Restart Recharge Podcast
89 episodes - English - Latest episode: 13 days ago - ★★★★★ - 23 ratingsWe’re coaches at Forward Edge, a K-12 technology company in Ohio. We are a team of former educators who now work as instructional coaches across the region. On our podcast, we’ll share lessons, stories, and tips from our network of coaches and special guests. We’re right there with you - on the ground and in schools every day. Hear personal perspectives on the role of a coach, benefit from our experiences, and learn from our mistakes - wherever you are, we’ve been there, we are there, and we want to help! So press the restart button, recharge your coaching batteries, and leave feeling equipped and inspired to coach fearlessly - with the Restart Recharge Podcast: A Tech Coach Collective!
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211 - Expand Your Island
June 07, 2022 04:00 - 46 minutes - 32.2 MBCoaching really should be a team sport. Unfortunately, that isn’t always the case…for many coaches, they might be the only one in the building or even district. In this episode, listeners will hear a first hand account of how one coach was able to kick off a coaching program in her district that will be expanding after just one year with the addition of added coaches in the district! Hear her success and fail forward moments that made up her first year as a coach. Forward Edge Coaches Cam...
210 - Get Creative With Book Creator - with Jon Smith & Lisa Kuhn
May 24, 2022 04:00 - 52 minutes - 36.4 MBOn this episode we are joined by Book Creator’s very own, Jon Smith. Listeners of this episode will hear from Technology Integrator turned Book Creator Teacher Success Rep and one of our own coaches on the many creative uses of one of our favorite tools. You’ll be sure to walk away with ideas for your own use and to share with the teachers you work with. Links mentioned in the show: Forward Edge Coaches Camp Registration - RRPODCAST for $50 off. Book Creator Follow Jon Smith on Twitter ...
210 - Get Creative With Book Creator
May 24, 2022 04:00 - 52 minutes - 36.4 MBOn this episode we are joined by Book Creator’s very own, Jon Smith. Listeners of this episode will hear from Technology Integrator turned Book Creator Teacher Success Rep and one of our own coaches on the many creative uses of one of our favorite tools. You’ll be sure to walk away with ideas for your own use and to share with the teachers you work with. Links mentioned in the show: Forward Edge Coaches Camp Registration - RRPODCAST for $50 off. Book Creator Follow Jon Smith on Twitter ...
209 - Goal Setting to Get Results
May 10, 2022 04:00 - 34 minutes - 23.4 MBOften, we know where we want to end up. We know that we want to lose weight, learn a new language, or pay off our debt. However, as time goes on we find ourselves engaging in the same routines with little progress to that ambitious “someday we’ll get there” goal. The same is true in coaching. Whether it is integrating technology effectively, mastering a new literacy program, or building a culture of innovation- we often start with the best of intentions and slip off the wagon sometime betwee...
208 - Imparting Joy in 30 Seconds
April 26, 2022 04:00 - 52 minutes - 36.4 MBRestart Recharge has previously discussed different ways to create a positive culture on your campus with teachers and administration alike. Today’s episode will reach for the small spaces in our day where we can add a smile, create a positive moment, or impart joy to those around us. From the coach perspective to the teacher role when we engage in these small moments, we are able to help continue the positive culture. Links mentioned in the show: Forward Edge Coaches Camp Registration - ...
207 - Coaching Across the Generations
April 12, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 42.3 MBCoaches work with a very diverse set of educators. Not only do coaches take into account the experience levels, content areas, and general backgrounds of educators, they might want to start considering an entirely new variable…. Generational differences. Educators make up a pool of very different generational representation- Millennials, Gen X’ers, and Baby Boomers. This episode we're talking with Ben Sondgeroth to explore how coaches can better understand the needs and values of each gener...
207 - Coaching Across the Generations - with Ben Sondgeroth
April 12, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 42.3 MBCoaches work with a very diverse set of educators. Not only do coaches take into account the experience levels, content areas, and general backgrounds of educators, they might want to start considering an entirely new variable…. Generational differences. Educators make up a pool of very different generational representation- Millennials, Gen X’ers, and Baby Boomers. This episode we're talking with Ben Sondgeroth to explore how coaches can better understand the needs and values of each gener...
206 - Start the change; Be the change!
March 29, 2022 04:00 - 41 minutes - 28.3 MBWrapping up our mini-series on the Admin/Coach relationship, we’ll be talking today with Michael Roush & Lisa Kuhn about how the admin & coach can work together to create a culture that supports the transformation we want to see in our districts. As we’ve discussed in the previous episodes, establishing a healthy partnership is key to unlocking the success of a coaching program. This episode explores how you can capitalize on that partnership to create a culture of growth and systemic change...
205 - Spotlight on Monroe: The Admin/Coach Relationship - with Andrea Carovillano & Logan Stanger
March 15, 2022 04:00 - 54 minutes - 37.6 MBContinuing our mini series on the Admin/Coach relationship, we are coming to you this week to talk about how one SW Ohio school district is making major waves and creating systemic change because of an awesome admin/coach partnership. Join us in learning how they’ve streamlined their success and are transforming their district, and how you can emulate their achievements! Links mentioned in the show: Forward Edge Coaches Camp Registration - RRPODCAST for $50 off. Follow Andrea on Twitter ...
205 - Spotlight on Monroe: The Admin/Coach Relationship
March 15, 2022 04:00 - 54 minutes - 37.6 MBContinuing our mini series on the Admin/Coach relationship, we are coming to you this week to talk about how one SW Ohio school district is making major waves and creating systemic change because of an awesome admin/coach partnership. Join us in learning how they’ve streamlined their success and are transforming their district, and how you can emulate their achievements! Links mentioned in the show: Forward Edge Coaches Camp Registration - RRPODCAST for $50 off. Follow Andrea on Twitter ...
204 - Paving Your Way to Success: The Admin/Coach Relationship
March 01, 2022 05:00 - 43 minutes - 29.6 MBTune in this week as we kick off a three episode mini-series on Admin and Coach relationships. A healthy partnership with building & district leadership can make all the difference when it comes to a coach’s success. On today’s episode we’ll be chatting about the key traits of a healthy admin/coach relationship, how to establish that relationship as a coach, and what you might do if you think your admin/coach partnership is derailing your success. Links mentioned in the show: Forward Edge...
203 - FETC Recap
February 15, 2022 05:00 - 45 minutes - 31.1 MBEducational Technology conferences are a great way to get a grasp on new instructional strategies, education technology tools, and important concepts circulating the world of education. Several members of our team have recently attended the Future of Education Technology Conference in Orlando, FL and are here to bring you the “must-know” edtech trends, highlights, and everything else you might have missed from this year’s conference. Whether you were there, following along on Twitter from af...
202 - A Look Into a Student-Centered Coaching Program
February 01, 2022 05:00 - 36 minutes - 25.2 MBIf you’ve been in an instructional coaching role for any amount of time at all, you know that there are some teachers that are tougher to crack than others. Tune in to this episode to hear how Mark Gumm circumvents the outer shells of his educators by building relationships with students- ultimately transforming learning from the outside in. Links mentioned in the show: Forward Edge Coaches Camp Registration Follow Mark on Twitter Podcast Team Hosts- Katie Ritter & Justin Thomas Edi...
201 - Megan and the Makerspace
January 18, 2022 05:00 - 35 minutes - 24.6 MBMakerspaces in education are not a new concept; yet it can still be an uphill climb to embed a makerspace culture across all content areas and grade levels. In this episode, our very own Megan Whitacre shares how she is embracing all and making makerspace waves in her district. Links mentioned in the show: Forward Edge Coaches Camp Registration Follow Megan on Twitter John Spencer's The Launch Cycle Podcast Team Hosts- Katie Ritter & Justin Thomas Editing Team- Megan Whitacre, Micha...
020 - Telling Your Story- Taking control of the Narrative - with Ryan McLane & Michael Roush
November 16, 2021 05:00 - 53 minutes - 36.9 MBWho is telling your story if you don’t? Telling the story of what we do and the story of the good stuff happening in the classrooms and buildings can transform our schools for the better. On today’s episode, we’ll be discussing the ins and outs of “telling your story” with Ryan McLane, co-author of Your school rocks, so tell people, and our very own master story-teller, Michael Roush. We all have a story to tell, let’s start telling it today! Links mentioned in the show: Forward Edge Co...
