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Classroom Matters

154 episodes - English - Latest episode: 4 months ago - ★★★★★ - 13 ratings

The Classroom Matters podcast aims to tell the stories and share the experiences of K-12 educators and the reality of our education system. Join Kristy Houle, former teacher, assistant principal and principal as she talks with a wide variety of fascinating people on important and interesting educational topics.

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How to Create a Collaborative Culture with Stephanie Gregson

December 20, 2023 14:00 - 30 minutes - 20.9 MB

On this episode of the Classroom Matters podcast host Kristy Houle talks with Dr. Stephanie Gregson who currently serves as the Deputy Executive Director for the California Collaborative for Educational Excellence (CCEE). Stephanie’s focus is on school turnaround centering on improving teaching and learning aimed at equitable access, opportunity, and outcomes for students. Stephanie has more than 24 years of experience in public education and started her career as an elementary school teache...

Getting Organized in the Classroom: A Conversation with Dr. Frank Buck

December 01, 2023 23:00 - 45 minutes - 31.5 MB

On this episode of the Classroom Matters podcast host Kristy Houle talks with Dr. Frank Buck, author of Get Organized!: Time Management for School Leaders and Get Organized Digitally!: The Educator's Guide to Time Management. After retiring from public education, Dr. Buck devoted his "second career" to writing and speaking on organization, time management, and personal productivity for educators. Dr. Buck realized that most educators are overwhelmed by the amount of paper and digital informa...

Against All Odds: A Conversation with Kevo Aregbe

November 16, 2023 22:00 - 29 minutes - 20.3 MB

On this episode of the Classroom Matters podcast host Kristy Houle talks with accomplished artist, Kevo Aregbe.  Kevo holds a master’s degree in fine arts and his art ranges from painting to theater production, highlighting racial dynamics and human experiences. He is also the director of a nonprofit for arts, called Kevo Arts Studios, and teaches at a college, with over 10 years of experience as the owner of a successful tattoo studio. When it comes to education Kevo has unique experiences ...

A Revolution in Teaching Business and Economics

October 20, 2023 22:00 - 32 minutes - 22.5 MB

On today’s episode of the Classroom Matters podcast, host Kristy Houle talks with author, executive, angel investor, and lifelong student of markets John Foster about the importance of teaching students the most advanced concepts in business and economics.  John has years of experience teaching kids as a Junior Achievement volunteer and over the course of several years built his own curriculum, which would become Middle School MBA.  Guest Websites:  https://www.middleschoolmba.com/

Digital Wellness in the Learning Environment

September 22, 2023 12:00 - 37 minutes - 25.7 MB

On this episode of the Classroom Matters podcast, host Kristy Houle talks with Dr. Gwenyth Jackaway about the impact of technology on student development and how to monitor digital wellness you’re your students. Dr. Gwenyth Jackaway is a leader in digital wellness. She was a member of the Fordham University and media studies faculty for more than 25 years. She's a mother, an author, and currently serves as an educational consultant for Carrots&Cake. A parental control app that encourages kid...

Creating the Calm Classroom with Caylee Carullo

September 07, 2023 17:00 - 33 minutes - 23.1 MB

On this episode of the Classroom Matters podcast, host Kristy Houle talks Caylee Carullo about how to help educators put an end to misbehavior.  She’s been featured on Fox News for her positive behavior strategies and she’s the host of the Pre-K Teacher Family podcast.  She has over 100,000 followers across her social media platforms, and she has created an online course that is helping teachers around the world create calm classrooms.  Links for the Audience The Calm Classroom (Use Promoc...

Hacking Teacher Happiness: The Five Habits of the Least Stressed and Most Empowered Teachers

August 21, 2023 13:00 - 32 minutes - 22.1 MB

On this episode of the Classroom Matters podcast, host Kristy Houle talks with Grace Stevens about teacher burnout and how to create positive habits for a healthy mindset.  Grace is a former corporate girl who decided to quit her VP life to pursue a dream job as a public-school teacher.  After 20 years in the classroom, she now focuses full-time on helping educators have a more positive teaching experience.   Guest Website:  https://www.gracestevens.com/

