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The Rich Zeoli Show- Hour 3: 5:05pm- According to a report from NJ.com, the New Jersey Education Association (NJEA) has contributed $22.25 million to benefit Sean Spiller's NJ gubernatorial campaign. Spiller, who didn't have enough state-wide support to qualify for two upcoming Democrat primary debates, is a former high school science biology teacher who also leads the NJEA. He earns $370,000 per year. Rich wonders: how is this legal? 5:25pm- Montage: Every year, since 1993, Senator Bernie Sanders (I-VT) has warned that America's evolution toward an oligarchy is imminent. But he doesn't seem to have any concerns over George Soros's massive contributions to progressive figures. PLUS, Sanders lectured an audience at Coachella about economic justice. Notably, Coachella tickets cost between $600 and $1,400… 5:40pm- Gerald Posner—Award-Winning Investigative Journalist & Author of the book “Case Closed: Lee Harvey Oswald and the Assassination of JFK”—joins The Rich Zeoli Show to discuss his latest article, “Fighting Each Other: How U.S. Intelligence Rivalries Hampered the Battle Against Islamic Terrorism.” You can read the full article here: https://www.skeptic.com/article/how-american-intelligence-rivalries-hampered-the-battle-against-islamic-terrorism/. Weekday afternoons on Talk Radio 1210 WPHT, Rich Zeoli gives the expert analysis and humorous take that we need in this crazy political climate. Along with Executive Producer Matt DeSantis and Justin Otero, the Zeoli show is the next generation of talk radio and you can be a part of it weekday afternoons 3-7pm.

The Rich Zeoli Show- Full Episode (04/14/2025): 3:05pm- A 38-year-old Harrisburg man was charged with setting fire to the Pennsylvania Governor's mansion. According to reports, the man threw two Molotov cocktails into the residence and planned to beat Governor Josh Shapiro with a hammer. Thankfully, Shapiro and his family were unharmed. President Donald Trump condemned the act and stated: “A thing like that cannot be allowed to happen.” Meanwhile, late last week, Shawn Monper—a man from Butler County, Pennsylvania—was charged with threatening to kill President Donald Trump and Elon Musk in videos posted to his YouTube channel “Mr. Satan.” Monper allegedly began purchasing guns after Trump's inauguration. 3:15pm- During an interview with CNN's “MisinfoNation” with host Donie O'Sullivan, former Washington Post and New York Times reporter Taylor Lorenz referred to Luigi Mangione as a “morally good man.” Mangione has been charged with assassinating UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thomas. In the past, Lorenz has baselessly suggested that Thomas and his company were guilty of murder for denying healthcare coverage. Last week, when questioned by the press, Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer declined to condemn violence against Tesla vehicles and their drivers—instead opting to condemn Elon Musk's work on behalf of the Trump Administration. Why isn't the left vociferously condemning politically motivated violence in America? 3:30pm- While speaking with the press from the Oval Office alongside President Donald Trump, El Salvador President Nayib Bukele revealed that he has no plans to return Abrego Garcia who was deported to El Salvador after the Trump Administration determined he was in the U.S. illegally and a member of the gang MS-13. In a recent ruling, the Supreme Court determined that Garcia's deportation was, in part, the result of an “administrative error” and that he should be returned to the United States—though, after the error is corrected, the man would ultimately be eligible for deportation anyway. While speaking with the press, Homeland Security Advisor Stephen Miller denied an administrative error ever occurred. The Trump Administration also noted that because Garcia is a citizen of El Salvador, they have no recourse if Bukele denies their request for release. 4:00pm- Bill D'Agostino—Senior Research Analyst at Media Research Center—joins The Rich Zeoli Show to breakdown some of the best (and worst) clips from corporate media: a Boston Globe senior opinion writer compares the modern American economy to the 1930s, Dana Bash insists CNN doesn't hate America, Taylor Lorenz describes the man responsible for assassinating healthcare CEO Brian Thomas as “morally good,” and Democrats STILL (somehow) want Kamala Harris to be their presidential candidate in 2028. 4:30pm- Appearing on ABC News, sports broadcaster Stephen A. Smith said he has “no choice” but to at least consider a presidential run in 2028. Rich notes that he has no chance of winning a primary contest—because he isn't sufficiently “woke” for Democrat voters. On his podcast, Bill Maher argued that the Democrat Party has gone too far placating the “woke”—and it risks making the party “irrelevant.” 4:50pm- Jeff Bezos's Blue Origin aerospace company sent an all-female crew into space on Monday—including pop singer Katy Perry! In a clip that has gone viral on social media, Perry tells a journalist about how she reads about string theory in her spare time…but it's hilariously clear she has no idea what she's talking about. 5:05pm- According to a report from NJ.com, the New Jersey Education Association (NJEA) has contributed $22.25 million to benefit Sean Spiller's NJ gubernatorial campaign. Spiller, who didn't have enough state-wide support to qualify for two upcoming Democrat primary debates, is a former high school science biology teacher who also leads the NJEA. He earns $370,000 per year. Rich wonders: how is this legal? 5:25pm- Montage: Every year, since ...

Have you seen the stories of $35M dollars going from New Jersey Education Association to Union President Sean Spiller's Gubernatorial Run? NJEA needs to have One Leg Up for Jersey KIDS not Trenton! https://www.nytimes.com/2025/0... Also some thoughts on Holy Week, one of my dad's favorite weeks of the year (https://alexgarrettblog.wordpr...

Have you seen the stories of $35M dollars going from New Jersey Education Association to Union President Sean Spiller's Gubernatorial Run? NJEA needs to have One Leg Up for Jersey KIDS not Trenton! https://www.nytimes.com/2025/0... Also some thoughts on Holy Week, one of my dad's favorite weeks of the year (https://alexgarrettblog.wordpr...

1 - NJ Assemblywoman Dawn Fantasia joins us to discuss the ridiculous bill that would allow teachers to not have to pass reading and writing certification tests, essentially proving you are able to read. What are the excuses that the NJEA using to quantify why eliminating reading requirements? Why would they eliminate the “highly effective” status of teachers? 115 - Who would win in a fight, Elon or Zuckerberg? Is Giant revolting against Big Food? 120 - We return to Zuckerberg speaking on switching Facebook to community notes like they have on X. Girl Scout Cookies are back, but two are leaving. Your calls. 135 - Is this Levittown real estate price hike a reflection of scornful Joe Biden's America as he wrecks everything on his way out? 155 - Dan time, Duckie time. Jon Cryer whines about the election on Bill Maher's show and doubles down on woke.

12 - Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery, as Mark Zuckerberg looks to move Facebook from fact checkers to community notes, much like X has. 1210 - Side question - all time heartbreak 1220 - How fraudulent is having remote learning on days where school should just be snowed-out? 1230 - Broad + Liberty Author Beth Ann Rosica joins us today to discuss her new article on boys competing in girls sports. Is this more of a safety issue for women or is it more of a fairness issue? Why did the term “sex” suddenly change in the 2020's? How did the Moms4Liberty lawsuit affect things? 1250 - What is going on with the real estate prices in Levittown? 1 - NJ Assemblywoman Dawn Fantasia joins us to discuss the ridiculous bill that would allow teachers to not have to pass reading and writing certification tests, essentially proving you are able to read. What are the excuses that the NJEA using to quantify why eliminating reading requirements? Why would they eliminate the “highly effective” status of teachers? 115 - Who would win in a fight, Elon or Zuckerberg? Is Giant revolting against Big Food? 120 - We return to Zuckerberg speaking on switching Facebook to community notes like they have on X. Girl Scout Cookies are back, but two are leaving. Your calls. 135 - Is this Levittown real estate price hike a reflection of scornful Joe Biden's America as he wrecks everything on his way out? 155 - Dan time, Duckie time. Jon Cryer whines about the election on Bill Maher's show and doubles down on woke. 2 - The Pope has appointed a new U.S. Cardinal and he is regarded as one of the most progressive leaders in the Church 205 - NJ Congressman Jeff Van Drew joins us to talk about his new promotion within the Senate. How will this job help to combat the corruption agencies like the FBI and the DOJ? How will Trump react to Biden's order on offshore oil drilling? Will Trump rename the Gulf of Mexico and take over Greenland? What has changed since Jeff has become a Congressman, and what does he expect from this year? 210 - Money Melody! 215 - Winner? 235 - Linda Kerns joins us to celebrate Trump's electron win certification. Will we ever wrap up election counting by 10pm on Election Day? What is Linda working on in this new year? What will the festivities on Inauguration Day look like? 250 - Lightning Round!

Full Hour | In today's third hour, Dom leads off the Dom Giordano Program by revealing news that the Camden School District plans to offer new hires a $10,000 bonus for teaching in their district. Dom tells that New Jersey's teachers union, NJEA, has spoken out against the bonuses, pointing out how hypocritical it is to speak out against something like this while biding themselves as pro-teacher rather than pro-union. Then, Dom tells that Sea Isle City is planning to implement a curfew, explaining why he's against a curfew as he believes it doesn't work. Then, Dom updates the marijuana situation in New Jersey, reporting some problems in sales due to high prices, and also provides a running update of the mayoral race in Philadelphia, asking whether the police endorsement helps or hurts Democratic candidates. (Photo by Getty Images)

Full Hour | In today's second hour, Dom welcomes New Jersey State Senator Mike Testa back onto the Dom Giordano Program to discuss a column he penned for SaveJersey.com titled ‘It's time for the NJEA to take a hard look in the mirror,' which calls out the New Jersey Education Association for their recent convention in Atlantic City last month. Testa writes, “instead of focusing on the things that matter to parents and their children, such as recouping grave learning losses due to draconian shutdowns of our schools, the NJEA felt it was worthwhile to host a drag queen story hour and invited irrelevant social justice warriors Nikole Hannah Jones and David Hogg to speak.” Testa explains to Dom why he felt the need to pen the column, pointing to the prioritization of political issues over something like strategizing with teachers to reduce and make up for the monumental loss of learning during the Coronavirus pandemic. Then, Dom welcomes in former congressman Col. Allen B. West to discuss the decision by the Biden administration to trade ‘The Merchant of Death' Viktor Bout in exchange for wrongfully imprisoned WNBA star Brittney Griner. Col. West, who made national news speaking out against the Obama administration when dealing with the release of Bowe Bergdahl, draws comparisons between the Bergdahl situation and what we're seeing play out with Griner. West tells about the political aspects of such a release, and argues why he's vehemently against allowing somebody like ‘the Merchant of Death' to walk free. Also, Dom gets West's thoughts on the Georgia runoff election, with West explaining what Republican candidate Herschel Walker and the rest of the Party could have done to further the chances of Republicans in the election. (Photo by Alex Grimm/Getty Images)

