surrounding areas. She is a graduate of Rush Medical Center and her business, Imagination Therapy PLLC, was established in 2017 to service individuals from ages 7-65, with a particular interest in teens and younger adults. Utilizing both bottom-up and top-down interventions, Imagination Therapy approaches executive function needs through a brain-based approach with the understanding that an individualized and tailored plan can target personal strengths and weaknesses.  You can find out more at⁠⁠ www.imaginationtherapyllc.com⁠⁠, or find her on Meta. Robin Grais-Speizman received a MS.Ed in Educational Psychology from National Louis University in June of 1994. She received Bachelors Degrees from the University of Wisconsin, Madison, in 1989, in both Rehabilitation Psychology and in Special Education with a Type 10 Certification. She then worked at the Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago (currently Shirley Ryan Ability Lab) as a Pediatric Behavioral Specialist and Senior Neuropsychometrician for 11 years. She performed neuropsychological testing evaluations to both inpatients and outpatients suffering from brain injuries and spinal cord injuries. She also provided cognitive retraining and school reentry services to children and adolescents upon inpatient discharge and often continued for long term follow-up.  From 1999 -present, Robin has worked as a neuropsychometrician, executive function coach, and clinical intake coordinator in the practice Roger Stefani and Associates, Chicago NeuroBehavior Specialists and now Stefani Neuropsychology Services. She continues to provide neuropsychological testing, school observations, and executive function coaching to patients with ADHD, Autism, Anxiety, learning and educational struggles and other neurodivergent diagnoses to pediatric patients ages 6-22. In January of 2019, Robin established this executive coaching and consultation practice named Refocus. Co-Hosts: Angel Van Howe and Meghan McCarthy Co-Producers: Adam Metcalf and Jeff Westbrook Original Music by Adam G-F How you can be involved: Subscribe to The Gifted Ed Podcast Email us at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠thegiftededpodcast@averycoonley.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Submit a ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠feedback form⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to the podcast team to let us know of any topics that you would like discussed. Additionally, you can use this form to let us know that you would like to appear on an episode as a guest and what topic(s) you would like to discuss

Welcome back to another episode of Coaching Conversations. In this episode, I'm joined by the exceptional Tina Curry—an award-winning coach, professor, and teacher with a 23-year distinguished track record in education. Tina, currently the lead instructional coach at Fernwood Elementary in Chicago, is known for her innovative success as a teacher and her role as a valued member of the adjunct faculty at National Louis University.Tune in as we discuss mentoring, leadership, and Tina's focus on mentoring young women and women of color. Tina's dynamite presentation skills and her transformative work as a lead equity facilitator for DePaul University's Office of Innovative Professional Learning promise a conversation filled with inspiration and practical insights.Discover Tina's impressive accomplishments, including being a contributing writer to the award-winning book Teaching for Racial Equity: Becoming Interrupters. Her support for professional learning at both leadership and classroom levels has transformed lives professionally and personally.Join us for an enlightening discussion with Tina Curry, a nominee for the 2023 NCTE nominating committee, as she shares her passion for coaching and equity.I'd love to hear your feedback about my weekly Coaching Conversations. Please consider leaving a rating or review and subscribing to our channel. 

In this podcast episode, Dr. Jeff Williamson interviews Dr. Scott Goslin, superintendent of Bradley School District 61, about his leadership journey. Dr. Goslin discusses the influential role of his parents, coaches, and mentors in shaping his career path from teacher to administrator. He reflects on his hands-on leadership style, which includes helping with tasks like directing traffic and cleaning, and emphasizes the importance of being authentic and adapting to the needs of his team. Dr. Goslin also contemplates his future after retirement, considering roles in leadership or consulting. The conversation highlights the value of building trust, fostering a positive culture, and empowering others within an organization.About Our GuestDr. Scott Goselin is in his nineteenth year as superintendent of Bradley School District 61. He has been an administrator in the Bradley School District for the past twenty-eight years. Before coming to Bradley, he taught for five years in the Reed-Custer School District.He is a graduate of Bradley-Bourbonnais High School, Olivet Nazarene University, Governor's State University, Lewis University and received a doctorate degree from National Louis University in 2008.He has served in numerous community leadership roles: Kankakee-Iroquois United Way, Kankakee Chamber of Commerce, Bradley-Bourbonnais Rotary Club, Bradley-Bourbonnais High School Academic Foundation, Educators of Illinois League, Knights of Columbus, Kankakee NAACP, Illinois Association of School Administrators Board of Directors, and Maternity BVM Church Council.He was most recently awarded the 2017 Three Rivers Region “Superintendent of Distinction” by the Illinois Association of School Administrators.Dr. Goselin is married to his wife (Sue) and have two daughters (Claire and Lily). He enjoys all types of sports and spending time with my family.

In this episode we welcome back Robin Speizman and Katherine Wilkie to the Gifted Ed Podcast to explore classroom strategies and structures that support executive functioning needs (Shifting/Flexibility, Social Awareness/ Perspective Taking, and Organization and Planning). We discuss how to develop tiered levels of intervention within instruction as it pertains to executive functioning. Katie Wilkie is the owner of Imagination Therapy PLLC, a speech-language pathology and executive function coaching business serving Forest Park, Oak Park, and the surrounding areas. She is a graduate of Rush Medical Center and her business, Imagination Therapy PLLC, was established in 2017 to service individuals from ages 7-65, with a particular interest in teens and younger adults. Utilizing both bottom-up and top-down interventions, Imagination Therapy approaches executive function needs through a brain-based approach with the understanding that an individualized and tailored plan can target personal strengths and weaknesses.  You can find out more at⁠ www.imaginationtherapyllc.com⁠, or find her on Meta. Robin Grais-Speizman received a MS.Ed in Educational Psychology from National Louis University in June of 1994. She received Bachelors Degrees from the University of Wisconsin, Madison, in 1989, in both Rehabilitation Psychology and in Special Education with a Type 10 Certification. She then worked at the Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago (currently Shirley Ryan Ability Lab) as a Pediatric Behavioral Specialist and Senior Neuropsychometrician for 11 years. She performed neuropsychological testing evaluations to both inpatients and outpatients suffering from brain injuries and spinal cord injuries. She also provided cognitive retraining and school reentry services to children and adolescents upon inpatient discharge and often continued for long term follow-up.  From 1999 -present, Robin has worked as a neuropsychometrician, executive function coach, and clinical intake coordinator in the practice Roger Stefani and Associates, Chicago NeuroBehavior Specialists and now Stefani Neuropsychology Services. She continues to provide neuropsychological testing, school observations, and executive function coaching to patients with ADHD, Autism, Anxiety, learning and educational struggles and other neurodivergent diagnoses to pediatric patients ages 6-22. In January of 2019, Robin established this executive coaching and consultation practice named Refocus. Co-Hosts: Angel Van Howe and Meghan McCarthy Co-Producers: Adam Metcalf and Jeff Westbrook Original Music by Adam G-F How you can be involved: Subscribe to The Gifted Ed Podcast Email us at: ⁠⁠⁠⁠thegiftededpodcast@averycoonley.org⁠⁠⁠⁠ Submit a ⁠⁠⁠⁠feedback form⁠⁠⁠⁠ to the podcast team to let us know of any topics that you would like discussed. Additionally, you can use this form to let us know that you would like to appear on an episode as a guest and what topic(s) you would like to discuss

Do you tend to overcommit, spread yourself thin, and feel like your mind is focused on being productive? While this may have worked for you to achieve success in your life, how is it impacting you in other ways? In this episode, Kristen Jacobsen shares her experience and insight into high functioning anxiety, burnout, imposter syndrome, and how to navigate these in your life. Kristen has been working in the mental health field for over 15 years and has owned her own practice for 10 years. She is also in her 6th year as an adjunct professor of Psychology at National Louis University. She enjoys the balance of both clinical and educational work. Kristen's clinical focus is working with clients who are struggling with anxiety, perfectionism, complex trauma, and relationship challenges. She is also in the process of creating a digital course in an effort to help more people than 1:1 therapy can. Kristen lives outside of Chicago with her husband, 2 children, and Rhodesian Ridgeback. 3:00 The need to stay busy, perfectionism, and limiting beliefs 07:30 High functioning anxiety 10:30 Breaking the cycle 11:35 Uncovering limiting beliefs 13:30 Burnout 18:19 Impact of social media 21:00 Imposter syndrome 25:30 Guilt around fun and self-care 30:11 How to connect with Kristen https://www.catharticspacecounseling.com/ https://www.instagram.com/catharticspacecounseling/ https://www.youtube.com/@theanxietytherapisthttps://www.linkedin.com/in/kristen-jacobsen-lcpc/https://www.facebook.com/KristenJacobsenLCPC Download my FREE 12-minute Wellness Habits Guide for Busy Professionals Today! https://drkellykessler.myflodesk.com/habitsguide Dr. Kelly Kessler is a licensed physical therapist, transformation coach, host of the podcast Rewiring Health, the owner of Optimal You Health and Wellness, LLC and a mom of two boys. Kelly helps high achievers stop feeling exhausted, disconnected, and compromising their health during the pursuit of achievement through nervous system regulation and subconscious reprogramming. Kelly guides her clients through personal transformation to cultivate resilience, live abundantly, and feel connected with themselves. Inspired by her own journey of recovering from persistent negative thoughts, perfectionist beliefs, an eating disorder, chronic back pain, and panic attacks, Kelly has helped achievers harness their profound ability to shift from survival mode to thriving. Kelly has been featured in Authority Magazine, DailyOM, The Everygirl, and Thrive Global. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rewiringhealth/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/rewiringhealth/support