Helping Teachers Thrive Through Creative Thinking

August 10, 2023 21:00 - 39 minutes - 27.3 MB

On this episode of the Classroom Matters podcast, host Kristy Houle talks with Katie Trowbridge about how to effectively incorporate creative and critical thinking skills into the educational environment.  Katie has over 20 years of experience in the classroom and serves as CEO of Curiosity to Create, a nonprofit organization she created to help teachers focus on creativity and critical thinking. Guests Website: https://www.curiosity2create.org/

Strategies and Resources to Help Children Identify and Process Emotions

July 28, 2023 19:00 - 34 minutes - 23.7 MB

On this episode of the Classroom Matters podcast, host Kristy Houle talks with Jessica Sinarski, licensed professional counselor of mental health, educator, and speaker about helping children identify their emotions and process them in a healthy way.  Jessica has extensive post-graduate training and 15+ years as a clinician and educator which has led her to create the resource and training platform BraveBrains. She partners with school districts and child welfare agencies around the world to...

Planting the Seeds of Resilience with Kathy Magnusson

July 13, 2023 13:00 - 31 minutes - 21.6 MB

On this episode of the Classroom Matters podcast, host Kristy Houle talks with trainer, coach, and speaker, Kathy Magnusson about increasing resilience in students and teachers.  Kathy has worked with educators and youth service professionals worldwide for over 25 years and is also a licensed teacher, social and emotional learning specialist, and certified Sources of Strength trainer. As the owner of Wildewood Learning, Kathy shows educators and youth service professionals what is needed to ...

Your Child Learns Differently, Now What?

June 22, 2023 13:00 - 33 minutes - 23.1 MB

On this episode of the Classroom Matters podcast, host Kristy Houle talks to cognitive literacy expert Betsy Hill.  Betsy is an award-winning educator and co-author of the book “Your Child Learns Differently, Now What? The Truth for Parents.”  She studied the neuroscience of learning with Dr. Patricia Wolfe and other pioneers in the field, coining the term neuroeducator. In this episode Betsy shares the idea behind building a child’s cognitive literacy and how parents can help their children...

The Sudbury School: Self-Directed Education

June 15, 2023 12:00 - 47 minutes - 32.9 MB

On this episode of the Classroom Matters podcast, host Kristy Houle talks with Mae Caratachea, former Co-President of the Saint Louis Sudbury School. The school is based on the principle that we are born curious and learn best when we initiate our own learning. They offer entirely Self-Directed Education in a self-governing democracy for students ages 5-18. No required curriculum, no homework, no tests, no grades.  Website: https://stlsudbury.org/

Overcoming Fear and Anxiety Through Creativity with Author David McBee

June 08, 2023 18:00 - 21 minutes - 15 MB

On this episode of the Classroom Matters podcast host Kristy Houle talks with author David McBee. David is passionate about reading, self-improvement, health, the outdoors, and his family. He is a podcast host, public speaker and is the author of the children's book series, DJ's Off-Road Adventures. This series teaches elementary-age children lessons on dealing with bullies, overcoming fear and the power of teamwork. Guest Website: https://davidmcbee.com/

Uniting Curiosity, Wonder and Marvel with Vivienne in Paris

May 31, 2023 23:00 - 21 minutes - 14.5 MB

On this episode of the Classroom Matters podcast host Kristy Houle talks with author Maria Castellucci Moore, author of the newly released children’s book Vivienne in Paris which follows a young Parisian girl on a journey through Paris to find what makes her tick.  This book tells a story of mindfulness and insight into how the surrounding world can really move you. It unites curiosity, wonder, and marvel to enlighten, surprise, and tickle your deepest spirit. Sometimes it’s the smallest thi...

Approaching Emergency Preparedness Through a Trauma-Informed Lens with Claire Marie

May 26, 2023 00:00 - 41 minutes - 28.2 MB

On this episode of the Classroom Matters podcast host Kristy Houle talks with School Emergency Management Expert, Trauma Informed Practices Consultant, and former Reserve Law Enforcement Officer, Claire Marie to discuss her new book on school lockdowns, Sammy the Sasquatch: Welcome to Crittertopia. Claire also dives deep into her passion for approaching emergency preparedness and management through a trauma-informed lens and supporting schools to do the same.  Guest Website: https://www.sam...

