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On a recent coaching call, we spoke with a new teacher who was feeling great about a math quiz her students had just aced—until she wasn't. The quiz focused on using the array model for multiplication, and students were awarded points for drawing the array and getting the right product. But when we looked deeper, something didn't sit right: Did these scores truly reflect her students' understanding and grade-level expectations? In this episode, we unpack what was missing from the math assessment and why simply getting the “right answer” isn't enough. We explore the importance of strategy sophistication, the difference between additive and multiplicative thinking, and how to design math assessments that actually measure mathematical proficiency.In this episode, you'll discover:High scores don't always mean high levels of understanding in math.Strategy sophistication matters—especially in assessing multiplication.Math assessments should reflect not just answers, but the thinking behind them.Teachers can refine math assessment practices to better capture student growth and proficiency.Not sure what matters most when designing math improvement plans? Take this assessment and get a free customized report: https://makemathmoments.com/grow/ Math coordinators and leaders – Ready to design your math improvement plan with guidance, support and using structure? Learn how to follow our 4 stage process. https://growyourmathprogram.com Looking to supplement your curriculum with problem based lessons and units? Make Math Moments Problem Based Lessons & Units Show Notes PageLove the show? Text us your big takeaway!Get a Customized Math Improvement Plan For Your District.Are you district leader for mathematics? Take the 12 minute assessment and you'll get a free, customized improvement plan to shape and grow the 6 parts of any strong mathematics program.Take the assessmentAre you wondering how to create K-12 math lesson plans that leave students so engaged they don't want to stop exploring your math curriculum when the bell rings? In their podcast, Kyle Pearce and Jon Orr—founders of MakeMathMoments.com—share over 19 years of experience inspiring K-12 math students, teachers, and district leaders with effective math activities, engaging resources, and innovative math leadership strategies. Through a 6-step framework, they guide K-12 classroom teachers and district math coordinators on building a strong, balanced math program that grows student and teacher impact. Each week, gain fresh ideas, feedback, and practical strategies to feel more confident and motivate students to see the beauty in math. Start making math moments today by listening to Episode #139: "Making Math Moments From Day 1 to 180.
Over the past several decades, progressives and conservatives have sought to ban books for very different reasons. In recent years, conservatives are more actively trying to get books pulled from libraries. The ten most challenged books from 2024 were all targeted from the political right. The local organization Our Local History is hosting a community forum about children's freedom to read. They explore challenged books and book bans on "Connections." Our guests: Justin Murphy, research and communications coordinator at Our Local History Henry "Cody" Miller, Ph.D., associate professor of English education at SUNY Brockport, and recipient of National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE) National Intellectual Freedom Award Tamara Wall, member of the West Irondequoit School Board Noelle Evans, education reporter/producer for WXXI News
In this 2023 episode, Jennifer Serravallo explores how The Reading Strategies Book 2.0 is organized to support skill progression and responsive teaching. Learn how the book's “if-then” paths help teachers quickly identify the right strategies based on individual student needs—whether in small groups, whole-class lessons, or intervention settings.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Are teachers being priced out of the very communities they serve? Housing costs are rising much faster than teacher salaries, making it hard for many to afford rent or buy a home near their schools. While some suggest building teacher housing, deeper issues like budget priorities and overall affordability are driving the crisis.
Send me a message.Formative assessment in Design and Technology requires structured peer feedback approaches to be effective. Research shows a significant gap in assessing technological knowledge, with most studies focusing on design knowledge instead.• Design crits from higher education can be adapted for classroom use through peer feedback• Research from the Netherlands identifies convergent feedback (clarifying ideas) and divergent feedback (promoting creative responses)• Teachers must model feedback techniques and provide clear criteria for students• Effective sentence starters include "I notice your design solves the problem by..." and "Have you considered how your design might work if..."• Using exemplars (WAGOLL) can limit creativity if not implemented carefully• Structured peer feedback reduces teacher workload while ensuring all students receive input• Andrew Halliwell is conducting new research on formative feedback to be presented in July 2025Resources and References from Episode 3: Beyond the Design Crit: How Students Learn Through Giving and Receiving FeedbackResearch from the Netherlands on peer feedback in D&T educationResearch focused on effective convergent and divergent feedback techniquesResearch addressing how pupils struggle with receiving and giving useful feedbackNuffield Key Stage 3 materials with sentence structures for convergent and divergent questionsAvailable on the D&T for D&T websiteChapter by Alice Shutt in the "Debates in Design and Technology" book about the Netherlands research Acknowledgement:Some of the supplementary content for this podcast episode was crafted with the assistance of Claude, an AI language model developed by Anthropic. While the core content is based on the actual conversation and my editorial direction, Claude helped in refining and structuring information to best serve listeners. This collaborative approach allows me to provide you with concise, informative, and engaging content to complement each episode.Support the showIf you like the podcast, you can always buy me a coffee to say 'thanks!'Please offer your feedback about the show or ideas for future episodes and topics by connecting with me on Threads @hardy_alison or by emailing me.If you listen to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, please take a moment to rate and/or review the show. If you want to support me by becoming a Patron click here. If you are not able to support me financially, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts or sharing a link to my work on social media. Thank you!
The Dean's List with Host Dean Bowen – Pew Research Center survey asks parents and teachers how they feel about the direction of public K12 schools in America. The results are not good! Public K-12 education in America has been on the wrong path for decades, and these types of surveys will likely continue to show an increase in parental dissatisfaction...