In this episode we invite Robin Speizman and Katherine Wilkie to define and discuss the components of executive functioning and how it presents within our gifted community. Katie Wilkie is the owner of Imagination Therapy PLLC, a speech-language pathology and executive function coaching business serving Forest Park, Oak Park, and the surrounding areas. She is a graduate of Rush Medical Center and her business, Imagination Therapy PLLC, was established in 2017 to service individuals from ages 7-65, with a particular interest in teens and younger adults. Utilizing both bottom-up and top-down interventions, Imagination Therapy approaches executive function needs through a brain-based approach with the understanding that an individualized and tailored plan can target personal strengths and weaknesses.  You can find out more at www.imaginationtherapyllc.com, or find her on Meta. Robin Grais-Speizman received a MS.Ed in Educational Psychology from National Louis University in June of 1994. She received Bachelors Degrees from the University of Wisconsin, Madison, in 1989, in both Rehabilitation Psychology and in Special Education with a Type 10 Certification. She then worked at the Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago (currently Shirley Ryan Ability Lab) as a Pediatric Behavioral Specialist and Senior Neuropsychometrician for 11 years. She performed neuropsychological testing evaluations to both inpatients and outpatients suffering from brain injuries and spinal cord injuries. She also provided cognitive retraining and school reentry services to children and adolescents upon inpatient discharge and often continued for long term follow-up.  From 1999 -present, Robin has worked as a neuropsychometrician, executive function coach, and clinical intake coordinator in the practice Roger Stefani and Associates, Chicago NeuroBehavior Specialists and now Stefani Neuropsychology Services. She continues to provide neuropsychological testing, school observations, and executive function coaching to patients with ADHD, Autism, Anxiety, learning and educational struggles and other neurodivergent diagnoses to pediatric patients ages 6-22. In January of 2019, Robin established this executive coaching and consultation practice named Refocus. Co-Hosts: Angel Van Howe and Meghan McCarthy Co-Producers: Adam Metcalf and Jeff Westbrook Original Music by Adam G-F How you can be involved: Subscribe to The Gifted Ed Podcast Email us at: ⁠⁠⁠thegiftededpodcast@averycoonley.org⁠⁠⁠ Submit a ⁠⁠⁠feedback form⁠⁠⁠ to the podcast team to let us know of any topics that you would like discussed. Additionally, you can use this form to let us know that you would like to appear on an episode as a guest and what topic(s) you would like to discuss

I invited educator, writer, artist and activist Tema Okun (she/her) to talk with us about holiday traditions, rituals, and cultural appropriation. What she offered was deep wisdom from her personal life and decades of work as a DEI facilitator, author and professor. I hope this episode prompts reflection and provides encouragement to keep healing and growing. Tema Okun has spent over 35 years working with and for organizations, schools, and community-based institutions as a trainer, facilitator, teacher, and mentor focused on issues of racial justice and equity. She got her start at Grassroots Leadership. For 12 years she worked with the late and beloved Kenneth Jones at ChangeWork and then for another decade with Michelle Johnson and many brilliant colleagues at Dismantling Racism Works. She recently completed 6 years of co-leading the Teaching for Equity Fellows Program at Duke University, which works with faculty seeking to develop stronger skills both teaching about race and racism and across lines of race, class, and gender. She also facilitates and support leaders and organizations with colleagues at Teach.Equity.Now., housed at the Pauli Murray Center in Durham, NC. She was a member of the Educational Leadership faculty at National Louis University in Chicago and has taught undergraduate, master's, and doctoral level students in educational leadership and education. She is the author of the award-winning The Emperor Has No Clothes: Teaching About Race and Racism to People Who Don't Want to Know (2010, IAP) and the widely used article White Supremacy Culture, which she is asking people to stop using and instead reference a website based on a revision and update of the article in May 2021: www.whitesupremacyculture.info. She publishes regularly on the pedagogy of racial and social justice. She is a member of the Bhumisphara Sangha under the leadership of Lama Rod Owens and a participant in The Infinite Circle at Breadloaf Mountain Zen Center. She is an artist, a poet, and a writer. She lives in Carrboro, NC where she is fortunate to reside among beloved community. Her current project is deepening her ability to love her neighbor as herself. She is finding the instruction easy and the follow through challenging, given how we live in a culture that is afraid to help us do either or both. RESOURCES Design Your Year Workshop Read: Divorcing White Supremacy Culture: Coming Home to Who We Really Are Dismantling Racism: A History Lesson White by Law: The Legal Construction of Race by Ian Haney Lopez Podcasts: Ruby Sales on the On Being podcast Tema Okun and Michelle Cassandra Johnson on All the F*ck In Organizations for education, community and action: Better Neighbor Lab We Are Finding Freedom The People's Institute for Survival and Beyond White Awake

TAMERA FAIROne day Tamera wanted to make God laugh so , she told him her life plan. The plan was to leave a legacy as an advocate and educator of children. For over twenty years, she served as CEO to a chain of successful child care facilities in the Chicagoland area. Her degrees in English from Fisk University and graduate degree from National Louis University in Early Childhood Leadership and Advocacy, reflect her preparation for her plan. God responded to her, “Im not through with you.” “Get ready, things are about to change.” Never in a million years did she think she would be in film, theater , or radio as anything other than a ticket holder.Moses BlueDon't let a day pass you by without filling in the ____ (blank). The blank is your why. Every day, there is a question that needs to be answered. Recognizing his potential, Moses Blue went on an adventure to uncover the blank or the why of his existence. From foster care to the struggles of life, Moses Blue never quite understood how God was aligning the pieces; he only saw the present moments. All he knew was that he had a speech impediment and that his life, so he thought, would be different, perhaps even quieter than he imagined.

She is #DopePeopleDr. E'Toyare (Torie) Williams, also known as Dr.  Victorieus, was born and raised in Kansas City, Missouri and graduated from Paseo Academy High School as a first generation High School graduate. After receiving her Bachelors of Science in Psychology from the University of Central Missouri in Warrensburg, Mo., Dr. Williams worked as an Educational Consultant with Chicago Public Schools and has continued independently adding her mentorship initiative since then. Dr. Williams took another step and took her education further by completing her Masters of Art in Teaching (MAT) with an emphasis in Special Education from National Louis University in Chicago and worked as a teacher in various schools: Chicago Vocational Career Academy, Thornwood High School, and Urban Prep Academy. In addition to her MAT, Dr. Williams earned her Masters of Business Administration (MBA) as well. At Thornridge High School, Dr. Williams was a Special Education Administrator and the Director of Student Activities where she not only taught classes which included social-emotional learning, she was responsible for 52 different extracurricular activities, ranging from Band to National Honor Society. Her biggest achievement was to receive her Doctorate of Education from Chicago State University in December of 2019. As the Founder and CEO of Be Victorieus Consulting, Dr. E'Toyare ( Dr. Torie) Williams is a highly accomplished educator, author, and consultant. She has dedicated her career to helping schools across the country develop culturally responsive trauma-informed systems of support. These systems foster resilience and success for staff, students, and families. Dr. Torie has guided schools, districts, and state departments of education in learning about the impact of ACEs and trauma. She has also educated them on the critical role of protective factors in fostering resilient schools and communities. Dr. Torie has assisted schools in developing and implementing trauma-informed practices that have positively impacted student behavior, academic achievement, and social-emotional development. She has also cultivated educator well-being and efficacy. Dr. Torie is a passionate advocate for the education of all children, especially those who have experienced trauma. Dr. Williams encourages involvement in extracurricular activities. Her motivation has always been her 3 beautiful children, Ker'Mari (17) Kynnedi (15) and Korri (11) who are actively involved in various activities inside and outside of school. She is a sought-after speaker and trainer, and her work has been featured in numerous publications. Dr. Torie is a true leader in the field of trauma-informed education, and her work is making a real difference in the lives of children and families across the country Become VicTORIEus! “Be VicTORIEus with Dr. Torie Williams” is an educational program that encourages the professional development of the individual and provides actionable guidance by offering a fresh perspective and an independent point of view while guiding a process that fosters the growth and educational development of the individual. Dr. Torie can: ● Provide a model for healthy, trusting relationships through clear communication and setting appropriate boundaries. ● Acknowledge their strengths, talents, and/or gifts and encourage them to find ways to use them. ● Be an active listener and offer support and encouragement when appropriate. ● Engage inSupport the showTo show love to the Dope People Podcast, be sure to subscribe to us on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiD7tgj9ezb7Xuk7IOFHRBg.You can also purchase Dope People merch at https://scottsteward.com/merch

She is #DopePeopleDr. E'Toyare (Torie) Williams, also known as Dr.  Victorieus, was born and raised in Kansas City, Missouri and graduated from Paseo Academy High School as a first generation High School graduate. After receiving her Bachelors of Science in Psychology from the University of Central Missouri in Warrensburg, Mo., Dr. Williams worked as an Educational Consultant with Chicago Public Schools and has continued independently adding her mentorship initiative since then. Dr. Williams took another step and took her education further by completing her Masters of Art in Teaching (MAT) with an emphasis in Special Education from National Louis University in Chicago and worked as a teacher in various schools: Chicago Vocational Career Academy, Thornwood High School, and Urban Prep Academy. In addition to her MAT, Dr. Williams earned her Masters of Business Administration (MBA) as well. At Thornridge High School, Dr. Williams was a Special Education Administrator and the Director of Student Activities where she not only taught classes which included social-emotional learning, she was responsible for 52 different extracurricular activities, ranging from Band to National Honor Society. Her biggest achievement was to receive her Doctorate of Education from Chicago State University in December of 2019. As the Founder and CEO of Be Victorieus Consulting, Dr. E'Toyare ( Dr. Torie) Williams is a highly accomplished educator, author, and consultant. She has dedicated her career to helping schools across the country develop culturally responsive trauma-informed systems of support. These systems foster resilience and success for staff, students, and families. Dr. Torie has guided schools, districts, and state departments of education in learning about the impact of ACEs and trauma. She has also educated them on the critical role of protective factors in fostering resilient schools and communities. Dr. Torie has assisted schools in developing and implementing trauma-informed practices that have positively impacted student behavior, academic achievement, and social-emotional development. She has also cultivated educator well-being and efficacy. Dr. Torie is a passionate advocate for the education of all children, especially those who have experienced trauma. Dr. Williams encourages involvement in extracurricular activities. Her motivation has always been her 3 beautiful children, Ker'Mari (17) Kynnedi (15) and Korri (11) who are actively involved in various activities inside and outside of school. She is a sought-after speaker and trainer, and her work has been featured in numerous publications. Dr. Torie is a true leader in the field of trauma-informed education, and her work is making a real difference in the lives of children and families across the country Become VicTORIEus! “Be VicTORIEus with Dr. Torie Williams” is an educational program that encourages the professional development of the individual and provides actionable guidance by offering a fresh perspective and an independent point of view while guiding a process that fosters the growth and educational development of the individual. Dr. Torie can: ● Provide a model for healthy, trusting relationships through clear communication and setting appropriate boundaries. ● Acknowledge their strengths, talents, and/or gifts and encourage them to find ways to use them. ● Be an active listener and offer support and encouragement when appropriate. ● Engage inSupport the showTo show love to the Dope People Podcast, be sure to subscribe to us on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCiD7tgj9ezb7Xuk7IOFHRBg.You can also purchase Dope People merch at https://scottsteward.com/merch

Name: Michael LubelfeldCurrent title: Superintendent of SchoolsCurrent Organisation: North Shore School District 112Michael Lubelfeld Ed.D. has served as a public school superintendent in Illinois since 2010. Prior to becoming a superintendent, he was an assistant superintendent, a middle school principal, a middle school associate principal, and a middle school social studies teacher. He currently serves as the superintendent of schools in the North Shore School District 112 in Highland Park, and Highwood, IL north of Chicago. The district contains 10 elementary schools with 4000 students. Lubelfeld earned his Doctor of Education in curriculum and instruction from Loyola University of Chicago, where his published dissertation was on Effective Instruction in Middle School Social Studies. He is also on the adjunct faculty at Loyola University and National Louis University in the Department of Educational Leadership.Mike was awarded the 2021 Administration and Supervision Distinguished Alumni Award from Loyola University of Chicago School of Education. Lubelfeld has presented on leadership topics around the state, nation, and world, and he is active in leadership development with state and national associations. He has led aspiring superintendent workshops in Illinois and across the nation. He can be found on Twitter at @mikelubelfeld, and he co-moderates #suptchat - the monthly superintendent educational chat on Twitter. He co-authored the 2017 Rowman & Littlefield book The Unlearning Leader: Leading for Tomorrow's Schools Today and the 2018 Rowman & Littlefield book Student Voice: From Invisible to Invaluable, and the 2021 Rowman & Littlefield book The Unfinished Leader: A School Leadership Framework for Growth & Development. His latest book, the Unfinished Teacher: Becoming the Next Version of Yourself will be out fall 2023. Mike and his wife Stephanie have two children and they live in suburban Chicago.Experienced award winning public school superintendent, published author, national speaker, and adjunct professor with a demonstrated history of working in the education industry. Skilled in K-12 Education, Policy, Writing, Speaking, Leading, Engagement,Social Media, Blended Learning, Literacy, Classroom Management, Lesson Planning, and Educational Technology. Strong education professional with a Doctorate in Curriculum & Instruction and an Educational Specialist Ed.S. focused in Educational Administration and Supervision. In 2020 became Associate with Educational Leadership Solutions https://Edls.info (executive searches, strategic planning, coaching & mentoring, data analytics & more).Michael Lubelfeld Ed.D. has served as a public school superintendent in Illino

Bessie sits down with Dr. Cynthia Treadwell, Executive Director of Social Emotional Learning at Chicago Public Schools to discuss Chicago Public Schools, social and emotional learning, suspension rates, student-centered classrooms, and how to create positive change in CPS.Dr. Cynthia Treadwell, currently serving as the Executive Director for the Office of Social and Emotional Learning, brings 22 years of experience in Chicago Public Schools, including roles as a Principal, Assistant Principal, District Reading Coordinator, classroom teacher, and Adjunct Instructor at Chicago State University and DePaul University. She holds a Doctorate in Educational Leadership from National Louis University and is the author of "30 Days of Encouragement for the Educator." Dr. Treadwell is dedicated to promoting education's transformative power and aims to create engaging, socially and emotionally supportive school communities.Please note guest opinions are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views of Bessie or Alternatives

Dr. Don Parker is a leading voice in professional development and educational transformation. Since beginning his educational journey in 1997, Dr. Parker has served in diverse roles, from teaching in Chicago's inner-city schools to mentoring future educators as an Adjunct Professor at National-Louis University. As a former principal at both Posen School and Lincoln Avenue […]

The Center for Native Futures (CfNF) opens this weekend in the heart of downtown Chicago. The gallery art space is the first of its kind in the Windy City and it's dedicated to contemporary Native artists interested in visualizing the future and setting the tone for the future of Native art. We'll visit with the founders and artists at the new center. GUESTS Debra Yepa-Pappan (Jemez Pueblo and Korean), co-founder/co-director of Center for Native Futures and visual artist Noelle Garcia (Klamath), assistant professor of art at National Louis University Jason Wesaw (Potawatomi), artist Hattie Lee Mendoza (Cherokee Nation), mixed media artist

On this episode of the Ed Branding Podcast we have Michael Lubelfeld on with us. Michael Lubelfeld Ed.D. has served as a public school superintendent in Illinois since 2010. In addition, he has worked as an adjunct professor, advisor, and supervisor at National Louis University and Loyola University Chicago in the Department of Educational Leadership. A public school educator and educational leader for nearly 30 years, Lubelfeld has served as an assistant superintendent, a middle school associate principal, a principal, and a middle school teacher. He has experience teaching social studies, reading, and civics. Earning his doctorate in education in curriculum and instruction allowed Lubelfeld to test theories of learning in action. He is the co-moderator of the monthly Twitter chat #suptchat with Nick Polyak. He has also authored a few books.TwitterInstagramLinkedInAASA WebsiteAASA TwitterWe'd love to hear from our listeners!Connect with Dr. Renae Bryant:TwitterInstagramLinkedInConnect with Lynette White:ConnectEDTwitterInstagramLinkedInLynette White

It's time for schools and universities to serve all learners, especially in an equitable and accessible environment.   National Louis University, under the visionary leadership of Dr. Nivine Megahed, is reshaping education and lives to meet this ever-present need. Their commitment to equity, employability, and social transformation stands as a beacon in the evolving educational landscape.   NLU's focus extends beyond degrees, emphasizing continuous learning, skills, and economic stability. By addressing challenges faced by marginalized students, NLU exemplifies a commitment to inclusivity and success for all.   In an era where education is redefined, NLU's model reminds us of the power of personalized support and empowerment. As we celebrate NLU's recognition for social mobility, their journey exemplifies that education isn't just about degrees; it's about tangible impact and transformation.   Listen in to hear more of this very timely and necessary conversation.   About Dr. Nivine Megahed:   Dr. Megahed has worked in higher education for over 35 years. As an educational entrepreneur, her passion is building innovative student centered organizations focused on student success and empowering our most marginalized populations to achieve social and economic mobility through education.   Jump in the Conversation:   [1:40] - Nivine's story of school transformation [3:02] - National Louis University and the needs it addresses [5:19] - Building programs with best practices and data [7:33] - Helping students find jobs [10:04] - Creating a career bridge for students and taking responsibility [12:14] - From internship to post graduate jobs [15:39] - Educational equity in a university [20:37] - How NLU compares to prestigious, pricy universities [23:20] - Meeting the mission of public good [25:40] - Turbo Time [33:25] - Nivine's Magic Wand [34:36] - Maureen's Takeaways   Links & Resources   National Louis University Follow Dr. Megahed on Twitter Connect with Dr. Megahed on LinkedIn Email Maureen Maureen's TEDx: Changing My Mind to Change Our Schools The Education Evolution Facebook: Follow Education Evolution Twitter: Follow Education Evolution LinkedIn: Follow Education Evolution EdActive Collective Maureen's book: Creating Micro-Schools for Colorful Mismatched Kids Micro-school feature on Good Morning America The Micro-School Coalition Facebook: The Micro-School Coalition LEADPrep

Join us to discuss designing compelling learning experiences, using digital technologies, and how generative AI can help make the process accessible to the busiest teachers. Follow on Twitter: @bamradionetwork @jonharper70bd @ISTEofficial @mrhooker @elkorda @hyphenatic @shellthief #ISTElive23 #edchat #edtech #edtechchat Get the book here. Angela Elkordy, Ph.D., is chair and assistant professor, learning sciences, and program director for learning technologies at National Louis University in the Chicago area. Her writing has appeared in numerous platforms and publications, including books such as Foundation of Digital Badges and Micro-Credentials and Gamify Literacy. Her research focuses on the learning sciences, design and technology, teacher learning and instructional design.

