Capuchino Mic Drop #capmicdrop

By Stacy Kratochvil

Listen to Capuchino High School staffulty drop the mic by sharing the awesome innovative and inclusive things they are doing with their students. In this series of interviews we will learn (and steal ... more

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The podcast currently has 22 episodes available.

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May 16, 2022Revitalizing School Systems with Equity and Justice with Joe Truss and Shane Safir | Ep.20
The season ends on a high note as proactive consultants Joe Truss and Shane Safir walk us through the dynamic initiative of dissolving white supremacy culture in schools. All ears to discover the value of fostering students through an anti-racist education and help shape a brighter future. Tune into this finale episode!
Key takeaways to listen for
Why a shifted mentality should begin with adults and educators

The essence of self-reflection in teaching racial equity

Microscale plans on reformed policy implementation

How to apply the initiative on a personal level

Helpful advice on pursuing anti-racism learning beyond the school setting
Resources mentioned in this episode
Cultivating Genius by Gholdy E. Muhammad | Paperback

We Want To Do More Than Survive by Bettina L. Love | Hardcover and Paperback

About Joe
Joe Truss is an anti-racist school leader, blogger, and racial equity consultant. Joe Truss is committed to dismantling white supremacy culture in schools. A former middle school principal in San Francisco, he now is an equity consultant and writes about leadership on his blog.
Blog: Truss Leadership
Twitter: @trussleadership

About Shane
Shane Safir has worked at every level of the education system, from the classroom to the boardroom, for over two decades. In 2003, after teaching in San Francisco and Oakland and organizing with the San Francisco Organizing Project to launch a new school, Safir became the founding principal of June Jordan School for Equity (JJSE), an innovative national model identified by leading scholar Linda Darling-Hammond as having “beaten the odds in supporting the success of low-income students of color.” Since 2008, Safir has provided leadership coaching, strategic planning support, and equity-centered professional learning for schools, districts, and organizations across the country and in Canada.
Shane supports schools, cities, and organizations to transform through listening, capacity-building, and developing an anti-racist, equity-centered culture.
Website: Shane Safir
Twitter: @ShaneSafir

Thank you to Cate Tolnai at the Krause Center for Innovation for your encouragement and guidance throughout the MERIT program. (And for having me as a guest on your KCI Cast to get my feet wet in podcasting!) Learn more about the KCI here!

Thanks to Adam A. Adams and the editing team at growyourshow.com!
Thank you to all of the Season One guests!

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May 09, 2022The Perfect Recipe: Activeness, Adaptability, And Awareness with Sara Devine | Ep.19
Culinary Arts educator and Union Official Sara Devine drops the mic in this episode as she highlights her knowledge beyond the kitchen with excellent and practical techniques in mentoring and personal development. Get a grip on the value of collaboration with colleagues, self-assessment, and the preparation of leaving employment with a flavorful perspective!
Key takeaways to listen for
Fears and fulfillments of students on their first attempt at cooking

The best strategy to kickoff a learner-teacher connection

What are the duties of a Bargaining Representative?

An encouraging outlook on retirement

Helpful guide to having a stable and comfortable post-career life
Resources mentioned in this episode
San Mateo Union High School District

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23min
May 02, 2022How to Get Access to College Financial Aid with Joyce Lynn l Ep.18
Want to get access to helpful information on making your college dream a reality? Joyce Lynn joins us on today’s episode to share her experience in the school-to-career department, tips on getting access to resources, and thoughts about achieving your goals. Join us!
Key takeaways to listen for
What does a college career financial aid provider do?

Roadblocks and challenges of first-generation students whose parents never went to college

The COVID-19 pandemic’s impact on current financial aid applications

The best part about being a college career provider of financial assistance

How can the college center help students learn about their college financial aid resources?
Resources mentioned in this episode
Hillsdale College

San Mateo Union High School District

California Community Colleges (CCC)

California Student Aid Commission (CSAC)

Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®)

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19min
April 25, 2022Bridging and Addressing the Gaps in Learning with Angelica Alvarez l Ep.17
Starting her teaching career subbing and working with moderate to severe students' special needs, Angelica Alvarez joins us in this episode. We talk about building a positive environment for students, embracing inclusivity in the classroom, and promoting more life skills-focused classes. Tune in!
Key takeaways to listen for
Techniques for building relationships with students and teacher peers

How to construct the Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID) Curriculum to teaching particular subjects

The beauty of encouraging laughter in classes

The best lesson taught in History

Insights and ways of growth through continuous professional development
Resources mentioned in this episode
San Jose State University

Abraham Lincoln High

San Mateo High School

Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID)

English Language Development (ELD)

Grading for Equity by Joe Feldman Audiobook & Paperback

Learners Edge

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April 18, 2022The Basics of Research with Anna Lapid l Ep.16
Library media technician Anna Lapid joins us on this episode to talk about her work and the 101s of research. Listen in as she delves into the hows of helping kids organize and synthesize their ideas, better ways of doing research, and utilizing your school’s librarian in navigating through extended essays. Don’t miss out!
Key takeaways to listen for
The value of being a library media technician

Effective ways to do research better

What does an IB extended essay advisor do?

