Big Ideas in Education is continuing its four-part series profiling the four finalists for the 2022 National Teacher of the Year. Be sure to check out our Part 1 of our series (Episode 157) about finalist Whitney Aragaki from Hawai’i, Part 2 of our series (Episode 158) about finalist Autumn Rivera from Colorado, and Part 3 of our series (Episode 159) about finalist Kurt Russell from Ohio. This week, we are concluding our series by profiling finalist Joseph Welch, a history teacher in the North Hills School District in Pennsylvania. Sarah and Ryan highlight Mr. Welch’s innovative approaches to teaching the subject matter and he inspiring ways that he makes and impact with his students.

Visit ntoy.ccsso.org to learn more about the four National Teacher of the Year Finalists!

https://nextpittsburgh.com/kidsburgh-pittsburgh/whats-it-take-to-be-pas-teacher-of-the-year-check-out-joe-welch-of-north-hills-middle-school/

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

Big Ideas in Education is continuing its four-part series profiling the four finalists for the 2022 National Teacher of the Year. Be sure to check out our Part 1 of our series (Episode 157) about finalist Whitney Aragaki from Hawai’i and Part 2 of our series (Episode 158) about finalist Autumn Rivera from Colorado. This week, we are profiling finalist Kurt Russell, a history teacher at Oberlin High School in Ohio. Sarah and Ryan chronicle Mr. Russell’s dedication to his craft and efforts to foster better representation in the history curriculum—and in the teaching profession as a whole.

Visit ntoy.ccsso.org to learn more about the four National Teacher of the Year Finalists!

https://www.edweek.org/teaching-learning/lets-trust-our-teachers-national-award-finalists-on-why-public-support-is-crucial/2022/02
https://www.news5cleveland.com/news/local-news/oberlin-high-school-teacher-1-of-4-finalists-for-national-teacher-of-the-year

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

Big Ideas in Education is continuing its four-part series profiling the four finalists for the 2022 National Teacher of the Year. Be sure to check out our first part (Episode 157) about finalist Whitney Aragaki from Hawai’i. This week, we are talking about Autumn Rivera, science teacher at Glenwood Springs Middle School in the Roaring Fork School District in Colorado. Ryan and Sarah talk about Ms. Rivera teaching her students to use science as a powerful tool for change, and empowering her students to make positive change in their community in the process.

Visit ntoy.ccsso.org to learn more about the four National Teacher of the Year Finalists!

https://co.chalkbeat.org/2022/1/19/22891715/autumn-rivera-teacher-of-the-year-national-finalist

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

This week, Big Ideas in Education begins its four-part series profiling the four finalists for the 2022 National Teacher of the Year. First up, we are profiling Whitney Aragaki, science teacher at Waiākea High School in Hawai’i. Ryan and Sarah talk about Mrs. Aragaki’s teaching philosophy and her innovative science mentoring programs.

Visit ntoy.ccsso.org to learn more about the four National Teacher of the Year Finalists!

https://www.hawaiipublicschools.org/ConnectWithUs/MediaRoom/PressReleases/Pages/Waiakea-High-School’s-Whitney-Aragaki-named-2022-Hawaii-State-Teacher-of-the-Year.aspx
https://www.hawaiipublicschools.org/DOE%20Forms/Newsletters/SEPT2019_1.pdf
https://bigislandnow.com/2022/03/07/national-teacher-of-the-year-finalist-whitney-aragaki-shares-what-recognition-has-brought/

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

This week, Ryan shares an article talks about stories and testimonials from teachers on what makes admins effective in the eyes of educators. Sarah shares an article that talks about a community partnership program in St. Augustine that provides endless resources to help students reach their fullest potential. Tune in!

Don't just listen, join the conversation! Tweet us at @AcademicaMedia or with the hashtag #BigIdeasinEducation with questions or new topics you want to see discussed.

Articles:

https://www.weareteachers.com/grateful-for-good-principals/?utm_medium=Social&utm_source=Twitter#Echobox=1646861583
https://www.staugustine.com/story/news/education/2022/03/11/community-partnership-program-through-ucf-works-elevate-students/9437193002/

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

This week, Ryan shares an article talks about how students can benefit from short breaks during classroom lectures and chunking information as it is a critical component of effective lecturing. Sarah shares an article that talks about a program in Mississippi designed to help students to make great strides in learning by taking a “brain break “ placing an emphasis on body movements to maximize creativity. Tune in!

Don't just listen, join the conversation! Tweet us at @AcademicaMedia or with the hashtag #BigIdeasinEducation with questions or new topics you want to see discussed.

Articles:

https://www.edutopia.org/article/8-evidence-based-tips-make-your-lectures-more-engaging-and-memorable
https://www.wdam.com/2022/02/01/laurel-magnet-school-students-participate-move-2-learn-incentive/
www.Movetolearnms.org

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

This week, Sarah shares an article talks about the value of school field trip and experiential learning to increase classroom performance and improve academic outcomes. Ryan shares an article that talks about the roles that teachers can play to help their students process their emotions regarding recent current events. Tune in!

Don't just listen, join the conversation! Tweet us at @AcademicaMedia or with the hashtag #BigIdeasinEducation with questions or new topics you want to see discussed.

Articles:

https://news.byu.edu/intellect/want-students-to-do-better-in-class-send-them-on-culturally-enriching-field-trips

https://www.edweek.org/leadership/how-to-help-students-cultivate-hope-when-worrisome-news-is-stressing-them-out/2022/02

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

This week, Sarah shares an article talks about Tennessee’s investments in early intervention programs. Ryan shares an article that talks about the value of using heterogeneous student groups when teaching math to allow all students potential and abilities in the subject area to shine. Tune in!

Don't just listen, join the conversation! Tweet us at @AcademicaMedia or with the hashtag #BigIdeasinEducation with questions or new topics you want to see discussed.

Articles:

https://www.tn.gov/didd/news/2022/2/7/governor-proposes-expansion-of-early-intervention-services-for-children.html

https://www.edutopia.org/article/advantages-heterogeneous-student-groups-math



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

This week, Ryan shares an article talks about how teachers are using Wordle to teach phonics, vocabulary, and critical thinking. Sarah shares an article that talks about COVID19’s impacts on education and some of the biggest myths about education and the pandemic. Tune in!

Don't just listen, join the conversation! Tweet us at @AcademicaMedia or with the hashtag #BigIdeasinEducation with questions or new topics you want to see discussed.

Articles:

https://www.weareteachers.com/using-wordle-in-the-classroom/

https://www.chalkbeat.org/2022/2/11/22928029/myths-schools-teacher-turnover



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

This week, we continue our series of interviews live from the 2021 Florida Charter School Conference in Orlando, Florida. Ryan sits with Lyman Millard, the founding partner of Bloomwell Group, a national consulting company that works with charter schools and nonprofits to formulate effective solutions to their strategic challenges. On this episode, Lyman talks about charter school enrollment and how COVID-19 has affected school recruitment strategies. Lyman also shares effective strategies, tools, and resources to maintain effective charter school recruitment. Tune in!

You can find out more about our guest’s work by visiting www.bloomwellgroup.com

Host: Ryan Kairalla (@ryankair)
Producer: Ross Ulysse