Kheila Dunkerly is the Director of Teaching and Leadership Development for J Casas and Associates. Kheila is also a graphic and web designer for J Casas and Associates and ConnectEDD Publishing Company. She served as a classroom teacher, an instructional coach, and a Director of Innovation during her 20 years in education and is passionate about using technology to … Read More
Grin and “Bear” It- Part 1: Is Reading Overrated?
In this episode, Dave Schmittou and Katelynn Giordano debate whether reading is overrated in schools. They demonstrate what it’s like to agree to disagree and yet still have the utmost respect for each other. Based in part on their book, Poking the Bear, the two engage in critical conversations with the hope of being an example of critical conversation and … Read More
2022 Teach Better Podcast Summit Recap
TL;DR: The Teach Better Podcast Summit provided an opportunity for educational podcasters to showcase the work they do. These podcasters provided a plethora of amazing resources, experiences, and advice for educators around the world. As summer began, the Teach Better Team showcased some of the most successful educational podcasters in the industry for our podcast network to learn from their … Read More
39 – oh, i’m a quitter, alright
I’m a quitter. And I’m really ok with that label. In May, I walked out of my classroom for the last time, said goodbye to my friends, and left the profession of teaching after 20+ years. It was an emotional choice, but there was something inside of me that just knew it was the right time + space to give … Read More
Episode 48: Self Care Talk W/April Moody-Jennings
Hey, Y’all, we’re back with a brand new episode! In this episode, I discuss self-care and its benefits with April Moody-Jennings. Ms. Jennings seeks to be a voice for racial justice for women of color in education. In addition, she is a digital creator who creates mindful and self-care resources to help women navigate daily stresses. I hope you enjoy … Read More
