Hey everyone! Just wanted to make this quick post. All will be well. Just lots of changes coming and I need some time. 

Thank you. 

-Jacob 

Doing an episode like this is tricky. I didn’t want it to be one sided. I didn’t want it to have a political agenda. Instead, I wanted it to be an episode for ALL educators, whether you’re public or private, or something in between.

To do that, I invited Kathy Edwards of The Novus Academy on the show to discuss everything from vouchers, to accountability in schools, the A-F system, a bloated educational system, private school vs public, and yes, Betsy DeVos and the role the Trump administration is choosing to play in the future of American education.

Kathy Edwards is the founder and Principal of The Novus Academy and has too many accomplishments to list here. After Richland visiting with her, I knew I had to get her on the show.

She did not disappoint.

Enjoy!

Doing an episode like this is tricky. I didn’t want it to be one sided. I didn’t want it to have a political agenda. Instead, I wanted it to be an episode for ALL educators, whether you’re public or private, or something in between.

To do that, I invited Kathy Edwards of The Novus Academy on the show to discuss everything from vouchers, to accountability in schools, the A-F system, a bloated educational system, private school vs public, and yes, Betsy DeVos and the role the Trump administration is choosing to play in the future of American education.

Kathy Edwards is the founder and Principal of The Novus Academy and has too many accomplishments to list here. After Richland visiting with her, I knew I had to get her on the show.

She did not disappoint.

Enjoy!

Join us in this powerful episode of Teach Me Teacher as we welcome Stephanie Edmonds, also known as TeachingLiberty on Instagram and YouTube. After losing her teaching position in New York due to Covid vaccine mandates, Stephanie transformed her experience into a platform for advocacy and education. She passionately discusses the importance of healthy dialogue and political activism in the teaching community, shedding light on the real-world consequences educators face amid political battles. Tune in to hear her inspiring story, insights on fostering constructive conversations, and how teachers can stand strong in the face of adversity. Agree, disagree, or land somewhere in the middle, this talk will ignite your thinking.

Join us in this powerful episode of Teach Me Teacher as we welcome Stephanie Edmonds, also known as TeachingLiberty on Instagram and YouTube. After losing her teaching position in New York due to Covid vaccine mandates, Stephanie transformed her experience into a platform for advocacy and education. She passionately discusses the importance of healthy dialogue and political activism in the teaching community, shedding light on the real-world consequences educators face amid political battles.

Tune in to hear her inspiring story, insights on fostering constructive conversations, and how teachers can stand strong in the face of adversity.

Agree, disagree, or land somewhere in the middle, this talk will ignite your thinking. 

Hello everyone! This episode was previously published on the Craft & Draft podcast—my second show all about literacy! If you enjoy this one, go subscribe and support the show so you can be in line for all the bonus content coming soon! 

Jacob and Pam begin the episode with a segment regarding the best way to communicate in order to have difficult conversations.  This leads into a conversation about how communication styles impact education.

Pam shares how teachers need to approach students with a countenance that says, ‘I’m glad you are here!”  She uses examples from her own life as well as from her experiences in the classroom to illustrate how to make this happen.  Jacob brings his insight and examples of how conversations and approaches to teaching impacts learning and classroom environment.

Join Jacob and Pam as they share the importance of framing conversations in a manner that is best for students!

In this episode, we're thrilled to welcome Lauren Horn, author of This Is Not a Sketchbook: It’s a Class. Join us as Lauren dives into the transformative power of creativity in education and shares insights from her innovative approach to teaching.

Discover how she encourages students to express themselves beyond traditional methods, and learn practical tips to foster a more engaging classroom environment.

Whether you’re an educator or simply passionate about learning, this conversation will inspire you to rethink how creativity can shape our educational experiences. Tune in and get ready to be inspired!

Make sure to use code TeachMe at check out for 15% off your purchase of Lauren's book! 

In this episode, we're thrilled to welcome Lauren Horn, author of This Is Not a Sketchbook: It’s a Class. Join us as Lauren dives into the transformative power of creativity in education and shares insights from her innovative approach to teaching.

Discover how she encourages students to express themselves beyond traditional methods, and learn practical tips to foster a more engaging classroom environment.

Whether you’re an educator or simply passionate about learning, this conversation will inspire you to rethink how creativity can shape our educational experiences. Tune in and get ready to be inspired!

Make sure to use code TeachMe at check out for 15% off your purchase of Lauren's book! 

Hello everyone! 

Join us for an inspiring episode featuring the one and only Kari Byron from Mythbusters! We dive into the exciting world of STEM education and its profound impact on creativity and innovation. Kari shares her insights on the upcoming National STEM Festival and discusses how hands-on experiences can ignite a passion for science in students of all ages.

Discover how to foster curiosity in the classroom, the importance of integrating creativity into STEM subjects, and Kari’s personal journey in breaking down barriers in science education. Whether you’re a teacher, parent, or simply a science enthusiast, this episode is packed with ideas to spark imagination and learning. Tune in and let’s explore how to make science more engaging and accessible for everyone!

For over a decade Kari Byron has been a strong presence in the world of science adventure and travel television. She is best known as a host on Discovery Channel’s Mythbusters but has gone on to host and produce shows spanning several networks. Today you will find her continuing her mission to inspire, empower, entertain and educate through the digital storytelling of EXPLR.

Fostering her curious nature, she spent a lifetime acquiring odd skills and interests. After graduating college and traveling the world she decided to settle in San Francisco and pursue a career as a sculptor. Special effects and prop making seemed like a perfect fit. Trying to break into the field, she got an internship at M5 industries with Jamie Hyneman. Her first day turned out to be the beginning of Mythbusters, and a career in television. Though her dream was to be a working artist somehow handling poop, eating bugs, wiring explosives and scraping chicken guts off the ceiling turned out to be the catalyst of her real dream job as a science communicator., STEM advocate, and Cofounder of the National STEM Festival.

Welcome to Teach Me, Teacher! In today’s episode, we’re thrilled to have Sierra Bohamera, also known as @thattrendyteacher on Instagram. Join us as we explore the art of making teaching fun and engaging, connecting authentically with students, and infusing that all-important math energy into the classroom. Sierra shares her insights on being open to growth and learning in this ever-evolving profession. Get ready for a lively conversation packed with inspiration and practical tips to elevate your teaching game! Let’s dive in!