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Mastering the Art of Inspiring Student Success with Glendaliz Almonte
The Extraordinary Educators Podcast - December 11, 2023 05:00 - 12 minutesEver wished you could inspire success in every student that walks into your classroom? You're in the right place! This enlightening episode is a masterclass in igniting student success, with our esteemed guest, Glendaliz Almonte, National Director of Content and Implementation at Curriculum Asso...
Transforming Dual Language Teaching with Laura Bryant
The Extraordinary Educators Podcast - December 04, 2023 05:00 - 15 minutesTransform your teaching approach with the unique insights of Laura Bryant, a seasoned dual language teacher hailing from Arizona, who firmly believes in the power of language as the cornerstone of all instruction. Prepare to be enlightened by her rich experiences and understand the profound impa...
Creating a Nurturing Classroom Experience with Nick Alfred
The Extraordinary Educators Podcast - November 27, 2023 05:00 - 8 minutesDoes your classroom feel like a nurturing space, where each student feels seen, heard, and embraced? Join us as we welcome the inspiring educator Nick Alfred from Rhode Island, who has brilliantly transformed his classroom into an 'environment of care'. He explains how prioritizing the well-bein...
Harnessing the Power of Student Data to Enhance Education with Joe Cuprak
The Extraordinary Educators Podcast - November 20, 2023 05:00 - 9 minutesEver wonder how educators can harness the power of student data to better shape their teaching methods? This episode promises to provide an insightful dialogue on this very topic. We're joined by Joe Cuprak, National Director at Curriculum Associates, as he shares his extensive knowledge and exp...
Mastering Family Communication with Emily Kahler
The Extraordinary Educators Podcast - November 13, 2023 05:00 - 7 minutesDo you remember the days as a new teacher, worried about family phone calls? Emily, an Extraordinary Educator and current fourth grade teacher, certainly does. In this episode, she walks us through her fascinating journey, from being a 22-year-old new educator who was worried while making phone ...
Advancing Classroom Conversations: Discourse in Reading Education with Josh Hall
The Extraordinary Educators Podcast - November 06, 2023 05:00 - 10 minutesOur special guest today, Josh Hall, National Director of Content and Implementation at Curriculum Associates, brings his wealth of knowledge to the table. We're going to blow the lid off the subject of discourse in the reading classroom. This isn't about simple student chit-chat, but the methodi...
Innovative Teaching: Merging Technology and Education with Charlie Giannone
The Extraordinary Educators Podcast - October 30, 2023 04:00 - 13 minutesAre you ready to redefine your classroom with technology? Tap into the genius of Charlie Giannone, a groundbreaking New York educator and podcast host, as we explore his innovative approach to teaching. You're in for a thrilling ride as he recounts his experience of creating a weekly TV show wit...
Fostering Collaborative Learning Environments with Brooklin Trover
The Extraordinary Educators Podcast - October 23, 2023 04:00 - 10 minutesPicture navigating your workspace or classroom with a profound sense of connection and mutual respect, where everyone's unique needs are understood and catered to. How much more could we achieve? How much more progress could we make? This episode guides you through this journey with Brooklin Tro...
Understanding Acceleration and Remediation with Mara Rodriguez
The Extraordinary Educators Podcast - October 16, 2023 04:00 - 15 minutesEver wonder how to get the most out of your time when it comes to education? Mara Rodriguez, Senior Director of Educator Success at Curriculum Associates, joins us to share her insights on how acceleration in education is all about maximizing minutes and crafting creative schedules. We explore w...
Empowering Students Through Goal Setting and Data Ownership with Mindy Geer
The Extraordinary Educators Podcast - October 09, 2023 12:00 - 12 minutesHave you ever wondered how to inspire your students to take ownership of their learning journey? If so, this episode is a goldmine for you! We had the pleasure to talk with Mindy Geer, a seasoned third-grade educator with an impressive 24-year teaching spree, who unwraps the secret of student em...
