The DRW Show

Season 2 Black in Nature was previously recorded in Summer 2021. I decided to test out some new recording methods and created podcast "short" episodes, which included some commentary. I hope you all enjoy this season of Black in Nature. Look out for a brand new season of the DRW Podcast Show this summer!

Season 2 Black in Nature was previously recorded in Summer 2021. I decided to test out some new recording methods and created podcast "short" episodes, which included some commentary. I hope you all enjoy this season of Black in Nature. Look out for a brand new season of the DRW Podcast Show this summer!

Season 2 Black in Nature was previously recorded in Summer 2021. I decided to test out some new recording methods and created podcast "short" episodes, which included some commentary. I hope you all enjoy this season of Black in Nature. Look out for a brand new season of the DRW Podcast Show this summer!

Season 2 Black in Nature was previously recorded in Summer 2021. I decided to test out some new recording methods and created podcast "short" episodes, which included some commentary. I hope you all enjoy this season of Black in Nature. Look out for a brand new season of the DRW Podcast Show this summer!

Season 2 Black in Nature was previously recorded in Summer 2021. I decided to test out some new recording methods and created podcast "short" episodes, which included some commentary. I hope you all enjoy this season of Black in Nature. Look out for a brand new season of the DRW Podcast Show this summer!

Season 2 Black in Nature was previously recorded in Summer 2021. I decided to test out some new recording methods and created podcast "short" episodes, including some commentary. I hope you all enjoy this season of Black in Nature. Look out for a brand new season of the DRW Podcast Show this summer!

Diona Reese Williams Edited Production: Angel Productions  DRW Guest: Sarah Folgoson  Facebook Page: @dionareesewilliams Instagram  DRW Personal Brand: @drw_dionareesewilliams  Instagram Out Back Learning LLC: @outbacklearning2019  Facebook Page: @outbacklearning2019 Podcast: https://anchor.fm/diona-williams

Amy Williams currently works as a school psychologist at Palominas School District in Hereford, Arizona. She has worked as a school psychologist for the past six years, holding positions at school districts in southern Arizona and Phoenix. She received her Master of Education in School and Applied Child Psychology degree from the University of Calgary in Alberta, Canada. She also holds a Bachelor of Education from Nipissing University, Ontario, Canada.

Prior to becoming a school psychologist, Amy worked as an international teacher in Kuwait for nine years. During this time, she taught upper elementary and middle school. She completed additional qualifications in Guidance and Career Education through Queen’s University, Canada, and worked as a middle school counselor during her final two years in Kuwait.

Amy is currently enrolled in Arizona State University’s Graduate Certificate program in Applied Behavior Analysis. She plans on using the knowledge and experience she gains in this program to enhance her current skills so that she can more effectively help the students and educators with whom she works.

Amy is passionate about consulting with and educating teachers, parents, and administrators about supporting students’ mental health and social-emotional development.

Amy is originally from Toronto, Canada but currently lives in Sierra Vista, Arizona. In her spare time, she enjoys traveling, reading historical fiction, and spending time with her family.

 

Reference 

Dr. Bruce Perry 

Dr. Bruce Perry 

Neurosequential Model 

Neurosequential Model 

Arizona State University 

ASU- Applied Behavior Analysis Graduate Certificate 

Diona Reese Williams Edited Production: Angel Productions  DRW Guest: Amy Williams Facebook Page: @dionareesewilliams Instagram  DRW Personal Brand: @drw_dionareesewilliams  Instagram Out Back Learning LLC: @outbacklearning2019  Facebook Page: @outbacklearning2019 Podcast: https://anchor.fm/diona-williams

In today's DRW interview, I enjoyed meeting with one of my dear friend's Jacque Raftery. She is a mom of 3 kids ages 6, 3 and 1. She has a Master's Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy and currently works as the Assistant to the Director of Cactus Wren Co-Op Preschool. Before that, she worked in community behavioral health as a therapist and case manager. When her children were born, she decided to do the critical work of being their primary caregiver since behavioral health was too draining for her. However, working for Cactus Wren Co-op Preschool brought her into the world of early childhood education and has broadened my understanding of the importance of supporting the 0-5 population in my community.

Website: https://www.cactuswrenpreschool.com/

Diona Reese Williams Edited Production: Angel Productions  DRW Guest: Jacque Raftery  Facebook Page: @dionareesewilliams Instagram  DRW Personal Brand: @drw_dionareesewilliams  Instagram Out Back Learning LLC: @outbacklearning2019  Facebook Page: @outbacklearning2019 Podcast: https://anchor.fm/diona-williams

Allison Houtz

Experiential Education Program Coordinator

Bio:

Allison is a passionate, lifelong advocate for young children, families, and early educators. She’s worked in early education at large for the past 17 years, through teaching, directing, child advocacy, parent training, coaching, and higher education leadership. Allison currently serves students, faculty, and community members as the Experiential Education Program Coordinator within the Education Department at Prescott College. One of her many hats is leading the Center for Nature & Place through community building and professional development. She’s dedicated to bridging the gap between early education and much needed family resources in rural communities like Yavapai county. Allison believes wholeheartedly that we have a moral obligation to not only support children, but we owe it to our community and future together.

One of the most profoundly true quotes I have found elevates the life work I hold so dear, as consultant, trainer, and advocate for children and families: “What we do early in life lays the foundation for all the rest. Early preventive intervention can be exceptionally valuable” (Shonkoff, & Meisels, 1990). This is my philosophy on early childhood education: I believe that early experiences are pivotal to human development, and as such, should be a focal point in our society when it comes to funding and resources for the public.

Early Childhood Education runs in my blood – I do what I do because of the foundation my mom laid as an early education leader and advocate for community access to quality care. She’s a mover and shaker and I’ve found myself following in her footsteps and digging my heels in the field we both care deeply about.

Below is the content requested for our upcoming DRW Interview:

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Summer Institute dates: June 4-6, 2021

Online Modules coming early 2021

Ask us to host a workshop for your team! Email @[email protected]

Diona Reese Williams Edited Production: Angel Productions 

DRW Guest: Allison Houtz 

Facebook Page: @dionareesewilliams Instagram 

DRW Personal Brand: @drw_dionareesewilliams 

Instagram Out Back Learning LLC: @outbacklearning2019 

Facebook Page: @outbacklearning2019 Podcast: https://anchor.fm/diona-williams