PB Podcast/Pushing Boundaries

The week of Xmas and you are looking for that last present for your loved one, friend, or colleague.  Today,  I will be speaking with author Jeff Kubiak and contributor Dr. Basil Marin on the new book entitled, "It's Me."  This impactful new book discusses the need to "ditch prejudiced lanes, and embrace our Human Race for  its diversity, inclusivity, equity, and individuality we all deserve."

Title I Early Learning Program Facilitator in Hernando County FL- educator, mother, wife, daughter, sister... Carrie is always enjoying the journey! Please join us as we discuss everything in education.  Plus Carrie's view on confronting gaps and remediation in schools.

Dr. Kolarik is a department chair, educator, video game enthusiast, and life long learner. Please join us on a great discussion of all things education in this crazy covid world!

Just a friendly hello and update on our guest today!

Superintendent, author, speaker, presenter. Jon Konen has contributed to the field of education in a variety of ways.  This one is something I think everyone needs to hear.  Jon just went through a battle with Covid-19.  Please tune in as he shares his story.

Dr. Erik Youngman is a curriculum director, author, & advocate for #GrowthMindset, continuous learning, #feedback, #metacognition, & #innovation.  Great discussion on all things education.  Plus!!! The one thing all teachers discuss today.  What is deliberate homework?  Subscribe and listen to find out!

Todd Stanley is the author of many teacher-education books including Project-Based Learning for Gifted Students, Authentic Learning, and his latest, Promoting Rigor Through Higher Level Questioning. He served as a classroom teacher for 18 years and is currently the gifted services coordinator for Pickerington Local Schools where he lives with his wife and two daughters. You can follow him on Twitter @the_gifted_guy or visit his website at thegiftedguy.com where you can access blogs, resources, and view presentations he has given concerning education.

Michele is a dedicated and passionate educator of over 32 years, teaching disadvantaged students, students with special needs, and the AP level as a Spanish teacher. Currently, she is the Coordinator of Admissions and Strategic Marketing for a technical school in New Jersey.

She is also a presenter of professional development, curator of education topic videos, and a strong advocate for teachers everywhere. (also, a mom of 4 grown children, grandmother of 4 little boys, and a wife of 32 years)

President at Reflective Learning, LLC, and Senior Fellow at International Center for Leadership in Education.  Sherry is the author of "Coaching Redefined: A Guide to Leading Meaningful Instructional Growth".  Passionate educator Sherry St. Clair coaches teachers and leaders across the country—and beyond—to best meet the needs of all students. Drawing from her rich experience at various levels of public education, St. Clair is a highly regarded expert in the areas of highly effective instructional strategies, classroom walkthroughs, effective use of data, literacy, and creating a culture of college and career readiness.

Dana Goodier has 20 years of experience in education. She has taught World Languages and English and worked as a middle school administrator. She completed her doctorate degree (Ed.D.) in Educational Leadership in early 2020. For her dissertation, she researched the reasons parents were opting their students out of high-stakes testing at middle schools and how that affected the district accreditation rating. She often speaks at conferences, providing educators with techniques to minimize off-task behavior and to increase time on task. She is the host of the

“Out of the Trenches” podcast, which features educators who share their stories of resiliency. Follow her on Twitter @danagoodier and visit her website at www.danagoodier.com