Rebel Educator®

Giving up control in a classroom or at home can feel messy and uncomfortable, but it's essential for children's growth and independence. In this episode, I share how innovative educators and parents are reimagining their approach to teaching and raising confident decision-makers. Through real stories and practical examples, you'll discover simple yet powerful tools to help young learners build agency, reduce anxiety, and take ownership of their learning journey.

IN THIS EPISODE, WE DISCUSS:

• Moving from "sage on stage" to learning facilitator in order to better guide students
• Practical examples for creating systems for independence that build student autonomy while maintaining structure
• How offering controlled options rather than direct commands helps develop decision-making skills and reduces anxiety

RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

• Learn more about the Rebel Project Literacy Curriculum, a fully integrated literacy and project based learning curriculum, at  projectup.us or inkwire.co/rplc 
• Get your copy of Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Impact and Imagination Meet
• Learn more about Rebel Educator, explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library.
• Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment.
• Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram and learn more about her journey here.

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In each episode of the Rebel Educator podcast, I deconstruct world-class educators, students, and thought leaders in education to extract the tactics, tools, and routines that you can use as teachers and parents. Join me as we discuss how to shift the classroom, the learning environment, the mindset, and the pedagogy, to resist tradition, reignite wonder, and re-imagine the future of education.

This podcast is dedicated to all of the educators who work thankless hours to make our next generation the best it can be.  It was designed to begin conversations on how we can redesign education for the future of work and the success of our students.  It is meant for teachers, students, administrators, homeschoolers and anyone who interacts with and teaches youth.

What happens when you walk into a classroom and can't find the teacher? 

For Kyle Wagner, this moment sparked a fundamental shift in his understanding of what learning could look like. 

In this episode, Kyle shares powerful examples of schools that have transformed from traditional teaching models to student-centered environments - including one that went from requiring SWAT team interventions to becoming a place where students eagerly showcase their learning. 

Drawing from his experience working with schools worldwide, Kyle offers practical steps for teachers looking to make this shift, emphasizing that meaningful change can start with small adjustments rather than complete classroom overhauls.

IN THIS EPISODE, WE DISCUSS:

• Powerful examples of schools that have transformed from traditional teaching models to student-centered environments
• How one school went from requiring SWAT team interventions to becoming a place where students eagerly showcase their learning
• Practical steps for teachers to make small shifts towards more student-centered learning experiences
• The importance of empowering both students and teachers with agency in the learning process
• Examples of how departments and teachers can work collaboratively to identify and implement shifts to student-centered learning
• Kyle's advice for education leaders on including teachers in the design of school transformation visions

RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

• Get you copy of Kyle’s newest book Where Is the Teacher?: The 12 Shifts for Student-Centered Environments
• Connect with Kyle on X and LinkedIn or send him an email at [email protected]
• Visit www.transformschool.com to learn more about Kyle’s work and check out his podcast
• Get your copy of Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Impact and Imagination Meet
• Learn more about Rebel Educator, explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library.
• Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment.
• Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram and learn more about her journey here.

GUEST BIO:

Kyle Wagner is the founder and  [Co] Learning Experience Designer for Transform Educational Consulting Limited, an organization that empowers forward thinking schools and educators to create self- directed globally, socially and emotionally aware citizens through project-based experiences and student-centred environments. Kyle fell in love with project-based learning as a teacher at High Tech High, where he witnessed students publish best-selling books, create their own social enterprises, and even influence policy change through real- world projects. He has taken this passion global, founding innovative micro-schools, authoring 2 books – ‘Where is the Teacher’ and ‘Power of Simple,’ and helping over 1,000 educators design 1000 + transformative learning experiences, and the student-centered environments to support them. 

Kyle holds a M.Ed. in Teacher Leadership with a thesis that focuses on developing democratic classrooms and distributed leadership models. When not writing or teaching, he is performing with his original band, participating in karaoke contests and traveling the world with his partner. He currently resides in Hong Kong where he spends time developing learner-centred schools of the future while helping other school leaders build theirs.

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In each episode of the Rebel Educator podcast, I deconstruct world-class educators, students, and thought leaders in education to extract the tactics, tools, and routines that you can use as teachers and parents. Join me as we discuss how to shift the classroom, the learning environment, the mindset, and the pedagogy, to resist tradition, reignite wonder, and re-imagine the future of education.