Dom welcomes New Jersey State Senator Mike Testa back onto the Dom Giordano Program to discuss a column he penned for SaveJersey.com titled ‘It's time for the NJEA to take a hard look in the mirror,' which calls out the New Jersey Education Association for their recent convention in Atlantic City last month. Testa writes, “instead of focusing on the things that matter to parents and their children, such as recouping grave learning losses due to draconian shutdowns of our schools, the NJEA felt it was worthwhile to host a drag queen story hour and invited irrelevant social justice warriors Nikole Hannah Jones and David Hogg to speak.” Testa explains to Dom why he felt the need to pen the column, pointing to the prioritization of political issues over something like strategizing with teachers to reduce and make up for the monumental loss of learning during the Coronavirus pandemic. (Photo by Getty Images)

We are super excited to have had the chance to sit down with Melissa Tomlinson, a founding member of Badass Teachers Association, as well as a member of NJ21United and NJEA! We learned a lot about what teachers like us can do in order to move agendas forward - and what unions are unable to do (since we've done some complaining about the union in our time). Overall, it was great to have Melissa on, and we hope you will listen and connect with Badass Teachers Association! Badass Teachers: https://www.badassteacher.org/ NJ21United: https://www.nj21united.org/ We also partake in our usual silliness, including a discussion of animals, as well as our mea culpa concerning Flip Flippen (sorry again, Flip!). Thanks to Max Siskind, of the "Max and Maks in the Morning" podcast, for voicing our intro. Email: WTBOTTCast@gmail.com FB: Will This Be On The Test? Teacher Pod Instagram: WTBOTTCast Twitter: Will This Be On The Test? (Teacher Pod) Reddit: r/WTBOTT_Teacher_Pod Website: https://anchor.fm/wtbott-teacher-pod YouTube: www.youtube.com/channel/UCO9hAtR0tB33lO5od4GSUbg

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NJEA released an ad that attacks parents and essentially calls them extremists. Thankfully, some parents are fighting back against it. 

11:00 - Dawn returns discussing the shootings in the past couple of days, starting with the one that took place at a local rec center.   11:05 - A Philadelphia mom is suing the school district over mask mandates and the rules that surround non-masking students. 11:10 - **What does the CHOP policy lab say regarding masks in schools? NJEA takes aim at parents going to school board meetings to defend kids from what they think is wrong.   11:20 - The NAACP is out in Sharon Hill over the death of Fanta Bility. They want full transparency on how the child was shot.    11:30 - *Dr. E.J. Antoni joins the show again to talk about the economy, how restaurants are impacted, plummeting home ownership rates, insane debt, and how Biden has done the complete opposite of what he set out to do.   11:50 - Allen Weisselberg has pleaded guilty and will cooperate with officials. Texas National Guard is under fire for video of officials opening a gate onto a private property. The CDC celebrates 75 years as the lead public health agency and they commemorate by holding a meeting over how the agency works.    11:55 - Finally we end the show with thoughts by Dawn

What is the role of the SLP on the tongue tie team? In this episode, Lisa interviews Robyn Merkel-Walsh MA, CCC-SLP/COM® owner of Diamond MYO/Mouths in Motion Mentoring. Robyn is a Licensed Speech Pathologist, TalkTools® Instructor, Board Certified Orofacial Myologist®, Board Chair , Oral Motor Institute, Member of ASHA, NJEA, AAPPSPA, NJSHA, IAOM, ICAP, Beckman Trained, PROMPT Trained, SLS Certified and a Breathe Institute-Ambassador. Robyn explains the role of an SLP in helping patients with tongue tie maximize their potential. She says that tongue tie can cause a myriad of problems, that manifest over time, including difficulty breastfeeding, thumb sucking, dental malocclusion, bed wetting, night terrors, and sleep disordered breathing. Robyn emphasizes the the importance of the team approach to tongue tie treatment at every life stage. In this episode, you will learn the following: 1. The role of the speech therapist in treating tongue tie and how it goes beyond what is learned in school 2. The controversy surrounding oral motor therapy 3. The many symptoms that can be associated with tethered oral tissues beyond breastfeeding Robyn's Reources: https://talktools.com/pages/publications https://www.robynmerkelwalsh.com/publications-research HALF PRICE SUMMER SALE - sign up today here: Professional's Guide to Tongue Tie in the Breastfeeding Infant 4 LCerps now included. Watch at your own pace and earn lactation credit. But this isn't just for lactation consultants. ALL members of the Tongue Tie Team are welcome and will benefit from this course. Click for all of the details: Professional's Guide to Tongue Tie in the Breastfeeding Infant For other Tongue Tie Experts links for parents and professionals: https://www.tonguetieexperts.net/link A gentle disclaimer. Please do not consider anything discussed on this podcast, by myself or any guest of the podcast, to be medical advice. The information is provided for educational purposes only and does not take the place of your own medical or lactation provider.

The Scarlet Spotlight honors the memory of former Rutgers athletic director Bob Mulcahy, who passed away on Feb. 7 at 85 years old. We are joined on Episode 102 by his former deputy AD Kevin MacConnell and NJ Advance Media reporter Keith Sargeant. KMac and Sarge cover Mulcahy's legacy -- from hiring Greg Schiano, to his time at the NJEA to his relatively sudden departure from Rutgers Athletics in 2009. After the interview, Danny and Jon discuss Rutgers men's basketball's resurgence, Danny's trip to Madison, and news and notes around RU Athletics.   Learn more and stay up to date at thescarletspotlight.com  Email - thescarletspotlight@gmail.com  Join the Facebook Group - The Scarlet Spotlight  Follow the show on Twitter - @scarletspotRU  Instagram - @thescarletspotlight/  Follow Danny Breslauer on Twitter: @DannyBreslauer  Follow Jon Newman on Twitter: @jonnew   

The final episode of Season One.....Today, we sit down and chat with the one-and-only Gabriel A. Tanglao (he/him).  Gabe (as he prefers to be called) serves as associate director of NJEA's new office of Human & Civil Rights, Equity and Governance. As a Filipino-American educator and union-activist, Gabriel carries on a tradition of freedom fighting as co-founder of the REAL Movement.Gabe also co-hosts the podcast "Continental Shifts", where he explores his heritage and the challenges he faces as an educator. #IamReal #NJEA #Equity

This week, Angel sits down to chat with Amanda Adams (she/her),  an associate director of the NJEA Professional Development and Instructional Issues Division. Amanda also serves as coordinator of the ACCESS (A Community Collective for Equitable and Sustainable Schools) Model. She is a Master ACE Interface Trainer, and another hard-working co-founder of the REAL Movement.Let us hear what stories she has to share...

This week we are joined by Felicia Davis (she/her). Felicia currently works  as an administrative assistant in the Professional Development & Instructional Issues division of NJEA, and has lended her talents to them for the past 18 years. Prior to that she worked as a secretary in the UniServ HQ division for three years. She is a valued member of the REAL Staff Advisory Council, and co-founder of the REAL Movement.She won't lose, and we believe her. Let us hear her stories...

This week, we are joined by Steve Beatty (he/him). Steve is a 25+ year high school social studies teacher in the Bridgewater-Raritan schools. Today, he serves as an officer of the NJEA, and is heavily involved in the various initiatives and work on racial, social, and economic justice. Let us hear his stories...

While your wallet might be feeling a little light during the holiday season, we're here to keep you feeling rich and enriched. Who better to do that than Rich Wilson (he/him)? Rich is an Associate Director in the Professional Development and Instructional Issues Division at NJEA where he serves as Coordinator of the NJEA Teacher Leader Academy. Prior to becoming NJEA staff in 2011, he spent thirty years as a special education teacher. He is also a co-founder of the REAL Movement, and a brilliant storyteller. Let's listen in...

This week we are graced by Shan Byrd (she/her) as she shares some amazing stories and life lessons. Shan is a Restorative Justice Coordinate for New Brunswick Public Schools. Her work has also led her to become a NJEA Professional Development Consultant, and co-founder of the REAL Movement.

In this week's episode, we listen to the story of Ikechukwu Onyema (he/him). Ike  is a chemistry teacher in East Orange Public Schools, who also co-founded the MAPSO Freedom School, co-founded  the REAL Movement, and  is an organizer of the STEAM Teacher Leaders for Racial Literacy.

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Rich discussed Governor Murphy standing by his mandate to have facemasks on students 2-years-old and older for the entire school day by playing on parents' own fears. Parents are afraid if Murphy is stopped from mandating masks, he'll just shut down schools with pressure from the highly political NJEA.  Photo by: Bennett Raglin / Stringer See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Follow our Hosts Sean M. Spiller | @SpillerForNJEA Jeff Bradbury | @JeffBradbury Subscribe to Member Voices We are proud to be listed in the Apple Podcasts Directory. Please take a moment and subscribe to this show on your favorite podcast player today! Show Hosts Sean Spiller Sean Spiller, a high school science teacher in the Wayne public schools, is vice president of the New Jersey Education Association. Spiller was elected as NJEA vice president beginning Sept. 1, 2017. At NJEA, Spiller has served as chair of the Congressional Contact Committee, as a member of the Urban Education Committee and as an ethnic minority-at large representative to the Delegate Assembly. He was also a member of the National Council of Urban Education Associations (NCUEA). Jeffrey Bradbury Jeffrey Bradbury, author of Kidblog: An Introduction to Blogging With Your Students, is the creator of TeacherCast.net, TeacherCast University, and Educational Podcasting Today, is an ASCD Emerging Leader, Google Certified Teacher, Google Education Trainer, PBS Learning Media Digital Innovator, speaker, writer, broadcaster, consultant and educational media specialist. He is currently the Coordinator for Technology Integration for the Westwood Regional School District in New Jersey.  In 2012, Jeff was recognized as one of Top 50 educators using social media at the first-ever Bammy Awards and has been nominated three times in the category of Innovator of the Year. Jeff has Keynoted for the Pearson Authentic Learning Conference, EdTechNJ and most recently at Columbia University's Teacher College and Podcast Mid-Atlantic.

