Shows
Talking Technology with ATLISDawson Design Company: Empowering Student Entrepreneurs with Rich Lehrer and StudentsThis episode features a special live recording from the ATLIS Annual Conference with Rich Lehrer and the student members of the award-winning Dawson Design Company. Listen in as these seventh and eighth graders discuss how they are using technology to learn about design, fabrication, entrepreneurship, and philanthropy for real-world clients.The Alexander Dawson School: https://www.adsrm.org/Tyler Robinson Foundation: https://www.trf.org/Georgia Tech: https://www.gatech.edu/Montclair Kimberley Academy: https://www.mka.org/St. Christopher's School: https://www.stchristophers.com/
2025-08-0536 minTalking Technology with ATLISBuilding Tech Leadership: Insights on Teamwork, DEI, and Growth with Alek DubaBill Stites introduces Alek Duba, in this episode of Talking Technology with ATLIS, highlighting his pivotal role at Montclair Kimberley Academy and his journey from teaching to tech leadership. Alek shares his experience with the ATLIS Leadership Institute (ALI) and the importance of building relationships within the independent school tech community. The discussion delves into overcoming challenges in tech implementation, balancing work and personal life, and the role of technology in supporting DEI initiatives. Alek offers valuable advice for aspiring tech leaders, emphasizing the power of collaboration and continuous learning.ResourcesThree’s Company, Veracross consulting gro...
2024-10-0857 minTalking Technology with ATLISLeading the Future: Technology and Innovation in Independent SchoolsIn this episode, our hosts converse with two longtime friends and technology leaders (and colleagues of host Bill Stites!) about their career paths and proactive strategies for driving technology initiatives. They explore the importance of disciplined, intentional approaches to today's challenges, along with thought leadership and tracking goals. The discussion also covers breaking down silos and aligning talents with tasks to foster a collaborative, innovative environment.ResourcesNew Canaan Country SchoolTeachers College, Columbia UniversityColumbia University School of Professional StudiesExplain Everything, online whiteboard for teaching. Create interactive lessons, record video tutorials and collaborate real-time with your students...
2024-06-2555 min
Learning Through TechnologyBuilding a Community Through Podcasting with Christina Lewellen, Hiram Cuevas, and Bill Stites from Talking Technology With ATLISWe'd like to thank Rise Vision for sponsoring this episode and making the podcast possible!Welcome to this very special crossover episode of the Learning Through Technology podcast, where we are teaming up with the amazing hosts of the Talking Technology With ATLIS Podcast for a joint episode where you hear from not two, not three, but five amazing hosts! Joining Alex and Bob are Christina Lewellen, Executive Director of ATLIS, William Stites Director of Technology at Montclair Kimberley Academy, and Hiram Cuevas, Director of Information Systems and Academic Technology at St. Christopher's School.
2024-03-131h 06
InspiraMe LatinaThe Case For Liberation: A Triumph Over AbuseJessica Nelson was named Realtor Associate of the Year by the New Jersey Association of Realtors in 2018. Since 2014, when she became a Realtor, Jessica has built a thriving practice representing buyers and sellers in general real estate transactions as well as representing many developers on new construction projects.
In 2017, as the team leader for Nelson Global Real Estate, Jessica became the leading Northeast Ambassador for Zaha Hadid's ultra-luxury residential skyscraper, One Thousand Museum, which is located in Miami, Florida. Jessica also serves on the Legislative, Grievance and Community Service Committees of the New Jersey Association of Realtors...
2024-03-0254 min
InspiraMe LatinaThe Case For Liberation: A Triumph Over AbuseJessica Nelson was named Realtor Associate of the Year by the New Jersey Association of Realtors in 2018. Since 2014, when she became a Realtor, Jessica has built a thriving practice representing buyers and sellers in general real estate transactions as well as representing many developers on new construction projects. In 2017, as the team leader for Nelson Global Real Estate, Jessica became the leading Northeast Ambassador for Zaha Hadid's ultra-luxury residential skyscraper, One Thousand Museum, which is located in Miami, Florida. Jessica also serves on the Legislative, Grievance and Community Service Committees of the New Jersey Association of Realtors. In addition, Jessica...
