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3 Ps in a Pod: An Education PodcastThe Art and Science of Mentoring (More Than Mentoring, Part 9)On this final episode in this series on More Than Mentoring, we welcome Arizona K12 Center Executive Director Daniela Robles and Assistant Director of Induction and Mentoring Kathleen Paulsen back to the podcast. They reflect on themes through this season and discuss the role of mentors and what formal mentorship means for the enhanced practice and sustainability of educators across Arizona. Daniela recognizes how there is both an art, that includes the relationship component of mentoring, and a science, that leans into data collection and student learning, to mentoring. Balancing these appropriately requires intellectual preparation, s...
2025-05-1523 min
3 Ps in a Pod: An Education PodcastMentorship in Action with Inez Ramirez (More Than Mentoring, Part 7)On this episode of 3Ps in a Pod, you will meet Inez Ramirez, NBCT, a mentor with the Maricopa Unified School District. Inez walks us through her role as an instructional mentor for beginning teachers and the ways mentoring supports teachers in her district. She shares how she not only differentiates the support she provides but the various ways that she meets the needs of her mentees and maximizes their time spent connecting. Host Juliana Urtubey, NBCT, and Inez reinforce that the mentor-mentee support structures are built on trusting relationships. As a mentor through the Arizona K12 C...
2025-05-0134 min
3 Ps in a Pod: An Education PodcastMentoring and Professional Learning (More Than Mentoring, Part 4)Join Kathleen Paulsen, assistant director of induction and mentoring at the Arizona K12 Center, as she connects with long-time educator and author Joellen Killion. They take a deep look at mentoring and induction and talk about what continues to inspire and drive Joellen's work. Joellen is a renowned leader in education with 30 years of experience in the design, implementation, and evaluation of professional learning. Joellen has served as a senior advisor to Learning Forward and is also the author of several books. On the podcast, Kathleen specifically discusses Joellen's article "Coaching Light Coaching Heavy" and how it...
2025-03-2720 min
3 Ps in a Pod: An Education PodcastLet's Talk Mentoring (More Than Mentoring, Part 1)Welcome to this new 3Ps in a Pod series on More Than Mentoring! In this first episode, host Marlys Weaver welcomes Arizona K12 Center Executive Director Daniela Robles and Assistant Director of Induction and Mentoring Kathleen Paulsen to explore instructional mentoring, how it's different than coaching, and what this work can do for teachers, mentors, and school communities. Kathleen and Daniela both share how they came to instructional mentoring before actually having the title of a mentor or coach, either by reaching out to help new teachers in their school or to support National Board...
2025-02-2736 min
3 Ps in a Pod: An Education PodcastPromises and Perils of AI in Education with Ken SheltonWe'll have a full season of 3Ps in a Pod starting soon. In the meantime, here's a special episode of 3Ps in a Pod with Ken Shelton, an expert on artificial intelligence (AI) in education and author of The Promises and Perils of AI in Education: Ethics and Equity Have Entered the Chat. Marlys Weaver of the Arizona K12 Center and Dr. LeeAnn Lindsey of the Arizona Institute for Education and the Economy, co-host this episode. Dr. Lindsey also co-hosted the four-part AI in Education podcast series last spring and was part of the team that created...
2025-02-0642 min
3 Ps in a Pod: An Education PodcastRemoving Barriers to Post Secondary Opportunities: Students and Staff (Healthy and Thriving Environments for Strong Connections and Strong Schools, Part 8)While we focus on K-12 education at the Arizona K12 Center, today on 3Ps in a Pod, we're talking about a particular pathway for high school graduates. Today, Amanda Schmidt, a senior development director with NAU Advancement, joins us to talk about ways to remove or lower barriers to post-secondary education and how, as a community, we can all participate in helping others achieve success by lowering financial barriers. Amanda shares about why she encourages students to lead with curiosity when considering post-secondary possibilities and the importance of reaching out to find out what support may exist...
2024-12-0536 min
3 Ps in a Pod: An Education PodcastCognitive Moves for Success (Healthy and Thriving Environments for Strong Connections and Strong Schools, Part 1)Welcome back to a new season of 3Ps in a Pod! This season we will deeply explore a focus on healthy and thriving environments for strong connections and strong schools. Host Juliana Urtubey, NBCT, will be connecting you with various guests who will help us explore this idea from diverse perspectives and help us think critically about how we all work together to create strong schools that center our students. Through this series, you'll find both thought-provoking conversations and complimentary professional learning materials linked in our show notes. In this first epi...
2024-10-0338 min3 Ps in a Pod: An Education PodcastReflecting on the First Year of Teaching with Rachel MartinezRachel Martinez is in her first year of teaching third-grade in Tolleson Elementary School District. In this episode, 3Ps in a Pod host Kathleen Paulsen talks with Rachel about the support she's received at her school and the learning she did at the recent Welcome to Teaching event with Dr. Doug Fisher. She shares how struck she was by the six levels of engagement that Dr. Fisher shared and how he showed how even very young students can be aware of their engagement level and know what they need to do to be more ready t...
2024-05-1624 min
3 Ps in a Pod: An Education PodcastProfessional Learning Together with Dr. Jennifer RobinsonWhen Dr. Jennifer Robinson first attended the Arizona K12 Center's annual Teacher Leadership Institute, she was the only one from her district but connected with other "lone wolves." She learned there but has since found even more value in bringing a team to this annual summer conference. She shares with 3Ps host Paula about how she brings a variety of personnel from her school with her to Teacher Leadership Institute and how they synthesize their learning together and also share with the rest of their school together. Dr. Robinson reflects on the power of stepping away from t...
2024-03-2817 min3 Ps in a Pod: An Education PodcastNational Board Support: How Litchfield Elementary Has Grown This WorkNational Board Certification is the most respected professional certification available in education and provides numerous benefits to teachers, students, and schools. Today, 3Ps in a Pod host Donnie talks with four educators from Litchfield Elementary School District about how they have structured and grown their support for National Board Certification candidates to, in turn, better support students. Joining us from Litchfield Elementary School District are New National Board Certified Teacher (NBCT) Sarah Beyer; National Board candidate Norma Coria; and Allison Paterno, NBCT, and Miriam Wilson, NBCT, two National Board candidate support providers. Miriam and Allison...
2024-03-0727 min
3 Ps in a Pod: An Education PodcastSpreading the Word on Brain-Based Learning with Dr. Marcia TateIf you're a teacher, you're a dendrite grower, according to today's guest Dr. Marcia Tate. Growing dendrites is a piece of brain science Dr. Tate shares in many of her books and workshops to help educators understand the context of brain-based teaching and learning. Dr. Tate talks with 3Ps host Josh about how, after years working as a teacher and an administrator, she learned about the brain science behind teaching and wanted to share that understanding with others. She has now been in education 49 years and has taught about half of million people as an educational consultant.
2024-02-2930 min3 Ps in a Pod: An Education PodcastUnderstanding Reflective Practice with Dr. Kevin RoessgerHere at the Arizona K12 Center, we're big proponents of reflecting on your practice. But what does it mean to be a reflective practitioner and how do we use that reflection to not be the end goal but a tool to generate change in ourselves and our learners? Dr. Kevin Roessger, associate professor of adult and lifelong learning at the University of Arkansas, has focused his work in quantitative research methodologies and adult learning theory. In this episode, he talks with host Paula about what led to this interest and the research he has done in critical...