A Week with Waffles: A Conversation with Author Tom Speicher

April 27, 2023 23:00 - 28 minutes - 19.6 MB

On this episode of the Classroom Matters podcast, host Kristy Houle talks with award-winning writer and video producer Tom Speicher.  His book, “A Week with Waffles” is a beautifully illustrated children’s book that is designed to help young children learn about the days of the week, encourage creative thought, help them understand that it’s ok to be an only child, and consider a host of adventures that are part of growing up.  In this episode Tom talks about the importance of children’s lit...

How Project Based Learning is Changing the World of Education

April 22, 2023 20:00 - 41 minutes - 28.5 MB

On this episode of the Classroom Matters podcast, host Kristy Houle talks with Ryan Steuer, founder of Magnify Learning, a PBL professional development organization that equips educators to engage learners, tackle boredom, and transform classrooms.  Ryan believes that when we get education right as leaders, leaders have launched their vision, teachers are fired up to be a part of something bigger than themselves, and learners are moving from passive to empowered. While Ryan has done this wo...

Neurodiversity in Education with Bryson Tarbet

April 17, 2023 14:00 - 31 minutes - 21.7 MB

Bryson Tarbet is a PreK-6th grade general music teacher just outside of Columbus, Ohio.   He spent his first year out of college as part of an elementary school intervention team where he fell in love with working with students with disabilities. Due to this experience, as well as his personal experience as a neurodiverse individual, Bryson feels strongly about advocating for sensory and emotionally inclusive classrooms. In addition to being a full-time elementary music teacher he is also th...

Why Learning Disability is a Social Justice Issue with Dr. Bibi Pirayesh

April 11, 2023 01:00 - 42 minutes - 29.1 MB

On this episode of the Classroom Matters podcast host Kristy Houle talks with Dr. Bibi Pirayesh, an educational therapist and learning rights advocate based in Los Angeles, CA. Dr. Pirayesh has spent the last 15 years working with hundreds of children, parents, teachers, and schools to enhance the lives of children with learning disabilities. In 2020, Dr. Pirayesh launched The Difference is Not Deficit Project to help promote the importance of seeing learning disability as a social justice i...

My Invisible Father: A Conversation with Author Jaer Armstead-Jones

March 30, 2023 15:00 - 38 minutes - 26.4 MB

On this episode of the Classroom Matters podcast host Kristy Houle talks with author and educator Jaer Armstead-Jones.  Throughout his teaching of reading and writing, he has always had a burning desire to write books for middle school and high school teens they can relate to.  His first novel, My Invisible Father, is a story about three St. Louis teens facing the hurdles of adolescence and the impact made by their fathers’ absences.  Jaer has worked with teens in several capacities since 19...

I Love Public Schools: How Stories Can Create Change

March 23, 2023 20:00 - 39 minutes - 27.3 MB

On this episode of the Classroom Matters podcast host Kristy Houle talks with Sally Nellson, an award-winning documentary filmmaker, about capturing and sharing the stories of what happens every day in public schools.  Having directed and edited more than 100 films, Sally has a deep understanding of how to connect with her subjects and translate that to greater understanding among audiences. Her new initiative is a nationwide movement to end the teacher shortage through a documentary film an...

Educators as First Responders with Dr. Deborah Offner

February 23, 2023 19:00 - 24 minutes - 17.1 MB

On this episode of the Classroom Matters podcast, host Kristy Houle talks with Dr. Deborah Offner, who brings more than 2 decades of experience in schools and colleges as a classroom teacher, counselor, administrator, and consultant.   She has written  a new book called Educators as First Responders: A Teacher’s Guide to Adolescent Development and Mental Health, Grades 6-12, which is a comprehensive, hands-on guide to adolescent development and mental health for teachers and other educators ...

Sustainable Habits for College and Career Readiness: The Secrets to Success with Elizabeth West

February 09, 2023 16:00 - 30 minutes - 20.7 MB

On this episode of the Classroom Matters podcast host Kristy Houle talks with Elizabeth West, CEO of EWC Consulting about helping students build sustainable habits in high school to help prepare for college or a career.  Right out of college, Elizabeth was hired as an Admissions Counselor at UNC Pembroke where she began to see student’s stories come to life. Throughout her 25 years in higher education, working with students and helping them become successful continues to be the greatest joy ...

