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Rebel Educator®

In each episode of the Rebel Educator® podcast, I deconstruct world-class educators, students, and thought leaders in education to extract the tactics, tools, and routines that you can use as teachers and parents. Join me as we discuss how to shift the classroom, the learning environment, the mindset, and the pedagogy, to resist tradition, reignite wonder, and re-imagine the future of education.

S5 E142 · Tue, April 29, 2025
142: Overcoming the Barriers of Opening a Microschool with Jon England
Microschools often face significant regulatory hurdles. Our guest this week, Jon England, chats with us about some of the most common barriers and what we can do to overcome them. Tune in and discover practical strategies for navigating regulatory challenges in opening your microschool! RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Twitter/X: @Principal_Jon Website: EdInnovators.org Email: jon@edinnovators.org Want to open your dream school with the freedom you deserve and the support you need?Visit https://openmyschool.my.canva.site/rebelkaipod to learn more about our partnership with KaiPod Learning and get help opening your dream school! Learn more about the Rebel Project Literacy Curriculum, a fully integrated literacy and project based learning curriculum, at projectup.us or inkwire.co/rplc Get your copy of Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Impact and Imagination Meet Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library . Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment. Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on LinkedIn , Facebook , and Instagram and learn more about her journey here . GUEST BIO: Jon is a former teacher and principal with 14 years of experience in public schools. Now, he champions microschool founders in Utah and nationwide, working to remove regulatory barriers and expand opportunities for innovative education. As the founder of Ed Innovators, a chamber of commerce for microschool leaders, he helps founders connect, share best business practices, and advocate for policies that support their schools’ success. A firm believer in educational freedom, Jon proudly homeschools and microschools his five children. Enjoying the show? Leave us a rating and review and help more people find us! bit.ly/RebelEducatorApplePodcasts </a
S5 E141 · Tue, April 22, 2025
141: Anti-Bias Education with Sahba Rohani
What does it take to implement anti-bias education that goes beyond the surface? Our guest, Sahba Rohani, Executive Director of Roots ConnectED, discusses the"dual process for change”—a combining of personal mindset shifts with collective action in classrooms. Sahba shares with us how her organization helps educators embed both reflective practices and inclusive approaches into daily routines, creating sustainable cultural shifts far more effective than isolated diversity initiatives. Listen now to discover how intentional changes can transform your educational space! RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: www.rootsconnected.org @rootsconnected-inc (instagram) @roots-connected (LinkedIn) @sahba-rohani (LinkedIn) Roots ConnectED Tree of Love: https://www.rootsconnected.org/resources-list/rootsconnected-tree-of-love Community Building Resource: https://www.rootsconnected.org/resources-list/beyond-icebreakers-to-community-building or you can also direct people *all* our Community Building & Identity resources here . Sahba's TED Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A9QGuJzOLME Want to open your dream school with the freedom you deserve and the support you need?Visit https://openmyschool.my.canva.site/rebelkaipod to learn more about our partnership with KaiPod Learning and get help opening your dream school! Learn more about the Rebel Project Literacy Curriculum, a fully integrated literacy and project based learning curriculum, at projectup.us or inkwire.co/rplc Get your copy of Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Impact and Imagination Meet Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library . Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning env
S5 E140 · Tue, April 15, 2025
140: The Key to Overcoming Math Anxiety with Aditya Nagrath
Math anxiety starts early, but it doesn’t have to. In this episode Aditya Nagrath, co-founder of Elephant Learning, shares why confidence and belief are critical for math success—and the tools we can use to change a child’s trajectory. RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Connect with Aditya on LinkedIn Visit elephantlearning.com to learn more about how the program works to reduce math anxiety and teach math! Want to open your dream school with the freedom you deserve and the support you need?Visit https://openmyschool.my.canva.site/rebelkaipod to learn more about our partnership with KaiPod Learning and get help opening your dream school! Learn more about the Rebel Project Literacy Curriculum, a fully integrated literacy and project based learning curriculum, at projectup.us or inkwire.co/rplc Get your copy of Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Impact and Imagination Meet Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library . Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment. Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on LinkedIn , Facebook , and Instagram and learn more about her journey here . GUEST BIO: Dr. Nagrath helps students overcome mathematics anxiety. Aditya is the creator and founder of Elephant Learning Mathematics Academy which helps students learn years of mathematics over the course of a few months using their system just 10 minutes per day, 3 days per week. With a PhD in Mathematics & Computer Sciences, Dr. Nagrath has spent over 30 years in industry as a software engineer, author, leader, speaker, and serial entrepreneur working on everything from atomic clocks to iOS and Android apps to Amazon’s Kindle Fire. As the Founder of Elephant Head Software, which won the prestigious JD Edwards Innovation Award in 2015, he has also done software projects for Pearson, Verizon, Telefonica, JD Edwards (Oracle), and other billion dollar companies. Enjoying the show? Leave us a rating and review and help mor
S5 E139 · Tue, April 08, 2025
139: Transforming Education Through Community-Based Design and Centering Young Voices with Jenee Henry
What makes extraordinary schools? In this enlightening conversation, Jenee Henry, Chief Learning Officer at Transcend, explores how community-based design is helping schools evolve beyond industrial-era models to create learning environments where everyone thrives. From competency-based approaches to student-driven projects, discover how education is being reimagined across America. RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Get your copy of Extraordinary Learning for All: How Communities Design Schools Where Everyone Thrives Want to open your dream school with the freedom you deserve and the support you need?Visit https://openmyschool.my.canva.site/rebelkaipod to learn more about our partnership with KaiPod Learning and get help opening your dream school! Learn more about the Rebel Project Literacy Curriculum, a fully integrated literacy and project based learning curriculum, at projectup.us or inkwire.co/rplc Get your copy of Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Impact and Imagination Meet Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library . Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment. Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on LinkedIn , Facebook , and Instagram and learn more about her journey here . GUEST BIO: Jenee Henry is Chief Learning Officer at Transcend. Jenee started her career as an educator in Atlanta and has been nationally recognized for outstanding teaching. Jenee studied Economics and Russian at Sarah Lawrence and at Oxford. While living in the United Kingdom, she also served as a cellist in the Oxford University Orchestra and is a life member of the Oxford Union debating society. She lives in New Haven, Connecticut. Enjoying the show? Leave us a rating and review and help more people find us! bit.ly/RebelEducatorApplePodcasts We’d love it if you could take a few minutes to fill out this survey to let us know how we can bring you the best possible content:
S5 E138 · Tue, April 01, 2025
138: Designing Meaningful Project-Based Learning Experiences
Project-based learning isn’t just about doing projects—it’s about designing deep, concept-driven experiences. In this episode, I'm breaking down what makes a project meaningful, highlighting common mistakes to avoid, and sharing real-world examples of successful interdisciplinary project-based learning. Tune in and start transforming your classroom today! RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Join our community on Skool Want to open your dream school with the freedom you deserve and the support you need?Visit https://openmyschool.my.canva.site/rebelkaipod to learn more about our partnership with KaiPod Learning and get help opening your dream school! Learn more about the Rebel Project Literacy Curriculum, a fully integrated literacy and project based learning curriculum, at projectup.us or inkwire.co/rplc Get your copy of Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Impact and Imagination Meet Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library . Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment. Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on LinkedIn , Facebook , and Instagram and learn more about her journey here . Enjoying the show? Leave us a rating and review and help more people find us! bit.ly/RebelEducatorApplePodcasts We’d love it if you could take a few minutes to fill out this survey to let us know how we can bring you the best possible content: forms.gle/JcKHf9DHTZnYUmQr6 Interested in being on the Rebel Educator podcast? Fill out this form and we'll reach out to you if we think you'd be a great fit for an upcoming episode. https://forms.gle/CZJXLQDdevPh22ZN7 Want to learn more about opening your own UP Academy? Check out the Rebel Educator Accelerator: www.rebeleducator.com/courses/the-accelerator MORE ABOUT THE REBEL EDUCATOR PODCAST: In each episode of th
S5 E137 · Tue, March 25, 2025
137: Tracking Student Progress Effectively and Efficiently with Chris Hull
This week we’re joined by Chris Hull, founder of Otus, an edTech tool designed by educators to simplify the way schools manage data, assessments, and instruction. Join us as we dive deep into an innovative approach that reimagines education as a personalized journey of discovery. Learn how Otus is using AI and data to empower teachers to do what matters most: connecting, inspiring, and truly seeing each student's unique potential. From transforming traditional grading to creating comprehensive student profiles, this conversation explores how technology can become a powerful ally in education—creating more efficient tools that give teachers back their most valuable resource: time with students. IN THIS EPISODE, WE DISCUSS: The evolution of educational technology and its impact on teaching Creating efficient systems that support teacher-student interactions The importance of understanding individual student journeys Balancing technological tools with human empathy and connection Developing skills for continuous learning and adaptation RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Connect with Chris on LinkedIn Visit www.otus.com to learn more about how Otus combines data, assessment, progress monitoring, and grading to maximize student performance and save educators time. Want to open your dream school with the freedom you deserve and the support you need?Visit https://openmyschool.my.canva.site/rebelkaipod to learn more about our partnership with KaiPod Learning and get help opening your dream school! Learn more about the Rebel Project Literacy Curriculum, a fully integrated literacy and project based learning curriculum, at projectup.us or inkwire.co/rplc Get your copy of Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Impact and Imagination Meet Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library . Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment. Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on LinkedIn , Facebook , and Instagram and learn more about her journey here . GUEST BIO: Ch
S5 E136 · Tue, March 18, 2025
136: Practical Tools to Create Opportunities for Agency and Independence
Kids need the chance to make decisions. But how do we create the right balance between structure and independence? Tune in for strategies that empower kids to take ownership of their choices. RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Want to open your dream school with the freedom you deserve and the support you need?Visit https://openmyschool.my.canva.site/rebelkaipod to learn more about our partnership with KaiPod Learning and get help opening your dream school! Learn more about the Rebel Project Literacy Curriculum, a fully integrated literacy and project based learning curriculum, at projectup.us or inkwire.co/rplc Get your copy of Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Impact and Imagination Meet Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library . Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment. Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on LinkedIn , Facebook , and Instagram and learn more about her journey here . Enjoying the show? Leave us a rating and review and help more people find us! bit.ly/RebelEducatorApplePodcasts We’d love it if you could take a few minutes to fill out this survey to let us know how we can bring you the best possible content: forms.gle/JcKHf9DHTZnYUmQr6 Interested in being on the Rebel Educator podcast? Fill out this form and we'll reach out to you if we think you'd be a great fit for an upcoming episode. https://forms.gle/CZJXLQDdevPh22ZN7 Want to learn more about opening your own UP Academy? Check out the Rebel Educator Accelerator: www.rebeleducator.com/courses/the-accelerator MORE ABOUT THE REBEL EDUCATOR PODCAST: In each episode of the Rebel Educator podcast, I deconstruct world-class educators, students, and thought leaders in education to extract the tactics, tools, and routines that you can use as teachers and parents. Join me as we discuss how to shift th
S5 E135 · Tue, March 11, 2025
135: Student-Led Restorative Practices with AJ Crabill
What happens when we give students the tools to restore relationships rather than simply punishing behavior? In this week's episode, AJ Crabill, Senior Coach at Student Led Restorative Practices, shares with us how community circles build belonging, mediation circles resolve conflicts, and restorative circles address harm. Tune in to learn why these approaches better serve student success and how you can implement them in your own spaces. RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Connect with AJ on LinkedIn Visit www.StudentLedRP.org to learn more about student-led restorative practices Get your copy of AJ’s latest book: Our Tools They Deserve: Why Adults Choose Retribution, How Students Can Practice Restoration Want to open your dream school with the freedom you deserve and the support you need?Visit https://openmyschool.my.canva.site/rebelkaipod to learn more about our partnership with KaiPod Learning and get help opening your dream school! Learn more about the Rebel Project Literacy Curriculum, a fully integrated literacy and project based learning curriculum, at projectup.us or inkwire.co/rplc Get your copy of Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Impact and Imagination Meet Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library . Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment. Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on LinkedIn , Facebook , and Instagram and learn more about her journey here . GUEST BIO: Airick Journey "AJ" Crabill is the Senior Coach at Student Led Restorative Practices and serves as the Director of Governance for the Council of the Great City Schools where he leads school board supports for the nation’s largest urban school systems. Improving student outcomes is his relentless focus. H
S5 E134 · Tue, March 04, 2025
134: How to Tackle the Biggest Challenges in Starting a School
Starting a school isn't easy, but you don’t have to do it alone. In this episode, we break down the biggest challenges to opening a school and share strategies to help you overcome them. Whether you’re considering starting a microschool, virtual school, or something entirely new, this episode will help you take the next step with confidence! RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Want to open your dream school with the freedom you deserve and the support you need? Visit https://openmyschool.my.canva.site/rebelkaipod to learn more about our partnership with KaiPod Learning and get help opening your dream school! Join our community on Skool Learn more about the Rebel Project Literacy Curriculum, a fully integrated literacy and project based learning curriculum, at projectup.us or inkwire.co/rplc Get your copy of Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Impact and Imagination Meet Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library . Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment. Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on LinkedIn , Facebook , and Instagram and learn more about her journey here . Enjoying the show? Leave us a rating and review and help more people find us! bit.ly/RebelEducatorApplePodcasts We’d love it if you could take a few minutes to fill out this survey to let us know how we can bring you the best possible content: forms.gle/JcKHf9DHTZnYUmQr6 Interested in being on the Rebel Educator podcast? Fill out this form and we'll reach out to you if we think you'd be a great fit for an upcoming episode. https://forms.gle/CZJXLQDdevPh22ZN7 Want to learn more about opening your own UP Academy? Check out the Rebel Educator Accelerator: www.rebeleducator.com/courses/the-accelerator MORE ABOUT THE REBEL EDUCATOR
S5 E133 · Tue, February 25, 2025
133: Building Executive Functioning Skills in Any Classroom with Mitch Weathers
The secret to student success might not be what you think. Our guest reveals why executive functioning skills—the ability to organize, manage time, set goals, and complete tasks—form the foundation for all learning yet are rarely taught explicitly in schools. Through his personal story of classroom struggles, he shares how he developed an innovative approach to embedding these skills naturally into daily routines. Tune in to learn why his book on executive functioning became an instant bestseller and how his "Organized Binder" approach is transforming classrooms across the country. IN THIS EPISODE, WE DISCUSS: Why some students naturally "get" school while others struggle despite their intelligence and effort The hidden skills that are rarely taught but essential for academic success A practical approach to embedding executive functioning skills into classroom routines without adding to a teacher's workload RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Connect with Mitch: organizedbinder.com https://www.instagram.com/organizedbinder/ https://x.com/organizedbinder https://www.facebook.com/organizedbinder https://www.linkedin.com/in/mitchweathers/ Email: mitch@organizedbinder.com Book: Executive Functions for Every Classroom, Grades 3-12: Creating Safe and Predictable Learning Environments The 90-Day Accelerator is opening soon, and waitlist members get two live coaching calls plus exclusive leadership courses ($750 value). Claim your spot → https://90-day-waitlist.carrd.co/?rootabl=tanyasheckley Learn more about the Rebel Project Literacy Curriculum, a fully integrated literacy and project based learning curriculum, at projectup.us or inkwire.co/rplc Get your copy of Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Impact and Imagination Meet Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our <a
S5 E132 · Tue, February 18, 2025
132: Microschools and the Future of Accountability
In this episode, we dive into the evolving world of microschools and a recent article published by the Center for American Progress, "The Importance of Holding Microschools Accountable". As the founder of a microschool, I understand the need for accountability, but the current system we're being held to often doesn't support the innovation and flexibility that microschools thrive on. How can we balance the need for oversight with the freedom to create dynamic, student-centered learning environments? Tune in to discover why we need a new approach to accountability and how it could shape the future of education! RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: The 90-Day Accelerator is opening soon, and waitlist members get two live coaching calls plus exclusive leadership courses ($750 value). Claim your spot → https://90-day-waitlist.carrd.co/?rootabl=tanyasheckley Learn more about the Rebel Project Literacy Curriculum, a fully integrated literacy and project based learning curriculum, at projectup.us or inkwire.co/rplc Get your copy of Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Impact and Imagination Meet Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library . Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment. Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on LinkedIn , Facebook , and Instagram and learn more about her journey here . Enjoying the show? Leave us a rating and review and help more people find us! bit.ly/RebelEducatorApplePodcasts We’d love it if you could take a few minutes to fill out this survey to let us know how we can bring you the best possible content: forms.gle/JcKHf9DHTZnYUmQr6 Interested in being on the Rebel Educator podcast? Fill out this form and we'll reach out to you if we think you'd be a great fit for an upcoming episode. https://forms.gle/CZJXLQDdevPh22ZN7 Want to learn more about opening your own UP Academy? Check out the Rebel Educator Accelerator: <a href="https://www.rebeleducator.com/courses/the-accelerator
S5 E131 · Tue, February 11, 2025
131: Embracing Non-Traditional Education with Jennifer D. Klein
How do you create meaningful change in education without losing your job? My guest this week, Jennifer D. Klein, explores the delicate balance of innovation and resistance through the lens of her experiences in nontraditional education. Jennifer shares with us her incredible insights about leading change in schools today. From poetry in the wilderness to navigating political turbulence, discover how language, timing, and understanding can help leaders create schools where every student thrives. IN THIS EPISODE, WE DISCUSS: The transformative experience of growing up in alternative education How leaders can navigate resistance to change while staying true to their educational vision The unexpected ways language choice can impact how communities receive educational innovation Creating school environments where each child is celebrated RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Connect with Jennifer: https://principledlearning.org https://www.linkedin.com/in/jdeborahklein https://x.com/jdeborahklein https://www.instagram.com/jdeborahklein/ https://www.facebook.com/jdeborahklein Learn more about the Rebel Project Literacy Curriculum, a fully integrated literacy and project based learning curriculum, at projectup.us or inkwire.co/rplc Get your copy of Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Impact and Imagination Meet Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library . Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment. Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on LinkedIn , Facebook , and Instagram and learn more about her journey here . GUEST BIO: Jennifer D. Klein is a product of experiential project-based education herself, and she lives and breathes the student-centered pedagogies used to educate her. She became a teacher during graduate school in 1990, quickly finding the intersection between her love of writing and her
S5 E130 · Tue, February 04, 2025
130: Creating the Schools We Need with Kapono Ciotti
How do we create schools where students actually want to learn? Meet Kapono Ciotti, an educator working to transform schools from teacher-centered stages to student-led learning environments. Drawing from his experiences in progressive education systems, Ciotti shares practical strategies for letting students take the lead in their learning journey. His innovative approaches and the What School Could Be framework offer a roadmap for educators ready to trust students with real ownership of their education. IN THIS EPISODE, WE DISCUSS: The shift from industrial-age schooling to student-led learning Building genuine learning communities in schools The role of AI in transforming education Creating schools where students want to be New frameworks for measuring educational success RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Connect with Kapono and What Schools Could Be on LinkedIn , Instagram , the WSCB community , and by visiting www.whatschoolscouldbe.org What Decade Is Your School Preparing Students For? Take the survey and find out: www.whatschoolcouldbe.org/survey Visit www.principledlearning.org to learn more about Jennifer D. Klein and her work Learn more about the Rebel Project Literacy Curriculum, a fully integrated literacy and project based learning curriculum, at projectup.us or inkwire.co/rplc Get your copy of Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Impact and Imagination Meet Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library . Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment. Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on LinkedIn , Facebook , and Instagram and learn more about her journey here . GUEST BIO: Kapono Ciotti attributes his educational philosophy to his own schooling experience in a progressive, social-constructivist school during his early years in Honolulu, Hawaii. He taug
S5 E129 · Tue, January 28, 2025
129: A Sneak Peek at My Upcoming TED Talk!
I'm so excited to share my recent TED Talk with you all! In this episode, I’ll take you behind the scenes of how this opportunity came to life and share my full talk, where I explore the power of brave questions and how they’ve shaped my journey as an education innovator. Tune in now to listen and get inspired! RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Learn more about the Rebel Project Literacy Curriculum, a fully integrated literacy and project based learning curriculum, at projectup.us or inkwire.co/rplc Get your copy of Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Impact and Imagination Meet Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library . Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment. Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on LinkedIn , Facebook , and Instagram and learn more about her journey here . Enjoying the show? Leave us a rating and review and help more people find us! bit.ly/RebelEducatorApplePodcasts We’d love it if you could take a few minutes to fill out this survey to let us know how we can bring you the best possible content: forms.gle/JcKHf9DHTZnYUmQr6 Interested in being on the Rebel Educator podcast? Fill out this form and we'll reach out to you if we think you'd be a great fit for an upcoming episode. https://forms.gle/CZJXLQDdevPh22ZN7 Want to learn more about opening your own UP Academy? Check out the Rebel Educator Accelerator: www.rebeleducator.com/courses/the-accelerator MORE ABOUT THE REBEL EDUCATOR PODCAST: In each episode of the Rebel Educator podcast, I deconstruct world-class educators, students, and thought leaders in education to extract the tactics, tools, and routines that you can use as teachers and parents. Join me as we discuss how to shift the classroom, the learning environment, the mindset, and the pedagogy, to resist tradition, reignite wonder, and re-imagine the future of education. This podcast is dedicated to all of the educators who
S5 E128 · Tue, January 21, 2025
128: A Stoic Approach to School Leadership with Daniel Bauer and Glenn Robbins
Daniel Bauer and Glenn Robbins chat with us about Stoic principles like wisdom, courage, and temperance and how they can help guide leaders in education to act with integrity, even in challenging times. Learn how to focus on what truly matters, navigate ethical dilemmas with confidence, and inspire your school community through grounded and purposeful leadership. RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Connect with Daniel on X and Instagram or give him a call/text at 312-788-7596 Connect with Glenn on X and at GlennRobbins.com Get your copy of Calm in the Chaos: Ancient Stoic Wisdom for Successful School Leadership Learn more about the Rebel Project Literacy Curriculum, a fully integrated literacy and project based learning curriculum, at projectup.us or inkwire.co/rplc Get your copy of Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Impact and Imagination Meet Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library . Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment. Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on LinkedIn , Facebook , and Instagram and learn more about her journey here . GUEST BIO: DANIEL BAUER is an unorthodox Ruckus Maker who has mentored thousands of school leaders through his Better Leaders Better Schools blog, books, podcasts, and powerful coaching experiences. Mastermind: Unlocking Talent Within Every School Leader is a book that reimagines what professional development for school administrators looks like in order to meet the needs of all school leaders who currently feel isolated and overwhelmed. <
S5 E127 · Tue, January 14, 2025
127: Teacher Burnout and the Need for Educational Overhaul with Dr. Jessica Werner
Burned out, overwhelmed, and struggling with student behavior—sound familiar? Dr. Jessica Werner, founder of Northshore Learning, joins us to share how her innovative, life-coaching-style approach to professional development is changing the game for teachers. Tune in to discover how she's helping educators reclaim their passion and transform classrooms. IN THIS EPISODE, WE DISCUSS: The root causes of teacher burnout and how it impacts classroom dynamics. Strategies for addressing challenging student behaviors. How personalized, life-coaching-style professional development can transform teacher well-being. The role of holistic approaches in fostering inclusive and supportive learning environments. Jessica’s vision for retaining quality educators and reshaping the future of education. RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Connect with Jessica on LinkedIn and Facebook Visit www.northshorelearning.org and www.jessicawernerwellbeing.com to learn more about Jessica and her work. Learn more about the Rebel Project Literacy Curriculum, a fully integrated literacy and project based learning curriculum, at projectup.us or inkwire.co/rplc Get your copy of Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Impact and Imagination Meet Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library . Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment. Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on LinkedIn , Facebook , and Instagram and learn more about her journey here . GUEST BIO: Dr. Jessica Werner is the visionary founder and CEO of Northshore Learning. From teaching across the globe, Jessica witnessed a common struggle – burnout among educators and declining student behavior. This drove her to establish Northshore Learning, a groundbreaking initiative offering personalized, life-coaching-style professional development for teachers. With a Ph.D. in education, Jessica is not just an academic but a dyn
S5 E126 · Tue, January 07, 2025
126: Culturally Responsive Teaching with Yvette Cole
In this episode, we sit down with Yvette Cole, a Kindergarten teacher and first-time author, to discuss the inspiration behind her book and how culturally responsive teaching can transform classrooms. Yvette shares her journey in advocating for diversity, equity, and inclusion in education, and how her book, Harriet's Dinner Party , offers an engaging way for young children to learn about influential Black historical figures. Tune in to learn how to create a classroom that makes all students feel seen and heard. IN THIS EPISODE, WE DISCUSS: Yvette’s childhood experiences and how they influenced her perspective on education and the importance of equitable access to quality education The challenges teachers face in the classroom, including limited resources and lack of administrative support Steps to creating culturally responsive classrooms What inspired Yvette to write Harriet's Dinner Party , and what she hopes readers gain from it RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Connect with Yvette on Instagram @Yvette_c_books Learn more about Yvette and get your copy of Harriet’s Dinner Party at booksbyyc.com Join the Rebel Educator community on Skool Learn more about the Rebel Project Literacy Curriculum, a fully integrated literacy and project based learning curriculum, at projectup.us or inkwire.co/rplc Get your copy of Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Impact and Imagination Meet Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library . Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment. Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on LinkedIn , Facebook , and Instagram and learn more about her journey here . GUEST BIO: Yvette Cole is a certified Kindergarten teacher in Connecticut and first time author. Yvette was born and raised in Harlem, New York. She is a major advocate for implementing diversity, equity, and inclusion into school's daily curriculums. She was inspired to write Harriet's Dinner Party when she struggled to find a book to read to her cl
S5 E125 · Tue, December 31, 2024
125: Authentic Marketing Strategies to Find Families and Build Enrollment
Hey Rebel Educators! Let's talk about one of the biggest challenges in our community - finding and connecting with the right families. Whether you're launching a new school, growing your educational program, or developing an edTech solution, this episode breaks down exactly how to align your core values with your marketing efforts. Tune in to learn how to create partnerships that matter, events that connect, and messaging that resonates. RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Join our community on Skool Learn more about the Rebel Project Literacy Curriculum, a fully integrated literacy and project based learning curriculum, at projectup.us or inkwire.co/rplc Get your copy of Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Impact and Imagination Meet Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library . Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment. Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on LinkedIn , Facebook , and Instagram and learn more about her journey here . Enjoying the show? Leave us a rating and review and help more people find us! bit.ly/RebelEducatorApplePodcasts We’d love it if you could take a few minutes to fill out this survey to let us know how we can bring you the best possible content: forms.gle/JcKHf9DHTZnYUmQr6 Interested in being on the Rebel Educator podcast? Fill out this form and we'll reach out to you if we think you'd be a great fit for an upcoming episode. https://forms.gle/CZJXLQDdevPh22ZN7 Want to learn more about opening your own UP Academy? Check out the Rebel Educator Accelerator: www.rebeleducator.com/courses/the-accelerator MORE ABOUT THE REBEL EDUCATOR PODCAST: In each episode of the Rebel Educator podcast, I deconstruct world-class educators, students, and thought leaders in education to extract the tactics, tools, and routines that you can use as teachers and paren
S5 E124 · Tue, December 24, 2024
124: Starting a School to Change Education, The Story of UP Academy
In this episode of Rebel Educator , I take you behind the scenes of founding Up Academy—an educational journey sparked by my daughter Eliza’s diagnosis of cerebral palsy. Faced with a system that didn’t believe in her potential, I set out to create a school that would not only support her but all students in need of a personalized, community-driven education. From navigating real estate challenges to overcoming unexpected setbacks, this episode is a raw and honest look at how Up Academy came to life, and the relentless pursuit of a better educational future. Tune in for an inspiring story of overcoming obstacles and redefining what’s possible in education. RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Join our community on Skool Learn more about the Rebel Project Literacy Curriculum, a fully integrated literacy and project based learning curriculum, at projectup.us or inkwire.co/rplc Get your copy of Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Impact and Imagination Meet Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library . Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment. Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on LinkedIn , Facebook , and Instagram and learn more about her journey here . Enjoying the show? Leave us a rating and review and help more people find us! bit.ly/RebelEducatorApplePodcasts We’d love it if you could take a few minutes to fill out this survey to let us know how we can bring you the best possible content: forms.gle/JcKHf9DHTZnYUmQr6 Interested in being on the Rebel Educator podcast? Fill out this form and we'll reach out to you if we think you'd be a great fit for an upcoming episode. https://forms.gle/CZJXLQDdevPh22ZN7 Want to learn more about opening your own UP Academy? Check out the Rebel Educator Accelerator: www.rebeleducator.com/courses/the-accelerator MORE ABOUT THE REBEL
S5 E123 · Tue, December 17, 2024
123: Rebuilding Education, Increasing Learner Agency, and Solving Real World Problems Using AI with Serj Hunt
What if education could be a launchpad for innovation instead of a standardized assembly line? Join us as Serj Hunt, Founder of City as a School, dismantles traditional learning models and reveals a radical approach to preparing young people for a complex, rapidly changing world. From AI-powered learning to real-world problem-solving, this conversation challenges everything you thought you knew about education. IN THIS EPISODE, WE DISCUSS: Learner agency and how we can empowering students to navigate uncertainty and take initiative. Why education must evolve beyond traditional testing and grades and how we can make it happen How solving real-world problems helps students learn and educators measure success The incredible role AI plays as a tool for student learning and growth. RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Connect with Serj on X and LinkedIn Visit www.cityasaschool.com Build a private workspace of AI agents using chipp.ai Read Serj's Article "Beyond Standardised Tests — New Goals in Education: Learner Agency supported by AI pedagogy" Learn more about the Rebel Project Literacy Curriculum, a fully integrated literacy and project based learning curriculum, at projectup.us or inkwire.co/rplc Get your copy of Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Impact and Imagination Meet Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library . Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment. Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on LinkedIn , Facebook , and Instagram and learn more about her journey here . GUEST BIO: Serj Hunt is the Founder of City as a School, which is airbnb for learning + AI copilots for 16-25 year olds to build their dream career. He's also Co-founder of Chipp, the easiest way to build share and sell AI assistants. Serj's approach to educ
S5 E122 · Tue, December 10, 2024
122: Navigating AI's Role in Modern Education with Brett Roer
Step into the exciting world of AI in education with an inspiring conversation that breaks down barriers and reimagines learning for the digital age. Join us as my guest and I, Brett Roer, explore how students and educators are navigating the complex landscape of artificial intelligence, turning potential fears into powerful learning opportunities. From innovative classroom applications to personalized learning experiences, this episode explores how AI can be a bridge to more engaging, individualized, and empowering education. Don't miss this eye-opening conversation that will challenge your perception of AI in education and inspire hope for a more innovative, inclusive learning future. Whether you're an educator, parent, student, or technology enthusiast, this episode offers incredible insights into the potential of artificial intelligence to transform how we learn, teach, and grow. IN THIS EPISODE, WE DISCUSS: How high school students are developing nuanced, responsible approaches to AI use in education, challenging existing fears and demonstrating remarkable insights into ethical technology integration Groundbreaking AI tools that can create personalized learning experiences, adapting content to individual student passions, learning levels, and career goals in real-time Practical, low-risk strategies for educators to start embracing AI, from creating collaborative assignments to using generative tools for community building and creative expression RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Connect with Brett on LinkedIn Learn more about the Rebel Project Literacy Curriculum, a fully integrated literacy and project based learning curriculum, at projectup.us or inkwire.co/rplc Get your copy of Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Impact and Imagination Meet Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library . Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment. Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on LinkedIn , Facebook , and Instagram and learn more about her journey here . GUEST BIO: Brett Roer, the Ohio Regional Director for The AI Education Project (aiEDU), advocates passio
S5 E121 · Tue, December 03, 2024
121: Using the Leader's Algorithm to Transform School Expectations and Outcomes with Pablo Muñoz
When educational leaders challenge the status quo, remarkable things happen. Pablo Muñoz has dedicated his career to proving this truth in some of New Jersey's most underserved school districts. From implementing innovative learning strategies to writing "The Leader's Algorithm," Muñoz demonstrates how thoughtful leadership can unlock extraordinary student potential. IN THIS EPISODE, WE DISCUSS: Strategies for creating competitive school districts in communities with high poverty rates The power of challenging students with rigorous academic expectations Insights from his new book "The Leader's Algorithm" Personal stories of educational transformation A unique perspective on equity, access, and opportunity in public education RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Connect with Pablo on LinkedIn or send him an email at pablo@themunozcompany.com Visit themunozcompany.com to learn more about Pablo’s work and services Get your copy of The Leader's Algorithm: How a Personal Theory of Action Transforms Your Life, Work, and Relationships Learn more about the Rebel Project Literacy Curriculum, a fully integrated literacy and project based learning curriculum, at projectup.us or inkwire.co/rplc Get your copy of Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Impact and Imagination Meet Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library . Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment. Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on LinkedIn , Facebook , and Instagram and learn more about her journey here . GUEST BIO: Pablo Muñoz is the Managing Director of Muñoz & Company, an educational and leadership consulting organization. He has 30 years of public education experience as a teacher and administrator and was a superintendent of schools for 16 years. Pablo was recognized as the 2008 Union County School Superintendent of the Year by the Gateway Regional Chamber of Commerce in New Je
S5 E120 · Tue, November 26, 2024
120: Project UP! Young Changemakers Share Their Insights on the Importance of Literary Freedom
In this exciting episode, you’ll get an inside look at Up Academy's innovative Project-Based Learning approach through the Rebel Project Literacy Curriculum! You’ll hear: How students from 2nd to 5th grade delved into the complex world of banned and challenged books. Student voices sharing their unfiltered perspectives on literary freedom and social issues. These young learners discuss books like Harry Potter, Malala's Magic Pencil, and The Lorax, demonstrating remarkable critical thinking about environmental awareness, cultural inclusion, and equal rights. This episode offers a unique glimpse into how the Rebel Project Literacy Curriculum integrates project-based learning, social and emotional learning, interdisciplinary content, and a modular design to foster student engagement, self-reflection, and personalized learning. RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Learn more about the Rebel Project Literacy Curriculum, a fully integrated literacy and project based learning curriculum, at projectup.us or inkwire.co/rplc Get your copy of Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Impact and Imagination Meet Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library . Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment. Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on LinkedIn , Facebook , and Instagram and learn more about her journey here . Enjoying the show? Leave us a rating and review and help more people find us! bit.ly/RebelEducatorApplePodcasts We’d love it if you could take a few minutes to fill out this survey to let us know how we can bring you the best possible content: forms.gle/JcKHf9DHTZnYUmQr6 Interested in being on the Rebel Educator podcast? Fill out this form and we'll reach out to you if we think you'd be a great fit for an upcoming episode. https://forms.gle/CZJXLQDdevPh22ZN7 Want to learn more about opening your own UP Academy? Check out the Rebel Educator Accelerator: www.rebeleducator.com/courses/the-acceler