2024-02-1530 min
The K-12 Tech PodcastK12 Tech Origins Series Ep. 5 with Don Ringelestein Pt. 1In this episode of the K12 Origins Series Podcast, host Zachary Marvel is joined by Don Ringelestein, current Director of Technology with a rich background in both the public and private sectors. Don shares his unconventional journey from a tech enthusiast to a philosophy major, shedding light on how critical thinking and ethical inquiries shaped his career. They discuss the evolution of educational technology, the importance of customer service and creating a positive team culture, and the transition from commercial tech leadership to impacting educational institutions. Listen and join us in learning Don's origin story!
2023-11-1327 min
The K-12 Tech PodcastK12 Tech Origins Series Ep. 4 with Bill Stein Pt. 2 on A broader Vision for Digital EqualityIn Part 2 of Episode 4 on the K12 Origins Series, Podcast host Zack Marvel continues a dynamic conversation with EdTech professional Bill Stein. In this part, they explore Bill's journey from local initiatives like Connect Me to national advocacy for digital equality.The conversation touches on transparent communication, building effective teams, and personal strategies for work-life balance. Bill's advice for aspiring tech directors includes staying true to oneself, embracing problem-solving skills, and overcoming imposter syndrome. Join us to learn more about the technological work Bill has done in his career.
2023-10-1317 minThe K-12 Tech PodcastK12 Tech Origins Series Ep. 4 with Bill Stein Pt. 1In Part 1 of Episode 4 on the K12 Tech Origins Series, Podcast Host Zachary Marvel sits down with Edtech professional Bill Stein. Listen as Bill recounts his experiences spanning 34 years, discover the highs, lows, and valuable lessons that shaped him into the tech leader he is today. Whether you're a teacher, tech enthusiast, or aspiring director, our podcast provides a dynamic blend of fun, education, and real-world insights into the dynamic realm of K-12 technology. Tune in, learn, and dive in on a tech journey like never before!
2023-10-1329 minThe K-12 Tech PodcastK12 Tech Origins Series Ep. 3 with Pete JustWelcome to Part 3 of the K12 Origins Series Podcast, where your host Zachary Marvel takes you on an insightful journey through the world of education technology. In this episode, we have the privilege of hosting Ed Tech Thought Leader, Pete Just, a nationally recognized expert who has left an inerasable mark on the educational landscape. Pete's extensive experience, including his instrumental role on the National COSN board, has played a pivotal role in shaping the rise of education technology. Join us in revisiting Pete's journey and upbringing within the industry.
2023-09-1456 min
3 Ps in a Pod: An Education PodcastTransforming STEM Education ASAP! with Mike Vargas and Amanda WhitehurstSTEM education can look very different across Arizona, which is why the Arizona STEM Acceleration Project came to be to help advance STEM in schools across the state. In this episode, hosts Donnie and Daniela talk with Mike Vargas and Amanda Whitehurst share how the Arizona STEM Acceleration Project (ASAP) works to transform how educators deliver STEM education. The Arizona STEM Acceleration Project has three components for the program's teacher fellows: overseeing a student- or community-facing project writing four STEM lesson plans taking part in research on teaching STEM in Arizona AS...
2023-08-2430 min
3 Ps in a Pod: An Education PodcastSupporting Students Beyond the Classroom with Jason CataneseThe school year is back in session, so 3Ps is back too! Today, hosts Kathleen and Donnie chat with Jason Catanese, a middle school math teacher in the Isaac School District, about how he extended his support of his students far outside his classroom and began a comprehensive college prep program. Jason, also known as "Mr. Cat," teaches seventh- and eighth-grade math at Pueblo Del Sol Middle School in the Isaac School District, located in the Maryvale neighborhood of Phoenix. He is also the founder of Camp Catanese to support first-generation college students as they p...
2023-08-1717 min3 Ps in a Pod: An Education PodcastIntroducing Executive Director Daniela RoblesMeet the Arizona K12 Center's new executive director, Daniela Robles, in today's episode of 3Ps in a Pod. Daniela has been in education for more than 27 years, including working as a classroom teacher, instructional coach, and a variety of administrative roles at the school and district level. In today's episode, hosts Marlys and Kathleen talk with Daniela about what first brought her into teaching and about her continued passion for Arizona education. She shares about the highlights of her career, including National Board Certification, and how the Arizona K12 Center helped elevate her practice and leadership over...
2023-04-1319 min
3 Ps in a Pod: An Education PodcastWelcoming New Teachers to National Board CertificationToday we welcome Danielle Brown, NBCT, a former host of 3Ps in a Pod, and now the senior manager of candidate experience at the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards. She and host Donnie Dicus discuss the changing landscape of education and how the National Board is approaching some of that change. Brown first shares how her role at the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards combines her passion for National Board Certification with what her work had been at the Arizona K12 Center supporting new teachers before talking about how early career educators can now pursue N...
2023-03-0919 min3 Ps in a Pod: An Education PodcastPreparing New Teachers through the Arizona Teacher Residency, S12 Episode 13One year ago, the Arizona Department of Education and Northern Arizona University came together to announce the creation of the Arizona Teacher Residency. Housed within the Arizona K12 Center, the Arizona Teacher Residency now has its first cohort of residents working in the classrooms of supervising teachers in Osborn, Roosevelt, and Tempe Elementary school districts. Today, you'll hear from one resident and supervising teacher pair about their experience with the program so far. 3Ps in a Pod host Kathy Wiebke welcomes Arizona Teacher Residency Director Dr. Victoria Theisen-Homer to the podcast to talk about the creation and...
2022-11-0330 min
3 Ps in a Pod: An Education PodcastMentorship: Building Relationships with Teachers, S12 Episode 3You know how important it is to build strong relationships with students, and it's just as important for mentors to build that trust and rapport with teachers. Today, hosts Kathleen and Paula talk with Treva Jenkins from Maricopa Unified School District about how to build those strong relationships with new teachers to best support their growth and confidence in the classroom. Jenkins, a beginning teacher mentor who also teaches a class of students, shares how she prioritizes relationship-building and listening in her first year of mentoring a teacher. She notes how important it was for her to...
2022-08-2526 min
3 Ps in a Pod: An Education PodcastCreating Classroom Community One Student at a Time, S12 Episode 1The 22-23 school year has kicked off, so we're back with another great season of 3Ps in a Pod! Today, we're talking about how to develop those strong, caring relationships in your classroom with three fantastic Arizona teachers and providing you with ideas for how to start this school year off strong with a safe and successful classroom. Hosts Kathy Wiebke, NBCT, and Paula Watkins, NBCT, welcome Aminah Abdelhaq, NBCT, of Mesa Public Schools, Gabby Chai, NBCT, of Tucson Unified School District, and Sara Wyffels, NBCT, of Chandler Unified School District to the podcast. They discuss the...
2022-08-1137 min
2022-05-2711 min
2022-05-2710 min3 Ps in a Pod: An Education PodcastS11 Episode 8: The Power of Relationships in Teacher Leadership with Biju PadmanabhanWelcome a new school principal and a new co-host of 3Ps in a Pod to today's episode! New co-host Paula joins Marlys to talk with first-year principal Biju Padmanabhan about his transition from the classroom to leading a school community and what he's learned through the past year. Padmanabhan is the principal of Gililland Middle School in Tempe Elementary School District and has worked to uplift the others around him through his leadership style. He shares with Paula and Marlys about what it means to center shared leadership and how he approaches leadership from a learner's mindset.