A cat with a bad Italian-accented name, a new name for Bishop, and we learn about how freaky teachers can be.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In a world competing for our attention, our guest this week admits: “It's probably harder to read novels now than it ever was.” But their value cannot be overstated. The novel's unique humanity, its careful and open treatment of the human experience, helps us to develop a sympathetic imagination, tuning our hearts and minds in a way that non-fiction argument simply cannot. Christopher Scalia, author of 13 Novels Conservatives Will Love (but Probably Haven't Read), makes the case that it is a distinctly conservative interest to explore the Western tradition through fiction. Recommendations in hand, he invites adults to refresh their reading list with novels—from the very inception of the form up to the present. Chapters: 1:47 The great book rut 4:11 Novels: the medium of recent Western tradition 5:30 The 18th-century bildungsroman 9:47 “Conservative” themes 16:18 The American dream in My Ántonia 22:39 Miraculous realism in Peace Like a River 29:02 Acknowledging the existence of evil 31:44 Wonder and encounter over strict interpretation 37:03 Revisiting works from your school years 38:47 Why narrative works 42:01 Books that nearly made the cut Links: 13 Novels Conservatives Will Love (but Probably Haven't Read) by Christopher Scalia Christopher J. Scalia at American Enterprise Institute The History of Rasselas by Samuel Johnson (1759) Evelina by Frances Burney (1778) Waverley by Sir Walter Scott (1814) The Blithedale Romance by Nathaniel Hawthorne (1852) Daniel Deronda by George Eliot (1876) My Ántonia by Willa Cather (1918) Their Eyes Were Watching God by Zora Neale Hurston (1937) The Girls of Slender Means by Muriel Spark (1963) The Children of Men by P. D. James (1992) Peace Like a River by Leif Enger (2001) Gilead by Marilynne Robinson (2004) The Road by Cormac McCarthy (2006) How I Won a Nobel Prize: A Novel by Julius Taranto (2023) Also on the Forum: Heights Forum Book Reviews On Reading Literature by Joseph Bissex Some Summer Reading Recommendations for Teachers by Tom Cox Modern Literature: On Curating the Contemporary featuring Mike Ortiz Guiding Our Boys through Modern Literature featuring Joe Breslin and Lionel Yaceczko Featured opportunities: Teaching Essentials Workshop at The Heights School (June 16-20, 2025) Convivium for Teaching Men at The Heights School (November 13-15, 2025)
In this episode of Passion for Dance, Dr. Chelsea tackles the pervasive issue of favoritism in dance studios and teams. She explains what favoritism looks like, why it happens, and how it impacts dancers emotionally and socially. Dr. Chelsea also shares actionable strategies to mitigate favoritism, including advice for teachers on creating a fair and inclusive environment, tips for dancers on how to handle perceived favoritism and seek constructive feedback, and guidance for parents on supporting their children and empowering them to advocate for themselves. Tune in for a comprehensive guide to creating a positive, equitable dance culture. New Listener Resource Leave a review or ask a question! https://chelseapierotti.com/211 Episode Breakdown: 00:37 Understanding Favoritism in Dance 01:26 Forms and Impact of Favoritism 06:14 Addressing Favoritism: Strategies for Teachers 07:47 Advice for Dancers and Parents 15:47 Conclusion and Community Engagement
We kick off episode 12 with a fun little game of Food Network Star or Top 50 music artist. Play along and see if you know the difference of these 10 celebrities. We also discuss uplifting teachers we had in elementary school, AND discuss ways to uplift teachers now, as we round out the school year. We also reflect on bullies of our past, and how we handled the fact that “hurt people hurt people.” (The Victory Couch is hosted by Rick and Julie Rando)Show notes: Connect with us on Instagram @thevictorycouch, Facebook, victorycouchpodcast@gmail.com, or www.thevictorycouch.comWant a new Victory Couch sticker for your water bottle, laptop, guitar case, etc.? Send us a message and we'll mail you one.SUBSCRIBE to The Victory Couch e-mail list by visiting https://www.thevictorycouch.com/ and click SUBSCRIBE at the top of your screen. Food Network StarsTop 50 Music ArtistsWho was your favorite elementary school teacher and why?How do you think we can best support our kids teachers on the home stretchof the school year?Have you ever been bullied? How did you handle it?Couch crumb: have acquired some great new books but have barely started reading, the bottom of the cookie jar with no more “Mrs P”cookiesProp your feet up: speaking engagements consistently, 5th grade DC field trip
LESSON 149Review of Lessons 137 - 138My Mind Holds Only What I Think With God.(137) When I am healed I am not healed alone.(138) Heaven is the decision I must make.- Jesus Christ in ACIM
The New Yorker’s Evan Osnos examines the broligarchy’s reckless actions while detailing his new book The Haves and the Have Yachts. Randi Weingarten, president of the American Federation of Teachers, spells out the cruel attacks in Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill.”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Having ADD or ADHD is a gift, not a curse. Hear from people all around the globe, from every walk of life, in every profession, from Rock Stars to CEOs, from Teachers to Politicians, who have learned how to unlock the gifts of their ADD and ADHD diagnosis, and use it to their personal and professional advantage, to build businesses, become millionaires, or simply better their lives. Our guest today, Maya Salwen is a transformation consultant at Accenture where she helps organizations navigate complex change. She's also spent the past few years on a personal transformation journey, leveraging a range of tools to grow physically, emotionally, and spiritually. Maya has found the systems that keep her grounded in the chaos of Work life and Mom life—something she's learned to navigate as a neurodivergent adult, living with ADHD and aphantasia (a condition where the mind's eye can't visualize images). She's also overcome challenges related to depression and hyper-somnia, a chronic sleep disorder, building a life that supports her energy, focus, and well-being. She lives in New York City with her husband, their two sons, a dog, and loves connecting with others who are building lives that work on their own terms. Enjoy! [You are now safely here] 01:18 - Introducing and welcome Maya Salwen Refs: Accenture, Aphantasia 02:33 - How and what do you use to be successful consulting at Accenture, after joining in March, 2020? 03:50 - How to use captions in Microsoft Teams! 05:23 - What are the top 5 tools you use, in addition to live captions, in your very demanding job in corporate? 06:43 - Ref: Brain.FM and our interviews, (part 1/ part 2), with CEO Daniel Clark 07:00 - Setting yourself up for success while out of the work place, time management + routines around the house 07:52 - 10pm bedtime? ref: Moon Brew for sleep a few hours before bed and removing digital gadgets 08:50 - On morning routines and habitual disciplines 09:31 - On understanding how to adjust your sleep schedule; if you're a night owl. Ref: Robin Sharma book 11:00 - What happens if your routine and schedule get out of whack? 12:00 - On parenting and your morning rituals 12:48 - Living by example works 13:28 - What advice would you give to those diagnosed as ADHD/Neurodivergent and perhaps in Gen Alpha; who are looking for new jobs, especially in the corporate sector? Ref: what is an ERG Program? 16:44 - On sleep studies, a Hypersomnia diagnosis, and about sharing personal things with your work family 17:28 - How can people find you? @MayaLeah on INSTA 17:52 - Thanks so much for listening to Faster Than Normal. Please join us again very soon! Know anyone doing wonderful things with #ADHD or their neurodivergent mind? We would love to have them on and listen to how they are using their #neurodiversity to their advantage. Shoot me an email and we will get them booked! My link tree is here if you're looking for something specific. https://linktr.ee/petershankman
