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Our ClassroomEpisode 131 | Empowering Latinx Voices in Education w/ Edgar PalaciosIn this episode, Roberto sits down with Edgar Palacios, a dynamic advocate for Latino representation in education and the founder of both the Latinx Education Collaborative and Revolución Educativa. Edgar shares his journey from growing up in a vibrant Latino community in Miami to feeling isolated in less diverse environments, and how these experiences fueled his passion for educational equity.
Together, they dive deep into the challenges facing Latinx youth in schools today—from persistent systemic barriers and underrepresentation among educators to the urgent need for collective action and community engagement. Edgar offers candid insights into shi...
2025-08-1334 minOur ClassroomEpisode 130 | How to Turn AI from Threat to Teaching Partner in Your ClassroomAI isn’t here to replace teachers—it’s here to support them. In this episode, Roberto Germán explores how educators can shift their mindset and classroom practice to embrace AI as a powerful partner, not a threat. From grading hacks to real-world projects that outsmart AI misuse, you’ll discover actionable ways to save time, boost engagement, and protect the integrity of student learning.
You’ll learn:
✅ How to use AI responsibly as a teaching tool
✅ Strategies to design “AI-proof” assignments
✅ Tips to guide students toward ethical AI use
Whether you’re...
2025-07-2310 min
The How to ABA PodcastThe Multicultural Classroom with Lorena and Roberto GermánFor Lorena and Roberto Germán, teaching isn’t just about content; it’s about connection. In this episode, they share how their work through Multicultural Classroom transforms how educators approach professional development, cultural responsiveness, and student-centered instruction. With decades of experience in classrooms and school leadership, they break down what it means to move from theory to practice. Lorena and Roberto offer real strategies that help educators navigate bias, build stronger relationships, and create learning environments where all students feel seen.We also explore the tension between data and humanity, the impact of cultural context in behav...
2025-07-2226 minOur ClassroomEpisode 129 | Championing Equity and Restorative Leadership w/ Jackson GarciaIn this episode of Our Classroom, Roberto sits down with Jackson Garcia, the dynamic Dean of Students at Renaissance Charter School at Coral Springs. Known for his commitment to equity-driven leadership and culturally responsive teaching, Jackson shares his journey from aspiring political science major to visionary educational leader. Together, they explore what it takes to foster a truly inclusive and supportive school culture, tackle the nuances of restorative discipline, and unpack the importance of building strong, trusting relationships among students, faculty, and families.
Jackson offers insight into navigating the challenges and rewards of working in a richly...
2025-07-1631 minOur ClassroomEpisode 128 | Why Your DEI Initiatives Are Falling Flat — And What To Do About ItIs your school committed to equity but still seeing gaps in student experience, staff retention, or instructional impact? In this episode, Roberto Germán explores why so many well-intentioned school initiatives stall—and what real transformation looks like when equity is embedded across culture, instruction, and leadership.
You’ll walk away with:
✅ 3 common mistakes schools make
✅ A vision for sustainable culture change
✅ Concrete next steps for moving from intention to action
Whether you’re a classroom teacher, principal, or district leader, this episode will help you reimagine what meaningful progress can...
2025-07-0307 minOur ClassroomEpisode 127 | Transforming Classrooms Toward Equity and Justice w/ Wade Kelly and Lorena GermánIn this episode of Our Classroom, we dive deep into what education truly means—beyond just what happens in schools. In this engaging conversation, host Wade Kelly is joined by Lorena Germán, co-founder and academic director of Multicultural Classroom, and author of Textured Teaching: A Framework for Culturally Sustaining Practices. Lorena brings her lived experience as an immigrant and a dedicated educator to the forefront, sharing how her personal journey fueled her passion for transforming classrooms into spaces of equity, justice, and cultural affirmation.
Together, they unpack the nuances of culturally sustaining pedagogy (CSP), exploring its orig...
2025-06-1139 minOur ClassroomEpisode 126 | Navigating Vulnerability and Identity through PoetryIn this episode of Our Classroom, Roberto had the honor of joining Penny Kittle for a powerful, heartfelt conversation about his poetry collection, Blue Ink Tears. In this episode, they dig deep into the long journey that brought this book to life—over 20 years in the making—and discuss how his experiences as an educator, school leader, and Dominican-American have shaped his writing and my mission.
Penny and Roberto talk about the importance of vulnerability, especially as a Black Dominican man, and why sharing our authentic stories can be both an act of courage and inspiration for others...
2025-05-1450 minOur ClassroomEpisode 125 | Navigating Immigration Challenges w/ Lorena GermánOn today’s episode of Our Classroom, we invite you into an intimate and profound conversation about the realities of the immigrant experience in the United States. Lorena Germán shares her personal immigration journey—from her childhood in the Dominican Republic to growing up bicultural in the U.S.—and exposes the invisible and often painful challenges so many immigrants face.
Lorena offers a powerful reflection on navigating legal documentation, the emotional burden of being treated as the Other, and the ever-present anxiety tied to immigration status. She draws striking parallels between the legacy of dictatorship in the...
2025-04-2336 minOur ClassroomEpisode 115 | Revolutionizing Digital Education w/ Noam GersteinIn our latest episode, Roberto sits down with Noam Gerstein, CEO and founder of Bina, a global accredited virtual school pioneering precision education. Noam shares her visionary insights on online education, discussing the practicalities and wonders of teaching digitally, including the benefits of small class sizes, highly trained educators, real-time feedback, and a unique thematic approach to learning.
Throughout the conversation, Noam elaborates on how Bina's innovative methods cater to young learners across diverse time zones and cultural contexts. She highlights the importance of social-emotional learning, cultural inclusivity, and maintaining student engagement through various interactive and collaborative...
2025-02-0541 minOur ClassroomEpisode 113 | Exploring Graphic Novels' Impact on Culture and Education w/ Julio AntaToday, our host Roberto Germán sits down with graphic novelist Julio Anta and Lowell High School senior Junior Han for a compelling discussion that takes us deep into the world of storytelling, activism, and identity. Julio Anta, known for his impactful works like "Frontera," "Home," and "This Land is Our Land," shares his journey from childhood influences like Archie comics to creating graphic novels that vividly depict culturally rich narratives and social issues.
In this episode, we'll explore how graphic novels can enhance learning through their visual storytelling—a concept that resonates with Roberto's appreciation for mul...
2025-01-0836 minOur ClassroomEpisode 112 | Rethinking Weapon Play in Classrooms: Balancing Safety, Learning, and Playful Exploration w/ Samuel Broaden and Kisa MarxToday’s episode, titled "Rethinking Weapon Play in Classrooms: Balancing Safety, Learning, and Playful Exploration," takes us on a journey through personal experiences, societal implications, and educational strategies around the often controversial topic of weapon play in early childhood settings.
Host Roberto Germán is joined by two distinguished guests: Kisa Marx, an author and anti-racist curriculum developer, and Samuel Broaden, an early education expert and speaker. Together, they bring a wealth of insight from their personal backgrounds and professional experiences.
Kisa Marx shares her childhood experiences growing up amid the crack war and gang vio...
2024-12-2555 minOur ClassroomEpisode 110 | Nonviolence Pedagogy w/ Mike TinocoIn this episode, we'll explore the foundational principles of NVC, including the profound understanding that all behaviors are attempts to meet needs. Mike Tinoco shares powerful real-life examples from his teaching career and personal journey, shedding light on how recognizing and addressing unmet needs can reshape interactions and build stronger, more empathetic communities.
We'll also discuss the significant role of self-reflection and emotional awareness in understanding one's needs and emotions. Roberto and Mike will delve into their personal experiences, touching on themes like identity, belonging, and the importance of reclaiming personal stories to reshape identity and culture.