2022-04-2123 min3 Ps in a Pod: An Education PodcastS11 Episode 7: Community, Collaboration, and Charm: The Camp Plug and Play ExperienceTony Vincent is a familiar face at Arizona K12 Center's technology events and will again be "the cruise director" at this summer's Camp Plug and Play. In this episode, Vincent shares the history of Camp Plug and Play and gives an overview of the returning strands "campers" can explore in depth this summer – Get Google Certified, Making HyperDocs, and Making Media – and introduces this year's two new strands, Gamify Learning and New and Notable Tech Destinations. He also talks about what to do when something goes wrong with technology, even when you're a "tech person" and h...
2022-04-0725 min3 Ps in a Pod: An Education PodcastS11 Episode 5: Powerful Moments in Math Class with Dr. Mike FlynnInspired by Chip Heath and Dan Heath's book The Power of Moments, Dr. Mike Flynn has focused his work on how to create meaningful experiences for learners. In this episode of 3Ps in a Pod, he talks with hosts Donnie and Danielle about his exploration into making memorable moments in the math class and how he'll help others explore that this summer through the Arizona K12 Center. Flynn is the Director of Mathematics Leadership Programs at Mount Holyoke College in Massachusetts and will be leading the Arizona K12 Center's Arizona GEAR UP (Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness...
2022-03-1031 min
The Happy and Healthy PodcastCommunity Partnerships with Jim Baxter of United Way, Jim Conklin of Cultivate Culinary and Tanera Winters of Chartwells K12/South Bend Schools"We have an obligation to give something back to the community that gives so much to us," Ray Kroc once said. Join us with Jim Baxter of United Way and Jim Conklin of Cultivate Culinary, two local non-profits, in discussion with Tanera Winters, Resident District Manager of Chartwells K12 in partnership with South Bend Community School Corporation. These 3 individuals have dedicated their time to giving back to the South Bend community and in the process have provided over 2 million meals to those in need.Follow Jim Baxter and United Way of St. Joseph County:uwsjc...
2022-02-2527 min3 Ps in a Pod: An Education PodcastS11 Episode 1: The Year Ahead with Dr. Kathy Wiebke, NBCTWe are kicking off the new year and our 11th season of 3Ps in a Pod by welcoming Arizona K12 Center Executive Director Dr. Kathy Wiebke, NBCT. Kathy joins co-hosts Marlys and Kathleen to reflect on the highs and lows that made up 2021 and shares about what she is looking forward to in 2022. She mentions several accomplishments by the Arizona K12 Center in the past year, including expanding the Arizona New Teacher Support Program to 22 sites and introducing the Arizona Teacher Residency. Kathy also talks about her vision for Arizona education and the Arizona 12 Center's...
2022-01-1319 min3 Ps in a Pod: An Education PodcastS10 Episode 16: Introducing the Arizona Teacher Residency with Dr. Victoria Theisen-HomerIf you haven't heard already, the Arizona K12 Center is the home of the brand new Arizona Teacher Residency! This is a first-of-its-kind graduate program in Arizona, modeled after medical residencies, to help recruit, prepare, support, and retain K-12 teachers. The two-year program aims to prepare aspiring teachers with a rigorous graduate education, a yearlong classroom apprenticeship, and ongoing professional learning through the Arizona K12 Center. In today's episode of 3Ps in a Pod, hosts Marlys and Donnie talk with Dr. Victoria Theisen-Homer, the Arizona K12 Center's Arizona Teacher Residency Director, about the program. Dr. Theisen-Homer shares...
2021-12-0221 min3 Ps in a Pod: An Education PodcastS10 Episode 13: Elevating Teacher Voices through the Engagement ToolkitHave you wanted to become more engaged in the decision-making in your school, your district, or at the state level? The Arizona K12 Center partnered with the Office of the Maricopa County School Superintendent to develop a toolkit of resources to equip and empower Arizona teachers with pertinent education information in order to engage and advocate for themselves, their students, and their profession. In this episode, co-hosts Angelia and Marlys talk about the importance of sharing about our professional work before welcoming Darcy Moody and Brian Hoffner from the Office of the Maricopa County School S...
2021-11-0432 min3 Ps in a Pod: An Education PodcastS10 Episode 10: Learning and Reflecting with First-Year Teacher Katee HurstThink back on your first years in the classroom and how we can all support those newest to the profession in this episode all about the first year of teaching! 3Ps in a Pod hosts Angelia and Kathleen start off sharing about their memories from their first years of teaching before welcoming Katee Hurst to the podcast. A first-year teacher, Hurst teaches second-grade at Faith Mathew Sossamon Elementary School in Queen Creek. As Angelia and Kathleen note, Hurst is the focus of a series of Arizona K12 Center blog posts this year about her first year of...
2021-10-1424 min3 Ps in a Pod: An Education PodcastS10 Episode 6: Inclusive Literacy Practices with JoEllen McCarthyThe books we chose to read to students and have in our classroom hold power. In this episode, 3Ps in a Pod hosts Mary and Marlys continue their focus on literacy from last week's episode to this conversation with JoEllen McCarthy. McCarthy is an educator whose work centers on the power of books and how to use books as co-teachers. In this episode, she shares the importance of books that represent and tell the stories of people from a variety of identities, cultures, and lived experiences. Mary, Marlys, and McCarthy share several strategies for staying alert to...
2021-09-1637 min3 Ps in a Pod: An Education PodcastS10 Episode 5: Inclusive Literacy Practices with Dr. Tracey FloresDoes your English language arts teaching center your students' voices? In today's episode of 3Ps in a Pod, hosts Mary and Marlys talk with longtime educator Dr. Tracey T. Flores about how literacy efforts can help students feel "loved, honored, and celebrated in really important ways." Flores is an assistant professor of language and literacy at the University of Texas at Austin where she teaches Language Arts Methods and Community Literacies in the K-5 teacher education program. Before moving to Austin, Flores worked in Phoenix-area schools including Creighton School District and Glendale Elementary School District. ...
2021-09-0929 min3 Ps in a Pod: An Education PodcastS10 Episode 1: Supporting Arizona's New Teachers with Michelle DohertyIt's a new school year and a new season of 3Ps in a Pod! We're kicking off this 10th season of the podcast by exploring opportunities and resources available to Arizona's newest teachers. 3Ps hosts Kathleen and Danielle first talk about some of the ways that the Arizona K12 Center supports new teachers and review the events coming up in this year's Beginning Teacher Series. They then welcome Michelle Doherty to the conversation. Doherty taught for 25 years and now teaches at Northern Arizona University and supports new teachers as an Arizona Teachers Academy mentor. Doherty...
2021-08-1228 min3 Ps in a Pod: An Education PodcastS9 Episode 14: Maintaining Your National Board CertificationThe National Board Certified Teacher journey doesn't end with certification. In today's episode, we cover one area that follows after certification: the maintenance of your National Board Certification. NBCTs Hannah Jones and Alexis LaDuca join 3Ps in a Pod hosts and NBCTs Donnie Dicus and Kathleen Paulsen to talk about what the original National Board Certification process meant to them, what NCBTs must do to maintain their certification, and why they decided to pursue that process. If you are an NBCT, you can learn more about the Maintenance of Certification process on the National Board...
2021-04-1531 min3 Ps in a Pod: An Education PodcastS9 Episode 12: EdTech for Social Good With Dr. Jennifer WilliamsToday, 3Ps in a Pod hosts Danielle and Angelia welcome global educator Dr. Jennifer Williams to the podcast. Join them as they explore Dr. Williams' work of using EdTech for global social good and what to expect at Camp Plug and Play 16.0 happening June 14-18, 2021. Dr. Williams has taught in both traditional and Montessori K-12 educational settings. She is the Executive Director of Take Action Global, a non-profit organization, and is also a professor who loves working with future teachers in the college of education at Saint Leo University. You can hear more from Dr. Wil...