Totally Booked: LIVE! In this special episode of the podcast (in-person at the Whitby Hotel with a live audience!), Zibby chats with critically acclaimed author, MacArthur genius, two-time Pulitzer Prize finalist, and Tony Award-nominated playwright, Sarah Ruhl, about her tender and thoughtful essay collection, LESSONS FROM MY TEACHERS. Sarah reveals the figures—inside and outside the classroom—who shaped her life and work, from her eccentric actress mother to her legendary mentor Paula Vogel. She also talks about memory, grief, her writing process, unexpected health journeys, the healing power of literature, and the impact of honoring teachers while they're still with us.Purchase on Bookshop: https://bit.ly/3HbVuNgShare, rate, & review the podcast, and follow Zibby on Instagram @zibbyowens! Now there's more! Subscribe to Moms Don't Have Time to Read Books on Acast+ and get ad-free episodes. https://plus.acast.com/s/moms-dont-have-time-to-read-books. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Teachers often pour so much time and energy into supporting their students that they forget about forming strong relationships with their peers. Navigating adult connections can be unexpectedly tricky. So in today's episode, I'm sharing practical advice for how you can fit in at a new school or with your grade-level team. These strategies will show you that with patience and a positive outlook, you'll not only find your place, but begin to build lasting, supportive relationships with your coworkers. Show Notes: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/blog/fitting-in-at-a-new-school Subscribe to the Beginning Teacher Talk YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@beginningteachertalk Free Masterclass - How to Get Ready for the School Year in 5 Weeks or Less: https://www.drlorifriesen.com/ready Grab a copy of my book, Dear New Teacher, Here's Exactly What to Do: Your 5-Step R.E.A.D.Y. for School Roadmap for Elementary Classrooms: https://amzn.to/3w3zZJ7 Lung Cancer Free: One Couple's Journey Through a “Lungs in a Box” Double Lung Transplant: https://www.lungcancerfree.com/ Check out Lori's TpT store (Beginning Teacher Talk): https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/Store/Beginning-Teacher-Talk Connect with Lori on Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/drlorifriesen/ Connect with Lori on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beginningteachertalk If the Beginning Teacher Talk podcast is helping you in your teaching and if you're feeling extra loving, I would be so grateful if you would leave a positive review for the show! Your kind words mean the world to me. Just click here to leave your review now (and be entered into our draw for a $25 Amazon Gift Card)! https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/beginning-teacher-talk/id1456137677 I hope you have a wonderful week, and remember - just because you are a beginning elementary teacher, there is no need for you to struggle like one. Xo Lori P.S. Do you have your copy of my FREE Ultimate Classroom Management Checklist? Get yours by clicking here now! https://www.drlorifriesen.com/ultimate-classroom-management-checklist
In this episode I host a dialogue between Stephen Snyder, meditation teacher and author, and Mark Mininberg, Zen master and dharma heir to Bernie Glassman. Stephen and Mark discuss their new podcast interview series, “Anatomy of Awakening”, in which they engage in peer-to-peer trialogue with other teachers of enlightenment. Stephen and Mark reveal why they chose the teachers they have featured, the degree to which various claims to spiritual attainment played a part in their selection, and how they navigated conversations with teachers from other Buddhist sects. Stephen and Mark reflect on the increase in meditation teachers who claim spiritual awakening, recall their own trainings in Zen communities in which discussion of enlightenment was taboo, and emphasise the need for rigorous training under an experienced guide. Stephen and Mark also warn about teachers who overestimate their abilities, offer suggestions to aspiring gurus, and emphasis the whole body commitment required to truly attain Buddhist awakening. … Video version: https://www.guruviking.com/podcast/ep308-anatomy-of-awakening-stephen-snyder-mark-mininberg Also available on Youtube, iTunes, & Spotify – search ‘Guru Viking Podcast'. … Topics include: 00:00 - Intro 01:12 - Anatomy of Awakening 03:12 - How did Stephen and Mark decide which teachers to interview? 05:43 - Are these teachers enlightened? 06:13 - Enlightenment doesn't belong to anybody 07:36 - A synergy of awakening 08:21 - How can you even tell if someone is enlightened? 09:46 - Teachers who promote themselves as teaching awakening 10:16 - No teacher is flawless 10:56 - The danger of speaking openly about awakening 12:14 - Buddhism and awakening traditions are evolving in the West 14:54 - Why are more teachers claiming enlightenment? 16:29 - Changes in American Buddhism and the New Age since the 70s 18:15 - The lost virtue of humility 19:50 The Absolute awakens to Itself 20:49 - Going public with ones's awakening 22:59 - Holding this life in reverence 24:05 - Signs of a mature practice 26:02 - Becoming a meditation teacher 28:11 - The true job of a teacher 30:47 - Teachers should not overestimate their level 34:35 - Ways to know you are in too deep as a teacher 35:45 - Teachers need teachers 37:50 - Is there any substitute for a 1-1 relationship with a teacher 39:54 - Humility and the truth a spouse sees 41:04 - People assume their teacher is perfect 41:47 - Mark's conservative Zen training 43:00 - Customer services spirituality 45:08 - Holding a teacher in reverence 47:13 - The pitfalls of leadership by committee 49:51 - Awakening is a whole body commitment 54:29 - Surprises when meeting enlightenment teachers 57:20 - Peer to peer trialogues 58:12 - How to find the interview series 59:24 - Host and guest 01:00:14 - Praise for the Guru Viking Podcast … Previous episodes with Stephen Snyder: - https://www.guruviking.com/search?q=snyder To purchase Anatomy of Awakening visit: - https://awakeningdharma.org/anatomy-of-awakening/ GV Podcast receives no affiliate commission from your purchase. … For more interviews, videos, and more visit: - www.guruviking.com … Music ‘Deva Dasi' by Steve James
LESSON 148Review of Lessons 135 - 136My Mind Holds Only What I Think With God.(135) If I defend myself I am attacked.(136) Sickness is a defense against the truth.- Jesus Christ in ACIM
Send us a textIn this episode of Teachers in Transition, Vanessa Jackson takes a fun dive into the 1987 movie The Secret of My Success, starring Michael J. Fox. Although it's an 80s classic with some retro charm, the movie holds valuable lessons on networking, standing out, and navigating the grind of job hunting—lessons that can resonate deeply with teachers transitioning into new careers. Listen in as Vanessa breaks down key themes from the movie and offers insights on how they can help you as you move forward in your career transition. Get ready for a combination of movie magic and practical career advice!The Grind of Job Hunting: Frustration and persistence in applying for jobs, even when it feels like you're not quite there yet.Standing Out in the Job Market: The importance of doing something simple but memorable to stand out, like Brantley Foster's Xeroxed face business card.Networking: The power of networking, and how Brantley Foster's success is tied to his aunt's connections. Don't be afraid to ask for help and make those connections!Overcoming Imposter Syndrome: Why women tend to hesitate when applying for jobs and how to overcome that fear, using transferable skills that you've already developed as a teacher.Confidence in Transferable Skills: The skills you've developed in education—communication, leadership, problem-solving—are highly valued in other industries.Resources & Links:Teachers in Transition – Your resource for career transition support.Watch Brantley get turned down at interviewsThe 5Ps Framework – Not sure whether it's time to leave teaching? Check out the framework at the top of the Teachers in Transition homepage to get clarity.Amazon Rental – The Secret of My Success – If you haven't seen the movie yet or want to revisit it, you can find it available for rental for under $4 on Amazon. Connect with VanessaVanessa@TeachersinTransition.comLeave a voicemail or text at 512-640-9099Connect with Vanessa on LinkedIn!Schedule a free Discovery Session with Vanessa hereFollow Vanessa on Bluesky @beyondteaching.bsky.socialVisit the homepage at TeachersinTransition.com to learn more! Help Grow the Podcast!Please share this podcast with someone that you think might like what it has to say – many teachers are aching to find a way to a new career. You can help them. People find new podcasts mostly because they've been recommended by someone they know.
