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How to Create a Collaborative Culture with Stephanie Gregson

Classroom Matters - December 20, 2023 14:00 - 30 minutes ★★★★★ - 13 ratings
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 ...

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

Classroom Matters - December 01, 2023 23:00 - 45 minutes ★★★★★ - 13 ratings
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 car...

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Against All Odds: A Conversation with Kevo Aregbe

Classroom Matters - November 16, 2023 22:00 - 29 minutes ★★★★★ - 13 ratings
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 nonp...

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A Revolution in Teaching Business and Economics

Classroom Matters - October 20, 2023 22:00 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 13 ratings
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 ...

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Digital Wellness in the Learning Environment

Classroom Matters - September 22, 2023 12:00 - 37 minutes ★★★★★ - 13 ratings
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 Fordha...

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Creating the Calm Classroom with Caylee Carullo

Classroom Matters - September 07, 2023 17:00 - 33 minutes ★★★★★ - 13 ratings
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 foll...

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

Classroom Matters - August 21, 2023 13:00 - 32 minutes ★★★★★ - 13 ratings
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 2...

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Helping Teachers Thrive Through Creative Thinking

Classroom Matters - August 10, 2023 21:00 - 39 minutes ★★★★★ - 13 ratings
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 C...

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Strategies and Resources to Help Children Identify and Process Emotions

Classroom Matters - July 28, 2023 19:00 - 34 minutes ★★★★★ - 13 ratings
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...

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Planting the Seeds of Resilience with Kathy Magnusson

Classroom Matters - July 13, 2023 13:00 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 13 ratings
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 te...

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Your Child Learns Differently, Now What?

Classroom Matters - June 22, 2023 13:00 - 33 minutes ★★★★★ - 13 ratings
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. Pa...

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The Sudbury School: Self-Directed Education

Classroom Matters - June 15, 2023 12:00 - 47 minutes ★★★★★ - 13 ratings
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 ...

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Overcoming Fear and Anxiety Through Creativity with Author David McBee

Classroom Matters - June 08, 2023 18:00 - 21 minutes ★★★★★ - 13 ratings
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 Adventu...

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Uniting Curiosity, Wonder and Marvel with Vivienne in Paris

Classroom Matters - May 31, 2023 23:00 - 21 minutes ★★★★★ - 13 ratings
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 min...

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

Classroom Matters - May 26, 2023 00:00 - 41 minutes ★★★★★ - 13 ratings
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 Crittertop...

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A Week with Waffles: A Conversation with Author Tom Speicher

Classroom Matters - April 27, 2023 23:00 - 28 minutes ★★★★★ - 13 ratings
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 c...

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How Project Based Learning is Changing the World of Education

Classroom Matters - April 22, 2023 20:00 - 41 minutes ★★★★★ - 13 ratings
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 righ...

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Neurodiversity in Education with Bryson Tarbet

Classroom Matters - April 17, 2023 14:00 - 31 minutes ★★★★★ - 13 ratings
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 e...

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

Classroom Matters - April 11, 2023 01:00 - 42 minutes ★★★★★ - 13 ratings
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 t...

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

Classroom Matters - March 30, 2023 15:00 - 38 minutes ★★★★★ - 13 ratings
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, ...

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I Love Public Schools: How Stories Can Create Change

Classroom Matters - March 23, 2023 20:00 - 39 minutes ★★★★★ - 13 ratings
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 understandin...

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Educators as First Responders with Dr. Deborah Offner

Classroom Matters - February 23, 2023 19:00 - 24 minutes ★★★★★ - 13 ratings
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 Respon...

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

Classroom Matters - February 09, 2023 16:00 - 30 minutes ★★★★★ - 13 ratings
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...

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Teaching Science Through Storytelling with Kathy Joseph

Classroom Matters - February 02, 2023 16:00 - 39 minutes ★★★★★ - 13 ratings
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 als...

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How to Solve the Literacy Crisis with Matt Bardin

Classroom Matters - January 02, 2023 22:00 - 39 minutes ★★★★★ - 13 ratings
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 lite...

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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

Classroom Matters - December 16, 2022 18:00 - 38 minutes ★★★★★ - 13 ratings
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 pedi...

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How to Prepare Students for the Future and Not the Past

Classroom Matters - December 09, 2022 01:00 - 37 minutes ★★★★★ - 13 ratings
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 schoo...

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

Classroom Matters - November 28, 2022 20:00 - 22 minutes ★★★★★ - 13 ratings
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 a...

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

Classroom Matters - November 15, 2022 05:00 - 35 minutes ★★★★★ - 13 ratings
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...

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

Classroom Matters - October 19, 2022 12:00 - 43 minutes ★★★★★ - 13 ratings
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 outsid...

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