020 - Telling Your Story- Taking control of the Narrative
November 16, 2021 05:00 - 53 minutes - 36.9 MBWho is telling your story if you don’t? Telling the story of what we do and the story of the good stuff happening in the classrooms and buildings can transform our schools for the better. On today’s episode, we’ll be discussing the ins and outs of “telling your story” with Ryan McLane, co-author of Your school rocks, so tell people, and our very own master story-teller, Michael Roush. We all have a story to tell, let’s start telling it today! Links mentioned in the show: Forward Edge Co...
019 - Holiday Hacks for the EdTech Coach
November 02, 2021 04:00 - 34 minutes - 23.5 MBJoin us as we dive into holiday hacks that utilize your technology skills beyond the classroom. Brooke Conklin and Tracee Keough will share some of their favorite EdTech tools for getting organized, saving money, and staying on top of the holiday rush. Links mentioned in the show: Forward Edge Coaches Camp Pre-Registration Follow Brooke on Twitter Follow Tracee on Twitter Podcast Team Hosts- Katie Ritter & Justin Thomas Editing Team- Megan Whitacre, Mallory Kessen, Michael Roush, Ma...
018 - Coaching Cycles Part 4: Time to Shine!
October 19, 2021 04:00 - 46 minutes - 31.8 MBJoin us as we wrap up our final episode of our mini-series on coaching cycles! This week Tyler and Brooke will discuss how they close out coaching cycles and celebrate the progress educators make throughout the semester. Links mentioned in the show: Google's Certified Coach Curriculum Google Coach Curriculum with Google Classroom Write up from Brooke Follow Tyler on Twitter Follow Brooke on Twitter Podcast Team Hosts- Katie Ritter & Justin Thomas Editing Team- Megan Whitacre, Mallo...
017 - Coaching Cycles Part 3: In the Thick of It
October 05, 2021 04:00 - 45 minutes - 31.5 MBTyler Erwin and Tracee Keough are back with us on Restart Recharge today sharing insider secrets for making coaching cycles successful when you are “in the thick of it.” We’ll chat about goal setting, co-teaching, sharing resources, co-planning, and non-evaluative observations. Links mentioned in the show: Google's Certified Coach Curriculum Follow Tyler on Twitter Follow Tracee on Twitter Podcast Team Hosts- Katie Ritter & Justin Thomas Editing Team- Megan Whitacre, Mallory Kessen, ...
016 - Coaching Cycles Part 2: Impactful Coaching Conversations
September 21, 2021 04:00 - 51 minutes - 35.6 MBListeners will walk away from this episode with a clearer vision on valuable coaching conversations and having a meaningful reflection in goal setting with educators to ensure that coaching cycles achieve deep impact for student learning. Links mentioned in the show: Google's Certified Coach Curriculum Follow Tyler on Twitter Follow Annamarie on Twitter Podcast Team Hosts- Katie Ritter & Justin Thomas Editing Team- Megan Whitacre, Mallory Kessen, Michael Roush, Mark Gumm, Social Me...
015 - Coaching Cycles Part 1: Getting it Off the Ground
September 07, 2021 04:00 - 50 minutes - 34.7 MBListeners will walk away from this episode prepared to initiate some buzz for their coaching program. Our guests, Tyler & Emily, will share their tried and true strategies for designing a coaching cycle program, from the pitch and marketing, to setting up systemic structures for success. Links mentioned in the show: Google's Certified Coach Curriculum Follow Tyler on Twitter Follow Emily on Twitter Podcast Team Hosts- Katie Ritter & Justin Thomas Editing Team- Megan Whitacre, Mallory...
014 - Collecting Data as a Coach
August 24, 2021 04:00 - 34 minutes - 23.8 MBToday on Restart Recharge, we will be talking to the founder of ConnectHub, a data collection platform for instructional coaches- Suzana Somers! We are going to talk with Suzana about what led her to create this powerful data-centric platform, how instructional coaches can collect data to inform their work, and how data can be used to make informed and transformative coaching decisions. Links mentioned in the show: Follow Suzana on Twitter Follow Connecthub on Twitter Connecthub Website...
014 - Collecting Data as a Coach - with Suzana Somers
August 24, 2021 04:00 - 34 minutes - 23.8 MBToday on Restart Recharge, we will be talking to the founder of ConnectHub, a data collection platform for instructional coaches- Suzana Somers! We are going to talk with Suzana about what led her to create this powerful data-centric platform, how instructional coaches can collect data to inform their work, and how data can be used to make informed and transformative coaching decisions. Links mentioned in the show: Follow Suzana on Twitter Follow Connecthub on Twitter Connecthub Website...
