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The James ExchangeMeet Molly Angevine-Write-In CandidateWelcome to the James Exchange on this fine Sunday evening. It is still November 3rd and this is my fomal podcast in a series of three on the write-in candidates for Scottsville town council. I am your host Nancy Gill and now it is Molly Angevine’s turn to answer some questions. And, let me tell you, this has been a marathon. I will not get to Laura Cortese and the Dance Cards today, but I will tomorrow! I prerecord our conversations. There is a transcript you can follow, read, or browse with each podcast.The James Exc...2024-11-0330 min
The James ExchangeMeet Roger Whitley-Write-In CandidateWelcome to the James Exchange. I am your host, Nancy Gill. It is Sunday, November 3rd and the Scottsville election for mayor and three councilors is a couple of days away. My conversation with Walter Townsend has been published. Next up is Roger Whitley and then Molly Angevine. David Becker and I were unable to schedule a conversation. I prerecord our conversations. There is a transcript you can follow, read, or browse with each podcast.The James Exchange is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.2024-11-0322 min
The James ExchangeMeet Walter Townsend-Write-in CandidateWelcome to the James Exchange. I am your host, Nancy Gill. It is Sunday, November 3rd and the Scottsville election for mayor and three councilers is a couple of days away. Today, you will hear from Walter Townsend, Roger Whitley, and Molly Angevine. David Becker and I were unable to schedule a conversation. Get full access to The James Exchange at thejamesriverexchange.substack.com/subscribe2024-11-0318 min
United Public Radio's showWriters & Illustrators of the Future Podcast 224. Radio theatre performance of "If I Were You"Actors Keli Daniels, Neil Angevine, Taylor Meskimen, Jim Meskimen, Nancy Cartwright (voice of Bart Simpson), Noelle North, Tamra Meskimen, R.F. Daley perform L. Ron Hubbard's circus fantasy story "If I Were You" for the Contest judges, volume 39 writers and illustrator winners. Circus midget Little Tom Little learns from a book on black magic how to switch bodies. When he jumps into the body of the lion tamer, he finds himself caught in the center ring surrounded by dozens of savage cats and quickly realizes that his craving for height just may have led him to a gruesome death.2023-05-021h 00
Writers of the Future Podcast223. Radio theatre performance of "If I Were You"Actors Keli Daniels, Neil Angevine, Taylor Meskimen, Jim Meskimen, Nancy Cartwright (voice of Bart Simpson), Noelle North, Tamra Meskimen, R.F. Daley perform L. Ron Hubbard's circus fantasy story "If I Were You" for the Contest judges, volume 39 writers and illustrator winners.
Circus midget Little Tom Little learns from a book on black magic how to switch bodies. When he jumps into the body of the lion tamer, he finds himself caught in the center ring surrounded by dozens of savage cats and quickly realizes that his craving for height just may have led him to a gruesome death.2023-05-011h 00
Schools Don't Own EducationSupporting Racialized Families of Children with Disabilities ft. Sherron GrantSherron Grant is an educator and co-founder of Sawubona Africentric Circle of Support. The organization is dedicated to empowering racialized families of children with disabilities. In this episode, she discusses the barriers faced by Black parents struggling to advocate for their children in the education system and how "I see you (sawubona)" is their guiding principle. https://www.sawubonaacs.org/ @sawubonaacs2022-06-0237 minSchools Don't Own EducationHow Will We Teach ft. Michelle MunroeMichelle Munroe is Central Co-Ordinator, Parent and Community Engagement at the Toronto District School Board. She answers the VoicED question "How will we teach in a post-pandemic world?". Michelle was recently named one of 2022's 100 Accomplished Black Canadian Women.2022-02-0929 minSchools Don't Own EducationShifting Power is Equity Work ft. Dr Ann IshimaruIn this second episode, Dr. Ann Ishimaru discusses the effect of our traditional, outdated education system on our racialized students and families. She challenges all of us to imagine a new system, co-designed by school and home, where we might all learn and unlearn. Dr. Ishimaru’s book, “Just Schools; Building Equitable Collaborations with Families and Communities” is available through the University of Toronto Press, The Teachers College Press in the USA and Amazon everywhere.2021-11-2934 minSchools Don't Own EducationBuilding Collective Capacity Through Family Engagement ft. Dr Ann IshimaruDr Ann Ishimaru, Associate Professor at the University of Washington College of Education is Nancy's guest for 2 episodes. In this first one, she discusses her research on family engagement in education systems that are anything but