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The Folding Chair with Osyrus BollyWhy Black History Matters with Kwami Abdul-Bey and Stacey McAdoo #BHM #BlackHistoryMonthThe Why Black History Matters event will stress the importance of teaching Black history throughout the year and not just in February.
Joining on The Folding Chair podcast us for the #BHM conversation are special guests Stacey McAdoo and Kwami Abdul-Bey.
This discussion is meant to empower others through discussing strategies and activities to promote Black history education that will affirm, inspire and educate the public. Year-round discussion and study of Black history also provides important context for how we got to where we are today and a deeper understanding of the issues we still...
2023-02-2057 min
Learning WalksEP 8: Addressing Mental Health in Schools, Teach Plus ARIn this episode we discuss an article written by the folks at Teach Plus' Arkansas chapter. Students are coming to us with more and more mental health needs. During this episode we discuss the findings from Teach Plus and how that information impacts us in the public school setting.
Teach Plus - Arkansas Chapter, Executive Director: Stacey James McAdoo
www.teachplus.org/ar
"Strategically Addressing Student Mental Health in Our Schools"
https://teachplus.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Teach-Plus-AR_Addressing-Student-Mental-Health.pdf
Written by: Perla Andrade, Chase Fresneda, Kendria...
2022-11-0722 min
A Mile In My Shoes: The Walk & Talk PodcastS3, Ep 2: A Quick Mindful WalkGet in tune with yourself and your surroundings in this special episode where we take a 5-minute or so mindful walk with our host Stacey McAdoo.
For More Info: This show is hosted by the forever 2019 Arkansas Teacher of the Year, Stacey McAdoo. Please direct all questions and/or scheduling inquiries to www.stillstacey.com. You may also email 2019atoy@gmail.com or message @2019atoy on Twitter, Facebook or Instagram.
2022-09-2007 min
A Mile In My Shoes: The Walk & Talk PodcastS3: Walk & Talk With Teach Plus Arkansas Senior FellowsSpecial Guests: Perla Andrade, Juanita Harris, Kendria Jones, Brandie Loomis, Cara Maxwell
Come walk a mile with the 2022-2023 Teach Plus Arkansas Senior Fellows and listen to their poetic and thoughtful responses that explain their experience as an inaugural Teach Plus Arkansas Policy Fellow and what they are most looking forward to this year. The Fellows also share personal and professional growth they attribute to the skills they gained or honed during the fellowship and offer advice to classroom practitioners interested in joining the Policy Fellowship. To learn more about Teach Plus Arkansas, visit www.teachplus.org...
2022-07-2218 min
A Mile In My Shoes: The Walk & Talk PodcastS2, Ep15: Walk & Talk with Kendria JonesBio of Guest: Kendria Jones is a native of Pine Bluff, Arkansas. She teaches 7th grade ELA at Jack Robey Middle school. She has 2 handsome sons, Tay and KJ, 16, and recently became a Gammie to Kace. Her love of kids and talking led her to the education world and she doesn't regret it not one bit. Ms. Jones believes that teaching is an art, and those who do not love teaching should reconsider why they are in the classroom. Kendria is a Teach Plus Arkansas Policy Fellow and the author of “Motivated and Encouraged,” which is a 31-day interactive/self...
2022-05-0122 min
A Mile In My Shoes: The Walk & Talk PodcastS2, Ep14: Walk & Talk With Susanna PostGuest Bio:
Susanna is the 2021 Arkansas Teacher of the Year. Before becoming the Arkansas Teacher of the Year, Susanna Post taught math and business courses in grades 7 through 12 at Belle Point, the alternative high school in Fort Smith. As a nontraditional educator, Susanna attributes much of her classroom success to her 12 years of business experience and thinks this led her to favor project based learning. She believes that relationships foster student success and strives to connect students with content in a meaningful way to help them realize their potential. This passion led her to create her current...
2022-04-2320 min
A Mile In My Shoes: The Walk & Talk PodcastS2, Ep13: Walk & Talk With Nicholas WilliamsGuest Bio:
Nicolas D. Williams is an 8th grade English Teacher at J. A. Fair K-8 Preparatory School in the Little Rock School District. He states that his personal philosophy is serving others, providing for his family, and making the most of his opportunities. His professional philosophy, he insists, "is teaching children of yesterday, today, and tomorrow. This involves expanding my expertise as a professional educator and contributing to society by learning new skills that will ensure academic achievement and growth among students."
Mr. Williams is a Career Professional Educator (as designated by the Arkansas...