Jennifer Jamison is a certified school library media specialist with a Masters in Library Science from Rowan University, professional librarian and elementary education certificates that allow her to make connections while providing high quality support to her colleagues and school community. Mrs. Jamison is employed by the Atlantic City School District establishing five unique library spaces throughout her tenure. Her expertise has been recognized locally and nationally, earning the 2013 American Association of School Librarian's  National School Library Program of the Year for the exemplary program at Pennsylvania Avenue elementary school, the recipient of the 2013  “I Love my Librarian”  national award by ALA/New York Times/Carnegie, the 2014 NJ Center of the Book “Miss Rumphius Award” and Pennsylvania avenue Teacher of the Year.  Jamison currently works at the Atlantic City High School navigating the new digital landscape shaped in part of COVID19 promoting equitable access to resources for her students and faculty.  Jamison is a proud member of the Atlantic County Education Association, New Jersey Association of School Librarians, American Association of School Librarians, and American Library Association. Jamison's other passions are Sean, Mary Grace, Michael, gardening, spin and yoga. Follow our Hosts Sean M. Spiller | @SpillerForNJEA Jeff Bradbury | @JeffBradbury Subscribe to Member Voices We are proud to be listed in the Apple Podcasts Directory. Please take a moment and subscribe to this show on your favorite podcast player today! Show Hosts Sean Spiller Sean Spiller, a high school science teacher in the Wayne public schools, is vice president of the New Jersey Education Association. Spiller was elected as NJEA vice president beginning Sept. 1, 2017. At NJEA, Spiller has served as chair of the Congressional Contact Committee, as a member of the Urban Education Committee and as an ethnic minority-at large representative to the Delegate Assembly. He was also a member of the National Council of Urban Education Associations (NCUEA). Jeffrey Bradbury Jeffrey Bradbury, author of Kidblog: An Introduction to Blogging With Your Students, is the creator of TeacherCast.net, TeacherCast University, and Educational Podcasting Today, is an ASCD Emerging Leader, Google Certified Teacher, Google Education Trainer, PBS Learning Media Digital Innovator, speaker, writer, broadcaster, consultant and educational media specialist. He is currently the Coordinator for Technology Integration for the Westwood Regional School District in New Jersey.  In 2012, Jeff was recognized as one of Top 50 educators using social media at the first-ever Bammy Awards and has been nominated three times in the category of Innovator of the Year. Jeff has Keynoted for the Pearson Authentic Learning Conference, EdTechNJ and most recently at Columbia University's Teacher College and Podcast Mid-Atlantic.

  Joyce Farr is a fervent advocate for all educators, students and in particular, language minority students. A multilingual ESL professional, teaching middle and high school students, she has been involved in various levels of the association at the county and state level, political canvassing for pro-education candidates and social justice activism. She currently serves on the NJEA Minority and Leadership Recruitment Committee and Women in Education Committee, and served on the NEA Resolutions Committee as an Alternate and the NJTESOL/NJBE Executive Board. She is also one of NJEA's Equity Alliance cadre of trainers from the 2017 cohort and is involved with social justice and immigrant justice groups to promote diversity, equity and inclusion. Whilst leisure is a luxury, Joyce enjoys reading, traveling and learning about different cultures.   Follow our Hosts Sean M. Spiller | @SpillerForNJEA Jeff Bradbury | @JeffBradbury Subscribe to Member Voices We are proud to be listed in the Apple Podcasts Directory. Please take a moment and subscribe to this show on your favorite podcast player today! Show Hosts Sean Spiller Sean Spiller, a high school science teacher in the Wayne public schools, is vice president of the New Jersey Education Association. Spiller was elected as NJEA vice president beginning Sept. 1, 2017. At NJEA, Spiller has served as chair of the Congressional Contact Committee, as a member of the Urban Education Committee and as an ethnic minority-at large representative to the Delegate Assembly. He was also a member of the National Council of Urban Education Associations (NCUEA). Jeffrey Bradbury Jeffrey Bradbury, author of Kidblog: An Introduction to Blogging With Your Students, is the creator of TeacherCast.net, TeacherCast University, and Educational Podcasting Today, is an ASCD Emerging Leader, Google Certified Teacher, Google Education Trainer, PBS Learning Media Digital Innovator, speaker, writer, broadcaster, consultant and educational media specialist. He is currently the Coordinator for Technology Integration for the Westwood Regional School District in New Jersey.  In 2012, Jeff was recognized as one of Top 50 educators using social media at the first-ever Bammy Awards and has been nominated three times in the category of Innovator of the Year. Jeff has Keynoted for the Pearson Authentic Learning Conference, EdTechNJ and most recently at Columbia University's Teacher College and Podcast Mid-Atlantic.  

Angel Santiago is an elementary school teacher at Loring Flemming Elementary school in Blackwood, New Jersey. Santiago is the 2020-2021 New Jersey State Teacher of the Year. His passion for education is rooted in fostering strong relationships with his students, their families, his colleagues, and the communities in which he serves. Angel believes that if a diverse workforce and engaging students engage in community service, are instrumental in closing the equity gap in many communities. Follow our Hosts Sean M. Spiller | @SpillerForNJEA Jeff Bradbury | @JeffBradbury Subscribe to Member Voices We are proud to be listed in the Apple Podcasts Directory. Please take a moment and subscribe to this show on your favorite podcast player today! Show Hosts Sean Spiller Sean Spiller, a high school science teacher in the Wayne public schools, is vice president of the New Jersey Education Association. Spiller was elected as NJEA vice president beginning Sept. 1, 2017. At NJEA, Spiller has served as chair of the Congressional Contact Committee, as a member of the Urban Education Committee and as an ethnic minority-at large representative to the Delegate Assembly. He was also a member of the National Council of Urban Education Associations (NCUEA). Jeffrey Bradbury Jeffrey Bradbury, author of Kidblog: An Introduction to Blogging With Your Students, is the creator of TeacherCast.net, TeacherCast University, and Educational Podcasting Today, is an ASCD Emerging Leader, Google Certified Teacher, Google Education Trainer, PBS Learning Media Digital Innovator, speaker, writer, broadcaster, consultant and educational media specialist. He is currently the Coordinator for Technology Integration for the Westwood Regional School District in New Jersey.  In 2012, Jeff was recognized as one of Top 50 educators using social media at the first-ever Bammy Awards and has been nominated three times in the category of Innovator of the Year. Jeff has Keynoted for the Pearson Authentic Learning Conference, EdTechNJ and most recently at Columbia University's Teacher College and Podcast Mid-Atlantic.

CARLA DAVIS- SMITH; Innovative HS Mental Health Program Creator(recognized by NJEA & Gov. Phil Murphy) TOPIC: Carla Davis-Smith's volunteer journey for the greater good of mankind with special emphasis on children's mental health. The month of May being Mental Health Month brings into focus her much needed, timely and relevant work during the pandemic. These are some of the events she hosted: · A clinician provided stress reduction techniques and coping strategies to students faced with isolation issues and challenges with attending school remotely · One on one visits with nineteen (19) students at their homes, these students were specifically from Atlantic City High School population identified as facing homelessness and being displaced – hygienic care packages and a voucher for a meal at a local restaurant were presented to these students on Valentine's Day · Conversations with male students and their parents – Presenter Nate Evans, Jr., motivational speaker and best-selling author of “I love you: Letters of Love from Black Men to Black Boys”. Participants were presented with a copy of his book and a gift voucher for services to a local barber shop · Two (2) paint parties hosted by an art teacher from Atlantic City High School and a local artist from the community. · Upcoming Road Safety Awareness session on May 27th with a presenter from AAA These are a some of the events that were offered to our students via zoom with the objective of encouraging them and also checking in from a mental health angle. But, Carla's volunteer journey did not ignite due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Her work goes back to being an adolescent growing up in Jamaica. She has been involved in Key Club (youth arm of the Kiwanis Club) during high school; Leo Club (youth arm of Lions International); student liaison for AFS-USA, which is an international, voluntary, non-government, non-profit organization that provide intercultural learning opportunities to help people develop the knowledge, skills and understanding needed to create a more just and peaceful world; Court Appointed Special Advocate (CASA) volunteer; Girl Scouts of Central & Southern New Jersey troop leaders for troop #11223 & 12278; President & Fundraising Coordinator for Atlantic City High School Track & Field Parent Association. Carla's is passionate about nurturing and investing in our youths (our future). Her belief is “a that community is nothing without the health and well being of our children – our future”!

  National Education Association and NJEA ESP of the Year 2021, Kim Scott-Hayden, travels the state and nation, in person and virtually. As an inventory control clerk and President of the East Orange Maintenance Association, Kim is an amazing activist and advocate for ESPs.  She shares her vision that professional development opportunities for ESP members, improving their work skills, are vital to the success of the “whole child.” ESPs are a valued and integral part of the school community. Hosted by NJEA Vice President Sean M. Spiller and New Jersey educator Jeffrey Bradbury. Follow our Hosts Sean M. Spiller | @SpillerForNJEA Jeff Bradbury | @JeffBradbury Subscribe to Member Voices We are proud to be listed in the Apple Podcasts Directory. Please take a moment and subscribe to this show on your favorite podcast player today! Show Hosts Sean Spiller Sean Spiller, a high school science teacher in the Wayne public schools, is vice president of the New Jersey Education Association. Spiller was elected as NJEA vice president beginning Sept. 1, 2017. At NJEA, Spiller has served as chair of the Congressional Contact Committee, as a member of the Urban Education Committee and as an ethnic minority-at large representative to the Delegate Assembly. He was also a member of the National Council of Urban Education Associations (NCUEA). Jeffrey Bradbury Jeffrey Bradbury, author of Kidblog: An Introduction to Blogging With Your Students, is the creator of TeacherCast.net, TeacherCast University, and Educational Podcasting Today, is an ASCD Emerging Leader, Google Certified Teacher, Google Education Trainer, PBS Learning Media Digital Innovator, speaker, writer, broadcaster, consultant and educational media specialist. He is currently the Coordinator for Technology Integration for the Westwood Regional School District in New Jersey.  In 2012, Jeff was recognized as one of Top 50 educators using social media at the first-ever Bammy Awards and has been nominated three times in the category of Innovator of the Year. Jeff has Keynoted for the Pearson Authentic Learning Conference, EdTechNJ and most recently at Columbia University’s Teacher College and Podcast Mid-Atlantic.    

Candidate for Governor of New Jersey, Jack Ciattarelli, joined Rich to discuss the NJEA declining to host a meeting with Ciattarelli after he asked to broadcast the meeting to the public.  He also spoke on the NJ legislator still unable to actually legislate under Governor Murphy's emergency power order due to the coronavirus.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today on The Rich Zeoli Show, Rich discussed the pause on the Johnson & Johnson vaccine after just 6 patients experienced blood clotting after their shots. 6 out of 6.5 million distributed vaccinations of J & J. Creating unnecessary doubt over a very effective vaccine against the coronavirus.  Candidate for Governor of New Jersey, Jack Ciattarelli, joined Rich to discuss the NJEA declining to host a meeting with Ciattarelli after he asked to broadcast the meeting to the public.  He also spoke on the NJ legislature still unable to actually legislate under Governor Murphy's emergency power order due to the coronavirus. Photo by: Michael M. Santiago / Staff See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

ASHA von LIEBTAG, Ed.M./ M.A: Founder of Lit to Liberate LLC, Educational Consultant, Motivational Speaker, Teacher Mentor CONTACT INFO: asha@littoliberate.com website: www.littoliberate.com Asha von Liebtag is certified within the state of New Jersey as an English supervisor and teacher of English, K-12, with pending Principal Certificate of Eligibility. With a Bachelors in English, an Ed.M. in English Education, and a M.A. in Educational Leadership, she served over a decade teaching English literature curriculum in Blue Ribbon schools ranked in the top 20 in New Jersey and in the top 500 nationally according to the US News and World Report. With experience teaching in charter and public, Abbott and affluent, middle and high school settings in classes ranging from modified, college prep, honors and AP Literature, she uses evidence-based curriculum and data analysis to improve teaching, learning, and instructional methods that promote student achievement and academic rigor in accordance with NJSLS Standards. She has developed English literature curriculum for high school and has created academic coaching curriculum for a private educational organization to help support and transition 1st year college students through virtual schooling during the Covid-19 pandemic. In addition, Asha von Liebtag has worked with Rutgers University's Graduate School of Education in the capacity of a Teacher Portfolio Coach where she evaluates teacher portfolios and provides direct feedback that enables aspiring English teachers to become certified by the state of New Jersey. She became trained to serve as a teacher mentor for the 2019-2020 school year and mentored new high school English teacher(s) as part of Diverse Teachers for Diverse Schools (DTDS) initiative of the Center for Effective School Practices at the Rutgers Graduate School of Education in partnership with the NJ Department of Education. Moreover, this award-winning educational leader also uses her public speaking skills to provide professional development workshops to teachers and interactive motivational talks to students. Her most recent presentations include the 3rd Annual Convening for Diversifying the Teacher Workforce hosted by Rutgers Graduate School of Education and NJEA's 2020 Teacher Convention. She loves presenting on topics relating to culturally responsive teaching and is passionate about exploring ways to be a highly effective teacher in an English literature classroom. She works tirelessly to develop motivational content that embeds literary skills into interactive talks, incorporates her personal narrative to relate to the students, and she caters all presentations to suit the school's needs by providing each school with a questionnaire to learn about their student populations.

  Follow our Hosts Sean M. Spiller | @SpillerForNJEA Jeff Bradbury | @JeffBradbury Subscribe to Member Voices We are proud to be listed in the Apple Podcasts Directory. Please take a moment and subscribe to this show on your favorite podcast player today! Show Hosts Sean Spiller Sean Spiller, a high school science teacher in the Wayne public schools, is vice president of the New Jersey Education Association. Spiller was elected as NJEA vice president beginning Sept. 1, 2017. At NJEA, Spiller has served as chair of the Congressional Contact Committee, as a member of the Urban Education Committee and as an ethnic minority-at large representative to the Delegate Assembly. He was also a member of the National Council of Urban Education Associations (NCUEA). Jeffrey Bradbury Jeffrey Bradbury, author of Kidblog: An Introduction to Blogging With Your Students, is the creator of TeacherCast.net, TeacherCast University, and Educational Podcasting Today, is an ASCD Emerging Leader, Google Certified Teacher, Google Education Trainer, PBS Learning Media Digital Innovator, speaker, writer, broadcaster, consultant and educational media specialist. He is currently the Coordinator for Technology Integration for the Westwood Regional School District in New Jersey.  In 2012, Jeff was recognized as one of Top 50 educators using social media at the first-ever Bammy Awards and has been nominated three times in the category of Innovator of the Year. Jeff has Keynoted for the Pearson Authentic Learning Conference, EdTechNJ and most recently at Columbia University’s Teacher College and Podcast Mid-Atlantic.  

Brian Ward, President of the Sussex County Vocational Technical Education Association (SCVTEA) and automotive teacher, as a high school student didn’t think he would graduate from high school but his teachers knew otherwise. Brian shares how they supported him in the beginning of his career and how he knew he wanted to repay the favor by taking on the responsibility of helping the students in his community. Hosted by NJEA Vice President Sean M. Spiller and New Jersey educator Jeffrey Bradbury. Follow our Hosts Sean M. Spiller | @SpillerForNJEA Jeff Bradbury | @JeffBradbury Subscribe to Member Voices We are proud to be listed in the Apple Podcasts Directory. Please take a moment and subscribe to this show on your favorite podcast player today! Show Hosts Sean Spiller Sean Spiller, a high school science teacher in the Wayne public schools, is vice president of the New Jersey Education Association. Spiller was elected as NJEA vice president beginning Sept. 1, 2017. At NJEA, Spiller has served as chair of the Congressional Contact Committee, as a member of the Urban Education Committee and as an ethnic minority-at large representative to the Delegate Assembly. He was also a member of the National Council of Urban Education Associations (NCUEA). Jeffrey Bradbury Jeffrey Bradbury, author of Kidblog: An Introduction to Blogging With Your Students, is the creator of TeacherCast.net, TeacherCast University, and Educational Podcasting Today, is an ASCD Emerging Leader, Google Certified Teacher, Google Education Trainer, PBS Learning Media Digital Innovator, speaker, writer, broadcaster, consultant and educational media specialist. He is currently the Coordinator for Technology Integration for the Westwood Regional School District in New Jersey.  In 2012, Jeff was recognized as one of Top 50 educators using social media at the first-ever Bammy Awards and has been nominated three times in the category of Innovator of the Year. Jeff has Keynoted for the Pearson Authentic Learning Conference, EdTechNJ and most recently at Columbia University’s Teacher College and Podcast Mid-Atlantic.

New Jersey State Teacher of the Year 2016-2017, Argine Safari shares her year abroad in Finland as a Fulbright Scholar. Safari, a Music Educator from Pascack Valley High School, also shares about how educators in the Visual and Performing Arts fields are leading New Jersey schools during one of the most challenging times in education. Hosted by NJEA Vice President Sean M. Spiller and New Jersey educator Jeffrey Bradbury. Follow our Hosts Sean M. Spiller | @SpillerForNJEA Jeff Bradbury | @JeffBradbury Subscribe to Member Voices We are proud to be listed in the Apple Podcasts Directory. Please take a moment and subscribe to this show on your favorite podcast player today! Show Hosts Sean Spiller Sean Spiller, a high school science teacher in the Wayne public schools, is vice president of the New Jersey Education Association. Spiller was elected as NJEA vice president beginning Sept. 1, 2017. At NJEA, Spiller has served as chair of the Congressional Contact Committee, as a member of the Urban Education Committee and as an ethnic minority-at large representative to the Delegate Assembly. He was also a member of the National Council of Urban Education Associations (NCUEA). Jeffrey Bradbury Jeffrey Bradbury, author of Kidblog: An Introduction to Blogging With Your Students, is the creator of TeacherCast.net, TeacherCast University, and Educational Podcasting Today, is an ASCD Emerging Leader, Google Certified Teacher, Google Education Trainer, PBS Learning Media Digital Innovator, speaker, writer, broadcaster, consultant and educational media specialist. He is currently the Coordinator for Technology Integration for the Westwood Regional School District in New Jersey.  In 2012, Jeff was recognized as one of Top 50 educators using social media at the first-ever Bammy Awards and has been nominated three times in the category of Innovator of the Year. Jeff has Keynoted for the Pearson Authentic Learning Conference, EdTechNJ and most recently at Columbia University’s Teacher College and Podcast Mid-Atlantic.

Assistant Professor of English and President of the Faculty Assoc. Of County College of Morris, James Capozzi, share his insights on engaging members at the Higher Education level and why the importance of belonging to the union is vital in times when student enrollment is down and funding has not caught up to the current needs of New Jersey’s community college system. Hosted by NJEA Vice President Sean M. Spiller and New Jersey educator Jeffrey Bradbury. Follow our Hosts Sean M. Spiller | @SpillerForNJEA Jeff Bradbury | @JeffBradbury Subscribe to Member Voices We are proud to be listed in the Apple Podcasts Directory. Please take a moment and subscribe to this show on your favorite podcast player today! Show Hosts Sean Spiller Sean Spiller, a high school science teacher in the Wayne public schools, is vice president of the New Jersey Education Association. Spiller was elected as NJEA vice president beginning Sept. 1, 2017. At NJEA, Spiller has served as chair of the Congressional Contact Committee, as a member of the Urban Education Committee and as an ethnic minority-at large representative to the Delegate Assembly. He was also a member of the National Council of Urban Education Associations (NCUEA). Jeffrey Bradbury Jeffrey Bradbury, author of Kidblog: An Introduction to Blogging With Your Students, is the creator of TeacherCast.net, TeacherCast University, and Educational Podcasting Today, is an ASCD Emerging Leader, Google Certified Teacher, Google Education Trainer, PBS Learning Media Digital Innovator, speaker, writer, broadcaster, consultant and educational media specialist. He is currently the Coordinator for Technology Integration for the Westwood Regional School District in New Jersey.  In 2012, Jeff was recognized as one of Top 50 educators using social media at the first-ever Bammy Awards and has been nominated three times in the category of Innovator of the Year. Jeff has Keynoted for the Pearson Authentic Learning Conference, EdTechNJ and most recently at Columbia University’s Teacher College and Podcast Mid-Atlantic.

Al Jackson, an NJEA member in Burlington City joins Melissa Petaccio, the state contact for the national program Troops to Teachers. Jackson shares his experiences in the military and his transition to the classroom. Petaccio shares how the program works and why it’s a great career path, especially during a teacher shortage, for many military service members transitioning to careers outside of the military. Hosted by NJEA Vice President Sean M. Spiller and New Jersey educator Jeffrey Bradbury. Follow our Hosts Sean M. Spiller | @SpillerForNJEA Jeff Bradbury | @JeffBradbury Subscribe to Member Voices We are proud to be listed in the Apple Podcasts Directory. Please take a moment and subscribe to this show on your favorite podcast player today! Show Hosts Sean Spiller Sean Spiller, a high school science teacher in the Wayne public schools, is vice president of the New Jersey Education Association. Spiller was elected as NJEA vice president beginning Sept. 1, 2017. At NJEA, Spiller has served as chair of the Congressional Contact Committee, as a member of the Urban Education Committee and as an ethnic minority-at large representative to the Delegate Assembly. He was also a member of the National Council of Urban Education Associations (NCUEA). Jeffrey Bradbury Jeffrey Bradbury, author of Kidblog: An Introduction to Blogging With Your Students, is the creator of TeacherCast.net, TeacherCast University, and Educational Podcasting Today, is an ASCD Emerging Leader, Google Certified Teacher, Google Education Trainer, PBS Learning Media Digital Innovator, speaker, writer, broadcaster, consultant and educational media specialist. He is currently the Coordinator for Technology Integration for the Westwood Regional School District in New Jersey.  In 2012, Jeff was recognized as one of Top 50 educators using social media at the first-ever Bammy Awards and has been nominated three times in the category of Innovator of the Year. Jeff has Keynoted for the Pearson Authentic Learning Conference, EdTechNJ and most recently at Columbia University’s Teacher College and Podcast Mid-Atlantic.