My interview with Randi starts at 25 mins Stand Up is a daily podcast that I book,host,edit, post and promote new episodes with brilliant guests every day. Please subscribe now for as little as 5$ and gain access to a community of over 700 awesome, curious, kind, funny, brilliant, generous souls Check out StandUpwithPete.com to learn more RANDI WEINGARTEN is president of the 1.8 million-member AFT, which represents teachers; paraprofessionals and school-related personnel; higher education faculty and staff; nurses and other healthcare professionals; local, state and federal government employees; and early childhood educators. The AFT is dedicated to the belief that every person in America deserves the freedom to thrive, fueled by opportunity, justice and a voice in our democracy. This freedom is achieved through an economy that works for all, including the ability to form a union; great public schools and affordable higher education; healthcare as a right; retirement security; the right to vote and civil rights; a vibrant democracy; and safe, welcoming and healthy environments and communities. The AFT and its members advance these principles through community engagement, organizing, collective bargaining and political activism, and especially through members' work—we care, fight, show up and vote. Prior to her election as AFT president in 2008, Weingarten served for 11 years as president of the United Federation of Teachers, AFT Local 2, representing approximately 200,000 educators in the New York City public school system, as well as home child care providers and other workers in health, law and education. Weingarten is the recipient of many commendations; she was included in Washingtonian's 2021 Washington's Most Influential People, City & State New York's 2021 New York City Labor Power 100, and Washington Life's 2018 Power 100 list of prominent leaders, and in 2017 received the Roosevelt Institute's FDR Distinguished Public Service Award. In 2013, the New York Observer named Weingarten one of the most influential New Yorkers of the past 25 years. Weingarten has led the AFT's efforts to strengthen public education for all children and to address the crisis in the teaching profession caused by deep disinvestment and the deprofessionalization of teaching. Through the AFT's Fund Our Future campaign, AFT members and leaders throughout the country are fighting for adequate investment in public education. Parents and many others have joined the AFT's efforts to end the overuse and misuse of standardized tests, and to fix—not close—struggling schools, something Weingarten has advocated since her involvement in the creation of New York City's Chancellor's District, which dramatically improved achievement in what had been some of the city's lowest-performing schools. Weingarten has launched major efforts to place real education reform high on the nation's and her union's agendas. She created the AFT Innovation Fund, a groundbreaking initiative to support sustainable, innovative and collaborative education reform projects developed by members and their local unions. At Weingarten's direction, the AFT developed a model to transform teacher evaluations from a way of simply rating teachers to a tool for continuous improvement and feedback. This model is used to align tenure and due process, so that tenure serves as a guarantee of fairness, not of a job for life. Weingarten led an AFT committee that called for all prospective teachers to meet a high entry standard—as in medicine or law—so that they're prepared from the day they enter the classroom. Weingarten oversaw the development of the AFT's Quality Education Agenda, which advocates for reforms grounded in evidence, equity, scalability and sustainability. She promotes what she calls “solution-driven unionism”—an approach to collective bargaining and collective action that unites the interests of union members and those they serve in the pursuit of solutions that benefit students, schools and communities. Under Weingarten's leadership, the AFT continues to grow and expand its voice as a union of professionals. Nationwide, the AFT is the second-largest union of nurses and other health professionals and the largest higher education union, representing 230,000 higher education faculty, professional staff and graduate employees. Weingarten helped source millions of dollars of personal protective equipment for nurses and health professionals experiencing shortages as they served on the frontlines of the coronavirus pandemic. Weingarten is an advocate for a New Deal for Higher Education, a campaign calling for substantial federal investment in higher education that would prioritize teaching, research and student supports; provide sustainable careers with professional voice for all faculty and staff; allow all students to attend regardless of ability to pay; create academic environments free of racism and other forms of bigotry; and cancel student debt. The AFT provides our members tools and information they can use to manage their federal student loan debt, including having that debt forgiven, while advocating for solutions to the escalating cost of higher education, predatory loan practices, and terrible loan servicing that is holding people back. The AFT and a broad array of parent and community partners across the country have collaborated on events to advance a community- and educator-driven agenda for public school reform. Weingarten spearheaded the development of Share My Lesson, the United States' largest free collection of lesson plans, classroom activities, and teaching strategies and resources created by educators, for educators—all at no cost. The AFT has a long-standing partnership with First Book, which has provided 5 million free and reduced-price books to children. Weingarten and the AFT were asked to lead a partnership to transform McDowell County, W.Va., one of the poorest counties in the United States. The AFT has assembled more than 100 partners not only to improve the quality of education provided to children in the county, but to focus on jobs, transportation, recreation, housing, healthcare and social services. Weingarten believes the rural way of life is worth fighting for, and the AFT's experience in McDowell County informs the work Weingarten is advancing to help rural communities thrive—through education, healthcare and economic opportunities. The AFT supports the strategic establishment of 25,000 community schools where students and families can access tailored health services and social services in one place, and marginalized communities can have access to services and support. Weingarten views this goal as especially vital to help children, families and communities recover from the wide-ranging impacts of the coronavirus pandemic and ensuing recession. When the COVID-19 crisis hit, the AFT worked with scientists and health professionals to develop a blueprint for reopening schools. The AFT continues to advocate for the funding and necessary testing and safety protocols to ensure in-person learning is safe. During the Trump administration, Weingarten led the AFT's efforts to oppose Trump and Betsy DeVos' fervent attempts to defund and destabilize public education and to stand up to the administration's racist policies and attacks on facts and democracy. In 2012-13, Weingarten served on an education reform commission convened by New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo, which made a series of recommendations to improve teaching and learning. She was appointed to the Equity and Excellence Commission, a federal advisory committee chartered by Congress to examine and make recommendations concerning the disparities in educational opportunities that give rise to the achievement gap. For 10 years, while president of the UFT, Weingarten chaired New York City's Municipal Labor Committee, an umbrella organization for the city's 100-plus public sector unions, including those representing higher education and other public service employees. As chair of the MLC, she coordinated labor negotiations and bargaining for benefits on behalf of the MLC unions' 365,000 members. From 1986 to 1998, Weingarten served as counsel to UFT President Sandra Feldman, taking a lead role in contract negotiations and enforcement, and in lawsuits in which the union fought for adequate school funding and building conditions. A teacher of history at Clara Barton High School in Brooklyn's Crown Heights neighborhood from 1991 to 1997, Weingarten helped her students win several state and national awards debating constitutional issues. Elected as the local union's assistant secretary in 1995 and as treasurer two years later, she became UFT president after Feldman became president of the AFT. Weingarten was elected to her first full term as UFT president in 1998 and was re-elected three times. Weingarten's column “What Matters Most” appears in the New York Times' Sunday Review the third Sunday of each month. You can follow her on Twitter at @rweingarten (Twitter.com/rweingarten) and on Facebook (Facebook.com/randi.weingarten.9). Weingarten holds degrees from Cornell University's School of Industrial and Labor Relations and the Cardozo School of Law. She worked as a lawyer for the Wall Street firm of Stroock & Stroock & Lavan from 1983 to 1986. She is an active member of the Democratic National Committee and numerous professional, civic and philanthropic organizations. Born in 1957 and raised in Rockland County, N.Y., Weingarten now resides in the Inwood neighborhood of New York City. Join us Monday's and Thursday's at 8EST for our Bi-Weekly Happy Hour Hangout! Pete on Blue Sky Pete on Threads Pete on Tik Tok Pete on YouTube Pete on Twitter Pete On Instagram Pete Personal FB page Stand Up with Pete FB page All things Jon Carroll Follow and Support Pete Coe Buy Ava's Art Hire DJ Monzyk to build your website or help you with Marketing
In this episode of the Bill Press Pod, our own foreign policy expert, Joe Cirincione, discussed several pressing foreign policy issues. Cirincione is a National Security Analyst with decades of experience in DC. They began by touching on King Charles' historic visit to Canada for the parliamentary opening—a gesture seen as supportive of Canada amid criticism from Donald Trump. They then shifted focus to Trump's peculiar interest in Greenland, interpreting it as a potential financial motivation rather than geopolitical strategy.The conversation moved towards the ongoing conflict in Ukraine, where Russia launched its largest attacks in three years. Cirincione criticized Trump's lack of military support for Ukraine and highlighted the strategic miscalculations of both Trump and Putin, suggesting that Putin is manipulating Trump for his own benefit.They also talked about the leadership of Ukrainian President Zelensky, praising his resilience in the face of adversity, and provided insights into the situation in Gaza. Cirincione described the Israeli military strategy under Netanyahu as destructive, with plans to essentially depopulate Gaza.The discussion also touched on the U.S.'s dwindling support for its NATO allies, suggesting that Europe may need to step up and take independent action in global politics, particularly given Trump's erratic foreign policy.Today's Bill Press Pod is supported by The American Federation of Teachers. More information at AFT.org.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Every student deserves to feel seen, valued, and free to be themselves, and this week's Heinemann podcast episode explores how educators can make that happen through the power of the arts. Tune in as Rebecca Bellingham and Veronica Scott read the introduction to their new book, The Artful Approach to Exploring Identity and Fostering Belonging. Blending personal stories, creative strategies, and practical tools, the book offers K-8 educators powerful ways to use poetry, music and storytelling to build inclusive connected classrooms. Whether you're looking to deepen identity work or add joy and creativity to your teaching, this episode will leave you inspired.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Kevin Stoller - Better Learning Podcast - talks with Steve about the 1984 movie: Teachers. This is episode 761 of Teaching Learning Leading K12, an audio podcast. The Better Learning Podcast combines education and entertainment in a fresh, engaging format where guests share their favorite school-related movies. Host Kevin Stoller leads dynamic conversations, exploring memorable scenes, iconic characters, and timeless lessons through award-style categories like “The John Keating Award” for standout teachers and “Realistic or Ridiculous?” to dissect school life portrayals. With humor, analysis, and reflection, each episode celebrates the fun, flaws, and impact of these films while sparking nostalgia and insights. Whether you're an educator, student, or movie buff, join us to relive the movies that shaped how we see school life, and share your favorites. Teachers is one of my all-time favorite movies. I was in undergraduate school, working on my degree so that I could teach high school history. Mr. Gower is my favorite teacher. Saw this movie numerous times at the theater. Love this conversation! Had fun catching up with Kevin. Thanks for listening! Please share. Before you go... You could help support this podcast by Buying Me A Coffee. Not really buying me something to drink but clicking on the link on my home page at https://stevenmiletto.com for Buy Me a Coffee or by going to this link Buy Me a Coffee. This would allow you to donate to help the show address the costs associated with producing the podcast from upgrading gear to the fees associated with producing the show. That would be cool. Thanks for thinking about it. Hey, I've got another favor...could you share the podcast with one of your friends, colleagues, and family members? Hmmm? What do you think? Thank you! You are AWESOME! Connect and Learn More: https://kay-twelve.com/ https://kay-twelve.com/podcast/ Length - 01:01:20
Aimee Echo, founder of Community Yoga Club/Ashtanga Yoga Long Beach, talks with J about the carrying on of tradition and the evolution of practice. They discuss parallel scenes in 90's LA and NY, sub culture of Mysore rooms, Patabhi Jois touring the US, studying with Sharath and Shruthi, authorization agreements and certification, Jois Yoga, aftermath of Sharath's death, a new "active" series, hands on adjustments, comparing Ashtanga and Desikachar, listening, and casting a shorter net to invite more serious inquiry and practice. To subscribe and support the show… GET PREMIUM. Say thank you - buy J a coffee. Check out J's other podcast… J. BROWN YOGA THOUGHTS.
In this episode, Kent shares his reflections on the profound impact of teachers, the nuances of effective communication, and the complexities of foreign policy under President Trump. Hance emphasizes the significant role of educators, the importance of clarity in communication, and the strategic aspects of Trump's diplomatic efforts in the Middle East. The episode also touches on trade policies, the state of higher education, and the importance of concise political messaging, offering listeners a rich tapestry of ideas and reflections.
No one escapes trauma or avoids stress. But what happens to our ability to imagine and pursue justice when individual and collective trauma goes unaddressed? Hala Khouri lays out a framework for understanding trauma; she also points to the important role that embodied practices can play in processes of healing and self-care. (Encore presentation.) Tessa Hicks Peterson and Hala Khouri, eds., Practicing Liberation: Transformative Strategies for Collective Healing and Systems Change North Atlantic Books, 2024 Hala Khouri, Tessa Hicks Peterson and Keely Nguyễn, Practicing Liberation Workbook: Radical Tools for Grassroots Activists, Community Leaders, Teachers, and Caretakers Working Toward Social Justice North Atlantic Books, 2024 The post Trauma, Healing, and Social Change appeared first on KPFA.
Do you own any books written by celebrities? This week Shauna Flash and I are chatting about the yoga book written by super model Christy Turlington. We cover a LOT of ground! If you'd like to talk about Yoga books with me on the show, reach out.More about Shauna: Shauna Flash is a yoga teacher and yoga teacher trainer based in Sandy, Utah, specialising in stress reduction and mindfulness practices. With a calming presence and a passion for holistic wellness, she supports individuals in finding balance through breath, movement, and mindfulness practices. In addition to teaching yoga, she facilitates immersive sound baths and leads stress reduction workshops for individuals and corporations, helping teams reset, refocus, and thrive in high-pressure environments. Her work blends ancient practices with modern needs, creating accessible tools for lasting well-being. Find her on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/shaunaflashyoga or online at www.shaunaflashyoga.comMy links:MAY SALE: https://www.amymcdonald.com.au/intensivesBusiness coaching: www.amymcdonald.com.au/coachingCalendar to book in to talk: https://scheduler.zoom.us/amymcdonald/coachingCounselling: https://www.amymcdonald.com.au/counsellingPatreon: www.patreon.com/AmyMcDonaldReference:Turlington, Christy (2002) Living Yoga: Creating a Life of Practice, Hyperion Books, New York.
