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Middle School Walk & TalkDust Off the Mission: Building Trust and Accountability in Middle Schools with Guest Jen CortIn this episode of Middle School Walk & Talk, hosts Phyllis Fagell and Jessica McGuire welcome Jen Cort, a seasoned educator, administrator, counselor, and incoming head of school, to discuss fostering healthy school communities amid societal polarization. Cort emphasizes the importance of grounding classroom and school practices in a clear, actionable mission to guide conversations and set boundaries for disagreements. She offers practical strategies, such as co-constructing agreements with students to anticipate and address mistakes, particularly those involving identity-based harm, to build trust and accountability. Cort advises teachers to listen actively without rushing to fix issues, underscoring the need for...
2025-09-3028 min
Third Space with Jen CortIdentity, Joy & Justice in a Shifting Landscape with Kwame Sarfo-Mensah – A Cross-Publication with Identity Talk for Educators LIVEn this powerful crossover episode, Jen Cort welcomes back Kwame Sarfo-Mensah—educator, consultant, and author of Learning to Relearn—for a deeply resonant conversation on justice-centered education and the evolving role of educators as cultural leaders and activists. Broadcasting from Lusaka, Zambia, Kwame brings a global lens to DEIJ trends, the impact of political censorship, and the nuanced ways educators can strategically use identity and privilege in the classroom and beyond.Together, Jen and Kwame explore how joy becomes a radical act in the face of resistance, how Generation Alpha is poised to reshape activism, and why publishing, podc...
2025-06-0453 min
Breaking the ParadigmDEI is Non-Negotiable: Creating a Meaningful Experience for Every Student with Jen CortWe are in a time where issues of diversity, equity, and inclusion are seen as “divisive” and “harmful,” and teachers and students across the country are being persecuted for engaging in DEI work.It’s why, in this moment, those of us with privilege, who have the safety to speak without the repercussions that many others face, need to speak up on the importance of DEI in our schools and our society.I was honored to have my colleague Jen Cort on Breaking the Paradigm to discuss the imperative of DEI in schools, and in particular...
2025-04-0655 min
Voices in Montessori PodcastHow to Bring Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Conversations into the Fabric of our School Communities and ClassroomsJen Cort joins the podcast to discuss how to approach diversity, equity, and inclusion conversations with our students. Jen begins by helping to reframe (and detoxify) the terms bias and privilege. She also offers strategies specific for having conversations with children at different ages and how these can be woven into the fabric of our classrooms (rather than designating certain blocks of time to discuss DEI). She also offers some themes we can introduce to our students (i.e., same and different, equity detectives, etc.) and suggests scripts for how to respond to certain questions that may make us fee...
2024-01-231h 05Middle School Walk & TalkA Shamed Brain Can’t Learn with Special Guest Jen CortNews flash! Kids make mistakes. So how do we adequately address the behavior while creating space for learning and growing? Phyllis and Joe are joined by Jen Cort, author of Help Us Begin: HUB strategies and mindsets for meaningful conversations with kids, especially when you are challenged by the topic. Jen offers some practical tips on how to effectively communicate with adolescents in ways that lead to more productive outcomes. She also shares advice on how to make the most of middle school advisory time. Middle School Walk & Talk is a production of the Association for Middle Le...
2023-05-3021 minThird Space with Jen CortPoetry- The Gateway to knowing and understanding unseen identitiesTony Keith, Jr. and Mel Cort share the paths they have walked to ensure understanding of their unstated identities. Lacking windows or mirrors for their historically marginalized identities, poetry created an avenue to express, explore, understand, and speak these identifiers.BioAnthony (Tony) Keith, Jr., PhD. is a Black American gay poet, spoken word artist, and Hip-Hop educational leader from Washington, D.C. He is the author of the debut young adult memoir in verse “How the Boogeyman Became a Poet” and the young adult poetry collection “Knucklehead,” forthcoming from Katherine Tegen Books, an imprint of Harpe...
2023-04-141h 19Third Space with Jen CortStrategies for talking about race with teensToni Graves Williamson is a nationally recognized diversity practitioner, consultant, now Director of Equity and Inclusion at Friends Select School Toni is a founding faculty member of the National Diversity Practitioners Institute, served on the faculty of the Student Diversity Leadership Conference, and co-founded Mid-Atlantic Region Diversity Conference. She conducts diversity climate studies, trains educators in cultural competency and best practices, and partners with the Friends Council on Education where she is also on the board. Toni is a principal consultant of the Glasgow Group, co-director and facilitator for The Race Institute for K-12 Educators, and contributing author to The...
2023-03-0559 minThird Space with Jen CortBringing your entire self to work, equity in the workplaceTricia Montalvo Timm is a first-generation Latina board director, venture investor, and speaker. She is on a mission to inspire anyone who has ever felt like an “other” in the workplace to embrace their true selves, owns their identity, and achieve success and fulfillment in their life and career.
2023-02-1643 minThird Space with Jen CortMaking the case and strategies for engaging in cross-racial dialogs between women of color and White women with Kimberlee WillilamsKimberlee is, first and foremost, a humanist, a deep believer in what is possible when humanity is centered. Her mix of authenticity and raw truth permits those around her to choose progress over perfection and bring their whole selves into the room. She is known for finding humor and challenge at just the right moments and, like the best of coaches, leaning in and pushing audiences just enough to believe in the potential she sees. Her approach of connection and compassion makes a consultation feel like a conversation with your best friend, a workshop feel like a workout with your...
2022-12-1945 minThird Space with Jen CortSupporting all students in a gender-inclusive girls schoolBill Ivey (he/any) is Middle School Dean and teaches Humanities 7, Rock Band, and Academic Skills at Stoneleigh-Burnham School, a gender-inclusive girls' school for grades 7-12 in Western Massachusetts. Bill serves on the NELMS Board of Directors as an equity, inclusion, and social justice advisor and on the AMLE Equity in Middle Grades Education Committee. He earned an A.B. in French at Middlebury College, with a concentration in Music, and a M.A.T. in French from the University of Massachusetts. His writings are notably included in Larry Ferlazzo's Q and A blog and the...
2022-11-2541 minThird Space with Jen CortA FREE organizational tool designed for and by educators to connect with others and keep your resources and lesson plans.Dr. Kelly Pascarella is a 17-year public school educator from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. During her career, she has taught and held leadership positions in two of the top performing school districts in the state of Pennsylvania, Mt. Lebanon, and Upper St. Clair School Districts. Her dissertation research examined teacher access, management, and evaluation of digital education resources amid the Covid-19 pandemic and emergency remote teaching. Kelly's work led to the creation of the Education Blueprint platform, a professional learning network built just for teachers to manage and follow technological development as one educator community. Kelly is a marathon runner, published writer...