In this episode of Member Voices from the New Jersey Education Association, Vice President Sean Spiller sits down with NJEA President Marie Blistan to discuss the NJEA Convention and the 2020 Presidental and Local Elections. Follow our Hosts Sean M. Spiller | @SpillerForNJEA Jeff Bradbury | @JeffBradbury Subscribe to Member Voices We are proud to be listed in the Apple Podcasts Directory. Please take a moment and subscribe to this show on your favorite podcast player today! Show Hosts Sean Spiller Sean Spiller, a high school science teacher in the Wayne public schools, is vice president of the New Jersey Education Association. Spiller was elected as NJEA vice president beginning Sept. 1, 2017. At NJEA, Spiller has served as chair of the Congressional Contact Committee, as a member of the Urban Education Committee and as an ethnic minority-at large representative to the Delegate Assembly. He was also a member of the National Council of Urban Education Associations (NCUEA). Jeffrey Bradbury Jeffrey Bradbury, author of Kidblog: An Introduction to Blogging With Your Students, is the creator of TeacherCast.net, TeacherCast University, and Educational Podcasting Today, is an ASCD Emerging Leader, Google Certified Teacher, Google Education Trainer, PBS Learning Media Digital Innovator, speaker, writer, broadcaster, consultant and educational media specialist. He is currently the Coordinator for Technology Integration for the Westwood Regional School District in New Jersey.  In 2012, Jeff was recognized as one of Top 50 educators using social media at the first-ever Bammy Awards and has been nominated three times in the category of Innovator of the Year. Jeff has Keynoted for the Pearson Authentic Learning Conference, EdTechNJ and most recently at Columbia University’s Teacher College and Podcast Mid-Atlantic.

Writing Matters with Dr. Troy Hicks is a Writable podcast. Learn how to grow great writers at https://www.writable.com/ Like and subscribe to Writing Matters on: ∙ Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2HcOcaP ∙ Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/2XA5wwl ∙ Soundcloud: bit.ly/2SFbrwr ∙ Google Play: https://bit.ly/2SOrUOM ∙ Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/writable/writing-matters Learn more about Dr. Troy Hicks at hickstro.org and follow him on Twitter: https://twitter.com/hickstro About Jen Ansbach: Jennifer Ansbach, a National Board Certified Teacher, teaches English at Manchester Township High School. She holds a B.A. from Douglass College, Rutgers University in English and American Studies and an M.A.Ed. from Georgian Court College. Currently, she is a doctoral student at Rutgers University-Newark in American Studies, where she was awarded a Presidential Fellowship. She is a past New Jersey Council of Teachers of English (NJCTE) Educator of the Year, a Governor’s Award in Arts Education recipient, and a National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE) High School Teacher of Excellence. Jennifer serves on the board of NJCTE and is past co-vice president, and she currently serves on the board of the Assembly on Literature for Adolescents of NCTE (ALAN). In addition, Jennifer is both professional development and communications chair for her NJEA local. Her research and interests are at the intersections of literacy, equity, and social justice. She frequently presents at national and local conferences on topics surrounding student advocacy, equity, and literacy. Her book Take Charge of Your Teaching Evaluation encourages teachers to center their classroom practice on students using a reflective model and to tell the story of their classroom. A lifelong resident of the New Jersey shore, Jennifer spends her time with her husband often traveling or entertaining their two rescue English springer spaniels, Neville Dogbottom and Luna Lovedog. For more information on Jen Ansbach: Twitter: https://twitter.com/JenAnsbach Book: https://www.heinemann.com/products/e09273.aspx **************************************************** Join the Writable community: ∙ Twitter: https://twitter.com/getwritable ∙ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/getwritable/ ∙ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/writ... ∙ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getwritable/ ∙ Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/getwritable/ ∙ Medium: https://medium.com/writable

  Higher Education member, Laura Kirkwood, an Academic Access administrator from Brookdale Community College and former president of the Brookdale Community College Professional Staff Association, shares her perspectives on current happenings in the world of community colleges in New Jersey, especially the reopening of the 2020 Fall Semester and how the value of being an NJEA member. Hosted by NJEA Vice President Sean M. Spiller and New Jersey educator Jeffrey Bradbury. Follow our Hosts Sean M. Spiller | @SpillerForNJEA Jeff Bradbury | @JeffBradbury Subscribe to Member Voices We are proud to be listed in the Apple Podcasts Directory. Please take a moment and subscribe to this show on your favorite podcast player today! About Our Guest: Laura Kirkwood Laura Kirkwood is the administrator for the Academic Access Program. She previously worked as an instructional assistant in the Reading Center for 13 years.  Show Hosts Sean Spiller Sean Spiller, a high school science teacher in the Wayne public schools, is vice president of the New Jersey Education Association. Spiller was elected as NJEA vice president beginning Sept. 1, 2017. At NJEA, Spiller has served as chair of the Congressional Contact Committee, as a member of the Urban Education Committee and as an ethnic minority-at large representative to the Delegate Assembly. He was also a member of the National Council of Urban Education Associations (NCUEA). Jeffrey Bradbury Jeffrey Bradbury, author of Kidblog: An Introduction to Blogging With Your Students, is the creator of TeacherCast.net, TeacherCast University, and Educational Podcasting Today, is an ASCD Emerging Leader, Google Certified Teacher, Google Education Trainer, PBS Learning Media Digital Innovator, speaker, writer, broadcaster, consultant and educational media specialist. He is currently the Coordinator for Technology Integration for the Westwood Regional School District in New Jersey.  In 2012, Jeff was recognized as one of Top 50 educators using social media at the first-ever Bammy Awards and has been nominated three times in the category of Innovator of the Year. Jeff has Keynoted for the Pearson Authentic Learning Conference, EdTechNJ and most recently at Columbia University’s Teacher College and Podcast Mid-Atlantic.  

    Welcome to Member Voices, an NJEA Podcast.  In this episode, we welcome Tom Tamburello, a Mathematics teacher and Department Chair from Lenape High School in Medford New Jersey. Follow our Hosts Sean M. Spiller | @SpillerForNJEA Jeff Bradbury | @JeffBradbury Subscribe to Member Voices We are proud to be listed in the Apple Podcasts Directory. Please take a moment and subscribe to this show on your favorite podcast player today! About Our Guest: Chrissy Kosar Christine Kosar has worked for over 14 years in the Washington Township School District as a bus driver and continues to demonstrate a long history of public and community service. It’s is a job she loves, allowing her to improve the lives of others through public service. As the President of the Washington Township Schools Supportive Services Personnel Association, Christine Kosar worked tirelessly to ensure equity in the workplace and other quality of life issues for Education Support Professionals (ESPs), including advocating for fair wages and labor practices. Christine helped organize numerous campaigns around standardized testing, pension reform, and privatization, among many others.  Christine Kosar has worked with Save Our Schools NJ, NJ Working Families, DivestNJ, Greenpeace, League of Women Voters, and ACLU.  During her work, Christine formed a network of allies that include Governor Phil Murphy, who personally extended an invitation for her to attend the 2019 Budget Address, due to Christine’s efforts to gain job protections for Education Support Professionals (ESPs). Throughout Christine Kosar’s career as a bus driver, elected union leader, and community activist, she has earned a reputation as a progressive fighter, bringing a proven philosophy of leadership and respect for the people! Her core beliefs include working for greater racial, social, and economic justice in NJ. She believes that decisions should be made by ethics and not money; it is time to return the decision-making to the communities they impact.  Her involvement with NJ21 United has seen Christine elevate the voice of ESP’s to the front of the teams’ work within Public Education and community issues. Christine has given testimony at various State committees, worked to divest Public Employee pensions from fossil fuels and continues her work with the D.A.W.A. team towards enhanced employee rights. During the current Covid pandemic Christine worked closely with the NJEA to utilize vital PRIDE funding for food challenged students and families. Her professional relationship with her district and superintendent allowed her to secure the purchasing of perishable food items, through her district. This ensured local food banks were being supplied continuously up until the end of the summer. Show Hosts Sean Spiller Sean Spiller, a high school science teacher in the Wayne public schools, is vice president of the New Jersey Education Association. Spiller was elected as NJEA vice president beginning Sept. 1, 2017. At NJEA, Spiller has served as chair of the Congressional Contact Committee, as a member of the Urban Education Committee and as an ethnic minority-at large representative to the Delegate Assembly. He was also a member of the National Council of Urban Education Associations (NCUEA). Jeffrey Bradbury Jeffrey Bradbury, author of Kidblog: An Introduction to Blogging With Your Students, is the creator of TeacherCast.net, TeacherCast University, and Educational Podcasting Today, is an ASCD Emerging Leader, Google Certified Teacher, Google Education Trainer, PBS Learning Media Digital Innovator, speaker, writer, broadcaster, consultant and educational media specialist. He is currently the Coordinator for Technology Integration for the Westwood Regional School District in New Jersey.  In 2012, Jeff was recognized as one of Top 50 educators using social media at the first-ever Bammy Awards and has been nominated three times in the category of Innovator of the Year. Jeff has Keynoted for the Pearson Authentic Learning Conference, EdTechNJ and most recently at Columbia University’s Teacher College and Podcast Mid-Atlantic.      

On today's show, Patrice and Mathew explore the current state of school reopenings in a Covid world. The Governor has made a big push to https://www.nj.gov/governor/news/news/562020/20200716a.shtml (bridge the digital divide), the NJEA is https://nj1015.com/njea-others-want-national-school-reopening-guideline-consensus/ (pushing back on current reopening guidelines), and all of this as the https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2020-07-16/childhood-covid-19-infections-mount-with-schools-eyeing-openings?cmpid=BBD071720_CORONAVIRUS&utm_medium=email&utm_source=newsletter&utm_term=200717&utm_campaign=coronavirus (infection rate among kids) sends troubling signals. We also look at what reopening means for parents with younger kids and daycare, and how there appears to be no easy solution to any of these questions. If you have a story to share please fill out the contact form at https://jerseyjobsandbiz.com (JerseyJobsAndBiz.com) or you can email us directly at info@jerseyjobsandbiz.com. And we are starting a https://www.facebook.com/groups/2846479588770520/?ref=bookmarks (facebook group) for NJ residents to discuss the impact on them and share resources with others in the Garden State. Support this podcast

