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In this episode, we discuss school success, ambitious goals, how to be a better teacher, how to build a culture of belonging. You'll come away with a ton of approaches, tips, and tricks for bettering your pedagogy. Don't miss out on this important episode! Rae Hughart is a Middle Level Math Educator in Illinois, creator of the Teach Further Model, Instructional Assistant Professor at Illinois State University, and the Director of Training & Development for the Teach Better Team. Rae continues to facilitate rich discussions with educators around mastering personalized learning, providing targeted student-focused feedback, and the impact of incorporating purpose into student daily learning. Through building partnerships with local businesses, Rae continues to support educators in designing dynamic, impactful, effective, and connected content - showing the impact of teaching beyond the four walls of a classroom and altering a community into an authentic resource for developing leaders. After being inducted i

In this episode with Dr. Rebecca Heiss, we discuss how to approach imposter syndrome, beat stress and burnout, how to dig into manifesting the life you want and simply tricks to live life without fear. She is an author, speaker, and stress neurobiologist. Dr. Rebecca Heiss is a force. REBECCA’S MISSIONHELP OTHERS TO BECOME FEARLESS.The scariest thing to me is living a life full of fear. That’s not living. That’s relying on fear-based instinct to make choices for us. I’ve dedicated my life to pushing back on those instincts and leaning into the discomfort. When was the last time you danced without hearing that little voice in your head questioning “what will other people say” and “your hips do NOT move like that!” I ask people to challenge those voices in their daily lives. To make sure we are all making the most of this thrilling life we are so privileged to live. By making enemies of these limiting stories and shortcuts inside our own heads rather than with our colleagues, departments, or our conscious selve

Charle Peck is the co-creator of Thriving School Community, a revolutionary program designed for schools to improve mental health. With over 20 years of education and mental health leadership experience, she has the unique lens of both a certified teacher and a licensed clinical therapist specializing in trauma.  Charle holds an MS in Education and an MS in Social Work. Her role as a high school teacher coupled with her work with children and families in crisis gives her incredible insight into solving youth mental health problems stemming from our schools.  She is the co-author of Improving School Mental Health: The Thriving School Community Solution and a global keynote speaker delivering powerful messages of hope to educators.Certified to teach K-12 (M.Ed.).​Licensed to practice clinical therapy specializing in trauma (MSW).​Taught high school social sciences and mental health curriculum for 18 years.  ​Led district-wide professional development sessions to improve instructional practice and wellness initi

In this thought-provoking episode, Tom Schimmer and Morgane Michael dive headfirst into the realm of student accountability and explore how we can redefine it to foster success. Join us as we challenge traditional notions of responsibility and offer fresh insights into empowering students to take ownership of their academic journey. Through engaging discussions with leading experts, we uncover practical strategies, innovative approaches, and inspiring stories that will transform the way we view student accountability. Get ready to unlearn excuses and crack the code on unlocking true academic potential.

As a leader, advisor, professor, mentor and coach Dr. Susan Murray helps individuals and organizations develop their core leadership capabilities and tools for success.  She helps leaders hone their skills and craft their leadership style to lead their team more effectively so as to conceptualize a vision, set a clear direction, and define priorities and actions for results.  She works closely with teams to understand each other’s strengths, communicate effectively and create a path forward.  Her work is a combination of research and practice and a whole lot of common sense!Dr. Murray and I discuss leadership, explore key components to effective leadership, how to build trust, and how to remain true to your integrity within the school and workplace environment, while stretching for greatness. We discuss excellence, while balancing gender roles, resource challenges, how to best support those around you while maintaining your own sense of peace.  She in an inspiring force in the corporate and educational spaces

Jessica Leger is an educator and a singer-songwriter in the band, Cast. She's also a mother and an incredible human. In this episode, we discuss creativity and humanity within the context of education and the practice of putting. your work into the world. Cast is a duo featuring rhythm and voice as the focal points of their compositions and performances. They just released their second album, Identities, this month. 

