What does the saying, "A tiger doesn't change its stripes." have to do with gratitude? Listen as Bobby Pollicino explains this while also sharing how he has evolved over the years to bring gratitude into all facets of his life. Packed with practical tips, you don't want to miss this episode.

Be sure to stay tuned till the end to hear a shoutout to someone very special to me and a previous guest on the podcast, Stacey Roshan!  

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Transcript available here.

About Our Guest:

Bobby Pollicino has over 20 years of experience as an educator and school leader. He is currently Head of the Upper School at Bullis School in Maryland. Bobby recently signed a publishing deal with Road to Awesome and his book, Principled Leader, is due out this fall. In addition to writing, Bobby has also presented at local and national conferences. He has three children who keep him quite busy in addition to his role as a school leader. Bobby's daily health and fitness routine includes a gratitude journal and he encourages others to start one if they have not already done so.

Twitter: @BobbyPollicino

About Lainie:

Lainie Rowell is an educator, international consultant, podcaster and TEDx speaker. She is the lead author of Evolving Learner and a contributing author of Because of a Teacher. Her latest book, Evolving with Gratitude, will be released in mid-2022. An experienced teacher and district leader, her expertise includes learner-driven design, community building, online/blended learning, and professional learning. Learn more at linktr.ee/lainierowell.

Twitter - @LainieRowell

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In this wholehearted episode, Stacey Roshan shares her story with vulnerability and grace. Not someone who just shares the highlight reel, she shares her real challenges and how she uses gratitude to cope. Warning: Stacey's incredibly moving dedication at the end might have you reaching for the tissue so grab the Kleenex and be ready to be inspired.

Transcript available here.

About Our Guest:

Stacey Roshan is an educator, speaker, tech innovator, and author of Tech with Heart: Leveraging Technology to Empower Student Voice, Ease Anxiety, & Create Compassionate Classrooms. She is passionate about discovering and sharing innovative ways to leverage technology to deepen relationships, build confidence, and create a safe learning environment where every student feels empowered to share their voice. Her work has been featured in USA Today, The Washington Post, CNN, and PBS Newshour.

Website: techiemusings.com

Twitter: @buddyxo

About Lainie:

Lainie Rowell is an educator, international consultant, podcaster and TEDx speaker. She is the lead author of Evolving Learner and a contributing author of Because of a Teacher. Her latest book, Evolving with Gratitude, will be released in mid-2022. An experienced teacher and district leader, her expertise includes learner-driven design, community building, online/blended learning, and professional learning. Learn more at linktr.ee/lainierowell.

Twitter - @LainieRowell

Evolving with Gratitude the book is now available! Purchase here! 

You can also get bulk orders for your staff (10 copies or more) at a discounted price! Just fill out the form linked below and someone will get back to you ASAP! bit.ly/ewgbulkdiscount

In this personal and professional convo, Katie Martin shares how gratitude is both simple and complex. We dive into how asset-based framing relates to gratitude and Katie reveals her strategies for finding the "Bright Spots" in learning and in life. 

With a shoutout to Katie's husband, Matt Martin, who is her amazing partner in life and in raising two middle-schoolers.

Transcript available here.

About Our Guest:

Dr. Katie Martin is the Co-founder and CIO of Learner-Centered Collaborative, the author of Learner-Centered Innovation and Evolving Education, and an internationally recognized educator and coach for her approach to learning for both educators and students. 

Learnercentered.org

Evolving Education Book

Learner-Centered Innovation Book

KatieLMartin.com

Twitter: @katiemartinedu

About Lainie:

Lainie Rowell is an educator, international consultant, podcaster and TEDx speaker. She is the lead author of Evolving Learner and a contributing author of Because of a Teacher. Her latest book, Evolving with Gratitude, will be released in mid-2022. An experienced teacher and district leader, her expertise includes learner-driven design, community building, online/blended learning, and professional learning. Learn more at linktr.ee/lainierowell.

Twitter - @LainieRowell

Evolving with Gratitude the book is now available! Purchase here! 

You can also get bulk orders for your staff (10 copies or more) at a discounted price! Just fill out the form linked below and someone will get back to you ASAP! bit.ly/ewgbulkdiscount

Many are celebrating "Appreciation Week" in May, but how do we go beyond the lollipop in the mailbox with the carbon copy note? My friend and "bandmate", Sean Gaillard, shares how he and his team create a culture and legacy of gratitude in their schoolhouse.

Plus shout-outs to LaVonna Roth, Todd Whitaker, Julie Hasson, Mandy Froehlich, John Sills, Dr. Andrea Hussong, and Steve Gruenert. 

Transcript available here.

About Our Guest:

Sean Gaillard is a principal and author who gets to support our future world changers in the schoolhouse. He is the author of The Pepper Effect and hosts The Principal Liner Notes Podcast. Sean was the 2019 Wells Fargo Piedmont Triad Regional Principal of the Year. 

About Lainie:

Lainie Rowell is an educator, international consultant, podcaster and TEDx speaker. She is the lead author of Evolving Learner and a contributing author of Because of a Teacher. Her latest book, Evolving with Gratitude, will be released in mid-2022. An experienced teacher and district leader, her expertise includes learner-driven design, community building, online/blended learning, and professional learning. Learn more at linktr.ee/lainierowell

Twitter - @LainieRowell

Evolving with Gratitude the book is now available! Purchase here! 

You can also get bulk orders for your staff (10 copies or more) at a discounted price! Just fill out the form linked below and someone will get back to you ASAP! bit.ly/ewgbulkdiscount

Before we focus on ways to make our learners grateful, how can we be grateful for our learners? This is something that Livia Chan prioritizes in her classroom. In this heartfelt episode, Liv paints the picture of gratitude in her learning community as well as the benefits of social contagion.  

