I’m thrilled to share a new project straight from the heart of this year’s National Direct Instruction Conference and Institutes — a new YouTube playlist I’ve put together called DI Voices.

Armed with just my phone and a little persistence, I tracked down educators between sessions (no small feat at this amazing, high-energy event!) to capture bite-sized, on-the-ground conversations about what Direct Instruction looks like in real schools, with real students, and real support.

In this mini-episode, Kurt Engelmann, President and CEO of the National Institute for Direct Instruction, offers his closing reflections on another incredible NIFDI Conference. From celebrating the global DI community to reaffirming the mission of high-fidelity implementation, Kurt shares a message of gratitude, clarity, and continued commitment to the work ahead.

Learn more about NIFDI support: www.nifdi.org

These mini-episodes aren’t slick or scripted — they’re raw, real, and packed with insight. You’ll hear from teachers, principals, researchers, and NIFDI team members who are doing the work and generously sharing their experiences.

Watch the playlist here: DI Voices on YouTube

DI Voices is part of The Direct Instruction Podcast: