Episode 83: Teaching for Justice with Lindsay Lyons

Darrin PeppardLeaning Into Leadership

Lindsay Lyons joins the show for an amazing conversation around teaching and learning, curriculum development, and the importance of affirming and empowering all students through our work in schools. That, plus your weekly #PepTalk on this week’s show. MORE EPISODES

Relationship with Research | Ken Williams | Unnecessary Overkill

Tom SchimmerThe Tom Schimmer Podcast

In Don’t @ Me (2:35), Tom opens by sharing an observation about our convenient relationship with research. Then, Tom is joined by Ken Williams (14:32) to discuss his forthcoming book “Ruthless Equity.” Finally, in Assessment Corner (1:03:21), Tom discusses what he believes is an unnecessary overkill when it comes to assessment methods. . Ken on Twitter: @unfoldthesoul Ken on Instagram: @unfoldthesoul … Read More

What’s Happened to Us? | Brian Butler | Common Assessments

Tom SchimmerThe Tom Schimmer Podcast

In Don’t @ Me (3:50), Tom opens this week by questioning why we’ve collectively become so brazen and disrespectful towards others. Then, Tom is joined by friend and colleague Brian Butler (16:03) for a conversation about why gifted education should be the floor for all learners if we are to achieve true equity in our schools.  Finally, in Assessment Corner … Read More

Shine Bright | Luis Cruz | Don’t Overthink It

Tom SchimmerThe Tom Schimmer Podcast

In Don’t @ Me (2:46), Tom opens with a quick story from last week about how the small things in life – even if they are manufactured – can make a big difference in how we are feeling. Then, Tom is joined by friend and colleague Luis Cruz (11:19) to explore what it means to fulfill society’s new, more modern … Read More

Ep. 32: With Age Comes… | Yvette Jackson | Non-Verbal Cues

Tom SchimmerThe Tom Schimmer Podcast

In Don’t @ Me (1:18), Tom explores the societal contradiction that emerges when we finish the expression, “With Ages Comes Wisdom.” Then, Tom is joined by Dr. Yvette Jackson (13:55), author of Pedagogy of Confidence to discuss the equity issue surrounding Special Education and Gifted programs. Finally, in Assessment Corner (1:32:14), Tom discusses the formative role of non-verbal cues in … Read More