In this episode, we are talking with Jessica Lahey. Jessica is an educator, writer, and speaker. She is an English and writing teacher, correspondent for the Atlantic, commentator for Vermont Public Radio, and writes the “Parent-Teacher Conference” column for the New York Times. She is the author of the New York Times bestselling book, The Gift of Failure: How the Best…Read more

In this episode, we are talking with Aaron Sams. Aaron has been an educator since 2000. He operates the education consulting firm Sams Learning Designs, is an Adjunct Professor at Saint Vincent College, and serves as an advisor to TED-Ed. In 2009 he was awarded the Presidential Award for Excellence in Math and Science Teaching while teaching Chemistry in Woodland…Read more

In this episode, we are talking with Ted Dintersmith. After a career in venture capital, Ted Dintersmith is focused on issues at the intersection of innovation and education. He is funding and supporting a range of initiatives that seek to improve the life prospects of youth around the nation and globe.  He executive produced Most Likely To Succeed and The…Read more

In this episode, we are excited for you to hear from A. J. Juliani, author of Inquiry and Innovation in the Classroom: Using 20% Time, Genius Hour, and PBL to Drive Student Success AND Learning by Choice: 10 Ways Choice and Differentiation Create an Engaged Learning Experience for Every Student. A.J. currently works as an Education and Technology Innovation Specialist…Read more

Today, we are talking with our Middle School Principal – Ken Parliman.  Ken started his career in education as an 8th grade math teacher.  He then transitioned into an instructional leadership role as a middle school math coach.  A few years ago, he joined the Salisbury team as our assistant principal. This past fall, he assumed the role of principal.…Read more

In this episode, we are excited for you to hear from David Burkus author of The Myths of Creativity: The Truth About How Innovative Companies and People Generate Great Ideas and his latest book, Under New Management: How Leading Organizations Are Upending Business as Usual. David writes regularly for Harvard Business Review, Forbes, PsychologyToday and 99U. He is also the…Read more