If you don't know him already, Matthew Woods is a name in education that you need to know. Matthew is a husband, father, district leader, college professor, doctoral candidate, and children’s author. In this episode Matthew Woods discusses his belief in leadership, and how being a leader is more than authority, it’s a representation of who you are. Matthew talks about Owning the Role, Empathy, Respect, Critical Thinking, Honor, Relationships, and his biggest influences on why he became an Educator. Check out Matthew on his podcast Leading Out the Woods or visit his website www.leadingoutthewoods.com for books and more information. You can find Matthew on Twitter @woodfromawoods.

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In Episode 7 of ReflectEd, AJ talks with High School Social Studies teacher, and Mr. Podcast, Chris Nesi about incorporating the 4 C's into his classroom. Chris is a proponent of introducing students to the ideas of Collaboration, Creativity, Communication and Critical Thinking. Throughout this episode, Chris discusses:

Follow Chris Nesi on Twitter at @MrNesi or visit his website www.ChrisNesi.com to listen to the #HouseofEdTech Podcast!

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Welcome to ReflectED - Episode 6!

Reflecting on 2020 

Let's focus on the positives for the year! While we had so many difficulties and obstacles that were in the way for many of us, we are going to come into 2021 stronger than ever before! 

My Positives

How will 2020 Impact on Schools?

It’s been a battle, but I think we are going to make it through just fine.

GOALS

HOMEWORK:

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Guest: Dave Frangiosa @DavidFrangiosa

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Quick Rundown of my EDU career.

SMART Goals in the classroom.

My current role in education.

My goals for the 2020-2021 School year

HOMEWORK

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In this episode, we focus on our mindset. 

How are we feeling right now?

“Everything in life starts with your mindset first and your actions second. Your actions follow your thoughts, your beliefs and ideas. To make a shift, to free your energy: start with getting your mind right, and then, take action.” - Sylvester Mcnutt III 

What can we do? 

1. Take charge

2. Bring about Positivity - Positivity is a choice!

3. Get rid of the Negativity and Negative thoughts! 

4. Continue to be amazing! 

5. Be prepared to succeed!

HOMEWORK

Take time for YOU! Reflect on where you are and where you want to be. 

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In this episode, we are going to discuss how we can Embrace the Uncomfortable.

Topics I focus on:

Your Reflection...

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Why ReflectED? Reflection is Important and it’s about Growth.

Questions I focus on:

Resources Mentioned:

Your Reflection...

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ReflectED is the podcast where AJ Bianco shares his perspective on the challenges and successes that are taking place in our schools and focuses on goal-setting and plans for future improvement. Through rich conversation and meaningful dialogue, we discuss practical ways to make schools better for students and educators. 

Make sure you click subscribe. Episode 1 drops June 1, 2020!

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