Teaching Science Through Storytelling with Kathy Joseph

February 02, 2023 16:00 - 39 minutes - 27.4 MB

Join host Kristy Houle as she talks with physicist and host of the popular YouTube channel Kathy Loves Physics, Kathy Joseph. Kathy has spent decades researching over 400 years of scientific history in her new book “The Lightening Tamers.”  Not only is Kathy a popular YouTube host, but she's also a former Bay Area science teacher who spent 12 years teaching high school physics. Kathy knows what it takes to keep your students intrigued and involved even during the distracting teenage years. I...

How to Solve the Literacy Crisis with Matt Bardin

January 02, 2023 22:00 - 39 minutes - 27.1 MB

According to literacy expert Matt Bardin, studies show that only 13% of American adults can read complex texts, and more than half read below a 6th grade level, but Matt is on a mission to change that.  With decades of experience as an educator and entrepreneur, Matt has become an expert in literacy education, test-prep and strategies for transforming adolescents into their highest achieving selves. During this episode host Kristy Houle talks with Matt about what middle and high school teach...

Preparing Your Child to Thrive with Dr. Jen Forristal- Author of The Umbrella Effect: Your Guide to Raising Strong, Adaptable Kids in a Stressful World

December 16, 2022 18:00 - 38 minutes - 26.7 MB

In this episode of the Classroom Matters podcast join host Kristy Houle as she talks with author and founder of The Umbrella Project about what kids really need as they learn to navigate the ups and downs of life.  Dr. Jen Forristal, BSc ND, is a Naturopathic Doctor with a primary focus in pediatric mental health and the founder and CEO of The Umbrella Project, a positive coping curriculum used internationally by thousands of parents, students, and educators. She has worked extensively with...

How to Prepare Students for the Future and Not the Past

December 09, 2022 01:00 - 37 minutes - 26 MB

Jeff Utecht is an educational technology consultant, educator, and author. He holds a master’s degree in Curriculum and Instruction with a focus in Technology as well as his administrative certification through Washington State. Jeff began his career in the Elementary Classroom at a public school in Washington State. In 2001, he was the recipient of a Bill and Melinda Gates Grant called the Technology Leadership Program. He has a global view on education and the impact technology is having o...

Getting Your Students Jazzed Up About History: A Conversation with Gary Hubb

November 28, 2022 20:00 - 22 minutes - 15.5 MB

Gary Hubb is the Managing Partner for the new streaming video service, HistoryFix.com, which he began with his partner Will Eichler to provide exciting history videos seen from a different point of view for use in classrooms and homeschool settings. Since 1999, Gary has worked in both scripted and unscripted television and film as Production Coordinator, Manager and Assistant Director for multiple networks including CBS, ABC, FOX, TNT, Discovery, History, National Geographic and CNN. Gary ha...

Powering the Teaching Profession: Ideas for New Teachers and Education Change Makers

November 15, 2022 05:00 - 35 minutes - 24.2 MB

In this episode of the Classroom Matters podcast host Kristy Houle talks with Dr. Mark David Milliron about preparing new teachers for a career in education and all the challenges that come with the journey to educate students across all settings. Mark is an award-winning leader, author, speaker, and consultant, who works with universities, community colleges, K-12 schools, foundations, corporations, associations, and government agencies across the country and around the world. He serves as ...

Teaching Students Creativity as a Human Superpower: A Conversation with Michaell Magrutsche

October 19, 2022 12:00 - 43 minutes - 29.6 MB

Michaell Magrutsche is an Austrian-Californian multimedia artist, educator, and an author of five art-related books. Michaell believes in a student’s untapped human abilities, especially our truth compass and inherent tools of creativity, and healthy discourse and adaptability. He is an outside the box thinker and is a passionate creativity/art researcher that looks for art/creativity's true values for humans outside of any system.  In this episode Michaell and I discuss the importance of...

Using Online Learning Platforms for Student Engagement with Shaunak Roy

October 12, 2022 17:00 - 28 minutes - 19.6 MB

Shaunak Roy is the Founder and CEO of Yellowdig, a community-driven active learning platform with a mission to transform every classroom into an active, social, and experiential learning community. Prior to founding Yellowdig, Shaunak spent a decade advising global companies on technology, strategy, and growth. Today, Shaunak shares a rich discussion on the state of institutional learning, how Yellowdig is rethinking education, and the critical role that agency, mastery and connectedness pla...

