In this episode, we meet fellow podcaster and instructional leader, Stephanie Howell.  Stephanie shares her educational background and experiences with us.  . She is a Google Certified Coach who practices the 5-step coaching model learned in the Google Coach certification process.  Mrs. Howell shares the importance of the co-teach model in special education.  Stephanie is happy to share her knowledge with the education community through social media and podcasting  She currently hosts  2 podcasts: Get Inspired and Innovate and Control the Chaos.

To learn more about Stephanie Howell and for highlights of this episode visit our website.  https://bit.ly/rcttep31

Show Notes:  Music education has many benefits! Listen as Lisa and Angela discuss how music class can enhance other subjects.  Angela shares research from the New England Board of Higher Education giving 6 benefits of music education.  Meet the amazing Kathryn To’afa, music teacher at Miss May Vernon Elementary who will sing AND play instruments.  Learn how the RCISD Education Foundation supports music innovation, and be launched into your weekend with Mrs. To’afa’s classroom launch.

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In this episode, you’ll not only hear from one of our former students, but also the “voice” of RC Teacher Talk, Matthew Stewart.  Upon returning to RCHS, Angela and Lisa were quick to grab his “speaking voice” to record the intro and outro for the podcast.  You’ll hear what makes speech and debate a great activity for kids, learn the effects of the pandemic on the program, and what schools are doing to rebuild.  Mr. Stewart is not only a wealth of knowledge on all things speaking and learning, but has great strategies any teacher can use in their classroom.

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Angela and Lisa had the pleasure of interviewing TWO guests in this episode.  First, they chatted with Adeline Nenzou, a team lead on the Chrome Squad.  You’ll have the pleasure of hearing Adeline share how she and her team are revamping the RCISd teacher badging system.  Then, they met with the Royse City High School Teacher of the Year, Ariel Causey who talks about making connections with students, time management, and differentiating with technology.

Check out our shownotes to meet our guest and learn more about the Chrome Squad

Lisa and Angela share their favorite memories from school.  This episode's guest is Jane Lackey, Social Studies Teacher at Royse High School.  Mrs. Lackey highlights the overflowing plate of educators and how how to avoid the perfection trap.

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In this bonus episode, Lisa and Angela chat with Dr. Amy Anderson, Royse City ISD’s newly named Chief Academic Officer.  They chat about her first 60 days in RCISD.   Dr. Anderson shares the power of the relationships she’s building with her team.  She explains her role as Chief Academic Officer, her values, and views on leadership.  Dr. Anderson wants the community to know there is a strong team of people committed to their students’ achievement.

To learn more about Dr. Anderson and her leadership approach and values, you'll want to check out this episode's Show Notes.

Your hosts, Lisa and Angela, chat with Royse City High School staff member, Lizzie Watson.  She not only teaches classes to prepare future educators, but also teaches human growth and development.  She recently graduated with her master’s degree from Tarleton University qualifying her to teach dual credit classes.  The dual credit classes are dedicated to growing future educators as they work towards an associates degree.

Episode 26 Shownotes

As we begin the school year, RCHS excited to introduce you to a new member of our team, Tracene Nechamkin.  In this episode, the three of us talk about building a strong team, the power of relationships, and some ideas to make team members feel valued.  Tracene has a wealth of experience and tips, not only for teachers, but school leaders.  

In our second episode of Season 2, your RC Teacher Talk hosts have the privilege of interviewing Dr. Sean Walker, Executive Director of Secondary Curriculum and Leadership Development at Royse City ISD.  No matter your position in education, you can learn from Dr. Walker's leadership tips and tricks. In this episode, we talked about all things RCHS and RCISD as we grow into our new Texas 6A classification.

In this episode,  Angela and Lisa visit with Troy Burke, Royse City ISD's Director of Safety and Security.  Mr. Burke joined Royse City in November of 2021.  Listen is as we learn what he has in store for RCISD to keep our students and staff safe and secure.  As our state continues to heal from the tragedy in Uvalde, school safety is at the forefront for the 2022-2023 school year and beyond.

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