neutral. Dr. Ishimaru's book, "Just Schools; Building Equitable Collaborations with Families and Communities" is available through the University of Toronto Press, The Teachers College Press in the USA and Amazon everywhere.2021-11-1128 minSchools Don't Own EducationMy Name is an Address - Ekuwah MosesEkuwah Mend Moses is a teacher and family engagement specialist from Clark County Nevada. Albion Mends was a lecturer in Religious and African Studies at the University of Central Missouri. Ekuwah's children's book "My Name is an Address" encourages readers to celebrate their heritage. The book is available on Amazon in Canada and from Barnes & Noble, Walmart, Target and Amazon in the United States. For more information, check out Ekuwah's website at https://www.ekuwah.com/2021-09-1129 minSchools Don't Own EducationCommunity Engagement - Go to Them And They Will Be There PT 2 ft. Rick KellyRick Kelly, Executive Director of "Just Us: A Centre for Restorative Justice" Practices", returns to explain how the children's book "Stone Soup" links to his work with families and community.2021-07-1323 minSchools Don't Own EducationCommunity Engagement - Go to Them And They Will Be There ft. Rick KellyRick Kelly, Executive Director of "Just Us: A Centre for Restorative Justice Practices" shares how a project he led in Rexdale brought the ecosystems of school and community together, benefiting families, students, educators and community.2021-06-2528 minSchools Don't Own EducationIt's Okay to Not be Okay - Mental Health and WellnessHeather Johnson and Imani Hennie-Hamadi are Mental Health Leads with the Toronto District School Board. This has been a busy, stressful, and yet, inspiring year for them as they support students, educators and families. Their work and observations are important as we try to get through each day and wonder about the future.2021-05-2232 minSchools Don't Own EducationSchool, Families and Weight Neutral Well-BeingElizabeth TIngle is a researcher and instructor at the University of Calgary. Listen to these "The Podclass" episodes for more information on creating practices that encourage well-being for students, teachers and families: https://voiced.ca/podcast_episode_post/weight-neutral-health-promotion-in-schools-with-dr-shelly-russell-mayhew/ and https://voiced.ca/podcast_episode_post/positive-nutrition-messaging-in-school-with-anna-lutz-and-katherine-zavodni/2021-04-2930 minSchools Don't Own EducationWhat's Trust Got to Do with It? ft. Steve HallSteve Hall is an educator and lecturer at Staffordshire University in Britain. In this episode, he talks about his "Parent Voice" project - how trust allowed parents, teachers and community members to identify learning issues and find solutions ——together.2021-04-1736 minSchools Don't Own EducationFinding the BalanceAnna Sidiropoulos and Nadia Judunath are parent leaders, community activists and, most importantly, mothers. They returned to the podcast to speak with Nancy about the highs and lows of distance learning, engaging school families remotely and just surviving as a Mom during a pandemic.2021-02-2633 minSchools Don't Own EducationOpening the Windows to Opportunity ft. Steve HallSteve Hall is a Senior Lecturer at Staffordshire University in Britain and a reflective learning practitioner. In this episode, he shares his work as a Principal, going beyond the walls of the school to embrace the opportunities available in community led learning. For more with Steve, tune into "Hurley in the Morning" every Tuesday.2021-02-1635 minSchools Don't Own EducationImmigrant Connections ft. Laura GardnerLaura Gardner, founder of "Immigrant Connections" in Washington D.C., works to build the capacity of teachers and school systems to engage immigrant families in their children’s education. https://www.immigrantsrefugeesandschools.org/2020-11-2431 min
Hurley In The Morning Highlight ReelFamily Engagement in a Pandemic ft. Nancy Angevine Sands and Pav WanderNancy Angevine Sands is a Toronto-based Family Engagement consultant. She joins me to talk about an expanded vision for family engagement. We're then joined by educator Pav Wander and look at family engagement from a different perspective.2020-10-2129 minSchools Don't Own EducationFamily Engagement is still Possible ft. Aviva DunsigerAviva Dunsiger is a kindergarten teacher in the Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board. She discusses how Covid affected the family engagement work she and her teaching partner, Paula, regularly make a part of their pedagogy, what they've learned and what excites her about the year ahead.2020-10-1731 minSchools Don't Own EducationSchool Councils—Pandemic-StyleIn this episode, parent leaders Sophie Luxton, Nadia Judunath and Anna Sidiropoulos speak with Nancy about the challenges faced by their School Councils after the Covid shutdown. Their work supporting families hit