2024-11-2731 minOur ClassroomEpisode 107 | Exploring Asian American Invisibility in Schools w/ Tony DelaRosaIn today's episode, Roberto reconnects with Tony DelaRosa, a multifaceted educator, poet, and PhD student at UW Madison. It's been nearly three years since their collaborative poetry session, and now they dive deep into the complex impacts of affirmative action bans on education and racial dynamics.
Tony, the author of "Teaching the Invisible Race," shares insights from his extensive research on ethnic studies and race-based policies. Together, Roberto and Tony explore the implications of these policies on Asian American communities, as well as the potential ripple effects on Black and Latinx enrollments.
Throughout the conversation...
2024-10-1638 minOur ClassroomEpisode 106 | Bridging Language Gaps w/ Gretchen MeloIn today's episode, we're thrilled to dive into the inspiring world of language education with our special guest, Gretchen Melo. Gretchen is the visionary founder of El Puente Bilingüe, a Spanish language curriculum infused with Montessori principles. Roberto and Gretchen explore the development and impact of this innovative curriculum, which not only fills gaps in traditional Spanish teaching but also engages students through structured and creative activities.
Gretchen reveals her journey from noticing the potential in young learners' grasp of English grammar to creating a comprehensive curriculum that gradually builds linguistic skills through scaffolded learning, starting w...
2024-10-0237 minOur ClassroomEpisode 101 | Navigating Classroom Tensions During an Election Year w/ Lorena GermánToday, we are going to listen to a reflection by Lorena Germán as she dives deep into the intersection of education and the current political climate. With the upcoming school year coinciding with another intense election cycle, Lorena calls on educators and caregivers alike to prepare for the emotional and social challenges that lie ahead. Drawing from her rich experience, she outlines a three-step approach centered on self-care, community building, and equipping ourselves with the right tools to navigate difficult conversations with students. Whether you're a teacher, parent, or anyone working with young people, this episode offers actionable i...
2024-07-2422 minOur ClassroomEpisode 97 | Navigating Sacrifices w/ Ismée Williams & Tatiana GardelIn this episode, Roberto Germán welcomes award-winning author Ismée Williams and Brazilian-born illustrator Tatiana Gardel to discuss their collaborative work "Abuelo, The Sea, and Me" published by Roaring Book Press. Through heartfelt storytelling and captivating illustrations, Ismée and Tatiana explore themes of immigration, sacrifice, and resilience that resonate with personal experiences and cultural backgrounds. We uncover the inspirations behind the book, the creative process of writing and illustrating, and the powerful impact of their collaboration. Stay tuned as we delve into the meaningful connections between art, storytelling, and personal histories. Welcome to Our Classroom!
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2024-05-2936 minOur ClassroomEpisode 95 | Multilingual Speakers in the U.S. Pt. 3 w/ Lorena GermánThis is the third and final installment of our series on Multilingual Speakers in the U.S. In today’s episode, we dive deep into the significance of humanizing approaches to bilingual education and how these methods help cultivate a respectful and dignified learning environment for students and their families. We also explore the crucial role of community and family engagement in supporting students of color on their language learning journeys. We share personal experiences, practical strategies, and insights to help educators foster meaningful partnerships both inside and outside the classroom. Tune in for a thought-provoking conversation that challenges, enc...
2024-05-1618 minOur ClassroomEpisode 94 | Multilingual Speakers in the U.S. Pt. 2 w/ Lorena GermánToday, we delve deeper into the experiences and challenges faced by multilingual speakers in the U.S., specifically focusing on students of color. Returning guest, Lorena Germán, joins host Roberto to explore the systemic undervaluing of these students within our current education system. They examine a range of dynamic strategies that schools and districts can apply to better support, celebrate, and sustain bilingualism and the mother tongues of students. From having multilingual signs and resources to engaging proactive community inclusivity, this discussion will shed light on practical measures to transform educational environments. Join as they build on these i...
2024-05-0816 minOur ClassroomEpisode 93 | Multilingual Speakers in the U.S. w/ Lorena GermánIn this episode of Our Classroom we're diving into a critical conversation about multilingual speakers in the U.S. education system. Lorena is back as a guest. We explore the complex landscape of bilingual education, the civil rights associated with language learning, and the contentious issue of standardized testing. Together, we will unpack our personal struggles with standardized tests, despite successful educational paths, and question the fairness and effectiveness of such tests, especially for newcomers and multilingual learners. We'll also look at alternative assessment models—from other countries like Finland—that might provide more equitable educational outcomes. So, stay with...
2024-05-0230 min
The Midfield Battle presented by awaydayz#17: Mia San Mia - German and Bayern Munich Football Culture - Dominik Jäger’s awaydayzPlease help us welcome Dominik Jäger to the pod! Dominik hails from Munich, Germany, and has been a lifelong supporter of Bayern Munich. Like for many Germans, fußball has been Dominik’s passion for as long as he can remember. In today’s amazing conversation we recount his experiences as a fan during Germany’s 2014 World Cup win, talk about the Bundesliga and German football culture, his expectations for the 2024 European Championships in Germany, and much much more. Dominik was a very special guest to have on the podcast and we are so grateful to have him...
2024-04-2945 minOur ClassroomEpisode 92 | Culturally Sustaining Pedagogy w/ Lorena GermánIn this episode, titled "Culturally Sustaining Pedagogy," Lorena Germán is back to unpack the rich and necessary concept of CSP, as formulated by Dr. Django Paris and Dr. Samy Alim. We'll explore what it means to move beyond culturally relevant teaching to a model that not only acknowledges but also actively supports the cultural and linguistic diversity of students.
Together, we will discuss practical ways to apply CSP in the classroom, strategies to support educators in this journey, and how schools can institutionalize these practices to ensure lasting and meaningful change. We're standing on business—taking an un...
2024-04-2419 minOur ClassroomEpisode 91 | Teaching Socio-Political Context w/ Lorena GermánIn today's episode, we grapple with the intricate subject of Teaching Socio-Political Context in education. Lorena helps unravel the significance of incorporating the socio-political backdrop into learning and how it enriches the understanding of texts and concepts within the classroom.
We'll explore why it's essential to go beyond the author's bio and publication dates to truly comprehend a book's impact in different times and settings. Lorena will shed light on how teaching socio-political context is not just an academic exercise, but a crucial tool for deep learning that fosters critical thinking, social awareness, and emotional intelligence within...
2024-04-1720 minOur ClassroomEpisode 90 | A Lesson on the N-Word w/ Lorena GermánToday’s episode ventures into a highly sensitive and challenging discussion. Roberto and Lorena Germán tackle the complex and controversial topic surrounding the N-word, particularly within an educational framework.
The conversation orbits around the indispensable role teachers play in addressing this term when it surfaces in literature, such as in the classic "The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn" or other significant works. Amidst the intricate balance of promoting respect and understanding in a classroom setting, they delve into the implications of love, respect, and academic seriousness while approaching such heavy conversations.
Throughout the episode, Lorena impar...
2024-04-1121 minOur ClassroomEpisode 89 | What is the White Gaze? w/ Lorena GermánIn this episode of Our Classroom, Roberto and Lorena delve into the concept of the White gaze and its impact. Lorena provides a comprehensive discussion on Toni Morrison's concept of the White gaze, which essentially sets a standard that assumes the audience is White, marginalizing lives that don't align with this perspective. The conversation touches upon how this impacts literature, politics, workplace policies, and societal beliefs. Included in this discussion are practical steps to identify and challenge the White gaze, emphasizing the importance of ongoing work to dismantle biases and view people through a fair and educated lens. Tune in t...