Helpful tools and databases for research

Techniques for teachers to guide students in doing research
Resources mentioned in this episode
NoodleTools

San Jose State University

Approaches to Learning (ATL)

JSTOR

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26min
April 11, 2022The Power of Student Teaching, Community Building, & Social Awareness with Theresa Colangelo l Ep.15
A real estate property manager turned health teacher Theresa Colangelo chats with us for an inspiring episode to tackle non-traditional societal topics necessary for the classroom. Join us in this conversation and learn how you can push boundaries to combat the world’s social problems.
Key takeaways to listen for
Why the teenage brain acts as such and the importance of community building

Topics on social awareness, gender identity, and stress prevention

Helpful techniques on how to teach sex education

Effective ways to deliver the learning for a challenging curriculum
Resources mentioned in this episode
Notre Dame High School

San Mateo Union High School District

Health Connected

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32min
April 04, 2022A Strong Lesson on Diversity, Equity & Inclusion with Truc Nguyen l Ep.14
Such an honor to have Wellness Counselor and Psychotherapist Truc Nguyen join us on this eye-opening episode to talk about the necessary steps to stand up against racism, create a safer environment that promotes self-love, and plant seeds to eliminate biases. It's time to heighten education on laser-focused inclusion on sexual orientation and gender identity in schools. You certainly want to listen to this!
Key takeaways to listen for
Techniques on how to build boundaries around helping people

The impact of building a culture of belongingness in schools and for children

Critical steps to help kids embrace themselves regardless of gender

What can teachers do to show support for inclusion?

An integrated approach to promote gender, race, and class openness in schools
*Update: The drag show has indeed been canceled for this spring, but I hope it makes a comeback!

Resources mentioned in this episode
LGBTQ

Lizzo

Sanford Meisner

Brene Brown

About Truc Nguyen
Truc Nguyen is a Wellness Counselor at Capuchino High School providing prevention and short-term intervention for all students facing social and emotional challenges that impact academic performance, attendance, and behavior at school.
The Wellness Program provides short-term (up to 12 sessions) individual, group and/or drop-in support in a confidential, non-judgmental space staffed with therapists who are dedicated to improving the health, well-being and educational outcomes of all students. Services are available in Spanish and English.
Email: [email protected]

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38min
March 28, 2022Critical Thinking, Creativity, and Intellectual Independence Through Directed Studies with Vasilis Rousseas l Ep.13
In the academe, collaborating with co-educators, teaching the value of practical life skills, and making genuine connections with students are all valuable to make learning successful. SPED teacher Vasilis Rousseas reveals golden nuggets about his field of expertise. Plus, a bonus reminder to help you build better emotional intelligence that you don’t want to miss!
Key takeaways to listen for
The best thing about being a SPED teacher

What are the common challenges that one encounters as a SPED teacher?

Helpful tips to stay right on schedule

Techniques for effective teacher-to-teacher communication

Preview vs Review in directed studies
Resources mentioned in this episode
Special Education (SPED)

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19min
March 21, 2022Embracing the Alpha Mindset to Better Support Emerging Multilingual Students with Anneke Castro Vonk l Ep.12
Joining us today is high school Math teacher, Anneke Castro Vonk, who shares her teaching journey which started with an overseas acclimation experience that turned into a whole new mission of creating a learning environment through positive reinforcement, especially for non-English speakers. You are going to love this!
Key takeaways to listen for
The Capuchino Environmental Club backstory

Techniques on how to deliver the learning to English-language Learners (ELL) students effectively

How to help kids overcome the fear of getting out of their comfort zone

The essence of being able to express one’s self in their own primary language

Process of moving non-English speaking students to mainstream classes
Resources mentioned in this episode
Inspiring Connections Outdoors: Sierra Club

Tenderloin Youth Services

Oakland Technical High School

International Studies Academy

English-language learners (ELL)

Dog Whisperer with Cesar Millan
Connect with Anneke
Email: [email protected]

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45min
March 14, 2022The Essence of Teaching Through Equitable Grading with Justin Cottrell l Ep. 11
It’s so inspiring to chat with Justin Cottrell, who is not only a Health class teacher but is also a force when it comes to innovation. In this episode, he dropped the mic about the importance of engaging with kids through technology, tailor fitting the delivery of the learning, redefining the mode of grading students, and discovering the purpose of being a mentor. Be ready to have aha moments!
Key takeaways to listen for
The value of creating an environment for innovative teaching

Impact of grading standards and practices to measure students’ knowledge

Recommendations on putting structures on re-takes and skill-building

Non-traditional vehicles to help kids learn in an academic setting

Reasons why students struggle
Resources mentioned in this episode
Emerging Leaders in Learning and Innovation (ELLI)

Canvas with Google Assignments

Flocabulary

Grading for Equity by Joe Feldman

Edpuzzle.com

Quizizz.com

Krause Center for Innovation (KCI)

The MERIT program - Making Education Relevant through Innovative Teaching

Justin's Resources: https://padlet.com/jcottrell10/wapm5rki25eorulx

Register for the Spring CUE Conference 2022
Stacy is speaking on the “Meet the Podcasters” Panel! Streaming live and in-person in Palm Springs. Friday, March 18th @ 2:50pm.

To hear more about MERIT from director Cate Tolnai, listen to this podcast next!
TLCN 133 Cate Tolnai Helps Teachers Be More Innovative

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FAQs about Capuchino Mic Drop #capmicdrop:

How many episodes does Capuchino Mic Drop #capmicdrop have?

The podcast currently has 22 episodes available.