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Summer Recharge: Self-Care Strategies for Educators with Sari Laberis

The Extraordinary Educators Podcast - June 24, 2024 04:00 - 8 minutes
Ready to recharge and find joy this summer? Discover transformative self-care techniques that will leave you refreshed and inspired for the next school year. From completely disconnecting from work to indulging in hobbies, this episode is packed with actionable strategies tailored specifically f...

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Transforming Literacy Instruction with Angie Gates

The Extraordinary Educators Podcast - June 17, 2024 04:00 - 10 minutes
Unlock the secrets to effective literacy instruction with Angie Gates, our inspiring guest and dedicated Field Support Manager for Literacy Implementations with Curriculum Associates. Angie brings a treasure trove of knowledge about the science of reading and shares her practical wisdom on overc...

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Innovative Student Engagement Strategies with Kim Brownell

The Extraordinary Educators Podcast - June 10, 2024 04:00 - 14 minutes
What if you could transform your classroom into an engaging, vibrant hub of learning, especially in the challenging post-COVID era? Our latest episode features Kim Brownell, a sixth-grade ELA and reading teacher, who shares her incredible journey from being a principal back to the classroom. Kim...

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Creating Inclusive Classrooms with Nina Henderson

The Extraordinary Educators Podcast - June 03, 2024 04:00 - 8 minutes
Discover how to create a classroom where every child feels seen and heard with insights from our guest, Extraordinary Educator, Nina Henderson. In this episode, we promise to equip you with practical strategies for culturally responsive teaching, all inspired by Zaretta Hammond's groundbreaking ...

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Start from Somewhere with Uloma Achinanya

The Extraordinary Educators Podcast - May 27, 2024 04:00 - 8 minutes
Unlock the secrets to empowering your math students as Uloma, a math specialist, joins us to illuminate the transformative power of a positive math mindset. Delve into the essential role of productive struggle within the classroom and discover strategies that allow students, especially those fro...

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Using a STEAM Approach in Small Group Instruction with Jasmine Applewhite

The Extraordinary Educators Podcast - May 20, 2024 04:00 - 7 minutes
Ever wondered how a middle school classroom can transform into a hub of engagement, where students are not just listeners but active participants? Join us as we sit down with Jasmine Applewhite, a dynamic STEAM teacher from Mississippi, who's revolutionizing middle school education by incorporat...

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Fostering Empathy and Belonging in the Classroom with Kelly Rossetti and Amber Venoutsos

The Extraordinary Educators Podcast - May 13, 2024 04:00 - 14 minutes
Imagine stepping into a school where every face is familiar and every interaction is threaded with empathy and support. That's the reality second-grade teachers Kelly and Amber have created with their PAWS Time initiative, a program that's transforming their school community into an interconnect...

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Gamifying the Math Classroom with Matthew Weimann

The Extraordinary Educators Podcast - April 29, 2024 04:00 - 9 minutes
Discover the magic of mathematics with a twist of flair as we chat with Pennsylvania's own Matthew Weimann, a math maven and business-savvy educator. This week's episode of the Extraordinary Educators Podcast brings you an invigorating conversation that will reshape your thoughts on math educati...

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Multisensory Learning in Math Education with Liz Peyser

The Extraordinary Educators Podcast - April 22, 2024 04:00 - 11 minutes
Unlock the secrets to making math an exhilarating experience for students with the wisdom of Liz Peyser, National Director of Content and Implementation at Curriculum Associates. Discover how multisensory learning can revolutionize the way children understand and enjoy mathematics. In our conver...

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The Power of Productive Struggle with Andrea Baney

The Extraordinary Educators Podcast - April 15, 2024 04:00 - 10 minutes
What happens when young minds meet the roadblocks of complex problems? Join us for an enlightening conversation with Andrea Baney, a fourth-grade math and science teacher, who sheds light on the power of productive struggle in the classroom. Andrea shares her refreshing take on how she re-engage...