S5 E119 · Tue, November 19, 2024
119: Kids Need Less Help Than We Think
Could doing less for our kids actually help them more? In this episode, you'll learn: What "lighthouse parenting" is and how it differs from helicopter and snowplow parenting. Why letting children struggle, face natural consequences, and solve their own problems is crucial for their development How being a steady beacon of light, rather than a controlling force, can help build more confident, capable, and resilient kids If you're a parent or educator ready to step back and light the way instead of paving it, this episode is for you! Tune in to discover how sometimes the best thing we can do for our children is nothing at all. RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Learn more about the Rebel Project Literacy Curriculum, a fully integrated literacy and project based learning curriculum, at projectup.us or inkwire.co/rplc Get your copy of Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Impact and Imagination Meet Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library . Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment. Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on LinkedIn , Facebook , and Instagram and learn more about her journey here . Enjoying the show? Leave us a rating and review and help more people find us! bit.ly/RebelEducatorApplePodcasts We’d love it if you could take a few minutes to fill out this survey to let us know how we can bring you the best possible content: forms.gle/JcKHf9DHTZnYUmQr6 Interested in being on the Rebel Educator podcast? Fill out this form and we'll reach out to you if we think you'd be a great fit for an upcoming episode. https://forms.gle/CZJXLQDdevPh22ZN7 Want to learn more about opening your own UP Academy? Check out the Rebel Educator Accelerator: www.rebeleducator.com/courses/the-accelerator MORE ABOUT THE REBEL EDUCATOR PODCAST: In each episode of the Rebel Educator podcast, I deconstruct world-class educators, students, and t
S5 E118 · Tue, November 12, 2024
118: Standardized Testing and the Changing Landscape of College Admissions with Shahar Link
What does an SAT score really tell us about intelligence? Tune in for a fascinating discussion about the evolution of standardized testing, its role in modern education, and why MIT recently reversed course on test-optional admissions. Our guest this week, Shahar Link, CEO and founder of Mindspire Tutoring and Test Prep, brings both personal experience and historical perspective to this timely conversation. IN THIS EPISODE, WE DISCUSS: The evolution of standardized testing and its role in modern education Current trends in test-optional admissions and why some universities are returning to requiring tests How test scores relate to diversity and opportunity in higher education The real relationship between test scores, intelligence, and academic success RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Learn more about Mindspire or send them an email at info@mindspireprep.com Get your copy of Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Impact and Imagination Meet Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library . Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment. Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on LinkedIn , Facebook , and Instagram and learn more about her journey here . GUEST BIO: Shahar Link, the CEO and founder of Mindspire Tutoring and Test Prep, has been at the forefront of the test preparation and academic excellence arena for over a decade. With a career spanning 25 years, Shahar has honed his expertise in high school teaching and tutoring standardized tests, including the SAT and ACT. Holding a Master's degree in History from Stanford University, where he delved into the history of IQ testing, Shahar founded Mindspire driven by the deep reward in empowering students to exceed their own expectations and achieve remarkable success in even the most formidable academic and mental endeavors. Shahar's exceptional contributions have not gone unnoticed. He has been featured as a quoted expert in the renowned US News & World Report and has been invited as a keynote speaker at numerous educational institutions, captivating audiences with his innovative approaches to learning. Through Mindspire Tutoring and Test Prep
S5 E117 · Tue, November 05, 2024
117: Breaking Free from the "Sage on the Stage" and Increasing Student Agency
Giving up control in a classroom or at home can feel messy and uncomfortable, but it's essential for children's growth and independence. In this episode, I share how innovative educators and parents are reimagining their approach to teaching and raising confident decision-makers. Through real stories and practical examples, you'll discover simple yet powerful tools to help young learners build agency, reduce anxiety, and take ownership of their learning journey. IN THIS EPISODE, WE DISCUSS: Moving from "sage on stage" to learning facilitator in order to better guide students Practical examples for creating systems for independence that build student autonomy while maintaining structure How offering controlled options rather than direct commands helps develop decision-making skills and reduces anxiety RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Learn more about the Rebel Project Literacy Curriculum, a fully integrated literacy and project based learning curriculum, at projectup.us or inkwire.co/rplc Get your copy of Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Impact and Imagination Meet Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library . Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment. Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on LinkedIn , Facebook , and Instagram and learn more about her journey here . Enjoying the show? Leave us a rating and review and help more people find us! bit.ly/RebelEducatorApplePodcasts We’d love it if you could take a few minutes to fill out this survey to let us know how we can bring you the best possible content: forms.gle/JcKHf9DHTZnYUmQr6 Interested in being on the Rebel Educator podcast? Fill out this form and we'll reach out to you if we think you'd be a great fit for an upcoming episode. https://forms.gle/CZJXLQDdevPh22ZN7 Want to learn more about opening your own UP Academy? Check out the Rebel Educator Accelerator: www.rebeleducator.com/courses/the-acce
S5 E116 · Tue, October 29, 2024
116: Reimagining the Role of the Teacher and Making Space for Student-Centered Learning with Kyle Wagner
What happens when you walk into a classroom and can't find the teacher? For Kyle Wagner, this moment sparked a fundamental shift in his understanding of what learning could look like. In this episode, Kyle shares powerful examples of schools that have transformed from traditional teaching models to student-centered environments - including one that went from requiring SWAT team interventions to becoming a place where students eagerly showcase their learning. Drawing from his experience working with schools worldwide, Kyle offers practical steps for teachers looking to make this shift, emphasizing that meaningful change can start with small adjustments rather than complete classroom overhauls. IN THIS EPISODE, WE DISCUSS: Powerful examples of schools that have transformed from traditional teaching models to student-centered environments How one school went from requiring SWAT team interventions to becoming a place where students eagerly showcase their learning Practical steps for teachers to make small shifts towards more student-centered learning experiences The importance of empowering both students and teachers with agency in the learning process Examples of how departments and teachers can work collaboratively to identify and implement shifts to student-centered learning Kyle's advice for education leaders on including teachers in the design of school transformation visions RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Get you copy of Kyle’s newest book Where Is the Teacher?: The 12 Shifts for Student-Centered Environments Connect with Kyle on X and LinkedIn or send him an email at kylewagner@transformschool.com Visit www.transformschool.com to learn more about Kyle’s work and check out his podcast Get your copy of Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Impact and Imagination Meet Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library . Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment. Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on LinkedIn , Facebook , and <a href="https://www.instagram.c
S5 E115 · Tue, October 22, 2024
115: Small Schools, Big Impact: Why Size Matters in Education
Welcome to another solo episode of Rebel Educator! As I continue to navigate these solo episodes, I’m excited to dive more into the advantages of small schools. At Up Academy, we are intentionally small, and I believe that small schools offer an ideal environment for student development, both academically and emotionally. Join me as I explore why smaller can be better when it comes to education. IN THIS EPISODE, WE DISCUSS: How small class sizes strengthen student-teacher relationships and enhance social-emotional learning. The "myth of bigness" and why smaller schools can better support individual student needs. Why alternative education models are thriving RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Learn more about the Rebel Project Literacy Curriculum, a fully integrated literacy and project based learning curriculum, at projectup.us or inkwire.co/rplc Get your copy of Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Impact and Imagination Meet Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library . Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment. Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on LinkedIn , Facebook , and Instagram and learn more about her journey here . Enjoying the show? Leave us a rating and review and help more people find us! bit.ly/RebelEducatorApplePodcasts We’d love it if you could take a few minutes to fill out this survey to let us know how we can bring you the best possible content: forms.gle/JcKHf9DHTZnYUmQr6 Interested in being on the Rebel Educator podcast? Fill out this form and we'll reach out to you if we think you'd be a great fit for an upcoming episode. https://forms.gle/CZJXLQDdevPh22ZN7 Want to learn more about opening your own UP Academy? Check out the Rebel Educator Accelerator: www.rebeleducator.com/courses/the-accelerator MORE ABOUT THE REBEL EDUCATOR PODCAST: In each episode of the Rebel Educator podcast, I
S5 E114 · Tue, October 15, 2024
114: Expeditionary Learning and the Small School Advantage with Stuart Grauer
Discover the power of small schools with Stuart Grauer, a visionary educator challenging the "bigger is better" mentality in education. Learn how connecting students to their local environment and fostering genuine human connections can revolutionize learning outcomes. From expeditionary education to naturalist leadership principles, Stuart shares insights from his 50-year journey that will inspire you to reimagine education. IN THIS EPISODE, WE DISCUSS: The principles and values that guided the founding of the Grauer School in 1991 The importance of expeditionary education and connecting learning with the local environment The benefits of small schools, including safety, teacher retention, and student connectedness Challenges facing small schools and the need for better metrics beyond standardized testing Stuart's upcoming book on naturalist principles for school leadership RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: The beta reviews to The Way to Pancho’s Kitchen are stunning, there has never been a book like this, and there’s a “previewer” list for the book launch. Sign up for the launch here: https://thewaytopanchoskitchen.com/ Connect with Stuart on Facebook and LinkedIn Follow The Small Schools Coalition on Facebook Check out the Grauer School on Facebook Email Stuart at stuart@grauerschool.com Get your copy of Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Impact and Imagination Meet Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library . Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment. Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on LinkedIn , Facebook , and Instagram and learn more about her journey here . GUEST BIO: Stuart Grauer, Ed.D., is the Founding Head of School Emeritus of The Grauer School (founded 1991 in Encinitas, California) and is considered one of the nation’s top authorities on small schools and expeditionary education. He found
S5 E113 · Tue, October 08, 2024
113: Stepping Back and Allowing Learners to Experience Productive Struggle
Are you unknowingly holding your learners back from reaching their full potential? In this solo episode, we’re discussing the benefits "productive struggle" and why allowing children to face challenges is crucial for their growth and success. Tune in and discover how embracing difficulty can supercharge brain development, build confidence, and prepare young minds for real-world triumphs! IN THIS EPISODE, WE DISCUSS: The importance of productive struggle in learning and personal growth. How challenges build resilience and self-confidence in students. The role of educators and parents in fostering this independence. Why productive struggle doesn’t work work in digital spaces. RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Learn more about the Rebel Project Literacy Curriculum, a fully integrated literacy and project based learning curriculum, at projectup.us or inkwire.co/rplc Get your copy of Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Impact and Imagination Meet Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library . Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment. Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on LinkedIn , Facebook , and Instagram and learn more about her journey here . Enjoying the show? Leave us a rating and review and help more people find us! bit.ly/RebelEducatorApplePodcasts We’d love it if you could take a few minutes to fill out this survey to let us know how we can bring you the best possible content: forms.gle/JcKHf9DHTZnYUmQr6 Interested in being on the Rebel Educator podcast? Fill out this form and we'll reach out to you if we think you'd be a great fit for an upcoming episode. https://forms.gle/CZJXLQDdevPh22ZN7 Want to learn more about opening your own UP Academy? Check out the Rebel Educator Accelerator: www.rebeleducator.com/courses/the-accelerator MORE ABOUT THE REBEL EDUCATOR PODCAST: In each episode of the Re
S5 E112 · Mon, September 30, 2024
112: Creating Literacy Programs That Connect Communities with Janet Wile
In this episode, we sit down with Janet Wile, Supervisor of Library Services for Central Unified School District in Fresno, California. Janet’s journey has taken her from history teacher to passionate advocate for school libraries and literacy programs. IN THIS EPISODE, WE DISCUSS: Janet's innovative programs that get students excited about reading The challenges of encouraging literacy in a "book desert” Partnering with Reading is Fundamental (RIF) and its effect on students The importance of creating welcoming, inclusive library spaces The role of school libraries in providing safe spaces for students Janet offers us her incredible insights into building community connections through literacy and the power of putting books directly into students' hands. Her work highlights the transformative impact of innovative library programs on entire school communities. GUEST BIO: Janet Wile is the Supervisor of Library Services for Central Unified School District located in Fresno, CA. She was the Teacher Librarian at Central East High School for thirteen years where she created long lasting programs, Athletes as Readers and Leaders (now in its 15th year), Slammin’ in Your Library (now in its 18th year) and was well regarded for her collaborative lessons in all subject areas. In 2014 Janet moved to the district office to oversee twenty two school libraries as well as Instructional Materials. Janet was fortunate to be a participant in the Lilead Fellows Program, an intensive professional development program which brought together district library supervisors from all over the country to equip and empower them to be effective leaders for change in their districts. Her work in Lilead altered her advocacy including the role of Teacher Librarians in her district as well as expanded library hours for all sites. Janet is also an instructor in the Teacher Librarian Credential Program at Fresno Pacific University, and well as a member of the California Recommended Literature List Committee. Janet served for five years on the California Young Reader Medal Committee and then served as Co-Administrator of the committee for five years. Janet lives with her two beloved dogs and according to her co-workers, has more library t-shirts than anyone else they know. RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Send Janet and email at jwile@centralunified.com Learn more about the Rebel Project Literacy Curriculum, a fully integrated literacy and project based learning curriculum, at projectup.us or inkwire.co/rplc Get your copy of Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Impact and Imagination Meet Le
S5 E111 · Mon, September 23, 2024
111: The Science of Reading with Shannon Betts & Mary Saghafi
Ever feel like you're swimming against the tide when it comes to teaching kids to read? You're not alone! In this enlightening episode of the Rebel Educator podcast, we welcome seasoned educators Shannon Betts & Mary Saghafi, hosts of the Reading Teachers Lounge podcast. With over two decades of combined experience in various educational settings, from traditional classrooms to specialized reading instruction, they've seen it all – and they're not afraid to ruffle a few feathers to get kids reading. IN THIS EPISODE, WE DISCUSS: The shift towards science of reading methodologies and its impact on classroom practices Common misconceptions in literacy instruction and how to overcome them Strategies for advocating for struggling readers within school systems The importance of data-driven decision making in addressing students' needs Practical advice for teachers navigating conflicts and improving their instructional practices Shannon and Mary offer practical advice on meeting kids where they are, ditching one-size-fits-all approaches, and why those foundational skills are just so important. Their discussion highlights the challenges and rewards of being a "rebel educator" who prioritizes student needs over outdated practices. Whether you're a teacher feeling stuck, an administrator looking for fresh ideas, or a parent trying to make sense of it all, this episode is for you! Tune in and get ready to revolutionize the way you think about teaching reading! GUEST BIO: The Reading Teachers Lounge is a podcast and professional learning community of literacy teachers searching for the best resources and research-backed practices to reach their learners. Cohosts Shannon and Mary bring an honest and experienced point of view to the topics they share. Listen. Learn. And immediately add to your bag of teaching tricks. Find what works for YOUR students with us in the Reading Teachers Lounge . RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Connect with Shannon and Mary on Facebook and Instagram Learn more about the Rebel Project Literacy Curriculum, a fully integrated literacy and project based learning curriculum, at projectup.us or inkwire.co/rplc Get your copy of Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Impact and Imagination Meet Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library . Visit us at <a href="ht
Bonus · Fri, September 20, 2024
Welcome to Season 5!
Welcome to Season 5 Rebel Educators! We’ve got a fresh new look, new sound, AND a new release day! Starting next week, catch new Rebel Educator episodes every Monday and start your week with inspiration and innovative ideas for your classrooms. Plus, we’re adding more solo episodes alongside our guest interviews to keep digging deeper into the big questions in education. What started with one spontaneous chat has now grown into over 100 incredible conversations and has evolved beyond anything we could have imagined. We’re so excited to continue challenging the status quo, exploring innovation, and preparing students for a rapidly changing future. A huge thank you to all of our listeners for being with us on this incredible journey, we couldn’t have done it without you all! Visit projectup.us to join the education revolution and open your own UP Academy Get your copy of Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Impact and Imagination Meet Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on LinkedIn , Facebook , and Instagram and learn more about her journey here
Bonus · Fri, August 30, 2024
Data-driven coaching and purposeful walkthroughs with Dr. Mat Barnett
In this episode, we hear from Dr. Mat Barnett, Director of TK-12 Programs for Beaumont Unified School District (CA). Mat began his career as a teacher in Anaheim, CA, and also held roles including junior high principal and director of education services in the Fullerton School District. Mat describes his interesting journey to the education field, his approach to coaching and professional development, fostering student ownership of learning, and more. Hear about: Professional learning focused on the entire classroom experience Helping teachers focus on the things that are most valuable How Classroom Mosaic enables data-driven coaching in the district Clear communication around the purpose of walkthroughs Feedback from administrators and teachers about purposeful shifts in coaching Techniques to improve relationships between coaches and teachers “You have to have that implementation-level data collecting tool.” Why this is critical for districts and how a tool like Classroom Mosaic supports educators. About today’s host Tanya Sheckley is the Founder and President of UP Academy, a progressive elementary lab school in San Mateo, California. UP Academy is reinventing education by customizing learning for each student, integrating project-based learning throughout its curriculum, and supporting students with disabilities to attend alongside able-bodied students in mixed-age classrooms. Tanya hosts the Rebel Educator podcast, speaks across the country on the future of education, and leads professional development programs for school administrators and educators. Listen to Rebel Educator here: https://re.bepodcast.network/ About Classroom Mosaic: Classroom Mosaic helps K-12 leaders support, develop, and retain their teachers. For over a decade, the company has worked with educators worldwide from districts large (100k students) and small (150 students) to transform instructional practice, guide professional development, and impact student learning. Every student deserves a great education. And a great education starts with great teachers supported by great leaders. Learn more: classroommosaic.com twitter.com/ClassroomMosaic linkedin.com/company/classroommosaic/ We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do
S4 E110 · Fri, August 16, 2024
110: Foresight as a Tool for Building Resilience and Thriving in Disruption with Roger Spitz
In a world filled with unpredictability, how do we equip students with the tools they need to make decisions? Our guest, Roger Spitz, shares his insights on the role of strategic foresight and how embracing complexity and uncertainty can revolutionize education, empowering students and educators to thrive in an ever-changing world. IN THIS EPISODE, WE DISCUSS: The unpredictability and nonlinear nature of the world and how traditional education is inadequate for teaching students how to adapt and thrive in this world The importance of understanding the unpredictability of the world and the need to move beyond traditional, predictable models of thinking The role of education in fostering critical thinking, challenging assumptions, and embracing uncertainty to empower individuals with agency and adaptability. RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Connect with Roger on LinkedIn , Instagram , X , Facebook , and YouTube Purchase Roger's latest book: " Disrupt With Impact: Achieve Business Success in an Unpredictable World " Learn more about the Disruptive Futures Institute , a Think Tank based in San Francisco offering education, research, and thought leadership on adapting to our increasingly complex and uncertain world. Visit www.techistential.ai to learn more about the global foresight practice Get your copy of Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Impact and Imagination Meet Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library . Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment. Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on LinkedIn , Facebook , and Instagram and learn more about her journey here . Guest Bio: Roger Spitz (B.Sc. Econ, M.Sc., FCA, APF) is an international bestselling author, President of Techistential (Climate & Foresight Strategy), and Chair of the Disruptive Futures Institute in San Francisco. Currently writing his fifth book, Spitz has given hundreds of keynotes globally, frequently contrib
S4 E109 · Fri, July 26, 2024
109: Whole-Child Health and Nutrition with Jill Castle
Jill Castle is the author of the book, Kids Thrive at Every Size (Workman 2024) and one of the nation’s premier childhood nutrition experts. Known for her ability to blend current research, practical application, and common sense, Jill believes that children can thrive at every size. With her paradigm-shifting, whole-child approach, she inspires parents, healthcare professionals, and organizations that serve children and families to think differently about young people’s health and wellbeing. A sought-after speaker, advisor, and media contributor, Jill has inspired a range of audiences with her up-to-date, practical insights on childhood nutrition. She serves as an expert reviewer for Parents.com, has been featured as a guest expert in CNN, The Washington Post, The New York Times, Forbes, Newsweek, Time, and many other outlets, and has consulted with schools and organizations including Oatly, Brainiac, Once Upon a Farm, and Melissa & Doug. Jill is the founder and CEO of The Nourished Child®, a nutrition education website and podcast for parents. She is the author of books including Eat Like a Champion, Try New Food, The Smart Mom’s Guide to Starting Solids, The Smart Mom’s Guide to Healthy Snacking, and co-author of Fearless Feeding. Jill is the mother of four adult-ish children and lives in Massachusetts with her husband. Tune in for this impactful discussion about the effect of societal biases on children's health and the importance of a whole-child approach to health and nutrition. IN THIS EPISODE, WE DISCUSS: The impact of societal biases on children's health and how these assumptions can be harmful and discriminatory The importance of looking at the overall well-being of children rather than focusing solely on weight or appearance How parents, healthcare professionals, and schools can better support children's health Practical strategies for a balanced approach to childhood nutrition and health that helps children thrive at every size RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Pre-order your copy of Jill’s upcoming book Kids Thrive at Every Size Connect with Jill on Instagram , Facebook , and LinkedIn . Visit www.thenourishedhild.com and www.jillcastle.com to learn more about Jill and her work Contact Jill about speaking and training for schools Get your copy of <a href="http://amzn.to/3Ac
S4 E108 · Fri, July 12, 2024
108: Futures Thinking with Dr. Peter Bishop
Dr. Peter Bishop is the Founder and Executive Director of Teach the Future, an organization whose mission is to encourage and support educators who want to include futures thinking in their classes and schools at all levels around the world. In 2013, Dr. Bishop retired as a Professor Emeritus of Strategic Foresight and Director of the graduate program in Foresight at the University of Houston. He has published two books on Strategic Foresight: Thinking about the Future: Guidelines for Strategic Foresight (2007) and Teaching about the Future: The Basics of Foresight Education (2012), both with co-author Andy Hines. Dr. Bishop is a founding Board member and former Chair of the Membership Committee for the Association of Professional Futurists. Join us for this exciting conversation about future’s thinking, what is it is, and how students at all levels can benefit from studying it. IN THIS EPISODE, WE DISCUSS: How Dr. Bishop first learned about future’s thinking in 1975 The importance and benefits of studying futures Why we need to incorporate future thinking at all grade levels Resources that Teach the Future provides to help support educators who want to bring future’s thinking to their classrooms RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Connect with Dr. Bishop on Facebook , Instagram , and LinkedIn or send him an email at peter@teachthefuture.org Visit www.teachthefuture.org to learn more about their work to promote “futures literacy” Dr. Bishop’s books: Thinking about the Future: Guidelines for Strategic Foresight and Teaching about the Future: The Basics of Foresight Education Get your copy of Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Impact and Imagination Meet Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library . Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and i
S4 E107 · Fri, June 28, 2024
107: Money Management for Teachers with Shaun Morgan
Shaun Morgan is a full-time teacher, personal financial coach for teachers, and podcaster at the Teacher Money Show. He has written about personal finance since 2020, and has hosted virtual summits for teachers to get control of their finances. He does this because he has a deep passion for helping teachers move from a poverty-fixed mindset to a wealthy-growth mindset. Having struggled to provide for a family on a one teacher salary, Shaun has seen or made all the money mistakes in the book, but that only motivates him to help other educators overcome their financial struggles, understand their financial superpowers, and be successful. His goal is to help every teacher have a richer wallet, classroom, and life. Tune in for this insightful episode about the strategies that teachers can use to achieve financial stability and success! IN THIS EPISODE, WE DISCUSS: The long-standing issue of teacher pay and how it has worsened over the years The importance of shifting from a poverty mindset to one where you can achieve financial well-being Practical steps for teachers to manage their finances and the 3 places where they can make the most significant changes The financial superpowers that teachers have that give them a special advantage RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Connect with Shaun on Instagram and TikTok @teachermoneyshow Send Shaun an email at shaun@teachermoneyshow.com Visit teachermoneyshow.com to get more money management tips Want to be a guest on the Teacher Money Show? Visit teachermoneyshow.com/guest Get your copy of Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Impact and Imagination Meet Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library . Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment. Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on LinkedIn , Facebook , and Instagram and learn more about her journey here . Enjoying the show? Leave us a rating and review and help more people find us! bit.ly/RebelEducatorApplePodcasts We’d love it if you could take a few minutes to fill o
S4 E106 · Fri, June 14, 2024
106: Transforming Classrooms with S.E.L, A.I., and Experiential Learning with Dr. Michelle Ament
Dr. Michelle Ament is a dynamic educational leader committed to equipping learners with human-centered skills for career readiness through experiential learning. With 27 years of experience, she transforms K-12 education through cutting-edge learning experiences, fostering academic achievement and social-emotional growth. Driven by a passion for equity, she empowers educators with innovative approaches to provide all students with authentic and relevant learning opportunities. Emphasizing social-emotional learning (SEL), she cultivates inclusive classrooms that foster critical thinking, problem-solving, creativity, and teamwork. Dr. Ament's forward-thinking approach prepares students for success in an ever-changing world, ensuring they acquire the essential skills to thrive in their careers and beyond. Dr. Ament’s dynamic and engaging speaking style captivates audiences and equips them with practical takeaways to implement in their classrooms. Experience includes presenting at over 15 national and regional education conferences and delivering an engaging TEDx talk. As the lead facilitator for ProSolve workshops, she has received resounding praise from educators who consistently laud the workshop's ability to reignite their passion for teaching and learning. Tune in for this fascinating discussion about experiential learning, SEL approaches, and the innovative role of AI in modern education. IN THIS EPISODE, WE DISCUSS: Michelle’s journey from classroom teacher to an educational leader designing critical experiential learning for students What experiential learning looks like in the classroom and why is works so well SEL approaches and why some are simply not working Embracing AI to support educators and develop student’s human-centered skills RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Connect with Michelle LinkedIn and X Send Michelle an email at mament@prosolve.com Visit prosolve.com to learn more about their experiential approach to learning Get your copy of Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Impact and Imagination Meet Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library . Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment. Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on Link
S4 E105 · Fri, May 31, 2024
105: The Socratic Experience with Michael Strong
Michael Strong is the most experienced developer of innovative educational programs in the US and the Founder of The Socratic Experience, an online school based on Socratic dialogue that emphasizes personalized and purpose-driven education for students in grades 3-12. His remarkable career in education spans over three decades, and includes creating many high-performance school programs that promote critical thinking, creativity, and entrepreneurship in students across the country. Some of Michael's notable projects include a public school program in which minority female students gained four years' worth of critical thinking gains in four months (on the Watson-Glaser) and Moreno Valley High School, a Paideia charter high school, which was ranked the 36th-best US public high school by Newsweek. He also created The Winston Academy, where middle school students passed Advanced Placement (AP) exams, making it the most academically advanced school in the US at the time. Thousands of his students have been admitted to top universities, including Harvard, Stanford, Georgetown, and many other post-secondary institutions. Michael's impact on education extends beyond the classroom, as he is also the author of The Habit of Thought: From Socratic Seminars to Socratic Practice and Be the Solution: How Entrepreneurs and Conscious Capitalists Can Solve All the World's Problems, which includes a foreword by John Mackey, the Co-Founder and former CEO of Whole Foods Market, with whom he has collaborated on initiatives related to conscious capitalism and entrepreneurship. He has spoken at Harvard, Columbia, Dartmouth, Cornell, the University of Chicago, and dozens of other universities, and his work has been featured in academic journals (The Journal of Business Ethics, Economic Affairs, Critical Review, etc.), specialty publications (Microfinance Insights, Policy Innovations, Carnegie Ethics, etc.), and popular media (The New York Times, Bloomberg, The Huffington Post, RealClearPolitics, Barron's, etc.). Tune in to learn more about the Michael’s approach to education including personalized learning paths, entrepreneurial projects, and how it caters to students' diverse needs and interests. IN THIS EPISODE, WE DISCUSS: Michael’s journey from traditional brick-and-mortar schools to founding a virtual school during the COVID-19 pandemic, emphasizing the effectiveness of Socratic dialogue online. An in-depth look at the school's daily schedule, including two-hour blocks dedicated to humanities and STEM, self-paced math, and elective courses in digital and soft skills. The importance of tailoring education to each student’s strengths, interests, and abilities, with examples of how the school supports diverse learners, including those with learning differences. The school's pragmatic approach to assessments, inc
Bonus · Mon, May 27, 2024
Replay: Middle School Matters with Andrew Ravin and Denise Daniels
Andrew Ravin is the Founder and Head of School at Workshop Middle School. For nearly 25 years, he’s worked as a social worker, classroom teacher, instructional coach, and school leader. Andrew is an award-winning educator, mentor, and researcher. Most recently, he was named one of the Top 100 Innovators in American Education. Andrew founded Workshop Middle School to be the change he believes in. A movement of small, innovative, and progressive schools that can change the world. What else does he believe in? His family. Hard work. Bicycles. Poetry. And honest conversations about things that matter. Denise Daniels is Co-Founder and Director of Learning at Workshop Middle School. She has more than 22 years of experience in education as a teacher, staff developer, curriculum designer, instructional coach, and school leader. She received a BA from The City College of New York and a Masters of Science in Teaching from Fordham University. Denise is an award-winning educator, speaker, and international trainer that is continuously inspired by the wonder of learning. Denise is an avid reader, an aspiring martial artist and a huge game night fan. Join us for this insightful conversation about the history of middle school, why middle school matters, and what changes we can make to help students move from surviving to thriving during these crucial years. In this episode, we cover: Why only investing in early childhood education is building a bridge to nowhere Shifting from surviving to thriving in the middle school years The history of middle schools and what doesn’t work Creating diverse classrooms Education being more than what exists right now Making small changes to support adolescent learning needs Helping parents understand the benefits of alternative learning options Resources and links mentioned in this episode: Visit Workshop Middle School to learn more about the work they are doing Get your copy of Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Impact and Imagination Meet Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on Facebook , and Instagram and learn more about her journey here Follow Rebel Educator on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/reb
S4 E104 · Fri, May 24, 2024
104: Adventures in Podcasting with Josh Reppun
Former chef, hotel manager and history teacher, Josh Reppun is the founder of Plexus Education, LLC, dba as Most Likely to Succeed in Hawai’i, a “movement” founded by extraordinary people dedicated to developing global public, private and charter school conversations around Ted Dintersmith’s film, "Most Likely to Succeed" and his book, "What School Could Be." Josh is also the founder of Josh Reppun Productions. He is the host of the What School Could Be Podcast and the producer of two films: "Ka Helena Aʻo: The Learning Walk" and "The Innovation Playlist," both about creative, imaginative and innovative educators and education leaders. Josh’s podcast, edited by the talented Evan Kurohara, with music by Michael Sloan, has now reached nearly 80,000 downloads in over 100 countries. Join us as we chat about how our podcasts came to be, some of our favorite moments and guests, and how we’re working to take these important conversations even further! IN THIS EPISODE, WE DISCUSS: The reasons for starting our different podcasts and what the experience was like Our most memorable episodes, so far. How we take our podcasts beyond the interviews and out into the real world What we hope for the future of our podcasting journeys RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Connect with Josh of LinkedIn and X Check out the What Schools Could be Podcast Read Josh’s article “The Future Teachers of Hawai'i Club” Most Likely to Succeed in Hawai’i Facebook page Get your copy of Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Impact and Imagination Meet Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library . Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment. Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on LinkedIn , Facebook , and Instagram and learn more about her journey here . Enjoying the show? Leave us a rating and review and help more people find us! bit.ly/RebelEducatorApplePodcasts We’d love it if you c
Bonus · Wed, May 22, 2024
Wayde Sick, North Dakota State CTE Director, On Enhancing Career Exploration with VR/XR Technology (EdTech Startup Showcase)
Today, we’re pleased to share an episode originally recorded for the EdTech Startup Showcase . It’s been my pleasure to host a series of episodes for this show, which spotlights some of the most innovative emerging companies in edtech. In this episode, I’m joined by special guest Wayde Sick, State Director of the North Dakota Department of Career and Technical Education. Wayde was previously Director of Workforce Development for the ND Dept. of Commerce and also worked as a school director. Hear about: Using innovative technology to enhance career exploration Exploring in-demand occupations in rural areas Virtual reality to provide tangible experiences How North Dakota began using CareerView XR statewide. What happens when students are introduced to careers they didn’t know existed Getting employers involved About the EdTech Startup Showcase This BE Podcast Network original series shines a spotlight on the innovative edtech companies working to make a difference for students and educators. Through conversations with the founders and CEOs, partner organizations, and the educators who are using their products in schools today, listeners hear about solutions relevant to their chronic challenges and opportunity-expanding ideas to go into uncharted directions. To subscribe to the series, visit https://etss.bepodcast.network About Be More Colorful Be More Colorful, based in Fargo, North Dakota specializes in immersive technology solutions for solving workforce development problems. Co-founded by husband-and-wife team Matt and Katie Chaussee, the company has been at the forefront of creating immersive media solutions that help people make better decisions about where they choose to live, learn, work and play. Learn more: https://www.bemorecolorful.com https://www.facebook.com/careerviewxr https://www.facebook.com/bemorecolorful https://www.linkedin.com/company/careerviewxr https://www.linkedin.com/company/be-more-colorful https://www.instagram.com/bemorecolorful https://twitter.com/bemorecolorful https://www.tiktok.com/@bemorecolorful We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, languag
Bonus · Mon, May 13, 2024
Aidan Kestigian, Harvard philosophy fellow and ThinkerAnalytix VP, on using AI to improve information literacy and argument formation (EdTech Startup Showcase)
EdTech Startup Showcase: Aidan Kestigian, Harvard philosophy fellow and ThinkerAnalytix VP, on using AI to improve information literacy and argument formation Today, we’re pleased to share an episode originally recorded for the EdTech Startup Showcase . It’s been my pleasure to host a series of episodes for this show, which spotlights some of the most innovative emerging companies in edtech. In this episode, Aidan Kestigian, a visiting fellow in the Department of Philosophy at Harvard University and the Vice President of Operations and Curriculum for ThinkerAnalytix, shares her insights on using AI to help students critically evaluate information and form better arguments. Hear about: Pedagog.ai’s connection to philosophy How AI can have a role in moderating disagreements and creating productive discussion Giving students targeted practice in making an argument Using AI to make content and exercises grade- and skill-appropriate Giving students the tools to critically evaluate what they’re reading and hearing Persuasive arguments in a disagreement About the EdTech Startup Showcase This BE Podcast Network original series shines a spotlight on the innovative edtech companies working to make a difference for students and educators. Through conversations with the founders and CEOs, partner organizations, and the educators who are using their products in schools today, listeners hear about solutions relevant to their chronic challenges and opportunity-expanding ideas to go into uncharted directions. To subscribe to the series, visit https://etss.bepodcast.network About Pedagog.ai Pedagog.ai is focused on supporting educators in adapting to the age of artificial intelligence in education. The company offers a variety of professional development options, including books, online courses, webinars, and in-person workshops, to help teachers learn about the latest advancements in AI and education. Their suite of tools is designed with educators in mind, aiming to enhance curriculum development and workflow efficiency through AI technology. They also provide tools tailored for student use, enabling them to engage in assignments that leverage AI capabilities in a classroom setting. Learn more: http://pedagog.ai https://twitter.com/pedagogycloud https://www.instagram.com/pedagogycloud https://facebook.com/pedagogycloud We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learnin