This podcast is dedicated to all of the educators who work thankless hours to make our next generation the best it can be.  It was designed to begin conversations on how we can redesign education for the future of work and the success of our students.  It is meant for teachers, students, administrators, homeschoolers and anyone who interacts with and teaches youth. 

Welcome to another solo episode of Rebel Educator! As I continue to navigate these solo episodes, I’m excited to dive more into the advantages of small schools. At Up Academy, we are intentionally small, and I believe that small schools offer an ideal environment for student development, both academically and emotionally. Join me as I explore why smaller can be better when it comes to education.

IN THIS EPISODE, WE DISCUSS:

• How small class sizes strengthen student-teacher relationships and enhance social-emotional learning.
• The "myth of bigness" and why smaller schools can better support individual student needs.
• Why alternative education models are thriving 

RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

• Learn more about the Rebel Project Literacy Curriculum, a fully integrated literacy and project based learning curriculum, at  projectup.us or inkwire.co/rplc 
• Get your copy of Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Impact and Imagination Meet
• Learn more about Rebel Educator, explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library.
• Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment.
• Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram and learn more about her journey here.

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In each episode of the Rebel Educator podcast, I deconstruct world-class educators, students, and thought leaders in education to extract the tactics, tools, and routines that you can use as teachers and parents. Join me as we discuss how to shift the classroom, the learning environment, the mindset, and the pedagogy, to resist tradition, reignite wonder, and re-imagine the future of education.

This podcast is dedicated to all of the educators who work thankless hours to make our next generation the best it can be.  It was designed to begin conversations on how we can redesign education for the future of work and the success of our students.  It is meant for teachers, students, administrators, homeschoolers and anyone who interacts with and teaches youth.

Discover the power of small schools with Stuart Grauer, a visionary educator challenging the "bigger is better" mentality in education. Learn how connecting students to their local environment and fostering genuine human connections can revolutionize learning outcomes. From expeditionary education to naturalist leadership principles, Stuart shares insights from his 50-year journey that will inspire you to reimagine education.

IN THIS EPISODE, WE DISCUSS:

• The principles and values that guided the founding of the Grauer School in 1991
• The importance of expeditionary education and connecting learning with the local environment
• The benefits of small schools, including safety, teacher retention, and student connectedness
• Challenges facing small schools and the need for better metrics beyond standardized testing
• Stuart's upcoming book on naturalist principles for school leadership

RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

• The beta reviews to The Way to Pancho’s Kitchen are stunning, there has never been a book like this, and there’s a “previewer” list for the book launch. Sign up for the launch here: https://thewaytopanchoskitchen.com/
• Connect with Stuart on Facebook  and LinkedIn
• Follow The Small Schools Coalition on Facebook
• Check out the Grauer School on Facebook
• Email Stuart at [email protected]
• Get your copy of Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Impact and Imagination Meet
• Learn more about Rebel Educator, explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library.
• Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment.
• Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram and learn more about her journey here.

GUEST BIO:

Stuart Grauer, Ed.D., is the Founding Head of School Emeritus  of The Grauer School (founded 1991 in Encinitas, California) and is considered one of the nation’s top authorities on small schools and expeditionary education. He founded the Small Schools Coalition in 2011 in support of small school leaders looking for evidence that their schools are more by virtue of their size, not less. Outside Magazine named The Grauer School one of the top ten places to work in the United States. He publishes and consults widely and his work has been covered in New York Times, Discovery Channel, Phi Delta Kappan, and many other publications.

In his hometown of Encinitas, CA, where he has been named “Peacemaker of the Year” and “Local Legend.”

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In each episode of the Rebel Educator podcast, I deconstruct world-class educators, students, and thought leaders in education to extract the tactics, tools, and routines that you can use as teachers and parents. Join me as we discuss how to shift the classroom, the learning environment, the mindset, and the pedagogy, to resist tradition, reignite wonder, and re-imagine the future of education.

This podcast is dedicated to all of the educators who work thankless hours to make our next generation the best it can be.  It was designed to begin conversations on how we can redesign education for the future of work and the success of our students.  It is meant for teachers, students, administrators, homeschoolers and anyone who interacts with and teaches youth.

Are you unknowingly holding your learners back from reaching their full potential? In this solo episode, we’re discussing the benefits "productive struggle" and why allowing children to face challenges is crucial for their growth and success. Tune in and discover how embracing difficulty can supercharge brain development, build confidence, and prepare young minds for real-world triumphs!

