Outside The Classroom

Alaina Trott is the Director of Strategic Initiatives for Chesapeake Public School Division in Virginia. She is part of a team and school division that has been focused on equity for several years. This time in our world has put their values to the test and they are definitely in a better position than many to understand and deal with equity issues as they represent a major concern in the Covid-19 world.

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If you’re interested in more of these conversations, my co-author, Dr. Scott McLeod, has started a similar podcast, The COVID Chronicles which is focused a little more on leadership. Check it out!… Read the rest

I have a list in my head of smart people I’ve never met in person. Amy Fast is on that list. Her disposition and beliefs line up very closely with mine. She shares great stuff online and is willing to share her struggles as well as shining a light on those she serves.

You can listen or watch here but if you’re a podcast listener you can also subscribe via Apple Podcasts or Spotify.

If you’re interested in more of these conversations, my co-author, Dr. Scott McLeod, has started a similar podcast, The COVID Chronicles which is focused a little more on leadership. Check it out!… Read the rest

Allison Curry is a born and raised Alaskan and did a tremendous job helping me understand their realities during Covid19. She’s a long time technology advocate with lots of expertise. She’d be a great person to connect with if you aren’t already following her on twitter.

You can listen or watch here but if you’re a podcast listener you can also subscribe via Apple Podcasts or Spotify.

If you’re interested in more of these conversations, my co-author, Dr. Scott McLeod, has started a similar podcast, The COVID Chronicles which is focused a little more on leadership. Check it out!… Read the rest

I’ve been privileged to work with Sheryl Nussbaum-Beach and Powerful Learning Practice supporting and coaching educators in Guam over the past several months. One of the great educators I’ve met and worked with is Solange Prudente, a teacher-librarian at Astumbo Elementary School. Solange shares about her work in that role as well as the way in which Guam is dealing with the crisis.

You can listen or watch here but if you’re a podcast listener you can also subscribe via Apple Podcasts or Spotify.

If you’re interested in more of these conversations, my co-author, Dr. Scott McLeod, has started a similar podcast, The COVID Chronicles which is focused a little more on leadership. Check it out!… Read the rest

What a privilege to interview Carla Pereira, the Director of Communications at Peel District School Board in Ontario. Carla is one of my favourite follows on Twitter both as a communications expert but also as a warm, funny human. Carla offers some unique perspectives in terms of messaging for parents, students and teachers. No doubt, these people are amongst the busiest during this time.

You can listen or watch here but if you’re a podcast listener you can also subscribe via Apple Podcasts or Spotify.

If you’re interested in more of these conversations, my co-author, Dr. Scott McLeod, has started a similar podcast, The Covid Chronicles which is focused a little more on leadership. Check it out!… Read the rest

Chris Layton is a vice-principal in Oak Ridge Tennesee. Along with being a thoughtful leader, Chris’s school is in the enviable position of being a 1-1 laptop school that has worked hard over the past 5 years to embrace a blended learning model. As you’ll hear, there are still many challenges but he’s also creating opportunities for learning to thrive.

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In this episode, I’m joined by Monise Seward a special education teacher in Georgia. Monise shares the very real needs and challenges that some of our most vulnerable students face. Her vast experience in this field sheds light on a number of issues.

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Jarrod Lamshed tested positive for the Coronavirus a few weeks back. He’s also a teacher in Adelaide, Australia. So far, Jarrod is the only person I know who has tested positive. Jarrod shares his story as well as the efforts and challenges in Australia. We also discuss his love of singing. Be sure to connect with Jarrod either on Twitter or Facebook.

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Jabiz Raisdana is an International middle school educator that I’ve known for many years. He is a very introspective person and I’ve always appreciated the way he has shared his journey as a person and educator. Today he shares what’s happening in Singapore in terms of how its country is handling the virus as well as how he and his school is handling the challenges of the crisis.

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Chris Kennedy is one of the most respected educators I know. He’s the Superintendent of the West Vancouver School District. As expected he’s handled this crisis with calm and integrity. Chris lays out the expectations that the British Columbia ministry of education has mandated and it offers a clear plan for continuing the work of schools.

You can listen or watch here but if you’re a podcast listener you can also subscribe via Apple Podcasts or Spotify.

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