Join your host, Dr. Lee Green, as he celebrates the incredible work of Lindsey Erwin, a Media Arts Teacher at East Jackson Elementary School in the Jackson County School System.Lindsey is a celebrated educator, recognized as a GaETC 2025 Rising Star and the JCSS 2024–2025 Support Person of the Year, whose innovative journey from dental hygiene to a certified teaching position exemplifies her deep commitment to student empowerment.In this episode, you will learn about:
- Championing Tech Integration: How Lindsey transformed her classroom into a hub for robotics, 3D design, and coding by purposefully aligning technology with core academic standards. This includes her work leading the Amazon Robotics Challenge for 5th graders and presenting at major conferences like GaETC.
- Student Success and Leadership: The impressive achievements of her students, including the Lego League team advancing to the State Level Competition and the significant growth of the Georgia Student Technology Competition (GaSTC) presence, with multiple students advancing to the state level.
- Creative Digital Storytelling: The innovative projects that have earned national recognition, such as her students' participation in the 90-Second Newbery Festival, where they wrote, filmed, and edited creative video adaptations of classic novels (examples include A Wrinkle in Time and Out of the Dust).
- School and Community Impact: Lindsey's commitment to fostering a positive school culture—from leading professional learning sessions for colleagues to helping build a welcoming atmosphere for students and staff.
This conversation is a masterclass in driving positive institutional change and fostering the 21st-century skills essential for all learners.Relevant Links and Resources Mentioned:
