Welcome to the Counter Narrative Podcast, a show designed to change the way we talk, and think, about education. By sharing stories of successes and triumphs, we aim to challenge the dominant narrative that often negatively portrays our disenfranchised populations. I’m your host, Charles Williams. An urban educator for more than 15 years, a current school principal in Chicago, an … Read More
Episode 57 – Jessica Reed
Join Jeff and Adam as they chat it up with Jessica Reed. Jessica’s Education Journey Jack of all trades in elementary school One of two people in her county that are Google Trained Educators. I found a fit after 13/14 years. “I love talking.” Jessica Flipgrid is a tool that Jessica uses to better understand student thinking. Jessica has four … Read More
Episode 19 | Featuring Chey Cheney & Pav Wander
Chey Cheney is a middle school teacher with 20 years of experience, originally from Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. He currently teaches Grade 8 in Toronto, Ontario and engages in coaching and leadership work with students in the school beyond instructional time. Passionate about ELA, Chey’s teaching philosophy centers around student agency, student voice and a strong commitment to social justice. Chey … Read More
Episode 56 – Dan Edwards – The Robinhood Principal
Join Adam & Jeff as we chat with Primary Principal Dan Edwards! Dan’s Leadership Journey Hailing from Leicester, England, Dan originally trained to be a teacher in HS and MS Disenfranchised teaching HS Took some time off Spent some time working in primary schools (nursery age) Learned about the importance of play Teacher’s Assistant he worked with was there when … Read More
Episode 18 | Featuring Shelley Moore
Shelley Moore, originally from Edmonton, Alberta and now based in Vancouver, British Columbia, is a highly sought after teacher, researcher, consultant and storyteller and she has worked with school districts and community organizations throughout both Canada and the United States. Her research and work has been featured at national and international conferences and is constructed based on theory and effective practices of … Read More