Gretchen Bridgers is a National Board certified elementary school teacher from Charlotte, NC. In 2006, Gretchen received her bachelor’s degree at Marist College in Poughkeepsie, New York. In 2010, she received her master’s degree in Curriculum and Supervision from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. Gretchen taught grades 2, 3, and 5 before transitioning into the role of a … Read More
Episode #19: Thoughts & Reflections
In this episode, recorded in September of 2020 I take a few minutes to recap the first 3.5 months the podcast was on the air, and thoughts about some of the upcoming guests I have. Thanks for your ongoing support and for being a regular downloader of “Out of the Trenches”! -Dana MORE EPISODES
Episode #20: Sheldon Eakins
Sheldon L. Eakins, Ph.D. supports educators with the tools and resources necessary to ensure equity at their school. He is the host for #LeadingEquity podcast and is the founder of the https://www.leadingequitycenter.com/ With over 11 years in education, he has served as a teacher, principal, and Director of Special Education. Dr. Eakins has a passion for helping educators accomplish equitable practices in their schools.He … Read More
Episode #21: Sarah Johnson
Sarah Johnson is a former teacher and school principal, turned author, speaker, leadership coach, and podcaster. She is passionate about assisting others in seeking greater satisfaction in all areas of their full lives by helping them go beyond work-life balance as well as develop strong leadership foundations. Sarah holds a Bachelor of Arts in Secondary Education, Master of Science in … Read More
Episode #22: Danna Thomas
Danna Thomas is a former Baltimore City Public School teacher turned founder of a global initiative to support the mental health and wellness of educators. Her organization, Happy Teacher Revolution, is on a mission to increase teacher happiness, retention, and professional sustainability by providing educators with the time and space to heal, deal, and be real about the social-emotional demands … Read More