roadblocks as avenues of communication closed down and stresses increased. Now, wishing to continue their drive for authentic family engagement, they are looking forward to a new school year with determination and hope.2020-09-1232 minSchools Don't Own EducationTed AmendtDr. Ted Amendt, Director of Board Development for the Saskatchewan School Boards Association, is the author of "Evaluating School Community Councils." His findings and recommendations are valid in any jurisdiction and should be considered by anyone - educator, parent, trustee - involved in the education system. The report may be found here: https://saskschoolboards.ca/wp-content/uploads/SCC-Evaluation-Research-Report.pdf2020-06-2332 minSchools Don't Own EducationMax Antony Newman - Curriculum Expectations of Immigrant Parents PT 2Dr Max Antony-Newman is an educational researcher specializing in immigrant parents, family engagement and social inequality related to both. His most recent paper on curriculum orientations may be found here: https://www.researchgate.net/publication/338004207_Curriculum_orientations_and_their_role_in_parental_involvement_among_immigrant_parents2020-04-1927 minSchools Don't Own EducationMax Antony Newman - Curriculum Expectations of Immigrant Parents PT 1Dr Max Antony-Newman is an educational researcher specializing in immigrant parents, family engagement and social inequality related to both. His most recent paper on curriculum orientations may be found here: https://www.researchgate.net/publication/338004207_Curriculum_orientations_and_their_role_in_parental_involvement_among_immigrant_parents2020-04-1924 minSchools Don't Own EducationReflections on Family EngagementIn this episode, Nancy reminisces wth three friends about their years of involvement in their children's schools. Time was spent on fundraising and doing for the school. But the sense of community that developed resulted in valuable benefits for the students, their schools - and themselves. Important insights here for today's families and educators.2020-01-1631 minSchools Don't Own EducationJulianne LeeIn this episode, Nancy speaks with Julianne Lee, co-chair of a School Council in the Toronto District School Board. Julianne, her co-chair and Principal are beginning a journey that they hope will shift the Council focus from fundraising to authentic family engagement. The school has an active council, but this is a plan that can be implemented in any school, anywhere. It requires building trust and relationships, as well as listening to family needs and ideas.2019-12-1230 minSchools Don't Own EducationSuma Din Part 2Suma Din is a British educator, researcher and author of numerous books, including “Muslim Mothers and Their Children’s Schooling” (available on amazon.ca). She speaks with Nancy about the women she interviewed, their sense of identity and how their relationships at school and beyond are affected by the way others see them.2019-11-2731 minSchools Don't Own EducationSuma Din - Part OneSuma Din is a British educator, researcher and author of numerous books, including “Muslim Mothers and Their Children’s Schooling” (available on amazon.ca). She speaks with Nancy about the women she interviewed, their sense of identity and how their relationships at school and beyond are affected by the way others see them.2019-11-1432 minSchools Don't Own EducationMax Antony Newman Part 1In the first of two episodes, Dr. Max Antony-Newman discusses how Eastern European immigrant families define family engagement and how their experiences are shared by other families that are not part of the dominant culture. Dr. Antony-Newman's doctoral thesis is available here: https://tspace.library.utoronto.ca/handle/1807/918932019-10-1731 minSchools Don't Own EducationMax Anthony Newman Part 2In the second of two episodes, Dr. Max Antony-Newman looks at Ontario policy papers linked to family engagement and whether they match the research and practices of Eastern European families. His findings are relevant for how we engage all families but particularly those from the non-dominant culture. His doctoral thesis is available here: https://tspace.library.utoronto.ca/handle/1807/918932019-10-0326 min