2024-03-0254 minTalking Technology with ATLISPartner Talks: Navigating Cyber Threats in Education with Ankura's Robert OlsenAs independent schools integrate technology more deeply into their educational practices and administrative operations, they face critical questions: How can they protect their digital ecosystems? What strategies can be employed to shield against cyber threats? Furthermore, how does cybersecurity intersect with the broader educational goals of fostering a safe and innovative learning environment?Robert Olsen, Global Practice Leader for Cybersecurity and Data Privacy at Ankura Consulting Group, addresses these pressing concerns. Olsen emphasizes the necessity for schools to adopt a proactive approach to cybersecurity. This stance is not merely about defense but about building a resilient digital...
2024-02-131h 04
Inquiry to InsightEpisode 4: Building the FutureIn this explosive episode, host Steve Valentine brings you three visionaries in their respective spaces of Finance, Technology, and the Arts. These thought leaders are entrepreneurs, innovators, and idealists who shape the conversation and trends in their fields. This podcast follows a unique format: The trio will each present a problem in their respective fields that is attracting the most attention and resources right now. As a group, they will come to a consensus on which is the biggest problem that needs addressing and design a hypothetical company to address it. Discover how in every p...
2024-01-171h 04
Conversations with Cam220: How Do We Talk to Our Children About Race? With Paris McLeanIn this episode, I sit down with Paris McLean – Assistant Head of School for Diversity, Inclusion, and Anti-Racism at Montclair Kimberley Academy, and my old friend – to discuss navigating conversations on race, how we can talk to our children about race, diversity, and equity, and how parents can be mindful about raising their children in diverse and inclusive environments. Paris speaks about his role in education and the foundational themes of his work, his experience growing up biracial, and how parents can use children’s literature as a powerful tool to start conversations. He also discusses the many different facets...
2023-11-291h 00Conversations with Cam220: How Do We Talk to Our Children About Race? With Paris McLeanIn this episode, I sit down with Paris McLean – Assistant Head of School for Diversity, Inclusion, and Anti-Racism at Montclair Kimberley Academy, and my old friend – to discuss navigating conversations on race, how we can talk to our children about race, diversity, and equity, and how parents can be mindful about raising their children in diverse and inclusive environments. Paris speaks about his role in education and the foundational themes of his work, his experience growing up biracial, and how parents can use children’s literature as a powerful tool to start conversations. He also discusses the many different facets...
2023-11-291h 00
ehealth radio networkThe realities of the school day for children with ADHDMelanie Bieber, a Primary School Counselor and Tri-Campus Counselor Coordinator at Montclair Kimberley Academy in New Jersey joins eHealth Radio and the Mental Health & Health News Channels. Melanie co-authored a book called Aaron Daniel Henry Davis: Just Another Day at School about Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) that recently debuted. Listen to interview with host Eric Michaels and guest Melanie Bieber discuss the following: Tell us about yourself.Tell us about your new book.What is the key takeaway from this book?Do you have any tips for parents while kids are home from school?What tips do you have...
2023-07-1209 minInquiry to InsightEpisode 3 | Part 3: How a World-Renowned Photographer, Influencer, and Far East Expert Will Never Stop Adapting His ArtMichael Yamashita ’67 has been a photographer at National Geographic for over 40 years, the recipient of a host of industry awards, a teacher and lecturer, a producer of two documentary feature films, the author of 16 books, and now a dabbler in NFT’s. In Episode Three of Breaking Barriers: Hear about Michael’s extensive archive of photos from China as well as his incredible travel adventures in the Far East. Learn about his willingness to reinvent his art and himself. Explore his relentless pursuit of a platform in an ever-evolving art world to share his work with the next generat...
2023-04-2734 min
Inquiry to InsightEpisode 3 | Part 2: How A Silicon Valley Chief People Officer Stewards a Disruptor Company to SuccessOver the years, Evan Wittenberg ’87 has built great companies with great people, including Ancestry.com, Box, and Google. Now driven by the altruistic mission of Pivot Bio, he is creating a work culture that will change the world. In this episode: Hear about Pivot Bio: a climate tech company that's disrupting an industry by transforming the way fertilizer is produced and used by the world’s farmers. Learn how a company whose goal is to exist for a hundred years, plans to do just that with a compelling mission and strong leadership. Explore the idea that there is no on...