See MORE here: https://karenswain.com/lori-ann-spagn... Lori Spagna is a Best Selling Author, a Spiritual Catalyst, an Intuitive, a Multi-Dimensional Channel, an Ascension Guide and Mentor, an Empath, an Animal Communicator, an Energy Healer, a Starseed and Contactee, and a Visionary. Lori channels The Collective, a group of non physical, inter-dimensional beings who include a collective group of Ascended Masters, Divine Goddesses, Angels, Teachers, Loved Ones, The Animal Kingdom Collectives, Star Family Races. Interstellar Beings and others in the non physical realms. Appreciate KAren's work Awakening and Expanding Consciousness? Please Share your Appreciation on this link https://www.paypal.me/KArenASwain THANK YOU for your Support for the content. Episode: 67 on UPRN - ATP Media Awakening and Expanding Consciousness with KAren Swain Welcomes Lori Ann Spagna Host: KAren Swain https://karenswain.com See our links https://linktr.ee/KArenSwain More shows here: https://karenswain.com/listen/ Join our Awakening Empowerment Network Facebook Group / awakeningempowermentnetwork BIG Love to you all
Our 2025 Bored Teachers Comedy Tour FALL SHOWS are now on sale! Rally your teacher besties TODAY and lock in your spots for the night of laughter you NEED to make it through the first semester! https://bit.ly/TODBTCT We're coming to Australia, New Zealand and Canada! We'll be heading your way this fall, and tickets are already selling fast! Grab yours NOW: https://bit.ly/TODBTCT Book your hosts for a speaking event at your school: https://teacherspeakers.com/ Check out our MERCH! https://shop.boredteachers.com Subscribe to our newsletter: https://www.beacons.ai/teachersoffdutypod Send us a voice message: https://bit.ly/3UPAT5a Listen to the podcast anywhere you stream your favorite shows: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3hHNybdOJb7BOwe0eNE7z6?si=24709daf55e64314 Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/teachers-off-duty/id1602160612 _________________________________ Teachers get your perks!! This episode is brought to you by: Betterhelp | Go to https://betterhelp.com/TOD to get 10% off today Brooklyn Bedding | Go to https://brooklynbedding.com/ to get 30% off today using CODE: TOD Warby Parker | Go to https://www.warbyparker.com/tod and get FREE shipping and a 30 day return _________________________________ It's the end of the school year and chaos is in full swing! In this hilarious and heartwarming episode of Teachers Off Duty, Bri is back and joined by fellow educators Anna and Lauren for a ladies' night full of laughs, laser tag stories, and a whole lot of teacher real talk. From being physically and emotionally overstimulated to getting roasted by their own students (“lemon pepper steppers,” anyone?), the teacher trio shares what it really feels like to crawl toward summer break. They spill on classroom observations, field day injuries, kindergarten finger paintings, and the surprisingly emotional goodbye that happens every single year. Plus, we talk about the Bored Teachers Comedy Tour, our favorite spirit week moments, and what it's like when your own kid attends your school. Whether you're a fellow educator, a parent, or just nosy about the behind-the-scenes madness of the classroom, this episode is for you. Tune in and commiserate, celebrate, and laugh your way to the end of the school year with us! Listen now & don't forget to subscribe! Follow your hosts: Bri Richardson @honestteachervibes Anna Kowal @readawaywithmissk Lauren Hoof @misshoofteaches Follow us on all platforms @TeachersOffDutyPodcast _________________________________ Teachers Off Duty - A Bored Teachers©️ Podcast
Truth: Teachers want and need more joy in their life! Truth: It can come in some silly and significant ways if we are strategic about it! In the This Teacher Life season finale, we're wrapping up with a special episode dedicated to helping educators rediscover the joy in their teaching journey on both a personal and professional level. Join us as we dive into six simple yet powerful strategies that can transform the day-to-day experience in the classroom and beyond. Whether you're feeling burnt out or just looking for ways to inject a little more positivity into your routine, this episode is full of fun with special guests Jack Berckemeyer and Rachael McCoy. It's time to take a step back, reflect, and find the joy that's often hidden in the hustle. Tune in and get ready to finish the season feeling inspired and rejuvenated for the next chapter of your teaching journey! AND… prepare your hearts to feel like you are having a conversation with your teacher BFF. Episode Notes: Get Signed up for the Awesome Academy for Teachers NOW! monicagenta.com/awesomeacademy Needing Some Awesome PD for Your School? Let's Connect: monicagenta.com/PD Connect with Monica on social media: Instagram: instagram.com/monicagentaed/ TikTok: tiktok.com/@monicagentaed Facebook: facebook.com/MonicaGentaEd Twiiter: twitter.com/monicagentaed
In this episode, Pastor Tim and Klayton discuss the importance of having a Small Group Teachers' Meeting.
Think about not using it... She forgets all of the good stuff... The Weinermobile race at Indianapolis... Master Bater (that is his name) arrested for masturbating in public at the grocery store... Hot for teacher, again... Female teachers just keep banging their students... The ass was trash, was what one student said about his teacher... One teacher that paid her students to have sex with her... Katie discovers BBW sex dolls... Katie's rancid auto blow debacle... When the kitten crashes the show and we forget... We remember and finish... Another teacher gets caught banging an underage student and getting him an underage prostitute to have sex with... Skarsgard in a gay BDSM movie out soon... It's never rough enough for Katie... Joe Exotic begging for a pardon so he can save his husband that got deported by Trump... Brooke Shields and her botched vagina surgery... Have we ever considered polyamory??? Flirting is what it is all about... Would Katie ever consider being a sugar mama... Some late announcements... What the horniest we've ever been... Sex on drugs... What it takes to get Katie off... What is the most extreme type of sex Katie has ever wanted??? Peanut butter on the toes... Punch a fascist
GUEST: Joe Molloy is homeless and wants to be the next mayor of Seattle. // Big Local: A Renton beach on Lake Washington is closed this holiday weekend due to high bacteria levels. Tacoma teachers are up in arms as the school district makes cuts to address its budget deficit. // Jake Skorheim on how young people confuse Memorial Day and Labor Day, and how you can apparently spread depression and anxiety via kissing.