In this episode, we discuss the current climate of schools post-covid across North America and the need to recalibrate our energies, efforts, and expectations to meet our students and educators where they are at. Many of us feel weary, but there are so many ways to get fired up about education. Listen to some of Jimmy's excellent advice about education, culture-building and fostering our morale in school to boost student efficacy! Jimmy served twenty-two years as a school leader. He is a best selling author, speaker, leadership coach, and a state and national award winning principal. Under Jimmy’s leadership, Bettendorf High School was named one of the best high schools in the country three times by Newsweek and U.S. News and World Report. JImmy was named the 2012 Iowa Principal of the Year and was runner-up NASSP 2013 National Principal of the Year. In 2014, Jimmy was invited to the White House to speak on the Future Ready Pledge. Finally, in 2015, he received the Bammy Award for the National Principal of th

In this special episode, I feature a podcast episode hosted by new author, Gail Markin, about her book Beyond Self Care! She interviews Lisa Baylis (author of Self Compassion for Educators) about her chapter on taking care of ourselves, what it truly means to offer ourselves self-compassion, and how to take time to be truly present.  

Here's to the new spine tingler of a new song, "Let It Out" by Joan Bessie.On this episode, we feature the talented musician Joan Bessie, who is set to release her sophomore album "Girls I've Lost" in April 2023 (Available for presale April 7th, out on April 21st).Born as Jessica Beach, Joan Bessie's musical journey started in Toronto, where she grew up listening to different genres of music. She began her professional career in Calgary, where she won the 'Unsigned Vibe' contest and released her first album "Sticky Hands". Her success led to national and international tours, co-writing efforts, and placement with international pop stars. In this episode, we discuss creativity, perfectionism, and the ability to hold space for one another as we navigate this especially challenging era of existence.#joanbessie #indiesong #belonging #selfcare #artist #creativityFor more information about her beautiful albums, upcoming tour dates, merch, and more, check out joanbessie.com.She'll be performing April 28 in Vancouver

When it comes to fitness and achievement, nothing is more important than a good coach who is rooting for you! John Miller is just that. His unique approach and gym mirrors some of the best in North America. His goal is to help students and adults achieve excellent results through hard work, perseverance, and by putting them in the right situations that will propel them into success. Follow John Miller and his journey by searching Twisted Fitness Academy. #fitness #fitnessgoals #fit 

"Excellent Advice for Living" is a book by Kevin Kelly that provides practical and philosophical guidance for living a fulfilling life. The book is a collection of essays, each exploring a different aspect of what it means to live a good life.Some of the key pieces of advice in the book include:Embrace uncertainty: Kelly encourages readers to embrace uncertainty and to recognize that life is inherently unpredictable. By doing so, we can learn to be more adaptable and resilient in the face of challenges.Pursue your passions: Kelly emphasizes the importance of pursuing your passions and finding work that aligns with your values and interests. He argues that true fulfillment comes from doing work that you love and that has meaning for you.Cultivate relationships: Kelly stresses the importance of cultivating meaningful relationships with others, both personally and professionally. He argues that strong relationships are essential for a fulfilling life and that we should prioritize building and maintaining these c

Introducing our latest episode of the podcast, featuring a thought-provoking conversation with none other than Kevin Kelly - the acclaimed futurist and co-founder of Wired magazine. In this episode, we delve into the fascinating world of AI and explore its potential to transform every aspect of our lives.From the rise of intelligent machines to the ethical implications of AI, Kevin Kelly shares his insights on the most pressing issues facing our society today. He discusses how AI is already being used to augment human capabilities, and predicts how it will continue to revolutionize industries such as healthcare, transportation, and finance.But with great power comes great responsibility, and Kevin Kelly doesn't shy away from the tough questions. How can we ensure that AI is used for the greater good, rather than as a tool for oppression or surveillance? What impact will AI have on the job market, and how can we prepare for the changes to come?Throughout this engaging conversation, Kevin Kelly challenges us to

Chip Baker is an inspiration, author, speaker, podcaster, and educator. He speaks truth around resilience, imagining the impossible, how to WIN big every day, and how to become the best version of yourself through easy to understand step-by-step approaches. You don't want to miss this one!Listen as he spits truth about the following HUGE topics:-We are the sum total of our environment, experiences, relationships, and subsequent actions.-Traits of people with impact: action, effort, perspective, guidance, and find the good!-Superheros everyday-Focus, intention, talent (FIT)-Path: People, Attitude, Time, Help-Trusting yourself-WIN: What's Important Now? Rinse and Repeat-Growing through what you're going through-Nothing works unless you work for it-Turn your Aces into Saving Graces-Attitude of Gratitude determines your Altitude-We'll never get this moment back. Time is non-renewable. -Have B+ (positive) mindset not an O- (Oh...negative)-Inspiration: Eric Thomas (turning mess into a message), Inky Johnson (Gratit