2022-10-1226 minThird Space with Jen CortDEI director, Kojo Clarke discusses how our geographic, regional, cultural, accent, inform our ability to see each otherKojo Clarke is currently a Director of Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) at a pre k- 9th grade school. In his role he works closely with school leaders to oversee programming and professional development, while supporting parents and caregivers to explore and understand the world of DEI. As a member of the Leadership Team he also supports work of the school's Board of Trustees in several diversity, equity & inclusion initiatives, all with the communal goal of developing "culturally competent" students and adults and building a truly inclusive environment. Kojo completed his undergraduate degree at Franklin & Marshall College, where he double-majored in...
2022-08-1541 minThird Space with Jen CortListening to the StudentsHigh School Students reflect on school based DEI work, share advice and ideas for future programming.Student Bios:Ty’Shea Woods (she/her) is a recent graduate Garrison Forest School, and will attend Northwestern University to double major in psychology and international studies with a minor in Japanese. She was President of the School, on DEI advisory board, a member of the Baltimore Girls Student Leadership Coalition, and black student alliance. She has attended, planned, and been a lead facilitator for both the Middle School Student Diversity and Leadership Conference as well as the Baltimore Student Di...
2022-07-211h 03Third Space with Jen CortCreating and supporting affinity groups with Liza TalusanLiza Talusan returns to Third Space! Liza (LIE-zuh) earned her Bachelor's degree in Psychology from Connecticut College, a Master's Degree in Student Personnel Administration from New York University; a certificate in Human Resources; a PhD in Higher Education from the University of Massachusetts Boston; and her certified coaching credentials from the Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching. Her scholarship has been published in peer reviewed journals, edited book collections, online platforms, and she has been featured on a number of podcasts and interviews related to education, identity, and inclusion. She serves in a number of national organizations focused on education...
2022-06-2047 minThird Space with Jen CortDiscussing collaboration and solidarity with Susan Yao and Laura DombrowskiSusan Yao (she/hers) is an educator with experience as a middle school humanities teacher and middle school head. She is passionate about building communities of racial solidarity and believes that collective thriving is possible when we learn how to be in a community together in supportive and authentic ways. Susan has launched professional development programs such as the Friends Institute for New Administrators of Color and the New Teachers of Color Institute at the Gordon School and serves on the New England chapter of the POCIS (People of Color in Independent Schools) board. Susan lives on a homestead with...
2022-06-0342 minThird Space with Jen CortLGBTQIA lower and middle school programs with school counselor Logan DechterLogan Dechter (he/they) is a May 2022 graduate of the University of Maryland School Counseling Program and a professional school counselor in Montgomery County Public Schools. Logan serves as one of the advisors for his school's Rainbow Club, a developmentally appropriate Genders and Sexualities Alliance for 4th and 5th grade students. Logan also led the charge for the implementation of a Genders and Sexualities Alliance Prince George's County Public Schools middle school. In addition to his work in school counseling, Logan has experience in suicide prevention and crisis intervention, which has greatly influenced his research interests. Logan has...
2022-05-0245 min
RethinkingEDUEp44-Teacher Preparation- Feat. Dr. Carol WatsonThe vast majority of teachers experience their preparation programs at a tradition university under the guidance of a dedicated group of Faculty. Dr. Carol Watson is one of the Faculty members at Kutztown University. Dr. Watson talks with us about her approach to preparation programming, some of the experiences she shares with her students, and the research that underpins this approach. Plugs include Deliberate Optimism by Debbie Silver, Words Their Way, White Fragility by Robin DiAngelo, Help Us Begin by Jen Cort, and FieldTrip.com. Music by Ketsa.
2022-03-291h 06
Hurley in the Morning 2022Help Us Begin ft. Jen Cort and Karen WellerJen Cort is an educator and a consultant in the area of equity, diversity, justice and inclusion. Her podcast, Third Space, is one of the most downloaded in our voicEd Radio library. Jen is also the author of a new book, "Help Us Begin: HUB Strategies and Mindsets for Meaningful Conversations with kids, especially when you are challenged by the topic", published by AMLE. Jen made her way to the broadcast this morning, along with AMLE board member, Dr. Karen Weller Swanson, to talk about the book. Find out more about Jen through her...
2022-02-0726 minThird Space with Jen CortWhite Educators Discuss Allyship (and beyond) With Black PractitionersKristen Tubman grew up and lives in Baltimore, though she was born on the Eastern Shore of Maryland. She has spent the last 15 years teaching Spanish and engaging in Diversity & Equity work with 6th-12th grade students. Additionally, Kristen facilitates and learns with adults in various white affinity groups and workshops on a wide range of topics including Anti-racism, Whiteness, and Privilege. She has also been honored to be a co-planner of the Baltimore Student Diversity Leadership Conference for high-schoolers and the Middle School Student Leadership in Diversity Conference, both of which are led by brilliant student facilitators. She is...
2021-12-3153 minThird Space with Jen CortExploring weight-neutral health education with Elizabeth TingleElizabeth Tingle is a secondary teacher from Calgary, Alberta. She recently completed her Master's in educational research and is currently a sessional instructor at the Werklund School of Education and the lab coordinator for the Body Image Lab at the University of Calgary. She is passionate about weight-neutral health education and is the mother to three school-aged kids. She is also a producer and co-host for the Teacher Fanclub podcast https://teacherfanclub.com/podcast and on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, etc.
2021-11-2340 minThird Space with Jen CortBringing Restorative Practices Into Schools With Jen WilliamsJen Williams (she/her) is a middle school counselor in Chester County, Pennsylvania, where she lives with her husband and two children. Her tenure in middle school education spans two decades and includes a state board position for the Pennsylvania Association for Middle-Level Education. Mrs. Williams earned her M.Ed from Villanova University and her M.S. from The International Institute for Restorative Practices. She is the author of Peacekeepers: Empowering Youth Using Restorative Practices.
2021-10-1141 minThird Space with Jen CortIdeas for connecting equity work and mathematics ft. Nate Bridge, Kentaro Iwasaki & João (John) GomesNate Bridge is Haverford School Math teacher and has taught in international schools. Principally interested in systemic changes to education and school culture that would result in more equitable outcomes such as Criterion-Based Grading for student assessment and Rank Choice Voting for electing student leaders. Twitter: @schoolmrbridge https://natebridge.wixsite.com/teachingKentaro Iwasaki- The son of Japanese immigrants, Kentaro Iwasaki knew from a young age that he aspired to become a teacher. He was a high school math teacher and department head for 16 years and led his department in dismantling the tracked honors math program, resulting in...
2021-09-2255 min
Mindful School MarketingDiversity, Equity, & Inclusion in Independent School Marketing with Valaida Wise and Jen CortIn this episode, we talk with Val and Jen about the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion in independent schools, what it means to practice DEI, justice, and access without being performative, and how working with a consultant can help independent schools be leaders of change.
