Educate U.S.

Joining us in this episode to look at the world of education policy is Seth Rau, Director of Government Affairs at Cartwheel. A veteran of the ed policy landscape, Seth has dedicated his career to ensuring that our children receive the education they deserve. Seth explains the intricate workings of education funding, revealing where the money comes from and how it's allocated to schools. He also provides practical advice on how you can advocate for change and make a real difference in your community.

To get in touch with Seth, email him at [email protected]

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Our guest in today's episode is Dr. Catherine Pearlman, a licensed social worker, author and speaker in the area of children & digital devices. In this episode, Dr. Pearlman shares tips on how parents can support the safe use of devices by their children, her views on the recent discourse sparked by Dr. Jonathan’s Haidt’s book, “The Anxious Child”, & more.

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Our guest is Allison Felsenthal, who shares with Stacey & Nick her inspiring journey of how she got into the world of fitness & health, revealing how working out isn't just about the body, but involves the mind & soul.  From conquering self-doubt through sport, to finding the right workout shoes, discover the power of setting small goals, the importance of knowing your body, and how to build a support squad that will cheer you every step of the way.

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Dr. Maria Murray is the CEO & President of the Reading League, a not-for-profit organization whose mission is to advance the awareness, understanding, and use of evidence-aligned reading instruction. Dr. Murray is passionate regarding the prevention and remediation of reading difficulty and consistently strives to increase educator knowledge and the connections between research and practice. In this episode, Dr. Murray joins Patrice, Stacey and Nick to discuss reading instruction and the need to evaluate how we teach reading.

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In this episode, we dive deep into the issue of maternal health, with a special focus on the alarming disparities faced by Black women in the U.S. Joining us to break this down is Mariekarl Vilceus-Talty, President & CEO of the Partnership for Maternal and Child Health of Northern New Jersey.  Marikekarl helps us unravel the complex web of systemic issues contributing to this crisis, including racial bias, limited healthcare access, and cultural misunderstandings within the medical field. Join us as we explore how we can work together to create a future where every mother, regardless of race, has the opportunity to experience a healthy pregnancy and birth.

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EdLoc, led by educators of color, envisions a future where barriers in education, healthcare, and immigration are tackled to create equal opportunities for young people of color. Angelica Solis-Montero, EdLoc's Chief Policy Officer, will share their approach to building generational wealth and dismantling systemic obstacles. Join us on this critical journey.

Links from today's episode -

EdLoc: https://www.edloc.org

League of Women Voters: https://www.lwv.org

Socials: Edloc.org weareedloc, educational leaders of color

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Literacy encompasses more than just the basic ABCs. In this episode, we unpack the definition of literacy in an ever-changing world, as Dr. Kara Hollins joined the program, to discuss how to nurture critical thinking skills, plus what practical advice she has for inspiring a passion for reading and writing in children. Whether you're a parent, educator, or lifelong learner, this episode will help provide you the tools to unlock literacy's potential and empower yourself & others.

Links to works discussed in this episode -

Active View Reading Model: https://www.nellkduke.org/the-active-view-of-reading

Kara's profile link: https://www.tc.columbia.edu/faculty/kag2129/

Title of Article referenced: Beyond Representation: Using Nonfiction Children’s Literature to Address Ableism by Kara G. Hollins, Sarah L. Schlessinger 

Center on the Developing Child: https://developingchild.harvard.edu/science/key-concepts/executive-function/

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Nick, Stacey & Patrice welcome in Dr. Anisha I. Jogee, to discuss her work exploring the profound influence of cultural background on education, the fostering of social-emotional well-being for students, and how she strives for equality in education. We delve into specific topics such as the significance of cultural background in education, establishing nurturing learning environments, and setting ambitious goals for school leadership.

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UNC School of Law professor, and friend of the pod, Osamudia James returns to chat with Patrice & Stacey about DEI, recent Supreme Court decisions, school choice & more, in a conversation you won't want to miss.

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