In this episode, I focus on teacher attrition. What can administrators do to retain teachers?In 2021, The National Education Association (NEA) recommended districts make significant changes to reduce stress and improve morale in schools to avoid a "Great Resignation." It's 2023, and I don't think many school districts listened. Teacher burnout is being felt around country. Schools are facing teacher shortages, driving education leaders nationwide to find solutions that address the challenges of teacher burnout, retention, and recruitment. However, "Educators don't need any more chair massages or Casual Fridays," it's about "support and autonomy." Decrease in morale is increasing feelings of demoralization. While addressing the understaffing of schools to alleviate the current crisis is critical, that could be a short-lived success without systemic changes.What kind of systemic changes you may be wondering and how can an administrator play a key role in it?Dr. Christie McMullen is with us today to discuss teacher burnout and how to make the work environment better.Christie was a high school science teacher, a high school assistant principal and instructs master's level students in educational leadership at National Louis University. She is the Area Director for AVID and CEO and Chief People Development Officer of AIM: Analyze, Improve, and Move. Christie is also a best-selling author of the book, Learning Can Stick - A Guide to Make Every Learning Experience Safe, Logical, Fun, and Memorable.To learn more about Dr. McMullen and AIM, you can go to www.aimwithus.com and subscribe to her weekly newsletter.The call to action is to get serious about teacher burnout and shortages. Districts need to make significant changes to reduce stress, improve morale, and create positive work environments in schools. Support the showPlease subscribe and share this podcast with a friend to spread the good!If you find value to this podcast, consider becoming a supporter with a $3 subscription. Click on the link to join: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2048018/supportTo help this podcast reach others, rate and review on Apple Podcasts! Go to Library, choose The Brighter Side of Education, and scroll down to Reviews. It's just that easy. Thank you!Want to share a story? Email me at drlisarichardsonhassler@gmail.com.Visit my website for resources: http://www.drlisarhassler.com The music in this podcast was written and performed by Brandon Picciolini of the Lonesome Family Band. Visit and follow him on Instagram. My publications: America's Embarrassing Reading Crisis: What we learned from COVID, A guide to help educational leaders, teachers, and parents change the game, is available on Amazon, Kindle, and Audible, and iTunes. My Weekly Writing Journal: 15 Weeks of Writing for Primary Grades on Amazon.World of Words: A Middle School Writing Notebook Using the Writing Process ...

Join us as we dive into the world of Unapologetic Leadership with Dr. Marcus Belin. Discover how Marcus and his team have embraced positivity by finding what's good in the last 24. You will feel the excitement as if you're the one running around the school, interviewing students about their wins, from acing a math test to winning a championship game. But it's not just about the kids—Marcus reveals how cultivating gratitude benefits adults too. You won't want to miss this! Transcript available at ⁠⁠⁠⁠LainieRowell.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ About Our Guest: Dr. Marcus Belin serves as the Principal of Huntley High School, President of Illinois Principals Association, and was recently awarded the 2021 National Association of Secondary School Principals Digital Principal of the Year and was named to the Class of 2021 ASCD International Emerging Leader. Dr. Belin is a motivational speaker and host of the podcast Unapologetic Leadership. He is passionate about creating learning environments that foster social-emotional support for kids, leveraging the integration of technology to expose kids to the world around them, motivating educators, and challenging the status quo of education. He is an alum of Bradley University, where he received his bachelor's and master's degrees and National Louis University for his doctorate. Dr. Belin is the husband of an amazing wife, Monique, and a father to 3 beautiful children, who keep life exciting and active. Website: drmarcusbelin.com Twitter: @marcusjbelin Instagram: @drmarcusbelin About Lainie: Lainie Rowell is an educator, international consultant, podcaster, and TEDx speaker. She is the lead author of ⁠⁠⁠⁠Evolving Learner⁠⁠⁠⁠ and a contributing author of ⁠⁠⁠⁠Because of a Teacher⁠⁠⁠⁠. Her latest book, ⁠⁠⁠⁠Evolving with Gratitude⁠⁠⁠⁠, was just released. An experienced teacher and district leader, her expertise includes learner-driven design, community building, online/blended learning, and professional learning. Learn more at ⁠⁠⁠⁠linktr.ee/lainierowell⁠⁠⁠⁠. Twitter - ⁠⁠⁠⁠@LainieRowell ⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram - ⁠⁠⁠⁠@LainieRowell⁠⁠⁠⁠ Evolving with Gratitude, the book, is now available! ⁠⁠⁠⁠Purchase here!⁠⁠⁠ You can also get bulk orders for your staff (10 copies or more) at a discounted price! Just fill out the form linked below and someone will get back to you ASAP! ⁠⁠⁠⁠bit.ly/ewgbulkdiscount⁠

GDP Script/ Top Stories for Sunday May 28th Publish Date: May 26 Friday From the Henssler Financial Studio Welcome to the Gwinnett Daily Post Podcast Today is Sunday May 28th , and happy 36th birthday to wrestler Seth Rollins ***Rollins**** I'm Bruce Jenkins and here are your top stories presented by Mall of Georgia Chrysler Dodge Jeep Atlanta man drowns in Lake Lanier Opportunities to commemorate Memorial Day this weekend And Gwinnett police searching for man accused of stealing money from Kroger stores   Plus, we visit with Leah McGrath from Ingles markets about cutting back on sugar   We'll have all this and more on the Gwinnett Daily Post podcast.    Commercial : M.O.G.   Story 1. drowns   The body of Terry Daugherty, a missing Atlanta man, has been found in Lake Lanier by Hall County sheriff's deputies, fire rescue officials, and the Georgia Department of Natural Resources. Daugherty, 57, was reported missing after he was last seen on a dock at Sunrise Cove Marina. A search was conducted, and his body was discovered in the lake on Tuesday afternoon. The Department of Natural Resources utilized side scan sonar to locate the body near the dock and his boat. Daugherty's official cause of death will be determined by the Dekalb County Medical Examiner's Office....follow this story and more at gwinnettdailypost.com.   STORY 2: opportunities   Gwinnett County will have various Memorial Day events to honor fallen military service members. These events include the Dacula Memorial Day Parade, a patriotic concert in Suwanee, a Memorial Day program and concert in Snellville, a ceremony in Sugar Hill, a remembrance event in Norcross, and the addition of a new name to the Gwinnett Fallen Heroes Memorial in Lawrenceville. Stone Mountain Park will also host a weekend-long Memorial Day commemoration with a salute to service members, fireworks, and performances by the Air National Guard Band of the South. Active duty and retired military personnel, as well as veterans, can receive free or discounted tickets for park attractions. Check gwinnettdailypost.com for more details     Story 3: kroger   Gwinnett County police are seeking the public's help in identifying a man accused of committing "quick change" thefts at Kroger stores along the east coast. The thefts occurred at two locations in Gwinnett County, specifically in Grayson and Loganville. The suspect has been involved in similar thefts at multiple Kroger stores over the past nine months. Described as a White male with a full dark beard, black leather jacket, and dark colored ball cap, the suspect engaged in a scheme where he would initially request a money transfer, then change his mind multiple times, ultimately stealing a lesser amount during the confusion. Anyone with information about the suspect is urged to contact Gwinnett County detectives or Crime Stoppers..…we'll be right back   Commercial Slappey Commercial Gen Expo-Tom Wages - then Obits   STORY 4: Dacula   Dacula will host it's annual Memorial Day Parade to honor and remember the men and women who have made the ultimate sacrifice for their country. The parade will take place on Monday at 10:00 a.m. , and The parade route starts at Hebron Baptist Church, proceeds along Dacula Road, Wilson Street, Second Avenue, and Hebron Church Road, before returning to Hebron Baptist Church. The event has been held for 29 years and is a tribute to those who have given their lives for the rights and freedoms enjoyed today. The parade takes place regardless of the weather conditions. More information can be found on the Dacula Memorial Day website. Stay abreast of the latest on all our stories and events at gwinnettdailypost.com Story 5: update   In an update on a story we had earlier in the week, The double shooting in the Gwinnett Place area of Gwinnett County that resulted in the deaths of a man and a woman, is believed to be a domestic-related incident. Gwinnett County police responded to a report of a shooting at a home on Woodington Circle in Lawrenceville. The victims were identified as Christopher Farranto, 52, and Mirian Farranto, 35. The incident is suspected to have occurred around dawn, and no other suspects are believed to be involved. Three children were present during the shooting but were unharmed. The neighborhood is situated near the intersection of Club Drive and Pleasant Hill Road.       Story 6: principal   Lenny George has been appointed as the new principal of Parsons Elementary School in Gwinnett County. The school board approved his appointment, and he will be taking over from the retiring principal, Laura Clark. George has been part of Gwinnett County Public Schools since 2017, previously serving as an assistant principal at Summerour Middle School. He has a background in education dating back to 2006, starting as a mathematics teacher in Chicago. He also worked as a teacher development coach and seminar instructor in Atlanta. George holds a bachelor's degree in biomedical engineering from Georgia Institute of Technology, a master's degree in teaching from National Louis University, and a specialist degree in Educational Leadership from the University of Georgia.……back in a moment   Commercial: ESOG-GCPS job fair-Ingles 8   Story 7:   Recruit Nation is organizing the Atlanta Regional basketball Showcase at Shiloh on June 24. The event offers various activities such as combine testing, a performance enhancement clinic, position-specific drills, and fundamental instruction with college coaches. Participants can engage in competitions like 1-on-1, 3-on-3, and 5-on-5 games, as well as a skills challenge, 3-point shootout, and slam dunk competition. They will also have the opportunity to meet and interact with college coaches. Player information will be shared with NCAA, NAIA, and Junior College coaches, and standout performers may be selected for the Dream All-American Watch List and invited to play in the Dream All-American Game. The showcase is open to youth, middle school, and high school athletes, starting with check-in at 8:30 a.m. and the event running from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. For more info on how to register, go to gwinnettdailypost.com   Back with final thoughts after this Henssler 60 Thanks again for listening to today's Gwinnett Daily Post podcast. Giving you important news about your community and telling great stories are what we do. Did you know over 50% of Americans listen to podcasts weekly? Make sure you join us for our next episode and be sure to share this podcast on social media with your friends and family. Add us to your Alexa Flash Briefing or your Google Home Briefing and be sure to like, follow, and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. Get more news about your community at GwinnettDailyPost.com We hope you and yours are having a safe, reflective, and happy holiday weekend See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