Bonus · Mon, May 06, 2024
Replay: Asset-Based Learning with Devin Vodicka
Devin Vodicka has spent the past 20 years working towards high quality student outcomes. He has earned multiple prestigious awards in the education field, including 2015 California Superintendent of the Year by both ASCA and Pepperdine University. He is also a nine-time White House honoree in recognition for his achievements and to partner with the U.S. Department of Education’s office of Educational Technology and Digital Promise League of Innovative Schools. Devin's years of experience in the education system have made one thing clear, school must have purpose and relevance. Listen as we discuss how schools can create connectedness with the outside world and why it is imperative to listen to students. He challenges us to review our definition of success and escape the perceived security of our current educational model. In this episode, we discuss: - Why we need an asset-based perspective in schools ⁃ How a different definition of success can change education ⁃ Making progress within a rigid and resistant system ⁃ What can happen when we listen to learner’s on-going input ⁃ Devin’s experience establishing multi-aged, competency-based micro schools ⁃ Some practical advice for parents to help energize their children Resources and links mentioned in this episode: ⁃ Connect with Devin on Twitter , Facebook , Instagram , and LinkedIn ⁃ Learner-Centered Leadership: A Blueprint for Transformational Change in Learning Communities - Get your copy of Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Impact and Imagination Meet - Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library . - Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment. - Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on LinkedIn , Facebook , and Instagram and learn more about her journey here . More about the Rebel Educator podcast: In each episode of the Rebel Educator podcast, I deconstruct world-class educators, students, and thought leaders in educatio
Bonus · Mon, April 29, 2024
Replay: Fearless Inquiry with Will Richardson
A former public school educator of 22 years, Will Richardson has spent the last 15 years developing an international reputation as a leading thinker and writer about the intersection of social online learning networks, education, and systemic change. Most recently, Will is a co-founder of The Big Questions Institute which was created to help educators use "fearless inquiry" to make sense of this complex moment and an uncertain future. Join us as we discuss how to navigate this moment and why we shouldn’t go back to normal. IN THIS EPISODE, WE DISCUSS: Meeting this moment of crisis with fearless inquiry 9 questions schools need to ask to avoid going back to normal How learning can be more student-centered Getting the social experience of college without cost Will’s best memory from elementary school RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Check out The Big Questions Institute and connect with Will on LinkedIn Get your copy of Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Impact and Imagination Meet Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library . Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment. Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on LinkedIn , Facebook , and Instagram and learn more about her journey here . Enjoying the show? Leave us a rating and review and help more people find us! bit.ly/RebelEducatorApplePodcasts We’d love it if you could take a few minutes to fill out this survey to let us know how we can bring you the best possible content: forms.gle/JcKHf9DHTZnYUmQr6 Interested in being on the Rebel Educator podcast? Fill out this form and we'll reach out to you if we think you'd be a great fit for an upcoming episode. https://forms.gle/CZJXLQDdevPh22ZN7 Want to learn more about opening your own UP Academy? Check out the Rebel Educator Accelerator: www.rebeleducator.com/courses/the-accelerator
S4 E103 · Fri, April 26, 2024
103: Purpose-Driven Learning with Ross Wehner
Ross Wehner is a writer, teacher, and social entrepreneur who is the Founder of World Leadership School, which “partners with K12 schools to reimagine learning and create next-generation leaders.” Ross also co-founded the nonprofit TeachUNITED, which works to transform learning at rural schools around the world. Ross is guided by the question: How can K12 school become the ultimate platform for launching students into lives of purpose? Ross began his career by working as a journalist in Chile and Peru in the 1990s. He received a Master’s in Latin American literature and has worked as both a classroom teacher and a wilderness educator at the National Outdoor Leadership School. He has worked alongside executive coach Richard Leider, author of Power of Purpose, on leadership development programs for Fortune 50 executives around the world. He lives in Boulder, Colorado, with his wife and two children. Join us for this uplifting conversation about the evolution of education, increasing student agency, and moving towards purpose-driven education. IN THIS EPISODE, WE DISCUSS: Ross’ experiences as a journalist, classroom teacher, and wilderness educator and how they led him to founding the World Leadership School. Purpose-driven education and it’s place in reimagining education. The major shifts that have occurred in education and what the next step is. The pros and cons of technology and artificial intelligence in modern society, particularly on our youth. World Leadership School and how it’s working with schools to create more purposeful learning opportunities. RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Connect with Ross on LinkedIn or send him an email at ross@worldleadershipschool.com Visit www.worldleadershipschool.com and www.teachunited.org to learn more about Ross and his work Get your copy of Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Impact and Imagination Meet Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library . Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment. Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on LinkedIn , Facebook , and Instagram and learn more about her journey <a href="https
Bonus · Mon, April 22, 2024
Physics and engineering teacher Ted Cuevas on reigniting his passion by empowering all learners (EdTech Startup Showcase)
EdTech Startup Showcase: Physics and engineering teacher Ted Cuevas on reigniting his passion by empowering all learners Today, we’re pleased to share an episode originally recorded for the EdTech Startup Showcase . It’s been my pleasure to host a series of episodes for this show, which spotlights some of the most innovative emerging companies in edtech. Ted Cuevas, a physics and engineering teacher at High Tech High – Chula Vista (California), is the guest in this episode. He was the first teacher to start using Inkwire two years ago, pioneering innovative projects with students and contributing significantly to the shaping of Inkwire's platform with his pedagogical vision around learning and assessment. Hear about: Ted’s transition from mechanical engineering to teaching How Ted, High Tech High, and Inkwire all commit to equity and empowerment Collaborating to design a platform for portfolios and enabling students to communicate about their learning How the past few years have reignited his passion for teaching The purpose and process of assessment Competency-based learning, project-based learning, AI, design, and more About Inkwire In a world in which generative AI has called into question the value of traditional curriculum and assessments, Inkwire is a platform that engages students in real projects and helps them demonstrate their original thinking & skills through portfolios. Learn more: https://inkwire.co About the EdTech Startup Showcase This BE Podcast Network original series shines a spotlight on the innovative edtech companies working to make a difference for students and educators. Through conversations with the founders and CEOs, partner organizations, and the educators who are using their products in schools today, listeners hear about solutions relevant to their chronic challenges and opportunity-expanding ideas to go into uncharted directions. To subscribe to the series, visit https://etss.bepodcast.network We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more: Simplify and streamline technology Save teachers’ time Reliably meet Tier 1 standards Improve student performance on state assessments 🚀 Ready to see why leading districts trust IXL for their educational needs? Visit <s
Bonus · Mon, April 15, 2024
Instructional Specialist Amanda Anthony on Empowering Parents and Differentiating to Meet Learners' Needs (EdTech Startup Showcase)
EdTech Startup Showcase: Instructional specialist Amanda Anthony on empowering parents and differentiating to meet learners' needs Today, we’re pleased to share an episode originally recorded for the EdTech Startup Showcase . It’s been my pleasure to host a series of episodes for this show, which spotlights some of the most innovative emerging companies in EdTech. In this episode, Amanda Anthony, an instructional specialist with Connected Class, discusses her journey in education and shares insights on improving parent engagement, empowering parents to support learning, differentiation, and more. Hear about: Amanda’s journey from music to K-8 education How Connected Class developed organically to meet teachers’ desire for better training Creating a real community between parents and schools Effective strategies for differentiated instruction Meeting students’ diverse needs How to help parents become empowered learning partners Play as a tool for learning About today’s guest Amanda Anthony is a Learning Link Instructional Specialist at Connected Class with over 20 years experience as an educator. She is known for providing invaluable feedback and differentiating instruction. Learn more about Connected Class: www.connectedclass.com https://twitter.com/connectedclass_ https://www.instagram.com/connected_class https://www.linkedin.com/company/connected-class About the EdTech Startup Showcase This BE Podcast Network original series shines a spotlight on the innovative edtech companies working to make a difference for students and educators. Through conversations with the founders and CEOs, partner organizations, and the educators who are using their products in schools today, listeners hear about solutions relevant to their chronic challenges and opportunity-expanding ideas to go into uncharted directions. To subscribe to the series, visit https://etss.bepodcast.network We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more: Simplify and streamline technology Save teachers’ time Reliably meet Tier 1 standards Improve
S4 E102 · Fri, April 12, 2024
102: Clowning for Change with Ash Perrin
Having founded The Flying Seagull Project in 2008, entertainer Ash Perrin has spent the last decade and a half visiting the world's forgotten, pushed out and ignored communities. Ash and The Flying Seagull Project focus on the emotional wellbeing and confidence of children who are enduring situations beyond their control, creating safe and specialized play spaces utilizing music, art, circus, noise and energetic play techniques to alleviate stress, trauma and suffering. They're determined to make sure that every child has a meaningful, happy and emotionally healthy childhood. Ash's approach includes circus, music, art, dance and having a damn good time simply for the sake of finding those forgotten smiles, and ensuring that childhoods are held sacred whoever you are and into whatever body or environment you are born. We believe that play is a respectful, urgent and essential response to crisis situations and must be raised in status from mere frippery to vital provision. Join us for this incredible episode about the about the power and importance of joy, laughter, and mischief making. IN THIS EPISODE, WE DISCUSS: How Ash’s experience with diminished hearing shaped his love for music and entertaining. Ash’s experience in Cambodia that inspired him to start The Flying Seagull Project. How The flying Seagull Project works with children in challenging situations around to world to alleviate stress, trauma, and suffering, The impact clowning can have on children to heal, build confidence, and overcome challenges. Aspects of clowning that could be used in classrooms to bring joy to learning. RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Visit www.theflyingseagullproject.com to learn more about Ash and his work. Connect with Ash and The Flying Seagull Project on LinkedIn , Twitter (X), Instagram , and Facebook Get your copy of Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Impact and Imagination Meet Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library . Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment. Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on LinkedIn , <a href="https:/
Bonus · Mon, April 08, 2024
Replay: Lessons from the Pandemic with Dr. Shira Leibowitz
Dr. Shira Leibowitz is founder and CEO of Discovery Village Childcare Center and Preschool and of REVABILITIES™ Educational Leadership Training Center. She is also a member of the faculty at Northeastern University, teaching and advising doctoral students in education. Prior to opening Discovery Village and REVABIILITIES™, Dr. Leibowitz served for twenty years as a principal of pre-kindergarten through eighth grade schools. She is author of The Coach Approach To School Leadership: Leading Teachers To Higher Levels of Effectiveness and Havens of Hope: Ideas for Redesigning Education From The COVID-19 Pandemic. Join us for this conversation about pushing the boundaries of standardization, learning during the pandemic, and finding the essence of what matters most in your school. IN THIS EPISODE, WE DISCUSS: Shira’s educational journey Pushing the boundaries of standardization through the use of play and self-direction Observations of the social emotional behaviors of young children experiencing school for the first time during the pandemic Finding the essence of what matters most and implementing it Shira’s experience running a school during the pandemic RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Connect with Shira on Facebook , Instagram , Twitter , LinkedIn , and TikTok Join Shira’s Facebook group: Stand Out Educational Leadership: Early Childhood, Microschools, and K-12 Check out Shira’s childcare center and preschool Discovery Village Visit revabilities.com to explore how Shira can help you transform your school Get your copy of Shira’s newest book Havens of Hope: Ideas for Redesigning Education From The COVID-19 Pandemic Get your copy of Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Impact and Imagination Meet Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library . Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment. Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/sheck
Bonus · Mon, April 01, 2024
Replay: Creating Inclusive Classrooms with Daniel Sobel
Daniel Sobel is the founder and CEO of Inclusion Expert and leads a team working with over 10,000 schools, offering training and support to professionals working to make education more inclusive. Daniel is the best selling author of ‘Narrowing the Attainment Gap: A Handbook for Schools’ as well as 'Leading on Pastoral Care' and 'The Inclusive Classroom’. He has worked with regional and national governments, the UN, UNESCO, schools and organizations across the UK and internationally to achieve outstanding inclusion. IN THIS EPISODE, WE DISCUSS: How schools and attitudes towards inclusion have changed over the last 20 years Why we need to ditch labels in order to have a truly inclusive classroom Emotional intelligence as the biggest barrier to creating inclusion schools The culture shift from the sage on the stage to facilitating learning School’s purpose in society, aside from a place of learning Investing in education to create a better and more equitable society RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Find out more about Daniel’s work at Inclusion Expert Narrowing the Attainment Gap: A Handbook for Schools The Inclusive Classroom: A New Approach to Differentiation Leading on Pastoral Care Get your copy of Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Impact and Imagination Meet Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library . Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment. Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on LinkedIn , Facebook , and Instagram and learn more about her journey here . Enjoying the show? Leave us a rating and review and help more people find us! bit.ly/RebelEducatorApplePodcasts We’d love it if you could take a few minutes to fill out this survey to let us know how we can bring you the best possible content: forms.gle/JcKHf9DHTZnYUmQr6 Interested in being on the Rebel Educator podcast? Fill out this form and we'll reach out to you if we think you'd be a gr
S4 E101 · Fri, March 29, 2024
101: Improving Teacher Effectiveness with Mindset Mastery with Gerard Vargas
Gerard Vargas is the co-founder of the Legacy Mastery Academy, an organization that improves student and educator resilience, wellbeing, performance, and school culture through mindset training in predominantly high need areas. With 23 years of experience in education, he has taught high school Biology, coached Math and Science teachers, and has helped lead professional development in reading, brain-based teaching, social and emotional learning, and Next Generation Science Standards preparation for several districts California. He is an adjunct clinical faculty member at Loyola Marymount University, recipient of the prestigious Sigma Xi 2009 teacher of the year award, and has authored several SEL books, curriculum and resources. He's still in the classroom, teaching mindset mastery skills to students with chronic behavioral and academic challenges in high need areas. Join us for this powerful conversation about the crucial role the mindset plays in teacher effectiveness and how we can use it to empower teachers and students alike. IN THIS EPISODE, WE DISCUSS: Gerard’s journey from medical school to finding his passion for teaching The ultimate factor that helps schools succeed and create effective teachers The program Gerard and co-found Jose Hernandez founded to support students and teachers to improve their mindset The importance of perception in mastering mindset Gerard’s powerful elementary school experience that shifted his mindset and empowered him RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Visit www.legacymasteryacademy.org to learn more about there work and access their mindset tools. Connect with Gerard and Legacy Mastery Academy on Facebook and Instagram Check out the Legacy Mastery Academy YouTube channel for mindset tools for students and the Gerard Vargas YouTube channel for mindset tools for teachers. Get your copy of Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Impact and Imagination Meet Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library . Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment. Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on LinkedIn , <a href
Bonus · Sun, March 24, 2024
Replay: Showcasing Learning Without Grades with Mike Flanagan
Mike Flanagan is the CEO of the Mastery Transcript Consortium (MTC), a growing group of high schools creating a digital high school transcript that opens up opportunity for each and every student — from all backgrounds, locations, and types of schools — to have their unique strengths, abilities, interests, and histories fostered, understood, and celebrated. Mike oversaw the design and development of Mastery Transcript software products, connecting with members and advisors to manage the MTC product roadmap till May, 2021. He is an experienced education technology executive, most recently having served as CEO of the Services Division at the National Association of Independent Schools, where he led a complete redesign and relaunch of their School and Student Services financial aid platforms. Join us for this conversation about what high schools could look like, why report cards fail to showcase student competencies, and how the Mastery Transcript is able to meet the assessment needs of progressive schooling models. IN THIS EPISODE, WE DISCUSS: Mastery learning and what high school could and should look like. Report card alternatives that meet the needs of progressive schooling models. Why some schools are choosing this approach. What skills are most important for learners to develop. How higher education has responded to applicants who use Mastery Transcripts. Combining student portfolios and educator assessments to display learner competencies. RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Connect with Mike on LinkedIn Visit mastery.org to learn how they are transforming the High School experience Watch this video to hear what students think about the Mastery Transcript Get your copy of Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Impact and Imagination Meet Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library . Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment. Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on LinkedIn , Facebook , and Instagram and learn more about her journey here . Enjoying the show? Leave us a rating and review and help more people find us!
Bonus · Fri, March 22, 2024
Replay: The Intertwining of Business and Education with Komal Shah
Komal Shah is an educational consultant and thought leader on a mission to transform the world through conscious education. After Komal spent five years in the Teach For America program as a middle school educator, she was left wanting more. She wanted more for her own kids and all kids. To pursue this dream, she attended USC Marshall School of Business where she received her MBA. Today she leverages her passion for education, business expertise, and her personal conscious living practices. Her plan is to shift outdated educational paradigms and transform the educational system for the betterment of all children. Join us for this insightful episode where we discuss the link between successful businesses and schools, the importance of consistent messaging, and why we need to seek feedback from our learners. In this episode, we cover: Komal’s choice to pursue a business degree after being a successful teacher Why we should be getting feedback from our students The need for flexibility and adaptability in schools and businesses Positive shifts that are happening in schools Helping students listen to their intuition The importance of consistent messaging with learners Resources and links mentioned in this episode: Connect with Komal on Linkedin , Instagram , and Facebook Purchase Komal’s book, Raise Your Hand!: A Call for Consciousness in Education Get your copy of Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Impact and Imagination Meet Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library . Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment. Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on LinkedIn , Facebook , and Instagram and learn more about her journey here . Enjoying the show? Leave us a rating and review and help more people find us! bit.ly/RebelEducatorApplePodcasts We’d love it if you could take a few minutes to fill out this survey
Bonus · Mon, March 18, 2024
Replay: Achieving Success Through Project Based Learning with Bob Lenz
Bob Lenz is the CEO of PBLWorks, an institute that uses project based learning to increase educational equity and provide learning that students connect with. Bob has spent his life creating project based classrooms for himself and teaching others how to do it. We discuss how project based learning prepares kids, especially black and brown and underprivileged learners, for college success through teaching collaboration, public speaking, and project management, and the education myth: just because someone teaches it, doesn’t mean you learn it, just because it was covered, doesn’t mean it was learned. In this episode, we cover: How a poetry project in the 5th grade sparked Bob’s interest in project-based learning Dismantling the myth that project-based learning can only work in certain schools Will kids learn ‘academics’ in a PBL model? What is hindering educators from having more agency in their classrooms and what we can do about it How we can assess students progress without grades How project-based learning works well in remote settings Resources and links mentioned in this episode: Connect with Bob on X Visit PBLWorks and follow them on X to learn more about Bob and project based learning Get your copy of Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Impact and Imagination Meet Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library . Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment. Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on LinkedIn , Facebook , and Instagram and learn more about her journey here . Enjoying the show? Leave us a rating and review and help more people find us! bit.ly/RebelEducatorApplePodcasts We’d love it if you could take a few minutes to fill out this survey to let us know how we can bring you the best possible content: forms.gle/JcKHf9DHTZnYUmQr6 Interested in being on the Rebel Educator podcast? Fill out this form and we'll reach out to you if we think you'd be a great fit for an upcoming episode. https://forms.gle/C
Bonus · Mon, March 11, 2024
Replay: What is a Rebel Educator?
*Bonus Replay* Welcome to Season 3 Rebel Educators! I recently had a conversation about why we chose the name "Rebel Educator" and what it means to me. I wanted to share with you the reason why I started this podcast, what it means to be a Rebel Educator, and what I think we can accomplish when we all challenge the status quo. Thank you for listening and enjoy the season! RESOURCES AND LINKS: Check out my bestselling book Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Impact and Imagination Meet: amzn.to/3AcwlfF Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on LinkedIn , Facebook , and Instagram and learn more about her journey here Enjoying the show? Leave us a rating and review and help more people find us! bit.ly/RebelEducatorApplePodcasts Have a topic you’d like to hear discussed? Fill out this form: forms.gle/JcKHf9DHTZnYUmQr6 Interested in being on the Rebel Educator podcast or want to recommend a guest? Fill out this form and we'll reach out to you if we think you'd be a great fit for an upcoming episode. forms.gle/zXR2KGPK3WEmbrRZ6 Want to learn more about opening your own UP Academy? Check out the Rebel Educator Accelerator: www.rebeleducator.com/courses/the-accelerator MORE ABOUT THE REBEL EDUCATOR PODCAST: In each episode of the Rebel Educator podcast, I deconstruct world-class educators, students, and thought leaders in education to extract the tactics, tools, and routines that you can use as teachers and parents. Join me as we discuss how to shift the classroom, the learning environment, the mindset, and the pedagogy, to resist tradition, reignite wonder, and re-imagine the future of education. This podcast is dedicated to all of the educators who work thankless hours to make our next generation the best it can be. It was designed to begin conversations on how we can redesign education for the future of work and the success of our students. It is meant for teachers, students, administrators, homeschoolers and anyone who interacts with and teaches youth. <
S4 E100 · Fri, March 01, 2024
100: Celebrating Our Journey with Tanya Sheckley
Join me in celebrating our 100th episode milestone as I reflect on my journey as a disruptor and Rebel Educator. From unexpected beginnings to conversations with inspiring leaders in education, each episode has been a testament to challenging norms and fostering innovation. Tune in to hear all about my experience opening an inclusive, progressive school, the obstacles faced, and the invaluable lessons learned along the way. Thank you to all of our remarkable guests and dedicated listeners for being part of this adventure! Giveaway details: Enter for your chance to win the Rebel Educator Accelerator course , a copy of my book Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Impact and Imagination Meet , and a private 1-on-1 call with me to discuss your ideas and kickstart your journey to reimagine education! To enter: 1. Leave a rating and review for the Rebel Educator podcast on Apple Podcasts. So I know how to contact you, and because Apple reviews take a while to show up, be sure to take a screenshot of your review BEFORE you hit submit and email it to rebel@upacademysf.com along with your iTunes handle or nickname. 2. Follow the Rebel Educator Facebook page / facebook.com/rebeleducator1 The winner will be announced on March 15th. Good luck and thank you for all of your support! RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Get your copy of Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Impact and Imagination Meet Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library . Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment. Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on LinkedIn , Facebook , and Ins
S4 E99 · Fri, February 16, 2024
99: Curating Education with Manisha Snoyer
Manisha is the CEO and Founder of Teach Your Kids. Teach Your Kids is an exciting new podcast and online community that empowers families to play an active, informed role in their children’s education. It advocates for flexible, customized education that promotes whole child development. Manisha’s journey has been remarkable - apart from educating over 2000 children ages preK-12th grades in three countries, she founded a non-profit during the pandemic, MasteryHour, which has been pivotal in offering free math tutoring to underserved youth. She also led the largest network of organizations supporting families impacted by school closures, serving over 100,000 families. Manisha was instrumental in sparking the microschooling movement, creating CottageClass, the first marketplace for PreK-12th grade microschools in 2015. Teach Your Kids stands as a testament to her vision - a perfect blend of tech and education. It’s not just about homeschooling; it’s about revolutionizing how we engage with learning in the digital age. Teach Your Kids aims to blur the traditional boundaries of socialization, childcare, and education, with an emphasis on holistic child development. Join us for this insightful episode about the evolution of microschools and homeschooling, customizing education to meet the needs of each students, and embracing tech while maintaining human connections. personal journeys into teaching, strategies for navigating challenging conversations, the importance of balancing technology with human interaction, and speculations on future trends in education. IN THIS EPISODE, WE DISCUSS: Manisha’s experience as a tutor and how it shaped her journey into education. The emergence of microschools and homeschooling as alternatives to traditional education systems. Manisha’s vision for the future of education and why she believes learning will become more modular. How to approach difficult conversations with children. Balancing the benefits of technology with the importance of human connection. RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Connect with Manisha and Teach Your Kids on Instagram , LinkedIn , X , TikTok , and YouTube . Listen to the Teach Your Kids podcast join the Teach Your Kids community . Get your copy of Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Impact and Imagination Meet Learn more about <a href="ht
S4 E98 · Fri, February 02, 2024
98: Embodying Change and Embracing Failure with Hope Paterson
Hope Paterson is a global nomad, mother of two and transformation coach. For the past 20 years, she has been working in what she calls the Hope triangle: electrifying pathways for humans of all ages working at the intersection of education, innovation and entrepreneurship. Hope walks alongside people as they move from old to new, supporting them to identify opportunities, and support new ways of moving through their lives—careers, lifestyle changes and family. Her innate skill of understanding and articulating the uniqueness and brilliance of people allows them to explore and achieve what they envision. She runs the Hope Braintrust - a global think tank with live events and collaborations. She is building a vibrant online network for people of all ages moving through change called Hope Sparks Network. She runs coaching programs for individuals and teams moving from feeling stuck to a world of impact and growth. She is in your corner to empower you to move to new heights Join us for this beautiful conversation about embracing failure, inspiring change, and building transformative relationships. IN THIS EPISODE, WE DISCUSS: How Hope works to help people navigate changes in their lives. The importance of embodying change. The most relevant tool we need to face failure. Creating opportunities for the intergenerational transfer of knowledge. The Hope Braintrust and how it’s fostering collaboration and innovation in education. RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Connect with Hope and the Hope Sparks network on Instagram and YouTube Check out www.hopepaterson.ca to learn more about the Hope Braintrust working with Hope. Visit hopesparksnetwork.com to join their community of trailblazing educators. Get your copy of Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Impact and Imagination Meet Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library . Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment. Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on LinkedIn , Facebook , and Instagram and learn more about her journey here . </ul
S4 E97 · Fri, January 19, 2024
97: Executive Functioning Skills with Dr. Karen Dudek-Brannan
Dr. Karen Dudek-Brannan is the founder of Dr. Karen, LLC, a company focused on empowering educators to support language, literacy, executive functioning, and cognitive wellness. She currently offers professional development focused on helping K-12 teams develop programs and services that support students in the areas of leadership, language, literacy, and executive functioning. Dr. Karen is a licensed SLP and has a doctorate in special education, a special education director license, and an assistive technology graduate certificate. She spent 14 years in the school systems before starting her online education company in 2015. She's currently the host of the De Facto Leaders podcast. Join us for this important conversation about executive functioning skills, what they are, their significant impact on kid’s ability to learn and navigate situations, and what you can do to help learners develop them. IN THIS EPISODE, WE DISCUSS: The interconnection between anxiety and executive functioning skills. Executive functioning skills, what they are and why they’re crucial to develop. How a lack of executive functioning skills can affect social interactions. Why digital tools are not the answer to developing these skills. Tips for developing executive functioning skills. RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Connect with Karen on Facebook , Instagram , and LinkedIn Visit drkarendudekbrannan.com and drkarenspeech.com to learn more about Karen and work. Get your copy of Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Impact and Imagination Meet Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library . Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment. Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on LinkedIn , Facebook , and Instagram and learn more about her journey here . Enjoying the show? Leave us a rating and review and help more people find us! bit.ly/RebelEducatorApplePodcasts <
S4 E96 · Fri, January 05, 2024
96: Prioritizing Connection and Empathy with Lizette Valles
Lizette Valles, M.Ed., is the founder of Ellemercito Academy, a Los Angeles-based microschool, with a focus on project/place-based learning. Her mission is to nurture students who think critically, develop a growth mindset, and demonstrate profound empathy. She is dedicated to reimagining education and implementing trauma-informed approaches in out-of-system school models such as the fast-growing small school movement. For over 16 years, her career in education has included teaching middle/high school English, serving as a K-12 librarian, publishing La tierra de los calcetines perdidos, a bilingual children's picture book, launching Compass Educators: A Holistic Educational Services Co., and homeschooling students during the pandemic before founding Ellemercito Academy in 2021. Join us for this conversation about the power of fostering connection and empathy to support students holistically. IN THIS EPISODE, WE DISCUSS: Lizette’s journey to becoming an educator, starting at age 5. How the pandemic shifted Lizette’s approach to supporting students in a more holistic way. Why prioritizing empathy and connection is the foundation of learning. What it means to be a microschool and how Ellemercito functions as a hybrid microschool for homeschooling families. The role microschools are playing in the evolution of education. Using alternative methods of assessment to create complete profiles of students and the ways that they learn. Trauma-informed approaches and how they can be used to better connect and problem solve with students. RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Connect with Lizette on LinkedIn and Instagram or send her an email at lvalles@compasseducators.com Visit ellemercito.academy and compasseducators.com to learn more about the work Lizette is doing to change the landscape of learning. Get your copy of Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Impact and Imagination Meet Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library . Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment. Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on LinkedIn , Facebook , and <a href="https://www.ins
S4 E95 · Fri, December 22, 2023
95: Growing Community Engagement with Nathaniel Provencio
Nathaniel Provencio has worked in the public education field since 2001 as a classroom teacher, building administrator and associate superintendent . In 2010, he became the principal of Minnieville Elementary in Prince William County, Virginia. Under his leadership, Minnieville Elementary was recognized as a Virginia Distinguished Title 1 School, became a National Model Professional Learning Community and was the winner of the 2019 Richard DuFour PLC Award. Mr. Provencio has been honored as the 2017 Prince William County principal of the year, the 2017 Washington Post Principal of the Year and the 2019 Virginia National Distinguished Principal of the Year. Mr. Provencio is the author of Community Connections and Your PLC at Work, which focuses on how schools can utilize the professional learning community framework to enhance family and community engagement. Mr. Provencio graduated from the University of North Alabama in 2001 with a degree in education and has a master’s degree in education administration from George Mason University in which he was recognized as one of 50 all-time George Mason University Alumni. Join us for this insightful conversation about improving schools by implementing Professional Learning Communities, focusing on customer service in education, and investing in people over products. IN THIS EPISODE, WE DISCUSS: Nathaniel’s journey from substitute teacher to superintendent, and now education consultant. What a professional learning community is and Nathaniel’s two-pronged approach to build an award winning one. Core ideas to help administrators use the the professional learning community framework to do this in their own schools. Increasing community and family engagement. The benefits of shifting to a customer service approach as a school leader. Positive and negative trends Nathaniel has seen working with schools across the country. RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Connect with Nathaniel on X and LinkedIn Visit www.provenprincipalllc.com to learn more about Nathaniel and his work. Check out Nathaniel’s YouTube channel. Get your copy of Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Impact and Imagination Meet Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library . Visit us at <a href="https://www.upacademys
S4 E94 · Fri, December 08, 2023
94: Teacher Wellness with Danielle Nuhfer
Danielle Nuhfer believes that “well teachers will change the world.” And part of how this change will happen is through educators, school leaders, and school systems finding creative ways to prioritize teacher well-being. Danielle is the author of The Path of the Mindful Teacher which chronicles her own journey of burnout and how she found a mindfulness practice that transformed her from the inside out. During her 20 years as a public school educator, she founded Teaching Well which is dedicated to helping school leaders increase teacher retention and student outcomes by choosing to prioritize well-being through professional development opportunities and teacher wellness coaching. Join us for this important conversation about avoiding teacher burnout and creating school cultures that are integral to the trajectory of change in education. IN THIS EPISODE, WE DISCUSS: How classroom teaching and burnout led Danielle to finding and practicing mindfulness. Using mindfulness to change our perspectives and empower teachers. The Teaching Well program and how it shifts classroom and school culture. What can leaders do to prioritize the well-being of their staff. Danielle’s favorite question to ask ourselves to increase awareness without judgement. Why “well teachers” are integral to the trajectory of change in education. Using mindfulness to create meaningful interactions in classrooms. RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Connect with Danielle on LinkedIn . Visit www.teachingwell.life to learn more about Teaching Well. Check out UP Academy’s Project Literacy Curriculum at projectup.us . Get your copy of Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Impact and Imagination Meet Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library . Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment. Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on LinkedIn , Facebook , and Instagram and learn more about her journey here . Enjoying the show? Leave us a rating and review and help more people find us! bit.ly/RebelEducatorAppleP
S4 E93 · Fri, November 24, 2023
93: Permissionless Education with Matt Chaussee
Matt Chaussee is the CEO and Co-founder of Be More Colorful, an immersive media and virtual reality production company whose flagship product, CareerViewXR, is being used across the country to help students explore authentic, real-world careers through virtual reality. Be More Colorful is currently a semifinalist for the Yass Prize and Matt is here to share with us about his company’s work and how it’s revolutionizing education. Join us for this wonderful conversation about permissionless learning and empowering students to explore diverse careers paths in an ever-evolving landscape. IN THIS EPISODE, WE DISCUSS: Matt’s background and how he moved from real estate photography to education. CareerViewXR and how it’s helping kids experience careers using virtual reality. How Be More Colorful is permissionless in the opportunities it’s giving to students. Be More Colorful’s nomination for the Yass prize and how you can vote in the Parent Choice Award. The future of AI and what role educators play. Matt shares with us some of the other semifinalists who are up for the Yass prize. RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Visit careerviewxr.bemorecolorful.com to learn more about CareerViewXR and connect with them on Facebook and LinkedIn Connect with Matt and Be More Colorful on Facebook and LinkedIn Vote in the Yass Prize Parent Choice Award: yassprize.org Check out UP Academy’s Project Literacy Curriculum at projectup.us . Get your copy of Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Impact and Imagination Meet Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library . Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment. Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on LinkedIn , Facebook , and Instagram and learn more about her journey here . Enjoying the show? Leave us a rating and review and help more people find us! b
S4 E92 · Fri, November 10, 2023
92: Building a Culture of Empathy and Curiosity with Tom Willis