013 - Certification Recharge with Google's Certified Coach Program - with Amanda Del Balso & Emily Cowan
August 10, 2021 04:00 - 46 minutes - 32.2 MBListeners will have all of their questions answered about the process for becoming a Google for Education Certified Coach. Amanda Del Balso, Senior Program Manager for the Certified Coach program joins us today as well as Certified Coach Emily Cowan who will share more about the journey to becoming a certified coach and offer some advice for listeners who are considering submitting their own application. Links mentioned in the show: Information about the Google Certified Coach Program Goo...
013 - Certification Recharge with Google's Certified Coach Program
August 10, 2021 04:00 - 46 minutes - 32.2 MBListeners will have all of their questions answered about the process for becoming a Google for Education Certified Coach. Amanda Del Balso, Senior Program Manager for the Certified Coach program joins us today as well as Certified Coach Emily Cowan who will share more about the journey to becoming a certified coach and offer some advice for listeners who are considering submitting their own application. Links mentioned in the show: Information about the Google Certified Coach Program Goo...
012 - PD Mini Series Part 3: PD that Sticks!
July 27, 2021 04:00 - 44 minutes - 30.3 MBPlanning a good, authentic, PD can be difficult. Adding on layers of differentiation, personal choice, assessment, and alignment with district initiatives makes this coaching skill even tougher to master. This episode will divulge our top secrets for making a PD that “sticks” all year long. Adding strategic themes, activities, and creating an environment of engagement and fun can make a huge difference. Links mentioned in the show: Follow Brooke on Twitter Follow Lisa on Twitter Podca...
011 - PD Mini Series Part 2: Differentiation
July 13, 2021 04:00 - 50 minutes - 34.8 MBPlanning a good, authentic, PD can be difficult. Adding on layers of differentiation, personal choice, assessment, and alignment with district initiatives makes this coaching skill even tougher to master. This episode will explore the complicated art of differentiation for adult learning. Join us in exchanging ideas on differentiation in regard to pacing, mastery speeds, entry levels, content areas and grade levels in part 2 of our 3 part PD series. Links mentioned in the show: Follow Bro...
010 - PD Mini Series Part 1: A Year of PD
June 29, 2021 04:00 - 35 minutes - 24.1 MBPlanning a good, authentic, PD can be difficult. Adding on layers of differentiation, personal choice, assessment, and alignment with district initiatives makes this coaching skill even tougher to master. This episode will kick off a short series focused on designing quality professional development that creates sustainable teacher growth. On today’s episode, listeners will dive deep into aligning professional development with school and district initiatives as well as how to structure a yea...
009 - New Coach, Who Dis?
June 15, 2021 04:00 - 47 minutes - 32.6 MBListeners will gain an understanding of how to transition to a coaching role with confidence. They will hear from two first year coaches on their experience transitioning from out of the classroom, and out of an administration role, into a coaching role. Veteran coaches will enjoy relatable “flashbacks from the past” as Mallory and Mark relay their experiences and new transitioning coaches will learn tips and tricks to make their path to coaching smoother. Links mentioned in the show: Fo...
008 - Stepping Away from the Blue Light
June 01, 2021 04:00 - 43 minutes - 29.8 MBListeners will walk away with suggestions for making time to read and what to read for professional growth during unstructured “down time” this summer or anytime. Links mentioned in the show: Follow Tracee on Twitter Follow Michael on Twitter Forward Edge Coaches Camp Podcast Team Hosts- Katie Ritter & Justin Thomas Editing Team- Megan Whitacre, Mallory Kessen, Michael Roush Social Media/ Promo Team- Annamarie Rinehart, Lisa Kuhn, Molly Lutts Creative/Content Team- Brooke Conklin,...
008 - Stepping Away from the Blue Light
June 01, 2021 04:00 - 43 minutes - 29.8 MBListeners will walk away with suggestions for making time to read and what to read for professional growth during unstructured “down time” this summer or anytime. Links mentioned in the show: Follow Tracee on Twitter Follow Michael on Twitter Forward Edge Coaches Camp Podcast Team Hosts- Katie Ritter & Justin Thomas Editing Team- Megan Whitacre, Mallory Kessen, Michael Roush Social Media/ Promo Team- Annamarie Rinehart, Lisa Kuhn, Molly Lutts Creative/Content Team- Brooke Conklin,...