2024-04-0320 minOur ClassroomEpisode 88 | Telling the Whole Story w/ Lorena GermánIn this episode of Our Classroom, Roberto and Lorena Germán discuss the workshop "Telling the Whole Story: Best Practices Using Data," which aims to challenge the way data is used in schools. Lorena explains the problematic nature of standardized testing and its impact on teachers' evaluations and students' graduation. The conversation delves into the need to humanize data and provides practical steps to shift perspectives. Lorena offers 3 data-driven approaches in education that aim to create a more inclusive and celebratory learning environment.
Telling the Whole Story: A Workshop for Best Practices Using Data (registration link)
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2024-03-2720 minOur ClassroomEpisode 87 | Should Students Have Cell Phones in Class?In this episode of Our Classroom, Roberto explores the hot topic of banning cell phones in schools. Drawing from his experience as a former school principal, he presents both sides of the argument and delves into the reasons behind the recent decision in Indiana to prohibit communication devices in classrooms. Germán touches on the potential impact of excessive screen time on student engagement, behavior, and mental health, all while emphasizing the need for balance. Throughout the episode, listeners are encouraged to critically analyze the role of devices in educational settings and ponder how this shift may affect students' s...
2024-03-2024 minOur ClassroomEpisode 86 | Hair, Bias, and the Quest for Black Joy in Education w/ Lorena GermánIn this episode of Our Classroom, Roberto and Lorena Germán explore the pressing issues of conformity and resistance in education. They shared powerful insights on how discriminatory policies in schools, particularly around hair and appearance, reflect deeper systemic racism. With personal anecdotes and fiery passion, they advocate for inclusive policy-making, transparency, and collective action to combat injustices. They unpack the notion of flexibility, one of the pillars of "Textured Teaching". They also highlight the significance of cases like Darryl George's fight against hair discrimination in Texas. It's a discussion that shakes the core of educational conformity and champions t...
2024-03-1335 min
Experience Your Day With A Spellbinding Full Audiobook.Blue Ink Tears by Roberto GermanPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/758600to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Blue Ink Tears
Author: Roberto German
Narrator: Roberto German
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 1 hour 10 minutes
Release date: February 14, 2024
Genres: Poetry
Publisher's Summary:
In this bilingual poetry collection, Roberto Germán, shares writing across 20 years of his life. The poems tell stories of love, relationships, race, identity, and everyday living. These subjects divide the book into three parts. The poetic forms include free verse, rhyme, haiku and more, all relatable and real with vivid detail. As he explores what it's like to be a young man growing into his identity, t...
2024-02-141h 10Our ClassroomEpisode 82 | Nurturing Creativity and Community Relations w/ Robert Liu-TrujilloIn today's episode, host Roberto Germán sits down with guest Robert Liu-Trujillo, author and illustrator of the captivating picture book "Fresh Juice." They delve into the inspiration behind the book, the importance of diversity in children's literature, and the significance of familial relationships. The conversation also touches on the representation of fathers of color in children's books and the benefits of community support. Join us as we unravel the storytelling and artistic process behind "Fresh Juice" and discover how it resonates with readers of all ages.
Robert Liu-Trujillo is the author-illustrator of Furqan's First Flat Top a...
2024-02-1428 minAccess Unmissable Full Audiobooks in Literature, PoetryBlue Ink Tears by Roberto GermanPlease visithttps://thebookvoice.com/podcasts/1/audiobook/758600to listen full audiobooks.
Title: Blue Ink Tears
Author: Roberto German
Narrator: Roberto German
Format: Unabridged Audiobook
Length: 1 hour 10 minutes
Release date: February 14, 2024
Genres: Poetry
Publisher's Summary:
In this bilingual poetry collection, Roberto Germán, shares writing across 20 years of his life. The poems tell stories of love, relationships, race, identity, and everyday living. These subjects divide the book into three parts. The poetic forms include free verse, rhyme, haiku and more, all relatable and real with vivid detail. As he explores what it's like to be a young man growing into his identity, t...
2024-02-141h 10Our ClassroomEpisode 80 | Social Emotional Learning Inspired by Hip Hop w/ David SpellmonIn this episode, our host Roberto is joined by David Spellmon Jr., a behavior specialist who is making an impact in Charlotte, North Carolina by incorporating Hip Hop Pedagogy to promote social and emotional learning. David is the author of "Just Like Music: Social Emotional Learning Inspired by Hip Hop," and in this conversation, he shares the importance of affirmations, the integration of Hip Hop and social emotional learning, and the impact of his book's lesson plans on students and educators. From exploring the connections between Hip Hop and SEL to discussing the potential benefits of such integration, this...
2024-01-3128 minOur ClassroomEpisode 79 | Black Literacies w/ Patriann SmithIn this episode of Our Classroom, host Roberto Germán engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Dr. Patriann Smith, an esteemed scholar and educator specializing in language, literacy, and exceptional education. The focus of their discussion is Dr. Smith's groundbreaking book, "Black Immigrant Literacies: Intersections of Race, Language, and Culture in the Classroom." Throughout the episode, Dr. Smith eloquently explains the concept of Black immigrant literacies and how they differ from traditional understandings of literacy. She also unpacks the five significant elements of the Black immigrant literacies framework and provides practical strategies for educators to better support Black immigrant s...
2024-01-2426 minOur ClassroomEpisode 78 | Conquering Test Anxiety w/ Wallace Panlilio II, Ph.D & Artyom Zinchenko, PhDIn this episode, titled "Conquering Test Anxiety," we have two extraordinary guests joining us. First up is Dr. Wallace Panlilio II, an educational psychologist, headmaster of 14 years, and chief mentor officer who has witnessed firsthand the benefits of moving away from traditional testing methods in favor of project-based assessments. Alongside him is cognitive neuroscientist Dr. Artyom Zinchenko, whose expertise enriches our conversation on the need for a profound understanding of material and providing strategies to ease the test-taking jitters, particularly for our female students.
As someone who's struggled with test-taking himself, Roberto will be teasing out insights...
2024-01-1741 minOur ClassroomEpisode 74 | About Bruce’s Beach: Restorative Justice Through Reparations w/ George C. Fatheree III & Sergio C. MuñozIn today's show, we're diving deep into a painful piece of California history and the remarkable story of triumph that's emerged a century later. Our special guest is none other than George C. Fatheree III, a Harvard-educated attorney, Fintech Founder, and social impact entrepreneur who played a crucial role in correcting an age-old wrong against the Bruce family of Manhattan Beach.
In the 1920s, Willa and Charles Bruce, a visionary black couple, had their beachfront property unceremoniously stripped from them through the dubious use of eminent domain. Their successful business was uprooted not because of development but b...
2023-12-1338 minOur ClassroomEpisode 73 | Unpacking and Healing w/ Tiffany RoseIn this episode of Our Classroom, Roberto is joined by Tiffany Rose, the author of the powerful book ‘Pack Light.’ This episode journeys through Tiffany's biracial experiences, her battles with marginalization and identity, and the resilience she's found through storytelling.
Tiffany's literary work is a raw and authentic exploration of heavy topics that are masterfully unpacked, allowing us, the readers, to find ourselves in a lighter place. Her book, inspired by song lyrics and packed with poems, prose, and untold stories, is a testament to her strength, character and the invaluable role her mother and grandmother played in s...
