Here are a few of my strategies of how I discuss black culture within my classroom. Steps include setting a foundation to respect all cultures, celebrate various cultures, and how I share my mistakes and stories.

Summer Assignments: Launchpad for Learning

May 19th, 2020 21m 52s

In this episode, summer assignments in human geography are discussed including my why for moving towards documentaries and away from traditional summer reading.

Class of 2020- What Did I Actually Teach You?

May 12th, 2020 5m 16s

A short reflection of my thoughts as I say goodbye to another graduating class. The curriculum was taught, but how did I do with the hidden curriculum?

Building an Entrepreneurship Curriculum with an Entrepreneur, Brandon Tyree.

Apr 27th, 2020 35m 50s

Joined by another guest and entrepreneur, Brandon Tyree, discussion centers around key aspects to building a entrepreneurial program at the high school level and how we’ve developed and refined this program over the past 7 years.

Another perspective: An Interview with Stephen Hebert.

Apr 24th, 2020 41m 14s

This episode I’m joined by colleague, Stephen Hebert as we discuss teaching online and the future of education.

He told me, “You won’t be here long.”

Apr 23rd, 2020 22m 21s

Reflection on memorable words from my first teacher evaluation with Dr. Ben Phillips and what I’ve experienced with public and private school environments

Week 3 of Distance Learning: Three C’s

Apr 17th, 2020 16m 22s

Consistency, caring and cheerleading were my go to words this week when teaching online.

Week 2: Remote Learning

Apr 6th, 2020 21m 43s

Week 2 brought a new normal, but what’s the plan until the end of the year?

Teaching Online Week 1

Mar 29th, 2020 21m 53s

The good, bad and ugly are discussed in terms of my experience “going online.” This explains what worked and what I struggled with as an educator.

Hard work and what you get out of it- inspired by an 8th grade boy!

Mar 17th, 2020 11m 40s

Thank you, Vince. You inspired me with your words after winning the local geography bee. I’m gonna use your advice for online education purposes!

First step for online education- let them review

Mar 16th, 2020 14m 15s

Allowing kids to review prior information warms them up to activate learning of the new curriculum and makes them feel like mini-experts in their educational journey. Parents can facilitate this too- It’s easy!

What’s your dream course?

Feb 29th, 2020 14m 21s

When asked what my dream course would be I stumbled and mumbled but now I have a better answer and I’m planning it out.

Multipliers in Education

Feb 24th, 2020 20m 54s

Liz Wiseman’s work on multipliers in business leadership applies directly to work in the classroom and education as well. Here’s how to get more out of your students.

Why I Teach During Tests

Feb 21st, 2020 16m 21s

Students are Uber motivated on test days so we should teach them before, during and after their assessments.

Shadow a Student

Feb 17th, 2020 27m 6s

The learning that occurred from one day of shadowing a student- athlete still pays dividends In my classroom.

Burnout or just the February Blues?

Feb 14th, 2020 18m 25s

February is typically the toughest month of the academic year so let’s focus on what we can and cannot control.

The B+ Student and Fear of Success

Feb 14th, 2020 18m

Many students fly under the radar and intentionally underperform and here’s why: fear of success. This may prevent them from giving their all in your classrooms.

Tribute to my mentor, Dr. Nancy Knop.

Jan 21st, 2020 24m 51s

Mentors are powerful forces and in my case my college track and field coach served as a mentor in my path to education.

Sourdough Starter

Jan 20th, 2020 26m 8s

What does education have in common with a sourdough starter? More than you might have realized in that both take a lot of time, care and maintenance to thrive!

Your Feedback Matters!

Jan 17th, 2020 24m

Students receive a great amount of information every day and this feedback when delivered effectively can help them foster a desired growth mindset for learning.

4 Ideas From Teaching PE

Jan 14th, 2020 16m 26s

4 lessons from experiences in elementary physical education remain in tool kit for high school social science courses.

Zingers! Operant Conditioning in Action

Jan 10th, 2020 14m 44s

Zingers help us celebrate learning and new ideas in the classroom. A simple operant conditioning idea energized my classroom and created an atmosphere where peers reinforced the new expectation for learning.

Experiential Learning

Jan 6th, 2020 23m 14s

Learning by doing can be transformative for students and teachers alike. Ideas for implementation as well as wonderful workshops are referenced in this episode.