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Cultivating Excellence in Schools with Monique Smalls

The Extraordinary Educators Podcast - April 08, 2024 04:00 - 10 minutes
Discover the transformational power of data-driven decisions in education as we sit down with Monique Smalls, a visionary principal who turns struggling schools into bastions of excellence. Journey with us through Monique's candid recount of how practical approaches like the gradual release mode...

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Celebrate to Educate with Kat Perry

The Extraordinary Educators Podcast - April 01, 2024 04:00 - 12 minutes
Ready to roll out the red carpet for your students? Join us as we delve into an extraordinary and inspiring conversation with Kat Perry, a remarkable reading specialist from Northeast ISD in San Antonio, Texas. Kat's unique approach to celebrating student growth and learning brings the glitz and...

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Empowering Middle School Minds for Algebra with Rebecca Brenneman

The Extraordinary Educators Podcast - March 25, 2024 04:00 - 11 minutes
Ever wondered how to unlock the algebraic potential in young minds? Look no further, as we've tapped into the expertise of Rebecca Brenneman, a seasoned 7th-grade math teacher from Maryland, who's got the playbook for priming middle schoolers for the world of algebra. Rebecca's approach emphasiz...

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Transforming Math Education with Deedee Leoni

The Extraordinary Educators Podcast - March 18, 2024 04:00 - 17 minutes
Unlock a new dimension in teaching math with the guidance of Deedee Leoni from Curriculum Associates, who joins us to share her expertise on math manipulatives' transformative power. Imagine replacing math anxiety with excitement and understanding; that's the promise when we integrate visual lea...

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Transforming Math Education with Dee Dee Leoni

The Extraordinary Educators Podcast - March 18, 2024 04:00 - 17 minutes
Unlock a new dimension in teaching math with the guidance of Dee Dee Leoni from Curriculum Associates, who joins us to share her expertise on math manipulatives' transformative power. Imagine replacing math anxiety with excitement and understanding; that's the promise when we integrate visual le...

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Crafting Effective Classroom Learning Centers with Amy Haskell

The Extraordinary Educators Podcast - March 11, 2024 04:00 - 8 minutes
Ever feel overwhelmed by the idea of setting up learning centers in your classroom? Let's break down those barriers with Amy Haskell from Curriculum Associates as she joins us to debunk myths and simplify the concept. In our revealing conversation, she spills the beans on how to craft structured...

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Mastering Math Fact Fluency with Laurie Penney

The Extraordinary Educators Podcast - March 04, 2024 05:00 - 10 minutes
Unlock the mystery of math fact fluency with the enlightening guidance of Laurie Penney, a Math Content and Pedagogy Specialist from Curriculum Associates. In our latest conversation, Laurie sheds light on the vital components of math fluency—accuracy, efficiency, and flexibility—and how these e...

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Revolutionizing Early Literacy with Dr. Martha Butler

The Extraordinary Educators Podcast - February 26, 2024 05:00 - 10 minutes
Discover the transformative strategies that Dr. Martha Butler, a seasoned literacy coach, is using to revolutionize early literacy development in our schools, especially post-pandemic. This episode is a treasure trove for educators and parents alike, as Dr. Butler opens up about the all-encompas...

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Making Learning Irresistible with Da'Jhon Jett

The Extraordinary Educators Podcast - February 19, 2024 05:00 - 9 minutes
Ever wondered how a teacher can turn a classroom into a hub of excitement and learning that students can't get enough of? Da'Jhon Jett is that teacher, and he's sharing his playbook with us. He's not your average sixth-grade educator; Da'Jhon is a maestro of engagement, harmonizing music and the...

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Empowering Student Success: Educational Acceleration Strategies with Megan Robinson

The Extraordinary Educators Podcast - February 12, 2024 05:00 - 12 minutes
Uncover the secrets to unlocking your students' full potential with Megan Robinson, Director of Content, Implementation, and Adoptions at Curriculum Associates, as she guides us through the revolutionary practice of educational acceleration. Get ready to transform your approach from remediation ...