2023-11-2952 minOur ClassroomEpisode 72 | Anti-Bias Literacy Instruction w/ Tricia EbarviaIn this episode of Our Classroom, Roberto is joined by distinguished guest Tricia Ebarvia. An experienced high school English teacher, Tricia is also the co-founder of #DisruptTexts and author of the masterpiece, "Get Free: Anti-Bias Literacy Instruction for Stronger Readers, Writers, and Thinkers." The interview explores this groundbreaking book that aims to liberate from socialization forms that perpetuate oppression. They discuss her intentional choice of artwork reflecting her cultural and ethnic experiences and our personal battles with language and cultural identity.
A co-founder of #DisruptTexts, Tricia Ebarvia advocates for literacy instruction rooted in equity and liberation through...
2023-11-1533 minOur ClassroomEpisode 70 | From Bullying to Empowerment w/ St. Clair Detrick-Jules & Analíz GermanIn this episode of Our Classroom we are joined by St. Clair Detrick-Jules, author of My Hair is Like the Sun. We unpack the inspiration behind the title of the book and how St. Clair's Afro-Caribbean background shaped her perspective on Black hair and its connection to the beauty of nature. We also delve into St. Clair's journey in advocacy work, particularly in immigrant justice and Black liberation, and how storytelling plays a crucial role in humanizing marginalized communities.
Co-host Analiz Germán, making her debut as a co-host, asks insightful questions about the book, the selection p...
2023-10-1821 minOur ClassroomEpisode 65 | What's Going on in Florida Pt. 2 w/ Lorena GermánIn this episode of Our Classroom we continue to reflect on the fascinating developments in Florida that are greatly impacting education.
Classroom Notes
New development in Florida
Resources available to educators
Encouragement and things to consider
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2023-08-0929 minOur ClassroomEpisode 64 | What's Going on in Florida w/ Lorena GermánIn this episode of Our Classroom Lorena German joins me to discuss Florida's Black History Curriculum.
Classroom Notes
Brief explanation of the new standards
The so-called benefits of slavery
Strategic framing to retell & minimize history
Lorena Germán is a two time nationally awarded Dominican American educator focused on anti racist and anti bias education. She has taught English Language Arts from 6th through 12th grades in both public and private schools. Her work has been featured in The New York Times, NCTE’s journals, ASCD, and more. She’s a co-founder of #DisruptTexts through which sh...
2023-07-2623 minOur ClassroomEpisode 50 | Exploring Language Identity and Power with Poetry w/ Carla España, Ph.D y Luz Yadira Herrera, Ph,DIn this episode of Our Classroom, Carla España, Ph.D and Luz Yadira Herrera, Ph.D join me in Exploring Language, Identity, and Power with Poetry.
Classroom Notes
1. The poetry in their book cover
2. Poets, poems and text sets they would add to their list in Chp 6
3. Reading & discussion of my poem Café Con Leche
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Carla España, Ph.D. is a middle-grade language arts teacher, literacy consultant, researcher, author, and co-founder of the En Comunidad Collective. Her love of stories and tea...
2023-03-0143 minOur ClassroomEpisode 49 | Removing the Stigma w/ JD FullerIn this episode of Our Classroom, JD Fuller, a therapist in private practice, adjunct professor & school counselor, as well as a consultant & trainer, joins me to discuss removing the stigma of mental health in the global majority.
Classroom Notes
1. Origins & present barriers related to mental health stigma amongst People of the Global Majority
2. Disparities in mental health treatment
3. 3 actions steps we can take now to help destigmatize mental health among people of the global majority
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J. Denise Fuller is an Af...
2023-02-2237 minOur ClassroomEpisode 48 | Working Together for Equitable Schools w/ Tina StarksIn this episode of Our Classroom, Tina Starks, an educational designer for Student Achievement Partners, joins me to discuss Working Together for Equitable Schools.
Classroom Notes
1. The true problem in our educational system
2. Three action steps we can take to transmute our pain into purpose
3. Powerful Frederick Douglas quotes
Welcome to Our Classroom!
An educational designer for Student Achievement Partners, Tina Starks brings 18 years of experience as an educator to create resources and develop professional learning opportunities centered around libe...
2023-02-1542 minOur ClassroomEpisode 47 | Collaborating to Learn w/ Dr. Towanda HarrisIn this episode of Our Classroom, Dr. Towanda Harris, author of The Right Tools: A Guide for Selecting, Evaluating and Implementing Classroom Resources and Practices, joins me to discuss the idea of Collaborating to Learn.
Classroom Notes
Collaborative planning to support teachers with improving student performance
Leveraging ELL, special education, and gifted teachers as resources to provide additional support in the classroom
3 immediate action steps a school leader can take to start creating a culture of collaboration
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Dr. Towanda Harris has been a teacher, staff developer, literacy content specialist, in...
2023-02-0839 minOur ClassroomEpisode 46 | Taco Literacy w/ Steven AlvarezIn this episode of Our Classroom, author and professor Steven Alvarez joins to discuss Taco Literacy.
Classroom Notes:
Breakdown of Taco Literacy
Relationship between politics, immigration policies, and the rise of taco culture
Looking for what’s there rather looking for what’s “authentic”
Steven Alvarez is an Associate Professor of English at St. John’s University. He specializes in literacy studies and bilingual education with a focus on Mexican immigrant communities. Dr. Alvarez teaches courses ranging from autobiographical writing, ethnographic methods, creative writing, and “taco literacy,” a course exploring the foodways of Mexican immigrants in the United States. Dr...
2023-02-0133 minOur ClassroomEpisode 45 | Avoiding Equity Traps & Troupes w/ Dr. Jamila DuganIn this episode of Our Classroom, Dr. Jamila Dugan, Co-Author of Street Data: A Next-Generation Model for Equity, Pedagogy, and School Transformation, gives us a deep dive into chapter two of her book - No Shortcuts: Avoiding Equity Traps and Troupes.
Classroom Notes:
Defining equity traps and troupes
Commonly observed equity traps and troupes
Advice to help avoid falling into equity traps and troupes
Dr. Jamila Dugan (she/her/hers) is an author, leadership coach and researcher.
Jamila has dedicated her career to making “equity” more than just a buzzword. She works wi...
2023-01-2538 minOur ClassroomEpisode 44 | Got Data? w/ Shane SafirIn this episode of Our Classroom, author and professor Shane Safir joins to discuss Street Data: A Next-Generation Model for Equity, Pedagogy, and School Transformation.
Classroom Notes:
Utilizing to create systems of education that edifies students of color
A counter approach to the current system of education
Consequences with our fixation on standardized testing
Shane Safir has worked at every level of the education system, from the classroom to the boardroom, for 25 years. Since 2008, Safir has provided equity-centered leadership coaching, strategic planning, and professional learning support for schools, districts, and organizations across the U.S., C...
2023-01-1826 minOur ClassroomEpisode 43 | Justice Through Culturally Relevant Teaching w/ Kimberly N. Parker, Ph.DIn this episode of Our Classroom, Dr. Kimberly N. Parker, author of Literacy Is Liberation: Working Toward Justice Through Culturally Relevant Teaching, discusses one of the CRTs that are driving some folks crazy.
Classroom notes:
Her best-selling book Literacy is Liberation: Working Toward Justice Through Culturally Relevant Teaching
The focus on Culturally Relevant Teaching and how it has guided her work
An overview of Culturally Relevant Intentional Literacy Communities (CRILCs)
CRILCs are places where vulnerability is necessary.
Kimberly N. Parker, PhD, has been working in literacy communities with young people for more than 20 years. She h...
2023-01-1130 minOur ClassroomEpisode 42 | Modeling Humility & Vulnerability w/ Sheldon L. Eakins, Ph.DIn this episode of Our Classroom, Sheldon L. Eakins, Ph.D, author of Leading Equity: Becoming an Advocate for All Students, joins to discuss Modeling Vulnerability & Humility.