Cultivating Meaningful Connections: Teaching Strategies and Educational Communities with Jonathan Kryk
The Extraordinary Educators Podcast - October 02, 2023 04:00 - 12 minutesEver wonder how to cultivate meaningful connections with your students? This week, we sit down with Extraordinary Educator Jonathan Kryk who enlightens us with his innovative teaching strategies . He passionately dives into his unique 'two minute rule' - a novel method geared toward personalized...
*Bonus Episode!* Revolutionizing Teaching Using Mindfulness and Self Reflection with Kimberly Robinson
The Extraordinary Educators Podcast - September 27, 2023 04:00 - 13 minutesPicture this: A classroom where students and the teacher alike want to be in, a room that feels like a second home, a place that cultivates not just knowledge but well-being. Meet Kimberly Robinson, an Extraordinary Educator who has turned this into a reality. Her journey from survival-mode to m...
Fostering Growth in the Classroom: Insights from Joe Flick
The Extraordinary Educators Podcast - September 25, 2023 04:00 - 9 minutesToday we are joined by Joe Flick, a passionate teacher transitioning from elementary to middle school math instruction in New York! Joe treats students as humans first, tailoring their academic goals around their individual needs and personalities. Not just that, he is also leveraging his math s...
Data Isn't Just Numbers with Lloyd Jones
The Extraordinary Educators Podcast - September 18, 2023 04:00 - 8 minutesEver wondered how data can spark a transformative change in a student's educational journey? Tune into our enlightening conversation with Lloyd Jones, Associate Vice President of Content and Implementation at Curriculum Associates, to uncover the secrets. Lloyd shares tried-and-true strategies t...
Challenging Stagnation, Location, and Dilation: A Conversation on Education with Gary Miller
The Extraordinary Educators Podcast - September 11, 2023 04:00 - 13 minutesEver feel like you're stuck in a cycle of stagnation when it comes to teaching? Join us as we share an insightful conversation with Gary Miller, an Associate Vice President of Content and Implementation, known for his garden-variety ideas and captivating storytelling. Gary blows our minds with h...
Empowering Students through Neuroscience, Advocacy, and Innovative Teaching with Brianna Lugibihl
The Extraordinary Educators Podcast - September 04, 2023 04:00 - 11 minutesWe're thrilled to welcome back Extraordinary Educator, Brianna Lugibihl, for another episode! Her unique approach to empowering students to advocate for themselves in academic spaces has sparked a wave of excitement, and we're diving deep into the topic. Brianna's exploration of neuroscience's r...
Empowering Yourself as an Educator: Teacher Self-Advocacy with Zach Pfrimmer
The Extraordinary Educators Podcast - August 28, 2023 04:00 - 10 minutesThis week, we engage in a thought-provoking conversation with Extraordinary Educator, Zach Pfrimmer, shedding light on an often overlooked yet crucial aspect of teaching - self-advocacy. Zach opens up about his experiences, offering insights on the necessity of asking for help, constructing sup...
Fostering Joy and Curiosity in Mathematics: A Conversation with Naneka Brathwaite
The Extraordinary Educators Podcast - August 21, 2023 04:00 - 12 minutesHave you ever thought about finding joy in mathematics? We're changing the game in this enlightening discussion with the remarkable Naneka Brathwaite, a National Director at Curriculum Associates. This episode tackles an often-ignored topic—math trauma and the need for cultivating joy and curios...
Balancing Act: Insights into Juggling Work, Family and Personal Wellness with Emily McCann and Dave Dubois
The Extraordinary Educators Podcast - August 14, 2023 04:00 - 17 minutesEver found yourself pondering the secret to balancing work and family life? Consider this episode your guide! We're thrilled to welcome Emily McCann, Senior Vice President of Marketing at Curriculum Associates, and Dave Dubois, Senior Director of Business Transformation at Curriculum Associates,...
Working Smarter: A Guide to Efficient Routines for Teachers with Danielle and Sari
The Extraordinary Educators Podcast - August 07, 2023 04:00 - 6 minutesWhat if you could reclaim control of your calendar and carve out precious extra hours for yourself each week? In an empowering episode of The Extraordinary Educators Podcast, hosts Danielle Sullivan and Sari Laberis reveal how you can do just that. We explore the concept of proactive to-do lists...