2021-08-1831 minThird Space with Jen CortAfrika Afeni-Mills consultant and diversity director discusses privilege, religion, and continuing to learnAfrika Afeni Mills is the Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion with BetterLesson and an Education Consultant. She is the author of 'Letter to White Teachers of My Black Children' a blog on Teaching While White that went viral, and an upcoming book. Afrika works with colleagues, teachers, coaches, and administrators to transform practices. She has been featured on podcasts, blogs, delivered keynote addresses, and facilitated sessions at conferences across the United States. She will also be publishing a book with Corwin Press in 2022. Afrika believes that all educators can be motivated, engaged, dynamic practitioners and leaders when provided with...
2021-08-1053 minThird Space with Jen CortSchool Diversity Practitioners Share Their Expertise with Bobby Edwards and Camille Simone EdwardsCamille Simone Edwards, Consultant With a Coach’s Approach believing in the infinite power of courage. With a strategic course of action, she partners with clients to create new pathways to their short/long-term goals related to personal + professional development. Camille Simone trains clients on how to use courage as the foundational tool to change their lives and then to fiercely maintain it. Camille Simone is excited to meet clients who are seeking to be coached in the learning areas of leadership development, culture, team building, diversity, inclusion, vision, goal setting, and interpersonal communication. Camille is also the Director of DE...
2021-06-211h 02Third Space with Jen CortQueer and Trans Affirming Mental and Sexual Health AdvocacyLGBTQ+ advocates and facilitators Bex Mui and Emily Schorr Lesnick talk with Jen about supports for LGBTQ+ youth, from mental health to sex ed to spirituality, and how they are connected. They’ll share insights from their youth workshop, which shares a variety of perspectives on gender, sexual orientation, and relationship structures and supports students in both reflecting on their own identities, and in advocating for the LGBTQ+ affirming sexual health curriculum they need and deserve. Bex Mui is a biracial, queer, cis femme organizer and consultant committed to the work of LGBTQ affirmation at the intersections of ed...
2021-05-2452 minThird Space with Jen CortThe duality of responsibility and accountability ft. Nishant MehtaOver a career spanning two decades, Nishant has worked on behalf of K-12 schools of all types on issues of leadership, culture, strategy and change management, and equity and justice.At Storbeck Search, he heads the firm’s Independent Schools practice, recruiting transformational leadership for private, charter, and mission-driven schools across the country. In addition to his active role in executive-level searches, he offers consulting on strategy and DE&I, as well as leadership and governance coaching and training for education and nonprofit organizations.Prior to joining Storbeck, Nishant served as Head of The Children’s Scho...
2021-05-1152 minThird Space with Jen CortLearn from long time diversity practitioner and leader, Johnnie ForemanJohnnie L. Foreman, Jr., longtime director of community and diversity at the Gilman School (Maryland), is the recipient of the 2014 NAIS Diversity Leadership Award. In presenting the award at the NAIS Annual Conference in Orlando, NAIS Vice President for Equity and Justice Caroline Blackwell noted the importance of Foreman’s diversity work not just at his school, but also in the broader independent school community and in the public schools of Baltimore. In all three areas, Blackwell said, Foreman has graced the “education landscape with the steady, reliable, and honorable commitment of his presence, knowledge, generosity of spirit, and matchless work...
2021-04-2652 minThird Space with Jen CortPractitioners share stories of being called a racistElizabeth Denevi rejoins Third Space as our first 'three-peat" guest. In this episode, Elizabeth and Jen offer a view into their experiences of being called racist. About Elizabeth:As the director of East Ed and co-founder of Teaching While White, Elizabeth works with schools nationally to increase equity, promote diversity pedagogy, and implement strategic processes for growth and development. She also serves as an adjunct professor at Lewis & Clark College in the Graduate School of Education and Counseling. Previously, she served as a director of studies and professional development and was responsible for the stewardship and...
2021-04-1242 minThird Space with Jen CortDiscussing Positive Racial Identity in Adults and Kids ft. Tianna Butler and Shannon Montague mp3Tianna Butler is the Associate Director of Admissions and Diversity Coordinator at National Presbyterian School. She has been in education for nearly a decade working as a Lower School Theatre Director, Teaching Associate, and Lead Second Grade Teacher respectively. Her dedication to justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion has its roots in her own experiences as a student in both public and independent schools and extends to ensuring students, families, and educators have the support they need. She was awarded the POCIS (People of Color in Independent Schools) Impact Award in 2014 for supporting diversity, promoting inclusion, and affirming community in her...
2021-03-2952 minThird Space with Jen CortSupporting The Academic and Social Success of Black Boys ft. Keith HinderlieKeith Hinderlie is a licensed psychologist and educator with over 20 years of working with adults, youth and families in a variety of settings. His professional background includes a unique combination of knowledge about, psychology, personal development, education, leadership, and cultural diversity.Find out more about Dr. Hinderlie by visiting http://www.keithhinderlie.com
2021-03-1550 min
Hurley In The Morning Highlight ReelCreating the Space for Difficult Conversations ft. Jen CortJen Cort is a Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Consultant from Maryland. She's also the host of the Third Space podcast on voicEd Radio. Jen joins me this morning to talk about her work, the conversations that she is nurturing in this space and the importance of vulnerability in this work.Jen is going to return to Hurley in the Morning in the coming weeks to talk about the challenges and opportunities when teachers commit to bringing controversial issues and events into the classroom space.Follow Jen on Twitter: @JenCortEdCon or visit her website: https://jencort.com
2021-02-1125 minThird Space with Jen CortStudents speaking to social justice through writingStudents at Mercersburg Academy and their teacher Michele Poacelli share their insights. Michelle teaches English and directs the Writing Center at Mercersburg Academy in Mercersburg, PA. In December 2020, she taught an elective course entitled, "The Subversive Imagination: Creative Writing for Social Justice" in which students read equity-themed works of fiction and poetry and then conducted their own writing experiments, using imagination to construct worlds that explore injustice and subvert it. This is her first podcast adventure.http://www.mercersburg.edu/
2021-02-0532 minThird Space with Jen CortExploring the connections between Christian privileges and equity conversations ft. Khyati JoshiKhyati Joshi co-founder of the Summer Institute for Teaching Diversity and Social Justice - multiple days in multiple locations visit www.idsj.us, Author of White Christian Privilege: The Illusion of Religious Equality in America (NYU Press, 2020) www.whitechristianprivilege.com, co-editor for Teaching for Diversity and Social Justice (3rd edition, 2016) You might be familiar with this book https://www.khyatijoshi.com/books/teaching-for-diversity-and-social-justice Teaching Tolerance Link for ABCD's https://www.tolerance.org/magazine/fall-2007/because-i-had-a-turbanhttps://www.facebook.com/DrKhyatiYJoshi and khyatijoshi.com Author White Christian Privilege: The Illusion of Religious Equality in America (NYU...
