Shifting Schools: Conversations for K12 Educators

SWAPNA KRISHNA writes about space, science, and technology. You can find her at the YouTube channel Ad Astra, and her work has been published at outlets such as Wired, Engadget, The Verge, NPR, and Slate.

Her new book provides a novel approach to mindfulness while learning more about science and history.

Pocket Nature: Stargazing: Contemplate the Cosmos to Find Inner Peace

Part of the Pocket Nature series, this petite volume features helpful tips for stargazing, plus thoughtful meditations related to stars, space, and the universe. In a cool palette with celestial illustrations, Stargazing is a must-have companion for amateur astronomers, space enthusiasts, outdoor adventurers, and anyone looking to slow down and find time for contemplation. In these pages, learn about features of the night sky, from the Milky Way to moon craters to the planets in our solar system; read a brief history of stargazing in cultures around the world; and discover seventeen notable constellations to observe in the northern hemisphere throughout the year. With ruminative meditations on the universe, moonlight, stardust, and more, this pocket-size guide to the cosmos has everything you need to better understand and appreciate the night sky.

Learn more with Shifting Schools this year:

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Thank you to our amazing show sponsor: Mackin

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For nearly thirty years, Jennifer Miller has worked with educators and families to help them become more effective with children through social and emotional learning (SEL). She authored and illustrated the book "Confident Parents, Confident Kids: Raising Emotional Intelligence In Ourselves and Our Kids" and founded the organization by the same name ten years ago growing an international platform through her blog with more than 23,000 followers in 152 countries world-wide. She has served as a regular expert contributor to NBC's TODAY Parenting, PBS WNET and Parent Magazine. She conducted and published original peer-reviewed research on parenting with SEL." She co-founded SEL for Ohio, a statewide network to champion social and emotional learning and serves on the SEL for U.S. Leadership Council. She consults with schools, conducts research and offers webinars on parenting and SEL with partners in Ohio and nationally. She has her master's degree in Instructional Leadership with a focus on social and emotional development and lives with her husband and fifteen-year-old son in Columbus, Ohio.

In this episode we dig into her research and her book Confident Parents, Confident Kids: Raising Emotional Intelligence in Ourselves and Our Kids--From Toddlers to Teenagers

Explore your copy soon

Connect with Jennifer Miller online:

https://confidentparentsconfidentkids.org

https://twitter.com/JenniferSMiller

https://www.facebook.com/confidentparentsconfidentkids

https://www.instagram.com/jennifersmithmiller1/

We are so grateful to our amazing sponsor: Mackin

They have made our special mini series on SEL possible. Please be sure to learn more about their resources:

https://home.mackin.com/

On this week...

We were so excited to have a conversation with Dr. Charles A. Barrett to dive deeper into his book:

Social Justice in Schools A Framework for Equity in Education

Our conversation explores:

• Ensuring equitable access to key opportunities
• Centering Relationships
• Reflecting on how to build community

Find your copy:

Via this link

Learn about our special guest

Charles A. Barrett, PhD, NCSP, a district-level administrator in Virginia, practiced as a school psychologist for 13 years at the elementary and secondary levels. He serves as an adjunct lecturer at several universities, where he is actively involved in the training and development of future school psychologists. Dr. Barrett was named a School Psychologist of the Year by the Virginia Academy of School Psychologists. His past leadership positions within the National Association of School Psychologists (NASP) include co-chair of the Social Justice Task Force and African American Subcommittee, chair of the Multicultural Affairs and Social Justice Committees, and Virginia Delegate to the NASP Leadership Assembly. Dr. Barrett serves on the editorial boards of School Psychology Review and School Psychology. He is a frequent speaker and workshop presenter for educators, families, and community organizations.

His website is www.charlesbarrett.org

We are so grateful to the team at Mackin for sponsoring this episode and the full SEL series.

Learn more about them:

Mackin

Want to discuss your thoughts on this episode?

send us an email info (at) shiftingschools.com or catch us at camp: camp.shiftingschools.com

On this week...

We were so excited to have a conversation with Dr. Novak and Dr. Rodriguez about their latest book

In Support of Students: A Leader's Guide to Equitable MTSS

Our conversation explores:

• How to make change happen
• What schools can do to better support ALL students
• How leaders can upskill in order to foster inclusion in schools

Find your copy:

On Sale Now via Bookshop

Check out their special book group guide

Learn about our special guests

https://www.novakeducation.com/

https://kristanrodriguezcc.wixsite.com/ccapr

We are so grateful to the team at Mackin for sponsoring this episode and the full SEL series.

Learn more about them:

Mackin

Want to discuss your thoughts on this episode?

send us an email info (at) shiftingschools.com or catch us at camp: camp.shiftingschools.com

Jessica Lahey is the author of the New York Times bestselling book, The Gift of Failure: How the Best Parents Learn to Let Go So Their Children Can Succeed and The Addiction Inoculation: Raising Healthy Kids in a Culture of Dependence. Jess was awarded the Research Society on Alcohol's Media Award for "outstanding journalistic efforts of writers who cover empirical research on alcohol" […] "for her book The Addiction Inoculation and advocacy for the recovery community." Over twenty years, Jess has taught every grade from sixth to twelfth in both public and private schools, and spent five years teaching in a drug and alcohol rehab for adolescents in Vermont, and serves as a prevention and recovery coach at Sana, a medical detox and recovery center in Stowe, Vermont. She has written about education, parenting, and child welfare for The Washington Post, The Atlantic, and her biweekly column "The Parent Teacher Conference" ran for three years at the New York Times. She designed and wrote the educational curriculum for Amazon Kids' award-winning animated series The Stinky and Dirty Show, and was a 2019 Pushcart Prize nominee. Jess holds the dubious honor of having written an article that was later adapted as a writing prompt for the 2018 SAT. She co-hosts the #AmWriting podcast from her empty nest in Vermont.