Organization with Becki Cope
The Extraordinary Educators Podcast - July 31, 2023 04:00 - 8 minutesThis episode of The Extraordinary Educators Podcast is all about organization and coordination among teammates! Becki Cope, a kindergarten teacher from Mississippi, joins Danielle and Sari to share her expertise. Becki starts by explaining the power of leaning on your team to maximize planning t...
Strategies for Student Engagement with Danielle and Sari
The Extraordinary Educators Podcast - July 24, 2023 04:00 - 8 minutesLooking for engagement strategies as students head back to school? Danielle and Sari have three great ideas that can be used in your classrooms! Danielle begins by talking about the power of using student interest surveys. She then dives in to creating and using data folders for students. She al...
Fostering Connections with Mark Bernstein
The Extraordinary Educators Podcast - July 17, 2023 04:00 - 10 minutesMark Bernstein, National Director, Content and Implementation at Curriculum Associates, joins this episode to discuss how to foster connections with students. Mark begins by talking about why it’s becoming more and more important to purposefully connect with people. He then goes on to share abou...
Student-Centered Learning with Jeannette Milburn
The Extraordinary Educators Podcast - July 10, 2023 04:00 - 13 minutesJeannette Milburn, a sixth grade math teacher from Maryland, joins the first episode of the new season to share all about her love for student-centered learning! Jeannette starts off by talking about how she first became interested in student-centered learning, and how it has evolved for her ove...
*Bonus Episode!* The Science of Reading with Ray Reutzel, Ph. D.
The Extraordinary Educators Podcast - July 03, 2023 04:00 - 16 minutesDr. Ray Reutzel, Dean of the College of Education at the University of Wyoming and President of the Reading Hall of Fame, joins this special bonus episode to share all about the Science of Reading. Dr. Reutzel starts off by explaining the difference between the Science of Reading and the Science...
Highly Effective Strategies with Professor John Hattie
The Extraordinary Educators Podcast - June 21, 2023 04:00 - 15 minutesProfessor John Hattie of the University of Melbourne, Australia joins the last episode of the season to share about his research as an education academic. In partnership with Corwin’s Professional Learning Services, Hattie’s Visible Learning research relies on gathering evidence, like that found...
Stretch Growth Stories with Linda Dansa
The Extraordinary Educators Podcast - June 20, 2023 04:00 - 16 minutesOn this episode of the mini-series, Stretch Growth Stories, Ty Holmes, Chief Inclusion Officer at Curriculum Associates, is joined by Linda Dansa, a Director of Elementary Education in New York. Linda begins by talking about her career in education, including her shift from healthcare administra...
Stretch Growth Stories with Mary Cabral
The Extraordinary Educators Podcast - June 16, 2023 04:00 - 16 minutesOn this episode of the miniseries, Stretch Growth Stories, Ty Holmes is joined by Mary Cabral, a K-8 Literacy Coordinator for Bristol Warren Regional School District in Rhode Island. Mary begins by sharing what makes her district special and why she loves it so much. She goes on to discuss speci...
Prioritizing Yourself with Precious Allen
The Extraordinary Educators Podcast - June 14, 2023 04:00 - 13 minutesPrecious Allen, a second grade teacher in Illinois, joins this episode to talk about her career in education so far and how she has worked towards prioritizing herself. Precious starts out by talking about her time as a teacher, as well as the various other roles she has taken on. She then goes ...
Stretch Growth Stories with Jennifer McPartland
The Extraordinary Educators Podcast - June 09, 2023 04:00 - 25 minutesIn this episode of the miniseries, Stretch Growth Stories, Ty Holmes is joined by Jennifer McPartland, a K-12 Curriculum Facilitator from Massachusetts. Jennifer starts by sharing when the calling to become a teacher came to her – starting all the way back in 1st grade as she helped reteach othe...
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