Tom Willis is a former classroom teacher and a prior CEO for Cornerstone, a school system in Detroit. He also believes in the power of lifelong learning. These beliefs have shaped his primary goal in life: helping others move beyond their self-limiting beliefs so they can reach their God-given potential. He was fortunate to earn an engineering degree from the University of Michigan and an MBA from the University of Notre Dame. He thanks God every day for his amazing wife and three wonderful children. Join us for this wonderful conversation about the essential skills school leaders need to be effective, empathetic, and supportive leaders who create a community that supports growth. IN THIS EPISODE, WE DISCUSS: Tom's transition into educational leadership and the challenges he faced. The essential skills and characteristics needed for effective leadership in a school district. The importance of having educators model SEL behaviors and emotional intelligence in their schools and classrooms. The role of curiosity in education and leadership. Asking the right questions to facilitate conversations. How to shift from being a “doer” to a leader who supports growth. The fundamental job of a leader. RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Connect with Tom and Phoenix Perform on LinkedIn and YouTube . Visit www.phoenixperform.com to learn more about their work to create exceptional cultures. Check out UP Academy’s Project Literacy Curriculum at projectup.us . Get your copy of Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Impact and Imagination Meet Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library . Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment. Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on LinkedIn , Facebook , and Instagram and learn more about her journey here . Enjoying the show? Leave us a rating and review and help more people find us! bit.ly/RebelEducatorApplePodcasts We’d love it if you could take
S4 E91 · Fri, October 27, 2023
91: The Link Between Change and Learning with Richard Gerver
Richard Gerver is a sought-after speaker, bestselling author and world-renowned thinker. His career began in education, first as a teacher and then as a school principal, when he turned the fortunes of a failing school and its pupils around in just two years. Since the success of his first book, focusing on his experience in frontline education, Richard has devoted himself to advancing society’s thinking on learning, change, and how best to realise our full potential. He has since written several books on leadership and innovation, including the bestsellers Change and Simple Thinking Now regarded as one of the world's leading thinkers on human leadership and organisational transformation, Richard has worked with an extraordinary range of people, from elite athletes to former US President Barack Obama. Named UK Business Speaker of the Year three times, Richard has been invited to speak on the world’s most recognised stages, including TED, the RSA and the BBC. With his unique insight into our development from infants to adults, Richard helps us understand the nature of our personal and professional responses to risk, change, creativity, and development. His ability to connect experiences across many, often seemingly different, environments help individuals’ companies and organisations expand their thinking and their perception of their own potential. Join us for this fascinating conversation about innovating, maintaining curiosity, and growing lifelong learners who can adapt to our ever-changing world. IN THIS EPISODE, WE DISCUSS: The core focus of Richard’s first book and how we can shift education to what we need for the future. How Richard’s love for education and one school in particular began. Why failing is an incredible platform for innovation. How do you make learning and education matter to children? Why we have a need for certainty and find change so difficult. Why young children are the world’s greatest experts in change. What we’re doing to kill the natural curiosity of children and how do we stop. RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Connect with Richard on LinkedIn and @richardgerver Visit richardgerver.com to learn more about his work and the books he’s written. Check out UP Academy’s Project Literacy Curriculum at projectup.us . Get your copy of Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Impact and Imagination Meet Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our pr
S4 E90 · Fri, October 13, 2023
90: Taking Risks and Meeting Needs with Hillary Miller
Hillary Miller has been an educator for over 20 years. Hillary has worked in PK-12 education in most capacities as a teacher and administrator. With a strength-based focus, she has spent her career finding ways to meet the needs of individual and small groups of students, as well as building positive school cultures. Over the past few years, Hillary has supported school leaders as a consultant across the US to create more positive school cultures. This work focuses mostly on schools with alternative programs in marginalized communities. In 2020, Hillary co-founded Solving Fun, a company focused on building creativity, critical thinking, and collaboration for kids ages 7-12 through puzzles, activities, and games. Hillary holds a BS in Applied Learning and Development from the University of Texas at Austin, and a Masters in Educational Administration from Texas State University. In addition to her consulting work, Solving Fun, and spending time with her family, she is currently pursuing a PhD in Education at Auburn University. Join us for this insightful conversation about meeting students’ unmet needs, building strong school cultures and the importance of taking risks and making mistakes. IN THIS EPISODE, WE DISCUSS: How Hillary’s educational journey has evolved and the work she is currently doing. Hillary’s work with game designer Marcy Tivol to create Solving Fun. How the puzzles, games, and activities from Solving Fun help to promote engagement and collaboration in classrooms. Figuring out the unmet needs of students in order to provide alternative forms of learning. Practical tips for better supporting students with their academic, social emotional, and sensory needs. How to build strong school cultures to support a shift in education. The importance of taking risks and making mistakes as an educator. Staying focused on goals as an educational community. RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Connect with Hillary and Solving Fun on Facebook , X , Instagram , and LinkedIn . Send Hillary an email at hillary@solvingfun.com or hillarymiller@gmail.com Check out www.solvingfun.com for puzzles, activities, and games focused on perseverance and creative problem solving. Check out UP Academy’s Project Literacy Curriculum at projectup.us . Get your copy of Rebel Educator: Create Clas
S3 E89 · Fri, September 29, 2023
89: Breaking Down Barriers to Financial Literacy with Brian Curcio
Brian’s first word was money and he’s always been fascinated with the world of investing. He developed Rapunzl as a financial literacy, EdTech tool to revolutionize how we teach students about investing and to provide equitable access to high-quality, project-based learning tools for students across the country. The world of returns is perched in an ivory tower, inaccessible to most investors. In response, Rapunzl helps everyone climb to financial success with free, simulated investing competitions as well as an integrated curriculum. Rapunzl was a 2022 Yass Prize Finalist, recognized as one of 8 transformational education groups across the country. Join us for this insightful conversation about the importance of financial literacy education, its vital role in empowering students, and the benefits of bridging the knowledge gap in personal finance. IN THIS EPISODE, WE DISCUSS: How Brian’s experiences inspired him to create Rapunzl and make financial literacy more accessible. The importance of learning financial literacy before adulthood. How Rapunzl works to simulate real-time investing experiences for students. Why practicing investing also encourages the development of social and emotional skills, such as handling failure and building conviction in investment decisions. How financial education can address the widening wealth gap and empower individuals to make better informed financial decisions. RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Connect with Brian and Rapunzl on Facebook , Instagram , and LinkedIn . Visit www.rapunzlinvestments.com to learn more about Rapanzl and download the app. Check out UP Academy’s Project Literacy Curriculum at projectup.us . Get your copy of Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Impact and Imagination Meet Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library . Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment. Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on LinkedIn , Facebook , and Instagram and learn more about her journey here . Enjoying the
S3 E88 · Fri, September 15, 2023
88: Navigating the Workplace as an Autistic Adult with Nicole Kubilus and Bret Thayer
Nicole Kubilus has a serious passion-call it a special interest-for autism advocacy. Diagnosed with autism at two years old, Nicole has pursued various types of autism advocacy work over the last twenty years. Her artwork and poetry focus on celebrating the autistic experience and spreading awareness about ableism (which she uses to promote Understanding Autism). She is a former art educator and currently working towards a certification in counseling. She lives in Denver, Colorado. Bret Thayer is a retired public school teacher and the parent of an autistic child. He brings his experience teaching autistic children in a mainstream classroom setting as well as a parent’s perspective navigating the complexities of having a child with special needs in public schools. He currently lives in northern Vermont. Join us for this powerful conversation about Nicole’s experience in the workplace as an autistic adult, how Bret’s mentorship supported her as a first-year teacher, and what everyone can do to increase their awareness and refrain from expecting neurodiverse individuals to engage in emotional labor. IN THIS EPISODE, WE DISCUSS: How Nicole and Bret met and started working together. Nicole’s experiences as a first year teacher, disclosing that she had autism, and how Bret’s mentorship helped to support her. Nicole and Bret’s podcast, Understanding autism, and how they’re using it to break down stigmas and stereotypes around autism. Why intent matters in allyship. Advocating for accommodations in the workplace as a nuerodiverse person. Challenges Nicole encountered with neurotypical co-workers. What school districts and principals can do to increase awareness and training. Nicole shares with us a powerful poem she wrote about her experience with autism. RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Visit understandingautism.info to learn more about Nicole and Bret and to listen to the Understanding Autism Podcast. Join the Understanding Autism Podcast Community of Facebook . Connect with Bret on Twitter Follow the Understanding Autism podcast on Instagram . Experience Nicole’s powerful graphite drawings and poetry . Check out UP Academy’s Project Literacy Curriculum at projectup.us . Get your copy of Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Impact and Imagination Meet Learn more about Rebel Educat
S3 E87 · Fri, September 01, 2023
87: Exploring Student Experiences with Natalie Chen
Natalie Chen is a ninth grade high school student and was one of my daughter Eliza’s best friends. Natalie has encountered a variety of educational approaches throughout her academic career so far and she’s here to talk to us about her experiences, her thoughts on the pros and cons of the different styles that she's had and share with us some of the work she’s done to teach young learners a critical life skill. Join us for this enlightening episode that’s all about amplifying student voices and understanding the experiences and needs of learners. IN THIS EPISODE, WE DISCUSS: Natalie’s experiences in a project-based elementary school, a private middle school, and a public high school. The pros and cons of each of the schools Natalie attended. Community, collaboration, and parent involvement. Natalie’s vision for the perfect school experience. Why Natalie created a financial literacy curriculum for students. Social media’s effect of modern learners. RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Check out UP Academy’s Project Literacy Curriculum at projectup.us . Get your copy of Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Impact and Imagination Meet Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library . Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment. Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on LinkedIn , Facebook , and Instagram and learn more about her journey here . Enjoying the show? Leave us a rating and review and help more people find us! bit.ly/RebelEducatorApplePodcasts We’d love it if you could take a few minutes to fill out this survey to let us know how we can bring you the best possible content: forms.gle/JcKHf9DHTZnYUmQr6 Interested in being on the Rebel Educator podcast? Fill out this form and we'll reach out to you if we think you'd be a great fit for an upcoming episode. https://forms.gle/CZJXLQDdevPh22ZN7 Want to learn more about opening your own UP Academy? Check out the Rebel Educator Accelerator: <a hr
S3 E86 · Fri, August 18, 2023
86: Teacher Privacy in the Digital Age with Frederick Lane
Frederick Lane is an author, attorney, educational consultant, and lecturer based in Brooklyn, NY. He is the co-founder of The Center for Cyberethics and is a nationally-recognized expert in the areas of cybersafety, digital misconduct, personal privacy, and other topics at the intersection of law, technology, and society. Lane has appeared on "The Daily Show with Jon Stewart," CNN, NBC, ABC, CBS, the BBC, and MSNBC. He has written ten books, including most recently Cybertraps for Educators 2.0 (2020), Raising Cyberethical Kids (2020), and Cybertraps for Expecting Moms & Dads (2017). He is currently working on his newest book, The Rise of the Digital Mob (Beacon Press 2022). All of his books are available on Amazon.com or through his Web sites, FrederickLane.com and Cybertraps.com. With Jethro Jones (The Transformative Principal), Lane co-hosts "The Cybertraps Podcast." He is also the publisher of "The Cybertraps Newsletter" (newsletter.cybertraps.com). Join us for this enlightening conversation about cybertraps teachers and parents should be aware of, the shrinking zone of privacy for teachers, and how we can raise good digital citizens across the globe. IN THIS EPISODE, WE DISCUSS: How Frederick’s interest in the internet, safety, and privacy began in the first grade and how his work evolved. Cybertraps for educators, teacher privacy, and professional risks that come along when engaging in online activity. The shrinking zone of privacy and the role of social media. What parents can do to raise good digital citizens, starting with modeling. Frederick’s Fulbright trip to Ghana and his work there with the Child Online Africa organization. RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Connect with Frederick and Cybertraps on LinkedIn and Twitter . Check out the Cybertraps website and sign up for the Cyber Traps Newsletter . Get your copy of Cybertraps for Educators 2.0 . Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library . Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about
S3 E85 · Fri, August 04, 2023
85: The Power of Community with Seth Ehrlich
Hailing from Pittsburgh, PA, Seth Ehrlich learned early the value and opportunity that exists within a strong community. He has engaged for more than 20 years in community engagement and building. Projects include multiple collaborative efforts and his professional work with SOS Outreach over the past 15+ years. He currently serves as executive director for the organization and is dedicated to connecting talent to opportunities for kids and adults associated with the program and growing the organization's impact across current and potential sites. He moved to the mountains 20 years ago and found a home there. He and his partner have two kids, and being out on skis with them has been a magical part of life. Join us for this conversation about the power of community engagement, giving students access to the talent and skills they have, and helping them use those skills to address needs in their communities. IN THIS EPISODE, WE DISCUSS: How Seth’s passion for community engagement began. Using the power of the outdoors to grow and maintain connection in communities. The SOS Outreach Curriculum, based on key character traits and a grounding in social-emotional learning. Helping all students access their talents in an equitable way. Partnering with schools to create a full circle experience where students can use the skills they learn in real life situations. The importance of students addressing the needs in the their communities. The circle of love and how it shows people that they are a valued part of their community. RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Connect with Seth on LinkedIn and SOS Outreach at www.sosoutreach.org Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library . Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment. Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on LinkedIn , Facebook , and Instagram and learn more about her journey here . Check out my book Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Impact and Imagination Meet: amzn.to/3AcwlfF Enjoying the show? Leave us a rating and review and help more people find us!
S3 E84 · Fri, July 21, 2023
84: Schools as Learning Organizations with Anthony Kim
Anthony Kim is a Corwin Press bestselling author, with publications including The New Team Habits, The New School Rules, and The Personalized Learning Playbook. His writing ranges from topics including the future of work, leadership and team motivation, improving the way we work, and innovation in systems-based approaches to organizations and school design. Anthony believes that how we work is the key determinant to the success of any organization. In addition to his writing, Anthony is the founder and Chief Learning Officer of Education Elements, a Scholarus Learning company. Anthony is a trusted partner to districts and educators nationwide and has been the founder of several companies. Join us for this conversation about looking at schools as organizations for learning, creating systems that drive efficient and effective change in schools, and getting comfortable with moving forward without having all the answers. IN THIS EPISODE, WE DISCUSS: How Anthony began his work in the education field by building tools to track students’ online behavior and engagement. Why implementation is the key to a products’ outcomes. What schools can learn from the organization of movie productions in order to create change more efficiently. Getting comfortable moving forward without knowing everything. The use of AI and its effect on personal relationships. What organizational shifts are necessary to create large scale change in how schools operate. Why we need less reinvention and more evolution in the school system. RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Connect with Anthony on LinkedIn . Get your copy of The NEW School Rules: 6 Vital Practices for Thriving and Responsive Schools . Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library . Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment. Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on LinkedIn , Facebook , and Instagram and learn more about her journey here . Check out my book Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Impact and Imagination Meet: amzn.to/3AcwlfF <stro
S3 E83 · Fri, July 07, 2023
83: School Leadership and Shifting to a Culture of Try with Dr. Joseph Jones and Dr. T.J. Vari
Dr. Joseph Jones is the Superintendent of Schools in the New Castle County Vocational-Technical School District. Joe is a former high school teacher, assistant principal and principal. As principal, he was named the Delaware Secondary Principal of the Year and during his tenure, Delcastle Technical High School was the first high school to receive the state’s Outstanding Academic Achievement Award. Joe received his doctorate from the University of Delaware in educational leadership. He is also an adjunct professor for various universities. Dr. T.J. Vari is the Assistant Superintendent of Secondary Schools and District Operations in the Appoquinimink School District. T.J. is a former middle school assistant principal and principal and former high school English teacher. His master’s degree is in School Leadership and his doctorate is in Innovation and Leadership. He holds several honors and distinctions, including his past appointment as President of the Delaware Association for School Administrators and the Paul Carlson Administrator of the Year Award. He teaches educational leadership courses at the masters and doctoral level. Together, Joe and T.J. present nationally on topics of school leadership, and they co-founded TheSchoolHouse302, which is a leadership development institute specializing in leadership coaching for new and experienced school leaders. They have written five books together, co-authoring several of those with their friends, Principal EL and Connie Hamilton. Join us for this conversation about school leadership, thinking about problems differently, and moving from a culture of 'why' to a culture of ‘try’. IN THIS EPISODE, WE DISCUSS: How Joe and T.J. started working together and how their “write-and-runs” led them to founding their leadership development institute. Getting simple and finding the pillars of success to better leadership. Mindshifts for school leaders who want to find and fix root issues. The Octopus Approach and how it helps leaders to stop making decision too quickly and in isolation. What we can learn about problem solving from the creator of Spanx. Moving from a culture of ‘why’ to a culture of ‘try’. RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Connect with Joe, T..J., and The Schoolhouse 302 on Twitter: @tjvari @supt_jones @tsh302 Visit theschoolhouse302.com to learn more about their work to help leaders grow. Check out Joe and T.J.’s books on leadership, including “ 7 Mindshifts for School Leaders ”. Learn more about Rebel Educa
S3 E82 · Fri, June 23, 2023
82: College Admissions: Finding the Right Fit with David Hurwitt
Dave Hurwitt is an innovator. Over the course of his career, he’s led the development and launch of new products and services – from toothpicks to wind turbines – that have generated well over $1 billion in sales. If you have a large, front loading washing machine in your house, that was Dave and his team at Whirlpool. They re-envisioned the traditional, small European washer for the US market and took front loaders from 1% of the market to over 50% today, saving billions of dollars in electricity and water consumption in the process. Dave has lived and worked around the world, and is now based in Burlington Vermont with his wife and Golden Retriever, Bear. Their 3 “kids” have now graduated from college, but it was his experience with them on their college journeys that started his innovator’s brain cranking on what became Troove. Having worked in admissions through grad school, he was amazed by how little technology and the internet had impacted the college search and admissions process. And even more, he was dismayed to discover how often students were transferring or dropping out altogether. In early 2020, this led directly to his founding Troove, a 2-sided, AI powered platform to help students discover their passions, people, and place based on the real experiences of recent alumni and current higher education students. Join us for this conversation about the college admissions system, why it’s underserving both students and colleges, and how Dave is working to change that by creating a system that helps students find their best fit. IN THIS EPISODE, WE DISCUSS: The current college admissions system and how it underserves both students and colleges. Dave’s experience with college admissions and how he developed a way to use technology to match colleges and students. Why alumni are the key to helping students find their right fit for college. The power dynamic between applicants and colleges. Why students should focus more on getting out rather than getting in. How Troove helps students who come from a lower socioeconomic background. Helping students find majors/careers that align with their interests. Social GPAs and how we can use them. RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Connect with Dave and Troove on LinkedIn , YouTube , Instagram , Facebook , and TikTok Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our <a href="ht
S3 E81 · Fri, June 09, 2023
81: The Paradox of Education with Steve Hargadon
Steve Hargadon is the founder and director of the Learning Revolution Project, the host of the Future of Education and Reinventing School interview series, and the founder and chair (or co-chair) of a number of annual worldwide virtual events, including the Global Education Conference and the Library 2.0 series of mini-conferences. Steve's work has been around the democratization of learning and professional development. He has pioneered the use of live, virtual, and peer-to-peer education conferences, popularized the idea of "unconferences" for educators and built one of the first modern social networks for teachers in 2007 (Classroom 2.0). He has supported and encouraged the development of thousands of education-related networks, particularly for professional development. For over a decade, he ran a large annual ed-tech unconference called Hack Education (previously EduBloggerCon). He blogs, speaks, and consults on education and technology, and his virtual and physical events and online communities have over 150,000 members. Steve also has the skin disorder Vitiligo and created the world's largest social network for those with Vitiligo at VitiligoFriends.org. Join us for this powerful conversation about the paradox of education, levels of awareness surrounding education, why a one-size-fits-all approach to education reform is not realistic, and what we should be focusing on instead. IN THIS EPISODE, WE DISCUSS: How Steve’s journey in education began, including his childhood in an academically centered home and his work with open source software in schools. The two major narratives around education. Plato, the Allegory of the Cave, and how it relates to education and the levels of awareness surrounding education. The processes needed for individuals to become agents of their own learning. Is education reform possible or do we need a different approach? The kids who do well in school and what they say led to their success. The role libraries can play in creating ideal conditions for learning. RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Connect with Steve at stevehargadon.com and @stevehargadon everywhere. Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library . Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment. Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on LinkedIn , Faceb
S3 E80 · Fri, May 26, 2023
80: Relationship Centered Learning with Teens with Dr. Maureen O'Shaughnessy
Maureen O’Shaughnessy is on a mission to connect the dots between education, belonging, and youth empowerment. She is the founder of the human-centered micro-school, LEADPrep. This learner-focused middle / high school is a national model for micro-schools, helping students learn from a place of love and personal alignment. Dr. O’Shaughnessy is the author of Creating Micro-Schools for Colorful Mismatched Kids, host of the Education Evolution podcast, and co-founder of the EdActive Collective. She has also shared innovation ideas on her TEDx talk: Changing My Mind to Change Schools. Join us for this conversation about creating student-centered, project based, and relational microschools for where teens can thrive. IN THIS EPISODE, WE DISCUSS: Maureen’s motivation for creating LEAD-Prep and why she wanted to help the outliers. Incorporating assessment into a learned-centered model for learning. Preparing and empowering high school students to be college ready. What project-based learning looks like at LEAD-Prep. How to adapt to changing technologies and using it ethically. Methods for creating microschools and “schools within schools” to better meet individual student needs. Social emotional health as the bedrock for learning. Restorative justice vs. punishment. RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Connect with Maureen on LinkedIn . Visit educationevolution.com to learn more about her work at Education Evolution and her podcast. Listen to Maureen’s TEDx Talk: Changing My Mind to Change Our Schools . Get your copy of Maureen’s book: Creating Microschools Colorful Mismatched Kids . Learn more about the Education Activism Collective and their work to make education more human-centered and student-driven. Check out Maureen’s innovative microschool for teens, LEAD-Prep . Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library . Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment. Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on LinkedIn , Facebook , and Instagram
S3 E79 · Fri, May 12, 2023
79: Finding the Magic in Middle School with Chris Balme
Chris Balme is an education leader, writer, and school founder, passionate about helping young people discover more of their human potential. Chris currently serves as Founding Principal at Hakuba International School. He is also the Founder & Director of Argonaut, an online advisory program for middle schoolers around the world. Prior to this, Chris co-founded and served as Head of School at Millennium School, a lab school in San Francisco, where he helped pioneer new learning methods based in developmental science. Chris has received the Ashoka Fellowship as a leading changemaker in education, and regularly speaks, trains, and writes for parents and teachers around the world. His book, Finding the Magic in Middle School, was published in 2022. Join us for this conversation exploring the critical importance of authenticity, achievement, and belonging in the middle school years and how we can help them gain the independence they need to grow. IN THIS EPISODE, WE DISCUSS: Authenticity, achievement, and belonging in middle school. Why middle schoolers need to have a sense of belonging. The peak periods of brain growth in our lives. How we can help middle schoolers gain the independence they need to grow. Building education differently to give students the time they need to pursue projects. Using advisory as a place where students have unconditional belonging. The power and significance of rituals. RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Connect with Chris on LinkedIn . Get your copy of Finding the Magic in Middle School: Tapping Into the Power and Potential of the Middle School Years. Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library . Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment. Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on LinkedIn , Facebook , and Instagram and learn more about her journey here . Check out my book Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Impact and Imagination Meet: amzn.to/3AcwlfF Enjoying the show? Leave us a rating and review and help more people find us!
S3 E78 · Fri, April 28, 2023
78: Fostering Connection in Online Spaces with Shaunak Roy
Shaunak founded Yellowdig in 2015, a community-driven active and experiential learning platform. It is now used by hundreds of thousands of students of all ages and backgrounds in the US and around the world. Shaunak graduated with a degree in mechanical engineering from IIT Bombay and completed his graduate studies at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Prior to founding Yellowdig, Shaunak spent a decade advising global companies on technology, strategy, and growth. Join us for this conversation about connected online spaces and how they can foster learner agency and connectedness. IN THIS EPISODE, WE DISCUSS: Shaunak’s entry into the education field and how his failures helped him to succeed. How Yellowdig creates an online space that fosters learner agency, mastery, and connectedness. The self-determination theory, intrinsic motivation, and inquiry-based learning. Advice for edTech entrepreneurs and what separates them from other entrepreneurs. The one thing Shaunak would make the foundation of his utopian school. RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Connect with Shaunak on LinkedIn . Visit www.yellowdig.co to learn more about their work to build active, social, and experiential learning communities. Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library . Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment. Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on LinkedIn , Facebook , and Instagram and learn more about her journey here . Check out my book Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Impact and Imagination Meet: amzn.to/3AcwlfF Enjoying the show? Leave us a rating and review and help more people find us! bit.ly/RebelEducatorApplePodcasts We’d love it if you could take a few minutes to fill out this survey to let us know how we can bring you the best possible content: forms.gle/JcKHf9DHTZnYUmQr6 Interested in being on the Rebel Educator podcast? Fill out this form and we'll reach out to you if we think you'd be a great fit for an upcoming episode. forms.gle/zXR2KGPK3WEmbrRZ6 <
S3 E77 · Fri, April 14, 2023
77: Creating Effective School Boards with AJ Crabill
AJ Crabill serves as Conservator at DeSoto ISD — where during his guidance, DeSoto improved from F ratings in academics, finance, and governance to B ratings — and as Governance Director at CGCS. He has also served as Deputy Commissioner at Texas’ Education Agency and Board Chair of Kansas City Public Schools. Join us for this conversation about creating effective school boards, letting go of ego, committing to continuous improvement, and finding alignment within our schools and classrooms. IN THIS EPISODE, WE DISCUSS: AJ’s reflection on the space between intentions and impact. The commitment to continuous improvement in the classroom and in the boardroom. Shifting the mindsets of school board members. Letting go of ego so we can embrace a student-outcome focused approach. The one thing that more schools need to succeed. Peer-to-peer restorative justice in schools. Assessment, standardized testing, and the importance of alignment. The emergence and use of AI and how we can adjust our expectations. A look into AJ’s new book " Great on Their Behalf: Why School Boards Fail, How Yours Can Become Effective ". RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Connect with AJ on Twitter , Instagram , or send him an email at aj@ajcrabill.com Check out AJ’s website: ajcrabill.com Get your copy of AJ’s new book Great on Their Behalf: Why School Boards Fail, How Yours Can Become Effective Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on LinkedIn , Facebook , and Instagram and learn more about her journey here Check out my book Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Impact and Imagination Meet: amzn.to/3AcwlfF Enjoying the show? Leave us a rating and review and help mor
S3 E76 · Fri, March 31, 2023
76: How Web3 is Changing Education with Vriti Saraf
Vriti Saraf is the CEO & founder of k20 Educators where she builds metaverse spaces for learning. She is also a co-founder of the first community organization on blockchain for educators, by educators, called Ed3 DAO. Both organizations aim to reimagine learning. Vriti has served as a teacher, a professor, a dean, & a director in public, private, & charter schools both locally & internationally across k12 & higher education. Join us for this conversation about Web3, what it is, how it is transforming education, and why we should embrace it. IN THIS EPISODE, WE DISCUSS: Web3 and how it’s shaping the future of education. How blockchain allows us, instead of institutions, to own our credentials. Decentralized credentials and flexible learning paths. Decentralized Autonomous Organizations (DAO) allowing for democratic school environments. Fears and concerns about Web3 When educators should use virtual spaces or the metaverse The benefits of hybrid learning AI, ChatGPT, and how they’re teaching us what skills our students should learn RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Connect with Vriti on Twitter and LinkedIn Visit www.vritisaraf.com to learn more about Vriti and her work. Sign up for the Metaverse for Education Newsletter at ed3metavere.substack.com Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on LinkedIn , Facebook , and Instagram and learn more about her journey here Check out my book Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Impact and Imagination Meet: amzn.to/3AcwlfF Enjoying the show? Leave us a rating and review and help more people find us! bit.ly/RebelEducatorApplePodcasts We’d love it if you could take a few minutes to fill out this survey to let us know how we can bring you the best possible content: forms.gle/JcKHf9DHTZnYUmQr6 Interested in being on the Rebel Educator podcast? Fill out this form and we'll reach out to you if we think
S3 E75 · Fri, March 17, 2023
75: Teaching English as a Non-Native Speaker with Sarah Omar
Sarah Omar is a freelance teacher trainer and educator with over 10 years experience in the field of teaching ESL/EFL. She has worked for the British Council in Cairo for eight years, in addition to a couple of other organizations. She is interested in teacher well-being, assessment, and materials development. Sarah has collaborated with her colleagues to record a series of videos on YouTube, IELTS Café, to help learners who are preparing for the exam with some helpful tips and tricks. In her free time she likes to read, listen to music, and travel. Join us for this conversation with Sarah about being an ESL educator who is a non-native speaker of English, hurdles she’s had to overcome, and how she is hoping to change the ESL space to be more inclusive of non-native speakers. IN THIS EPISODE, WE DISCUSS: Sarah’s experience becoming an ESL educator Hurdles that Sarah had to overcome as a non-native speaker of English Norms that Sarah challenged in her field What we can do to reduce hurdles in this space How Sarah is working to make the ESL space more inclusive of non-native speakers of English Sarah’s journey towards entrepreneurship RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Connect with Sarah on LinkedIn Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on LinkedIn , Facebook , and Instagram and learn more about her journey here Check out my book Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Impact and Imagination Meet: amzn.to/3AcwlfF Enjoying the show? Leave us a rating and review and help more people find us! bit.ly/RebelEducatorApplePodcasts We’d love it if you could take a few minutes to fill out this survey to let us know how we can bring you the best possible content: forms.gle/JcKHf9DHTZnYUmQr6 Interested in being on the Rebel Educator podcast? Fill out this form and we'll reach out to you if we think you'd be a great fit for an upcoming episode. forms.gle/zXR2KGPK3WEmbrRZ6 Want to lea
S3 E74 · Fri, March 03, 2023
74: Showcasing Learning Without Grades with Mike Flanagan
Mike Flanagan is the CEO of the Mastery Transcript Consortium (MTC), a growing group of high schools creating a digital high school transcript that opens up opportunity for each and every student — from all backgrounds, locations, and types of schools — to have their unique strengths, abilities, interests, and histories fostered, understood, and celebrated. Mike oversaw the design and development of Mastery Transcript software products, connecting with members and advisors to manage the MTC product roadmap till May, 2021. He is an experienced education technology executive, most recently having served as CEO of the Services Division at the National Association of Independent Schools, where he led a complete redesign and relaunch of their School and Student Services financial aid platforms. Join us for this conversation about what high schools could look like, why report cards fail to showcase student competencies, and how the Mastery Transcript is able to meet the assessment needs of progressive schooling models. IN THIS EPISODE, WE DISCUSS: Mastery learning and what high school could and should look like. Report card alternatives that meet the needs of progressive schooling models. Why some schools are choosing this approach. What skills are most important for learners to develop. How higher education has responded to applicants who use Mastery Transcripts. Combining student portfolios and educator assessments to display learner competencies. RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Connect with Mike on LinkedIn Visit mastery.org to learn how they are transforming the High School experience Watch this video to hear what students think about the Mastery Transcript Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on LinkedIn , Facebook , and Instagram and learn more about her journey here Check out my book Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Impact and Imagination Meet: amzn.to/3AcwlfF Enjoying the show? Leave us a rating and review and help more people find us! <a href="https://bit.ly/RebelEducatorApplePodcasts
S3 E73 · Fri, February 17, 2023
73: 21st Century Education with Yvette Larsson
Yvette Larsson, an international Swede, is passionate about learning and innovation so that we can create a better world together. She uses applied neuroscience, focusing on our human potential and the question: What does it mean to be human in a global age of technology? Her personal story starts 100 kilometers above the Arctic Circle, where she grew up with a lot of freedom and adventure to roam the mountains and the forests of Swedish Lapland. She admits that she was often bored. In hindsight, she has realized that she developed her sense of creativity and entrepreneurial mindset from growing up in a UNESCO protected area with omnipresent nature as her playground. She became an avid reader, traveled in her imagination, explored ideas, and still does. Join us for this conversation about 21st century education, what students want, and what we can do to create a more modern education for learners. IN THIS EPISODE, WE DISCUSS: What does it mean to be a human in the global age of technology. How to balance in-person and digital connection and communication. What is a hackathon and how it’s redesigning education for “glocal” communities. The key message youth want adults to know and how we can best support their need. How Yvette collaborated with others to create a successful well-being program at her school. Yvette’s journey with co-founding AHA to develop learning experiences for the 21st century. RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Connect with Yvette on LinkedIn and Instagram and visit her website Visit ahaacceleratingeducation.org to learn more about their work to boost human potential through neuroscience Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on LinkedIn , Facebook , and Instagram and learn more about her journey here Check out my book Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Impact and Imagination Meet: amzn.to/3AcwlfF Enjoying the show? Leave us a rating and rev
S3 E72 · Fri, February 03, 2023
72: EdTech and the Future of Education with Malvika Bhagwat
Malvika brings a wealth of education experience with a particular expertise in assessment design, learning sciences research, and outcomes measurement. At Owl, Malvika leads all portfolio services and partners closely with Owl’s 50+ portfolio companies on their impact and outcomes objectives. She also serves as an thought partner to many of Owl’s limited partners globally and leads the creation of Owl’s annual Education Outcomes Report and Owl Insights. Prior to joining Owl, Malvika was at Emerson Collective, where she led impact and efficacy efforts for a portfolio of EdTech companies, and before that she spent four years as an early employee at Newsela building out their research and assessment teams. In prior roles, Malvika has worked on assessment design across India, US, & Gulf countries, volunteered as a teacher for low SES communities and was on the founding team for Mindspark, an English language learning program for children in India. Malvika has been an invited speaker conferences like ASU GSV, SXSWedu, ISTE and SIIA Education Impact Symposium and currently serves as an advisor on EdTech Evidence Exchange’s Industry Council, Google’s Education Advisory Council and IES’s Council for Scaling Innovations. She holds a M.Ed degree from the Harvard Graduate School of Education. Join us for this conversation about EdTech (education technology) and its role in supporting the future of education for learners of all ages. IN THIS EPISODE, WE DISCUSS: Malvika's journey in education and an experience that showed her how broken the system was. Learner outcomes and how we can assess if students are really learning. Using scale, access, and outcomes to measure the success of education technology. The role of EdTech in the classroom and some examples. Can social emotional learning be developed using a screen? The impact of EdTech on the future of education. What the journey of an EdTech founder can look like. RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Connect with Malvika on LinkedIn Sent Malvika an email at malvika@owlvc.com Visit owlvc.com to learn more about their work in support the digital revolution in education Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library Visit us at <a href="https://www.upa
S3 E71 · Fri, January 20, 2023
71: Learning is the Work of Learners with Dr. Bobbi Macdonald
