Lessons from ‘Life Under Pressure’ on Youth Suicide Prevention

William AndresenBlog, Leadership, Reflect Better

TL;DR: Attending a talk at the 92nd Street Y, William Andresen discusses the book “Life Under Pressure” by Dr. Anna S. Mueller and Dr. Seth Abrutyn. The book explores the social roots of youth suicide and how community tragedies can lead to clusters of suicide. Andresen reflects on his own educational experiences, emphasizing the importance of building visible, tangible connections … Read More

Show 147: Reaching the Students Who Need It Most

Ken EhrmannBlog

Dani is the 2023 Massachusetts Teacher of the Year and clarified why in this conversation. She is dedicated to the quality education for every child she interacts with daily.  She spends most of her time supporting the students who need it most. Dani acknowledges her strengths and weaknesses as a teacher and how that helped her find her best position … Read More

Episode #185: Andrea Bitner

Dana GoodierBlog

Andrea Bitner is an educator, author, and speaker.  She lives on the East Coast among some of the fastest-speaking people in the country!  She has worked with students in grades K-12 through her twenty-two years in public education from all around the world.  Her work as an English Language Teacher, Reading Specialist, Literacy Coach, Presenter, and High School English Teacher … Read More

Episode #177: Tom Hierck & Chris Weber

Dana GoodierBlog

Tom Hierck has been an educator since 1983 in a career that has spanned all grade levels and roles in public education. His experiences as a teacher, administrator, district leader, department of education project leader, and executive director have provided a unique context for his education philosophy. Tom Hierck is one of our profession’s leading authors and consulta nts, with 39 … Read More