Communities Making a Difference: Emerson Electric and Urban League of St. Louis

September 26, 2022 15:00 - 38 minutes - 26.4 MB

On this episode of the Classroom Matters podcast host Kristy Houle sits down with Akberet Boykin Farr, Vice President of Diversity and Social Responsibility for Emerson Electric and Dr. Gwen Diggs, Vice President of Head Start/Early Head Start at the Urban League of Metropolitan Saint Louis. This discussion will focus on Emerson’s commitment to education equity and the emphasis on programs and initiatives targeting children from infancy through 12th grade with an emphasis on early childhood ...

St. Louis Black Authors of Children’s Literature: A Conversation with Julius B. Anthony

September 15, 2022 21:00 - 39 minutes - 27 MB

Julius B. Anthony is the president of the St. Louis Black Authors of Children’s Literature. His organization is changing the lives of Black boys and girls by sharing books with characters that look like them.   The STL Black Authors of Children’s Literature Initiative is committed to fostering awareness about the importance of early literacy by creating innovative opportunities for all kids to have access to Black children’s literature.  Julius has also published a book called “ME! Ten Poet...

Culture to the Max: Culturally Responsive Teaching and Practice

September 01, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 42 MB

Education PowerED presents educators with a powerful new set of Culturally Responsive Teaching standards that can be used by teachers and administrators to counter institutionalized racism and white supremacy. On this episode of the Classroom Matters podcast an expert panel of guests and authors of the book Culture to the Max! Culturally Responsive Teaching and Practice offers an in-depth look into the practice and implementation of Culturally Responsive Teaching that can inform curriculum d...

At Home Author with Vicky Weber

August 25, 2022 00:00 - 26 minutes - 18.3 MB

On this episode of the Classroom Matters podcast, host Kristy Houle chats with Vicky Weber. Vicky Weber is a musician and an elementary educator with a love for children’s literature. As a Puerto Rican author of Taíno descent, she strives to create picture books that are fun, engaging, and educational. All her current titles are based on her background in music education or her heritage. Vicky also serves as one of the coaches at At Home Author where she teaches others how to become successf...

Bobby Norfolk: Bringing Adventures to Life in the Classroom

July 27, 2022 19:00 - 33 minutes - 23.1 MB

On this episode of the Classroom Matters podcast, host Kristy Houle chats with internationally-recognized teaching and recording artist, actor, TV host, and storyteller, Bobby Norfolk.  Bobby’s innate ability to read and connect with audiences of all ages makes him one of America’s premier storytellers. Using dynamic movement and vocal effects, he creates vibrant characters who come to life through imaginative, creative story. Living History programs that highlight the African American exper...

Engaging and Educating Through Children’s Literature: A Conversation with Lori Orlinsky and Alysson Bourque

July 11, 2022 21:00 - 30 minutes - 21 MB

On this episode of the Classroom Matters podcast host Kristy Houle chats with a pair of popular children’s book authors: Lori Orlinsky and Alysson Bourque. Lori Orlinsky is CDC-certified in Bully Prevention and Response Training and serves as a National Bullying Prevention Center Ambassador. She has also earned multiple awards for her children’s books such as Being Small (Isn’t So Bad After All), The Tooth Fairy’s Tummy Ache, and Balloons for Tiger. Meanwhile, Alysson Bourque is also an in...

Learn How to Listen to Your Tiny Ninja: A Conversation with Sasha Graham

July 06, 2022 01:00 - 23 minutes - 16.4 MB

Sasha Graham is the founder of Tiny Ninja Books and is the author of Milo Does Not Like Mornings, and Whitney Wins Everything. Sasha is a former executive at the Walt Disney Studios and her writing has appeared in magazines, newspapers and on television. Every book in the Tiny Ninja Books collection centers on the idea that we are each born with our own Tiny Ninja who is the very best version of us; brave, strong, compassionate, and kind. Our Tiny Ninjas are always there for us - all we have...

Recess to Reset: A Conversation with Sandy Joy Weston

June 30, 2022 23:00 - 41 minutes - 28.6 MB

Sandy Joy Weston is a keynote speaker, international podcaster, 3x published author, and entrepreneur, who has owned and operated health and wellness companies over 30 years. She became the first female trainer for the Philadelphia Flyers and created the nationally recognized Philly Street Line Dance to help combat Philly’s “fattest city” label. For the past five years, Sandy has been focusing on SJW Productions, an international company whose main mission is to highlight all the positive in...