Dr. Bobbi Macdonald serves as the Senior Partner for Ecosystem Growth and Advancement for Education Reimagined, a non profit organization dedicated to a transformational vision for education. Her previous work as Executive Director of City Neighbors in Baltimore sought to provide an answer to the question, "What would it take for every student to be known, loved, and inspired?" That question remains at the heart of her work today. Bobbi most recently completed her Doctorate in Education Leadership from Harvard University. Join us for this conversation about the paradigm shift that needs to happen so students can have full agency over their learning. IN THIS EPISODE, WE DISCUSS: What it would take for every student to feel known, loved, and inspired. Shifting the paradigm to increase learner agency. 5 foundational elements about children and how they learn. What this system of change looks like in a school. The massive illusion we hold about schools. Creating the spaces we want with students, parents, and communities. RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Connect with Bobbi and Education Reimagined on Twitter Visit education-reimagined.org and thebigidea.education-reimagined.org to learn more about their work to center learners Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on LinkedIn , Facebook , and Instagram and learn more about her journey here Check out my book Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Impact and Imagination Meet: amzn.to/3AcwlfF Enjoying the show? Leave us a rating and review and help more people find us! bit.ly/RebelEducatorApplePodcasts We’d love it if you could take
S3 E70 · Fri, January 06, 2023
70: Self-Directed Learning with Jacqueline Evanecz
Jacqueline Evanecz is a teacher-turned-entrepreneur, who's using her years of experience in elementary and secondary education to create a peer network for students to direct and manage their own projects. She has seen how transformative learning can be when students take the reins, so her mission is to support teachers and the work they are doing to foster self-directed learners in their classrooms. Join us for this conversation about helping students find their value, why process is more important than final products, and how educators can support student self-directed learning. IN THIS EPISODE, WE DISCUSS: Why self-directed learning is so important. Helping students find their value. The importance of seeing students’ work in progress and not just the final product. Giving educators the tools they need to support student self-directed learning. Projects that encompass a multidisciplinary approach to learning. The key to helping students find their value. RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Send Jacqueline an email at jacqueline@spinndle.com Connect with Jacqueline and Spinndle on Twitter and LinkedIn Visit spinndle.com to learn more about supporting learning as a process, not just a product. Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on LinkedIn , Facebook , and Instagram and learn more about her journey here Check out my book Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Impact and Imagination Meet: amzn.to/3AcwlfF Enjoying the show? Leave us a rating and review and help more people find us! bit.ly/RebelEducatorApplePodcasts We’d love it if you could take a few minutes to fill out this survey to let us know how we can bring you the best possible content: forms.gle/JcKHf9DHTZnYUmQr6 Interested in being on the Rebel Educator podcast? Fill out this form and we'll reach out to you if we think you'd be a great fit for an upcoming episode. <a href="https://forms.gle/zXR2KGPK3WEm
S3 E69 · Fri, December 23, 2022
69: The Inclusive Education Project with Amanda Selogie and Vickie Brett
Vickie Brett was born and raised in Southern California and through the Inclusive Education Project she focuses on advocating and educating families about their legal rights. Vickie is committed to strengthening her clients who come to her disheartened and beaten down by the current education system. Because Vickie is bilingual, she represents and empowers many monolingual Spanish-speaking families. She is a dedicated pro bono attorney for the Superior Court of Los Angeles’s Juvenile and Dependency 317(e) Panel and in the past was a supervising attorney for the UCI Law School's Special Education Law Project. Amanda Selogie received a bachelor’s degree in Child and Adolescent Development, specializing in Education from California State University, Northridge and a Juris Doctorate from Whittier Law School where she served as a Fellow in the prestigious Center for Children's Rights Fellowship Program and served in the school's pro-bono Special Education Legal Clinic. Amanda immersed herself in the world of civil rights and educational advocacy through her work in education, empowerment and advocacy with the Inclusive Education project, supporting inclusion in early education through her appointment to the Orange County Child Care and Development Planning Council and their Inclusion Collaborative Committee, previous work serving as a supervising attorney for UCI Law School’s Education Rights Pro-bono project and coaching of AYSO’s VIP (Very Important Player) program coaching players living with disabilities and creating an inclusive soccer program. Join us for this important discussion about creating Individualized Education Programs so students can learn and thrive, addressing systemic problems in the education system, and making sure there is understanding and collaboration when developing plans. IN THIS EPISODE, WE DISCUSS: Vickie and Amanda’s journey creating a non-profit to address systemic problems in the education system and advocate for low-income families. The most common challenge when developing IEPs. Having open conversations with educators, administrators, and families about student disabilities, learning styles, and their expectations. Handling difficult moments when collaborating to create a plan that fits the best interest of the child. RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Connect with The Inclusive Education Project on Instagram and Facebook or send them an email at info@iepcalifornia.org Join The Inclusive Education Project Podcast Facebook group Listen to The Inclusive Education Project Podcast . Learn more about <a href="https://www.rebeleducator.c
S3 E68 · Fri, December 09, 2022
68: Taking Initiative with Ella (Yi Xiu) Wang
Known as Ella Wang, but named Yi Xiu, Ella is an East-Asian immigrant who has faced many struggles including language barriers, financial difficulties, low self-esteem, discrimination, and a loss of identity. The one thing that never changed was her passion for traditional instrumental music. It’s what motivated her to keep improving and believing in the present and the future. Today, with a combination of hard work, a supportive network, and a hint of luck, she has become an accomplished international musical performer, speaker, and social entrepreneur. She hopes to share her experience in order to empower others! Join us to learn more about Ella’s experience as an English language learner navigating the school system, her passion for traditional Chinese music, and how it allowed her to shape her learning and motivation. IN THIS EPISODE, WE DISCUSS: Ella’s school experience as an immigrant and English language learner. How school systems can better support English language learners. Ella’s passion for traditional Chinese music and how it shaped her learning style and work ethic. The benefits of self-directed learning and intrinsic motivation. RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Connect with Ella on LinkedIn Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on LinkedIn , Facebook , and Instagram and learn more about her journey here Check out my book Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Impact and Imagination Meet: amzn.to/3AcwlfF Enjoying the show? Leave us a rating and review and help more people find us! bit.ly/RebelEducatorApplePodcasts We’d love it if you could take a few minutes to fill out this survey to let us know how we can bring you the best possible content: forms.gle/JcKHf9DHTZnYUmQr6 Interested in being on the Rebel Educator podcast? Fill out this form and we'll reach out to you if we think you'd be a great fit for an upcoming episode. forms.gle/zXR2KGPK3WEmbrRZ6 Want to learn more about opening your o
S3 E67 · Fri, November 25, 2022
67: Creating Environments Where Learners Can Thrive with Sauda Porter
Sauda Porter is a School Design Partner at Transcend. She has devoted her career to innovative learning and working to create systems to meet the needs of all children. Prior to joining Transcend, she was a Principal, and later Senior Director, at Perspectives Charter Schools. During her time there, Sauda was a true pioneer of digital learning and brought student agency to the network. She holds two master’s degrees from St. Xavier and Lewis University and lives in the suburbs of Chicago, IL. Join us for this conversation about creating an education system that is whole child focused, healing informed, and collaborative. IN THIS EPISODE, WE DISCUSS: Leaps needed to create environments where learners can thrive. Healing-informed teaching and social emotional learning. Activities for supporting teachers in their own social emotional development. Sauda’s path from first year principal to School Design Partner at Transcend. Taking a community approach to meeting the needs of students and parents. Shifting the education framework so learners can develop the skills they need to be future-ready. RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Send Sauda an email at sauda@transcendeducation.org and connect with her on Facebook and Instagram Visit www.transcendeducation.org to learn more about the work they’re doing to support communities in creating extraordinary, equitable learning environments. Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on LinkedIn , Facebook , and Instagram and learn more about her journey here Check out my book Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Impact and Imagination Meet: <a href="https:
S3 E66 · Fri, November 11, 2022
66: The Collaborative Classroom with Kelly Stuart
Kelly Stuart serves as President and Chief Executive Officer at Collaborative Classroom. In earlier roles at Collaborative Classroom, Stuart worked as Chief Operating Officer, Vice President of Dissemination and Implementation, and Assistant Director of Dissemination. Previously, she served as the senior research associate at WestEd, where she led dissemination for the Doing What Works (DWW) website, which developed practical tools and videos to support educators in their understanding and use of proven research-based practices based on IES Practice Guides. Also while at WestEd, Dr. Stuart launched the U.S. Department of Education’s School Turnaround Learning Community (STLC), an online community for states, districts, and schools involved in turnaround efforts. Prior to WestEd, she was the director of special programs at the Success for All Foundation. Since beginning her career as an elementary school teacher, Stuart has worked with educators in schools and after-school sites in every state. Join us for this conversation about the integration of literacy and social emotional learning, how it helps students build social skills, increases their collaboration, and supports their autonomy. IN THIS EPISODE, WE DISCUSS: Kelly’s journey with Collaborative Classroom and the work they do The connection between literacy and social emotional learning Developing curriculum that supports neurodiverse learning and student autonomy Creating tools and systems to support teachers when introducing new curriculum RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Connect with Kelly on LinkedIn Visit collaborativeclassroom.org to learn more about their work Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on LinkedIn , Facebook , and Instagram and learn more about her journey here Check out my book Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Impact and Imagination Meet: <a href="https://am
S3 E65 · Fri, October 28, 2022
65: Teachers As Agents of Change with Barnett Berry
Barnett Berry is a Research Professor at the University of South Carolina, and serves as Senior Director for Policy & Innovation. His work in the 1990s with the National Commission on Teaching and America's Future led to his founding of the Center for Teaching Quality in 1999, a non-profit that focused on igniting teacher leadership to transform public education for more equitable outcomes for students. He is author of over 150 peer review articles, book chapters, and trade journal publications focused on teaching policy, teacher leadership, and systemic change in education. His two books, TEACHING 2030 and Teacherpreneurs: Innovative Teachers Who Lead But Don't Leave, frame a bold vision for the profession's future. In 2021, he was honored with the James A. Kelly Award for Advancing Accomplished Teaching by the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards. Join us for this important conversation about educating the whole child, creating deeper learning systems, and supporting teachers as agents of change. IN THIS EPISODE, WE DISCUSS: Three reasons why some school reforms have failed How we can reform schools without burdening teachers The benefits of collaboration and teaching as teams Using technology and community to reorganize people and schooling What we need before we can achieve whole child education RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Send Barnett an email at barnettberry@sc.edu and connect with him Twitter Check out Barnett’s books, Teaching 2030 and Teacherpreneurs: Innovation Teachers Who Lead But Don’t Leave Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on LinkedIn , Facebook , and Instagram and learn more about her journey here Check out my book Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Impact and Imagination Meet: amzn.to/3AcwlfF Enjoying the show? Leave us a rating and review and help more people find us! <a href="https://bit.ly/RebelEdu
S3 E64 · Fri, October 14, 2022
64: Lessons from the Pandemic with Dr. Shira Leibowitz
Dr. Shira Leibowitz is founder and CEO of Discovery Village Childcare Center and Preschool and of REVABILITIES™ Educational Leadership Training Center. She is also a member of the faculty at Northeastern University, teaching and advising doctoral students in education. Prior to opening Discovery Village and REVABIILITIES™, Dr. Leibowitz served for twenty years as a principal of pre-kindergarten through eighth grade schools. She is author of The Coach Approach To School Leadership: Leading Teachers To Higher Levels of Effectiveness and Havens of Hope: Ideas for Redesigning Education From The COVID-19 Pandemic. Join us for this conversation about pushing the boundaries of standardization, learning during the pandemic, and finding the essence of what matters most in your school. IN THIS EPISODE, WE DISCUSS: Shira’s educational journey Pushing the boundaries of standardization through the use of play and self-direction Observations of the social emotional behaviors of young children experiencing school for the first time during the pandemic Finding the essence of what matters most and implementing it Shira’s experience running a school during the pandemic RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Connect with Shira on Facebook , Instagram , Twitter , LinkedIn , and TikTok Join Shira’s Facebook group: Stand Out Educational Leadership: Early Childhood, Microschools, and K-12 Check out Shira’s childcare center and preschool Discovery Village Visit revabilities.com to explore how Shira can help you transform your school Get your copy of Shira’s newest book Havens of Hope: Ideas for Redesigning Education From The COVID-19 Pandemic Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on LinkedIn , Facebook , and Instagram and learn more about her journey <a href="ht
S3 E63 · Fri, September 30, 2022
63: Sustainable Teaching with Mandy Rice
Mandy Rice was a classroom teacher for 10 years when she discovered that by flipping her classroom she got a 91% passing rate in her AP class. She works with teachers who crave a student-centered classroom by giving them the tools to get exactly what they want, which is a classroom culture of student accountability, innovation, and growth. She is the founder of Teach on a Mission where she advocates and empowers educators to take back their classrooms and maintain the necessary boundaries of personal and professional lives. Her YouTube videos have over 1 million views and she is the host of The Sustainable Teacher Podcast. Join us for this conversation about teacher burn out, finding ways to make teaching more sustainable, and why teachers need to be able to adapt to new ways of sharing content. IN THIS EPISODE, WE COVER: Why so many teachers are leaving the field What we can do to make teaching a more sustainable career The idea of learning loss and why it creates a rigid outlook about when learning can happen How a more equitable and accessible education can also benefit teachers What teachers need the most that they’re not getting right now Why teachers need to be able adapt and teach accessible content, from multiple avenues, in a sustainable way RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Connect with Mandy on Instagram , Facebook and LinkedIn Listen to Mandy’s Sustainable Teacher Podcast Check out teachonamission.com to learn more about building sustainable classrooms Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on LinkedIn , Facebook , and Instagram and learn more about her journey here Check out my new book Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Impact and Imagination Meet: amzn.to/3AcwlfF Enjoying the show? Leave us a rating and review and help more people find us! bit.ly/RebelEducatorApplePodcasts </p
Bonus · Fri, September 30, 2022
What is a Rebel Educator?
Welcome to Season 3 Rebel Educators! I recently had a conversation about why we chose the name "Rebel Educator" and what it means to me. I wanted to share with you the reason why I started this podcast, what it means to be a Rebel Educator, and what I think we can accomplish when we all challenge the status quo. Thank you for listening and enjoy the season! RESOURCES AND LINKS: Check out my bestselling book Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Impact and Imagination Meet: amzn.to/3AcwlfF Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on LinkedIn , Facebook , and Instagram and learn more about her journey here Enjoying the show? Leave us a rating and review and help more people find us! bit.ly/RebelEducatorApplePodcasts Have a topic you’d like to hear discussed? Fill out this form: forms.gle/JcKHf9DHTZnYUmQr6 Interested in being on the Rebel Educator podcast or want to recommend a guest? Fill out this form and we'll reach out to you if we think you'd be a great fit for an upcoming episode. forms.gle/zXR2KGPK3WEmbrRZ6 Want to learn more about opening your own UP Academy? Check out the Rebel Educator Accelerator: www.rebeleducator.com/courses/the-accelerator MORE ABOUT THE REBEL EDUCATOR PODCAST: In each episode of the Rebel Educator podcast, I deconstruct world-class educators, students, and thought leaders in education to extract the tactics, tools, and routines that you can use as teachers and parents. Join me as we discuss how to shift the classroom, the learning environment, the mindset, and the pedagogy, to resist tradition, reignite wonder, and re-imagine the future of education. This podcast is dedicated to all of the educators who work thankless hours to make our next generation the best it can be. It was designed to begin conversations on how we can redesign education for the future of work and the success of our students. It is meant for teachers, students, administrators, homeschoolers and anyone who interacts with and teaches youth. We’re thrilled
S2 E62 · Fri, September 16, 2022
62: Open Mind School - The Complete Series with Marina Vaserman, the Open Mind Social Innovation Lab, and Rachel Kripke-Ludwig
I’m excited to bring you this compilation of our series of episodes with Open Mind School. Open Mind School has been a mentor for me in launching UP Academy and they are a leader in inclusion education. Learning about their innovation lab, talking to their leadership, and hearing from their students is a unique experience and one that shouldn’t be missed. I hope you enjoy this mini-series with Open Mind School. IN THIS EPISODE, WE COVER: Eradicating social isolation, creating truly inclusive spaces, and the importance of having supportive communities in and out of schools Changemakers at Open Mind School Innovation Lab discuss what it means to be a social innovator and why we need to challenge the status quo A conversation with Rachel Kripke-Ludwig, her educational journey and the importance of supporting non-speakers and finding effective communication methods RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Learn more about Open Mind School and their Social Innovation Lab Check out my bestselling book Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Impact and Imagination Meet: amzn.to/3AcwlfF Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, sign up for a webinar and check out our project library Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on LinkedIn , Facebook , and Instagram and learn more about her journey here Enjoying the show? Leave us a rating and review and help more people find us! bit.ly/RebelEducatorApplePodcasts Have a topic you’d like to hear discussed? Fill out this form: forms.gle/JcKHf9DHTZnYUmQr6 Interested in being on the Rebel Educator podcast or want to recommend a guest? Fill out this form and we'll reach out to you if we think you'd be a great fit for an upcoming episode. forms.gle/zXR2KGPK3WEmbrRZ6 Want to learn more about opening your own UP Academy? Check out the Rebel Educator Accelerator: www.rebeleducator.com/courses/the-accele
S2 E61 · Fri, September 02, 2022
61: Highlights From Your Favorite Episodes with Tanya Sheckley
It’s been such a wonderful season on the Rebel Educator podcast! I’m so excited to share these highlights from your all-time favorite episodes. Thank you for tuning in and supporting us in this journey to reimagine education and build a better future for all learners. Keep challenging the status quo Rebel Educators! IN THIS EPISODE, WE COVER: Meaningful Learning with Raheen Fatima (ep. 35) The Intersection of Inclusion, Diversity, and Ableism with Heather Clarke (ep. 47) Designing Learning Frameworks for a Changing World with Chris Menage (ep. 44) Experiential Online Learning with Tony DeRose (ep. 50) Vitality Centered Education with Jenny Finn and the Springhouse Community School (ep. 30) RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Listen to the full episodes here Check out my bestselling book Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Impact and Imagination Meet: amzn.to/3AcwlfF Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, sign up for a webinar and check out our project library Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on LinkedIn , Facebook , and Instagram and learn more about her journey here Enjoying the show? Leave us a rating and review and help more people find us! bit.ly/RebelEducatorApplePodcasts Have a topic you’d like to hear discussed? Fill out this form: forms.gle/JcKHf9DHTZnYUmQr6 Interested in being on the Rebel Educator podcast or want to recommend a guest? Fill out this form and we'll reach out to you if we think you'd be a great fit for an upcoming episode. forms.gle/zXR2KGPK3WEmbrRZ6 Want to learn more about opening your own UP Academy? Check out the Rebel Educator Accelerator: www.rebeleducator.com/courses/the-accelerator MORE ABOUT THE REBEL EDUCATOR PODCAST: In each episode of the Rebel Educator podcast, I deconstruct world-class educators, students, and thought leaders in education to extract the tactics, tools, and routines
S2 E60 · Fri, August 19, 2022
60: Social Innovation at Open Mind School (Part 3 of 3) with Rachel Kripke-Ludwig
Rachel Kripke-Ludwig is a nonspeaking, college bound autistic advocate. She attends Open Mind School in Menlo Park, and is a Community Partner in the AASPIRE Community Based Participatory Research Group, working on a five-year project to develop tools to measure outcomes for adult autism services. She is also on the Community Advisory Council of CommunicationFIRST, the only nonprofit organization dedicated to protecting and advancing the civil rights of people who cannot rely on speech to communicate. To learn more please see, Rachel Tells it All. Join us to learn more about Rachel, her educational journey and the importance of supporting non-speakers and finding effective communication methods. IN THIS EPISODE, WE COVER: Including non-speaking people in regular classwork How Rachel uses her letterboard to communicate her thoughts Rachel’s educational journey How the Social Innovation Lab at Open Mind, Silicon Valley supports disabled and non-disabled students The importance of finding effective communication methods RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Check out the Social Innovation Lab at Open Mind, Silicon Valley and learn more about their current projects Connect with Open Mind, Silicon Valley on Facebook , Twitter , Instagram , Pinterest , and YouTube Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, sign up for a webinar and check out our project library Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on LinkedIn , Facebook , and Instagram and learn more about her journey here Check out my new book Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Impact and Imagination Meet: amzn.to/3AcwlfF Enjoying the show? Leave us a rating and review and help more people find us! bit.ly/RebelEducatorApplePodcasts We’d love it if you could take a few minutes to f
S2 E59 · Fri, August 05, 2022
59: Social Innovation at Open Mind School (Part 2 of 3) with the Open Minds, Silicon Valley Social Innovation Lab
As an inclusive podcast our guests are both speakers and non-speakers. In this episode students and staff from the Open Mind, Silicon Valley Social Innovation Lab (OMSIL) come together, using various tools, to tell us all about social innovation. The OMSIL bridges the gap between neurodivergent populations and the development of products, services, and research. It is an incubator for new technologies to be designed, tested, and launched with the support of K-12 students. Their mission is to research and advocate for universal design and accessibility. Join us to listen to these incredible changemakers discuss what it means to be a social innovator and why we need to challenge the status quo. IN THIS EPISODE, WE COVER: - What it means to be a social innovator - Having the courage to challenge the status quo and break down unconscious biases - Improving access to communication tools for non-speakers - The intersection between neuroscience, technology, and social change RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: - Check out the Social Innovation Lab at Open Mind, Silicon Valley and learn more about their current projects - Connect with Open Mind, Silicon Valley on Facebook , Twitter , Instagram , Pinterest , and YouTube - Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, sign up for a webinar and check out our project library - Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment - Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on LinkedIn , Facebook , and Instagram and learn more about her journey here Check out my new book Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Impact and Imagination Meet: amzn.to/3AcwlfF Enjoying the show? Leave us a rating and review and help more people find us! bit.ly/RebelEducatorApplePodcasts We’d love it if you could take a few minutes to fill out this survey to let us know how we can bring you the best possib
S2 E58 · Fri, July 22, 2022
58: Social Innovation at Open Mind School (Part 1 of 3) with Marina Vaserman
Marina Vaserman is a Doctor of Social Work and she has dedicated her life personally and professionally to servicing youth in our community. Her background is in the field of mental health, neuroscience, and educational advocacy. She specializes in working with foster youth, children identified as gifted learners, and children with learning differences. Marina is an experienced founder and board member working in the nonprofit sector with startups and social impact organizations. She consults and runs trainings in the school system including public, private, charter, and nonpublic schools on the topics of inclusion, neurodiversity, universal design for learning, curriculum differentiation and personalization and trauma-informed practices. Marina is a highly sought-after guest speaker for presentations, conferences, workshops, podcasts, and trainings. She is also the founder and executive director of Open Mind School, a prek-12 inclusion school in Menlo Park and the clinical director of Open Mind Center for Brain and Behavior, a mental health and behavioral health outreach clinic. When she's not at work, you can catch her in the local community with her son and foster children exploring trails, parks, and the SF Bay Area. Join us for this important conversation about eradicating social isolation, creating truly inclusive spaces, and the importance of having supportive communities in and out of schools. IN THIS EPISODE, WE COVER: Why Marina created the Open Mind School and what het goals are Eradicating social isolation and implementing true inclusion How school leaders and parents can make the mind shift needed to support inclusive learning Why community support is necessary for creating inclusive schools The importance of having a supportive, passionate, and knowledgeable staff and a community to rely on Giving students agency and voice to be changemakers RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Connect with Marina and the Open Mind School on Facebook , Twitter , Instagram , Pinterest , and YouTube Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, sign up for a webinar and check out our project library Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment Connect with Tanya and UP A
S2 E57 · Fri, July 08, 2022
57: Increasing Student Engagement with Adam F.C. Fletcher
Adam F.C. Fletcher is a writer, speaker and consultant focused on human engagement, education transformation, and social change. Exciting, educating, and empowering are some of the words people have used to describe Adam F.C. Fletcher. A specialist in human engagement for more than two decades, he has consulted on more than two dozen international projects; written more than 50 publications; keynoted more than 300 conferences; and worked with more than 500 organizations focused on engaging everyone, everywhere, all of the time. As the founder of more than 100 initiatives in dozens of communities, he has supported thousands of low-income people, people of color, and other communities experiencing inequity as they become engaged in changing their lives and changing our world. Today, he is the director of the Freechild Institute for Youth Engagement; SoundOut.org Supporting Meaningful Student Involvement, and; NorthOmahaHistory.com. Join us for a conversation about the challenges that adultism creates, shifting school culture, and creating schools where students are meaningfully engaged. IN THIS EPISODE, WE COVER: How Adam works with schools to increase student engagement, student voice, and equity Culture, attitudes, and systems and their role in shifting the educational system Why adultism is the biggest hindrance to changes in schools What school looks like when students are agents of their own learning Moving away from standardized testing and creating measures that assess other outcomes of schooling Involving students in school and district wide democratic decision making RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Connect with Adam on LinkedIn Visit adamfletcher.net to learn more about Adam’s work and his mission to reengage all students Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, sign up for a webinar and check out our project library Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on LinkedIn , Facebook , and Instagram and learn more about her journey here Check out my new book Rebel Educator: Create Classrooms Where Impact and Imagination Meet: <a href="https://amzn.to/3Acw
Bonus · Thu, June 30, 2022
My New Book Is Here!
I’m excited to announce that my new book, Rebel Educator , has officially launched and in this special episode you can listen to an excerpt! What is Rebel Educator? As a caring, dedicated teacher, parent, or educational professional, are you feeling more and more frustrated by the confines of today’s educational environment? In Rebel Educator , I take a tough, honest look at our modern educational system while providing actionable insights and ideas to fill the classroom with imagination and curiosity. Grounded in neuroscience yet presented without academic jargon, making it inviting and accessible to parents and teachers alike, Rebel Educator makes a strong, compelling argument for a new educational model for our children—one that teaches them to enjoy learning, bolsters their confidence, and prepares them with the teamwork skills that are vital to long-term life success. My publisher has agreed to discount the ebook version from its full list price down to $0.99 for the first week of launch so I can share it at a reduced cost. I’d love to offer you a discounted copy! With the ebook, you can read it from any phone, tablet, or computer. If you’re more of a “feel the paper” type, the physical book is available as well! Click here to purchase the ebook at the discounted rate. How can you help? Do NOT feel obligated, but if you have an active Amazon account, I’d be extremely grateful if you could buy the book and leave a review. Reviews are the most important factor in how many new readers the book is able to reach, and each one makes a big difference! Thank you so much for your support! I’m so grateful. We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more: Simplify and streamline technology Save teachers’ time Reliably meet Tier 1 standards Improve student performance on state assessments 🚀 Ready to see why leading districts trust IXL for their educational needs? Visit IXL.com/BE today to learn more about how IXL can elevate your school or district.
S2 E56 · Fri, June 24, 2022
56: Shifting the Structures of Schools with Louka Parry
Louka Parry is an educator, strategist and entrepreneur working at the global forefront with schools, systems and organisations as they adapt for the future. As a school teacher, he was promoted to Principal at 27 and has been named Inspirational Public Secondary Teacher of the Year for South Australia. As Founder + CEO of The Learning Future and a Founding Executive of Karanga: The Global Alliance for Social Emotional Learning and Life Skills, he works internationally (in English and Spanish) to support positive change. A rapid learner, he holds two Masters degrees, speaks five languages and recently completed a fellowship at Stanford’s d.school. You’ll normally find him nerding out on ideas, running trails, playing music and generally exploring with a rather insatiable and problematic curiosity. Join us for this thought-provoking conversation about shifting the structures of schools, the importance of personal identity and communities, and what schools need to let go of in order to meet the needs of future generations. IN THIS EPISODE, WE COVER: Louka’s journey as an educator and his thoughts on why education is “the great leveler” How we can shift the structure in which schools exist The purpose of school and why it no longer applies to our modern world The difficulty of innovation within a system that is constantly seeking homeostasis Why we’re no longer in a knowledge economy Designing new models to meet whole people and whole communities Two major things we need to let go of in schools in order to move forward The age of schooling coming to an end and what will come next RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Connect with Louka on Twitter and LinkedIn Check out The Learning Future on Twitter , Instagram , and Facebook Visit thelearningfuture.com to find out more about their work to help schools, educators and organizations to thrive in our constantly changing world. Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, sign up for a webinar and check out our project library Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on LinkedIn</a
S2 E55 · Fri, June 10, 2022
55: Mindful Arts with Andrew Jordan Nance
Andrew Jordan Nance has been an educator since 1990. He is the author of four published books; The Barefoot King, The Lion in Me, Mindful Arts in the Classroom, and the bestseller, Puppy Mind. He is the founder of Mindful Arts San Francisco; a program of the San Francisco Education Fund that provides volunteer mindfulness educators to teach in SF public schools. On KTVU’s SF Loves Learning Mr. Nance was the featured Mindfulness Teacher and his adapted five-episode series of Puppy Mind premiered on KTVU and is distributed to school districts around the country. For almost thirty years he taught performing arts to students from diverse backgrounds, and for eighteen years he was the Conservatory Director at San Francisco’s New Conservatory Theatre Center. Nance is also an award-winning actor and director. He is on the board of directors of several educational nonprofit organizations including Mindful Life Project in Richmond, California and San Francisco’s New Conservatory Theater Center. He is the recipient of the Points of Light Award, a national honor recognizing his volunteer efforts to bring mindfulness to youth. Mindful Arts San Francisco provides volunteer-facilitated mindfulness instruction to SFUSD students through a partnership with the San Francisco Education Fund. Using a published trauma-informed curriculum that uses storytelling, theatre games, and arts activities, students learn focusing techniques to cultivate the skill of present moment awareness to improve attention, self-regulation, and social-emotional learning so that all students can have the opportunity to thrive. Join us for this conversation about the connection between theater arts and mindfulness, how giving students actionable tasks helps them to notice their emotions, and how mindfulness can help student’s thrive. IN THIS EPISODE, WE COVER: What led Andrew to combining his theater experience with mindfulness practice How mindfulness relates to social emotional skills and awareness Focus time and actionable tasks to help students notice the sensations of each emotion The importance of taking moments to belly breathe Mindfulness practice and the positive effect on student behaviors in a post-pandemic classroom How teachers can incorporate mindfulness throughout the school day RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Connect with Andrew on Facebook and Instagram Visit andrewjnance.com to learn more about Andrew and the work he is doing Check out Andrew’s YouTube channel for mindfulness lessons Visit mindfulartssf.org for <a href=
S2 E54 · Fri, May 27, 2022
54: Bridging the Opportunity Gap with Paula Fynboh
Paula Fynboh has extensive nonprofit leadership, program development, and equity and social justice experience at the local, national, and international level. Paula has studied and practiced social change extensively and believes that real and sustainable change happens when people come together at the grassroots and community level around seemingly simple, yet powerful actions that shift the narrative and culture of what is acceptable. Paula currently serves as the Executive Director for Aspire! Afterschool Learning, which provides high-quality, holistic, academic enrichment to students most impacted by the educational opportunity gap in Arlington, VA. Prior to joining Aspire!, Paula developed international community engagement strategies across three continents with a focus on elevating the voices of youth and women in shaping their community and impacting education outcomes. Paula also developed, led, and scaled Sandy Hook Promise’s school safety and violence prevention strategy, training and engaging schools and youth across the country and growing the organization from a startup organization into a nationally recognized nonprofit. Her accomplishments included developing and delivering programs with an anti-racist and equity lens and facilitating a merger to incorporate SAVE Promise Clubs into Sandy Hook Promise’s framework, greatly expanding program delivery, youth engagement, and sustainability. Paula holds a Masters in International Relations from the Fletcher School of Law and Diplomacy at Tufts University, a BS in Family Social Science from the University of Minnesota, and a Fellowship from the Billions Institute for Social Change Leaders. Join us for conversation about how we can stop focusing on only the 60% of students and start supporting all students holistically. IN THIS EPISODE, WE COVER: How volunteering at a homeless shelter helped shape Paula’s view of the world and the work she does at Aspire! Supporting all kinds of students so they are not sidelined and can reach their full potential Why we need to stop making kids adapt to school and what we should do instead Rejecting the idea that meeting the needs of the majority is enough Which values we should be focusing on and how they relate to the resources we choose Asking important questions and centering students Making small changes to create a ripple effect within the education system Why we need to be looking at students in a holistic way RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Connect with Paula on LinkedIn Visit aspireafterschool.org to learn more about how they are helping young people fulfill their potential Learn more about Rebel E
S2 E53 · Fri, May 13, 2022
53: The Future of Work with SJ Barakony
SJ Barakony is an American small business champion with a boundless appreciation for people, entrepreneurship, liberty, & lifelong learning. He started his journey as the Education Sherpa in late 2011; over the next 9+ years, he's been offered a number of opportunities to partner with others, inc. the H7 Network; Founders Live; Economic Impact Catalyst; The Entrepreneurial Leap; Elevate Capital; BeeKonnected, & Web Strategy+ Join us for this conversation about the skills needed for the future of work, how schooling should evolve to develop these skills, and why learning needs to be customized individually. IN THIS EPISODE, WE COVER: The skills needed for future of work are and how schools are preparing learners for it How schooling should evolve to meet the connection with entrepreneurship Why teaching to test, grade levels, siloing of information need to go away Customizing learning based on locality and decentralization The dangers of expertism/credentialism and what the alternative could be The kind of leadership, autonomy, and customization needed for the future of “school” RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Connect with SJ on LinkedIn and Instagram Send SJ an email at sj.barakony@h7network.com or give him a call at 740-206-8844 Visit www.delawareentrepreneurialcenteratowu.com/expert-corner/ and www.everythingdisc.com/sbsl-education to learn more about SJ and his work Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, sign up for a webinar and check out our project library Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on LinkedIn , Facebook , and Instagram and learn more about her journey here We’d love it if you could take a few minutes to fill out this survey to let us know how we can bring you the best possible content: https://forms.gle/JcKHf9DHTZnYUmQr6 Enjoying the show? Leave us a rating and
S2 E52 · Fri, April 29, 2022
52: Reevaluating the Transition into Adulthood with Abby Falik
Abby Falik is the Founder & CEO of Global Citizen Year, an award-winning social entrepreneur, and an expert on the changing landscape of education. She is a frequent speaker and writer, and has been featured in prominent forums and news outlets including the Aspen Ideas Festival, the Fast Company Innovation Festival, The New York Times, The Washington Post, The Chronicle of Higher Education, The Chronicle of Philanthropy, and NPR. Join us for this reevaluation of the transition into adulthood, developing power skills, and becoming global citizens, change-makers, and leaders. IN THIS EPISODE, WE COVER: How Abby combined her experience with travel, education, and non-profits to create and build Global Citizen Year Re-imagining the transition into adulthood How GCY reduces barriers to travel for students A globally oriented generation and what that means for international experiences REAL power skills for the 21st century The importance of students knowing their why and forging their own paths What is the purpose of education and why education and school are not the same thing The Peace Corps, how outdated it is, and what a parallel call to action might look like today RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Connect with Abby on LinkedIn , Instagram , and Twitter and learn more about her here Visit globalcitizenyear.org to learn more about their re-imagining of the transition to adulthood Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, sign up for a webinar and check out our project library Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on LinkedIn , Facebook , and Instagram and learn more about her journey here We’d love it if you could take a few minutes to fill out this survey to let us know how we can bring you the best possible content: https://forms.gle/JcKHf9DHTZnYUmQr6 Enjoying the show? Leave us a rating and review and help more people find us! <a href="https://bit.ly/RebelEducatorApplePodcast
S2 E51 · Fri, April 15, 2022
51: Letting Go of Old Ideas with Homa Tavangar