Classroom notes:
Mistakes made
What our fathers mean to us
Importance of modeling vulnerability and humility
Check out this powerful conversation in which two Black men get vulnerable. It’s not something you see everyday in our society.
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2023-01-0431 minOur ClassroomEpisode 41 | A Vulnerable MomentIn this episode of Our Classroom, Roberto wraps up 2022 by engaging in a vulnerable moment and apologizing to any students that he may have caused harm to, even if he did so unknowingly.
2022-12-2808 minOur ClassroomEpisode 40 | Border Stories w/ David BowlesIn this episode of Our Classroom, author and professor David Bowles joins to discuss Border Stories.
Classroom Notes:
Immigration and life on the border as focal points for his writing
The way he shows up in his writing
Balancing writing for children while also infusing profound topics
David Bowles is an associate professor and coordinator of the English education program at the University of Texas Río Grande Valley. He is the award-winning Chicano author and translator of some thirty books, among them They Call Me Güero and My Two Border Towns. David's academic work and...
2022-12-1432 minOur ClassroomEpisode 39 | Developing Antiracist, Pro-Human Students w/ Afrika Afeni MillsIn this episode of Our Classroom, author Afrika Afeni Mills, shares insight about her book Open Windows, Open Minds: Developing Antiracist, Pro-Human Students.
Classroom Notes:
The story of her name
3 actions steps administrators and teachers can take right now to transform their instructional practices
3 things White antibias, antiracist practitioners wish they would have known when they were K-12 students
Afrika Afeni Mills is an Education Consultant, Adjunct Instructor, and the author of Open Windows, Open Minds: Developing Antiracist, Pro-Human Students. She works with teachers, instructional coaches, and administrators to develop and sustain student-centered learning experiences t...
2022-11-3036 minOur ClassroomEpisode 38 | Building a Pipeline of Black TeachersIn this episode of Our Classroom, Roberto shares an excerpt from the article To Build a Pipeline of Black Teachers, This Program Starts Recruiting in High School by Emily Tate Sullivan.
The article examines the Genius, Joy and Love initiative led by Dr. Valerie Kinloch, dean of the University of Pittsburgh School of Education.
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2022-11-1616 minOur ClassroomEpisode 37 | Creating Culturally Inclusive Literacy Classrooms w/ Kamania Wynter-Hoyte, Eliza Braden, Michele Myers, Natasha ThortonIn this episode of Our Classroom, Roberto is joined by Kamania Wynter-Hoyte, Eliza Braden, Michele Myers, and Natasha Thorton, the authors of the book Revolutionary Love, to discuss Creating Culturally Inclusive Literacy Classrooms. Revolutionary Love offers practices that affirm and celebrate students' identities, languages, and cultures to build a vibrant community of engaged, valued, and thoughtful learners.
Classroom Notes
What revolutionary love is and what it look like in action
The impact of the numerous self-reflection activities
The one chapter in the book Revolutionary Love that the audience must read
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2022-11-0238 minOur ClassroomEpisode 36 | Where Faith & Schools Can Meet w/ Zakiya JacksonIn this episode of Our Classroom, Zakiya Jackson, President of The Expectations Project shares her insight and experience regarding where the church and public schools can meet.
Key Moments:
The role of the church in the current educational landscape
Bridging the gap between the faith community and schools
What has surprised Zakiya in this line of work
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2022-10-1929 min
Preciso y Conciso"La Operación Ciprés". El intento de derrocar a Gabriel Boric ¿Ficción o realidad?. Entrevista a Germán Silva CuadraGermán Silva Cuadra, presenta en exclusiva su segunda novela "La Operación Ciprés: El Complot contra el presidente" que cuenta la íntima historia —en clave realidad, ficción, política— de los primeros meses de Gabriel Boric a la cabeza de La Moneda y la de un grupo que quiere derrocarlo. Pero esencialmente el texto retrata, a raíz de hechos de la realidad, diálogos del Presidente con sus más cercanos. Un libro de realidad, ficción y política. Un juego de realidad-ficción en que la segunda va ganando terreno a medida que avanzan las pági...
2022-10-1830 minOur ClassroomEpisode 35 | 4 Tips for School Leaders Starting DEI WorkWelcome to Season 2 of Our Classroom! In this episode, Roberto breaks down an article that he and Lorena originally published through Edutopia. The article examines the idea that school leaders should take an active role and set attainable goals to ensure that diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives are successful.
#education #schools #schoolleaders #DEI #diversity #equity #inclusion #OurClassroom #MulticulturalClassroom
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2022-10-0520 minOur ClassroomEpisode 34 | Students, Schools, People and Prisons w/ Stacy SewardWelcome to Our Classroom! In this episode, Stacy Seward, Executive Director of The Dream Network in Lawrence Massachusetts, joins to discuss the school-to-prison pipeline and prison to community re-entry, including a healing-centered transformative model along with financial literacy and economic power.
Focal points:
Origins of The Dream Network
Wish teachers would have known or cared to know
School-to-prison pipeline
The impact of financial literacy and economic power
Stacy Seward holds a Masters Degree in Rehabilitation Psychology and Counseling from UNC Chapel Hill School of Medicine. She has earned a Certificate of Advanced Graduate Study (CAGS) in C...
2022-09-2134 minOur ClassroomEpisode 33 | Reflections of a First Year School Principal w/ Terra LynchThis week's guest was Terra Lynch, Director of Middle School at Headwaters School in Austin, Texas.
We discussed the following:
Director of Middle School role
Triumphs & trials in the first year
Expectations for year 2
ABAR efforts
Welcome to Our Classroom!
Terra Lynch spent a decade teaching Humanities at University Neighborhood High School in New York City, and a decade as a consultant for the New York University Metropolitan Center for Research on Equity and the Transformation of Schools as an instructional coach. She has also lived and worked in Cairo, Egypt, and Washington, D...
2022-09-0734 min
Preciso y Conciso“La derecha fue inteligente, posicionando un relato y un guión ejecutado por otros actores”. Entrevista a Germán Silva.El plebiscito de salida obligatorio terminó con un contundente triunfo de la opción Rechazo. La ciudadanía con esto manifestó que no deseaba como nueva Constitución el texto propuesto por la Convención Constitucional. El análisis junto al Analista político, experto en comunicación estratégica y columnista de “El Mostrador”. German Silva Cuadra.
2022-09-0623 minOur ClassroomEpisode 32 | Shifting POC Stories by Writing Fiction w/ Aiko BetheaAiko Bethea stopped by Our Classroom to discuss her upcoming publication, the Magnolia Murder Series. We touched upon the following:◦ Characters in the series◦ Shifting POC stories from being steeped in suffering◦ What it looks like when systemically marginalized communities define success on their own terms◦ Favorite authors
The founder of RARE Coaching & Consulting, Aiko Bethea is an award-winning and highly sought after equity consultant, executive coach, and speaker.
Aiko’s newest ambition takes form in a cozy comfort series titled Magnolia Murder Mysteries, the first of which will be published i...
2022-08-2433 min
Lo piensan todos. Lo decimos nosotros.Los archivos ocultos del MINISTERIO PÚBLICO | ROBERTO CAVADALa directora nacional de persecución del Ministerio Público, Yeni Berenice Reynoso, solicitó a la procuradora general, Miriam Germán Brito, que modifique la instrucción que le dio para que permita el acceso al exministro de Hacienda, Donald Guerrero, a la “carpeta fiscal” sobre la investigación en curso contra el exfuncionario, porque todavía está bajo “reserva total”. Reynoso plantea que “abrir de manera total la carpeta fiscal en esta etapa del proceso pone en riesgo la investigación”, precisando que por las actuales imputaciones, las cuales no especifica, Guerrero no ha sido citado ni se le ha impuesto ninguna me...