How can we move from imposter syndrome to being fearless as a CEO?   For this Women of Color Rise episode, Analiza talks with Meralis Hood, CEO of EforAll, a nonprofit whose mission is to accelerate economic and social impact through inclusive entrepreneurship. Before EforAll, Meralis was the market president for City Year. Meralis was born and raised in Milwaukee after her mother was recruited from Puerto Rico to serve as a bilingual educator in the city. She holds a bachelor's degree from Marquette University, a master's degree in curriculum and instruction from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, and an Education Specialist degree in educational leadership and administration from National Louis University.   Meralis shares how her darkest moments struggling with mental health, self-harm, and losing her home were pivotal to how she shows up today as a CEO and mom. Meralis shares her path to being fearless: Know that these dark moments are a gift. As bad as they were, she survived and will survive anything else that comes her way. So whatever is in her path today, go for it. As a CEO for EforAll, she is leading her team to go from serving 500 entrepreneurs to 50,000. Instead of fearing this goal, Meralis is inspiring her team to be fearless. She shares with them, “What's the worst that can happen?” Invest in therapy, mindfulness, and meditation. These weekly and daily practices have helped Meralis notice her thoughts and to release those that don't serve her, such as not believing in herself. Meralis and her husband also invest in weekly therapy for their daughter. Unlearn myths taught to her by her mom such as needing to be perfect. Struggling with perfectionism led Meralis to not be vulnerable, which prevented her from connecting with others and developing relationships. Now, Meralis has learned to share and to do so with boundaries (knowing who to share with, when, and how much). This has helped Meralis to connect with people at work and in her life, ask for help, and build a strong community. Believe that she belongs. If she truly believes in social justice and belonging, she needs to model what it means to feel included. As a CEO, she has learned to overcome imposter syndrome, own her strengths, and believe that she deserves to be here.   Get full show notes and more information here: https://analizawolf.com/episode-51-be-fearless-with-meralis-hood  

Adrienne M Waller is originally from Metro-Detroit, Michigan, USA. She studied at the University of Michigan-Ann Arbor for undergraduate studies with a concentration in Organizational Studies and Sociology. She received her masters for National Louis University in Elementary Education with a concentration in Special Education. Adrienne has been in education for over 15 years doing parent involvement work, teaching and leadership; serving in public, private and charter schools in the US, Qatar, China, Kuwait and now the Cayman Islands. Her leadership learning includes earning a Cambridge Leadership Certificate, Michigan School Administrator's Certificate and a Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Certificate. Matched with her leadership qualifications is a teaching certificate in Illinois for Elementary Education, Special Education, Middle School Social Studies and Middle School Math. Adrienne is the owner of Worldwide Educator, LLC an education consulting company focused on empowering educators to own their instructional genius while activating students. She helps educators realize their dreams beyond the classroom and across the world. Additionally, she has worked with educators across the country and the world in a variety of topics including but not limited to Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion, Differentiated Instruction, Student Centered Learning and Effective English Language Arts Instruction. -- To support Adrienne and follow her journey and work, follow her here, www.worldwideeducator.org and https://instagram.com/worldwideeducator?utm_medium=copy_link. -- Thank you for taking some time to listen to this episode and for leaving your constructive feedback. The success of our show and the promotion of mental health in underrepresented and global communities depends on your support. Please subscribe to our Youtube channel, @aspire_counselingwell, and if you are interested in receiving more relevant mental health information, visit www.aspirecounselingwell.com and subscribe to our newsletter to join our community. You can also follow us on Instagram at our new account, @blackexpatexperience and on Twitter at @blackexpatlives, and lastly, the show is now available on the following podcast platforms: Apple, Stitcher, Google, and Spotify. Please subscribe, like, share, and rate the show! Be well and remember to prioritize your mental health today! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/blackexpatexperience/message

Dr. Gloria McDaniel-Hall is an Assistant Professor of Educational Leadership at National Louis University, and author, podcaster, and equity trainer

Tina Curry, Ed.D is currently Lead Coach at Fernwood Elementary School in Chicago Public Schools and an adjunct professor at DePaul University and National-Louis University. She was one of the contributors to the book Teaching for Racial Equity, which was recently named an Excellence in Equity Award Winner. She is an expert in equity in education and has trained educators in culturally responsive teaching and equity practices. She is a sought- after equity consultant. As a critically acclaimed public speaker and advocate for equity and justice in education, Dr. Curry has delivered keynote addresses locally and nationally. During her 23- year tenure in Chicago Public Schools she has served as a middle school and high school teacher, an equity coach, a literacy coach and went on to become a literacy specialist for three years in the Office of Literacy. Dr. Curry was named National Louis University's Graduate Faculty of Year in 2019 and received the Most Influential Teacher Award from Sarah Goode STEM Academy that same year. She is a presenter at Illinois Association for Teacher of English (IATE), National Council for Teachers of English (NCTE), Illinois Reading Council (IRC), American Education Research Association (AERA), Illinois Writing Project (IWP), and Literacy Research Association (LRA). Her research interests include culturally responsive teaching, equity, literacy coaching, and school leadership. Summary for show notes: In today's episode we talk with Dr. Tina Curry about her equity journey. She describes some of the many obstacles she faced when confronting racial equity in public school, including her work with other teachers. Tina points to relationships between teachers and students as the most meaningful way to repair and prevent the harm that has been done. Best way for listeners to reach out to Tina: Twitter @DrTina Curry Email tscurry@cps.edu Sponsors Transformative Principal Mastermind Lead a school everyone can be proud of. Being a principal is tough work. You're pulled in all kinds of directions. You never have the time to do the work that really matters. Join me as I help school leaders find the time to do the work they became principals to do. I help you stop putting out fires and start leading. Learn more at https://transformativeprincipal.com

In this episode, I chat with Marcus Belin, the Principal of Huntley High School, President of Illinois Principals Association, 2021 National Association of Secondary School Principals Digital Principal of the Year, and 2020 Illinois Principals Association Kishwaukee Region Principal of the Year. Marcus received his Bachelor's and Masters from Bradley University and his Education Specialist (Ed.S.) and Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) in Educational Leadership from National Louis University. He is also the creator and host of the podcast Unapologetic Leadership which can be found across most platforms and on his website drmarcusbelin.com. During our conversation, we discussed time. Yes, that's right time. The fleeting resource that most of us wish we had more of so that we could accomplish all that we have to do. And yet this valuable resource is finite and thus we are forced to consider how we make the most of it. Marcus points out that our constant desire to “catch up” is a fallacy considering that we exist within an ever changing environment. Instead, he suggests that we examine our mission and vision to ensure that they are aligned with our actions so that we are moving in the right direction. Marcus also assures us that it is okay to set boundaries and give ourselves grace. Ready to hear more? Let's go. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/thecounternarrative/support