Transcript available here.

About Our Guest:

Livia Chan is a Head Teacher, presenter, and a member of the Teach Better Team. She is a contributing author of Because of a Teacher who is deeply passionate about writing, the gift of relationships, learning, and leading with heart. Livia believes that in every atomic interaction, we have the opportunity to intentionally uplift others through our kindness and gratitude, make an impact in their lives, and imprint on their hearts. She would love to connect with you on Twitter at @LiviaChanL or at livchan.com.

Be sure to check out The Gift of Gratitude (blog post): livchan.com/the-gift-of-gratitude

Website: livchan.com

About Lainie:

Lainie Rowell is an educator, international consultant, podcaster and TEDx speaker. She is the lead author of Evolving Learner and a contributing author of Because of a Teacher. Her latest book, Evolving with Gratitude, will be released in mid-2022. An experienced teacher and district leader, her expertise includes learner-driven design, community building, online/blended learning, and professional learning. Learn more at linktr.ee/lainierowell

Evolving with Gratitude the book is now available! Purchase here! 

You can also get bulk orders for your staff (10 copies or more) at a discounted price! Just fill out the form linked below and someone will get back to you ASAP! bit.ly/ewgbulkdiscount

In this unscripted, solo episode, I share and reflect on social and emotional learning strategies that don’t take a lot of time, but can have a big impact! 

Transcript available here.

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Also mentioned, Are Questions the Answer? co-written with Mike Lawrence 

About Lainie:

Lainie Rowell is an educator, international consultant, podcaster and TEDx speaker. She is the lead author of Evolving Learner and a contributing author of Because of a Teacher. Her latest book, Evolving with Gratitude, will be released in mid-2022. An experienced teacher and district leader, her expertise includes learner-driven design, community building, online/blended learning, and professional learning. Learn more at linktr.ee/lainierowell

Twitter - @LainieRowell

Evolving with Gratitude the book is now available! Purchase here! 

You can also get bulk orders for your staff (10 copies or more) at a discounted price! Just fill out the form linked below and someone will get back to you ASAP! bit.ly/ewgbulkdiscount

Gratitude isn't about "skipping through the fields of flowers and chasing bunnies." With authenticity and honesty, Mandy shares what gratitude means to her and she gifts us a gratitude practice that empowers kids and adults to truly sit in gratitude and savor all the feels. 

With shout-outs to Jennifer Casa-Todd, Tisha Richmond, Sarah Thomas, Bri Henneke Hodges, and Melody McAllister.

Transcript available here.

About Our Guest:

Mandy Froehlich is an experienced Director of Innovation and Technology, technology integrator, and teacher, she has experience at many levels of the organizational structure. Her interest lies in reinvigorating and re-engaging teachers back into their profession, as well as what’s needed to support teachers in their pursuit of innovative and divergent thinking and teaching. She consults internationally with school districts and post-secondary institutions in the effective use of technology to support great teaching, mental health support for educators, and how to create organizational change.

Website: www.mandyfroehlich.com

About Lainie:

Lainie Rowell is an educator, international consultant, podcaster and TEDx speaker. She is the lead author of Evolving Learner and a contributing author of Because of a Teacher. Her latest book, Evolving with Gratitude, will be released in mid-2022. An experienced teacher and district leader, her expertise includes learner-driven design, community building, online/blended learning, and professional learning. Learn more at linktr.ee/lainierowell

Twitter - @LainieRowell

Evolving with Gratitude the book is now available! Purchase here! 

You can also get bulk orders for your staff (10 copies or more) at a discounted price! Just fill out the form linked below and someone will get back to you ASAP! bit.ly/ewgbulkdiscount

How do we find gratitude for the process and all the messiness along the way rather than focusing entirely on the end result?  In this very first episode of the #EvolvingWithGratitude Podcast, THE George Couros joins me to share his thoughts on gratitude for learning, physical health, mental health, and much more. 

Transcript available here.

About Our Guest: 

George Couros is an Innovative Teaching, Learning, and Leadership Consultant and speaker as well as the author of “The Innovator’s Mindset” and “Innovate Inside the Box”  and co-owner of IMPress Books. George has worked at all school levels, from K-12 as a teacher, technology facilitator, and school and district administrator, and he is currently an adjunct Instructor with the Graduate School of Education at the University of Pennsylvania. George believes that creating a collaborative environment with all stakeholders will help to ensure that we meet the best needs of all children.

About Lainie:

Lainie Rowell is an educator, international consultant, podcaster and TEDx speaker. She is the lead author of Evolving Learner and a contributing author of Because of a Teacher. Her latest book, Evolving with Gratitude, will be released in mid-2022. An experienced teacher and district leader, her expertise includes learner-driven design, community building, online/blended learning, and professional learning. Learn more at linktr.ee/lainierowell

Twitter - @LainieRowell

Evolving with Gratitude the book is now available! Purchase here! 

You can also get bulk orders for your staff (10 copies or more) at a discounted price! Just fill out the form linked below and someone will get back to you ASAP!

Hi everyone, I'm so grateful you are here! I'm Lainie Rowell and welcome to my podcast. Researching for my book Evolving with Gratitude, I learned that gratitude can nurture relationships, improve well-being, & activate learning. 

This podcast will be a mix of solo episodes and conversations. We will talk about practices that can be implemented immediately and hear stories from educators in a variety of roles who share the power of cultivating a culture of authentic gratitude with kids, peers, and the world.