Welcome to Member Voices, an NJEA Podcast.  In this episode, we welcome Tom Tamburello, a Mathematics teacher and Department Chair from Lenape High School in Medford New Jersey. Follow our Hosts Sean M. Spiller | @SpillerForNJEA Jeff Bradbury | @JeffBradbury Subscribe to Member Voices We are proud to be listed in the Apple Podcasts Directory. Please take a moment and subscribe to this show on your favorite podcast player today! About Our Guest: Tom Tamburello Tom Tamburello lived in Maryland until moving to New Jersey in 1988. A product of public schools, Tom is a graduate of Cherokee High School in Marlton, NJ and earned his bachelor's degree in Mathematics from The College of New Jersey. In 2002 Tom earned his master's degree in Education from Nova Southeastern University. For the past 20 years, Tom has been a high school math teacher at Lenape High School in Burlington County. At the school he also serves as the advisor to the Gender Sexuality Alliance club, is the math department coordinator, and trains new staff in the Research for Better Teaching program.  In 2006 Tom was awarded the  N.J. Center for Science, Technology & Mathematics Education Center from Kean University. Two years later he was the Lenape Regional High School District Teacher of the year. Tom has a passion for not only teaching math but understanding and implementing strategies and research about educational practices in his classroom. During the past 20 years, Tom has served his local by being a building vice president, association representative, and is currently serving as a member at large on the executive board. Tom has also served as Secretary of the Burlington County Education Association, was a member of NJEA's Election Committee, and has been the chairperson of NJEA's Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity Committee for over a decade. In his free time, Tom enjoys the outdoors, traveling the world with his husband, and is an avid game show fan. Tom and his husband are active in their church, enjoy discussions about the intersection of religion and sexuality, and recently became licensed to be foster parents in the state of New Jersey. Show Hosts Sean Spiller Sean Spiller, a high school science teacher in the Wayne public schools, is vice president of the New Jersey Education Association. Spiller was elected as NJEA vice president beginning Sept. 1, 2017. At NJEA, Spiller has served as chair of the Congressional Contact Committee, as a member of the Urban Education Committee and as an ethnic minority-at large representative to the Delegate Assembly. He was also a member of the National Council of Urban Education Associations (NCUEA). Jeffrey Bradbury Jeffrey Bradbury, author of Kidblog: An Introduction to Blogging With Your Students, is the creator of TeacherCast.net, TeacherCast University, and Educational Podcasting Today, is an ASCD Emerging Leader, Google Certified Teacher, Google Education Trainer, PBS Learning Media Digital Innovator, speaker, writer, broadcaster, consultant and educational media specialist. He is currently the Coordinator for Technology Integration for the Westwood Regional School District in New Jersey.  In 2012, Jeff was recognized as one of Top 50 educators using social media at the first-ever Bammy Awards and has been nominated three times in the category of Innovator of the Year. Jeff has Keynoted for the Pearson Authentic Learning Conference, EdTechNJ and most recently at Columbia University’s Teacher College and Podcast Mid-Atlantic.

Welcome to Member Voices, an NJEA Podcast.  In this episode, we welcome Amy Anderson. Amy T. Andersen is a high school American Sign Language (ASL) teacher at Ocean City High School in Cape May County, has been named the 2018 New Jersey State Teacher of the Year. Follow our Hosts Sean M. Spiller | @SpillerForNJEA Jeff Bradbury | @JeffBradbury Subscribe to Member Voices We are proud to be listed in the iTunes Directory. Please take a moment and subscribe to this show on your favorite podcast player today! About Our Guest: Amy Anderson Amy T. Andersen, a high school American Sign Language (ASL) teacher at Ocean City High School in Cape May County, has been named the 2018 New Jersey State Teacher of the Year. Andersen, who was named the 2017-18 Cape May County Teacher of the Year in the spring, grew up in Cape May County. She earned a bachelor’s degree in flute performance from Indiana University and a mas- ter’s degree in deaf education from McDaniel College. Andersen also achieved national board certification in Exceptional Needs Specialist: Deaf/Hard of Hearing. After nine years in Boston, Massachusetts as a teacher of the deaf, she returned to New Jersey in 2004 to raise a family. It was then, with 42 students, that Andersen began the ASL program at Ocean City High School. Community oriented activities, such as ASL socials at local coffee shops and evening performances that raise funds for scholarships immerse students in deaf culture helping them to build confidence. In the past three years alone, more than 85 percent of her students have achieved the NJ Seal of Biliteracy. Her popular and respected program has inspired a number of students to pursue ASL-related careers, including interpreting for Michelle Obama and Madonna. Ocean City’s ASL program is unique, especially in the way Andersen connects her students to the deaf community nationwide. Ocean City has become a strong community that is now accessible to hearing and deaf visitors because of Andersen’s students. Andersen is a nationally recognized educator who began her career teaching deaf children to fall in love with reading. She now teaches hearing children to fall in love with ASL. Among her many recognitions, Andersen was named the 2014 ASL Teacher of the Year and was honored by the New Jersey Association for the Deaf and Atlantic County Society for the Deaf. In 2015, “Classroom Close-Up NJ” highlighted her program after her students’ ASL anti-bullying video went viral. As Ocean City’s Teacher of the Year, Andersen was featured in the NJ School Board Association’s School Leader and was recently honored by the National Liberty Museum with the Teacher as Hero: Exceptional Teacher Award. Andersen has made a difference in the lives of her students, and she serves as a model for teachers throughout the country. She ignites her students’ passion for learning, gives them a voice and shows them their voice is valuable. Andersen’s students go out into the world as lifelong learners making bridges between cultures, embracing differences in those around them, and changing lives as they go.  Show Hosts Sean Spiller Sean Spiller, a high school science teacher in the Wayne public schools, is vice president of the New Jersey Education Association. Spiller was elected as NJEA vice president beginning Sept. 1, 2017. At NJEA, Spiller has served as chair of the Congressional Contact Committee, as a member of the Urban Education Committee and as an ethnic minority-at large representative to the Delegate Assembly. He was also a member of the National Council of Urban Education Associations (NCUEA). Jeffrey Bradbury Jeffrey Bradbury, author of Kidblog: An Introduction to Blogging With Your Students, is the creator of TeacherCast.net, TeacherCast University, and Educational Podcasting Today, is an ASCD Emerging Leader, Google Certified Teacher, Google Education Trainer, PBS Learning Media Digital Innovator, speaker, writer, broadcaster, consultant and educational media specialist. He is currently the Coordinator for Technology Integration for the Westwood Regional School District in New Jersey.  In 2012, Jeff was recognized as one of Top 50 educators using social media at the first-ever Bammy Awards and has been nominated three times in the category of Innovator of the Year. Jeff has Keynoted for the Pearson Authentic Learning Conference, EdTechNJ and most recently at Columbia University’s Teacher College and Podcast Mid-Atlantic.

Join NJEA President Marie Blistan as she shares stories of NJEA members and all of the amazing things that are happening in remote classrooms across the state, from members making and packing lunches, to community colleges teaching remotely. Learn about the great resources that NJEA has available during the pandemic on njeatogether.org from curriculum to professional development to Covid-19 resources. Follow our Hosts Sean M. Spiller | @SpillerForNJEA Jeff Bradbury | @JeffBradbury Subscribe to Member Voices We are proud to be listed in the Apple Podcast Directory. Please take a moment and subscribe to this show on your favorite podcast player today! Show Hosts Sean Spiller Sean Spiller, a high school science teacher in the Wayne public schools, is vice president of the New Jersey Education Association. Spiller was elected as NJEA vice president beginning Sept. 1, 2017. At NJEA, Spiller has served as chair of the Congressional Contact Committee, as a member of the Urban Education Committee and as an ethnic minority-at large representative to the Delegate Assembly. He was also a member of the National Council of Urban Education Associations (NCUEA). Jeffrey Bradbury Jeffrey Bradbury, author of Kidblog: An Introduction to Blogging With Your Students, is the creator of TeacherCast.net, TeacherCast University, and Educational Podcasting Today, is an ASCD Emerging Leader, Google Certified Teacher, Google Education Trainer, PBS Learning Media Digital Innovator, speaker, writer, broadcaster, consultant and educational media specialist. He is currently the Coordinator for Technology Integration for the Westwood Regional School District in New Jersey.  In 2012, Jeff was recognized as one of Top 50 educators using social media at the first-ever Bammy Awards and has been nominated three times in the category of Innovator of the Year. Jeff has Keynoted for the Pearson Authentic Learning Conference, EdTechNJ and most recently at Columbia University’s Teacher College and Podcast Mid-Atlantic.

James Frazier, a member involved in local, county, state and national association leadership, talks about the importance of every member getting involved in their association, but in particular how Educational Support Professionals can get involved.  Follow our Hosts Sean M. Spiller | @SpillerForNJEA Jeff Bradbury | @JeffBradbury Subscribe to Member Voices We are proud to be listed in the Apple Podcast Directory. Please take a moment and subscribe to this show on your favorite podcast player today! Show Hosts Sean Spiller Sean Spiller, a high school science teacher in the Wayne public schools, is vice president of the New Jersey Education Association. Spiller was elected as NJEA vice president beginning Sept. 1, 2017. At NJEA, Spiller has served as chair of the Congressional Contact Committee, as a member of the Urban Education Committee and as an ethnic minority-at large representative to the Delegate Assembly. He was also a member of the National Council of Urban Education Associations (NCUEA). Jeffrey Bradbury Jeffrey Bradbury, author of Kidblog: An Introduction to Blogging With Your Students, is the creator of TeacherCast.net, TeacherCast University, and Educational Podcasting Today, is an ASCD Emerging Leader, Google Certified Teacher, Google Education Trainer, PBS Learning Media Digital Innovator, speaker, writer, broadcaster, consultant and educational media specialist. He is currently the Coordinator for Technology Integration for the Westwood Regional School District in New Jersey.  In 2012, Jeff was recognized as one of Top 50 educators using social media at the first-ever Bammy Awards and has been nominated three times in the category of Innovator of the Year. Jeff has Keynoted for the Pearson Authentic Learning Conference, EdTechNJ and most recently at Columbia University’s Teacher College and Podcast Mid-Atlantic.

Kimberly Dickstein Hughes, the 2020 New Jersey State Teacher of the Year, is traveling from Mahwah to Cape May, learning from and sharing with each of the County Teachers of the Year, as she promotes a more global perspective on the quality of teaching happening in New Jersey. Follow our Hosts Sean M. Spiller | @SpillerForNJEA Jeff Bradbury | @JeffBradbury Subscribe to Member Voices We are proud to be listed in the Apple Podcast Directory. Please take a moment and subscribe to this show on your favorite podcast player today! Show Hosts Sean Spiller Sean Spiller, a high school science teacher in the Wayne public schools, is vice president of the New Jersey Education Association. Spiller was elected as NJEA vice president beginning Sept. 1, 2017. At NJEA, Spiller has served as chair of the Congressional Contact Committee, as a member of the Urban Education Committee and as an ethnic minority-at large representative to the Delegate Assembly. He was also a member of the National Council of Urban Education Associations (NCUEA). Jeffrey Bradbury Jeffrey Bradbury, author of Kidblog: An Introduction to Blogging With Your Students, is the creator of TeacherCast.net, TeacherCast University, and Educational Podcasting Today, is an ASCD Emerging Leader, Google Certified Teacher, Google Education Trainer, PBS Learning Media Digital Innovator, speaker, writer, broadcaster, consultant and educational media specialist. He is currently the Coordinator for Technology Integration for the Westwood Regional School District in New Jersey.  In 2012, Jeff was recognized as one of Top 50 educators using social media at the first-ever Bammy Awards and has been nominated three times in the category of Innovator of the Year. Jeff has Keynoted for the Pearson Authentic Learning Conference, EdTechNJ and most recently at Columbia University’s Teacher College and Podcast Mid-Atlantic. 