2021-01-1853 minThird Space with Jen CortPrejudice, Stereotypes and Reading the Media ft. Eric DeggansEric Deggans is NPR’s first full-time TV critic, crafting stories and commentaries for the network’s shows, such as Morning Edition, Here & Now and All Things Considered, along with writing material for NPR.org. He also appears on NPR podcasts such as Life Kit, Code Switch, It’s Been a Minute and Pop Culture Happy Hour. In addition, Eric is also a contributor and media analyst for MSNBC/NBC News and an adjunct instructor in the Sanford School of Public Policy at Duke University. And in 2020, he was given the Distinguished Alumni Service Award by Indiana University – the inst...
2020-12-1451 minThird Space with Jen CortResponding to alumni about their experiences ft. Camille Gear RichCamille Gear Rich is a Professor of Law and Sociology at USC Gould School of Law. Her research and teaching interests include constitutional law, feminist legal theory, family law, children and the law, and the First Amendment. She is the founder and Director of PRYSM: The USC Initiative for the Study of Race, Gender, Sexuality, and the Law. Rich is widely known for her research on race and gender discrimination and identity-formation issues related to race, class, gender, and sexuality. Rich is the principal of Rich Diversity Consulting. Her firm designs boutique diversity training for K-12 schools, universities, and select...
2020-12-0253 min
Your Teen Mag PodcastWhen You Get Racial Justice "Wrong"For many parents of teenagers, conversations centering around racial justice, police violence, and inherent bias can become interpersonal powder kegs— and quickly. How do we get past the fear of "getting it wrong?" Jen Cort, diversity, equity, inclusion and and justice educator is here to explain her perspective, and the perspective of those working to combat systemic discrimination in educational settings all over the world.
2020-12-0146 minThird Space with Jen CortJennifer BrownJENNIFER BROWN is an award-winning entrepreneur, dynamic speaker and diversity and inclusion expert. She is the Founder and CEO of Jennifer Brown Consulting (JBC), a strategic leadership and diversity consulting firm that coaches business leaders worldwide on critical issues of talent and workplace strategy. Brown is a passionate advocate for social equality who helps businesses foster healthier, more productive workplace cultures. Her book Inclusion: Diversity, the New Workplace & the Will to Change (2016) will inspire leadership to embrace the opportunity that diversity represents and empower advocates to drive change that resonates in today’s world. Jennifer's second book, How to Be an...
2020-11-161h 11Third Space with Jen CortDiscussing the DAY AFTER ELECTION GUIDEThe guide was written to support educators and administrators in preparing for the 2020 Presidential election. Published by the Virginia Center for Inclusive Communities (Summer 2020), the DAY AFTER ELECTION GUIDE includes content on navigating classroom climate, communication, curriculum, legal considerations, professional development, and responding to challenges inside and outside of the classroom.Shanelle Henry, is the Director of Equity and Inclusion at Greens Farms Academy, Co-Chair of the Commission on Diversity for the Connecticut Association of Independent Schools (CAIS), and is also an active member of TEAM Westport, the official diversity committee of the Town of Westport. An alumna...
2020-11-0244 minThird Space with Jen CortCreating space for a diversity of thoughtBrooke Carroll, Ph.D. is the Principal Consultant and Coach at Acies Strategies, supporting small schools and nonprofits in leadership development, Board development, and strategic thinking and planning. Dr. Carroll holds a doctorate in educational psychology and has over 25 years of experience leading schools and nonprofits. She has served on several school and non-profit Boards in various roles. Prior to consulting and coaching, Dr. Carroll was Head of School for 9 years at Seneca Academy, an International Baccalaureate World. https://www.aciesstrategies.com/aboutus.html
2020-10-2638 minThird Space with Jen CortPreparing to Talk About The Election ft Karen Kochel & Jonathan C. ZurJonathan and Karen share strategies for increasing the capacity for you and your students to discuss challenging topics. Jonathan C. Zur is President & CEO of the Virginia Center for Inclusive Communities (VCIC), an organization that works with schools, business, and communities to achieve success through inclusion. https://inclusiveva.org/. An experienced facilitator and consultant on issues of diversity, equity, and inclusion, Jonathan was appointed by the Governor of Virginia to the Commonwealth Commission on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, formed in the aftermath of the tragedy in Charlottesville in August 2017. In 2016, Jonathan was a speaker at the inaugural White...
2020-10-1851 minThird Space with Jen CortNavigating the 2020 US election in schools episode two of five" with Katie Leo and Laura Tavares of Facing History in OurselvesKatie Leo is a program associate at Facing History and Ourselves, primarily working with schools in the five boroughs of NYC. In her current position, Katie supports educators as they create supportive academic environments where students learn to make ethical decisions with courage and conviction. Prior to joining the staff of FHAO, Katie served as a high school teacher for 11 years, where she taught classes on nonviolence, current events, and the Civil Rights Movement. Katie lives in Brooklyn, NY with her family.Laura Tavares is Program Director for Organizational Learning and Thought Leadership at Facing History and Ourselves...
2020-10-1246 minThird Space with Jen CortAnniversary ShowJen Cort kicks off season three of her podcast by looking back on some of the conversations that she has had over the past two years. The you'll hear in this extended episode provide responses to a question that Jen asks at the end of each episode: "What do you want people to be thinking about now that they've heard this conversation?"
2020-10-071h 04Third Space with Jen CortTalking across age differences about race, abuse, mental health and moreDr. Michael Fowlin, better known as Mykee, is no stranger to the stage. He has been formally acting since age 11, but started creating voices (via prank calling) at age 9. In addition to his talents on stage, he has an undergraduate degree in psychology from Evangel University, in Springfield, Missouri, and in the fall of 2001, he obtained a doctorate degree in clinical psychology from Rutgers University.His programs combine both his professional acting talents and his psychological training. His mission is to create an atmosphere of worldwide inclusion, not just tolerance, towards all people. He has worked extensively with...
2020-06-2259 minThird Space with Jen CortSupporting LGBTQ Youth in times of COVID-19 with John Gentile and Becca MuiAbout our guests:John Gentile currently serves as the Co-Director of the Office for Identity, Culture and Institutional Equity at the Horace Mann School. July 1, he will be joining the Calhoun School community as the Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. He is a principal consultant with the Glasgow Group, a faculty member of the Student Diversity Leadership Conference, and a committee member of the NYSAIS Diversity Committee. He is co-founder of (Re)Defining Power, a conference for white males in 6-12th grades exploring their role in equity work. He is a graduate of the School Leadership...