Successfully reinventing a college or university into a truly innovative school after cutting a major portion of programs sounds near impossible, but the experiences at National Louis University (NLU), a four-campus private institution in Chicago, proves that presidents and other decision-makers can achieve the same without having to rebuild trust in faculty and staff.  NLU is also the poster child of a university that successfully shakes the status quo. It provides no-cost tuition and grant-covered programs, supports an unprecedented student-first culture that promotes continuous change and accessibility, and has adopted a data-informed mentality to facilitate equity. To learn more about NLU's unique journey, Dr. Drumm McNaughton spoke with Nivine Megahed, Ph.D., National Louis University's 11th president who has spent more than 20 years making higher education more accessible for students of all backgrounds. Podcast Highlights Stop accepting existing norms. It's important to rethink the higher ed business model. Culture always trumps strategy. Don't shortchange culture because there will always be resistance that could jeopardize it. Embrace data to inform decisions. You can read the show transcript here: https://changinghighered.com/include-all-stakeholders-for-successful-higher-ed-transformation   About Our Guest Dr. Megahed is the 11th president of National Louis University, bringing more than 20 years of experience in making higher education more accessible for students of all backgrounds to one of the Chicago area's oldest and most innovative nonprofit universities. Her current strategic priorities at National Louis include creating the modern urban university focused on affordable, accessible, quality education that promotes student success, veterans' education, new frontiers in digital education, and education across the lifespan. About the Host Dr. Drumm McNaughton, host and consultant to higher ed institutions. To find out more about his services and read other thought leadership pieces, visit his firm's website, https://changinghighered.com/. The Change Leader's Social Media Links LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drdrumm/ Twitter: @thechangeldr Email: podcast@changinghighered.com Keywords: #changinghighered #thechangeleader #HigherEdTransformation

In this episode, I focus on the professor as a variable. How can a professor create great educational leaders for school communities?Dr. Carla Sparks is on today's show to discuss how her positive leadership approach is helping shape environments across school communities. She is the Educational Leadership Program Director at the Florida Regional Center Educational Leadership Studies Department National College of Education at National Louis University. In class, she teaches future educational leaders about the heart of leadership. In her free time, she chairs the dissertation committee and is an author. Most recently, she co-authored  the book, Be the Manatee, where she discusses the mind of leadership through the use animal metaphors. It is a help guide educational leaders with associative and reflective practices. So here is the call to action for educational leaders: You have the power to create a positive climate in your school that can directly impact the success of your teachers and students. Consider choosing to lead with your heart and mind using resonant leadership practices.  It is my hope that educational leaders will use a resonate leadership style to help create positive climates in schools across the country and increase the success of our students.Support the showPlease subscribe and share this podcast with a friend to spread the good!If you find value to this podcast, consider becoming a supporter with a $3 subscription. Click on the link to join: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2048018/supportTo help this podcast reach others, rate and review on Apple Podcasts! Go to Library, choose The Brighter Side of Education, and scroll down to Reviews. It's just that easy. Thank you!Want to share a story? Email me at drlisarichardsonhassler@gmail.com.Visit my website for resources: http://www.drlisarhassler.com The music in this podcast was written and performed by Brandon Picciolini of the Lonesome Family Band. Visit and follow him on Instagram. My publications: America's Embarrassing Reading Crisis: What we learned from COVID, A guide to help educational leaders, teachers, and parents change the game, is available on Amazon, Kindle, and Audible, and iTunes. My Weekly Writing Journal: 15 Weeks of Writing for Primary Grades on Amazon.World of Words: A Middle School Writing Notebook Using the Writing Process ...

Many breast cancer survivors second-guess their food choices and worry that the foods they love caused their breast cancer. But do you have to stop eating what you love to avoid recurrence?Cathy Leman is the registered dietitian, nutrition therapist, certified personal trainer and breast cancer survivor behind the Peaceful Plate, a program designed to help women stop feeling anxious and confused about food after breast cancer treatment.  Cathy graduated with honors from the University of Illinois at Chicago with a bachelor's in human nutrition and dietetics and holds a master's degree in health psychology from National Louis University. She shares her professional expertise and personal experience with the hormone-positive breast cancer community on the dam. mad. about BREAST CANCER blog.On this episode of The Breast of Everything, Cathy joins hosts Kim Schott and Dr. Linsey Gold to explain why she suggests a plant-forward diet with whole foods for breast cancer survivors. Cathy walks us through the three most common myths in the breast cancer community around what to eat and what to avoid and offers advice to survivors who are unhappy with their weight. Listen in to understand why there is no one ‘right' nutrition plan for every survivor and learn how to eat for breast health without enduring a diet of deprivation.Key Takeaways  Cathy's experience with hormone-positive breast cancer and why the diagnosis caught her off guardWhy Cathy suggests a plant-forward diet with whole foods if you've received a breast cancer diagnosisCathy's response to women who feel like they have to stop eating what they love to avoid recurrenceWhy there is no one ‘right' nutrition plan for every breast cancer survivor and what factors to take into consideration as you make food choices post-treatmentThe 3 most common myths in the breast cancer community re: what to eat and what to avoid and how to discern good advice from misinformationCathy's insight into 3 breast cancer diets that harm rather than healWhat foods Cathy recommends to clients to prevent cancer recurrence and what foods to avoidWhat research says about the link between alcohol and breast cancer and Cathy's advice to survivors who aren't prepared to give up drinking completelyHow chemotherapy, steroids and tamoxifen or aromatase inhibitor medication can cause weight gainCathy's advice to breast cancer survivors who are unhappy with their weightHow breast cancer survivors can leverage resistance training to improve bone healthHow Cathy's Peaceful Plate program helps hormone-positive breast cancer survivors end food anxietyConnect with Cathy The Peaceful PlateThe Peaceful Plate on FacebookCathy on InstagramCathy's BlogConnect with Dr. GoldThe Breast of EverythingThe Breast of Everything on InstagramThe Breast of Everything on FacebookSubscribe to The Breast of EverythingResources The 5 Foods Survivors Should Eat‘3 Breast Cancer Diets That Harm Not Heal'AICR Nutrition GuidelinesWorld Cancer Research Fund Continuous Update ProjectAICR Recommendations on Limiting Alcohol Consumption

Show SummaryOn this episode, we feature a conversation with Army veteran and military spouse Meg O'Grady, Senior Vice President for Military and Government Programs for the National University System. About Today's GuestMeg O'Grady has more than 25 years of experience creating outreach, transition, education, entrepreneur, and employment programs that engage the military community, transitioning service members, employers and federal agencies. She is the Senior Vice President for Military and Government Programs for the National University System where she leads a team that helps service members, military spouses and government organizations reach important milestones in their education and careers. She has led programs, campaigns and strategic partnerships across the highest levels of the armed forces, government, and corporate America.  As a senior leader in the U.S. Department of Defense, she was instrumental in creating the Spouse Education and Career Program which included launching the Military Spouse Employment Partnership with the White House Joining Forces Program in 2012. As an executive at First Data Corporation, she worked together with Syracuse University's Institute for Veterans and Military Families to develop and launch the Coalition for Veteran Owned Business, a coalition of Fortune 500 industry leaders committed to providing innovative solutions and thought leadership to grow and support veteran owned businesses in communities throughout the nation. Most recently at the U.S. Department of Labor Veterans' Employment and Training Service (VETS), she supported the Office of Strategic Outreach as the National Veterans' Employment Manager. Meg holds a Master of Education degree from National Louis University and was a member of the Class of 1990 at the United States Military Academy where she was an All-American swimmer. She has contributed to numerous articles and publications.Links Mentioned In This EpisodeNational University System Web siteNU Military and Veteran ProgramsPsychArmor Resource of the WeekThe PsychArmor Resource of the Week is the PsychArmor course Advising military students on higher education. In this course, you'll take a brief look at higher education and transition information for military students and be able to help them understand their higher education options.   You can find a link to the resource here: https://learn.psycharmor.org/courses/Advising-Military-Students-on-Higher-Education This Episode Sponsored By: This episode is sponsored by PsychArmor, the premier education and learning ecosystem specializing in military culture content. PsychArmor offers an online e-learning laboratory with custom training options for organizations.Contact Us and Join Us on Social Media Email PsychArmorPsychArmor on TwitterPsychArmor on FacebookPsychArmor on YouTubePsychArmor on LinkedInPsychArmor on InstagramTheme MusicOur theme music Don't Kill the Messenger was written and performed by Navy Veteran Jerry Maniscalco, in cooperation with Operation Encore, a non profit committed to supporting singer/songwriter and musicians across the military and Veteran communities.Producer and Host Duane France is a retired Army Noncommissioned Officer, combat veteran, and clinical mental health counselor for service members, veterans, and their families.  You can find more about the work that he is doing at www.veteranmentalhealth.com  