2022-08-2312 minOur ClassroomEpisode 31 | Reading for Self w/ Dr. Sonja Cherry-Paul & Lorena GermánIn this episode of Our Classroom, Dr. Sonja Cherry-Paul invites Lorena Germán to join her in one of the RedClayEd Community Conversations. As we transition from summer fun and flexibility, Sonja challenges the audience to consider the following themes:
Nourishment
Rejuvenation
Preparation
Anticipation
Reflection Questions
How are we feeding ourselves physically, spiritually, emotionally?
How are we restoring ourselves with new ideas and ways of moving through the world?
How are we readying ourselves for all that we hope to accomplish, both personally and professionally?
How are we reenergizing ourselves about the future and the possibilities ahea...
2022-08-1716 minOur ClassroomEpisode 30 | Hyphenated w/ Ummi ModesteIn the third and final part of our poetry series with author Ummi Modeste, she shares and analyzes the poem Hyphenated from her book Because I Knew. This is one of her favorite poems as it speaks to the struggle of tracing her roots.
R. Ummi Modeste is a native of Brooklyn, NY where she attended and graduated from the New York City Public School System. She retired from that same school system in 2021, after nearly 30 years of service as a teacher and college and career advisor at City-As-School High School, a unique public school in Manhattan. Ummi...
2022-08-0320 minOur ClassroomEpisode 29 | Dreaming A Decolonized World w/ Ummi ModestePart Two of our poetry series with author Ummi Modeste explores immigration from a number of different angles. In this episode, Ummi reads the poem Dreaming A Decolonized World from her book Because I Knew. This is a passionate conversation that we invite you to join. Click the image above to listen to the episode now!
R. Ummi Modeste is a native of Brooklyn, NY where she attended and graduated from the New York City Public School System. She retired from that same school system in 2021, after nearly 30 years of service as a teacher and college and career adv...
2022-07-2721 minOur ClassroomEpisode 28 | Quién Soy Yo (Who Am I) w/ Ummi ModesteIf you dig poetry then you are in for a treat! This is part one of a 3-part poetry series w/ author Ummi Modeste. In this episode, Ummi reads the poem Quien Soy Yo from her book Because I Knew. We then had the opportunity to analyze the poem and discuss ways to apply it in the classroom.
R. Ummi Modeste is a native of Brooklyn, NY where she attended and graduated from the New York City Public School System. She retired from that same school system in 2021, after nearly 30 years of service as a teacher and...
2022-07-2018 minOur ClassroomEpisode 27 | Mathin' It Up Pt. 3 w/ Kwame Sarfo- MensahWelcome to Our Classroom! In this brief episode, Math Educator and Consultant Kwame Sarfo-Mensah wraps up our conversation about math including talking about supporting bilingual learners.
Kwame Sarfo-Mensah is a 15-year veteran urban educator and the founder & CEO of Identity Talk Consulting, LLC., an independent educational consulting firm that provides professional development and consulting services to K-12 school districts, educators, colleges & universities and educational non-profit organizations. He is also the author of two books: "Shaping the Teacher Identity: 8 Lessons That Will Help Define the Teacher in You" and "From Inaction to 'In Action': Creating a New Normal f...
2022-07-0613 minOur ClassroomEpisode 26 | Mathin' It Up Pt. 2 w/ Kwame Sarfo-MensahAs we proceed (P. Diddy voice) with the math strategies you need! In part 2 of Mathin' It Up w/ Kwame Sarfo-Mensah, we discuss Math & Hip Hop, creating a STEM Speaker Series, Culturally Responsive Teaching in math, standardized testing, and the difference between math in the USA and math in Western African countries.
Kwame Sarfo-Mensah is a 15-year veteran urban educator and the founder & CEO of Identity Talk Consulting, LLC., an independent educational consulting firm that provides professional development and consulting services to K-12 school districts, educators, colleges & universities and educational non-profit organizations. He is also the author...
2022-06-2922 minOur ClassroomEpisode 25 | Mathin' It Up Pt. 1 w/ Kwame Sarfo-MensahI don’t even like math like that but this was fun! 😂 My mom commented, “I wish I had a math teacher like you when I was in school!” Brother Kwame Sarfo-Mensah out here getting love from mom dukes! I guess he was a good guest to have on the show and I will have to bring him back in the future! Yes, I used all exclamation points is this caption! Check out this lively conversation where we talk about math, culturally responsive teaching, supporting educators in growing their anti bias anti racist practices and more!
Kwame Sarfo-Men...
2022-06-2225 minOur ClassroomEpisode 24 | Change the Narrative w/ Henry J. Turner & Kathy LopesHenry J. Turner and Kathy Lopes join Roberto to discuss their new book Change the Narrative: How to Foster an Antiracist Culture in Your School. In addition, they share about their co-authoring process, their challenge in writing about assessments, and the content that most resonates with them.
Henry J. Turner serves as principal at Newton North High School in Newton, Massachusetts. He is most proud of the collaborative community he works within to empower students to fight hate and bigotry in their school. Pointing to his unwavering commitment to equity and a student-centered culture, Henry was named 2020 K...
2022-06-0837 minOur ClassroomEpisode 23 | EdTech and Edupreneurship w/ Thom GibsonIt’s great to learn and journey with others. Thom Gibson is my go-to person for all EdTech related questions. In this episode of Our Classroom, we discussed EdTech and Edupreneurship. We also touched up fatherhood and the challenge of trying to maintain a healthy work-life balance.
Thom Gibson is a two-time teacher of the year educator, creative director at New EdTech Classroom, educational consultant, and an Adobe Education Leader. He has taught middle-school math, robotics, and YouTube Video Production
Outside of education, he's a practitioner of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, an avid runner, a chicken wi...
2022-05-2544 minOur ClassroomEpisode 22 | Justice & Healing w/ Clara MangaliStudent voice matters! In this episode of Our Classroom, I had my first student guest, Clara Mangali. We discussed how her senior research project led to her creating a Justice & Healing virtual workshop for educators and students.
Clara Mangali (she/her) is a student seeking to affect change through activism, community building, and identity development. She currently resides on the ancestral land of the Kizh people and is a senior at Chadwick School in Palos Verdes, California. After attending the National Association of Independent Schools Student Diversity Leadership Conference in 2019, she went on to serve as a...
2022-05-1121 minOur ClassroomEpisode 21 | You Have Agency w/ Lorena GermánSince y’all kept stressing me about bringing Lorena Germán back on the podcast, I found a way to do it without giving her an opportunity to turn my interview into a flirt session with me! This is the shortest episode that I have published, yet it is fruitful. This is an excerpt from her Textured Teaching presentation several months ago at the ICTE (Iowa Council of Teachers of English) Conference. In this excerpt Lorena emphasizes the fact that You Have Agency!
Lorena Germán is a two time nationally awarded Dominican American educator focused on anti...
2022-04-2708 minOur ClassroomEpisode 20 | Exploring Textured Teaching w/ Lorena GermánWell… I tried to keep the interview focused on Textured Teaching but your girl Lorena was wildin’ (dropped the “g” because she was out of control)!Nonetheless, before she snuck in to give me a kiss, we managed to discuss: ◦ The impact of Textured Teaching since being published in Sept 2021 ◦ What has surprised her along the way ◦ Textured Teaching can being utilized on the college/university levelI hope y’all enjoy this interview because it might be the last! I ain’t gon’ let Lorena turn Our Classroom into Love & Hip Hop! Sorry, not sorry!Lorena Ger...