For over three decades, Homa Sabet Tavangar’s work has addressed themes of culture, innovation, leadership, global citizenship and global competence, and deep diversity, equity, belonging and inclusion. She connects timely topics of the moment with the timeless desire to work with purpose and make a difference – whatever one’s circumstances. Homa’s clients range from Fortune 50 corporations to public, international and independent K-12 schools around the world; from an Ivy League university to Disney Channel and numerous not-for-profit public and multilateral organizations and professional associations. Co-founding the Big Questions Institute and Oneness Lab represents a natural extension of her work, especially during a time of unprecedented global challenges. Homa is the author best-selling Growing Up Global: Raising Children to Be At Home in the World (Random House, 2009), which was the inspiration behind NBC-Universal’s animated series Nina’s World, starring Rita Moreno. Her other books and publications include Global Kids (Barefoot Books, 2019), The Global Education Toolkit for Elementary Learners (Sage/Corwin, 2014), and her 2021 release, 9 BIG Questions Schools Must Answer to Avoid Going "Back to Normal" (*Because "Normal" Wasn't That Great to Begin With), written with Will Richardson, is available now as a free download. A graduate of UCLA and Princeton University, Homa has lived on four continents, has heritage in four world religions, speaks (almost) four languages, and is the mother of three daughters. She and her husband live just outside Philadelphia. Join us for this hope-filled episode about letting go of dead ideas, finding what is sacred to the learning journey, and taking small steps to create global shifts in education. IN THIS EPISODE, WE COVER: Fearless inquiry and starting the Big Questions Institute during a pandemic Which dead ideas need to be left behind in order to keep what is sacred to learning The one thing that educators universally say is sacred to school and learning Why students need to be seen as civilization builders The stories we are telling with our school environments and how we can realign our vision and our practice Taking small steps toward global shifts in education The importance of being able to share our culture with our peers RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Connect with Homa on Twitter , LinkedIn , Instagram , and Facebook and visit her website at homatavangar.com Get the free eBook 9 BIG Questions Schools Must Answer to Avoid
S2 E50 · Fri, April 01, 2022
50: Experiential Online Learning with Tony DeRose
Tony DeRose is currently Chief Content Officer and co-founder of X in a Box, LLC. In partnership with innovative companies, X in a Box (xiab.org) creates world-class lessons that connect the classroom to the real-world. Prior to founding X in a Box Tony was a Senior Scientist at Pixar for 23 years, and for most of that time he led Pixar’s Research Group. In recent years he has contributed to several initiatives to help make math, science, and engineering education more inspiring, primarily for middle and high school students. These initiatives include the Science Behind Pixar museum exhibit, co-founding the Maker Education Initiative (makered.org), as well as creating Pixar in a Box and Imagineering in a Box (both available on Khan Academy). He has received two Scientific and Technical Academy Awards (c) for his work on the mathematics of surfaces, as well as the ACM SIGGRAPH Computer Graphics Achievement Award. He earned a B.S. in physics from UC Davis and a Ph.D. in Computer Science from the UC Berkeley. Join us for this eye opening conversation about Tony’s journey to creating X in a Box, the multidisciplinary nature of the real world, and math in movies. IN THIS EPISODE, WE COVER: Tony’s journey to creating X in a Box The multidisciplinary nature of the real world Project-based and experiential learning What the future of education should be How Tony’s work creates a framework for online learning 2.0 Where Tony’s interest and love for math began The crucial role of mathematics in the making of animated films RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Connect with Tony and X in a Box on LinkedIn Visit xiab.org to learn about their work to create authentic learning experiences Check out storyxperiential.com to see past projects and join the waiting list for future classes. Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, sign up for a webinar and check out our project library Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on LinkedIn , Facebook , and Instagram and learn more about her journey here We’d love it if you could take a few minutes to fill out this
S2 E49 · Fri, March 18, 2022
49: Building Connections Between Curriculum and the Real World with Nicole Dyson
Nicole Dyson is a globally recognized expert and practitioner in project-based learning and youth entrepreneurship. She is the founder of Future Anything, an award-winning, curriculum-aligned entrepreneurship program for high school students, the founder of YouthX, Australia's only startup accelerator program for school-aged entrepreneurs, and the founder of Catapult Cards, a design thinking tool for corporates and classrooms. An experienced educator, Nicole has repeatedly led the design and implementation of whole-school changes to support future ready learning; placing young people at the forefront of co-designing contextually relevant learning experiences. Nicole passionately pushes the boundaries around the future of our education system, and believes the best education empowers young people to bend the future; one youth-led idea at a time. Join us for this conversation about the disconnect between curriculum and real world relevance, why it matters, and how entrepreneurship can bridge the gap and give learners the future ready skills they will need in a world where knowledge is easily accessible. IN THIS EPISODE, WE COVER: The disconnection between curriculum and the real world relevance Meeting benchmarks through authentic experiences Providing space for long-term engagement to grow ideas The success story of a 12-year-old entrepreneur and how entrepreneurship has help him grow and build skills Building connections between enterprise and education With knowledge easily accessible, what future skills and capabilities do students really need Why high school is the perfect time to fail How building curriculum from scratch helps to develop relevant learning experiences RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Connect with Nicole on LinkedIn and Twitter Learn more about YouthX and Catapult Cards Visit futureanything.com to learn more about their work to empower youth entrepreneurship in schools Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, sign up for a webinar and check out our project library Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on LinkedIn , Facebook , and <a href="https://www.i
S2 E48 · Fri, March 04, 2022
48: Fostering Entrepreneurship with Scott Steward
Big Stew, Scott Steward, or Professor Steward (depending on how you know him) has taught business management, entrepreneurship, and marketing at Chicago State University, DePaul University, Roosevelt University, and Lewis University. Scott has a strong and vast business school education and he wants to share all of his knowledge with you. Known as the “force” behind a student’s limitless future, Scott empowers students to become CEOs of their own businesses and lives, and to create wealth on their own terms. Scott Steward is a national voice for youth entrepreneurship. He is a former Chicago Public Schools teacher who recognized the impact of business ownership for youth while growing up on the South Side. Scott launched Genius Lab, a youth based business and technology program, to uncover the inner genius within children while preparing them for life. Scott has more than 30 years of business experience working with Fortune 500 companies like Marriott International, MCI Wireless, and Hertz Car Rental. Scott has been running his own businesses for 20+ years. Join us for this enlightening conversation about entrepreneurship, the power of our minds, and why learning shouldn’t feel like “school”. IN THIS EPISODE, WE COVER: How entrepreneurships can open doors for youth Building self-confidence through understanding the way our brains work The cost of constantly having to perform well Common goals for all people Embracing technology and business thinking Why learning shouldn’t feel like “school” Scott’s challenge to all educators that will help save energy and give students grace RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Connect with Scott Instagram , LinkedIn , and at ScottSteward.com Follow GeniusLab on Instagram , LinkedIn and learn more at GeniusLabChicago.com Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, sign up for a webinar and check out our project library Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on LinkedIn , Facebook , and <a href
S2 E47 · Fri, February 18, 2022
47: The Intersection of Inclusion, Diversity, and Ableism with Heather Clarke
Heather Clarke is a Black Afro-Caribbean mother of 2 small children. She is also neuro-divergent, with an invisible disability. She has over 20 years of experience working as a teacher, and in the field of educational justice and policy. She is an abolitionist educator and universal design for learning expert with more than 20 years’ experience working with children and families with disabilities both in the United States and in other countries. Through Heather’s Learning Advocacy business, she consults with parents and guardians to help them with the process of educational evaluations and the creation and implementation of IFSPs, IEPS, and 504 Plans. She also consults with businesses, organizations, and educators about topics related to racial Diversity Equity and Inclusion, with a focus on the Disability community. Heather is an Early Childhood and Special Education adjunct professor at Queen’s College, CUNY, and Field Mentor to student teachers at NYU. Additionally, Heather helps administer several local advocacy groups focused on addressing Anti-Black racism, ableism and dismantling white supremacy, and other educational needs in her local community. Join us for this conversation about dismantling ableism, creating inclusive spaces from the start, and the compounding challenges of racist and ableist biases. IN THIS EPISODE, WE COVER: Defining and dismantling ableism Creating an inclusive world vs. “fixing” people to function within the current system How universal design allows all students to express themselves Inclusion as an afterthought and why it’s not enough Heather’s dream school that centers around community care The compounding challenges of racist and ableist biases RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Connect with Heather on LinkedIn and Instagram Visit learning-advocate.com to learn more about Heather and her work. Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, sign up for a webinar and check out our project library Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on LinkedIn , <a href="https://www.facebook.com/upaca
S2 E47 · Fri, February 11, 2022
Bonus: A Special Announcement
In this episode, I discuss some changes we're making here at the Rebel Educator podcast! We’d love it if you could take a few minutes to fill out this survey to let us know how we can bring you the best possible content: https://forms.gle/JcKHf9DHTZnYUmQr6 Enjoying the show? Leave us a rating and review and help more people find us! https://bit.ly/RebelEducatorApplePodcasts Interested in being on the Rebel Educator podcast? Fill out this form and we'll reach out to you if we think you'd be a great fit for an upcoming episode. https://forms.gle/zXR2KGPK3WEmbrRZ6 Want to learn more about opening your own UP Academy? Check out the Rebel Educator Accelerator: https://www.rebeleducator.com/courses/the-accelerator RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, sign up for a webinar and check out our project library Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on LinkedIn , Facebook , and Instagram and learn more about her journey here MORE ABOUT THE REBEL EDUCATOR PODCAST: In each episode of the Rebel Educator podcast, I deconstruct world-class educators, students, and thought leaders in education to extract the tactics, tools, and routines that you can use as teachers and parents. Join me as we discuss how to shift the classroom, the learning environment, the mindset, and the pedagogy, to resist tradition, reignite wonder, and re-imagine the future of education. This podcast is dedicated to all of the educators who work thankless hours to make our next generation the best it can be. It was designed to begin conversations on how we can redesign education for the future of work and the success of our students. It is meant for teachers, students, administrators, home schoolers and anyone who interacts with and teaches youth. We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for mat
S2 E46 · Fri, February 04, 2022
46: Changing the Education Game with Matt Barnes
Over 25 years, Matt has run an $18m hospital department, distributed $500m in philanthropy, led an education reform nonprofit, served on nine educational boards from selective public university to pre-K, and coached thousands of parents how to “W.I.N.” The Education Game. He is the father of three amazing teens who were educated in traditional, hybrid, micro, and self-directed learning models. One was a valedictorian at his public high school, another started college at age 15 and is publishing her first book, and a third is working as an administrator at a church at age 15 while also winning several awards in theater. Join us for this brilliant and inspirational conversation about playing the wrong education game and why we need to empower students to drive their own learning in an ever-changing world. IN THIS EPISODE, WE COVER: The traditional education game and why it’s wrong What’s causing some parents to seek alternatives Why continuing to follow the old model is more risky than shifting to a new approach The role of learners, parents, and teachers in changing education from the bottom up How parents and learners can drive their own learning RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Connect with Matt on LinkedIn Visit theeducationgame.com to learn more about their work to help parents support their children’s learning Matt’s upcoming book is titled: “Educating a Parent: A comprehensive guide for early adopters, visionaries, and game changers striving to defy outmoded educational systems and design a learning plan that consistently produces a future-ready child." (Written in collaboration with 27 authors from 8 countries. To be made available for public comment beginning in January 2022.) Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, sign up for a webinar and check out our project library Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on LinkedIn , Facebook , and Instagram and learn more about her journey here Enjoying the show? Leave us a rating and review and help more people find us! https://bit.ly/RebelEducatorApplePodcasts MORE ABOUT THE REBEL EDUC
S2 E45 · Fri, January 28, 2022
45: Curiosity and Clarifying Questions with Chelsea Robberson
Chelsea Robberson always thought that her dream was to be teaching in a classroom, wearing an “I teach for the money & fame" shirt, and loving every second of dancing along with her students to Tooty Ta by Dr. Jean. She took her first classroom role in 2005, served in the states and internationally, and loved it all the way through her first taste of school leadership in 2009. Taking an Assistant Director role pretty much ruined everything… That role is when it happened; the spark she loved with teaching ignited into a bonfire the moment she saw that she could multiply her impact on learners and educators in a meaningful way. Her roles over the years have allowed her to build new programs that pushed the assumed limits of what a classroom should look and function like, what teachers should focus on and learn, and what a school environment should feel like. Since this spark ignited, Chelsea has become (overly) passionate about disrupting the status-quo of education through whatever avenue she’s able to and pushing forward the mission of others with this same thinking. This has allowed her to work as a School Director, revamping schools from the inside out, partner with innovative schools and education-related businesses to better reach their audience through clarifying their message, provide professional development, and serve on boards and leadership teams in strategic and operations focused roles. Join us for a conversation about shifting away from the traditional school model to student-led learning using curiosity and clarifying questions! IN THIS EPISODE, WE COVER: Curiosity and being open-minded snowballing into change Worksheets and time-outs for two-year-olds? The power of clarifying questions An ideal school model that includes global connections Making students feel comfortable in their classrooms Meeting standards while following student’s interests RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Connect with Chelsea on LinkedIn , Instagram and TikTok Visit lealyngrowth.com to learn more about the work Chelsea is doing to move education forward. Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, sign up for a webinar and check out our project library Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment <l
S2 E44 · Fri, January 21, 2022
44: Designing Learning Frameworks for a Changing World with Chris Menage
Chris Menage is an award winning educator and learning design innovator whose purpose is to shape ‘new ways of doing, thinking, seeing and being’ that create the human and social capital needed for progressive communities to thrive. Chris’ experience as a migrant between three countries includes over 20 years’ in private enterprise, government administration, educational and school leadership, not-for-profit boards and local community committees which ensures unique perspectives and fresh insights for this time of flux. Through e2, Chris continues to influence learning design by collaborating with innovators and activating partnerships so as to build capacity in others to ‘learn about meaning, not things’. Join us for this conversation about the benefits of using human centered designs in various industries, what things can limit curiosity and opportunity, and why we need to be able to explore options freely in order to find our best path forward. IN THIS EPISODE, WE COVER: Why human centered design and social capital are the keys to thriving communities Exploring different pathways to find the thing that resonates with you most How expectations limit opportunity and curiosity Using mindfulness naturally to create balance and build habits How giving more agency to learners and teachers benefits everyone What we can achieve through our adversities RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Connect with Chris and e2 education ecosystems on LinkedIn and Twitter Visit educationalecosystems.com.au to learn more about creating human centered learning design Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, sign up for a webinar and check out our project library Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on LinkedIn , Facebook , and Instagram and learn more about her journey here Enjoying the show? Leave us a rating and review and help more people find us! https://bit.ly/RebelEducatorApplePodcasts
S2 E43 · Fri, January 14, 2022
43: Social Dynamics and Independence in Early Adolescence with Chris Balme
Chris Balme is an education leader and innovator, passionate about helping people discover more of their human potential. Chris was the co-founder and CEO of Spark, a US nonprofit which works across the country to re-inspire the love of learning in adolescents. He then co-founded and was Head of School at Millennium School, a lab school in San Francisco which uses developmental science to create powerful new learning methods for adolescents. Most recently, Chris founded and now leads Argonaut, an online program which helps adolescents discover their strengths, explore their identity, and find ways to contribute to the world. He also works with schools and teachers around the world to apply developmental science to design happier and more effective learning. Chris is an Ashoka Fellow, and lives with his wife and three rambunctious children in California. Join us for this discussion about middle school, early adolescent brain development, and why social connectedness and meaningful work is the key to helping middle schoolers reach their potential. In this episode, we cover: Chris’ path to working with middle school students Brain development and neuroplasticity during early adolescence and why using the developmental science at this stage matters Developing a framework for the middle school years A typical day in a middle school built for meeting the needs of adolescence The importance of integrating advisory in promoting connectedness How parents and educators can benefit from support the adolescent transformation Resources and links mentioned in this episode: Find Chris at chrisbalme.com and follow him on Twitter , Instagram , and Facebook Visit argonaut.school to learn more about how their work helps middle schoolers tap into their potential Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, sign up for a webinar and check out our project library Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on Twitter , Facebook , and Instagram and learn more about her journey here Enjoying the show? Leave us a review and
S2 E42 · Fri, January 07, 2022
42: Middle School Matters with Andrew Ravin and Denise Daniels
Andrew Ravin is the Founder and Head of School at Workshop Middle School. For nearly 25 years, he’s worked as a social worker, classroom teacher, instructional coach, and school leader. Andrew is an award-winning educator, mentor, and researcher. Most recently, he was named one of the Top 100 Innovators in American Education. Andrew founded Workshop Middle School to be the change he believes in. A movement of small, innovative, and progressive schools that can change the world. What else does he believe in? His family. Hard work. Bicycles. Poetry. And honest conversations about things that matter. Denise Daniels is Co-Founder and Director of Learning at Workshop Middle School. She has more than 22 years of experience in education as a teacher, staff developer, curriculum designer, instructional coach, and school leader. She received a BA from The City College of New York and a Masters of Science in Teaching from Fordham University. Denise is an award-winning educator, speaker, and international trainer that is continuously inspired by the wonder of learning. Denise is an avid reader, an aspiring martial artist and a huge game night fan. Join us for this insightful conversation about the history of middle school, why middle school matters, and what changes we can make to help students move from surviving to thriving during these crucial years. In this episode, we cover: Why only investing in early childhood education is building a bridge to nowhere Shifting from surviving to thriving in the middle school years The history of middle schools and what doesn’t work Creating diverse classrooms Education being more than what exists right now Making small changes to support adolescent learning needs Helping parents understand the benefits of alternative learning options Resources and links mentioned in this episode: Visit Workshop Middle School to learn more about the work they are doing Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on Twitter , Facebook , and Instagram and learn more about her journey here Enjoying the show? Leave us a review and help more people find us! https://bit.ly/RebelEducatorApplePodcasts MORE ABOUT TH
S2 E41 · Fri, December 17, 2021
41: Creating Safer Schools with Nurturing Healing Love with Scarlett Lewis
Scarlett Lewis founded the nonprofit Jesse Lewis Choose Love Movement after her six-year-old son’s murder in the Sandy Hook tragedy on December 14th, 2012. She became part of the solution to the issues in society -- and that also caused the tragedy -- and advocates for social-emotional learning and character education. She's the author of Nurturing Healing Love: A Mother’s Journey of Hope & Forgiveness , a memoir of her journey toward choosing love and forgiveness, and From Sandy Hook to the World: How the Choose Love Movement Transforms Lives , an in-depth look at how Scarlett founded the Movement and its impact around the world today. The Movement's Choose Love for Schools Program is a no-cost, comprehensive, lifespan, next generation, SEL and character development program, empowering educators and students to choose love, handle adversity, and manage their emotions. Choose Love programming is extended into homes, communities, athletics, and the workplace, and has been accessed in all 50 states and more than 100 countries. Speaking across the US and internationally to diverse audiences, Scarlett urges everyone to become part of the solution, dedicating her life to helping children and adults around the world to thrive mentally, socially, and emotionally. She has also been instrumental in changing legislation to incorporate SEL into schools. In 2021, Scarlett was named a Forbes 50 over 50 Impact Honoree, one of 50 women leading the way with impact and changing their communities and the world in ways big and small through social entrepreneurship, law, advocacy and education. Join us for this powerful conversation about tragedy, growth, and how choosing love can create safer schools and a kinder world. In this episode, we cover: How Scarlett’s tragedy moved her to create the Choose Love Movement Social Emotional Learning and essential life skills as the keys to flourishing at all ages Why we need to be taught the skills in both schools and homes How teaching essential life skills makes schools safer Post traumatic growth and learning from trauma The importance of courage, gratitude, forgiveness, and compassion in action Resources and links mentioned in this episode: Visit chooselovemovement.com to learn more about the Jesse Lewis Choose Love Movement and how you can use it at home, school, or work Find Scarlett’s books, From Sandy Hook to the World: How the Choose Love Movement Transforms Lives and Nurturing Healing Love: A Mother’s Journey of Hope and Forgiveness , here Learn more about <a href="https://www.reb
S2 E40 · Fri, December 10, 2021
40: Bio-collective Goals and the Importance of Kindness with Benjamin Freud, Ph.D.
Benjamin Freud is the co-founder of Coconut Thinking, whose ambition is to create spaces for purposeful thinking and action that contribute to the welfare of the bio-collective. Coconut Thinking imagines learning ecosystems that extend beyond physical and conceptual walls. They would be inter-generational and collaborative. Alongside future-ready skills, they would teach future-saving ethics such as “practice eco-reciprocity,” “stand up for justice,” “share with solidarity,” and “act with kindness.” Benjamin is also the Whole School Leader of Learning and Teaching at Prem Tinsulanonda International School in Chiang Mai, Thailand. Benjamin focuses on the ‘lived’ curriculum: on pedagogy, and what classroom practice looks like. He thinks about how to develop a culture of active learning, where the boundaries of disciplines start to disappear and learners engage projects that are meaningful and have an impact on themselves, others, and the world. Join us as we discuss Benjamin’s mission to support learners in making a positive impact on the bio- collective, a curriculum of kindness, and authentic opportunities for assessment and feedback. IN THIS EPISODE, WE COVER: Benjamin’s mission to empower students to have a positive impact on the bio-collective The contradiction of sustainable growth and issues with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) Assessing learning based on contribution and impact Why kindness should be our number one standard Every interaction as an opportunity for assessment and feedback RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Connect with Benjamin on Linkedin or send him an email at benjamin@coconut-thinking.design Visit Coconut Thinking to learn more about purposeful thinking and action that contribute to the welfare of the bio-collective Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on Twitter , Facebook , and Instagram and learn more about her journey here Enjoying the show? Leave us a review and help more people find us! https://bit.ly/RebelEducatorApplePodcasts MORE ABOUT THE REBEL ED
S2 E39 · Fri, December 03, 2021
39: Developing Mental Agility and Resilience with Fabienne Vailes
Fabienne Vailes is the French Language Director at the University of Bristol, Senior Fellow of HEA and Director of Flourishing Education Ltd, with almost 25 years’ experience in the sector. Fabienne is on a mission to change the face of education! Join us for this incredible conversation about developing mental health skills, keeping curiosity alive in a knowledge-rich system, using natural consequences to help learners flourish, the benefits of intrinsic motivation, and the importance of taking risks. IN THIS EPISODE, WE COVER: The difference between the salutogenic and pathogenic approach to mental health How too much knowledge can damage our curiosity Helping students find a balance knowledge and wisdom Making tough decisions that lead to long term benefits The dangers of forced learning Why taking risks and facing challenges helps students before global citizens RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Connect with Fabienne on Twitter , Instagram , and Linkedin Join Fabienne’s Facebook group: Flourishing Parents , a non-judgmental space to discuss topics related to children and young people to empower transformative learning and wellbeing for outstanding futures Check out Fabienne’s books, How to Grow a Grownup: Prepare Your Teen for the Real World and The Flourishing Student: Every tutor’s guide to promoting mental health, well-being, and resilience in Higher Education Visit flourishingeducation.co.uk to learn more about Fabienne's work Listen to the Flourishing Education Podcast Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on Twitter , Facebook , and Instagram and learn more about her journey here Enjoying th
S2 E38 · Fri, November 19, 2021
38: The Intertwining of Business and Education with Komal Shah
Komal Shah is an educational consultant and thought leader on a mission to transform the world through conscious education. After Komal spent five years in the Teach For America program as a middle school educator, she was left wanting more. She wanted more for her own kids and all kids. To pursue this dream, she attended USC Marshall School of Business where she received her MBA. Today she leverages her passion for education, business expertise, and her personal conscious living practices. Her plan is to shift outdated educational paradigms and transform the educational system for the betterment of all children. Join us for this insightful episode where we discuss the link between successful businesses and schools, the importance of consistent messaging, and why we need to seek feedback from our learners. IN THIS EPISODE, WE COVER: Komal’s choice to pursue a business degree after being a successful teacher Why we should be getting feedback from our students The need for flexibility and adaptability in schools and businesses Positive shifts that are happening in schools Helping students listen to their intuition The importance of consistent messaging with learners RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Connect with Komal on Linkedin , Instagram , and Facebook Buy a copy of Komal’s book, Raise Your Hand!: A Call for Consciousness in Education Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on Twitter , Facebook , and Instagram and learn more about her journey here MORE ABOUT THE REBEL EDUCATOR PODCAST: In each episode of the Rebel Educator podcast, I deconstruct world-class educators, students, and thought leaders in education to extract the tactics, tools, and routines that you can use as teachers and parents. Join me as we discuss how to shift the classroom, the learning environment, the mindset, and the pedagogy, to resist tradition, reignite wonder, and re-imagine the future of education. This podcast is dedicated to all of the educators who work thankless hours to
S2 E37 · Fri, November 12, 2021
37: Finding Strengths with Peter Hostrawser
Peter Hostrawser has been a high school business educator for over 18 years, teaching internships, entrepreneurship, web design, and career planning. He is known as the “Unlearning Coach” and for most of his teaching career, Peter has pushed for more skills based training in academic educational systems. Peter is also the host of the Disrupt Education Podcast featuring over 200 episodes showcasing creative and non-traditional learners and their stories and thoughts on how to change education. He has spent countless hours studying these skills and has helped thousands of people find and show their value. Join us for this meaningful conversation about recognizing the challenges students are facing today and what we can do to help them find and grow their strengths. IN THIS EPISODE, WE COVER: Challenges and fears facing students today Why finding and growing strengths matters Building a supportive classroom community where student’s can fail comfortably Community and creating the ideal learning environment The importance of ownership and curiosity in the classroom RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Connect with Peter on Linkedin , Instagram , and Twitter Visit Peter’s website to learn more his work Listen to the Disrupt Education podcast Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on Twitter , Facebook , and Instagram and learn more about her journey here MORE ABOUT THE REBEL EDUCATOR PODCAST: In each episode of the Rebel Educator podcast, I deconstruct world-class educators, students, and thought leaders in education to extract the tactics, tools, and routines that you can use as teachers and parents. Join me as we discuss how to shift the classroom, the learning environment, the mindset, and the pedagogy, to resist tradition, reignite wonder, and re-imagine the future of education. This podcast is dedicated to all of the educators who work thankless hours to make our next generation the best it can be. It was designed to begin conversations on h
S2 E36 · Fri, November 05, 2021
36: Always Evolving with Jeremy Goldstein
With a broad background in teaching, administration, and innovation in education, Jeremy Goldstein started his career after graduate school working as a Forensic Archaeologist and Anthropologist in Southeast Asia. Jeremy's educational leadership journey began when he was tasked with directing a growing Global Education program in Rhode Island. He currently serves on the senior leadership team at Episcopal High School as the Executive Director of the McCain - Ravenel Center where he leads teams in developing innovative curricula, designs professional development opportunities, and builds the school's network of partners in the greater Washington D.C. area and beyond. Using anthropology and a design-thinking mindset as a foundation, he strives to build energy around innovation and connecting communities to unique strategic partnerships. As Chair of the Theology Department, he teaches courses in World Religions, the Holocaust, and anti-Semitism. He lives on the EHS campus with his wife Lucy (EHS Dean of Faculty), their daughter Jane (13), and dog, Callie. Join us for a discussion about the ever-evolving nature of schools and their need to always be flexible, constantly adapting, future-thinking places where students can find joy. IN THIS EPISODE, WE COVER: Practicing positive failure and working towards a vision How the vocabulary we use affects the experiences we create Why goals and visions need to be agile and flexible Planned mindfulness and social-emotional learning as a part of every day Having difficult conversations with students in a digital world The gift of an inclusive learning environment RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Connect with Jeremy on LinkedIn or send him an email here Visit ImmersED Consulting to learn more about their focused approach centered on serving dynamic leaders and organization Check out Episcopal High School and the work that the McCain-Ravenel Center is doing Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on Twitter , Facebook , and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/upacadem
S2 E35 · Fri, October 29, 2021
35: Meaningful Learning with Raheen Fatima
Raheen Fatima is a 13-year-old stand-up comedian, actress, social entrepreneur, Sustainable Development Goals Youth Ambassador and so much more. She is a professional humanitarian interviewer and during the pandemic she has conducted over 500 interviews and sessions to foster global peace and achievements of SDGs. When her brother was diagnosed with cancer in 2018, she realized that one is never too young or old to die. She embarked on her journey with a passion to empower people around her and bring peace to this world. Join us for this encouraging and wide-ranging interview where we discuss Raheen’s experience interviewing hundreds of people, SDGs, socratic schools, the Kardashians, and His Holiness the Dalai Lama. IN THIS EPISODE, WE COVER: Raheen’s experience interviewing hundreds of people and seeking a deeper connection What school has been like for Raheen and why she chose to leave her current school Why teenagers and younger generations are well equipped to assess online information. What it was like to meet and interview His Holiness the Dalai Lama RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Connect with Raheen on LinkedIn , Instagram , and Twitter Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on Twitter , Facebook , and Instagram and learn more about her journey here MORE ABOUT THE REBEL EDUCATOR PODCAST: In each episode of the Rebel Educator podcast, I deconstruct world-class educators, students, and thought leaders in education to extract the tactics, tools, and routines that you can use as teachers and parents. Join me as we discuss how to shift the classroom, the learning environment, the mindset, and the pedagogy, to resist tradition, reignite wonder, and re-imagine the future of education. This podcast is dedicated to all of the educators who work thankless hours to make our next generation the best it can be. It was designed to begin conversations on how we can redesign education for the future of work and the success of our students. It is meant for teachers, students, administrators
S2 E34 · Fri, October 22, 2021
34: Better Leaders Better Schools with Daniel Bauer
Daniel Bauer is an unorthodox Ruckus Maker who has mentored thousands of school leaders through his Better Leaders Better Schools blog, books, podcasts, and powerful coaching experiences. Daniel’s book, Mastermind: Unlocking Talent Within Every School Leader, reimagines what professional development for school administrators looks like in order to meet the needs of all school leaders who currently feel isolated and overwhelmed. Join us for this conversation about the struggles that school leaders are currently facing, the importance of mindfulness and changing perspectives, and how school leaders can work towards minimizing the socio-economic gaps that exist. IN THIS EPISODE, WE COVER: Struggles that school leaders are currently grappling with Daniel’s vision for connecting school leaders Why mindfulness is so important in leadership How changing perspectives can help reinvent what’s possible in education What an ideal education looks like for Daniel How school leaders can work towards minimizing the socio-economic gap while teaching consciously within it’s current existence RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Connect with Daniel on LinkedIn and Twitter You can also reach Daniel at daniel@betterleadersbetterschools.com or 312-788-7595 Get Daniel’s book, Mastermind: Unlocking Talent Within Every School Leader (use the code ‘RUCKUS’ for 20% off the cover price + free shipping!) Visit Better Leaders Better Schools to find Daniel’s podcasts, join a Mastermind, and get resources to build your leadership skills Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on Twitter , Facebook , and Instagram and learn more about her journey here MORE ABOUT THE REBEL EDUCATOR PODCAST: In each episode of the Rebel Educator podcast, I deconstruct world-class educators, students, and thought leaders in education to extract the tactics, tools, and routines that you can use as teachers and pa
S2 E33 · Fri, October 15, 2021
33: Inclusive Language Learning with Dr. Jennifer Preschern
Dr. Jennifer Preschern, CCC-SLP is a USA born speech-language pathologist/learning disabilities teacher. She has spent most of her professional life working in diverse USA public school settings with students from ages 3-15 with various additional needs such as dyslexia, autism, ADHD, and speech/language difficulties. While serving as a pre-school SLP for a school district outside of Chicago, she obtained grant funding to start the first-ever public school LENA program, which has been proven to be a successful method for increasing child language skills and preventing future academic problems. 7 years ago, Jennifer had the opportunity to move to Linz, Austria where she was hired at an International Baccalaureate school as an English teacher. Upon arrival, she was surprised to see that the school had no additional support teachers, making it difficult to include all students. This sparked Jennifer's interest in how or if other IB schools were including students with additional needs. As a result, Jennifer went back to school, obtaining a PhD in literacy from St. Johns University. Her dissertation analyzed International Baccalaureate Primary Years teachers perceptions of dyslexia. Jennifer moved back to Austria where she now works at Johannes Kepler University, teaching English courses. Jennifer has a continued desire to advocate for access to education and currently holds several volunteer positions with global organizations. In this episode we discuss the barriers that teachers and students face in providing an inclusive language learning environment, disagreements within language learning academia, and why we need more than just content to spark learner’s interest. IN THIS EPISODE, WE COVER: Jennifer’s experience with the lack of actionable inclusivity for students with dyslexia The unfair criticism that teacher’s often face Major barriers in supporting students with dyslexia The battle between phonics and whole language learning How the LENA Program helping strengthen early language learning Why education should be more than learning content RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Connect with Jennifer on LinkedIn or send her an email Read Jennifer’s dissertation here Visit the Speech Language Literacy Lab for free resources to support speech, language, and literacy development Check out jenniferpreschern.com for more information and links to free online courses about teaching all readers Visit Lena.org
S2 E32 · Fri, October 08, 2021
32: Supporting the Outliers with Brett Roer
Brett Roer currently serves as Outlier.org’s High School Strategic Partnerships Lead after 16 years empowering high school students in Brooklyn, Queens, and The Bronx. His mission has been to equip high school students with the foundational academic skills needed to graduate from their best-fit colleges and feel both academically and financially supported along the way. Brett has inspired students and families as a high school principal, college and career advisor, and teacher, always fiercely passionate in providing students access to high-quality education. Join us for this wonderful discussion about creating pathways for all students to achieve future success without overburdening teachers. IN THIS EPISODE, WE COVER: Brett’s work helping to provide a third pathway for students who were not being reached The disconnect between education and what is happening in classroom What educators need so that they can find and use the tools they need Systematizing accessible and equitable supports for students who need a more individualized pathway without overburdening educators Challenges to high-school graduation and what can be done to help more students reach that benchmark for future success How being aware of the strengths and struggles of others helps us to better support everyone RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Connect with Brett on LinkedIn Visit outlier.org to learn more about their mission and classes offered Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on Twitter , Facebook , and Instagram and learn more about her journey here MORE ABOUT THE REBEL EDUCATOR PODCAST: In each episode of the Rebel Educator podcast, I deconstruct world-class educators, students, and thought leaders in education to extract the tactics, tools, and routines that you can use as teachers and parents. Join me as we discuss how to shift the classroom, the learning environment, the mindset, and the pedagogy, to resist tradition, reignite wonder, and re-imagine the future of education. This podcast is dedicated to all of the educators who work thankless hours to make our next generation the best it ca
S2 E31 · Fri, October 01, 2021
31: Student-Empowered Microschools with Kelly Smith