2021-04-0129 min
3 Ps in a Pod: An Education PodcastS9 Episode 10: PD in 30: Unpacking the New Arizona Science StandardsExplore the new Arizona Science Standards in this PD in 30 segment of 3Ps in a Pod with Rebecca Garelli, science and STEM specialist at the Arizona Department of Education, and Robyn Yewell, fifth-grade educator at Harelson Elementary School in the Amphitheater Unified District. PD in 30 is exactly what it sounds like: a professional development session in 30 minutes or less. Garelli and Yewell will be using the document linked here to talk through what has changed in the standards and what educators can do to help support students in moving into inquiry and phenomena-based learning. This segment is...
2021-03-1829 min3 Ps in a Pod: An Education PodcastS9 Episode 9: The Role of Struggle with John SanGiovanniToday, 3Ps in a Pod hosts Donnie and Kathleen welcome math specialist John SanGiovanni to the podcast. While their conversation centers on math instruction, many of the strategies they discuss apply to all teachers. SanGiovanni is a mathematics supervisor in Howard County, Maryland, and the author of several books including Productive Math Struggle and Mine the Gap for Mathematical Understanding. In this episode, he talks about the importance of planning for instruction and getting to know your students and their conceptions of math. He also reflects with Donnie and Kathleen about the role of struggle in education...
2021-03-1124 min3 Ps in a Pod: An Education PodcastS9 Episode 8: Inclusive Classrooms for All Learners with Dr. Becki Cohn-VargasAre you familiar with identity safety and what that looks like in your classroom? Dr. Becki Cohn-Vargas joins 3Ps in a Pod hosts Angelia and Kathleen to talk about identity safe teaching and identity safe classrooms. Dr. Cohn-Vargas and Dr. Dorothy Steele authored the book Identity Safe Classrooms: Places to Belong and Learn. Dr. Cohn-Vargas also authored Identity Safe Classrooms: Pathways to Belonging and Learning with Alexandrea Creer Kahn and Amy Epstein in 2021. She speaks to both of these publications in this podcast episode. In this episode, Dr. Cohn-Vargas shares about how she first learned a...
2021-03-0420 min3 Ps in a Pod: An Education PodcastS9 Episode 7: Social-Emotional Learning from a Distance and in Person with John and Jessica HanniganWe hear time and time again how important relationships are and how social-emotional learning needs to be a constant part of teaching. While we know their importance, it can be challenging to actually put into practice how we envision, especially as we navigate virtual and hybrid teaching during the COVID-19 pandemic. 3Ps in a Pod hosts Angelia and Kathleen talk with Dr. John Hannigan and Jessica Hannigan about their understanding and approach to social-emotional learning. As the authors of "SEL From a Distance: Tools and Processes for Anytime, Anywhere," the Hannigans have explored why social-emotional learning is...
2021-02-2532 min3 Ps in a Pod: An Education PodcastS9 Episode 6: Arizona Early Language Development Programs and Why They Matter to Every EducatorLast week, 3Ps in a Pod featured Dr. Dana Suskind and the research she has done at the TMW Center for Early Learning and Public Health about early language and literacy development. This week, 3Ps hosts Danielle and Mary continue that conversation by talking about local efforts toward supporting some of Arizona's youngest learners. This episode will help build your own understanding of early language and literacy development, as well as provide you with information and resources that are available to the parents and families in your community. Danielle and Mary reflect on last week's e...
2021-02-1850 min3 Ps in a Pod: An Education PodcastS9 Episode 5: The Role of Thirty Million Words with Dr. Dana SuskindWhile classroom teachers are significant in every student's learning journey, that journey begins before children ever enter a school. Today, 3Ps hosts Danielle and Mary welcome on Dr. Dana Suskind, Professor of Surgery at the University of Chicago, Director of the Pediatric Cochlear Implant Program, and Founder and Director of Thirty Million Words. Dr. Suskind shares about how her career as a cochlear implant surgeon led her to recognize the range of language development in her patients. Her curiosity about what led to such differences in language acquisition set her on a path of research...
2021-02-1130 min3 Ps in a Pod: An Education PodcastS9 Episode 4: Culturally Responsive Teaching with The Urban Connection ProjectIn today's episode, we're exploring culturally responsive teaching with Kristen and Justin Campbell, the founders of The Urban Connection Project. Hosts Kathleen and Angelia welcome the Campbells to 3Ps in a Pod to share about their work with the organization they lead and its focus on culturally responsive teaching. The Campbells share how their experiences growing up and then as classroom teachers led to their creation of The Urban Connection Project. They then detail how they understand culturally responsive teaching and the impact that can have for all Arizona students. This discussion includes talking about...
2021-02-0417 min3 Ps in a Pod: An Education PodcastS9 Episode 3: Creating a Culture of Inquiry with Kass Minor and Trevor MacKenzieWhat is teacher-led inquiry? What is student-led inquiry? How do they interact? We're digging into those questions with educators and inquirers Kass Minor and Trevor MacKenzie on this episode of 3Ps in a Pod. Minor and MacKenzie break down the broad concept of inquiry into what it means for educators, leaders, and students day to day and how it intersects with conversations about equity and social justice. Minor and MacKenzie talk both about the ideas involved in approaching life and teaching with an inquiry stance and specific examples of that mindset in action. 3Ps hosts Angelia and...
2021-01-2842 min3 Ps in a Pod: An Education PodcastS9 Episode 2: Inclusion in Schools: A Look Inside Tempe Union, Part 2In this episode, we're continuing our conversation from last week about inclusion in Tempe Union High School District. Hosts Kathleen, Mary, and Angelia reflect on last week's episode when they spoke with Tempe Union High School District Superintendent Dr. Kevin Mendivil and several Tempe Union students, pointing out connections to the conversation you'll hear with Tempe Union teachers. They then turn the discussion over to teachers Cheryl Jannuzzi, Chanda McDonald, Raquel Salas, and Shauna Demers. This panel of Tempe Union teachers talk about their understanding of diversity and inclusion and the efforts they take toward...
2021-01-2135 min3 Ps in a Pod: An Education PodcastS9 Episode 1: Inclusion in School: A Look Inside Tempe Union, Part 1We're starting off our ninth season of 3Ps in a Pod with two episodes focused on discussions of race and inclusion in schools. We've partnered with Tempe Union High School District's superintendent, teachers, and students to highlight the conversations happening in their community. In this episode, hosts Angelia, Kathleen, and Mary talk with Tempe Union Superintendent Dr. Kevin Mendivil about the breadth and diversity of the district and his excitement for the work Tempe Union has done and continues to do. The hosts then welcome four Tempe Union high school students to the podcast. The...
2021-01-1447 min3 Ps in a Pod: An Education PodcastS8 Episode 18: Hearts Full of Gratitude for Arizona TeachersNo one predicted just how challenging this year would be, especially for teachers. In this holiday season and as we prepare for the close of 2020, we wanted to reflect on our gratitude for you and all Arizona educators. In this episode, all five 3Ps in a Pod hosts share about the meaningful moments of gratitude they felt as teachers from students and families. Then, a variety of educators and leaders from Arizona and across the country express their gratitude for you! You'll recognize many of these voices from earlier podcast episodes or from Arizona K12...
2020-12-1729 min
The K-12 Tech PodcastIntroTranscription: Hello you’re listening to the K12 Tech Podcast, bringing you insights into the world of education technology. Stay tuned as we discuss the past, the present and most importantly the future of technology in our schools. Hello and welcome to episode 1 of the K12 Tech Podcast. My name is Zack Marvel and I will be the host of this show. I’m excited to be here with you all. I decided to start this podcast for one simple reason: to help K through 12 school administrators make the best decisions regarding managing the tech in their respective inst...