2020-06-1657 minThird Space with Jen CortExamining White Privilege ft. Elizabeth Denevi and Jenna Chandler-WardFounders of Teaching While White Elizabeth Denevi and Jenna Chandler-Ward join third space to discuss white privilege, white allyship, white saviorism and more. Elizabeth Denevi is the director of East Ed and co-founder of Teaching While White, Elizabeth works with schools nationally to increase equity, promote diversity pedagogy, and implement strategic processes for growth and development. She also serves as an adjunct professor at Lewis & Clark College in the Graduate School of Education and Counseling. Previously, she served as a director of studies and professional development and was responsible for the stewardship and integration of curriculum...
2020-06-0853 minThird Space with Jen CortSchool-based Equity Work in Times of COVID19'I don't want us to think about it as 'on-line learning' but think of it as going into someone's home' Rodney Glasgow, Rohan Arjune, Diane Nichols, John Gentile, Loris Adams, Priyanka Rupani, Yvonne Adams, and Toni Graves Williamson of Glasgow group join Third Space to discuss remote learning and equity work in times of COVID-19. The Glasgow Group is a consortium of consultants providing skills, tools, and experiences through a lens of diversity, equity, and inclusion that enhance and deepen schools, organizations, and individual capacity for transformation. Follow Glasgow group at https://www.theglasgowgroup...
2020-05-311h 17Third Space with Jen CortSilence is the best friend of hate ft. Dr. Eddie Moore“Silence is the best friend of hate” Talking privilege with Dr. Eddie Moore Dr. Eddie Moore, Jr. has pursued and achieved success in academia, business, diversity, leadership, and community service. In 1996, he started America & MOORE, LLC [www.eddiemoorejr.com] to provide comprehensive diversity, privilege, and leadership trainings/workshops. Dr. Moore is recognized as one of the nation’s top speakers and educators. His interview with Wisconsin Public Radio won the 2015 Wisconsin Broadcasters Association's Best Interview in Medium Market Radio, 1st Place [http://www.wpr.org/shows/newsmakers-december-4-2014], and he is featured in the film “I’m not Raci...
2020-05-2550 minThird Space with Jen CortCaring about equity is not enough, schools need a strategy ft. Soledad O'BrienSoledad O’Brien joins Third Space and provides perspective on funding, staffing, and focusing on equity. Soledad O’Brien is an award-winning journalist, speaker, author, and philanthropist who anchors and produces the Hearst Television political magazine program “Matter of Fact with Soledad O’Brien.” O’Brien, founder, and CEO of Soledad O’Brien Productions, also reports for HBO Real Sports, the PBS NewsHour, WebMD, and has authored two books. She has appeared on networks, Fox and Oxygen, and anchored and reported for NBC, MSNBC, and CNN. She has won numerous awards, including three Emmys, the George Peabody award, an Alfr...
2020-05-1843 minThird Space with Jen CortThe New Should Not Be Normalized' Discussing Racial Literacy With Dr. Howard StevensonIn this episode of Third Space Howard Stevenson and I discuss racial literacy, empowering parents, and teachers to talk about race, the impact of COVID-19 on communities of color, the health implications of racism, the recent death of Ahmaud Arberry, and more. Listen to this episode and follow his work at www.lionsstory.org and www.forwardpromise.org.Dr. Howard Stevenson, Professor of Urban Education, Professor of Africana Studies at the University of Pennsylvania. He is the Executive Director of the Racial Empowerment Collaborative at Penn, designed to promote racial literacy in education, health, community and justice...
2020-05-1152 min
The Blooming Is A Habit Podcast With Dr. Stephanie AkoumanyS2:E6 Jen Cort. Making Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion A Priority In Schools While Learning RemotelyHow we treat each other matters and how we advocate for each other matters. When students don’t feel included, respected, and understood, they don't feel well. Experiencing bias, racism, sexism, classism, ageism etc. can lead to feelings of isolation, fear, anxiety, depression, and anger. Educators have a responsibility to stand up for their students when they see or hear someone being mistreated, made fun of or harassed because of some part of their identity. Many educators may feel unprepared to do so due to the lack of diversity or conflict resolution training. Educational consultant and therapist, Jen Cort explains ho...
2020-05-0752 minThird Space with Jen CortTalking privilege, race, parenting and more with Julie Lythcott-HaimsJulie Lythcott-Haims roots for humans. Humans need agency in order to make their way forward; Julie is deeply interested in what impedes us. She is the New York Times bestselling author of How to Raise an Adult, an anti-helicopter parenting manifesto which gave rise to one of the top TED Talks of 2016, and now has over 4 million views. Her second book is the critically-acclaimed and award-winning prose poetry memoir Real American, which illustrates her experience with racism and her journey toward self-acceptance. A third book called How to BE an Adult, for young adults, is forthcoming. She is a former...
2020-05-0549 minThird Space with Jen CortDiscussing difficult topics around the 2020 election and COVID-19 ft. Rosalind Wiseman and Megan SaxelbyRosalind, a returning guest is the founder of Cultures of Dignity, a contributor and curriculum creator for the Anti-Defamation League and as a multiple New York Times Bestseller best known for being the author of Queen Bees and Wannabes: the groundbreaking, best-selling book that was the basis for the movie and Broadway Musical Mean Girls, and was fully revised for a third edition. Wiseman is the author of the Owning Up Curriculum, a comprehensive social justice program for grades 4-12 which is in widespread use across the world. She has been profiled in or written for The New York Times...
2020-04-2752 minThird Space with Jen CortAsian-Black Solidarity During COVID-19Increasing incidents of Xenophobia resulting from COVID-19, Rosetta Lee, Jenifer Moore, Shari Berga, Liza Talusan discuss Asian-Black solidarity. Rosetta Lee is an educator at Seattle Girls' School and a consultant with non-profits, K-12 and Universities on topics such as cross-cultural communication, inclusive classrooms, and more tiny.cc/rosettalee. Jenifer is the Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion at the Key School in Annapolis, MD. Jenifer has served children of Washington, DC area since 2003 as a teacher, tutor, and school leader. Jenifer is a native Washingtonian with a love for learning, a deep connection to the community...
2020-04-201h 01Third Space with Jen CortSherry Coleman - Aligning Equity Goals and Hiring PracticesSherry Coleman is a search consultant and also a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) consultant. She was worked with a number of school types across the country doing senior management searches and also working with schools that need DEI consultancy.
2020-03-3138 minThird Space with Jen CortWomen in School LeadershipPenny Evins and Nicole Defruchard talk about women in school leadership. Penny is the head of Collegiate School in Richmond, VA and Nicole is the head of Advent School in Boston, MA.
2020-03-1751 minThird Space with Jen CortBeing a change agent with Ken Nwadike of Free Hugs Project and Joel Gunzburg, a counselor at Sandy Spring Friends SchoolKen E. Nwadike, Jr., is a peace activist, motivational speaker, and video journalist known as the Free Hugs Guy online. Nwadike Jr is the founder of the Free Hugs Project, which produces motivational videos to spread love, inspire change, and raise awareness of social issues. His ‘Free Hugs’ videos have reached hundreds of millions of views on Facebook and YouTube.In 2014, Nwadike launched the Free Hugs Project to spread love in response to the bombing of the Boston Marathon. The Free Hugs Project gained popularity in 2016, as Nwadike made major news headlines for his peace-keeping efforts and de-escalating viol...