IN THIS EPISODE, WE DISCUSS:

• The importance of productive struggle in learning and personal growth.
• How challenges build resilience and self-confidence in students.
• The role of educators and parents in fostering this independence.
• Why productive struggle doesn’t work work in digital spaces.

RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

• Learn more about the Rebel Project Literacy Curriculum, a fully integrated literacy and project based learning curriculum, at  projectup.us or inkwire.co/rplc 
• Get your copy of Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Impact and Imagination Meet
• Learn more about Rebel Educator, explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library.
• Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment.
• Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram and learn more about her journey here.

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In each episode of the Rebel Educator podcast, I deconstruct world-class educators, students, and thought leaders in education to extract the tactics, tools, and routines that you can use as teachers and parents. Join me as we discuss how to shift the classroom, the learning environment, the mindset, and the pedagogy, to resist tradition, reignite wonder, and re-imagine the future of education.

This podcast is dedicated to all of the educators who work thankless hours to make our next generation the best it can be.  It was designed to begin conversations on how we can redesign education for the future of work and the success of our students.  It is meant for teachers, students, administrators, homeschoolers and anyone who interacts with and teaches youth.

In this episode, we sit down with Janet Wile, Supervisor of Library Services for Central Unified School District in Fresno, California. Janet’s journey has taken her from history teacher to passionate advocate for school libraries and literacy programs. 

IN THIS EPISODE, WE DISCUSS:

• Janet's innovative programs that get students excited about reading
• The challenges of encouraging literacy in a "book desert” 
• Partnering with Reading is Fundamental (RIF) and its effect on students
• The importance of creating welcoming, inclusive library spaces
• The role of school libraries in providing safe spaces for students

Janet offers us her incredible insights into building community connections through literacy and the power of putting books directly into students' hands. Her work highlights the transformative impact of innovative library programs on entire school communities.

GUEST BIO:

Janet Wile is the Supervisor of Library Services for Central Unified School District located in Fresno, CA.  She was the Teacher Librarian at Central East High School for thirteen years where she created long lasting programs, Athletes as Readers and Leaders (now in its 15th year), Slammin’ in Your Library (now in its 18th year) and was well regarded for her collaborative lessons in all subject areas. In 2014 Janet moved to the district office to oversee twenty two school libraries as well as Instructional Materials. Janet was fortunate to be a participant in the Lilead Fellows Program, an intensive professional development program which brought together district library supervisors from all over the country to equip and empower them to be effective leaders for change in their districts.  Her work in Lilead altered her advocacy including the role of Teacher Librarians in her district as well as expanded library hours for all sites.

Janet is also an instructor in the Teacher Librarian Credential Program at Fresno Pacific University, and well as a member of the California Recommended Literature List Committee. Janet served for five years on the California Young Reader Medal Committee and then served as Co-Administrator of the committee for five years.  Janet lives with her two beloved dogs and according to her co-workers, has more library t-shirts than anyone else they know.

RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

• Send Janet and email at [email protected]
• Learn more about the Rebel Project Literacy Curriculum, a fully integrated literacy and project based learning curriculum, at  projectup.us or inkwire.co/rplc 
• Get your copy of Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Impact and Imagination Meet
• Learn more about Rebel Educator, explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library.
• Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment.
• Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram and learn more about her journey here.

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MORE ABOUT THE REBEL EDUCATOR PODCAST:

In each episode of the Rebel Educator podcast, I deconstruct world-class educators, students, and thought leaders in education to extract the tactics, tools, and routines that you can use as teachers and parents. Join me as we discuss how to shift the classroom, the learning environment, the mindset, and the pedagogy, to resist tradition, reignite wonder, and re-imagine the future of education.

This podcast is dedicated to all of the educators who work thankless hours to make our next generation the best it can be.  It was designed to begin conversations on how we can redesign education for the future of work and the success of our students.  It is meant for teachers, students, administrators, homeschoolers and anyone who interacts with and teaches youth.

Ever feel like you're swimming against the tide when it comes to teaching kids to read? You're not alone! 

In this enlightening episode of the Rebel Educator podcast, we welcome seasoned educators Shannon Betts & Mary Saghafi, hosts of the Reading Teachers Lounge podcast.

With over two decades of combined experience in various educational settings, from traditional classrooms to specialized reading instruction, they've seen it all – and they're not afraid to ruffle a few feathers to get kids reading.

