Being a member of a community, a tribe, is a basic human need. In this episode, Brian and Kasey discuss how to build a culture of belonging by emphasizing the critical components of a healthy community: acknowledging the unique selves, providing an opportunity to serve, and emphasizing the importance of now. If you like this episode, please share! You … Read More
Teaching Champions Podcast Episode 187: Listening, Celebrating, and Leading with SWAG with Dominic Armano
In this episode Dominic Armano shares how as a school administrator he creates a positive school culture. Among the topics we discuss are the power of truly listening, acknowledging and celebrating the school community, and leading with SWAG. MORE EPISODES
21 Questions for the End of the School Year
TL;DR: The final weeks of the school year are filled with a range of emotions as students and staff say goodbye and reflect on their growth together. Reflecting on the instructional design, learning culture, academic interventions, relationships, equity, professional growth, and self-care can support personal and professional development. The importance of asking the right questions, embracing uncertainty, and celebrating the … Read More
Supporting Today’s Learners
TL;DR: There is a comparison between cooking appliances and education methods, contrasting microwave learning (traditional) with air fryer learning (constructivist). In traditional learning, teachers are the main source of knowledge and focus on student compliance, while constructivist learning emphasizes student engagement, collaboration, and connecting learning to real-life experiences. Teachers in today’s classrooms are encouraged to be guides and mentors, creating … Read More
Centering Culture in Learning
TL;DR: Centering culture in learning experiences is important and should be a priority for all educators. The book “Unpack Your Impact” by Naomi O’Brien and LaNesha Tabb is a great resource for learning and implementing cultural inclusion in the classroom. Centering culture goes beyond surface-level activities and should be seamlessly integrated into practices. Culture is an integral part of identity … Read More