HOMEWORKS! Part 3: Attendance, Academics and Behavior – It’s All Connected

June 21, 2022 22:00 - 34 minutes - 23.7 MB

In the last session of this 3-part series with the HOMEWORKS! organization we focus our discussion on the links between attendance, academics, and student behavior in the school setting.  Founder Karen Kalish and CEO Colleen Polack describe what the HOMEWORKS! organization is doing to close the gap on equity, attendance, and academics in the schools they currently partner with. 

HOMEWORKS! Part 2: The Importance of Parent Engagement in Schools

June 21, 2022 21:00 - 21 minutes - 14.8 MB

What is parent engagement?  What does it look like in a thriving school community?  Why is it so critical?  Get the answers to these questions and so much more as host Kristy Houle dives into part 2 of this 3-part series with the St. Louis based HOMEWORKS! organization.  Founder Karen Kalish and CEO Colleen Polak discuss what research tells us about parent engagement and the many links it has to student behavior, academics and social/emotional health.  

Autism in Children & Creating More Confident Communicators: A Conversation with Rose Griffin

June 09, 2022 16:00 - 30 minutes - 21.1 MB

Rose Griffin is heavily engaged in the field of the art of communication. Rose Griffin is both a skilled speech-language pathologist, as well as an accomplished behavior analyst. Rose currently works with both public and private school students in Ohio, where she has a focus and passion on helping individuals with autism learn how to become better communicators. With these efforts, Rose has created her own business, a website to assist both professionals such as special-education teachers an...

HOMEWORKS! Part 1: The Teacher Home Visit Program– St. Louis, MO

May 19, 2022 20:00 - 22 minutes - 15.6 MB

Engaging parents in their children's education is critical to a child’s success. National education research overwhelmingly supports the finding that students do better academically and socially when parents and teachers work together, and children show up on the first day of school ready to learn.  Join host Kristy Houle as she talks with Karen Kalish, Founder of HOMEWORKS! and Colleen Polack, CEO of the organization to discuss how they are working hard to help forge that missing link, crea...

Blueprint4SummerSTL: A Conversation with Zasmine Johnson

May 03, 2022 23:00 - 15 minutes - 10.8 MB

Children have been isolated at home for months, staring at screens, and parents are looking to summer camps as a critical opportunity for social interaction, physical activity and enriched learning. Getting kids moving and socializing are top priority as we move into the summer months. According to the 2022 Summer Camp Outlook by Blue print4SummerSTL, 82% of responding STL regional families plan to send their child to in-person camp this summer.  On today’s episode of Classroom Matters I w...

The New Educate.Today: Curriculum Areas

May 03, 2022 16:00 - 5 minutes - 3.51 MB

What are the Curriculum Areas in our video library? What kind of topics do we cover? Watch to learn more about the content areas we provide.

The New Educate.Today: Video Segments

May 03, 2022 16:00 - 6 minutes - 4.44 MB

What are Video Segments and why do some stem from longer versions of the same videos? Watch to learn more about our segment categories.

The New Educate.Today: Who We Are

May 03, 2022 16:00 - 23 minutes - 16.4 MB

What is Educate.Today? Watch to learn more about who we are and the video resources and user friendly features we provide you and your students.

The New Educate.Today: Quick Ideas

May 03, 2022 16:00 - 3 minutes - 2.62 MB

What are the Quick Ideas that supplement each video in our library collection? Watch to learn how they can assist your educational environment.

The New Educate.Today: Point to Point On-Demand Programs

May 03, 2022 16:00 - 6 minutes - 4.66 MB

What is Point to Point? Watch to learn about our On-Demand Live Interactive Programming that you can schedule on a date and time that works best for you and your students.  See our list of currently available programs, here.

How to Shape the Leaders of Tomorrow: A Conversation with Coach T.

April 18, 2022 15:00 - 37 minutes - 25.7 MB

Antwaun Thompson or Coach T, has coached and mentored young men and women, helping to improve their athletic skills, confidence, resiliency, life skills experiences and focus for over 30 years. Nothing brings him more satisfaction than seeing the heart, determination, and commitment from young people.  Coach T is the founder and executive Director of JLT Fieldhouse, a 501c3 nonprofit youth coaching and mentoring organization, dedicated to “Coaching and Mentoring the Leaders of Tomorrow”. He ...