2020-03-0248 minThird Space with Jen CortFocusing on diversity in the hiring process ft. Lawrence Alexander of Carney SandoeLawrence Alexander is the founding Director of Equity and Inclusion at Carney Sandoe and Associates. Alexander has spent over a decade working in college counseling and equity and inclusion at public and independent schools.Link to his practice, https://www.carneysandoe.com/consulting-services/dei-consulting
2020-02-1748 minThird Space with Jen CortAlicia DanyaliAlicia Danyali is currently the Head of Preschool and Dean of Service Learning at The New Century School, which serves families with students age 2 through Middle School in Fells Point, Baltimore, MD. Ms. Danyali’s career has been dedicated to child development, which has included roles as classroom teacher, mentor, teacher trainer, service coordinator, mediator and administrator at schools in Baltimore, Washington D.C. and The Netherlands. Her commitment to a partnership involving all stakeholders within educational settings, Alicia has evolved as a leader to accommodate social needs and embrace strategies that support academic institutions with a deep focus and un...
2020-01-1549 minThird Space with Jen CortHoliday with Friends: five faiths connect to peace and lightHoliday with Friends was an interfaith evening at Friends Academy Father Hyacinth Jemigbola, Associate Pastor, St. Edward the Confessor Church (Syosset, New York Jemigbola66@yahoo.com , Isaac Badaraco pastor and church planter in the village of Hempstead, in southern Nassau gatheringny.info@gmail.com. Mufti Farhan Executive Director of the Islamic Center of Long Island mufti.farhan@icliny.org and Rabbi Jaimie Shalhavet, of North Shore Synagogue rabbishalhevet@northshoresynagogue.org, join Jen Cort, Co-Quaker in Residence at Friends Academy.
2019-12-2553 minThird Space with Jen CortHow Gender Expression and Roles Have Changed in the Last 72 yearsGender roles and gender expression are changingHalia Pratt, (elementary student), Lilly Stewart, (high school student), Tenzin Crowley (college student), Alex DeSautels (woman in her 30's), Carol Taft (woman in her 70's), join Jen Cort (50's) discuss how gender identity and gender expression have changed from one generation to the next.
2019-12-0956 minThird Space with Jen CortStudents from Harpeth Hall interview Jen CortTurning the table, Harpeth Hall students interview Jen about equity, diversity, inclusion, and justice and why the work is so important to me.
2019-11-261h 06Third Space with Jen CortNic James - Supporting the new diversity director and the school new to having a diversity directorNic James serves Delaware Valley Friends School as the Director of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion and is a member of the Educational and Operational Administrative Teams. Nic began his career teaching English and Social Studies at the Middle School level and serving as a diversity coordinator before entering the realm of school leadership in several independent schools in the Philadelphia area. Nic is trained in racial literacy and DEI project management services. He received his B.S. in Speech Communication and Cultural Studies from Millersville University, holds an M.A. in English from Arcadia University, and an MS.Ed. in...
2019-11-1138 minThird Space with Jen CortNIOTCON attendees speak outReggie, Jasmine, and Larissa attended the Not In Our Town conference. In this episode, a parent, a middle schooler, and a high schooler talk about spoke about advocacy, agency, and student voice.
2019-10-2939 minThird Space with Jen CortDebby Irving discusses learning in public, talking about white racial identityDebby Irving brings to racial justice the perspective of working as a community organizer and classroom teacher for 25 years without understanding racism as a systemic issue or her own whiteness as an obstacle to grappling with it. As general manager of Boston’s Dance Umbrella and First Night, and later as a classroom teacher in Cambridge, Massachusetts, she struggled to make sense of tensions she could feel but not explain in racially mixed settings. In 2009, a graduate school course, Racial and Cultural Identities, gave her the answers she’d been looking for and launched her on a journey of discovery. Debb...
2019-10-1429 minThird Space with Jen CortDr. Liza Talusan discusses self-care in Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Justice workSelf-care is always important and especially so when working with EDIJ in schools. Dr. Liza Talusan is an educator, speaker, leader, runner, writer, life/leadership coach, and parent. With over 22 years of experience in PreK-20 education, Liza is an engaging facilitator in conversations about diversity, racism, bias, privilege, and power and creates environments that allow for people to discuss these difficult topics openly. Through her direct work with leaders, Liza empowers individuals to create a more inclusive organization, environment, community, and team. Dr. Talusan has been invited to well over 100 schools and organizations across the country...
2019-09-301h 00Third Space with Jen CortTim Holley discusses diversity in schools over his 35+ career in the same schoolTimothy (Tim) Holley, Jr. has been connected to Gilman since 1977 as a student, alumni, and for over 35 years an employee. He discusses the changing relationship with diversity in schools over the course of his career as a teacher, coach, athletic director, and Director of External Relations. Prior to his teaching and coaching career, Mr. Holley was commissioned in 1981 as an active-duty officer in the United States Navy. In this episode, Tim shares his observations and experiences over the longevity of his career.
2019-09-161h 01Third Space with Jen CortJill Goodman - Strengthening the Relationships Between Parents and SchoolsJill Goodman is an executive mentor and strategist with a diverse range of skills across the non-profit and educational sectors. With over 20 years of experience in developing high-level strategy, executing and growing core programs to forward the mission of numerous independent schools and organizations, Jill continues to help organizations harness the combination of smart methodology, active listening, creativity, planning, and compelling messaging that is essential to stand out in today’s competitive non-profit landscape.https://www.jillgoodmanconsulting.com/jgc-blog-news https://www.instagram.com/jilltgoodman/https://www.linkedin.com/in/jilldgoodmanhttps://twitter.co...
2019-09-0253 minThird Space with Jen CortTim Wise - Talking white privilege and systemic oppressionTim Wise is an antiracism educator and author of seven books, including his highly acclaimed memoir, White Like Me: Reflections on Race from a Privileged Son. He is the host of the podcast, Speak Out with Tim Wise and his essays are posted at Medium.com. He tweets @timjacobwise
2019-08-191h 00Third Space with Jen CortBryant K. Smith - Talking privilege, teaching kids of color, and activismBryant K. Smith is an experienced educator who is an expert in helping people and institutions to promote equity, practice social justice and enhance relationships
2019-08-0553 minThird Space with Jen CortSarah Hershey - Tips for talking about race with small childrenSarah Hershey is a mother, middle school humanities teacher, social justice educator, and lifelong learner. She is the founder of Courageous Change Consulting, whose mission is to build capacity among white people of diverse backgrounds to discuss, understand, identify, and tackle racism. Website: www.CourageousChange.org
2019-07-2352 minThird Space with Jen CortBrendon-Jeremi Jobs - The role of the diversity director - PT 2Brendon promotes equity and inclusion as Director of Diversity & Inclusion at the Haverford School for Boys. A veteran educator of the Philadelphia School District, Brendon has taught for over 12 years. His development as an educator has been largely self-directed, but indelibly shaped by experiences as a James Madison Fellow, Lehrman Fellow, a National Constitution Center Annenberg Fellow, an Education Pioneer with the SEED Foundation in Washington D.C., and an active member of Philadelphia’s teacher leader community via work with Teacher Action Group (TAG). Ongoing training with Penn GSE's Racial Empowerment Collaborative and the Race Institute informs his approach to...