In this episode, I'm incredibly excited to be joined by two amazing people: my fantastic co-host, Jenn David-Lang, who's also stepping in as a guest today, and the one and only Kim Marshall! We're diving into a topic that feels more important than ever right now: supporting new teachers. It's something I'm seeing firsthand as my daughter navigates her first year teaching, and believe me, it's a challenge. That's why we're shining a spotlight on the brand-new, absolutely invaluable section on the bestofmarshallmemo.org website. Jenn and Kim have curated the most powerful, practical insights from thousands of articles specifically to help new educators, and the best part? It's all available for free! We get into the nitty-gritty of what new teachers really need to succeed. We discuss everything from crucial steps like onboarding and thoughtful scheduling to helping new teachers build resilience, tackle tough classroom management situations, and the vital role of teacher teams in combating isolation. My biggest hope is that the resources we discuss will help these dedicated new teachers, who face such immense challenges, not just get through their first years, but truly thrive and make a lasting career in this essential profession. Don't miss this conversation—and seriously, go check out the free resources at bestofmarshallmemo.org! Thank you for tuning in! If you have questions, feedback, or suggestions for future episodes—including great non-education books with lessons for school leaders—email us at Dr.mike.doughty@gmail.com. Please consider leaving a rating and review on Spotify or iTunes to support the show. Every bit helps! And if you found this episode helpful, share it with your colleagues. Interested in sponsoring the podcast? Contact Mike directly at Dr.mike.doughty@gmail.com. To explore insightful summaries of top leadership books, connect with Jenn David-Lang at Jenn@TheMainIdea.net or visit TheMainIdea.net.
LESSON 144Review of Lessons 127 - 128My Mind Holds Only What I Think With God.(127) There is no love but God's.(128) The world I see holds nothing that I want.- Jesus Christ in ACIM
On May 22. 2006, teachers struck across the Mexican state of Oaxaca against dismal resources for schools, kids, and themselves. They were met with widespread repression. It would kick off months of protests that would unexpectedly turn Oaxaca into ground zero for one of the most radical movements Mexico has seen in the 21st century.They started holding people's assemblies. They set up barricades across the city. Teachers, housewives, Indigenous organizers, health workers, and students took over 14 different radio stations to defend their struggle.This is episode 37 of Stories of Resistance—a podcast co-produced by The Real News and Global Exchange. Independent investigative journalism, supported by Global Exchange's Human Rights in Action program. Each week, we'll bring you stories of resistance like this. Inspiration for dark times.If you like what you hear, please subscribe, like, share, comment, or leave a review. You can also follow Michael Fox's reporting and support his work and this podcast at www.patreon.com/mfox.Written and produced by Michael Fox.Resources:Oaxacan teachers strike against Governor, 2006:https://nvdatabase.swarthmore.edu/content/oaxacan-teachers-strike-against-governor-2006The Long Struggle of Mexican Teachers: https://jacobin.com/2016/08/mexico-teacher-union-strikes-oaxaca/Documentary: Un Poquito de Tanta Verdad (Many of the clips in this episode came from this documentary): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=37dWP-dBPL4Subscribe to Stories of Resistance podcast hereBecome a member and join the Stories of Resistance Supporters Club today!Sign up for our newsletterFollow us on BlueskyLike us on FacebookFollow us on TwitterDonate to support this podcast
Send us a textDr. Pete Bowers shared how Structured Word Inquiry (SWI) transforms spelling and vocabulary into tools for deep thinking - perfect for engaging advanced and struggling readers in the elementary reading classroom. We encourage the listeners to also check out this episode on YouTube to learn from the visuals Dr. Bowers shared during the discussion (link is at the top of the show notes).RESOURCES MENTIONED DURING THE EPISODE:Our Youtube link to the episodePete Bower's Word Works Kingston website: See MANY helpful links at the bottom of the page. We use this homepage as a hub for SWI information.Dr. Bowers' Monday 5 pm EST office hours linkReal Spelling ToolboxActive View of Reading Duke, Cartwright, 2021Homophone Principle - described in this lessonDavid Share: Self teaching "Ultra-detailed brain map shows neurons that encode words' meaning" Nature 631, 264 (2024)Spelling Out Orthography demonstration video from Dr. BowersDocument describing a SWI hunt for all the jobs of the final, non-syllabic Video from Dr. Bowers with Marie Foley about The Nested Combinatorial Nature of English Spelling2025 Reading League presentation from Dr. Bowers about Morphological Instruction and Language ComprehensionUpcoming SWI Training in June 2025 with Pete Bowers and Rebecca LovelessUpcoming 4 day in-person training with Dr. Bowers in July 2025 on Wolfe IslandStructured Word Inquiry: An Implementation Guide for Teachers by Jennifer A Constantine and Kara B Lee *Amazon affiliate linkTeaching How the Written Word Works by Peter Bowers (via www.wvced.com Store)Bonus Episodes access through your podcast appBonus episodes access through PatreonFree Rubrics Guide created by usFinding Good Books Guide created by usInformation about our Patreon membershipSupport the showGet Literacy Support through our Patreon
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Kelly welcomes renowned playwright, poet and teacher Sarah Ruhl back to the podcast. Sarah is a two-time Pulitzer Prize finalist, a Tony Award nominee, and the recipient of the MacArthur Genius Fellowship. She has a new book, it's called “Lessons from My Teachers.” “Our phones can give us facts but not story; information, but not relation.” […]
Plus: Virginia loses out on EV chargers; Gov. Youngkin touts 1000 undocumented immigrant arrests; and other stories. NEWSLETTER In the podcast: Richmond must hire 55 new multilingual teachers to comply with new state law; plans for new EV stations in Virginia get scrapped.
Tell us whatcha' think! Send a text to us, here! Thank you for sharing your thoughts on our podcast. In this episode of the "Parents' Right in Education" podcast, host Suzanne Gallagher welcomes guest Daniel Suhr to discuss the legal battles surrounding teacher strikes and union influence in public education. Suhr, an advocate for constitutional rights in education, shares insights into his legal career, emphasizing the importance of safeguarding the constitutional framework within K-12 public schools.The conversation highlights the challenges posed by teacher unions, which Suhr believes have an outsized influence on public institutions, often surpassing legal boundaries. He explains that while teacher strikes are illegal in many states, unions sometimes disregard procedural safeguards, which can lead to broader, unauthorized demands during strikes. Such actions, according to Suhr, not only disrupt educational processes but also undermine lawful governance by enabling unions to overstep their roles.Suhr's firm actively represents parents in lawsuits across the country, seeking to enforce legal standards and ensure that educational disruptions do not harm students and parents. He articulates a vision where parents and elected school boards, rather than union bosses, make decisions about educational policies and school management.The episode delves into the specifics of a case in Portland, where teacher strikes challenged legal and procedural norms, discussing the broad implications of such strikes on the educational system and parental rights. Suhr advocates for a legal strategy ("law-fare") to correct systemic abuses of power by teacher unions, aiming to restore authority to parents and legal guardians in the educational domain.Overall, the podcast underscores the significance of legal advocacy in defending parents' rights and the necessity of holding unions accountable for their actions within public education systems. Suhr and Gallagher encourage listeners to engage with and support efforts to ensure that educational environments respect legal and constitutional parameters.Daniel's website: stopteacherstrikes.comSupport the showIf you need assistance with a situation in your area, please fill out our free consultation form.DONATE TODAY!www.ParentsRightsInEducation.com
LESSON 143Review of Lessons 125 - 126My Mind Holds Only What I Think With God.(125) In quiet I receive God's Word today.(126) All that I give is given to myself.- Jesus Christ in ACIM
In classrooms across the country, something subtle but powerful is taking shape. Amidst the distractions, the surface-level shortcuts, and the pressure to speed everything up, I've seen students quietly shift from passive to active. They’ve gone from compliant to curious and from distracted to dialed... The post Teachers Are the Champions of Depth in a Culture of Distractions appeared first on John Spencer.