Kelly Smith is the founder and CEO of Prenda, an education company that helps parents and teachers operate world-class micro schools by partnering with regulated, state-credentialed educational institutions to engage small groups of students in mastery-focused, project-based learning. Join us as we discuss Kelly’s journey to founding Prenda, the lengths students will go to in order to avoid learning in a traditional setting, the benefits and functions of microschools, and how the pandemic help to facilitate the exploration of alternative options to to the traditional school environment. IN THIS EPISODE, WE COVER: How starting from a place of curiosity led Kelly to create environments that are optimized for learning The way schools incentivize us to avoid learning and what learners really need to be passionate about their learning Creating microschools at kitchen tables around the world Using the microschool model to support students within the traditional school model How the pandemic allowed families to explore alternative approaches to education RESOURCES AND LINKS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Connect with Kelly and Prenda on LinkedIn , Facebook , and Twitter Visit prenda.com to learn more about their mission Learn more about Rebel Educator , explore our professional development opportunities for educators and students, and check out our project library Visit us at UP Academy to learn more about our personalized and inclusive learning environment Connect with Tanya and UP Academy on Twitter , Facebook , and Instagram and learn more about her journey here MORE ABOUT THE REBEL EDUCATOR PODCAST: In each episode of the Rebel Educator podcast, I deconstruct world-class educators, students, and thought leaders in education to extract the tactics, tools, and routines that you can use as teachers and parents. Join me as we discuss how to shift the classroom, the learning environment, the mindset, and the pedagogy, to resist tradition, reignite wonder, and re-imagine the future of education. This podcast is dedicated to all of the educators who work thankless hours to make our next generation the best it can be. It was designed to begin conversations on how we can redesign education for the future of work and the success of our
S1 E30 · Mon, August 02, 2021
30: Vitality Centered Education with Jenny Finn and the Springhouse Community School
Our guest this episode, Jenny Finn, is the co-founder of Springhouse Community School, a vitality-centered school located in rural Appalachia. Jenny, her students, and staff share with us what vitality centered education is and how this method brought to life one semester of algebra. In this episode, we cover: How the Springhouse Community School creates regenerative culture The 5 principles of vitality-centered education Why it can be very difficult to integrate math How we can re-humanize mathematics and deal with the shame that many have felt when learning math The meaning of algebra and how it relates to the real world Students’ perspective and thoughts on the algebra project at Springhouse How a defense of learning works and what it assesses What algebra can look like in the future in order to enhance the life-giving nature of math SHOW NOTES: https://www.podpage.com/rebel-educator/30 We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more: Simplify and streamline technology Save teachers’ time Reliably meet Tier 1 standards Improve student performance on state assessments 🚀 Ready to see why leading districts trust IXL for their educational needs? Visit IXL.com/BE today to learn more about how IXL can elevate your school or district.
S1 E29 · Mon, August 02, 2021
29: Building Future Skills with Thom Markham PhD
Thom Markham is a Project Based Learning pioneer and founder of PBL Global. As a psychologist, author, speaker, educator, and President of PBL Global, an educational organization focused on innovation and transformation through promoting inquiry-based learning, Thom offers a set of unique services that can help schools and districts envision, design, and implement a successful, sustainable plan for educating 21st century young people. In this episode, we cover: How project-based learning helps learners build skills for the future PBL as a tool to bring the system of life and the system of academics together Social-emotional development being supported by project-based learning Can individualized learning happen with PBL The only way to truly to become a great PBL facilitator and teacher How project-based learning allow people to seamlessly enter the workforce with the skills that are necessary Thom’s global coalition of PBL educators and hopes for virtual learning SHOW NOTES: https://www.podpage.com/rebel-educator/29 We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more: Simplify and streamline technology Save teachers’ time Reliably meet Tier 1 standards Improve student performance on state assessments 🚀 Ready to see why leading districts trust IXL for their educational needs? Visit IXL.com/BE today to learn more about how IXL can elevate your school or district.
S1 E28 · Mon, August 02, 2021
28: Technology and the Learning Ecosystem with Michael Robbins
As a senior advisor in the Obama Administration, Michael Robbins led work for the U.S. Department of Education and the White House on community engagement and digital transformation in education. They have spent the last five years leading District of Learning, a technology-enabled ecosystem for anytime-anywhere learning in Washington, DC launched with the MacArthur Foundation and local partners. When the coronavirus pandemic began, Michael started building a global team of educators, social sector leaders, and technology experts to use everything we've learned to scale solutions to our education crisis and remake the future of learning. Michael and his co-founder, Cecily Darden Adams, have recently launched this new effort as Learning Pathmakers. In this episode, we cover: The role of technology in creating partnerships and building the people-side of the learning ecosystem The 4 technologies that will define the way that we interact in school, work, and life 7 steps on the pathway to the future of school Moving towards the creation of a connected learning eco-verse Bridging the gaps between people on all sides of education SHOW NOTES: https://www.podpage.com/rebel-educator/28 We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more: Simplify and streamline technology Save teachers’ time Reliably meet Tier 1 standards Improve student performance on state assessments 🚀 Ready to see why leading districts trust IXL for their educational needs? Visit IXL.com/BE today to learn more about how IXL can elevate your school or district.
S1 E27 · Mon, August 02, 2021
27: Transformative Education with Kyle Wagner
Kyle Wagner is a project-based learning coach and founder of Transform Educational Consulting Limited, helping forward thinking educators create socially, emotionally and globally aware citizens through project-based learning. He has worked with over 1,000 educators in schools across the globe to design and deliver transformative learning experiences for students. In this episode, we cover: Kyle’s introduction to and journey with project-based learning Moving PBL from gifted classrooms into a full and inclusive curriculum When do project-based learning experiences succeed? Challenges with implementing PBL in classrooms How getting rid of standardized testing and combining subjects can facilitate a project-based environment Using portfolios instead of GPAs for college admission Future skills and helping students understand how they learn Connect project-based learning and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) SHOW NOTES: https://www.podpage.com/rebel-educator/27 We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more: Simplify and streamline technology Save teachers’ time Reliably meet Tier 1 standards Improve student performance on state assessments 🚀 Ready to see why leading districts trust IXL for their educational needs? Visit IXL.com/BE today to learn more about how IXL can elevate your school or district.
S1 E26 · Mon, August 02, 2021
26: Remaking Learning with Gregg Behr
Our guest this episode, Gregg Behr, is the founder and co-chair of Remake Learning and author of ‘When You Wonder, You’re Learning: Mister Rogers’ Enduring Lessons for Raising Creative, Curious, Caring Kids’. Gregg is also in his 14th year as the executive director of The Grable Foundation where he helps children and youth become independent, caring, contributing members of society by supporting programs critical to a child’s successful development. In this episode, we cover: How do we rethink instruction, the design of learning spaces, children’s experiences, and support parents and caregivers in a new learning landscapes The changing ways in which young people are developing and experiencing the world differently Harnessing the power of the internet to do good How environment drives behavior and why education needs to be an ecosystem Why educators need spaces to network, explore, and create opportunities Key takeaways from Gregg’s book “When You Wonder, You’re Learning”, inspired by the work of Fred Rogers The flexibility and innovative nature of the education profession SHOW NOTES: https://www.podpage.com/rebel-educator/26 We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more: Simplify and streamline technology Save teachers’ time Reliably meet Tier 1 standards Improve student performance on state assessments 🚀 Ready to see why leading districts trust IXL for their educational needs? Visit IXL.com/BE today to learn more about how IXL can elevate your school or district.
S1 E25 · Mon, August 02, 2021
25: Digital Citizenship with Felix Malombe
In this episode I had the opportunity to speak with Felix Malombe! Felix is the Executive Director and CEO of STEAMLabs Africa, a Technology Integration Specialist and STEAM Enthusiast with an extensive experience in mainstreaming STEAM teaching in schools and communities. He is a Google Certified Educator and Microsoft Innovative Educator Expert with experience in creating and implementing effective digital strategies to aid teaching and learning in the 21st Century. Felix is a diligent and dedicated teacher with many years of teaching STEAM, Computer Science and Mathematics at all school levels. In this episode, we cover: How Felix transitioned from studying computer engineering to being an educator Encouraging digital citizenship The app that Felix’s students created to help those struggling with language barriers Why humanity and character matter in developing technology ethically How one teacher changed Felix’s perspective about school SHOW NOTES: https://www.podpage.com/rebel-educator/25 We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more: Simplify and streamline technology Save teachers’ time Reliably meet Tier 1 standards Improve student performance on state assessments 🚀 Ready to see why leading districts trust IXL for their educational needs? Visit IXL.com/BE today to learn more about how IXL can elevate your school or district.
S1 E24 · Mon, August 02, 2021
24: Creating Inclusive Classrooms with Daniel Sobel
Daniel Sobel is the founder and CEO of Inclusion Expert and leads a team working with over 10,000 schools, offering training and support to professionals working to make education more inclusive. Daniel is the best selling author of ‘Narrowing the Attainment Gap: A Handbook for Schools’ as well as 'Leading on Pastoral Care' and 'The Inclusive Classroom’. He has worked with regional and national governments, the UN, UNESCO, schools and organizations across the UK and internationally to achieve outstanding inclusion. In this episode, we cover: How schools and attitudes towards inclusion have changed over the last 20 years Why we need to ditch labels in order to have a truly inclusive classroom Emotional intelligence as the biggest barrier to creating inclusion schools The culture shift from the sage on the stage to facilitating learning School’s purpose in society, aside from a place of learning Investing in education to create a better and more equitable society SHOW NOTES: https://www.podpage.com/rebel-educator/24 We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more: Simplify and streamline technology Save teachers’ time Reliably meet Tier 1 standards Improve student performance on state assessments 🚀 Ready to see why leading districts trust IXL for their educational needs? Visit IXL.com/BE today to learn more about how IXL can elevate your school or district.
S1 E23 · Mon, August 02, 2021
23: Reimagining the Foundations of Education with Ulcca Hansen
Our guest this week, Ulcca Hansen, is the founding partner of Educating Potential and author of the new book ‘The Future of Smart’. Ulcca has a unique combination of experiences in the public and private sector and within a range of organizations, a proven track record of assessing programs and developing effective teams to deliver transformative and measurable outcomes. Join us as we discuss the origins of our education system and why it needs to change. In this episode, we cover: What is the fundamental problem with the education system The origins of the of our current school system and why it no longer serves us How we can make our learning environments porous Do we really want to get rid of school? Building relationships within a community and fostering student engagement Why content is not the most important aspect of learning Seeing students as resources and not just receptacles of knowledge The Future of Smart and human-centered Liberatory Design SHOW NOTES: https://www.podpage.com/rebel-educator/23 We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more: Simplify and streamline technology Save teachers’ time Reliably meet Tier 1 standards Improve student performance on state assessments 🚀 Ready to see why leading districts trust IXL for their educational needs? Visit IXL.com/BE today to learn more about how IXL can elevate your school or district.
S1 E22 · Mon, August 02, 2021
22: Making Potential Possible with Jin-Soo Huh
Our guest this episode, Jin-Soo Huh, has spent his career working with schools to challenge long held assumptions to get closer to a learning environment that is conducive to encouraging creative, passionate learners. His experience implementing and developing student centered learning models for schools that serve high-needs communities has strengthened his ability to partner with key stakeholders to implement changes at the classroom, school, and network level. Jin-Soo is also a columnist at EdSurge with a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion to make sure all voices are represented as we push what is possible in learning. In this episode, we cover: Bringing together public health and education experts to navigate the current crisis How to create personalized pathways to meet students where they are Which schools are thriving with remote learning Ideas for providing individual intervention and changing the roles of teachers How the pandemic helped all teachers gain an essential proficiency The Learning Accelerator program and making the potential possible The power of connecting history with the present SHOW NOTES: https://www.podpage.com/rebel-educator/22 We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more: Simplify and streamline technology Save teachers’ time Reliably meet Tier 1 standards Improve student performance on state assessments 🚀 Ready to see why leading districts trust IXL for their educational needs? Visit IXL.com/BE today to learn more about how IXL can elevate your school or district.
S1 E21 · Mon, August 02, 2021
21: Measuring Success with Smiles with Sunny Williams
Sunny is a co-founder of Tiny Docs, a company that creates health ‘caretoons’ that educate children and their families about surgical procedures and common health and wellness issues. Sunny measures his success in health outcomes and smiles, instead of dollars and cents and his goal for Tiny Docs is to improve kids’ health and make a billion people smile in one hundred languages. Join us as we discuss Tiny Docs and what education could look like if we measured it in smiles instead of grades. In this episode, we cover: Sunny’s solution for helping anxious children in healthcare settings Why Tiny Docs measures it success with smiles What would happen if we based students’ susses on their engagement, rather than grades The skills are employers looking for Improv as a tool to help students’ build life skills How saying ‘yes, and’, instead of no, can lead to meaningful ideas SHOW NOTES: https://www.podpage.com/rebel-educator/21 We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more: Simplify and streamline technology Save teachers’ time Reliably meet Tier 1 standards Improve student performance on state assessments 🚀 Ready to see why leading districts trust IXL for their educational needs? Visit IXL.com/BE today to learn more about how IXL can elevate your school or district.
S1 E20 · Mon, August 02, 2021
20: Empowering Childhood Learning with Amos Fodchuk
Amos Fodchuk is the President and founder of Advanced Learning Partnerships, Inc., an education consulting firm that delivers customized, wide-ranging professional learning solutions for school districts and IHEs. Amos specializes in instructional leadership development as well as dynamic curriculum and assessment reform. He currently oversees partnerships with districts, corporations, universities, foundations and governmental organizations throughout the Unites States and Canada. In this episode, we cover: Empowering childhood learning through empowered adult learning Creating a supportive and facilitative classroom environment Organically working with communities to evolve education Where do we need to start to revolutionary and incremental changes in education When will true educational innovation and revolution happen Why higher education is no longer a gateway to an interview Parent’s crucial role in education reform SHOW NOTES: https://www.podpage.com/rebel-educator/20 We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more: Simplify and streamline technology Save teachers’ time Reliably meet Tier 1 standards Improve student performance on state assessments 🚀 Ready to see why leading districts trust IXL for their educational needs? Visit IXL.com/BE today to learn more about how IXL can elevate your school or district.
S1 E19 · Mon, August 02, 2021
19: Fearless Inquiry with Will Richardson
A former public school educator of 22 years, Will Richardson has spent the last 15 years developing an international reputation as a leading thinker and writer about the intersection of social online learning networks, education, and systemic change. Most recently, Will is a co-founder of The Big Questions Institute which was created to help educators use "fearless inquiry" to make sense of this complex moment and an uncertain future. Join us as we discuss how to navigate this moment and why we shouldn’t go back to normal. In this episode, we cover: Meeting this moment of crisis with fearless inquiry 9 questions schools need to ask to avoid going back to normal How learning can be more student-centered Getting the social experience of college without cost Will’s best memory from elementary school SHOW NOTES: https://www.podpage.com/rebel-educator/19 We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more: Simplify and streamline technology Save teachers’ time Reliably meet Tier 1 standards Improve student performance on state assessments 🚀 Ready to see why leading districts trust IXL for their educational needs? Visit IXL.com/BE today to learn more about how IXL can elevate your school or district.
S1 E18 · Mon, August 02, 2021
18: The Value of Collaboration with Carly Malatskey
Carly Malatskey is a recent Stanford Graduate where she played on their top ranked soccer team. She is also the host of the SheLeads with Carly podcast where she interviews powerful female leaders from all industries. She was a Mayfield fellow at Stanford and is currently participating in a Coding Bootcamp in Israel. Join us as we discuss Carly’s experience at Stanford, issues that learners face in elementary education that lead to stigmas and biases well into their careers, and what success feels like. In this episode, we cover: Which experiences have best prepared Carly for entering the workforce The benefits of a college experience Flaws in the elementary school system that create stigmas in learners and disparities in the workforce Wanting to learn and being okay with failure Gender bias and sexism in schools and in the workplace What made the biggest impact on Carly’s learning The meaning of success and when it happens SHOW NOTES: https://www.podpage.com/rebel-educator/18 We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more: Simplify and streamline technology Save teachers’ time Reliably meet Tier 1 standards Improve student performance on state assessments 🚀 Ready to see why leading districts trust IXL for their educational needs? Visit IXL.com/BE today to learn more about how IXL can elevate your school or district.
S1 E17 · Mon, August 02, 2021
17: Achieving Success Through Project Based Learning with Bob Lenz
Bob Lenz is the CEO of PBLWorks, an institute that uses project based learning to increase educational equity and provide learning that students connect with. Bob has spent his life creating project based classrooms for himself and teaching others how to do it. We discuss how project based learning prepares kids, especially black and brown and underprivileged learners, for college success through teaching collaboration, public speaking, and project management, and the education myth: just because someone teaches it, doesn’t mean you learn it; just because it was covered, doesn’t mean it was learned. In this episode, we cover: How a poetry project in the 5th grade sparked Bob’s interest in project-based learning Dismantling the myth that project-based learning can only work in certain schools Will kids learn ‘academics’ in a PBL model? What is hindering educators from having more agency in their classrooms and what we can do about it How we can assess students progress without grades How project-based learning works well in remote settings SHOW NOTES: https://www.podpage.com/rebel-educator/17 We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more: Simplify and streamline technology Save teachers’ time Reliably meet Tier 1 standards Improve student performance on state assessments 🚀 Ready to see why leading districts trust IXL for their educational needs? Visit IXL.com/BE today to learn more about how IXL can elevate your school or district.
S1 E16 · Mon, August 02, 2021
16: Unschooling with Olivia Barnes
Enjoy this fascinating conversation with self-directed learner and junior in high school Olivia Barnes. Olivia is engaging and real. Her thought process is probably similar to many students her age, even if her actual path of schooling is not. She is brave, she is different and she is walking her own path. Join us as we discuss why Olivia chose to leave high school, her experiences with unschooling, painting under desks, and where she plans to take her education next. In this episode, we cover: How the Black Lives Movement has impacted Olivia’s life & studies More about Olivia’s mantra “to be different, to be strong, to be you” and how she has accepted who she is and her purpose Why Olivia chose to leave high school and what she did instead Unschooling and what a day of self-directed learning can look like Getting into college after following a non-traditional learning path What an ideal high school experience could look like Why hands-on experiences make a strong impact SHOW NOTES: https://www.podpage.com/rebel-educator/16 We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more: Simplify and streamline technology Save teachers’ time Reliably meet Tier 1 standards Improve student performance on state assessments 🚀 Ready to see why leading districts trust IXL for their educational needs? Visit IXL.com/BE today to learn more about how IXL can elevate your school or district.
S1 E15 · Mon, August 02, 2021
15: The Freedom to Fail with Mark Metry
Mark Metry is an author, podcaster, and keynote speaker and has achieved what many of us define as success. In high school he launched a Minecraft server that saw over 5 million people log on and brought him financial independence, but he still felt like an outsider. In college he became depressed, socially isolated and contemplated suicide. He realized he could either become a statistic or a story. Hear about his journey of self discovery, learning about nutrition for brain success and what you can do when you let go of the of the fear of failing. In this episode, we cover: Taking care of our mental health when sharing our stories Mark’s high-school experience, dealing with a lack of diversity, racism, and bullying How Minecraft led to Mark’s financial independence What can happen when embrace failure Mark’s rockbottom moment and the strategy he used to overcome it The invisible problem that millions of people are dealing with and how schools can help to address it SHOW NOTES: https://www.podpage.com/rebel-educator/15 We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more: Simplify and streamline technology Save teachers’ time Reliably meet Tier 1 standards Improve student performance on state assessments 🚀 Ready to see why leading districts trust IXL for their educational needs? Visit IXL.com/BE today to learn more about how IXL can elevate your school or district.
S1 E14 · Mon, August 02, 2021
14: Interdisciplinary and Collaborative Learning with Sasha Keck
Our guest this episode, high school senior Sasha Keck, shares her favorite memory of school, talks about chairing the Spartan Buddies club, and gives us some ideas on how high school could be made better by requiring fewer classes and allowing students to pursue their passions. Enjoy this conversation with an incredibly insightful student! In this episode, we cover: What’s missing in traditional high school classes Why interdisciplinary learning increases student engagement Equity issues that exist when distance learning What an ideal school experience could look like The benefits of attending college and alternative paths to higher education Sasha’s biggest inspiration and her favorite elementary school experience SHOW NOTES: https://www.podpage.com/rebel-educator/14 We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more: Simplify and streamline technology Save teachers’ time Reliably meet Tier 1 standards Improve student performance on state assessments 🚀 Ready to see why leading districts trust IXL for their educational needs? Visit IXL.com/BE today to learn more about how IXL can elevate your school or district.
S1 E13 · Mon, August 02, 2021
13: Student Autonomy and Success with Liv Levin
Our guest this episode, Liv, is a junior in high school. She shares with us her experience, her biggest influences as teachers, and ideas to make school more equitable. I was impressed by how aware she was of the challenges and discrepancies that exist in high school, even if adults and educators aren't talking about how to fix it - the students see it and are working to make a difference. In this episode, we cover: Why autonomy matters in the way students experience learning Liv’s definition of success as a high school student College’s role in modern society Why school feels less like learning and more like a competition The club Liv started to raise awareness of social justice issues SHOW NOTES: https://www.podpage.com/rebel-educator/13 We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more: Simplify and streamline technology Save teachers’ time Reliably meet Tier 1 standards Improve student performance on state assessments 🚀 Ready to see why leading districts trust IXL for their educational needs? Visit IXL.com/BE today to learn more about how IXL can elevate your school or district.
S1 E12 · Mon, August 02, 2021
12: Redesigning High School with Deborah Olatunji
In this episode, we dive deep into what high school is like, and what it could be like (answer: like a banana split) through discussing Deborah Olatunji’s experiences and her book "Unleashing your Innovative Genius: High School Redesigned". Deborah founded the Student Leadership Initiative Program (SLIP), a social venture that helps mentor and support the game-changers of tomorrow. Her desire to learn from and share the voices of her generation has lead her to the launch of her podcast, Voices of Disruption. Join us as we discuss Deborah’s journey designing her own high school experience and what the future of self-directed learning can look like. In this episode, we cover: The ways modern technology has changed activism and amplified the Black Lives Matter movement What Deborah learned through designing her own learning experience How students and teachers can both be resources for each other Is college really necessary? Where Deborah gets her support and encouragement from and her most memorable elementary school experience SHOW NOTES: https://www.podpage.com/rebel-educator/12 We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more: Simplify and streamline technology Save teachers’ time Reliably meet Tier 1 standards Improve student performance on state assessments 🚀 Ready to see why leading districts trust IXL for their educational needs? Visit IXL.com/BE today to learn more about how IXL can elevate your school or district.
S1 E11 · Mon, August 02, 2021
11: Connecting Industries and Classrooms with Sabari Raja
Nepris Co-Founder and CEO, Sabari Raja, talks with us about creating authenticity in project-based learning. Nepris is a web-based connections platform that allows teachers to connect their classrooms to industry professionals as a way to engage students in science, technology, engineering, and math in the real world. We discuss how to make professionals available in rural districts and areas, helping the 3 out of 4 teachers who have no industry experience support industry learning and the question, "how can you aspire to something you don't know exists?” In this episode, we cover: How our inherited network impacts our learning The benefits of connecting real world industry professionals and classrooms How parents play a key role in student engagement What our next iteration of education will look like and why experiential learning is critical EdTech resources for parents to explore SHOW NOTES: https://www.podpage.com/rebel-educator/11 We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more: Simplify and streamline technology Save teachers’ time Reliably meet Tier 1 standards Improve student performance on state assessments 🚀 Ready to see why leading districts trust IXL for their educational needs? Visit IXL.com/BE today to learn more about how IXL can elevate your school or district.
S1 E10 · Mon, August 02, 2021
10: Asset-Based Learning with Devin Vodicka
Devin Vodicka has spent the past 20 years working towards high quality student outcomes. He has earned multiple prestigious awards in the education field, including 2015 California Superintendent of the Year by both ASCA and Pepperdine University. He is also a nine-time White House honoree in recognition for his achievements and to partner with the U.S. Department of Education’s office of Educational Technology and Digital Promise League of Innovative Schools. Devin's years of experience in the education system have made one thing clear, school must have purpose and relevance. Listen as we discuss how schools can create connectedness with the outside world and why it is imperative to listen to students. He challenges us to review our definition of success and escape the perceived security of our current educational model. In this episode, we cover: Why we need an asset-based perspective in schools How a different definition of success can change education Making progress within a rigid and resistant system What can happen when we listen to learner’s on-going input Devin’s experience establishing multi-aged, competency-based micro schools Some practical advice for parents to help energize their children SHOW NOTES: https://www.podpage.com/rebel-educator/10 We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more: Simplify and streamline technology Save teachers’ time Reliably meet Tier 1 standards Improve student performance on state assessments 🚀 Ready to see why leading districts trust IXL for their educational needs? Visit IXL.com/BE today to learn more about how IXL can elevate your school or district.
S1 E9 · Mon, August 02, 2021
9: Humanizing Technology with Betsy Corcoran
As Co-Founder and CEO of EdSurge, a leading and award-winning news and resource site on EdTech entrepreneurship, no one has been in a better position to witness the evolution of online and blended learning! Betsy Corcoran has written for Forbes, the Washington Post, Scientific American, and has also appeared on Forbes, Fox, CNBC, and NBC. Join us as we discuss what this moment in time means for the future of education, ed-tech, and the agency of educators and students. In this episode, we cover: Who should be deciding what educational technology is used in classrooms The next steps needed to make education more adaptable for the future Dealing with the inherent limitations of a communicating in a digital space How can we continue to build relationships in a virtual world What is causing the lack of student agency SHOW NOTES: https://www.podpage.com/rebel-educator/9 We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more: Simplify and streamline technology Save teachers’ time Reliably meet Tier 1 standards Improve student performance on state assessments 🚀 Ready to see why leading districts trust IXL for their educational needs? Visit IXL.com/BE today to learn more about how IXL can elevate your school or district.
S1 E8 · Mon, August 02, 2021
8: Spaces That Foster Learning with Jill Ackers-Clayton
Jill Ackers-Clayton is the Senior Learning Designer at Fielding International and facilitator and coach with TeachThought, focusing on educational programming design. In 2017, Jill founded a Spanish Immersion project-learning based school and has authored a book based on the experience, which focuses on project-based learning in early childhood education. She is also co-author of the book Developing Natural Curiosity Through Project-Based Learning. As a parent, educator and expert in education design, Jill helps us to understand how to design learning spaces in schools, our homes and other spaces. Join us as we discuss how design affects learning and the future of school. In this episode, we cover: How the project-based learning model supports language acquisition Designing spaces that support PBL learning and build learner agency The 3 foundational pieces educators need to focus on to support student’s social and cognitive development in a digital environment Advice for parents on setting up a successful physical space in their homes SHOW NOTES: https://www.podpage.com/rebel-educator/8 We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more: Simplify and streamline technology Save teachers’ time Reliably meet Tier 1 standards Improve student performance on state assessments 🚀 Ready to see why leading districts trust IXL for their educational needs? Visit IXL.com/BE today to learn more about how IXL can elevate your school or district.
S1 E7 · Mon, August 02, 2021
7: Being Life-Long Learners with Michael B. Horn
Michael B. Horn, is an author and thought leader in the discussion of the future of education. He works with a portfolio of organizations to improve the life of each and every student. Michael is the co-founder of and distinguished fellow at the Clayton Christensen Institute for disruptive learning and author of the award-winning book ‘Disrupting Class: How Disruptive Innovation Will Change the Way the World Learns’ and Amazon bestseller ‘Blended: Using Disruptive Innovation to Improve Schools’. Join us for this exciting conversation about K-20 education, being life-long learners, and how change can happen within a rigid education system. In this episode, we cover: Benefits of employers investing in their employees’ education and self-development The historical origins of passive learning and why this is not the best way to learn Why all people need to be life-long learners How the rigid organizational structure of school makes it difficult for learners to connect with their learning Giving educators more agency so that learning can be more interdisciplinary What do we really want from our schooling experience? SHOW NOTES: https://www.podpage.com/rebel-educator/7 We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more: Simplify and streamline technology Save teachers’ time Reliably meet Tier 1 standards Improve student performance on state assessments 🚀 Ready to see why leading districts trust IXL for their educational needs? Visit IXL.com/BE today to learn more about how IXL can elevate your school or district.
S1 E6 · Mon, August 02, 2021
6: Catalyst for Change with Loni Bergqvist
Loni Bergqvist is the Founder and CEO of Imagine If, an agency based in Denmark, that focuses on supporting schools and helping all students thrive with engaging, personalized and authentic project-based learning. Loni focuses on helping educators do better by doing less through making students the co-creators of their education. She believes that schools need to be flexible and agile communities designed to support students. Join us on this journey through project based learning, re-imagining schools, how schools differ across countries, and what it means to be "behind" in school. In this episode, we cover: What Imagine If does to bridge the gap between theoretical changes in education and actual implementation How schools differ across countries Why going back to school is the catalyst for change in the education system How educators can “do less and do better” What kids need most to their best learning How we can use PBL to make learners the co-creators of their education SHOW NOTES: https://www.podpage.com/rebel-educator/6 We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more: Simplify and streamline technology Save teachers’ time Reliably meet Tier 1 standards Improve student performance on state assessments 🚀 Ready to see why leading districts trust IXL for their educational needs? Visit IXL.com/BE today to learn more about how IXL can elevate your school or district.
S1 E5 · Mon, August 02, 2021
5: A Relic of a System with Trevor Soponis PhD
Join me for this incredible interview with Trevor Soponis PhD, Founder and Chief Learning Officer at The Sustainable Learning Projects. Dr. Soponis believes that projects should connect to the community and create good in the world while creating a platform for real world learning and skill building by students. We talk about seaweed and shellfish farms, sustainable forestry, how to engage your children in projects at home and what comes next for education. Trevor also shares with us why the current education system no longer serves our needs and a few of the exciting collaborations he is currently working on that help to provide the skills and connections that are needed by the students of today’s world. In this episode, we cover: How students can become experts with real world outcomes What educators can do to be more successful in an evolving classroom Why the concept of falling behind is detrimental The reasons why our current educational system no longer serves us What should Project-Based Learning (PBL) assessments look like SHOW NOTES: https://www.podpage.com/rebel-educator/5 We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more: Simplify and streamline technology Save teachers’ time Reliably meet Tier 1 standards Improve student performance on state assessments 🚀 Ready to see why leading districts trust IXL for their educational needs? Visit IXL.com/BE today to learn more about how IXL can elevate your school or district.
S1 E4 · Mon, August 02, 2021
4: Compassion Revolution with Freedom Cheteni
In this episode, CEO of InventXR Education Foundation, Freedom Cheteni and I discuss how to acknowledge injustice, stop other-izing, start healing and the need for a compassion revolution. Freedom is the editor-in-chief of Superintendents Journal, a globally renowned thought leader, and an inventor of future-ready transformational models and applications for individuals and organizations at a global scale. We discuss how education will change for World 2.0 as we move on from COVID-19, letting students solve the problems they are growing into, and even pterodactyl eggs! This is a dynamic conversation and Freedom’s enthusiasm for education and the future are infectious. I had a blast in this conversation, I hope you enjoy it. In this episode, we cover: Why we need a compassion revolution Revisiting the principles of TRICK and examining TRICK-squared How we can work collectively to solve inequities Using virtual reality technology to bring more experiences to students Teachers no longer being the providers of knowledge and what the alternative can look like SHOW NOTES: https://www.podpage.com/rebel-educator/4 We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more: Simplify and streamline technology Save teachers’ time Reliably meet Tier 1 standards Improve student performance on state assessments 🚀 Ready to see why leading districts trust IXL for their educational needs? Visit IXL.com/BE today to learn more about how IXL can elevate your school or district.
S1 E3 · Mon, August 02, 2021
3: The Value of Learning Now with Dave Potter
Dave Potter is a force in the education system in California. His work focuses on supporting underserved communities through all forms of cross-collaboration that make progress on the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Join us as we discuss how to enhance student agency and choice, including practical ideas for educators and parents, why overcoming a lack of trust and creating a safe and engaging learning environment is imperative to learning, what role social emotional health plays in education, and what schools and the education system might look like post-pandemic. In this episode, we cover: Why we need to ask students about their needs and wants How we can plan for going back to school in a way that meets the newer needs of students Fitting action projects into school schedules and developing large scale measurements to access this kind of learning The importance of social emotional health during this time of crisis SHOW NOTES: https://www.podpage.com/rebel-educator/3 We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more: Simplify and streamline technology Save teachers’ time Reliably meet Tier 1 standards Improve student performance on state assessments 🚀 Ready to see why leading districts trust IXL for their educational needs? Visit IXL.com/BE today to learn more about how IXL can elevate your school or district.
S1 E2 · Mon, August 02, 2021
2: Don’t Let a Good Crisis Go to Waste with Esther Wojcicki
Our guest this week, Esther Wojcicki, journalist, educator, and author of the book ‘How to Raise Successful People: Simple Lessons to Help Your Child Become Self-Driven, Respectful, and Resilient’, shares her thoughts on making education more effective for the 21st century, how we can use the current crisis to revolutionize education, why it’s important to trust and respect them, and how to help kids build the life skills they need, so they won’t need an adult-ing course in college! In this episode, we cover: Why we no longer need memorization to the degree that we used to in the classroom and in life How the principles of TRICK encourage authentic learning Strategies that we can use to give children more responsibility and independence Using technology to make learning collaborative, relevant, and flexible How we can support unmotivated learners SHOW NOTES: https://www.podpage.com/rebel-educator/2 We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more: Simplify and streamline technology Save teachers’ time Reliably meet Tier 1 standards Improve student performance on state assessments 🚀 Ready to see why leading districts trust IXL for their educational needs? Visit IXL.com/BE today to learn more about how IXL can elevate your school or district.
S1 E1 · Wed, July 14, 2021
1: Where Do We Go From Here? with Barry Sheckley PhD
Welcome to the first episode of the Rebel Educator podcast! Where is education going? According to our guest, Dr. Barry Sheckley, that depends a great deal on where we want it to go. The current crisis has given us an impetus to change the education system and create one in which students become engaged learners, rather than passive students who are simply repeating information back to their teachers. What we really need are classroom environments where students feel autonomous, confident and respected so they can explore and learn all the things they wonder about. Join us as we discuss how these changes can happen, the new wonderland of online instruction, the blended learning revolution and how to teach learners, not students. In this episode, we cover: The benefits of thinking in patterns and systems How we can move from passive students to active learners who exhibit curiosity instead of just doing what they’re told Using problem posing instead of problem solving as a learning strategy Issues with standardized testing and changes going forward Why targeting individual growth is more beneficial than using letter grades to assess learning Supporting teachers to promote their growth and development SHOW NOTES: https://www.podpage.com/rebel-educator/1 We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more: Simplify and streamline technology Save teachers’ time Reliably meet Tier 1 standards Improve student performance on state assessments 🚀 Ready to see why leading districts trust IXL for their educational needs? Visit IXL.com/BE today to learn more about how IXL can elevate your school or district.