Dr. Marcus Belin serves as the Principal of Huntley High School and President of the Illinois Principals Association. Dr. Belin, native of Chicago, Illinois. attended Bradley University, where he received his bachelor's in elementary education (‘10) followed by a master's in education administration (‘14). He completed his doctorate at National Louis University in July 2020. Why it's important for kids to feel like they belong. Everyone who intercepts can pour into them If you signed up to work in a school and you think your title matters, you're in the wrong place. How do you make the interactions worthwhile? It's like watering plants. A teacher that has literally saved kids lives Classroom is a netflix genre. What a relationship can be, if trust is the foundation. They'll tell you those things that you want to hear, but also those things you don't want to hear. A pound of flesh in discipline restorative practices - it's not being soft. It was about punishment, then it was about discipline, now it is about learning. Remember what you told me. Restorative is not just about Classroom as a netflix genre. 720 episodes in a high school career. Kids come together for a time, help it be meaningful. How to be a transformative principal? to actively listen and hear the stories and voices that exist within your building. Sponsors Transformative Principal Mastermind Lead a school everyone can be proud of. Being a principal is tough work. You're pulled in all kinds of directions. You never have the time to do the work that really matters. Join me as I help school leaders find the time to do the work they became principals to do. I help you stop putting out fires and start leading. Learn more at https://transformativeprincipal.com Just Right Reader Just Right Reader Decodables are a great way to help your students learn how to read, with research-based strategies that are proven to be effective. Each grade level has over 100 books. Send books home in packs of ten, with video lessons accessible via QR codes on each book, with lessons in Spanish and English. Learn more at https://justrightreader.com

This week's guest, Dr. Marcus Belin, shares how a difficult start to his role as a Principal allowed him to appreciate, learn, and not regret the hard lessons of his leadership experience.    In this episode, we discuss: Setting Fire to the “Comfort Box” Showing Vulnerability and Transparency to your Staff And his podcast, Unapologetic Leadership About Dr. Marcus Belin: Born and raised on the Southside of Chicago, Dr. Belin learned the value of education at a very young age. That belief has carried him into my career as an educator and my commitment to making an indelible mark on the lives of my students and colleagues.  He attended Bradley University, where he received his bachelor's in elementary education followed by a master's in education administration. He completed his doctorate at National Louis University in July 2020. His career as a 5th- and 6th-grade social studies teacher at Quest Charter Academy, a brand new charter school that was opening its doors in Peoria.  He then became the Dean of Students at the newly opened Quest Charter Academy High School, and after two years was named the school's assistant principal. As a young administrator, he had the opportunity to help build the culture and structure of a new high school.  Just a few years later he became the assistant principal at Dunlap High School. With much to learn, he quickly became connected to the community and focused his work on creating opportunities for students at Dunlap. Working as part of an administrative team of exceptional leaders, his efforts were focused on building a culture of opportunity, including the formation of an alternative education program for students who were credit-deficient. In 2018, he became principal at Huntley High School, a large and forward-thinking high school in the far northwest suburbs of Chicago that has built a national reputation as a leader in revolutionizing how students learn. This role has been the biggest and most rewarding experience in his education career so far. His goal is to create and maintain a learning environment that is full of opportunity for all students, an equitable and supportive community, and a place where every student knows they are loved and cared about.  While climbing the ranks of administration. He currently serves as the first black President-elect of the Illinois Principals Association. He has dedicated time to IPA by serving the Central Illinois Valley Region of IPA as a board member,  the membership chair of the Kishwaukee Region, and as Legislative Chair on the State Board. In 2014, he was named one of Peoria's 40 Leaders Under 40. In 2020, awarded Illinois Principals Association Kishwaukee Region Principal of The Year award. Belin became a member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. during his time at Bradley.  Dr. Belin has a beautiful wife who is an awesome educator who loves kids and has a passion to help develop her fellow educators. The Belin team consists of three beautiful children, Maliyah, Makenzie, Mekhi.   Belin's drive and passion as a servant leader guide his commitment to the work as an educator and school leader. His ultimate goal is to serve as the United States Secretary of Education.  Follow Dr. Marcus Belin: Website: https://www.drmarcusbelin.com/ (https://www.drmarcusbelin.com/)  Twitter: https://twitter.com/MarcusJBelin (https://twitter.com/MarcusJBelin)  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drmarcusbelin/ (https://www.instagram.com/drmarcusbelin/)  Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcus-belin-ed-d-98095359/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/marcus-belin-ed-d-98095359/) https://www.amazon.com/Because-Teacher-II-Stories-Teaching/dp/194833450X?crid=11HDG9LWOYNFQ&keywords=george+couros&qid=1660410034&sprefix=george+couros%2Caps%2C107&sr=8-3&linkCode=ll1&tag=aspirewebsite-20&linkId=39de2166dd2458fdc02944028e4fae43&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl...

Terry Ciesla is the senior vice president of Scribe EMR, a remote scribing company that provides remote scribing, coding, and a variety of virtual assistance services. Prior to this, he served in various senior management positions for several healthcare service and IT vendors. He has also led startups of a medical transcription company as well as a successful venture that delivered artificial intelligence and analytics software to hospitals and physician practices in the form of computer-assisted coding (CAC), clinical document improvement (CDI), and revenue cycle management (RCM) software. Terry served as a healthcare administrator in the US Navy for 20 years. He possesses a Bachelor of Science degree in Healthcare Administration from National-Louis University. We talk about the different types of virtual scribe, like one that works with you contemporaneously vs. records the charts after the visit, ones that utilize AI, how they collect the information, and in what types of practices they are the most useful. 

Vision Values and Corporate Hypocrisy Dr. Kendall WilliamsInterview with Dr. Kendall Williams#Author #PublicSpeaker #KendallWilliamsHi, and welcome to the show!On today's show I have the pleasure of welcoming author, public speaker and lecturer, Dr. Kendall Williams to talk about his book Visions, Values, and Corporate Hypocrisy: The Highjacking of Corporate Conscience. And among other topics, we're going to take a deep dive into hypocrisy, and how it is impacting businesses, employees, and consumers.Dr Kendall hods a PhD in Industrial and Organizational Psychology from North Central University, an MA in Organization Management from the University of Phoenix, a Certificate in Executive Leadership from Cornell University, and a BA in Organizational Behavior from National-Louis University.Dr. Kendall has taught various undergraduate and graduate business courses at Penn State University, University of Phoenix, California-National University, and Freemont College. He also serves on the Advisory Board for University of California's Customer Experience Council.On today's content-rich call, Dr. Kendall shares insights into an organizations vision and values, and we take a deeper look at the impact of corporate hypocrisy. Dr. Williams also talks about how now, more than ever, companies have a duty to reverse the ‘profits before people' paradigm.To learn more about the topics discussed, or to contact Dr. Williams directly, click the link below.Disclosure of Material Connection: This is a “sponsored post.” My Future Business is disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.”

Stranded credits are a significant issue in higher ed institutions, impacting both schools and students. With new data arising on the subject, there is much to learn about potential solutions to the problem of stranded credits and how to keep students on track. James Ward joined a recent episode of Focus to shed light on the topic of stranded credits and solutions campuses can employ . Ward is a senior researcher at Ithaca S+R, where he leads research on higher ed institutions, finance, and policy issues. He also has experience in institutional research, worked with the National Association of College and University Business Officers (NACUBO), and teaches courses at National Louis University. What are Stranded Credits? Before diving into why stranded credits are an issue, it's important to have a full understanding of what they are first. “When we talk about stranded credits, we're talking about students who have an unpaid balance that they owe an institution. And because of that balance, they can't reenroll. And they can't access their transcripts to either transfer, or potentially use them for an employment related reason,” Ward explains. Research done by Ithaca S+R shows that an estimated 6.6 million students have stranded credits adding up to $15 billion in debt. This substantial problem for students and institutions requires solutions and provides an enormous opportunity for institutions to re-engage disaffected students, resolve debt, boost enrollment, and support students to complete degrees. Which Students are Affected? Ithaca S+R's research found stranded credits more prevalent in schools enrolling disproportionate numbers of historically underserved students. Students come into these institutions already at a disadvantage, which only compounds once they accrue stranded credits. While stranded credits broadly affect higher ed across all sectors and institution types, schools serving lower-income and minority students see a greater impact. Community colleges are the largest sector of higher ed to face this issue, with an estimated three million students carrying an average of $630 in stranded credit debt. On the flip side, small private institutions have a higher average cost per student of $5,700, but only have around 500,000 affected students. Students with stranded credits typically fall into one of three groups. The first are students who left school quickly after enrollment, either due to a change in plans or college not being the right choice and left without paying their fees. The second group is made up of students who were progressing through their degree normally, then encountered some financial setback that caused them to leave school and not pay their balance. Lastly, there are students who make it to the end of their degree with only a few credits or requirements left, and never pay their final bill. Understanding these three groups can aid campuses in encouraging students to get back into school and earn their credentials and help them in their longer-term life outcomes. Stranded Credit Solutions Ward suggests three solutions to the issue of stranded credits. First, policy bans can stop schools from withholding transcripts from students with unpaid debts. This solution helps students by freeing their transcripts to re-enroll, apply to jobs, and potentially pay back the credits, but debt will still follow them. Additionally, policy bans leave institutions with little to no recourse to collect debts. Gap loans provided by nonprofit organizations allow students to borrow money to get them out of current debt and back in the classroom. This option still saddles students with additional debt, which may not be the best option long-term. The final solution students have access to are debt forgiveness programs. These are mostly single institution programs, where colleges forgive unpaid balances and let students reenroll to pay off debts, or the debts are forgiven over time. Some schools even used Covid relief funds to help pay off unpaid balances. Colleges receive additional tuition revenue from that reenrollment, and students are still able to work towards their credentials while reducing debt. What Comes Next? While Ithaca S+R doesn't yet have statistical evidence of the success of these debt forgiveness programs, they have seen anecdotal evidence that the programs do in fact bring students back in. Ithaca S+R recently helped launched the Ohio Compact, a collection of eight schools with a system set up for debt forgiveness. Students who owe a balance to one of the colleges will be able to reenroll in any of the eight partner institutions. Their debts will be forgiven if they enroll over a certain number of terms, depending on how much was unpaid. The institutions will cross subsidize the debt, depending on where students owed and where they end up enrolling. Ward believes that this will be a model for other schools to build debt forgiveness programs from. Ward's final piece of advice as higher ed institutions begin to strategize potential solutions is to gather more relevant data. Find out who has unpaid balances, how much is left unpaid, why are balances left unpaid, what policies and codes are adding to student hurdles, and how successful debt forgiveness programs are, if the institution has any. As institutions begin to close this information gap, better solutions can be implemented that will lead to fewer students struggling with stranded debts. Special Guest: James Ward.