2020-12-1101 min3 Ps in a Pod: An Education PodcastS8 Episode 17: 'Moving' and Social Mobility with Andy HargreavesYou may know Andy Hargreaves for his educational research, but in his newest book, he pairs his personal educational insights with his own story. In this week's episode of 3Ps in a Pod, hosts Angelia and Donnie talk with Hargreaves about his new memoir, Moving, and the idea of social mobility that he highlights through the book. Social mobility refers to the chance and opportunity to move up in economic or social standing, Hargreaves explains. In this episode, he reflects on education's role in creating social mobility. Hargreaves also shares how, no matter how different...
2020-12-1037 min3 Ps in a Pod: An Education PodcastS8 Episode 16: From Student Teaching to First-Year Teaching with Brianna WiniesdorfferYou may remember hearing from Brianna Winiesdorffer in a 3Ps in a Pod episode last March. After graduating from Northern Arizona University in the spring, Winiesdorffer is now a math resource teacher at Coconino High School in Flagstaff Unified School District. In this episode, Winiesdorffer catches up with hosts Danielle and Kathleen about her transition from pre-service to first-year teaching and what resources and support she's received through the Arizona Teachers Academy. She also shares her words of encouragement for all Arizona educators. The Arizona Teachers Academy provides funding to support teachers throughout their career...
2020-12-0320 min
Social Media-Expertenwissen | Der K12 Podcast#11 Welchen Einfluss hat die Corona-Pandemie auf Social Media?Viel mehr Content, Fake News und Verschwörungstheorien, Instagram als Nachrichtenplattform, immer mehr Unternehmen auf Social Media: Corona sorgt nicht nur m privaten Umfeld, sondern auch in der digitalen Kommunikation für ziemlich viel Wirbel. Doch wie müssen sich Social Media-ExpertInnen auf diese veränderten Bedingungen einstellen – oder ist das alles nur eine Phase? Das Social Media Team von K12 blickt auf die letzten Monate seiner Arbeit zurück und zieht ein Fazit: Was ist jetzt wichtiger denn je? Was sollten Unternehmen sein lassen? Und warum sind Mut und Flexibilität so wichtig? Antworten auf diese und viele weitere Fragen g...
2020-11-2512 min3 Ps in a Pod: An Education PodcastS8 Episode 15: PD in 30: Creating Inviting SlidesHang out with tech experts Tony Vincent and Paul West in this PD in 30 segment of 3Ps in a Pod. PD in 30 is exactly what it sounds like: a professional development session in 30 minutes or less. This segment is most beneficial if you're able to listen with a pencil and paper in hand and can easily hit the pause and play buttons on your listening device. Feel free to listen with a group of other teachers or by yourself. In this episode, Tony Vincent of Learning in Hand and Paul West of Pdubya Tech and Tempe Elementary...
2020-11-1931 min3 Ps in a Pod: An Education PodcastS8 Episode 14: Service and Leadership with Dr. Nancy PrattIt's the week of Veterans Day, and 3Ps in a Pod hosts Angelia and Danielle are talking with Dr. Nancy Pratt about her military experience and how that has carried into her education career. Pratt is currently the Director of Instruction and Innovation at Cave Creek Unified School District. But before realizing her interest in teaching, Pratt was a young woman in a Reserve Officers' Training Corps (ROTC) military briefing class at Arizona State University, realizing she had something special to offer. Pratt became a transportation officer stationed at Fort Lewis near Tacoma, Washington. She...
2020-11-1134 min3 Ps in a Pod: An Education PodcastS8 Episode 13: Meet Arizona Teacher of the Year Sara WyffelsHear from Arizona Educational Foundation's recently named 2021 Arizona Teacher of the Year Sara Wyffels in today's episode of 3Ps in a Pod! Hosts Mary and Donnie talk with Wyffels about her journey into education, the experience of being named Arizona Teacher of the Year, and her vision for taking on this role. She defines how she sees teacher leadership and what it means for teachers to step into their voice and expertise. Wyffels also shares about how she approaches balancing her many roles and commitments and her encouragement for all Arizona educators during this especially challenging and...
2020-11-0518 min3 Ps in a Pod: An Education PodcastS8 Episode 12: Realities and Vision for Arizona Education with the Rodel FoundationIf you've only heard the name of the Rodel Foundation of Arizona in passing, today's episode will help you understand the vision and work of this education organization. Don Budinger, Board Chairman and Founding Director of the Rodel Foundation, was a successful business owner when he realized the incredible importance of education. When he and his brother sold their business, they vowed to take a leading role in the U.S. public education system. They created the Rodel Foundation with the understanding that education changes everything. In this episode, 3Ps hosts Angelia and Mary talk...
2020-10-2928 min
3 Ps in a Pod: An Education PodcastS8 Episode 11: PD in 30: Understanding the Standards with Suzi MastIt's time for another PD in 30! This time, Suzi Mast, owner of Dynamic Teaching Partners and previously of the Arizona Department of Education, dives into helping you understand how to use the state's standards to advance your teaching. PD in 30 is exactly what it sounds like: a professional development session in 30 minutes or less. Grab a pencil and the resources listed below. Make sure you can easily hit the pause and play buttons on your listening device to be able to take time to work on some of the tasks that are a part of this episode...
2020-10-2229 min3 Ps in a Pod: An Education PodcastS8 Episode 10: Breathe for Change with Dr. Ilana NankinToday's podcast will have you breathing deeper and maybe moving on with your day a little bit more grounded. 3Ps hosts Donnie and Danielle welcome Dr. Ilana Nankin, founder and CEO of Breathe for Change, to share her insights on how to care for self, which allows us to better care for others. Nankin has started a movement of bringing yoga, mindfulness, and social-emotional learning to educators and families across the country. She began this work when she saw how yoga and mindfulness were transforming the wellness of the teachers she worked with. ...
2020-10-1542 min3 Ps in a Pod: An Education PodcastS8 Episode 9: Growing Together: A Mentor and Mentee ConversationAs you'll hear in this episode, great mentoring is based on relationships. Today, you'll join 3Ps hosts Danielle and Kathleen in hearing about the relationship and the learning shared between Ginny Sautner, a new teacher mentor, and Allie Oskolkoff, a first-year teacher, both from Lake Havasu Unified School District. The two discuss the mindset that makes mentoring most effective, the importance of mentoring in the first years of teaching, and the gratitude they have for each other. You'll also hear host Kathleen share about her experiences as a new teacher mentor and the power of p...
2020-10-0831 min3 Ps in a Pod: An Education PodcastS8 Episode 8: English Learner Support for Arizona TeachersLearn about how Arizona's Language Development Approach can help you better support all students, especially your English Learner students, in today's episode. Hosts Angelia and Donnie talk with Arizona Department of Education's Kate Wright, Associate Superintendent of High Academic Standards for Students, and Dr. Melissa Castillo, Deputy Superintendent of the Office of English Language Acquisition Services (OELAS). Wright and Castillo share about the development of Arizona's Language Development Approach and review the principles of this approach. Wright points out that at the core of this approach is the importance of all teachers and staff, across d...