2019-07-0553 minThird Space with Jen CortLana Bates - The role of the diversity director - PT 1Dr. Lana Asuncion-Bates is an experienced and enthusiastic cultural proficiency and diversity practitioner, consultant, and advocate with over 20 years of experience in the field of education. She has a demonstrated history of work in the public, private, and higher education school settings, as well as with local, state, and community agencies. Currently, Dr. Bates is the Director of Equity and Inclusion at an independent school in Maryland.
2019-06-2459 minThird Space with Jen CortImana Legette - Women of Color in School LeadershipImana Legette discusses women of color in school leadership. Imana is the current Head of Episcopal Academy Middle School, previous Director of Diversity at William Penn Charter School with a Masters from Pepperdine University
2019-06-1047 minThird Space with Jen CortHarper Keenan - Strategies for Supporting Transgender StudentsHarper B. Keenan is currently a postdoctoral fellow in Leadership in Teacher Education at Stanford University. He will join the Faculty of Education at the University of British Columbia as the Quartermain Professor of Gender & Sexuality Research in Education in September 2019. His work has been accepted at peer-reviewed academic journals like the Harvard Educational Review, Teachers College Record, Theory & Research in Social Education, and Gender & Education.
2019-05-2755 minThird Space with Jen CortDeborah Roffman - Talk SexualityDeborah Roffman joins Third Space to discuss her insights on understanding gender, gender identity, gender expression, talking about sexuality with kids and more. Deborah is one of Time Magazine's 16 top parenting experts for the 21st century, author, tv and radio guest, teacher, speaker, and founder of http://sexandsensibility.net/.
2019-05-1341 minThird Space with Jen CortPenny Evins - Systemic Diversity ProgramsPenny Evins is currently in her sixth year as head of St. Paul’s School for Girls in Baltimore and will be the incoming head for Collegiate School in Richmond, Virginia (July 2019). Penny worked with lower, middle, and upper schools before becoming Head of School. Penny serves on the boards of NAIS, The Center for Spiritual and Ethical Education, Baltimore Educational Scholarship Trust, Interscholastic Athletic Association of Maryland (IAAM), The Heads Network, and has previously served on boards of Association of Independent Maryland & DC Schools (AIMS).
2019-04-2930 minThird Space with Jen CortJamila Sams and Blake Kohn - School Mentorship and the Importance of Schools Connecting to Each OtherJamila Sams founder of "Go To Ms. Sams" and Blake Kohn, Director of National Network of Schools in Partnership share the import of student mentorships and school to school partnerships. Blake Kohn, Executive Director of National Network of Schools in Partnership, is a lifelong educator who has spent time in schools as a teacher, counselor and administrator. At NNSP she works to connect educators of all sectors (public, private and independent) in order to bring increased and enhanced community engagement and partnership opportunities to all students and teachers.
2019-04-1550 minThird Space with Jen CortLaVonna Roth - Allowing individuality and identity to shine.Allowing individuality and identity to shine. Lavonna Roth focuses on students and teachers being seen and heard, being their unique selves, in order to explore and celebrate their unique identity.Thousands of educators are exiting the field of education every year, exhausted and burnt out. Frustrated by this crisis that hurts our students, LaVonna set out on a worldwide mission to serve educators, authoring 8 books on brain research and engaging instruction, creating the Ignite Your S.H.I.N.E.® framework, and providing professional development for educators internationally. Her life’s passion is to empower educators like YOU to...
2019-04-0243 minThird Space with Jen CortPhyllis Fagell - Affinity Groups and Supporting Identity DevelopmentSupporting identity development and underscoring the importance of affinity groups.Phyllis is the school counselor at Sheridan School in Washington, D.C., a therapist at The Chrysalis Group, an author of Middle School Matters: The 10 Key Skills Kids Need to Thrive in Middle School and Beyond--- and How Parents Can Help. Phyllis is alsoa journalist who writes columns for The Washington Post, PDK, Intl. and AMLE.
2019-03-1844 minThird Space with Jen CortCritical Conversations Across the AgesMiddle School students share how parents and teachers can broach topics such as race, gender, and technology with them in the first part of Third Space. In the second part, teachers and an administrator share their thoughts on the same topics.
2019-03-0657 min
Alexander Dawson School PodcastEstablishing Strong Lines of Communication Between Students and ParentsEducation consultant Jen Cort, host of Third Space podcast, in conversation with her new Dawson Middle School colleagues about the ways that adults can approach difficult topics with children. Then, she sits down with Dawson parents to get their perspective on navigating the subjects they did not grow up talking about, and how important it is to model asking for help. Subjects include technology, race, gender and loyalty conflicts between home and school.
2019-03-0557 minThird Space with Jen CortJeff Ransom - Equity, Diversity Inclusion and Justice in School AthleticsJeff Ransom begins our series focusing on athletic programs and equity, diversity, inclusion, and justice.Jeff Ransom Is the Director of Athletics at Wilmington Friends School. Jeff was formerly was a physical education teacher, and head of the varsity lacrosse and golf programs at Sidwell Friends School. Jeff holds a Master of Education, and Bachelor of Science from Salisbury State University, where he played and coached lacrosse for the Seagulls. Jeff gained valuable leadership experience from his student personnel work in the residence halls at West Virginia Wesleyan College and Bowie State University.Contact info ransomlacrosse...
2019-02-1944 minThird Space with Jen CortShank Subramani: Accessing privilege, Giving back, and the Future of LeadershipVrishank "Shank" Subramani is a Senior Marketing Analyst at Merkle Inc. and an Assistant Basketball Coach at Paul Public Charter School. In his ,spare time he can be found watching and performing comedy or discussing the latest and greatest in the sports world on twitter. Shank is a graduate of the University of Maryland where he earned his Bachelor of Science in Aerospace Engineering. He currently resides in person in Washington D.C and on the internet @shankap0tomus.
2019-02-0637 minThird Space with Jen CortRandolph Carter and Blake Kohn: Conference StrategiesRandolph Carter and Blake Kohn offer strategies for setting up student leadership and faculty professional development conferences. Randolph is the director and founder of EastEd and Blake is the director of National Network of Schools in Partnership.