2023-03-2936 min
Inquiry to InsightEpisode 3 | Part 1: Breaking Barriers - How Two Women Joined Forces (and Two Jockstraps) to Make HistoryBest friends from their time at The Kimberley School, Polly Smith ’67 and Lisa Lindahl ’67, now members of the National Inventors Hall of Fame, paved the way for women in the sporting goods industry. Hear about the invention of the “Jogbra” and how a prototype from two men’s jockstraps launched the first women-owned business in sporting goods. Learn about the importance of timing. As the United States was going through the Vietnam War and experiencing its second wave of feminism, the sport of running exploded, and two women saw a need and an opportunity. Explore how a seven-time Emmy-winnin...
2023-02-2139 minInquiry to InsightEpisode 2 | Part 4: Patricia Chin Sweeney ‘99, Director, IDEV Africa/ IDEV International Hear about fairtrade and corporate/social responsibility. Learn about impact investing and trends in impact investing. Explore what conscious leadership means.
2022-07-1528 minInquiry to InsightEpisode 2 | Part 3: Mark Smuckler ‘08, Founder and CEO, Flow Hear what it means to offer ‘frictionless’ engagement. Learn about people’s resistance to subscription and membership models, and how Flow disrupts an industry. Explore the concept that real estate as a business model can be monetized through access and services that include physical space as an alternative to long-term commitment.
2022-07-1542 minInquiry to InsightEpisode 2 | Part 2: Carina Wong ‘11 Documentary Filmmaker Hear about the importance of understanding the essence of someone else's truth and innovating and experimenting with different technologies to tell their story. Learn how the musings of an NYU professor and famous writer inspired and guided Carina and ultimately changed the course of her life. Explore leading with your perspective, your bias, and your intentions to get to the most honest version of a story.
2022-07-1540 minInquiry to InsightEpisode 2 | Part 1: Kevin Wilkins '83, Founder, Managing Director at trepwise, llcHear about the importance of alleviating fear in your organization so that innovation can take place and then be baked into the fabric of the organization. Learn how to frame ideas, and what you can do to help evolve these ideas in ways that will allow them to scale and attain maximum impact. Explore how success can actually be a detriment if it leads to company stasis.
2022-07-1444 min
MKA Radio Drama ProjectThe Fight: The FightSeason 2: The Fight A fight breaks out in the cafeteria of a high school in an affluent, progressive suburb in New York City. The story looks at the events leading up to the fight from every participant’s point of view and slowly makes clear what were the true causes of the brawl.
2022-06-2110 minMKA Radio Drama ProjectThe Fight: FloraSeason 2: The Fight A fight breaks out in the cafeteria of a high school in an affluent, progressive suburb in New York City. The story looks at the events leading up to the fight from every participant’s point of view and slowly makes clear what were the true causes of the brawl.
2022-06-2111 minMKA Radio Drama ProjectThe Fight: BellaSeason 2: The Fight A fight breaks out in the cafeteria of a high school in an affluent, progressive suburb in New York City. The story looks at the events leading up to the fight from every participant’s point of view and slowly makes clear what were the true causes of the brawl.
2022-06-2110 minMKA Radio Drama ProjectThe Fight: MaddySeason 2: The Fight A fight breaks out in the cafeteria of a high school in an affluent, progressive suburb in New York City. The story looks at the events leading up to the fight from every participant’s point of view and slowly makes clear what were the true causes of the brawl.
2022-06-2110 minMKA Radio Drama ProjectThe Fight: KalvinSeason 2: The Fight A fight breaks out in the cafeteria of a high school in an affluent, progressive suburb in New York City. The story looks at the events leading up to the fight from every participant’s point of view and slowly makes clear what were the true causes of the brawl.
2022-06-2108 minMKA Radio Drama ProjectThe Fight: DexterSeason 2: The Fight A fight breaks out in the cafeteria of a high school in an affluent, progressive suburb in New York City. The story looks at the events leading up to the fight from every participant’s point of view and slowly makes clear what were the true causes of the brawl.
2022-06-2110 minMKA Radio Drama ProjectThe Fight: IntroSeason 2: The Fight A fight breaks out in the cafeteria of a high school in an affluent, progressive suburb in New York City. The story looks at the events leading up to the fight from every participant’s point of view and slowly makes clear what were the true causes of the brawl.
2022-06-1809 min
MKA Radio Drama ProjectGraduation Day: Graduation DaySeason 1: Graduation Day Graduation Day follows the story of Ben and Nikkia, two students at an elite independent high school in New York City, who come from very different backgrounds and are competing for the most prestigious senior award.
2022-06-1809 minMKA Radio Drama ProjectGraduation Day: One Day To GraduationSeason 1: Graduation Day Graduation Day follows the story of Ben and Nikkia, two students at an elite independent high school in New York City, who come from very different backgrounds and are competing for the most prestigious senior award.
2022-06-1810 minMKA Radio Drama ProjectGraduation Day: One Week To GraduationSeason 1: Graduation Day Graduation Day follows the story of Ben and Nikkia, two students at an elite independent high school in New York City, who come from very different backgrounds and are competing for the most prestigious senior award.
2022-06-1813 minMKA Radio Drama ProjectGraduation Day: One Month To GraduationSeason 1: Graduation Day Graduation Day follows the story of Ben and Nikkia, two students at an elite independent high school in New York City, who come from very different backgrounds and are competing for the most prestigious senior award.
2022-06-1814 minMKA Radio Drama ProjectGraduation Day: Three Months To GraduationSeason 1: Graduation Day Graduation Day follows the story of Ben and Nikkia, two students at an elite independent high school in New York City, who come from very different backgrounds and are competing for the most prestigious senior award.
2022-06-1812 minMKA Radio Drama ProjectGraduation Day: Six Months To GraduationSeason 1: Graduation Day Graduation Day follows the story of Ben and Nikkia, two students at an elite independent high school in New York City, who come from very different backgrounds and are competing for the most prestigious senior award.
2022-06-1612 minMKA Radio Drama ProjectGraduation Day: One Year To GraduationSeason 1: Graduation Day Graduation Day follows the story of Ben and Nikkia, two students at an elite independent high school in New York City, who come from very different backgrounds and are competing for the most prestigious senior award.
2022-06-1613 min
Stable Moments PodcastBecoming a CASA with Marla HigginbothamJoin us as we sit down with Marla Higginbotham to learn about the Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) program and how you can get involved in this important work. With CASA programs across the country, everyone can become a CASA.Marla has spent the last 20+ years working in the nonprofit sector helping shape public policy initiatives focused on both community engagement and children’s education and well-being. After a successful 4 years as Executive Director CASA for Union County, Marla took the helm as Executive Director with CASA for Children of Essex County in NJ. Marla joined the CA...
2022-05-2542 min
gcLi Leadership PodcastLeadership: Andrew Prince Talks About Black JoyAndrew recently completed his Master of Arts in private school leadership from the Klingenstein Center Teachers College at Columbia University. His teaching career includes graduate studies work at the Dalton School in New York City, and a faculty post at Montclair Kimberley Academy (MKA) in New Jersey. During his time at MKA, Andrew taught history, ethics, and government; advised the “Shades of Color Club”; organized the Black History Month events; and, served as a house coordinator. Andrew has also volunteered for the Jumpstart Program, an organization that teaches language and literacy skills to preschoolers. He is the Head of Uppe...
2022-02-0117 min
Incredible Life Creator with Dr. Kimberley LinertOptimal Nutrition & Lifestyle - Dr. Steve Ventola Ep 222Raised in West Orange, NJ, Dr. Ventola attended Montclair University and graduated with a degree in Health Education, followed by graduate studies in nutrition. After TEACHING and COACHING in the West Orange school system, he served as the COMMUNITY HEALTH EDUCATOR, developing and presenting pioneering wellness education programs to all ages of the general public. Through his work in health education, Dr. Ventola was drawn to the healing arts, and went on to attend Life University and continues to serve as a wellness chiropractor and health educator. In addition to chiropractic, Dr. Ventola is a Certified HeartMath Practitioner and C...