Lawrence founded Enrollment Rx in 2008 after he identified the growing need to improve upon traditional CRM technologies in the Higher Ed sector. Lawrence is committed to helping colleges and universities maximize the Salesforce Education Cloud.Lawrence earned a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Speech Communication from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and a Master of Science Degree in Electronic Commerce from National Louis University. This episode is brought to you by N2N's Illuminate App, The iPaaS for Higher Education. Learn more at https://illuminateapp.com/web/higher-education/Subscribe and listen to more episodes at IlluminateHigherEducation.comContact Lawrence Levy:https://www.linkedin.com/in/lawrence-levy-0bb4856Learn more about Enrollment Rx: https://www.enrollmentrx.com/   

This week on the podcast, my guest is Dr. Jared Smith. Jared is the Superintendent for the South Tama County School District. Jared holds a BA in Elementary and Middle Level Education from the University of Northern Iowa, an MS in Educational Leadership from National Louis University, and a PhD in Educational Leadership from Iowa State University. Jared has taught and coached at both the middle school and high school levels. Prior to taking his current role of superintendent, Jared worked as an assistant principal and principal for ten years. Jared is an award-winning blogger, the host of The Group Project Podcast, and recently released his first book - Learning Curve: Lessons Learned on Leadership, Education, and Personal Growth.  Jared was recently named the new Superintendent for the Waterloo Community School District. His duties will begin July 1st, 2022. For more visit https://www.drjaredsmith.com/ or follow him on social media at Twitter: @JaredSmithPhD Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jared.smith.90 (Jared Smith) IG: dr_jaredsmith Now is the time! Leadership teams are being reorganized across the US this spring. New members will be replacing members who are retiring or moving on to another role. New administrators will be leaping out of the classroom and into leadership for the very first time. Let's be INTENTIONAL with the development of our leadership teams for next year. High Performance Leadership Teams is designed to align each member of the new leadership team, to dig deep into the core values of the team, and to ultimately identify and plan the goals for the upcoming year. I would love to work with you and your team to help you achieve that High Performance that you are looking for, that your school and district deserve. Let's connect - email me at darrinmpeppard@roadtoawesome.net or call me at (307) 371-8947. It costs you nothing to have a conversation. Professional development with Road to Awesome is just a click away. Connect with us at roadtoawesome.net for leadership coaching and consulting, the High Performance Leadership Teams event, staff culture and climate professional development, and keynote and event/school kick-off speaking. Darrin will make your event awesome and have your team ready to roll on the #RoadToAwesome email Darrin at darrinmpeppard@roadtoawesome.net subscribe to our newsletter at roadtoawesome.net Got a book idea you'd like to pitch to the team at RtA? Go to https://roadtoawesome.net/our-services to submit your idea. Final thought for this set of show notes - folks, as educators we are changing the world and we do that one conversation at a time. Follow me on social media at @DarrinMPeppard on Twitter, Facebook, Instagram, Tik Tok, Alignable, and LinkedIn

I wonder how many of us lose our person and feel we have nothing to offer the world just because we fell in love... Debbie Di Verde tells us how creativity, community and the Church helped her recover from the toxic effects of a relationship that led to the loss of her children and almost the loss of her life's value.Debbie has starred in various stage productions including a role in Steel Magnolias as Truvy. She also has various film credits and published works under her belt. In her day job, she teaches Writing and Communication at National Louis University .To participate in Debbie's Writing for Healing Program, you can DM her on Instagram @debbiediverde.Please DM me on Instagram or Facebook @judithobatusa to let me know what you thought of this episode.If you'll love to share your story on the #MessyCantStopHer podcast, click here.  Thank you so much for listening! Music Credit:  https://indiefy.me/wanted-carter 

DO YOU FEEL LOVED AND RESPECTED IN YOUR RELATIONSHIP? On this episode we are joined by Darrell and Veronica Williams. Darrell and Veronica have been married for over two decades and use their experience to support and coach others.  We discuss: Knowing and leveraging your strengths in marriage The importance of holding yourself accountable Setting goals for your relationship For places to listen, places to connect on social media, to be a guest, collaborate with or sponsor DTE visit: https://linktr.ee/DisruptTheEveryday Darrell & Veronica's website: https://www.allianceseminars.org/   About Darrell Darrell brings his extensive experience as a master certified life coach and a member of the Federal Coaching Network.  He is a keynote speaker and workshop facilitator who provides clients with expertise in the realm of leadership, relationships, and purpose.  He has been involved in life coaching for many years and helps clients discern ways to restore and enrich personal and professional relationships.  His extensive research in the field includes Dr. Emerson Eggerichs, Dr. Gary Chapman, and Dr. Paul White, some of the most famous relationship specialists.  He has been married for over 20 years and cheerfully shares time-tested principles to strengthen relationships.  His leadership background includes 30 years of federal service highlighted by his selection as a White House Communications Agency All-Star and Senior Manager of the Year.  Additionally, he is a Defense Information Systems Agency Outstanding Mentor and Human Resources Team Lead of the Year. His leadership coaching is based on a stellar 20-year military career, where he traveled as an Operations and Vice Presidential Communications Officer, leading over 500 White House missions.  Following the tragedies of September 11, 2001, Darrell was selected as 1 of 5 key leaders, from 30 senior managers, to direct emergency action communications for the Vice President of the United States, to include duties as an Air Force Two Command Representative. In addition to being a master certified life coach, he is a certified facilitator who trained senior managers at the White House Communications Agency Training Academy to travel as Vice Presidential Team Leads, serving as the primary contact for the traveling White House Staff, while simultaneously training mid-level managers to travel as Presidential Operations Team Leads. He received numerous professional awards to include the Presidential Service Badge, Lacey B. Ivory Service Award, Roy Wilkins Renown Service Award, the National Louis University Reach Award, and the Strayer University Outstanding Alumni Award for his dedicated leadership in the community and Department of Defense.  Darrell holds a Bachelor of Science in Management from National Louis University and an MBA from Strayer University.    He is also a member of the White House Communications Agency Hall of Fame. ​ About Veronica Veronica brings her extensive experience as a master certified life coach, keynote speaker, and certified facilitator by providing clients with expertise in the areas of relationships, empowerment, and purpose. She has been involved in life coaching for many years and her experience has influenced women and strengthened couples throughout the Washington D.C. Metropolitan Area. She is a licensed minister and has been a part of community leadership and relationship building the greater part of her life. She utilizes her gifts, talents, and knowledge to encourage individuals where ever they are in their journey. She also coaches military wives as the spouse of a veteran, helping women maneuver through the challenges that come with a military lifestyle. This led to her selection as a Fort George G. Meade Volunteer of the Year. She has learned from National Marriage Conferences such as “I Still Do” and is certified to facilitate Family Life seminars, "The Art of Marriage," "The Art of Parenting,” as well as the "5 Languages of Appreciation at Work." She leads a relationship coaching program and facilitated a weekly community couples life study for 7 years. She has researched and taught time-tested marital principles from relationship experts such as Dr. Gary Chapman, Dr. Willard Harley, and Dr. Emerson Eggerichs just to name a few. Her commitment to couples has been so impactful, she received permission from national marriage experts to utilize their materials and lead Train-The-Trainer relationship workshops through Alliance Seminars Coaching. She has lived her life in such a way that her marriage is an example, as to what can happen when a foundation is at the center of a relationship. Veronica and her husband have been enjoying their "healthy hook-up" for over 23 years and together, they form a dynamic team.