007 - Seize the Summer
May 18, 2021 04:00 - 33 minutes - 22.9 MBListeners will walk away with ideas for making the most of their downtime as a coach during the summer. Links mentioned in the show: Follow Megan on Twitter Follow Lisa on Twitter Forward Edge Coaches Camp Podcast Team Hosts- Katie Ritter & Justin Thomas Editing Team- Megan Whitacre, Mallory Kessen, Michael Roush Social Media/ Promo Team- Annamarie Rinehart, Lisa Kuhn, Molly Lutts Creative/Content Team- Brooke Conklin, Emily Cowan, Tracee Keough Research & Logistics Team- Mark G...
006 - May the Fourth Be With You; 20-21 in the Rearview
May 04, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 47.4 MBListeners of this episode will join us in reflecting on what has worked well last school year as a tech coach, discuss the importance of reflection for a coach, and share tips on how they plan to build on the skills learned this year for a successful transition back into a more “normal” school year next fall. Links mentioned in the show: Follow Tyler on Twitter Follow Molly on Twitter Forward Edge Coaches Camp Podcast Team Hosts- Katie Ritter & Justin Thomas Editing Team- Megan Wh...
005 - Let's Get Social!
April 20, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 44.8 MBListeners will develop a better understanding of how to navigate the expansive space of Social Media and build a larger coach PLN- ultimately, equipping them with a virtual “social circle” to recharge their coaching batteries and get inspired from like-minded people. This episode will cover ideas and tips for coaches new to social media, and those who even have a blue check mark! Links mentioned in the show: Follow Annamarie on Twitter Follow Mallory on Twitter Mallory's Teaching Game...
004 - Held Hostage by Testing
April 06, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 41.9 MBTesting season is here, and it can often leave tech coaches with open calendars and doors closed in faces. In this episode, Brooke Conklin and Michael Roush discuss how they tackle testing season- from supporting stressed out teachers to preparing for end of year transitions. Links mentioned in the show: Follow Brooke on Twitter Follow Michael on Twitter Forward Edge Coaches Camp Podcast Team Hosts- Katie Ritter & Justin Thomas Editing Team- Megan Whitacre, Mallory Kessen, Michael...
003 - Virtual PD Burnout
March 23, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 50.7 MBWe're all tired of looking at screens and joining another virtual meeting right now. As a tech coach, how do you balance this virtual PD burnout with needing to provide ongoing PD to teachers? We dive into this timely topic in our third episode. Links mentioned in the show: Follow Annamarie on Twitter Follow Emily on Twitter Miss. Bensko's blog about her playlists Miss Bensko's Spotify Account Forward Edge Coaches Camp Podcast Team Hosts- Katie Ritter & Justin Thomas Editing Team-...
002- Remote, Face to Face, Hybrid... Oh My!
March 09, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 42.1 MBIn second episode we will Talk to Tracee Keough and Lisa Kuhn, tech coaches at Forward Edge, about how they have juggled coaching and supporting educators through the past year in multiple learning environments. Links mentioned in the show: Follow Tracee on Twitter Follow Lisa on Twitter Forward Edge Coaches Camp Podcast Team Hosts- Katie Ritter & Justin Thomas Editing Team- Megan Whitacre, Mallory Kessen, Michael Roush Social Media/ Promo Team- Annamarie Rinehart, Lisa Kuhn, M...
001- What is a Tech Coach?
February 23, 2021 05:00 - 46 minutes - 32.2 MBIn our very first episode we will attempt to define the role of a tech coach! This is a great episode for aspiring coaches to understand the role, current coaches to make sure you're on the right track, and for building and district leaders to understand how this critical role can support all of your educators! Links mentioned in the show: Tweet containing responses to coach job titles Kraft research article: Kraft, B. (2018). The Effect of Teacher Coaching on Instruction and Achieve...
Introducing Restart Recharge: A Tech Coach Collective Podcast!
January 25, 2021 16:00 - 1 minute - 1.05 MBWe’re tech coaches at Forward Edge, a K-12 technology company in Ohio. We’re part of a team of former educators who now work as instructional coaches across the region. In our podcast, we'll share stories, tips, and lessons we've learned along the way from our network of coaches and special guests. We’re right there with you - on the ground and in schools every day. Hear personal perspectives on the role of a coach, benefit from our collective experiences, and learn from our mistakes - wh...