2020-10-0138 min3 Ps in a Pod: An Education PodcastS8 Episode 7: Distance Learning with Dr. Doug FisherToday's episode features several outstanding educators, including Dr. Doug Fisher and the five finalists for 2021 Arizona Teacher of the Year. You likely know Dr. Doug Fisher from the dozens of books and resources he's helped create or from attending events like those through the Arizona K12 Center. Today, you'll hear Dr. Fisher talk with 3Ps hosts Mary and Angelia about the creation of The Distance Learning Playbook, which he wrote with Nancy Frey and John Hattie. He also shares some of what they learned about best practices in distance learning, especially ways to create relationships...
2020-09-2442 min3 Ps in a Pod: An Education PodcastS8 Episode 6, part B: Talking Secondary Civics Instruction with Nate Rios and Liz Schley Evans3Ps hosts Angelia and Donnie are back with another civics-focused episode, this time focused especially on secondary grades. Prior to the start of this school year, they spoke with Nate Rios, who was then a government and history teacher at Flowing Wells High School in Tucson, and Elizabeth Schley Evans, who was then a government and politics teacher at Basha High School in Chandler. Together, the four talk about navigating critical conversations, media literacy, engaging with parents, and the importance of getting to know your students and creating a respectful and empathetic place for learning and discussion. Ri...
2020-09-2132 min3 Ps in a Pod: An Education PodcastS8 Episode 6, part A: Talking Elementary Civics Instruction with Beth MaloneyIt's an election year and the U.S. is experiencing a seemingly more contentious political climate than usual. In this episode of 3Ps in a Pod, hosts Donnie and Angelia discuss how they handled election seasons and politics in their classrooms before welcoming Beth Maloney, 2014 Arizona Teacher of the Year, to talk more about civics and respectful discourse. Together, they discuss media literacy, differentiating opinion from fact, strategies for generating discussion, bias in the classroom, and communicating with parents. Maloney sites Common Sense Media for Educators as a helpful resource for elementary school teachers. She...
2020-09-1730 min3 Ps in a Pod: An Education PodcastS8 Episode 5: How the Arizona Teachers Academy is Advancing the Teaching Profession in Our StateIf you're currently preparing to become a teacher or are in your first several years of teaching in Arizona, you don't want to miss all of the information in today's episode! Hosts Donnie and Kathleen welcome several guests to today's episode of 3Ps in a Pod to give a full rundown of the several parts of the Arizona Teachers Academy. Governor Doug Ducey initiated this program a few years ago that aims to recruit, support, and retain Arizona teachers. The Arizona Teachers Academy includes several pieces: tuition and fee waivers for education students, mentoring and induction support...
2020-09-0845 min3 Ps in a Pod: An Education PodcastS8 Episode 4: Building, Flying, and Remodeling the PlaneNow that the 2020-2021 school year is back in session, 3Ps in a Pod hosts Angelia, Mary, and Kathleen talk with two school superintendents, a principal, and a teacher about their hopes, fears, and opportunities related to schooling during the COVID-19 pandemic. This week's guests are Dr. Melissa Sadorf, superintendent of Stanfield Elementary School District; Dr. Andi Fourlis, superintendent of Mesa Public Schools; Jennifer Waldron, principal of Anasazi Elementary School in Scottsdale Unified School District; and Ben Collinsworth, first-grade teacher at Flowing Wells School District. Dr. Sadorf, Dr. Fourlis, Waldron, and Collinsworth share about their...
2020-09-0349 min
Jen Lowry - Monarch: Books That Matter Publishing Clean Reads for K12Calling All K12 Horror Authors**Limited Spots** Email me at jenlowrywrites@gmail.com if you are interested!
2020-08-3004 min
3 Ps in a Pod: An Education PodcastS8 Episode 3: PD in 30: Optimize Your Live and Recorded VideosHang out with tech experts Tony Vincent and Sara Mora in this PD in 30 segment of 3Ps in a Pod. PD in 30 is exactly what it sounds like: a professional development session in 30 minutes or less. This segment is most beneficial if you're able to listen with a pencil and paper in hand and can easily hit the pause and play buttons on your listening device. Feel free to listen with a group of other teachers or by yourself. Tony Vincent of Learning in Hand and Sara Mora of Sahuarita Unified School District talk about the advantages...
2020-08-2728 min3 Ps in a Pod: An Education PodcastS8 Episode 2: Returning to SchoolWe are continuing our conversations and reflections about the return to the school in this episode. 3Ps hosts Angelia and Donnie welcome Arizona Education Association Vice President Marisol Garcia and Arizona Department of Education Associate Superintendent Kate Wright to share about their hopes, fears, and curiosities about this school year. Garcia and Wright also share about their visions for what schools might look like moving forward from 2020 and their encouragement and appreciation for the work teachers are doing. Learn more about the Arizona K12 Center at azk12.org.
2020-08-2038 min3 Ps in a Pod: An Education PodcastS8 Episode 1: New Normal for a New Year?Teachers and students alike are returning to the classroom carrying a variety of emotions. In this first episode of the eighth season of 3Ps in a Pod, the 3Ps hosts talk with themselves and this week's two guests about what they have learned and what they continue to struggle with after the events of the past six months. The 3Ps hosts you've come to know, Angelia, Danielle, Donnie, and Mary, will introduce you to the newest addition to the 3Ps team and also to this week's two guests: Elma Dzanic, Support Services Manager for Phoenix Union High...
2020-08-131h 113 Ps in a Pod: An Education PodcastS7 Episode 18: Teacher Leadership at the Arizona 12 CenterThis season's finale episode is packed with information about the Arizona K12 Center's two biggest summer events. You may have already heard about Camp Plug and Play 15.0 and the 15th Annual Teacher Leader Institute going virtual. In this episode, 3Ps in a Pod hosts Mary and Danielle share a few more details about what these events will be like online. Mary also talks about this year's theme for the Teacher Leadership Institute (TLI) of elevating student voice through teacher leadership. You will also hear directly from this year's five TLI Spotlights, previously introduced through this C...
2020-05-1424 min3 Ps in a Pod: An Education PodcastS7 Episode 17: Will We Emerge in a Community Mindset? with Dr. Eddie Moore Jr.Dr. Eddie Moore Jr., an educator, speaker, and founder of The Privilege Institute, joins hosts Angelia and Danielle in this episode of 3Ps in a Pod. Angelia and Danielle kick off their conversation with Dr. Moore asking about how teachers can best maintain relationships and build community amidst social distancing due to COVID-19. They also discuss how teachers might navigate what life will look like after students return to the classroom and approach the inequities they are seeing now in distance learning. Learn more about Dr. Eddie Moore Jr., his work, and the 21-Day Racial...
2020-05-0736 min3 Ps in a Pod: An Education PodcastS7 Episode 16: Our Social and Emotional Health with Dawn BaumgartnerToday's episode is about you and how you're doing these days. Dawn Baumgartner, a licensed clinical social worker, certified yoga teacher, and trauma specialist, joins 3Ps hosts Angelia and Danielle to talk about how to best care for yourself, your family, and your students during this time of the COVID-19 pandemic. Dawn currently works for Phoenix Elementary School District #1, Arizona State University's School of Social Work, and KOI-Education. In this episode, you'll hear advice on recognizing and living with your emotions and also likely feel some camaraderie with how Dawn, Angelia, and Danielle have been feeling.
2020-04-3034 min3 Ps in a Pod: An Education PodcastS7 Episode 15: Transforming Trauma into Hope and Action for Mixed Status Families with Reyna MontoyaHow can teachers support students who have experienced immigration-related trauma? In today's episode, Reyna Montoya shares with 3Ps in a Pod hosts Mary and Angelia about her journey through Arizona schools as an undocumented English language learner and then as a classroom teacher, which led to her creating the organization Aliento. This Phoenix-based organization works to transform immigration-related trauma into hope and action. Montoya also talks specifically about how the current COVID-19 situation is impacting mixed status families and how teachers and leaders can address those students now and as schools prepare for a new school year...