Captains & Poets is a groundbreaking Kindergarten – Grade 12 Social Emotional Learning (SEL) program that students will take with them their entire lives. Our research-based program has been built by a passionate team of educators, parents, SEL and equity consultants to help young people reach their full potential.The premise of the program is that there is a unique Captain and Poet in each of us that, in partnership, enable us to be our best selves. When kids learn about their inner Captain and Poet they have immediate access to their emotions, their unique gifts and perspectives, and the complexities of what makes them human. They become more resilient, learn how to draw on their innate strengths, and to nurture a positive mindset. By inspiring connection to self and others, we encourage a healthier sense of well-being and identity, more positive relationships, and greater agency and purpose in the world. VIEW THE RESEARCH   Captains & Poets is the SEL program that:  GROWN-UPS wish they had when the

Tina H. Boogren, PhD, is a fierce advocate for educators, particularly for their well-being. She is the author of numerous books centered around her passion areas of quality instruction, coaching, mentoring, and wellness and is codirector of Solution Tree’s Wellness Solutions for Educators™ with Dr. Timothy D. Kanold. She also hosts the weekly podcast Self-Care for Educators with Dr. Tina H. Boogren. She lives in Denver, Colorado. https://www.solutiontree.com/ca/tina-h-boogren.htmlA Guide for Sustaining Physical, Mental, Emotional, and Social Well-BeingBy: Tina H. Boogren, Timothy D. KanoldEducator and teacher self-care can be challenging, but embracing a holistic health and wellness plan can improve your physical, mental, emotional, and social well-being both inside and outside of school. This reflective journal provides the ideas and guidance you need to support you on your wellness journey. 

In this episode, we discuss how to navigate and develop habits around the four dimensions of educator wellness, including physical, mental, emotional, and social. What a great way to start the year off!  Timothy D. Kanold, PhD, an award-winning educator and author, is former superintendent of Adlai E. Stevenson High School District 125, a Model PLC at Work® district in Lincolnshire, Illinois.

Dr. Jody is a psychologist, best-selling author, and public speaker with an affinity for helping teams and organizations overcome their most complex, human-centred problems. Her glowing energy and incomparable ability to connect with audiences result in compelling keynotes and life-changing workshops.The message is simple: we are wired to do the hard things, but we are so much braver together.Jody speaks passionately (and humourously) about resilience, burnout, mental health, leadership, grief and trauma– and how reconnection is the answer to so many of the root problems we face.Reconnection: Building a foundation of authentic relationships Dr. Jody has inspired many to consider the capacity for reconnection as the foundation to every healthy, authentic relationship. We are not born with the ability to repair ruptures; we must learn how to do this as we build strong cultures. These relationships are the foundation of a successful company, team, or community. Dr. Jody is one of North America’s top psychologist

In Part One of our conversation, Dr. Tim Kanold and I discuss the power of smart brevity, the concept that brevity in communication is confidence and that length communicates fear and avoidance. He discusses some of the essential elements for communicating effectively and efficiently using Smart Brevity—the concept borne by Jim Vandehei. Dr. Timothy D. Kanold is a mathematics educator and author of textbooks. He was the president of the National Council of Supervisors of Mathematics (NCSM) from 2008 to 2009.[1]Dr. Kanold holds a bachelor's degree in Education and a master's degree in Mathematics from the University of Illinois, and a doctorate in Educational Leadership and Counseling Psychology from Loyola University Chicago. In 2007, he retired from his position as Superintendent at Adlai E. Stevenson High School in Lincolnshire, Illinois,[2] where for 17 years, he served as Director of Mathematics and Science.With Ron Larson, Dr. Kanold is co-author of 27 mathematics textbooks grades 6-12, written for Hough

Today's episode discusses new fitness goals within the context of society's pressures and ageism. We explore wellness in the social media era with Sara Gross. Sara Gross is the founder and CEO of Feisty Media. Sara Gross believes that through storytelling, education and community building we can shift the dial to a more inclusive culture for female athletes and active women and girls. After defending her PhD in Women’s History in 2008, Sara competed as a professional Triathlete for thirteen years and won two Ironman titles along the way. The most feisty thing Sara has ever done is start a media company with no clue how to actually do that. Bootstrapping and getting the best out of people are her superpowers.

Gail Markin is a counsellor, teacher, author and speaker who is committed to promoting well-being in the education workplace.Gail began her career as a social worker, a family counsellor and a parent educator. After becoming a teacher, Gail worked as a school counsellor in many different schools before moving to a district role supporting health and well-being for students and staff. She now works as an educational consultant helping educational leaders to embed and support well-being in their workplaces.