IN THIS EPISODE, WE DISCUSS:

• The shift towards science of reading methodologies and its impact on classroom practices
• Common misconceptions in literacy instruction and how to overcome them
• Strategies for advocating for struggling readers within school systems
• The importance of data-driven decision making in addressing students' needs
• Practical advice for teachers navigating conflicts and improving their instructional practices

Shannon and Mary offer practical advice on meeting kids where they are, ditching one-size-fits-all approaches, and why those foundational skills are just so important. Their discussion highlights the challenges and rewards of being a "rebel educator" who prioritizes student needs over outdated practices.

Whether you're a teacher feeling stuck, an administrator looking for fresh ideas, or a parent trying to make sense of it all, this episode is for you! Tune in and get ready to revolutionize the way you think about teaching reading!

GUEST BIO:

The Reading Teachers Lounge is a podcast and professional learning community of literacy teachers searching for the best resources and research-backed practices to reach their learners.    Cohosts Shannon and Mary bring an honest and experienced point of view to the topics they share.  Listen.  Learn.  And immediately add to your bag of teaching tricks. Find what works for YOUR students with us in the Reading Teachers Lounge.

RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

• Connect with Shannon and Mary on Facebook and Instagram
• Learn more about the Rebel Project Literacy Curriculum, a fully integrated literacy and project based learning curriculum, at  projectup.us or inkwire.co/rplc  
• Get your copy of Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Impact and Imagination Meet
• Learn more about Rebel Educator, explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library.
• Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment.
• Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram and learn more about her journey here.

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MORE ABOUT THE REBEL EDUCATOR PODCAST:

In each episode of the Rebel Educator podcast, I deconstruct world-class educators, students, and thought leaders in education to extract the tactics, tools, and routines that you can use as teachers and parents. Join me as we discuss how to shift the classroom, the learning environment, the mindset, and the pedagogy, to resist tradition, reignite wonder, and re-imagine the future of education.

This podcast is dedicated to all of the educators who work thankless hours to make our next generation the best it can be.  It was designed to begin conversations on how we can redesign education for the future of work and the success of our students.  It is meant for teachers, students, administrators, homeschoolers and anyone who interacts with and teaches youth.

Welcome to Season 5 Rebel Educators! 

We’ve got a fresh new look, new sound, AND a new release day! Starting next week, catch new Rebel Educator episodes every Monday and start your week with inspiration and innovative ideas for your classrooms.  Plus, we’re adding more solo episodes alongside our guest interviews to keep digging deeper into the big questions in education.

What started with one spontaneous chat has now grown into over 100 incredible conversations and has evolved beyond anything we could have imagined.  We’re so excited to continue challenging the status quo, exploring innovation, and preparing students for a rapidly changing future. 

A huge thank you to all of our listeners for being with us on this incredible journey, we couldn’t have done it without you all!

• Visit projectup.us to join the education revolution and open your own UP Academy
• Get your copy of Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Impact and Imagination Meet
• Learn more about Rebel Educator, explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library
• Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment
• Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram and learn more about her journey here

In this episode, we hear from Dr. Mat Barnett, Director of TK-12 Programs for Beaumont Unified School District (CA). Mat began his career as a teacher in Anaheim, CA, and also held roles including junior high principal and director of education services in the Fullerton School District.

Mat describes his interesting journey to the education field, his approach to coaching and professional development, fostering student ownership of learning, and more. Hear about:

• Professional learning focused on the entire classroom experience
• Helping teachers focus on the things that are most valuable
• How Classroom Mosaic enables data-driven coaching in the district
• Clear communication around the purpose of walkthroughs
• Feedback from administrators and teachers about purposeful shifts in coaching
• Techniques to improve relationships between coaches and teachers
• “You have to have that implementation-level data collecting tool.” Why this is critical for districts and how a tool like Classroom Mosaic supports educators. 

About today’s host

Tanya Sheckley is the Founder and President of UP Academy, a progressive elementary lab school in San Mateo, California. UP Academy is reinventing education by customizing learning for each student, integrating project-based learning throughout its curriculum, and supporting students with disabilities to attend alongside able-bodied students in mixed-age classrooms.

