Mi camino con Dios means, my journey with God. In this episode, we hear part 1 of this 2-part interview. Fabricio shares about his upbringing in Mexico and how he migrated to the United States. Head's up, there here is no, "what is happening" segment on this episode because Fabricio's life is full of countless "what is happening" moments. Enjoy!

Helpful Links:

https://carballointernational.com/ -Fabricio's Non-profit

Instagram-@carballointernational

Connect with Fabricio- [email protected]

In part 2 of this conversation, Karen and Alicia discuss race. Including their expectations early on in their adoption journeys, what they have learned from their children, and from listening to the voices of other people of color. Alicia shares about becoming more aware of her white privilege while attending her church. They wrap it up with Karen reflecting on her younger self and sharing wisdom for people who feel like their lives have gone off script. This is a conversation that you don't want to miss!

Helpful Links:

https://latashamorrison.com/book/ -Latasha Morrison, founder of Be the Bridge

https://www.julielythcotthaims.com/real-american - Book by Julie Lythcott-Haims, A personal narrative of growing up Black and biracial

https://uncomfortableconvos.com/ -Emmanuel Acho is a #1 New York Times Bestselling Author and the Host/Producer of "Uncomfortable Conversations with a Black Man".

https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/673836/this-here-flesh-by-cole-arthur-riley/ -In her stunning debut, the creator of Black Liturgies weaves stories from three generations of her family alongside contemplative reflections to discover the “necessary rituals” that connect us with our belonging, dignity, and liberation.

In part one of this two-part interview, Karen shares parts of her story. Including her first encounter with acute grief after losing a child, the journey she has been on as a mother to 5, after losing her husband to cancer, and how she has become a compassionate guide for others after loss.

Helpful Links

Episode with Pastor Stephen-https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/gen-z-and-jesus-teaching-truth-in-a-post/id1657891362?i=1000620763198

Karen's Book-https://www.amazon.com/Over-Shoulder-Columbine-Survivors-Resilience/dp/1733651608

GriefShare is a grief recovery support group where you can find help and healing for the hurt of losing a loved one. griefshare.org

Bonus episode! Checking in, and sharing a preview of what is coming.

This is the last episode in the education series, and we're finishing up with a conversation with one of the best in the business. With over 40 years of experience, Miki Kellerman, a.k.a., Mrs. K, shares her wisdom with us. She has taught K-8th grades in public and private settings and trained teachers at the university level. Currently, she is teaching at Anastasis Academy. (Hear more about the school from the founder on episodes 15 and 16) Miki's specialty is connecting with and educating kids who push other teacher's buttons. She was created to work with these kids and has spent her life mentoring and teaching them. With wit and humility Miki shares about her mean kindergarten teacher and how she knew by third grade that being a teacher was her calling. Except for the short period when she thought marrying John Wayne was her destiny. She talks about the pressure teachers face due to standardized testing, the importance of social and emotional learning, and the lingering effects of COVID-19 on students and teachers. In addition, Miki tells some good stories about laminating lunch meats and wearing her husband's boxers to school.

Helpful Links:

Mrs. K. is dean of students here; https://www.anastasisacademy.com/

To see an actual photo of the laminated lunch meat; https://www.instagram.com/aliolynn/

In the second part of this discussion, Erin talks about modeling conflict resolution skills, giving the students a "thinking moment" where they think about what they are thinking about, and teaching them how to have difficult conversations with someone they disagree with. In addition, she shares candidly that there is literally not enough time in a week to accomplish all that is asked of her. And one more crazy story from teaching puberty education.

Helpful Links:

The Social Delimma Documentary-from the website, "Discover what’s hiding on the other side of your screen. We tweet, we like, and we share— but what are the consequences of our growing dependence on social media? This documentary-drama hybrid reveals how social media is reprogramming civilization with tech experts sounding the alarm on their own creations." https://www.thesocialdilemma.com/

Truth Over Tribe-from the website, "Truth Over Tribe: Christian Takes on Culture, News & PoliticsTired of the culture war? This is that podcast that’s too liberal for conservatives, too conservative for liberals. We seek to follow the lamb, not the donkey or elephant." https://choosetruthovertribe.com/

Truth Over Tribe Podcast, episode one-https://podcast.choosetruthovertribe.com/episodes/what-is-tribalism?hsLang=en

In this episode, we hear from Heather, a kindergarten teacher from Oregon who has been in education for over 20 years. She shares the rewards and the challenges of teaching these little ones, especially the Covid Kinders. We discuss the changes she has observed in students and parents over the years, especially since 2020, and describes how she is teaching her students to tolerate being bored. In addition, she shares well-earned wisdom about finding a work/life balance. Share this one with teachers you know and parents. There are takeaways for all of us in this conversation. Oh, and we have been best friends forever!

Helpful Links:

Average screen time for teens and tweens, 2021-https://www.commonsensemedia.org/sites/default/files/research/report/2022-infographic-8-18-census-final-web_0.pdf

Sesame Street Opening Song, Season 1, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jfQSp92L88I

Sesame Street Promo for Season 53, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d4Co-m5Ql14

In this post-covid culture, many students are showing up at school, socially and emotionally two years behind. How can educators help increase resilience, emotional agility, critical thinking and prepare students for success in life? What does success even look like? In the second part of my interview with Kelly Tenkely, she challenges us to ask the question, "is our education system valuing test scores above our kids?" Kelly reminds us that "learning is an abundant resource" and asks if we are preparing our kids to live outside the education system or if we are merely preparing them for the next stage of school. We discuss this and so much more, including cute stories about funny kids.

Helpful Links:

The school Kelly founded- https://www.anastasisacademy.com/

Kelly's personal website- https://www.ktsplace.com/

The learning genome project that Kelly created after listening to Pandora radio- https://www.thelearninggenomeproject.com/

Kelly's blog-https://dreamsofeducation.wordpress.com/

EDUCATION SERIES, EPISODE 1 of 5

Hear part one of this two part interview with Kelly Tenkley. Kelly is a former technology teacher and blogger who founded a school based on individualized education and inquiry.

Kelly began her career as a classroom teacher in the 2002/2003 school year. After a few difficult months she began to reconsider her career decision. Serendipitously, she was hired as a technology teacher and quickly became interested in using technology to enhance her students' learning. She started blogging about her experiences with technology integration, and her blog quickly became a popular resource for educators.

In 2011, Kelly founded Anastasis Academy, a private school that uses a personalized learning model. Anastasis is a kindergarten through 8th grade, innovative, non-denominational, Christian, micro-school school.  Where experiential learning allows the students to explore the world through research and play.

Kelly is a strong advocate for personalized learning. She believes that all students learn differently, and that schools and classrooms can be designed to meet the needs of each individual learner. Kelly is a passionate educator who is committed to making a difference in the lives of students and creating an environment where students can love learning and be seen and known.

Helpful Links:

The school Kelly founded- https://www.anastasisacademy.com/

Kelly's personal website- https://www.ktsplace.com/

The learning genome project that Kelly created after listening to Pandora radio- https://www.thelearninggenomeproject.com/

Kelly's blog-https://dreamsofeducation.wordpress.com/

Alicia chats with Pastor Stephen, a vocalist and youth pastor who is passionate about teaching truth to Generation Z.

In this episode we cover:

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