Schools Don't Own EducationSchools Don't Own Education - Jeromie HeathJeromie Heath is a teacher, speaker and trainer based in Seattle, Washington. In this episode, he shares his practices for engaging families in learning. Jeromie knows that building strong relationships between school and home not only benefits students but gives teachers "colleagues that you did not know existed." https://sites.google.com/site/mrheathfunteacher/home2019-09-1730 minSchools Don't Own EducationRashmee Karnad-Jani Pt 2In this episode, Nancy speaks with Rashmee Karnad-Jani about her MEd thesis research into mothering work as an invisible part of the process for transitions to high school. Her thesis may be found here:yorkspace.library.yorku.ca/xmlui/handl…10315/342022019-07-1231 minSchools Don't Own EducationRashmee Karnad-Jani Pt 1In this episode, Nancy speaks with Rashmee Karnad-Jani about her MEd thesis research into mothering work as an invisible part of the process for transitions to high school. Her thesis may be found here: https://yorkspace.library.yorku.ca/xmlui/handle/10315/342022019-06-2830 minSchools Don't Own EducationLana O'Reilly - The Third TeacherLana O'Reilly is a kindergarten teacher in Toronto. She had adopted the Reggio Emilia philosophy of the Third Teacher as a basis for her classroom and teaching. Her work relies on the use of nature, purposeful materials and her families.2019-05-3127 minSchools Don't Own EducationA Trustee's JourneyMichelle Aarts and Jennifer Arp are two women who took their engagement in education to the highest level and became school trustees in the Toronto District School Board. In this podcast, they share what led them on the journey.2019-05-1638 minSchools Don't Own EducationParents As Partners Conference 2In the second of two episodes from the Parents as Partners Conference, Nancy interviews two principals about family engagement and the value of bringing families together.2019-05-0217 minSchools Don't Own EducationParents As Partners Conference IIn the first of two episodes from the Parents as Partners Conference, Nancy interviews three people who work to help students and families within their community. Their work reminds us that engagement and learning is not always about schooling. For more information:Friendship in Action - friendshipinaction.com Families for Addiction Recovery - www.farcanada.orgHOPE (Helping Parents Everywhere) - www.hope4parents.ca2019-04-2024 minSchools Don't Own EducationAviva DunsigerAviva Dunsiger returns to the podcast to talk about her latest initiative to engage families in learning. This time it involves the kindergarten play-based learning curriculum - and a whole lot of fun for all involved.2019-04-0433 minSchools Don't Own EducationCamesha Cox - The Reading PartnershipCamesha Fox is the founder of The Reading Partnership, serving families in east Toronto. http://readingpartnership.com/ In this episode, she talks about the TRP's work teaching parents how to help their children read and why she is so passionate about literacy. Family engagement at its best.2019-03-0435 minSchools Don't Own EducationLinda McNeil - Building Bridges Between Home and SchoolLinda McNeil is a family engagement specialist, coach and speaker in Newcastle Australia. https://lindamcneil.com.au/ In this episode she speaks with Nancy about difficult conversations and what we need to understand to build bridges between school and home.2019-02-2131 minSchools Don't Own EducationKaren Copeland and Kim Southern-Paulsen: Inclusive Classrooms IIIn this episode, Karen Copeland and Kim Southern-Paulsen share insights gleaned from their work bringing together families, disabled students and educators. Their passion for inclusive education is contagious. More information may be found at:championsforcommunitywellness.com/sws/www.youtube.com/watch?v=MtduVS9BS…&feature=youtu.bewww.youtube.com/channel/UCU-GCW3-EwNxcbJEFKKaABwwww.lifecoursetools.comwww.darcyelks.comwww.patrickschwarz.com2019-01-0930 minSchools Don't Own EducationKaren Copeland and Kim Southern-Paulsen: Inclusive Classrooms IIn this episode, Karen Copeland and Kim Southern-Paulsen share insights gleaned from their work bringing together families, disabled students and educators. Their passion for inclusive education is contagious. More information may be found at:https://championsforcommunitywellness.com/sws/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MtduVS9BSxw&feature=youtu.be https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCU-GCW3-EwNxcbJEFKKaABwwww.lifecoursetools.comwww.darcyelks.comwww.patrickschwarz.com2019-01-0930 minSchools Don't Own EducationSteve ConstantinoIn this episode, Nancy speaks with Dr. Steve Constantino, teacher, speaker and best-selling author. An internationally recognized expert on family engagement, Dr. Constantino has written four books on the subject. Here, he discusses his most recent - Engage Every Family: Five Simple Principles.2018-12-131h 00Schools Don't Own EducationEkuwah MosesEkuwah Moses is Projector Facilitator at Family and Community Engagement Services (FACES) in Clark County, Nevada. She brings years of experience as an educator to her work in family engagement. In this episode, Ekuwah discusses the importance of family stories and relationships, as well as how we might bridge the disconnect between teaching and learning.2018-11-2933 minSchools Don't Own EducationSchools Don't Own Education with Nancy Angevine-Sands-Debbie Pushor2018-02-2057 minSchools Don't Own EducationSchools Don't Own Education with Nancy Angevine Sands-Janet Goodall2018-01-3058 min