2021-08-1844 min
Inquiry to InsightEpisode 1 | Part 4: Tech With a Focus on DesignHear about how the facets of the human-centric design process invite us to embrace, and thrive in, ambiguity. Learn about why the design process plays such an important role in technology, specifically when designing features and modalities to meet the needs of consumers. Explore: How are companies beginning to thoughtfully integrate design technology, where previously, frustrations were high because most things were designed for the “system” and not the individual? Devika Patel ‘12 is a human-centered designer, public health researcher, and engineer working at the intersection of health care and community. She is currently the Design Director at The Be...
2021-05-2430 min
Inquiry to InsightEpisode 1 | Part 3: Tech With a Focus on Product/PartnershipsHear about the importance of trust and integrity when licensing at scale and distributing music on a large platform like YouTube. Learn about how one should distinguish between those opportunities that offer legitimacy and those that do not, particularly in the tech industry. Explore: What comes first, the tech or the vision? How do some companies succeed by iterating and fail by creating products for problems that do not exist? What happens when a tech product is created for one purpose but unintentionally disrupts another? Alex Holz ‘99 is a Senior Product Specialist at YouTube. His primary focus in...
2021-05-2429 min
Inquiry to InsightEpisode 1 | Part 2: Tech With a Focus on Law and IPHear about monetizing traditional marketing content and distributing it via tech platforms. Learn about disruptors in the tech industry, their intensive business models, and the need to protect not only various IP rights but also, in the case of many celebrities, the investment and participation in these initiatives. Explore: How is the convergence of tech with traditional industries changing the way people are consuming products? What effect might these convergences have on individuals and larger communities? Vejay Lalla ‘93 is a Partner in the technology transactions group at Fenwick & West and acts as outside general counsel to venture-backed co...
2021-05-2423 min
Inquiry to InsightEpisode 1 | Part 1: Tech With a Focus on InvestingHear from Rick Diamond ‘91 as he talks about profound technology trends and their implications for the Fin Tech industry, and ultimately, our lives. Learn the questions you should be asking when trying to develop the next innovation within the tech industry. Explore: Are the current valuations of disruptors in the tech industry sustainable? Are the legacy provider valuations too low? The truth might be somewhere in the middle. Rick Diamond ‘91 heads the Global Financial Technology investment banking practice at Citigroup. He joined Citi in late 2017 after 21 years at JPMorgan. Rick spends his time providing merger and acquisition and ca...
2021-05-2430 min
Why Should I Listen To Them?Nicole HoppeIf you can't do it teach it is one of the most ridiculous platitudes out there. There will be no new next generations of artists if there is no-one there to teach them . Ask any successful artist and they will tell you the story of the teacher that unlocked their potential and gave them the courage and drive to pursue this most difficult of journeys. So behind every great artist stands a great teacher and this week on Why Should I Listen To Them? we have one such teacher, Nicole Hoppe. Hoppe as she is referred to at...
2021-03-2452 min
New Books in Human RightsKimberley Brownlee, "Being Sure of Each Other: An Essay on Social Rights and Freedoms" (Oxford UP, 2020)Kimberley Brownlee, a professor of philosophy at the University of British Columbia, has written a monograph addressing her argument in favor a right against social deprivation. In Being Sure of Each Other: An Essay on Social Rights and Freedoms (Oxford UP, 2020), Professor Brownlee contends that all humans have basic needs for human interaction. Since such needs are fundamental for survival, they should be regarded as a human right. Social interaction is not a right to “love” or “friendship”, but rather a right to basic opportunities to interact with other humans. Although Professor Brownlee’s argument is most easily applica...
