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This week, Sarah and Ryan bring you another episode from the 2019 Florida Charter School Conference in Orlando! On this episode, they are joined by Cory Oliver, principal of the acclaimed Somerset Academy Jefferson K-12 school in North Florida. Cory talks to our hosts about his recent use of teleteaching at his school and the benefits the technology provides in supporting student learning and improving teacher effectiveness.

Hosts: Ryan Kairalla (@ryankair); Sarah Boulos Fye (@readwithfye)
Producer: Ross Ulysse

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This week, Sarah and Ryan are recording from the 2019 Florida Charter School Conference in Orlando! They are joined by Mindy Howa and Wyman Patten from Certiport, a provider of industry certification programming for students and schools. Wyman and Mindy talk to our hosts about the Certiport program and the importance of including industry certifications in all types of schools to prepare students for the job market.

Hosts: Ryan Kairalla (@ryankair); Sarah Boulos Fye (@readwithfye)

Producer: Sarah Boulos Fye (@readwithfye)
Post-Production: Ross Ulysse

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This week, Sarah talks about a recent article about bringing computer science and STEM competencies to JROTC programs, exposing students to STEM through practical base application and applying these principles into military activities. Ryan talks about a state law in California that mandates later start times in schools. Our hosts provide their perspective on this idea, discussing many logistics and potential outcomes once this bill is implemented.

Hosts: Ryan Kairalla (@ryankair); Sarah Boulos Fye (@readwithfye)

Producer: Sarah Boulos Fye (@readwithfye)
Post-Production: Ross Ulysse

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This week, Ryan talks about a recent article about a DC Title I school that shifted from traditional exclusionary discipline and moved instead to a “conscious discipline” approach—and had great results. Sarah talks about article from EdWeek that discussed extending school lunch time while ensuring students receive the instructional time and healthy nutrition that they need. Tune in!

Hosts: Ryan Kairalla (@ryankair); Sarah Boulos Fye (@readwithfye)

Producer: Sarah Boulos Fye (@readwithfye)
Post-Production: Ross Ulysse

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This week, Sarah talks about a new administrative position created in the New York City public school system that serves to connect and facilitate the students’ voice in school policy. Ryan talks about a recent article that focuses on the role that Shakespeare should play in education, challenging students to become effective and critical readers.

Hosts: Ryan Kairalla (@ryankair); Sarah Boulos Fye (@readwithfye)

Producer: Sarah Boulos Fye (@readwithfye)
Post-Production: Ross Ulysse

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This week, Ryan talks about the value of having a growth mindset in math education. Sarah talks about recognizing all support personnel who provide the necessary services that promote student success and wellbeing at schools. She stresses the importance of acknowledging these heroes, celebrating them for the endless work they do. Tune in!

Hosts: Ryan Kairalla (@ryankair); Sarah Boulos Fye (@readwithfye)

Producer: Sarah Boulos Fye (@readwithfye)
Post-Production: Ross Ulysse

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This week, Ryan and Sarah are joined by Shane McFarlane, Literacy Teacher and Curriculum Coach at Somerset Academy Chapel Trail. Sarah talks about how one charter school in California is partnering with the California Innocence Project to bring authentic learning experiences to students. Ryan talks about how geography classrooms around the world are bringing their subject matter to life by playing “Mystery Skype”—and how your classroom can join in the fun as well!

Article Links: https://www.kqed.org/mindshift/54461/how-to-bring-authenticity-to-learning-that-happens-in-school https://education.microsoft.com/skype-in-the-classroom/mystery-skype

Hosts: Ryan Kairalla (@ryankair); Sarah Boulos Fye (@readwithfye)

Producer: Sarah Boulos Fye (@readwithfye)
Post-Production: Ross Ulysse

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In this podcast, Ryan and Sarah discuss the different approaches that states take to measuring student competency in the subject of civics, and the difficulties of measuring civics as something you learn versus something you do. Sarah talks about the usage of technology in classrooms and the importance of inspiring educators to become active agents in promoting interactive and student-centered learning.

Hosts: Ryan Kairalla (@ryankair); Sarah Boulos Fye (@readwithfye)

Producer: Sarah Boulos Fye (@readwithfye)
Post-Production: Ross Ulysse

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In this podcast, Sarah talks about recent changes in math instructional processes in schools and how the effects they are having on students and parents. Ryan talks about a recent article about the benefits of short writing assignments and the importance of teaching students to be concise in their writing.

https://www.the74million.org/article/coleman-to-solve-the-problem-below-try-using-a-tape-diagram-its-an-example-of-how-different-ways-of-doing-math-can-make-hard-problems-easy/

Hosts: Ryan Kairalla (@ryankair); Sarah Boulos Fye (@readwithfye)

Producer: Sarah Boulos Fye (@readwithfye)
Post-Production: Ross Ulysse

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This week, Ryan and Sarah discuss a recent study outlining the effectiveness of the flipped classroom model. Next, with Hurricane Dorian in the news, our hosts also talk about the steps that schools take to prepare for weather emergencies. Tune in!

Color in Colorado resource: https://www.colorincolorado.org/article/helping-children-after-natural-disaster

Hosts: Ryan Kairalla (@ryankair); Sarah Boulos Fye (@readwithfye)

Producer: Sarah Boulos Fye (@readwithfye)
Post-Production: Ross Ulysse