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Transformative Techniques for Engaging Math Students with Jesse Lewis

The Extraordinary Educators Podcast - February 05, 2024 05:00 - 12 minutes
Unlock the secrets of transformative math instruction with our insightful guest, Jesse Lewis, a Regional Math Consultant with Curriculum Associates who brings to light the urgency for change in the post-pandemic classroom. In a landscape where catch-up tactics have leaned heavily on memorization...

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Understanding the Post-Pandemic Impact on Early Education with Kelsey Young

The Extraordinary Educators Podcast - January 29, 2024 11:00 - 6 minutes
Discover the critical insights shedding light on how the pandemic has shaped the educational landscape, as we sit down with the brilliant Kelsey Young, Senior Research Scientist at Curriculum Associates. Through our conversation, Kelsey provides a deep dive into Curriculum Associates' latest res...

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Revolutionizing Literacy Intervention for Middle School Students with Christine Zimmerman

The Extraordinary Educators Podcast - January 22, 2024 05:00 - 6 minutes
Ever wondered how to effectively lift your middle school students out of the literacy crisis they're facing? Look no further for answers as we sit with Christine Zimmerman, Senior Manager of Product Marketing on our ELA team, who brings her expertise on reading intervention strategies that will ...

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Revolutionizing Literacy Intervention for Middle School Students with Christine Zimmermann

The Extraordinary Educators Podcast - January 22, 2024 05:00 - 6 minutes
Ever wondered how to effectively lift your middle school students out of the literacy crisis they're facing? Look no further for answers as we sit with Christine Zimmermann, Senior Manager of Product Marketing on our ELA team, who brings her expertise on reading intervention strategies that will...

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We Have to Agree to Begin with Elizabeth Bassford

The Extraordinary Educators Podcast - January 15, 2024 05:00 - 7 minutes
Ever been perplexed by the intricate dance of teaching reading? Let the wisdom of Elizabeth Bassford, Vice President of Content and Implementation at Curriculum Associates, be your guide on this educational odyssey. As we unpack her vision for revitalizing literacy education, you'll feel the urg...

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Unlocking Student Engagement with Josh Hall

The Extraordinary Educators Podcast - January 08, 2024 05:00 - 11 minutes
Discover the secret sauce to sparking a fervor for learning as we chat with Josh Hall, National Director, Content and Implementation at Curriculum Associates. Freshly inspired after the winter break doldrums, educators often scratch their heads wondering how to reignite that classroom dynamism. ...

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Starting the New Year Strong with Danielle and Sari

The Extraordinary Educators Podcast - January 01, 2024 05:00 - 7 minutes
Looking to start the 2024 year strong within your classroom? Discover how a simple yet powerful exercise can transform your mindset and boost morale in our latest episode of the Extraordinary Educator podcast. We, Danielle and Sari, reflect on the past year, discussing the challenges educators h...

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Unlocking the Superhero Within: An Insightful Conversation with Tom Murphy

The Extraordinary Educators Podcast - December 26, 2023 05:00 - 12 minutes
Want to unlock the superhero within you as an educator? This episode is a treasure trove of insights, strategies, and heart, as we engage in an insightful conversation with Tom Murphy, the founder of Sweethearts and Heroes. This conversation uncovers the profound influence teachers hold in mould...

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Community Building and Transparency in the Classroom with Dr. Janie Brown

The Extraordinary Educators Podcast - December 18, 2023 05:00 - 10 minutes
Join us on an enlightening journey as we host the Extraordinary Educator, Dr. Janie Brown. Dr. Brown imparts her valuable wisdom on nurturing a sense of community in the classroom. Get insights on how to truly connect with your students, foster an environment of inclusivity, and tailor your inst...

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Mastering the Art of Inspiring Student Success with Glendaliz Almonte

The Extraordinary Educators Podcast - December 11, 2023 05:00 - 12 minutes
Ever 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...

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