2022-04-1330 minOur ClassroomEpisode 19 | Using Bilingual Books to Teach Self-Love & Diversity w/ Marisa TaylorAll the way from London, UK! Author Marisa Taylor checked into Our Classroom to discuss Using Bilingual Books to Teach Self-Love & Diversity. She touched upon:-The personal experiences that inspired her book ´Happy within´-Her observations of how other countries responding to the concepts of bilingualism and diversity-Steps monolingual families can implement now to learn a new language and connect with people from other culturesMarisa Taylor lives in London, UK. Her first book ´Happy within´ has been translated into +15 different languages. The idea behind the bilingual books is to create diverse reso...
2022-03-3025 minOur ClassroomEpisode 18 | Extraordinary Latina w/ Isis Ortiz-BeltonIt's Women's History Month and fortunately an Extraordinary Latina was the most recent guest .In this episode of Our Classroom we were joined by Isis Ortiz-Belton who is making power moves in the financial services and banking industry. We discussed Isis':
Education journey
Co-authorship of the book Extraordinary Latinas
Women she admires
ISIS ORTIZ-BELTON is a financial services and banking professional with over 12 years of credit risk, corporate finance, and underwriting experience. She is a Vice President, Portfolio Manager at Eastern Bank where she manages a portfolio of commercial banking relationships with a broad array of middle m...
2022-03-2533 minOur ClassroomEpisode 17 | Liberation Pedagogy w/ Dr. Gloria Rosario WallaceNew York City represent, represent! Dr. Gloria Rosario Wallace dished out the marvelous as we discussed Liberation Pedagogy including:- What is Liberation Pedagogy and why should people learn about it?-The trials and triumphs of co-founding a high school in Brooklyn, NY where she implemented Liberatory and Critical pedagogy to design an inclusive learning community-Considerations for school leaders getting started on the journey of Liberation Pedagogy
Dr. Gloria Rosario Wallace (she/her) is a Black Dominicana educator-scholar-activist committed to supporting racially conscious, human-centered school and organizational leadership. In her professional and pe...
2022-03-1631 minOur ClassroomEpisode 16 | Advocacy & Affirmation in Predominantly White Spaces w/ Alexis & Chanté (Let's Talk Sis)After a brief hiatus, it felt great to be back in conversation with amazing people! Tonight in Our Classroom Roberto was joined by Alexis and Chanté @letstalk_sis. They discussed Advocacy & Affirmation in Predominantly White Spaces including:- The top two or three most difficult topics that they find themselves addressing-The Utah Parent Opt-Out Law and what race-related advocacy looks like in Utah-Affirming the identities of their children and how are they support them in their own advocacy?Alexis and Chanté @letstalk_sis have created an Instagram platform where they seek to bri...
2022-03-0839 minOur ClassroomBonus | Blackness Mini Summit - Part 4In honor of Black History Month, Lorena German and Britt Hawthorne came together to talk about different aspects of Blackness. Like the last one, this mini summit featured short 20 minute conversations with guests.
This bonus episode features Lorena & Tanesha B. Forman breaking colorism all the way down.
#podcasts #teacherpodcast #abar #education #educationmatters #multicultural #OurClassroom #MulticulturalClassroom #podcast #education #teachersofcolor #BlackHistoryMonth #inclusionmatters #iteachtoo #pedagogy
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Buy Lorena German's new book Textured Teaching here.
With Culturally Sustaining Practice as its foundation, Textured Teaching shares lesson design strategies that...
2022-02-2521 minOur ClassroomBonus | Blackness Mini Summit - Part 3In honor of Black History Month, Lorena German and Britt Hawthorne came together to talk about different aspects of Blackness. Like the last one, this mini summit featured short 20 minute conversations with guests.
This bonus episode features Lorena & Yolanda Sealey-Ruiz talking about healing and Blackness, as well as what it should look like in schools. They talk about love- what it is and what it isn’t.
#podcasts #teacherpodcast #abar #education #educationmatters #multicultural #OurClassroom #MulticulturalClassroom #podcast #education #teachersofcolor #BlackHistoryMonth #inclusionmatters #iteachtoo #pedagogy
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Buy Lorena German's n...
2022-02-2419 minOur ClassroomBonus | Blackness Mini Summit - Part 2In honor of Black History Month, Lorena German and Britt Hawthorne came together to talk about different aspects of Blackness. Like the last one, this mini summit featured short 20 minute conversations with guests. This bonus episode features Britt & Roberto talking about Blackness, the diaspora, and Latinidad.
#podcasts #teacherpodcast #abar #education #educationmatters #multicultural #OurClassroom #MulticulturalClassroom #podcast #education #teachersofcolor #BlackHistoryMonth #inclusionmatters #iteachtoo #pedagogy
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Buy Britt Hawthorne's new book Raising Antiracist Children here.
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This episode is sponsored by Teach With...
2022-02-2334 minOur ClassroomBonus | Blackness Mini Summit - Part 1In honor of Black History Month, Lorena German and Britt Hawthorne came together to talk about different aspects of Blackness. Like the last one, this mini summit featured short 20 minute conversations with guests. This bonus episode features Britt & Lorena talking about Black biracial identity, teaching about Black History Month, the difference between race, culture, and ethnicity… and more.
#podcasts #teacherpodcast #abar #education #educationmatters #multicultural #OurClassroom #MulticulturalClassroom #podcast #education #teachersofcolor #BlackHistoryMonth #inclusionmatters #iteachtoo #pedagogy
Follow our guest(s) @multiculturalclassroom, @britthawthorne
Buy Britt Hawthorne's new book Raising Antiracist Children here. For more education resources subscribe to...
2022-02-2226 minOur ClassroomEpisode 15 | Centering Black Children w/ Amelia AllenOn this first day of Black History Month 2022, we had the privilege of hearing from Amelia Allen, founder of Sankofa Learning Center, about Centering Black Children. Amelia shared touch upon the following:
Why she took this leap of faith
Meaning of Sankofa
The trial & triumph of purchase her first home
Learnings from starting her own school
Strategies that center Black children and create an environment where they experience joy
Amelia Allen Sherwood is a mother, educator, and anti-bias & anti-racist organizer. She had a vision with her eyes wide open one day and it revealed an African-Centered learning...
2022-02-0228 minOur ClassroomEpisode 14 | Exploring Culture on a Global Level w/ Taína BenitezFun, joy and love when chopping it up with Taína Benitez from Teach With Love Global. We talked about Exploring Culture on a Global Level. We also talked about some immersive travel trip opportunities including the Egypt 2023 trip that Roberto and Lorena Germán will be leading.
Taína is a Spanglish-speaking advocate, speaker and educator. A true lover of helping people, she has been an advocate for inclusivity, social justice and bringing opportunities to underprivileged teachers and students, for over two decades.
While working to bring a perspective that has historically been missing in t...
2022-01-3037 minOur ClassroomEpisode 13 | How To Talk To Your Teen About Anything w/ Author Katie MalinskiIt’s about building relationships and effective communication! Great talk with Katie Malinski as we discussed her book How to Talk to Your Teen About Anything. She shared strategies that parents and educator alike can implement.
Katie Malinski, LCSW-S, is an Austin-based parenting coach and family therapist. With over 2 decades' experience, Katie helps parents see the key connections that help resolve family difficulties, strengthen the parent-child relationship, and get families back on balance and moving forward together. She presents parenting workshops on a broad spectrum of topics, including managing difficult behavior in children, parenting through divorce, parenting te...