High school English teacher and Freehold Regional HS Education Association President Sarah Reichenbach shares how the bus drivers and teachers from her high school days helped chart her a course to where she is now, and where she would like to see her classroom and association moving forward. She shows how our compassion for our association members resonates in the lives of our students. Follow our Hosts Sean M. Spiller | @SpillerForNJEA Jeff Bradbury | @JeffBradbury About Our Guest: Sarah Reichenbecher Sarah Cardillo Reichenbecher is an educator, union leader, and mom who lives at the Jersey Shore with her husband, 11 year old daughters, and four year old son.  She cares deeply about the value of public education and unionism and is proud to be able to dedicate her professional life to these endeavors. Inspired by the struggles and successes of her own teachers, her colleagues, and educators across New Jersey, she seeks to be a balanced and informed advocate.   Subscribe to Member Voices We are proud to be listed in the Apple Podcast Directory. Please take a moment and subscribe to this show on your favorite podcast player today! Show Hosts Sean Spiller Sean Spiller, a high school science teacher in the Wayne public schools, is vice president of the New Jersey Education Association. Spiller was elected as NJEA vice president beginning Sept. 1, 2017. At NJEA, Spiller has served as chair of the Congressional Contact Committee, as a member of the Urban Education Committee and as an ethnic minority-at large representative to the Delegate Assembly. He was also a member of the National Council of Urban Education Associations (NCUEA). Jeffrey Bradbury Jeffrey Bradbury, author of Kidblog: An Introduction to Blogging With Your Students, is the creator of TeacherCast.net, TeacherCast University, and Educational Podcasting Today, is an ASCD Emerging Leader, Google Certified Teacher, Google Education Trainer, PBS Learning Media Digital Innovator, speaker, writer, broadcaster, consultant and educational media specialist. He is currently the Coordinator for Technology Integration for the Westwood Regional School District in New Jersey.  In 2012, Jeff was recognized as one of Top 50 educators using social media at the first-ever Bammy Awards and has been nominated three times in the category of Innovator of the Year. Jeff has Keynoted for the Pearson Authentic Learning Conference, EdTechNJ and most recently at Columbia University’s Teacher College and Podcast Mid-Atlantic.

Finding balance and making the most with what we have Pt. Pleasant Beach Kindergarten Teacher and PPBEA President Joanna Douglas share what makes her classroom successful, even in a time of crisis. Her passion and experience show in everything she does and students, parents, and colleagues benefit from her enthusiasm and dedication. Follow our Hosts Sean M. Spiller | @SpillerForNJEA Jeff Bradbury | @JeffBradbury About Our Guest: Joanna Douglas Joanna Douglas is a twenty-two year veteran teacher, currently teaching Kindergarten in Point Pleasant Beach. Throughout her time at Point Beach, Joanna has served as a class advisor, cheerleading coach, drama club advisor, talent show director, track timer, QSAC committee member, and an Intervention and Referral Services advocate, Joanna has led staff workshops in her district, and has worked with administrators on the school planning team. Joanna is currently serving her district as the Point Pleasant Beach Education Association President, and this is her third term in that position. Prior to her presidency, she served the Association as the Secretary and Negotiations Chairperson. She is also an Ambassador for Seesaw and Espark, and she received her certification as an Apple Certified educator.  Joanna is the chairperson of the Christian Education Committee at her church, and she sings on the church Praise Team. She also tends bar at the legendary Stone Pony year-round. Mrs. Douglas resides with her husband and four dogs in Point Pleasant Boro. She loves to bake, sing, and shop in her free time. “Being a teacher has given me purpose in life. Even on tough days, I know that I’ve made a difference, and I truly enjoy connecting with all students, and watching them progress over time.  Teaching has, and will always be, my passion. I love my job!” Subscribe to Member Voices We are proud to be listed in the Apple Podcast Directory. Please take a moment and subscribe to this show on your favorite podcast player today! Show Hosts Sean Spiller Sean Spiller, a high school science teacher in the Wayne public schools, is vice president of the New Jersey Education Association. Spiller was elected as NJEA vice president beginning Sept. 1, 2017. At NJEA, Spiller has served as chair of the Congressional Contact Committee, as a member of the Urban Education Committee and as an ethnic minority-at large representative to the Delegate Assembly. He was also a member of the National Council of Urban Education Associations (NCUEA). Jeffrey Bradbury Jeffrey Bradbury, author of Kidblog: An Introduction to Blogging With Your Students, is the creator of TeacherCast.net, TeacherCast University, and Educational Podcasting Today, is an ASCD Emerging Leader, Google Certified Teacher, Google Education Trainer, PBS Learning Media Digital Innovator, speaker, writer, broadcaster, consultant and educational media specialist. He is currently the Coordinator for Technology Integration for the Westwood Regional School District in New Jersey.  In 2012, Jeff was recognized as one of Top 50 educators using social media at the first-ever Bammy Awards and has been nominated three times in the category of Innovator of the Year. Jeff has Keynoted for the Pearson Authentic Learning Conference, EdTechNJ and most recently at Columbia University’s Teacher College and Podcast Mid-Atlantic.

Welcome to Member Voices, an NJEA Podcast.  In this episode, we welcome Bergenfield High School English and ESL teacher Joan Froehlich. Follow our Hosts Sean M. Spiller | @SpillerForNJEA Jeff Bradbury | @JeffBradbury Subscribe to Member Voices We are proud to be listed in the iTunes Directory. Please take a moment and subscribe to this show on your favorite podcast player today! Show Hosts Sean Spiller Sean Spiller, a high school science teacher in the Wayne public schools, is vice president of the New Jersey Education Association. Spiller was elected as NJEA vice president beginning Sept. 1, 2017. At NJEA, Spiller has served as chair of the Congressional Contact Committee, as a member of the Urban Education Committee and as an ethnic minority-at large representative to the Delegate Assembly. He was also a member of the National Council of Urban Education Associations (NCUEA). Jeffrey Bradbury Jeffrey Bradbury, author of Kidblog: An Introduction to Blogging With Your Students, is the creator of TeacherCast.net, TeacherCast University, and Educational Podcasting Today, is an ASCD Emerging Leader, Google Certified Teacher, Google Education Trainer, PBS Learning Media Digital Innovator, speaker, writer, broadcaster, consultant and educational media specialist. He is currently the Coordinator for Technology Integration for the Westwood Regional School District in New Jersey.  In 2012, Jeff was recognized as one of Top 50 educators using social media at the first-ever Bammy Awards and has been nominated three times in the category of Innovator of the Year. Jeff has Keynoted for the Pearson Authentic Learning Conference, EdTechNJ and most recently at Columbia University’s Teacher College and Podcast Mid-Atlantic.

New Brunswick Education Association President and ESL teacher at Roosevelt Elementary, LeShaun Arrington, reflects upon the importance of diversity, seeing oneself within the classroom or organization to which one belongs, and ultimately how much impact that has on one’s life going forward. This drive for representation demands stepping up, inviting others in, giving members space to be involved, and supporting each other along the way.  About our Guest LeShaun Arrington began her advocacy in education while serving as a Peace Corps Volunteer in Haiti, West Indies and in Mali, West Africa.  By living in countries where education was a luxury, not a right, she brings a unique prospective on education advocacy. She received her Masters in Education from NYU and has taught English as a Second Language from grades Kindergarten to the college level. She is a proud member of NJEA and is currently serving as the President of the New Brunswick Education Association. Follow our Hosts Sean M. Spiller | @SpillerForNJEA Jeff Bradbury | @JeffBradbury Subscribe to Member Voices We are proud to be listed in the Apple Podcast Directory. Please take a moment and subscribe to this show on your favorite podcast player today! Show Hosts Sean Spiller Sean Spiller, a high school science teacher in the Wayne public schools, is vice president of the New Jersey Education Association. Spiller was elected as NJEA vice president beginning Sept. 1, 2017. At NJEA, Spiller has served as chair of the Congressional Contact Committee, as a member of the Urban Education Committee and as an ethnic minority-at large representative to the Delegate Assembly. He was also a member of the National Council of Urban Education Associations (NCUEA). Jeffrey Bradbury Jeffrey Bradbury, author of Kidblog: An Introduction to Blogging With Your Students, is the creator of TeacherCast.net, TeacherCast University, and Educational Podcasting Today, is an ASCD Emerging Leader, Google Certified Teacher, Google Education Trainer, PBS Learning Media Digital Innovator, speaker, writer, broadcaster, consultant and educational media specialist. He is currently the Coordinator for Technology Integration for the Westwood Regional School District in New Jersey.  In 2012, Jeff was recognized as one of Top 50 educators using social media at the first-ever Bammy Awards and has been nominated three times in the category of Innovator of the Year. Jeff has Keynoted for the Pearson Authentic Learning Conference, EdTechNJ and most recently at Columbia University’s Teacher College and Podcast Mid-Atlantic.

Welcome to Member Voices, an NJEA Podcast.  In this episode, we welcome 2018-19 New Jersey State Teacher of the Year Jennifer Skomial on the program. This weeks question is: Question:   How Important Are Teacher Training Programs?  Follow our Hosts Sean M. Spiller | @SpillerForNJEA Jeff Bradbury | @JeffBradbury About Our Guest: Jennifer Skomial Jennifer Skomial is a Career and Technical Education Teacher at Morris County School of Technology and the 2018-19 New Jersey State Teacher of the Year. Jennifer Skomial, like many others in the profession, has always wanted to be a teacher. Her earliest memories include “playing school” with her younger brother, whom she needed to bribe to have a willing student. Not a day went by that she wasn’t eagerly practicing what she believes has been her life’s purpose. Jennifer is driven to encourage more students to go into the teaching field that she holds so dear.  While many of the students she works with may not become early-childhood teachers, she knows that the exposure she provides them through hands-on experience in the on-site preschool, field trips, and guest speakers will help them determine their future paths.   Subscribe to Member Voices We are proud to be listed in the iTunes Directory. Please take a moment and subscribe to this show on your favorite podcast player today! Show Hosts Sean Spiller Sean Spiller, a high school science teacher in the Wayne public schools, is vice president of the New Jersey Education Association. Spiller was elected as NJEA vice president beginning Sept. 1, 2017. At NJEA, Spiller has served as chair of the Congressional Contact Committee, as a member of the Urban Education Committee and as an ethnic minority-at large representative to the Delegate Assembly. He was also a member of the National Council of Urban Education Associations (NCUEA). Jeffrey Bradbury Jeffrey Bradbury, author of Kidblog: An Introduction to Blogging With Your Students, is the creator of TeacherCast.net, TeacherCast University, and Educational Podcasting Today, is an ASCD Emerging Leader, Google Certified Teacher, Google Education Trainer, PBS Learning Media Digital Innovator, speaker, writer, broadcaster, consultant and educational media specialist. He is currently the Coordinator for Technology Integration for the Westwood Regional School District in New Jersey.  In 2012, Jeff was recognized as one of Top 50 educators using social media at the first-ever Bammy Awards and has been nominated three times in the category of Innovator of the Year. Jeff has Keynoted for the Pearson Authentic Learning Conference, EdTechNJ and most recently at Columbia University’s Teacher College and Podcast Mid-Atlantic.

