That's the IDEA!

Join us as we sit down with Illinois Teacher of the Year Dr. Rachael Mahmood to explore what it really means to build belonging in schools today. From harnessing student talk and honoring identity to rethinking data meetings and community voice, Rachel shares how educators can spark deep learning while keeping people at the heart of it all.

Join us as we sit down with educator and tech leader David Chan to explore what it really means to be a technology director in 2025. From bridging IT and instruction to navigating AI and ever-changing tools, David shares how schools can stay innovative while keeping people at the heart of it all.

Join us as we sit down with veteran and Do Better creator Anthony Carlyle for a conversation about growth, intention, and resilience. Anthony is not a teacher, yet his story of sobriety, mental health, and simple daily practices offers powerful lessons for educators. From journaling that actually sticks to small actions that spark positivity in schools, this is a candid and hopeful look at how we can all do better, one step at a time.

Join us as we sit down with Ken Shelton for a thoughtful conversation about what AI means for teaching and learning, the opportunities it brings, and the challenges we need to keep in mind. It’s a people-centered look at a fast-changing technology and how schools can navigate it with purpose.

The Promises and Perils of AI in Education: Ethics and Equity Have Entered The Chat

Join us as we sit down with business owner and lover of fun and community building, Dan Crawford, to discuss how your local businesses can help you build community within your schools.

Join us as we sit down with Mandy Froehlich to discuss the Importance of mental health for educators. Teachers are often expected to push through their struggles, but mental health needs to be prioritized. It's not just about self-care emails or jeans days, but real change.

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Join us as we sit down with Jed Dearybury to discuss the necessity of playful learning for people of all ages and addresses the assumption that being playful is just for kids.

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Join us as we sit down with Maria Galanis to discuss how innovation isn’t just for the classroom and to explore how Maria has found ways to provide meaningful connection points with caregivers.

Join us as we sit down with Jennifer Ehehalt from Common Sense Education and Dr. Sonal Patel to discuss AI and how our approach and attitudes toward AI can shape the landscape of AI use in education.

Join us as we sit down with Evo Hannan to discuss the power of an idea and just how much words and autonomy matter.