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142: Overcoming the Barriers of Opening a Microschool with Jon England

141: Anti-Bias Education with Sahba Rohani

140: The Key to Overcoming Math Anxiety with Aditya Nagrath

139: Transforming Education Through Community-Based Design and Centering Young Voices with Jenee Henry

138: Designing Meaningful Project-Based Learning Experiences

137: Tracking Student Progress Effectively and Efficiently with Chris Hull

136: Practical Tools to Create Opportunities for Agency and Independence

135: Student-Led Restorative Practices with AJ Crabill

134: How to Tackle the Biggest Challenges in Starting a School

133: Building Executive Functioning Skills in Any Classroom with Mitch Weathers

132: Microschools and the Future of Accountability

131: Embracing Non-Traditional Education with Jennifer D. Klein

130: Creating the Schools We Need with Kapono Ciotti

129: A Sneak Peek at My Upcoming TED Talk!

128: A Stoic Approach to School Leadership with Daniel Bauer and Glenn Robbins

127: Teacher Burnout and the Need for Educational Overhaul with Dr. Jessica Werner

126: Culturally Responsive Teaching with Yvette Cole

125: Authentic Marketing Strategies to Find Families and Build Enrollment

124: Starting a School to Change Education, The Story of UP Academy

123: Rebuilding Education, Increasing Learner Agency, and Solving Real World Problems Using AI with Serj Hunt

122: Navigating AI's Role in Modern Education with Brett Roer

121: Using the Leader's Algorithm to Transform School Expectations and Outcomes with Pablo Muñoz

120: Project UP! Young Changemakers Share Their Insights on the Importance of Literary Freedom

119: Kids Need Less Help Than We Think

118: Standardized Testing and the Changing Landscape of College Admissions with Shahar Link

117: Breaking Free from the "Sage on the Stage" and Increasing Student Agency

116: Reimagining the Role of the Teacher and Making Space for Student-Centered Learning with Kyle Wagner

115: Small Schools, Big Impact: Why Size Matters in Education

114: Expeditionary Learning and the Small School Advantage with Stuart Grauer

113: Stepping Back and Allowing Learners to Experience Productive Struggle

112: Creating Literacy Programs That Connect Communities with Janet Wile

111: The Science of Reading with Shannon Betts & Mary Saghafi

Welcome to Season 5!

Data-driven coaching and purposeful walkthroughs with Dr. Mat Barnett

110: Foresight as a Tool for Building Resilience and Thriving in Disruption with Roger Spitz

109: Whole-Child Health and Nutrition with Jill Castle

108: Futures Thinking with Dr. Peter Bishop

107: Money Management for Teachers with Shaun Morgan

106: Transforming Classrooms with S.E.L, A.I., and Experiential Learning with Dr. Michelle Ament

105: The Socratic Experience with Michael Strong

Replay: Middle School Matters with Andrew Ravin and Denise Daniels

104: Adventures in Podcasting with Josh Reppun

Wayde Sick, North Dakota State CTE Director, On Enhancing Career Exploration with VR/XR Technology (EdTech Startup Showcase)

Aidan Kestigian, Harvard philosophy fellow and ThinkerAnalytix VP, on using AI to improve information literacy and argument formation (EdTech Startup Showcase)

Replay: Asset-Based Learning with Devin Vodicka

Replay: Fearless Inquiry with Will Richardson

103: Purpose-Driven Learning with Ross Wehner

Physics and engineering teacher Ted Cuevas on reigniting his passion by empowering all learners (EdTech Startup Showcase)

Instructional Specialist Amanda Anthony on Empowering Parents and Differentiating to Meet Learners' Needs (EdTech Startup Showcase)

102: Clowning for Change with Ash Perrin

Replay: Lessons from the Pandemic with Dr. Shira Leibowitz

Replay: Creating Inclusive Classrooms with Daniel Sobel

101: Improving Teacher Effectiveness with Mindset Mastery with Gerard Vargas

Replay: Showcasing Learning Without Grades with Mike Flanagan

Replay: The Intertwining of Business and Education with Komal Shah

Replay: Achieving Success Through Project Based Learning with Bob Lenz

Replay: What is a Rebel Educator?

100: Celebrating Our Journey with Tanya Sheckley

99: Curating Education with Manisha Snoyer

98: Embodying Change and Embracing Failure with Hope Paterson

97: Executive Functioning Skills with Dr. Karen Dudek-Brannan

96: Prioritizing Connection and Empathy with Lizette Valles

95: Growing Community Engagement with Nathaniel Provencio

94: Teacher Wellness with Danielle Nuhfer

93: Permissionless Education with Matt Chaussee

92: Building a Culture of Empathy and Curiosity with Tom Willis

91: The Link Between Change and Learning with Richard Gerver

90: Taking Risks and Meeting Needs with Hillary Miller

89: Breaking Down Barriers to Financial Literacy with Brian Curcio

88: Navigating the Workplace as an Autistic Adult with Nicole Kubilus and Bret Thayer

87: Exploring Student Experiences with Natalie Chen

86: Teacher Privacy in the Digital Age with Frederick Lane

85: The Power of Community with Seth Ehrlich

84: Schools as Learning Organizations with Anthony Kim

83: School Leadership and Shifting to a Culture of Try with Dr. Joseph Jones and Dr. T.J. Vari

82: College Admissions: Finding the Right Fit with David Hurwitt

81: The Paradox of Education with Steve Hargadon

80: Relationship Centered Learning with Teens with Dr. Maureen O'Shaughnessy

79: Finding the Magic in Middle School with Chris Balme