I met this compelling young man at the NJEA convention on November 8th of this year. I was so taken by his passion and commitment that I had to have him on Anti Bullying 101. Ikechukwu Onyema (EK) is a science teacher in East Orange, NJ. He is also a co-founder of MAPSO Freedom School, a non-profit committed to educational justice. Alongside his career as an educator, he is an avid writer. When you listen to this interview you will be inspired and realize the importance of always giving your personal best. MAPSO Freedom School Facebook Page An Article By EK The Bully Proof Classroom Please Donate --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/james-burns5/message

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November 6, 2017 Mostly cloudy and rainy today with highs in the mid-60s.  NEW JERSEY PREPARES TO GO TO THE POLLS FOR ELECTION DAY 2017 Tomorrow is Election Day in New Jersey, and many people are still unsure who they will vote for – some still don't even know who is running. With that in mind, WNYC published two stories to help voters understand the two major candidates on the ballot: Democrat Phil Murphy and Republican Kim Guadagno. SOUTH JERSEY DEM MACHINE, TEACHERS' UNION BARREL TOWARD ELECTION DAY In South Jersey, two of the most powerful political forces in the state are going head-to-head: Sen. President Steve Sweeney and the New Jersey Education Associate. Although Sweeney's opponent on the ballot is technically Republican Fran Grenier, Philly.com says his real opponent is the 200,000-member NJEA, which vowed to defeat Sweeney back in March and has spent millions of dollars trying to accomplish that goal. HOW SECURE ARE NEW JERSEY'S VOTING MACHINES? You know those claw machines on the boardwalk in Atlantic City? Ever taken your laundry to a cleaners and weighed it on the scale? You might be surprised to learn that both of those seemingly innocuous devices are actually subject to more state regulation that the voting machines in New Jersey. The Record has the full story on how and why this is the case. FOREST HILL RESIDENTS: NEWARK AND NEW JERSEY MUST LOCK ARMS TO EMBRACE THE FUTURE Brick City Live takes us into the heart of Newark's Forest Hill neighborhood to speak with residents there about their thoughts on tomorrow's election as part of the ongoing Voting Block collaboration. As is the case with many voters in New Jersey, the biggest issues on their minds were taxes and the relationship between their city and the state of New Jersey. VOTING BLOCK: APATHY, ANXIETY AHEAD OF TUESDAY'S VOTE Last month, NJ Pen spoke with neighbors on East Stiles Avenue, a small, tightly knit street in the Camden County Democratic stronghold of Collingswood, about how they handle politics in their neighborhood. In the latest installment in the Voting Block project, Matt Skoufalos tries to figure what it takes to get them to the polls. WEST NEW YORK RESIDENTS DISPLAY RESILIENCE THEY EXPECT FROM NEXT GOVERNOR The mile-long, densely populated town of West New York – nestled in the heart of the North Hudson – is represented by some of the most passionate residents in the state. On the eve of the upcoming gubernatorial election, Kevin Castillo met with residents to hear their opinions and the expectations they have for the next governor of New Jersey as part of the Voting Block reporting project. Want more? Check us out on Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube.

October 18, 2017 Mostly sunny today with highs in the lower 60s.  LEGALIZE MARIJUANA IN JERSEY? YOUR CHOICE FOR GOVERNOR WILL DETERMINE THAT When you go to the polls in November, you won't just be choosing Chris Christie's successor – your choice will determine whether or not recreational marijuana will be legalized in New Jersey. NJ.com says electing Phil Murphy means New Jersey will join eight other states in legalizing marijuana for people 21 and older. Meanwhile, electing Kim Guadagno means you still won't be able to legally smoke marijuana. WILL CLIMATE CHANGE REVIVE AN OLD IDEA: A REGIONAL COASTAL COMMISSION? The idea of forming a coastal commission was once again floated yesterday at a wide-ranging conference on the Shore of the Future in Trenton. NJ Spotlight says the idea was shunned more than three decades ago, but climate change could lead the state to accept that the issues posed by a changing climate far outstrip the ability of local communities to deal with the crisis on their own. AS NJEA CONTINUES FIGHT WITH SWEENEY, AFT GIVES ENDORSEMENT The American Federation of Teachers has endorsed incumbent Senate president Steve Sweeney's reelection, despite his ongoing feud with the New Jersey Education Association. NJTV says the decision to endorse Sweeney has put the AFT at odds with the NJEA, New Jersey's largest teachers union with 200,000 members, which has deep disagreements with Sweeney over public-employee pensions and other issues. NJ TRANSIT'S RAIL SYSTEM IS BREAKING DOWN MORE THIS YEAR NJ Transit trains have been breaking down more often in 2017 than they did in 2016, and are running fewer miles between failures than trains on the Long Island Rail Road or on Metro North. NJ.com says the trend isn't a new one. The agency's train, bus, and light rail fleet were already traveling fewer miles than they did in 2013 before breaking down. FEDS GIVE NJ TRANSIT GREEN LIGHT TO TEST SYSTEM TO PREVENT TRAIN CRASHES Meanwhile, NJ Transit has received conditional approval from federal regulators to begin testing its train collision avoidance system, know as positive train control, on the Morristown Line. The Record says the testing will begin on about 10 miles of track between Madison and Denville, and will not involve trains carrying passengers.

Join us as Dovetales interviews our special, special guest the distinguished choral director, teacher, clinician, and friend Christine Bass. This woman of God has for almost three decades presented workshops on vocal technique, recruited male singers, and differentiated instruction for NJEA, NJMEA, and ACDA ( American Choral Director's Association) highschools and universities.Christine Bass earned her bachelors and master degrees at WestminsterChoir College as she studied conducting under Robert Simpson, Elaine Brown, Andrew Megill and Josepeh Flummerfelt. She has received numerous awards such as Alumni Merit  and Alumni Ambassador , she has also graced the cover of Stars Across the Choral Universe. Christine Bass is known for taking Cherry Hill Highschool West in New Jersey, a program which she poured her gifts into 60 students transforming this program to over 325 students with seven choirs upon her retirement. Christine Bass is a guest conductor, adjudicator as she presents workshops across he country. Vocal Transformation and WhereThe Boys Are which are published by Hal Leonard are her latest DVD's with Front-Loading YourRepertoire due out soon. Join us as Christine Bass guides us all on how to fan a talent into a flame.To weigh in on our topic call 646-668-8485 press 1 to be live on the air. Download the stitcher app on your mobile device or click on link here.

In this segment we talk about the recent Edcamp that was organized for education leaders of all stripes -- including administrators, teacher leaders, parent leaders and student leaders. Follow:@kristenswanson, @damian613@bamradionetwork Damian N. Bariexca, Ed.S., NCSP (@damian613) is a school psychologist at Lawrence Intermediate School in Lawrenceville, NJ. I also spend time as a professional development consultant for the NJEA and a doctoral student in Educational Leadership at Wilmington University.

Today we'll discuss sound, the f-word in Christmas songs and a documentary called The Cartel. This film looks at various levels of corruption in the government school system, primarily using New Jersey as a case study. The filmmaker, Bob Bowden supports voucher programs and the expansion of charter schools. Although I have always opposed vouchers as a "solution" to a "problem," the stories in the film got me thinking about this issue in new ways. However, I am still not a proponent of vouchers. Look Closer: The Cartel Website http://www.thecartelmovie.com/ An Unfavorable Review of The Cartel http://www.nj.com/entertainment/tv/index.ssf/2009/10/the_cartel_movie_review_docume.html $700 Billion Bank Bailout was Secretly $7 Trillion http://www.whiteoutpress.com/articles/q42011/700-billion-dollar-bank-bailout-was-secretly-7-trillion571/

Shawn and Troy discuss getting Middle Schoolers organized, happenings around the Twitterverse, some advisory ideas, web spotlights and more. Susan Mulcaire - The Middle School Student's Guide to Ruling the World www.middleschoolguide.com From the Twitterverse: * bhsprincipal Great overview on how to create your own PLN RT @tweetmeme Thank You PLN | Teacher Reboot Camp http://bit.ly/3WIMB * mayfieldc I remember when stage 4 scared me, but I managed. "Stages of PLN adoption" http://bit.ly/hI7p2 * mayfieldc Curriculum and lessons to teach copyright: http://bit.ly/Z1WdX * mayfieldc The ultimate GoogleMap scavenger hunt: http://bit.ly/fvbZm * mayfieldc Let your students run for congress: http://bit.ly/1uJQQ * MsCLanger Thank you all for such a warm welcome... and lovin the excellent resources - Keep it up! @bbarreda - Let's talk curriculum! (Note: She's a new user, feel free to follow.) * hickstro Prepping for three upcoming episodes of Teachers Teaching Teachers. Up this week, student choice and inquiry: http://bit.ly/OOsdG (This is Troy Hicks of CMU.) * mguhlin Over 800 Videos in Core Content Area Instruction http://ff.im/-8Ojqq * johnharrison1 Twitter is changing how ed nonprofits raise funds for good causes. @donorschoose in Fast Company http://bit.ly/1aDtqT * lthumann "Just Google" - a parody of "Beat It" by Michael Jackson http://tinyurl.com/2am3r4 (considering using this at the NJEA convention) * brasst http://twitdraw.com/jr3tss @chamada Thinking this could be very useful for tutoring and homework questions in math #twitdraw * plivings RT Chris Lehmann's call for participation in EduCon http://bit.ly/boSO1 thinking of attending/presenting this year ... Advisory: Advisory idea: 1. The Middle School Student's Guide to Ruling the World!* by Susan Mulcaire 2. Video – Silent Beats Video on Prejudice. Interesting point of views. If we don't teach kids literacy beyond the printed word, we are doing them a disservice. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=76BboyrEl48 Webspotlight: A Three Story Intellect! BLOOM’S TAXONOMY and Costa’s Levels of Questioning http://wwwstatic.kern.org/gems/AVID/NoelleCombsInquiryLesson.pdf Molecular Workbench http://mw.concord.org/modeler/ Awesome Highligter: http://www.awesomehighlighter.com/ News: National Subject-Matter Standards? Be Careful What You Wish For By Marion Brady “American education,” said Buckminster Fuller, “has evolved in such a way that it will be the undoing of the society.” http://www.edweek.org/ew/articles/2009/09/23/04brady.h29.html?tkn=QQQF7DtpOD4Av9Mp%2FladSCvhRcONy4acLzJG The promise of technology and change, so far, has fallen short at Philadelphia’s School of the Future. By Kathleen Kennedy Manzo http://www.edweek.org/ew/articles/2009/09/30/05future_ep.h29.html?tkn=Z[OFt1k7urdzHekhD%2FWbBZWenSpHHAb%2Ftq2C