2020-04-2330 min3 Ps in a Pod: An Education PodcastS7 Episode 14: Mental Health First AidJust as there are often signals that a person may need physical first aid, students' behavior can indicate that a student may need mental health first aid. In this episode, Arizona Department of Education School Safety & Social Wellness Program Grant Specialist Lindsay Walker and first-grade teacher Hannah Williams join hosts Danielle and Angelia. The four discuss how to look at student behavior as communication rather than something to manage and, specifically, trainings and resources the Arizona Department of Education offers to do with behavioral health and suicide prevention, known as Project A.W.A.R.E. (Advancing...
2020-04-1626 min3 Ps in a Pod: An Education PodcastS7 Episode 13: Stepping Back from the Waterfall: The Impact of MindfulnessTeachers are dealing with incredible amounts of stress and uncertainty as they navigate work and life during the COVID-19 pandemic. To share how she cultivates mindfulness during her usual, everyday life and this extraordinary time, Principal Allison Carmichael joins 3Ps in a Pod hosts Danielle and Angelia. Along with being principal of Silver Valley Elementary in Queen Creek, Carmichael runs Second Arrow, which provides mindfulness tools for educators. Carmichael shares in this episode how and why she started Second Arrow and what tools she has found especially helpful in her mental health journey. You'll also hear strategies...
2020-04-0939 min3 Ps in a Pod: An Education PodcastS7 Episode 12: Dear Me: A Letter to My Beginner Teacher SelfInspired by Jamie Festa-Daigle's blog post last September on Stories from Schools AZ, this episode of 3Ps in a Pod features four Arizona teachers reading aloud letters to their first-year teacher selves. What do you wish then? 3Ps hosts Donnie and Danielle share what they wish they knew as they were just starting their education careers. Then, these four teachers share their letters: Jamie Festa-Daigle, NBCT, Lake Havasu City Unified School District Maria Fallon, NBCT, Marana Unified District Sandy Merz, NBCT, Catalina Foothills School District James King, Glendale Union High School District Interested in writing...
2020-04-0229 min
3 Ps in a Pod: An Education PodcastS7 Episode 11: PD in 30 Creating an Inclusive Classroom CommunityHow do you build classroom community, even while teaching remotely? In this PD in 30 segment, Hannah Jones, NBCT, assistant technology specialist in Madison School District, and Leah Clark, English language arts teacher in Glendale Union High School District, dive into how to create an inclusive classroom community and what that can look like right now as schools are closed because of COVID-19. PD in 30 segments are exactly what they sound like: professional development sessions in 30 minutes or less. PD in 30 is most beneficial if you're able to listen with a pencil and paper in...
2020-03-2630 min3 Ps in a Pod: An Education PodcastS7 Episode 10: Celebrating Aspiring TeachersWe're celebrating Arizona's aspiring teachers this week on 3Ps in a Pod! Hosts Danielle and Angelia talk with Brianna Winiesdorffer and Katee Hurst, two future teachers and current leaders in Northern Arizona University's chapter of Educators Rising. Brianna and Katee share how they came to pursue careers in education and what their pre-service experiences have been like so far. They also talk about how they revitalized their university's club for future teachers and the support it offers. Hosts Danielle and Angelia also reflect on some of their pre-service memories. By the way, as she promised B...
2020-03-1925 min3 Ps in a Pod: An Education PodcastS7 Episode 9: Social Emotional Learning for Staff and Students with Dr. Dominique SmithYou may know Dr. Dominique Smith as one of the authors of Better than Sticks or Carrots: Restorative Practices for Positive Classroom Management or heard him in one of our season one episodes. Dr. Smith is the Chief of Educational Services and Teacher Relations at Health Sciences High & Middle College in San Diego, California, and a leader in social emotional learning and restorative practice. In this episode, 3Ps in a Pod hosts Danielle and Mary talk with Dr. Smith about how schools and districts can move social emotional learning beyond a program just for students into an...
2020-03-1218 min3 Ps in a Pod: An Education PodcastS7 Episode 8: 2020 Legislative Update with Chris KottermanThe Arizona Legislature again has several education-related bills on the docket this session, and Chris Kotterman is in the 3Ps in a Pod studio to talk about what these bills mean and where they are in the legislative process. Chris is the Director of Governmental Relations for the Arizona School Boards Association. He talks with hosts Angelia and Donnie about several school-related bills, including some to do with employee discipline, curriculum viewing policies, suicide prevention, and English-only education requirements. Chris also shares about several possible changes to school funding. In this episode, you'll also hear...
2020-03-0528 min3 Ps in a Pod: An Education PodcastS7 Episode 6: Upgrade Your Notes with Sketchnoting with Sylvia DuckworthDo you know about sketchnoting? In this episode of 3Ps in a Pod, hosts Danielle and Donnie discuss how they typically take notes and what they know about sketchnoting. Danielle describes sketchnoting, also known as "visual notetaking," as tracking your thinking and highlighting big ideas in your notes. These can include a mix of words, doodles, and drawings. Then, Danielle and Donnie welcome Sylvia Duckworth, who taught for more than 30 years in Canada, before retiring two years ago and focusing her work on talking to teachers about sketchnoting. Duckworth talks more about what sketchnoting is and the...
2020-02-2023 min
3 Ps in a Pod: An Education PodcastS7 Episode 4: PD in 30: Creating Engaging Learning SpacesThis week's episode of 3Ps in a Pod puts conversations about classroom engagement into action with "PD in 30." This special segment is exactly what it sounds like: a professional development session in 30 minutes or less. PD in 30 is most beneficial if you're able to listen with a pencil and paper in hand and can easily hit the pause and play buttons on your listening device. Feel free to listen with a group of other teachers or by yourself. In this episode, you'll join Beth Maloney, NBCT, of Dysart Unified School District, and James King, of Glendale Union...
2020-02-0639 min3 Ps in a Pod: An Education PodcastS7 Episode 3: Celebrating 20 Years of Supporting Arizona's Teachers with Dr. Kathy WiebkeDid you know that this school year is the 20th year of the Arizona K12 Center? In this episode, 3Ps in a Pod hosts Danielle and Mary share how they came to know the work of the Center and how it affected their work as teachers and as eventual partners and employees of the Center. Then, Executive Director Kathy Wiebke shares more about the history and accomplishments of the Arizona K12 Center and her vision for advancing the Center's support of teachers and students across the state. Learn more about the history of the Arizona K12...
2020-01-3034 min3 Ps in a Pod: An Education PodcastS6 Episode 18: Highlights from Six Seasons of 3Ps in a PodIn this final episode of the season, all four hosts are in the studio to discuss their favorite episodes through the past six seasons. Hosts Angelia, Mary, Danielle, and Donnie share clips of their favorite past episodes and what struck them about each guest's remarks on that episode. They touch on student achievement, restorative practice, school safety, self-care, and Visible Learning. Check out the full episodes mentioned in this episode at the links below or wherever you listen to your podcasts. We'll be back with new episodes starting January 16! S6 Episode 11: Making the Most...
2019-12-1929 min3 Ps in a Pod: An Education PodcastS6 Episode 17: Exploring Equity by Design with Wade Antonio ColwellWade Antonio Colwell is an advocate for equity, inclusion, and excellence and often uses his love of hip hop and poetry to bring that work to schools. In this episode, Colwell shares about his journey into education, his work helping begin the Youth Equity Stewardship program, and about the upcoming Equity by Design institute. Colwell also shares some of his original work near the end of this episode. Learn more about the Equity by Design Institute mentioned in this episode at bit.ly/EquityInst. Register using promo code ARIZONAK12 for $25 off your registration. Learn more...