Tanya hosts the Rebel Educator podcast, speaks across the country on the future of education, and leads professional development programs for school administrators and educators. Listen to Rebel Educator here: https://re.bepodcast.network/ 

About Classroom Mosaic:

Classroom Mosaic helps K-12 leaders support, develop, and retain their teachers. For over a decade, the company has worked with educators worldwide from districts large (100k students) and small (150 students) to transform instructional practice, guide professional development, and impact student learning. Every student deserves a great education. And a great education starts with great teachers supported by great leaders. Learn more: 

• 
  classroommosaic.com
• twitter.com/ClassroomMosaic 
• linkedin.com/company/classroommosaic/
  
  

In a world filled with unpredictability, how do we equip students with the tools they need to make decisions? Our guest, Roger Spitz, shares his insights on the role of strategic foresight and how embracing complexity and uncertainty can revolutionize education, empowering students and educators to thrive in an ever-changing world.

IN THIS EPISODE, WE DISCUSS:

• The unpredictability and nonlinear nature of the world and how traditional education is inadequate for teaching students how to adapt and thrive in this world
• The importance of understanding the unpredictability of the world and the need to move beyond traditional, predictable models of thinking
• The role of education in fostering critical thinking, challenging assumptions, and embracing uncertainty to empower individuals with agency and adaptability.

RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

• Connect with Roger on LinkedIn, Instagram, X, Facebook, and YouTube
• Purchase Roger's latest book: "Disrupt With Impact: Achieve Business Success in an Unpredictable World"
• Learn more about the Disruptive Futures Institute, a Think Tank based in San Francisco offering education, research, and thought leadership on adapting to our increasingly complex and uncertain world.
• Visit www.techistential.ai to learn more about the global foresight practice 
• Get your copy of Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Impact and Imagination Meet
• Learn more about Rebel Educator, explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library.
• Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment.
• Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram and learn more about her journey here.

Guest Bio:
Roger Spitz (B.Sc. Econ, M.Sc., FCA, APF) is an international bestselling author, President of Techistential (Climate & Foresight Strategy), and Chair of the Disruptive Futures Institute in San Francisco. Currently writing his fifth book, Spitz has given hundreds of keynotes globally, frequently contributes across leading media, and guest lectured at many of the world’s most prestigious academic institutions.

Spitz has two decades leading investment banking and venture capital businesses. He advises CEOs, founders, boards, and shareholders on their most critical decisions, evaluating their organizations' strategy under uncertainty, and anticipating disruptions ahead. Spitz sits on several boards, AI & Ethics councils, Sustainability committees, VC funds & Academic institutions worldwide.

A world-leading authority on foresight, sustainability, and transformative change, Spitz develops and teaches Strategic Foresight & System Innovation programs, and has written the influential book collection “The Definitive Guide to Thriving on Disruption”, which became an instant classic. Spitz lectures and publishes extensively on anticipatory leadership, change, uncertainty and decision-making in complex environments, with bestselling books in Future Studies, Green Business, Sustainable Economic Development, Business Education, Strategic Management & Forecasting.

Spitz's renowned strategic foresight practice, advises boards, leadership teams and investors on sustainable value creation. He developed the Disruptive Futures Institute and DFI Sustainability & Climate Academy into preeminent global education centers helping organizations build capacity for futures intelligence, resiliency and system innovation. Spitz is an industry-recognized expert, writer, speaker and investor in AI, he chairs the Techistential Center for Human & Artificial Intelligence, and is known for coining the term "Techistentialism".

As former Global Head of Technology M&A with BNP Paribas, Spitz advised on over 50 transactions with deal value of $25bn. He launched the bank’s US M&A practice in San Francisco and built its European Technology & Digital Investment Banking franchises in London & Paris.

Bilingual English & French, Spitz lived in 10 different cities across three continents.

Spitz has written five books. He is the bestselling author of the acclaimed four-volume series “The Definitive Guide to Thriving on Disruption” and “Disrupt With Impact: Achieve Business Success in an Unpredictable World”.

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MORE ABOUT THE REBEL EDUCATOR PODCAST:

In each episode of the Rebel Educator podcast, I deconstruct world-class educators, students, and thought leaders in education to extract the tactics, tools, and routines that you can use as teachers and parents. Join me as we discuss how to shift the classroom, the learning environment, the mindset, and the pedagogy, to resist tradition, reignite wonder, and re-imagine the future of education.

This podcast is dedicated to all of the educators who work thankless hours to make our next generation the best it can be.  It was designed to begin conversations on how we can redesign education for the future of work and the success of our students.  It is meant for teachers, students, administrators, homeschoolers and anyone who interacts with and teaches youth.