2019-01-2240 minThird Space with Jen CortDebbie Silver - Strategies for Reaching StudentsEsteemed speaker and celebrated author, Debbie Silver shares dives into the topic of helping teachers see and hear children while helping children learn to be visible and heard in ways that work for them
2019-01-0755 minThird Space with Jen CortPeter and Paul ReynoldsPeter and Paul Reynolds discuss how to help students feel seen and heard in the classroom, clarifying misunderstandings around the complexities of creativity, and suggestions for teachers to reach their students.
2018-12-2756 min
In Conversation with Stephen HurleyJen CortJen Cort is a therapist, former school principal & counselor focusing on diversity, advisory programs & student, parent, teacher partnerships. In this initial conversation, we focus on Jen's approach to having meaningful conversations with our kids about things with which we, as adults, may not totally comfortable.Find out more about Jen's work by visiting her website: www.jencort.com/You can follow Jen on Twitter as well: @JenCortEdCon
2018-12-1643 minThird Space with Jen CortJoan Green - Neurological and Cognitive DiversityJoan L. Green is a licensed and certified speech-language pathologist, technology specialist, published author, speaker, and mother of 4 young adults. Her mission is to help families and professionals learn how to get the most out of their computers and mobile devices using uniquely effective and engaging strategies to improve communication, cognition, literacy, and learning.
2018-12-1143 minThird Space with Jen CortLauren Brownlee and Melanie Cort - Two EDIJ Partnership ModelsLauren Brownlee and Melanie Cort answer the question "How can adults and middle schoolers be truly equal partners and voices in developing diversity programs? As they provide a model which can be easily replicated.
2018-12-0336 minThird Space with Jen CortJennifer BryanIn this episode, Jennifer Bryan speaks with us about how schools can and should advance the conversation about transgender and non-binary students with practical ideas and thought provoking insights.Dr. Bryan is known for her breadth of knowledge, humorous insights, and ability to foster a non-threatening dialogue about topics that are complex and highly personal. In addition to gender and sexuality, Dr. Bryan helps organizations build skills for engaging in the critical conversations that are vital to the health of the institution.For more information about Dr. Bryan visit www.teamfinchconsultants.com
2018-11-2247 minThird Space with Jen CortCourtney Peterson and Carolyn Miller: A Diversity, Inclusion, Equity and Justice Lens on HiringIn this episode, Jen Cort speaks with Courtney Peterson and Carolyn Miller about Equity, Diversity, Justice and Inclusion in our hiring practices.Courtney is Director of Human Resources at Sidwell Friends School in Washington, DC, and Carolyn is the Director of Human Resources at Sandy Spring Friends School in Maryland.
2018-10-3138 min
Alexander Dawson School PodcastJen Cort On Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Social JusticeDirector of Admissions Andrew Bishop has a conversation with special guest, renowned clinical social worker and educator, Jen Cort.
2018-10-1729 minThird Space with Jen CortDr. Philip McAdooIn this episode, Jen Cort welcomes Philip McAdoo to this Third Space. Philip served as the former Director of Equity, Justice, and Community at the Sidwell Friends School in Washington, DC.He is a proud father and author of two books: Every Child Deserves and Independent Queers: LGBTQ Educators in Independent Schools Speak Out. He is currently the Founder and Chief Operating Officer of Philip McAdoo Diversity and Inclusion Consulting, LLC (philipmcadoo.com). He lives in Atlanta with Sean, his partner, Zaden, his son and Bart-ley, their wondrous dog.Philip's book is available for pre-order...
2018-10-1543 minThird Space with Jen CortElizabeth DeneviElizabeth Denevi, PhD, is the associate director of East Ed, a non-profit agency that works with schools nationally to increase equity, promote diversity pedagogy, and implement strategic processes for growth and development. She has served as both a classroom teacher and senior administrator in several PreK-12 schools. She is also the co-founder of Teaching While White, a blog and podcast series that looks at the issues of whiteness and racism in US schools.Books referenced are Promoting Racial Literacy in Schools: Differences That Make a Difference by Howard C. Stevenson and The Guide for White Teachers Teaching Black...
2018-10-0533 minThird Space with Jen CortDr. Stephanie AkoumanyDr. Stephanie Akoumany, Founder and CEO of Bloom, helps businesses, nonprofits, and public, charter, & independent schools build communities they love through online and in-person courses, news, events, podcasts, and social media that explores Education, Play, & Wellness, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, Fitness & Food As Medicine, Self-Care & Mindfulness, Tech for Change, how to Bloom & Inspire others!Dr. Akoumany will be leading a workshop entitled “Reclaiming Your Time to Thrive: Self Care and Mindfulness Strategies To Help Faculty of Color” at the 2018 NAIS People of Color Conference in Nashville, TN and is available for public speaking and guest-lecturer engagements.
2018-09-1951 minThird Space with Jen CortRodney GlasgowSeason 1- Episode 3 "Opening the Conversation", Rodney Glasgow talks about how to begin conversations about diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice. Rodney is the Head of Middle School and Chief Diversity Officer at St. Andrew's Episcopal School in Potomac, MD. He is a member of the board of trustees for Sheridan School in Washington, D.C., Chair of the National Association of Independent Schools' Student Diversity Leadership Conference, and President of The Glasgow Group, a consortium of educational consultants whose flagship work is the National Diversity Practitioners Institute. Social media:www.theglasgowgroup.orgwww.rodneyglasgow.comtwitter...
2018-09-0351 minThird Space with Jen CortRosalind Wiseman and Tré GarnettSeason 1- Episode 2 "Opening the Conversation" Rosalind and Tré talk about how to begin conversations about diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice. Rosalind is the founder of Cultures of Dignity, the author of the curriculum Owning Up: Empowering Adolescents to Confront Social Cruelty, Bullying, and Injustice and a multiple New York Times bestselling author including Queen Bees and Wannabes: Helping Your Daughter Survive Cliques, Gossip, Boyfriends, and the New Realities of Girl World—the groundbreaking book that was the basis for the movie and Broadway musical Mean Girls. Tre' is a student intern and a rising sophomore at...
2018-09-0349 minThird Space with Jen CortRosetta LeeSeason 1- Episode 1 "Opening the Conversation" Rosetta Lee talk about how to begin conversations about diversity, equity, inclusion, and justice. Rosetta Lee works at the Seattle Girls' School as an educator and a school-based consultant. She works with K-12 schools, colleges and universities, and nonprofits on topics such as cross-cultural communication, identity development, implicit bias, inclusive classrooms, and more. Twitter @rosettalee, Website:https://sites.google.com/a/sgswa.org/sgsprofessionaloutreach/home
2018-08-0750 minThird Space with Jen CortAn IntroductionListen in as Jen Cort, host of Third Space, speaks with Stephen Hurley about her new podcast.
2018-08-0706 min