2019-12-1239 min3 Ps in a Pod: An Education PodcastS6 Episode 16: The Impact of Grading with Dr. Douglas ReevesDr. Douglas Reeves is an expert in leadership and teaching, with a particular interest and expertise in grading. In this episode, Dr. Reeves shares a bit of history of grading systems, three things he would like to see change about how many teachers grade, and what he considers the "academic death penalty." He also talks through creative ways he has seen teachers evaluate students' performance rather than practice. Here are a few of the resources mentioned in this episode:Creative Leadership Solutions DouglasReeves.com ChangeLeaders.com FinishTheDissertation.org Article host Angelia mentioned...
2019-12-0531 min3 Ps in a Pod: An Education PodcastS6 Episode 15: 2020 Arizona Teacher of the Year Lynette StantLynette Stant is the Arizona Education Foundation's 2020 Teacher of the Year! In this episode, she shares about what her past month as the new title-holder has been like and what she is looking forward to in the next year. Stant also talks about what keeps her excited about teaching and how she'll know when she is ready to leave the classroom. Learn more about the Arizona K12 Center at azk12.org.
2019-11-2125 min
Jen Lowry - Monarch: Books That Matter Publishing Clean Reads for K12Jen Lowry - Monarch: Books That Matter Publishing Clean Reads for K12 (Trailer)
2019-11-1900 min3 Ps in a Pod: An Education PodcastS6 Episode 11: Making the Most of Your Standards with Dr. Donyall DickeyDr. Donyall Dickey will inspire you to help your students "climb the ladder of cognitive demand." With 17 years as an educational leader, Dr. Dickey focuses his work on curriculum, instruction, organizational development, and school administration. In this episode, he and hosts Danielle and Angelia plunge into conversations about student achievement, instructional leadership, opportunity gaps, and far more. Find additional resources related to today's episode, including a guide for individual or group discussion, at this link or by visiting the Arizona K12 Center's website at azk12.org.
2019-10-2430 min3 Ps in a Pod: An Education PodcastS6 Episode 4: Visible Learning in Math with Connie HamiltonAfter several years as an elementary classroom teacher, Connie Hamilton wanted to expand her influence on how children learn in schools. In this episode, you'll hear about her journey from a young child "playing school" with her stuffed animals to an author and presenter helping other teachers to be their best in the classroom and what she's learned about equity, relationships, and teaching along the way. Connie will also share about why she thinks John Hattie's Visible Learning is such a powerful concept and what participants will experience at the upcoming event Visible Learning in Mathematics: Foundations...
2019-09-0524 min
Social Media-Expertenwissen | Der K12 Podcast#3 Wie funktioniert Data Storytelling?Aus nackten Zahlen eine packende Geschichte erzählen, die die Zielgruppe emotional abholt. Wie das geht, darüber sprechen wir mit Jörg Hoewner, Gründer und Geschäftsführer von K12, in der 3. Folge unseres Podcasts. Jörg beschäftigt sich seit vielen Jahren mit Data Storytelling und weiß: Nicht nur die richtigen Daten, sondern auch der korrekte Umgang mit ihnen sind für eine gelungene Data Story entscheidend. Viel Spaß beim Reinhören und Weiterbilden!
2019-07-1817 min3 Ps in a Pod: An Education PodcastS5 Episode 16: The Fearless and Fabulous Hosts of 3Ps In A PodJoin the fabulous and fearless 3Ps in a Pod hosts as they reflect on their past two years at the Arizona K12 Center. Listen in to learn more about these Arizona teacher leaders as they share memories, personal updates, and the events they are most excited about. Although this is our Spring 2019 Semester finale episode, we will be back this August with a full new calendar of guests and timely information that is sure to keep you up-to-date on topics that are meaningful to you. On a last note, if you have an idea or topic for the podcast...
2019-05-1621 min
Social Media-Expertenwissen | Der K12 Podcast#1 Wie kann ich meine Social Media-Strategie optimieren?In Folge #1 unseres Podcasts geht es um die obligatorische Social Media-Strategie. Aber: Nicht um das initiale Erstellen, sondern um die meist unumgängliche, strategische Nachbesserung. Schließlich wollen wir immer schön agil und nah an unserer Zielgruppe bleiben, oder? Hierfür blicken wir auf die Aktivitäten der Stadtbüchereien Düsseldorf und sprechen mit K12-Teamlead Social Media und Content Marketing, Jo Volkwein, über das optimale Nachjustieren und Monitoren der Social Media-Strategie. Viel Spaß beim Reinhören und Weiterbilden!
2019-05-0222 min
Jen Lowry - Monarch: Books That Matter Publishing Clean Reads for K12Talking to Schools About Independent ReadingI’ve already challenged you to start contacting school media specialists, literacy coaches, and teachers about guest speaker engagements to promote your work - now I want to provide you with some talking points! This article is a great research starting point, and I challenge you to read it! https://www.literacyworldwide.org/docs/default-source/where-we-stand/ila-creating-passionate-readers-through-independent-reading.pdf Anchor • Thank you! • Welcome • How to Talk Independent Reading K12
2019-02-2327 min3 Ps in a Pod: An Education PodcastS1 Episode 1: Teacher LeadershipAnd we're live! Welcome to "3Ps in a Pod," a podcast by the Arizona K12 Center. Together, we'll talk Practice, Policy, and Passion, as it pertains to the 21st-century educator. In this first episode, we introduce two of our four co-hosts, Mary Field and Danielle Brown. In addition, we hear from Arizona's first National Board Certified Teacher and the Executive Director of the Arizona K12 Center, Dr. Kathy Wiebke. Together, the trio discusses the importance of teacher leadership, and the impact it has on students and professionals. Don't forget to subscribe, rate, and review! We'll see you next time...
2017-11-1531 min
K12 HR Solutions PodcastFLSA Update for School District Leaders On this episode of the K12 HR Solutions Podcast I’ll discuss: Changes from the Department of Labor that will take effect December 1, 2016 Exemptions under FLSA and which ones are more likely to affect school districts How these changes will likely impact school districts How school districts can prepare for new […]
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2016-09-1800 min
The K12 Engineering Education PodcastWhy K12 Engineering? (Pilot)In our inaugural episode of The K12 Engineering Education Podcast, guests Rachel Fahrig and Sadhan Sathyaseelan speak with host Pius Wong about the importance of teaching engineering at younger ages, and the questions we'd like to answer about this field in the future.
Thanks to Jeff Munn for help on sound. Our opening music comes from "School Zone (radio edit)" by The Honorable Sleaze, and our closing music is from "Late for School" by Bleeptor. Both are used under a Creative Commons Attribution License: creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
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2016-05-3123 minK12 HR Solutions PodcastA Lapsed Anarchist's Views on School Leadership:School leaders are often looking for effective ways to manage change and improve customer service to internal staff and to the patrons the district serves. We decided to reach out to a small business owner who is renowned for his businesses’ performance in customer service and bottom up innovation. In this episode of the K12 […]
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2015-08-1800 minK12 HR Solutions PodcastHow Changes to Overtime Laws Will Affect School DistrictsOn this podcast we discuss how changes to overtime laws will affect school districts. The Department of Labor has recommended drastic changes to the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) wage and hour laws and I brought on Adam Taylor, Co-Founder and Vice President at K12 HR Solutions to discuss how changes to overtime laws will […]
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2015-07-2200 min