2020-12-1141 min
PodclairEpisode 89: Sharron Miller's Academy for the Performing ArtsIn this week's episode we speak with someone who has been, almost, an institution in Montclair for more than 25 years. Sharron Miller is the Founder/Director of Sharron Miller’s Academy for the Performing Arts (SMAPA) located on Park Street. Sharron was always passionate about dance from a young age and attended The Juilliard School and soon after, found a position with the Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater as a soloist. She is also the veteran of seven Broadway shows and has appeared on television, film, and hundreds of radio and television commercials.
As she settled into fami...
2020-11-0829 min
The PulseMKA Remix
Montclair Kimberley Academy’s Remix
Rachael traveled to Montclair Kimberley Academy in the Spring of 2018 to cover their A Cappella Benefit Concert for Cycle for Survival, where she sat down with the school’s competitive a cappella group, Remix.
Learn more about the group here: https://www.remix.mka.org/
2019-06-1712 min
Inquiry to InsightPart 2: What May Term Looks LikeA continuation of our previous episode, What May Term Looks Like gives listeners an inside look at projects completed by the Class of 2018 during May Term. Hear directly from students as they recount their experiences, what they learned, and how May Term helped them grow as individuals.
2019-06-041h 13
Inquiry to InsightPart 1: What is May Term? In the first episode of Inquiry to Insight, hosts Jill Maza and Stephen Valentine introduce the origins of a unique and special program at MKA: May Term. Each year during the month of May, seniors are given the opportunity to plan their own education and take charge of their goals through a personal project that falls under one of six categories: Creative Endeavors, Internships, Community Engagement, Global Travel, Teaching Internships, and StartUp 101. In this episode, you'll hear from faculty members who share some insight behind the start of this program and each project category.
2019-05-2258 min
Wired EducatorWEP 128: How to Use a Teaching Mindset to Listen, Understand, Explain Everything, and Be UnderstoodIn this 128th episode of The Wired Educator Podcast, Kelly interviews Reshan Richards and Stephen J. Valentine about their new book, Make Yourself Clear: How to Use a Teaching Mindset to Listen, Understand, Explain Everything, and Be Understood. The authors describe their work as "working at intersection of teaching and business." Kelly has interviewed Reshan in episode 7 about the top-selling educational app he co created, Explain Everything, and both Reshan and Stephen in episode 50 when they published their first book together, Blending Leadership. Stephen J. Valentine is an educator, school leader, writer, and serial collaborator. He serves as...
2019-04-3050 min
Entrepreneur Podcast NetworkIncorporating digital teaching methods with traditional learning - Entrepreneur Podcast Network – EPNStephen Valentine, Director of Academic Leadership at Montclair Kimberley Academy a school of thought that turns inquiry into insight joins Enterprise Radio to discuss incorporating digital teaching methods with traditional learning.
2017-04-0120 min
Educators Lead with Jay Willis96: Reshan Richards | How To Make People Feel Heard | Learn To Listen And See The Whole Picture Before Trying To Solve The Problem | In Order To Grow As A Leader, Be Intentional About Spending Time With Leaders You Want To Model | How To Use TechnologyDr. Reshan Richards is an Adjunct Assistant Professor at Teachers College, Columbia University and Chief Learning Officer at Explain Everything, which he co-founded. Reshan also teaches Startup 101, an entrepreneurship course at Montclair Kimberley Academy in NJ, and is the co-author of Blending Leadership: Six Simple Beliefs for Leading Online and Off. An Apple Distinguished Educator and member of Mensa, Reshan has an Ed.D. from Teachers College, an Ed.M. from Harvard University, and a B.A. from Columbia University. Explain Everything website: http://explaineverything.com/ Connect with Reshan on Twitter: https://twitter.c...
2016-07-221h 19
Out of School14: Evernote ForeverFraser and Bradley bring Bill Stites (Director of Technology at The Montclair Kimberley Academy) on the show to discuss using Evernote in schools.
Links:
Bill on Twitter
The Montclair Kimberley Academy
Bill’s Blog
Tic Tac Hard Drive Video
Evernote for Schools
Sponsor:
BEEDOC’s Timeline 3D
Timeline 3D for iOS Intro Video
David Spark’s review of Timeline 3D for iOS
2012-11-211h 04