2022-01-2734 minOur ClassroomEpisode 12 | MLK Reflections w/ Lorena Germán, José Luis Vilson, Tiffany Jewell, Tamara Russell, and Tricia EbvariaOn Monday, January 17th, Multicultural Classroom hosted an MLK, Jr. Summit. Lorena Germán facilitated brief conversations all day long. Our guests included José Luis Vilson, Tiffany Jewell, Tamara Russell, and Tricia Ebvaria. This episode weaves the four conversations together for insightful and fruitful reflections about Martin Luther King, Jr's life and legacy, and the impact his work still has on us today.
Follow our guest(s) @multiculturalclassroom @thejosevilson @tiffanymjewell @mrsrussellsroom @triciaebarvia
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2022-01-2458 minOur ClassroomEpisode 11 | Yefferson, Actually / En Realidad, Es Yefferson with Author Katherine TrejoSay my name, say my name! Yes, a throwback Destiny’s Child reference but it works in this case. Katherine Trejo is today’s guest and we are discussing her book Yefferson, Actually / En Realidad, Yefferson.
Katherine Trejo is a first-generation Salvadoran-American college graduate with a bachelor’s degree in politics and Latin American/Latino studies from UC Santa Cruz. She lives in Historic Filipinotown with her Boston Terrier Lily, mom, brother, cousins, aunts, grandma, niece, and nephew in the same apartment complex where she was raised. She enjoys spending time with friends and family and watching cartoo...
2022-01-1940 minOur ClassroomEpisode 10 | Colorism in the Latina/o/e CommunityA couple months ago, Roberto was asked participate on a virtual panel regarding colorism in the Latina/o/e Community. The event was organized by AP for All NYC and hosted by Marisol Manríquez and Dr. Akua Kisiwaa-Adefope. In addition to Roberto, it featured Dr. Gloria Rosario-Wallacef, Rosa Bell and Dr. Soribel Genao.
The panelists were asked to consider the following questions:
1. What does colorism mean to you? What does anti-blackness mean to you? How are they the same/or different? How does it show up in your life?
2. How does racism and...
2022-01-1140 minOur ClassroomEpisode 9 | Restorative Resistance in Higher Education w/ Dr. Richard J. ReddickDr. Richard Reddick helps us unpack the notion of Restorative Resistance in Higher Education. He also shares his experience leading The Eyes of Texas History Committee and University of Texas-Austin. Finally, he shares a bit about how he engages in self-care.
Richard J. Reddick, Ed.D. is the inaugural Associate Dean for Equity, Community Engagement, and Outreach and Distinguished Service Professor in Educational Leadership and Policy in the College of Education at The University of Texas at Austin. He is also faculty co-chair of the Institute for Educational Management (IEM) and Bravely Confronting Racism in Higher Education...
2022-01-051h 01Our ClassroomEpisode 8 | Ava's Caribbean ABC w/ Authors Dr. Lois Marshall Barker & Ava BarkerDr. Lois Marshall Barker & Ava Barker discuss their picture book Ava’s Caribbean ABC. They express the importance of cultural affirmation.
Dr. Lois Marshall Barker is a Grenadian native and creative currently living in Houston, Texas. She has over 14 years of experience in education. Dr. Barker has served as a high school ELA teacher, instructional coach and now a curriculum developer. She works closely with educators to revamp curriculum and structures to ensure all students are seen and have an opportunity to be successful as defined by them.
Ava is a 12 year old creative and na...
2021-12-2234 minOur ClassroomEpisode 7 | El's Mirror w/ Authors Ellison & Bavu BlakesToday’s episode features Ellison & Bavu Blakes discussing their self-published book El’s Mirror. El’s Mirror is an upper elementary picture book and a reflective tool for families, parents, mentors, leaders, and educators of children. Ellison Blakes is a scientist, pianist, researcher, athlete and baller, video game lover & designer, sports analyst, and author. After Mama’s prediction (with a wink) came true, Dad started helping him create El’s Mirror. Ellison is a 5th grader who still goes to the school up the street from the big house full of books and art on the West side of the South...
2021-12-1040 minOur ClassroomEpisode 6 | Integrating Culture in Language ClassroomsToday's episode features Roberto being interviewed on Rosa Bell's PLC (Professional Learning Community) discussing how to integrate culture in Spanish Language classrooms through poetry.
#OurClassroom #MulticulturalClassroom #SpanishTeachers #AfroLatino #languageteachers #podcast #OurClassroomPodcast #education #culture #PLC #ProfessionalLearningCommunity
Credits:Host: Roberto Germán, Rosa BellEditors: Roberto Germán, Jabi Marketing (Javier Roche)
2021-11-2429 minOur ClassroomEpisode 5 | Philosophy of Race w/ Jordan BotelloToday’s episode features Jordan Botello. He is a PhD Student and Graduate Teaching Fellow in the Department of Philosophy at The Graduate Center, CUNY in New York City. Currently he teaches at Brooklyn College. His areas of interest are Metaphysics, Philosophy of Language, Critical Philosophy of Race, Philosophy of Law and Philosophy of Religion. In particular, he has been doing research on the semantics/pragmatics of racial slurs and the implications this has for appropriation and free speech laws. He also does research on theorizing about racial justice. Before that, he was a J.T. & Margaret Talkington Fellow an...
2021-11-1139 minOur ClassroomEpisode 4 | Natural Hair Movement w/ Yeimy MedinaToday’s episode features Yeimy Medina. She was born in Dominican Republic, grew up in Curacao. Growing up she never loved my natural hair and didn’t think it was beautiful. In the Dominican Republic if you have natural hair it is considered “bad” hair. In 2019, a friend inspired Yeimy and encouraged her to love her natural hair the way that God created it. Yeimy did her big chop in April 2019 and had to learn how to love and care for her natural hair. She created a natural hair page because she wanted to encourage other women to love themselv...
2021-10-3039 minOur ClassroomEpisode 3 | Black & Brown Founders / CHROMA 2021 Event w/ Deldelp MediaToday’s episode features Deldelp Medina of Black and Brown Founders. Deldep has 10 plus years experience in Diversity and Inclusion, Design Thinking, Product Market Fit, Lean Startup, scaling and investment strategy. She brings her cross-cultural expertise engage in meeting the demographic shift. She does this by identifying, pitching, structuring, relationship building, negotiating and creating close strategic partnerships. Deldep was also listed as one of the 6 Latina Founders to Watch in TechCrunch. Deldelp joined to discuss the Chroma 2021 event taking place October 14th-16th.
Credits:Guest: Deldelp MedinaHost: Roberto GermánEditor: Jabi Marketing (Jav...
2021-10-1346 minOur ClassroomEpisode 2 | The Rural Schools Experience w/ Dan CummingsToday’s episode features Dan Cummings. In this conversation, Roberto and Dan chop it up about the experience of leading a rural school, the common thread of poverty experienced in many rural and urban schools, and what justice work looks like in this setting.
Dan is a career educator who has taught in a variety of educational settings, from Alternative High Schools to College Prep Schools, parochial to public. He is in his 23rd year as an educator and 8th year as a principal. Degrees from Colorado State University and Middlebury College, he is an avid practitioner of...
2021-10-0437 minOur ClassroomEpisode 1 | Filmmaking w/ Starling the Kid (Estarlyn Hiraldo)Welcome to Our Classroom! In this space, we talk about education, which is inclusive of but not limited to what happens in schools. Education is taking place whenever and wherever we are willing to learn.
Today’s episode features Starling The Kid. In this conversation Roberto and Starling chop it up about his educational journey, his aspirations to become the first Dominican Steven Spielberg and their recent collaboration on Yo Soy Un Plátano.
Born Estarlyn J. Hiraldo, Starling The Kid is a Dominican multimedia artist, filmmaker, and musician from Lawrence, MA. Art direction, music pro...
2021-09-2735 min
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