This week as Jeff and Tricia launch the new Social Emotional Learning series they talk with Jessica specifically about her book The Gift of Failure.

Find your copy:

On Sale Now via Bookshop

Learn about Jessica Lahey's other work:

https://www.jessicalahey.com/

We are so grateful to the team at Mackin for sponsoring this episode and the full SEL series.

Learn more about them:

Mackin

Want to discuss your thoughts on this episode?

Join us at our camp!

camp.shiftingschools.com

Continue your learning with Jeff and Tricia

Learn how

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Jeff begins by emphasizing how ChatGPT enable educators to offer tailored content and support to a diverse range of students, meeting them at their individual learning levels. He cites examples of how this AI-driven technology can adapt lessons, provide personalized feedback, and assist students with varying needs, making the learning experience more inclusive and engaging. Tricia further expands on this by discussing how ChatGPT can help educators save time and energy when it comes to fostering relationships with the parent and caretakers at their school.

Together, they explore how ChatGPT serves as an invaluable tool for educators seeking to provide customized learning experiences that empower every student to thrive academically and personally. Jeff and Tricia's conversation highlights big questions to ask when it comes to engaging with ChatGPT as a "differentiation machine" in the realm of student learning, paving the way for a more inclusive and accessible education landscape.

Check out the report mentioned in the episode:

https://economicgraph.linkedin.com/research/future-of-work-report-ai

Wanna grab one of the last seats remaining for their 3 Month Generative AI Cohort?

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We loved getting to spotlight LeeAnne Lavendar's reflection, learn more about her work:

https://www.leeannelavender.com/

Share your thoughts with us on anything discussed here in our Shifting Schools Camp:

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• The educational benefits of esports
• How Daigon Esports is shaping the future of educational technology
• Ways to integrate esports into your classroom curriculum

• Educational Technology
• Esports in Education
• Classroom Integration

• Daigon Esports Website
• Shifting Schools Resources
• Subscribe to Shifting Schools

Join us as we unravel the stories that emerge when esports and gaming becomes a lifelong compass for learning. This week's guest is thought leader Janey Laney, a content creator and podcaster bridging the gap between education, gaming & tech.

Our guest takes us on a journey where gaming serves as a conduit for boundless education. Janey uncovers the profound community dynamics that power the world of gaming, weaving networks and inspiration together into a seamless fabric of connectivity. Delve into the unexplored corners of education, technology, and empowerment, and glimpse a future where gaming becomes a portal to careers and community and more.

Ready to connect with this week's amazing guest?

https://linktr.ee/JaneyLaney

Ready to learn more about our sponsor?

https://www.daigonesports.com/

Learn more with Jeff and Tricia this year:

https://www.shiftingschools.com/

In this Off The Cuff episode, Jeff Utecht and Tricia dive into the exciting launch of https://camp.shiftingschools.com and their groundbreaking course on Leadership in AI. Discover how AI is shaping the future of education and why school leaders should be at the forefront of this technological revolution.

Key Points:

1. Introduction to https://camp.shiftingschools.com

   • A new platform for educators and leaders to collaborate and share resources.
   • Features and benefits of being a part of this community.

2. Leadership in AI Course

   • Importance of understanding AI in today's educational landscape.
   • What educators can expect to learn and implement.

3. The role of AI in Education

   • How AI can aid in personalized learning.
   • Ethical considerations in using AI in the classroom.

4. Why School Leaders Should Care

   • The influence of AI on decision-making processes.
   • Preparing the next generation for an AI-driven world.

Resources:

• https://camp.shiftingschools.com
• Leadership in AI Course

How do we help students learn and play simultaneously? This week's guest explains how esports links to so many components of academic life. Curious about ways to leverage your existing curriculum, STEM and STEAM programs with esports? You need to learn more from our guest.

In recent years, esports has transitioned from mere entertainment to a thriving ecosystem that offers much more than thrilling competitions. We sit down with an expert to unravel how esports acts as a dynamic pathway for nurturing Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) talents.

Ready to learn more about our guest?

Gerald Solomon is the Executive Director of NASEF.

Curious to learn more about NASEF?

Mission NASEF is on a mission to provide opportunities for all students to use esports as a platform to develop STEAM-based skills and social emotional attributes such as communication, collaboration, and problem-solving abilities needed to thrive in work and in life. Vision To ensure that all students possess the knowledge and skills needed to be society's game changers: educated, productive, and empathetic individuals.

We are SO grateful to our amazing sponsors who have made our mini series on esports possible:

Daigon

Unlock the potential of Esports for your school with DAIGON's platform, solutions, and expertise guiding your International School to success in the world of esports.

Looking to learn more with Jeff this year?

Explore our AI in Education Pathways today!