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Amy is an Akashic Records Master which is an energetic field of infinite possibilities that you can access to receive love, guidance, and support from the Masters, Teachers, and Loved Ones, also known as the Guardians of the Records. The moment your soul is incepted, everything is recorded in the Akashic Records. You can think about it as an energetic library of your soul's experiences. Through all times. Amy shares how you can go into that energetic library and receive guidance in all areas of your lives. Where to find Amy and her courses: TheAmyRobeson.com Her free Master Class offerings: TheAmyRobeson.comfree Amy's insta: @amy.robeson Where to find Joni: wakeupwithjoni.com @wakeupwithjoni Joni's Book: STOP LOOK CHOOSE: Your Journey to Peace and Freedom Joni's New 6 Week Online Course beginning June 19th: DATING REBOOT: Real Love after 50 https://practicalintegratedspirituality.com/products/dating-reboot-real-love-after-50/
In this episode of One in Ten, host Teresa Huizar talks with researcher Kotomi Yokokura about the critical issue of educator sexual misconduct and the role of electronic communication in these offenses. Yokokura shares her personal motivation and findings from her study, which reveals the alarming prevalence of misconduct, including frequent use of social media and messaging apps for grooming. They discuss the need for clearer policies, better informed consent from parents, and the implications of increased technology use in education post-pandemic. They also highlight the challenges and potential solutions in protecting students both online and offline. Time Stamps:00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview 01:33 Meet Kotomi Yokokura: Personal Journey and Research 02:58 Understanding Educator Sexual Misconduct 05:07 The Role of Electronic Communication in Misconduct 05:42 Data and Findings from Disciplinary Records 08:54 Characteristics of Offending Educators 14:05 Impact on Students and Parental Awareness 21:31 Policy Recommendations and Future Research 34:50 Conclusion and Final ThoughtsResources:Educator Sexual Misconduct: A Description of Electronic Communication Use; Journal of Child Sexual Abuse; January 2025Support the showDid you like this episode? Please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts.
Grade School: How Teachers Can Change Your Life: A Memoir by Anthony Massucci Amazon.com WHO ARE YOUR 5 PEOPLE? FIND YOUR UNEXPECTED HEROES IN GRADE SCHOOL. In Grade School, Anthony Massucci shares a deeply personal and inspiring memoir about the transformative power of unexpected support. His childhood, marked by struggles at home, was illuminated by the unwavering kindness and encouragement of his grade school teachers. Their influence shaped his attitude, spirit, and future and serves as a beacon of hope for anyone facing challenges. At a time when many might retreat inward, Anthony chose to lean into the support system that formed around him. Beyond his mother, siblings, and extended family, his teachers became unexpected caregivers who propelled him forward. Anthony's story reminds us that no matter how alone we may feel during life's challenges— whether it's grief, abuse, divorce, or significant transitions—some people care and are ready to extend their kindness. WHAT YOU'LL LEARN FROM GRADE SCHOOL: THE POWER OF SUPPORT SYSTEMS: Discover how your family, friends, and unexpected mentors can lift you up during difficult times. BEING OPEN TO KINDNESS: Learn to actively recognize and embrace the kindness and care surrounding you—even when you feel isolated. LESSONS FROM TEACHERS WHO TRANSFORM LIVES: Explore how educators can leave a lasting impact through encouragement, wisdom, and genuine belief in their students. BUILDING RESILIENCE IN DIFFICULT TIMES: Find inspiration in Anthony's journey of perseverance and learn how to forge your path forward with the help of others. FINDING YOUR “FIVE PEOPLE”: Reflect on the surprising individuals who may help guide and support you. This concept, often referred to as ‘your five people', suggests that the people you surround yourself with significantly impact your life and can influence your personal growth and success. Grade School is a heartfelt tribute to those who show up when we need them most. Open your heart, and you may be surprised by who steps forward.About the author ANTHONY MASSUCCI is an author and former Bloomberg News and Time Warner AOL Daily Finance journalist and Bloomberg TV broadcaster. For the past decade, he has run his own media firm, HiAnthony Media. He lives in Manhattan, New York, with his son and daughter
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BIG NEWS!!! Our 2025 Bored Teachers Comedy Tour FALL SHOWS are now on sale! Rally your teacher besties TODAY and lock in your spots for the night of laughter you NEED to make it through the first semester! https://bit.ly/TODBTCT We're coming to Australia, New Zealand and Canada! We'll be heading your way this fall, and tickets are already selling fast! Grab yours NOW: https://bit.ly/TODBTCT Book your hosts for a speaking event at your school: https://teacherspeakers.com/ Check out our MERCH! https://shop.boredteachers.com Subscribe to our newsletter: https://www.beacons.ai/teachersoffdutypod Send us a voice message: https://bit.ly/3UPAT5a Listen to the podcast anywhere you stream your favorite shows: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3hHNybdOJb7BOwe0eNE7z6?si=66915da129a04d7b Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/teachers-off-duty/id1602160612 _________________________________ Teachers get your perks!! This episode is brought to you by: LaPure Cosmetics | Go To https://lapurenaturals.com/TOD to get 40% OFF your First Order _________________________________ This week on Teachers Off Duty, Brian, Jess, and Leslie dive into one of the hottest (and most hilarious) debates in education right now: Should we ban cell phones in school? From brutal bathroom fights and TikTok trends to mental health and emergency safety concerns, the crew tackles it all, sprinkled with their signature chaos and comedy, of course. Leslie shares how Virginia's new statewide ban is unfolding, Jess reflects on her own screen-time parenting struggles, and Brian confesses to being personally victimized by the comment section. Plus, they talk about kids turning teachers into memes, the dystopian rise of Life360, and the awkward silence that comes when everyone has to put their phones away—including the teacher. As the gang debates classroom control, digital addiction, and how to parent (or teach) through the noise, one thing becomes clear—there are no easy answers. But with a lot of empathy and a little humor, they explore how teachers can create healthier boundaries with tech while still preparing students for a digital world. Oh, and spoiler alert: stretchy jeans, nostalgic field trips, and Candy Crush all make a surprising appearance too. Whether you're Team “Lock It in a Pouch” or “Let Them Listen to Music,” this episode is packed with laughs, reflection, and some real talk about tech, teaching, and the world our kids are growing up in. Listen now & don't forget to subscribe! Follow your hosts: Leslie Rob @LeslieRobComedy Jess Smith @TeacherTalesOfMissSmith Brian Moote @MooteComedy Follow us on all platforms @TeachersOffDutyPodcast _________________________________ Teachers Off Duty - A Bored Teachers©️ Podcast
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