2022-04-1617 min
A Mile In My Shoes: The Walk & Talk PodcastS2, Ep12: Walk & Talk With Jessica SaumGuest Bio:
Jessica Saum is a native of Columbia, South Carolina but calls Sherwood, Arkansas home. Currently, she is a self-contained special education teacher at Stagecoach Elementary School in Cabot, Arkansas teaching students in kindergarten through fourth grade. Jessica is an ASTA and AAEF Advocacy Fellow, and the 2022 Arkansas Teacher of the Year. Jessica is a proud military spouse and is passionate about advocating for the unique needs of military families. Follow her on Twitter at @JessicaSaum, jessicasaum on Instagram or Jessica Wheeler Saum on Facebook. You can also check out the following article to learn more...
2022-04-0913 min
A Mile In My Shoes: The Walk & Talk PodcastS2, Ep11: Walk & Talk With Hillary McCreeGuest Bio:
Hillary McCree, affectionally referred to as "Hill" by those who know and love her, was born and raised in Little Rock. She is a Little Rock Central High School graduate and holds a BS in Health Science and a MEd in Adult Education. Prior to entering the teaching profession ten years ago through a non-traditional route, she was a Respiratory Therapist. Hillary is married and has two 2 sons.
For More Information:
To learn more about the host, this show or for scheduling inquiries, contact Stacey McAdoo at www.stillstacey.com or...
2022-04-0326 min
A Mile In My Shoes: The Walk & Talk PodcastS3, Ep10: Walk & Talk With Kayla AndrewsBrief Guest Bio:
Kayla Andrews is self described as "a teacher who has done it all (almost)." She states, "I'm just a Millennial Filipina trying to make a difference." To learn more about her, search for @kandrews91 o TikTok.
For More Information about this show or the host, contact Stacey McAdoo at www.stillstacey.com, via email at 2019atoy@gmail.com or on social media as @2019atoy (Facebook, Instragram or Twitter).
2022-03-2619 min
A Mile In My Shoes: The Walk & Talk PodcastS2, Ep9: Walk & Talk With Nicole SmithGuest Bio:
Nicole Smith is a National Board Certified English Teacher for grades 9-12. She holds two master's degrees--one in English and one in education with a specialization in English. She believes that all children are gifted and talented and that every child has the ability to learn although that learning may look different for each child. Nicole also believes that educators have a responsibility to teach all children no matter their background and that a child's background does not determine their lot in life.
For more information about this podcast or the host, contact...
2022-03-1924 min
A Mile In My Shoes: The Walk & Talk PodcastS2, Ep8: Walk & Talk W/Holly HowardAbout this episode:
Walk a mile in northwest Arkansas with legacy educator Holly Howard. During this walk, Holly shares how and why teachers are the heart of the community. She also talks about the important (and urgent) need to develop strategies and a national teacher campaign to recruit and retain the best and the brightest educators.
Guest Bio:
Holly Howard is a 16-year veteran, high-school English teacher. This native Arkansan has taught in 3 different district and is National Board certified and renewed. She has participated in several fellowships, some of which include: George W...
2022-03-1218 min
A Mile In My Shoes: The Walk & Talk PodcastS2, Ep7: Walk & Talk With Chrystal BurkesAbout This Episode: Take a walk through Bryant, Arkansas with Parkway Elementary's Library Media Specialist, Chrystal Burkes. In this episode we learn about some of the biggest misconceptions about libraries and how to make them an innovative, fun hub of learning for everyone.
Guest Bio:
Chrystal Burkes started her journey to be an educator at the University of Central Arkansas in 2006. After graduating, Chrystal began teaching third and fourth grade while she completed her Master’s Degree in Educational Theory and Practice through Arkansas State University. She adopted cutting-edge teaching practices such as a flipped cla...
2022-03-0520 min
A Mile In My Shoes: The Walk & Talk PodcastS2, Ep6: Walk & Talk With Cade ValleeAbout This Episode:
Walk with us through West Memphis, Arkansas and listen in as Cade shares ways to implement low-risk strategies to connect with students and shares why it's essential to listen to and learn from our students.
Guest Bio:
Cade is an Art Teacher at East Junior High in West Memphis, AR. Cade has been teaching for 2.5 years and is an Arkansas Teacher Corps fellow. "In my free time," Cade says, "I like to spend time on my own art practice, walk, go to the gym, and spend time with my girlfriend...
2022-02-2620 min
A Mile In My Shoes: The Walk & Talk PodcastS2, Ep5: Walk & Talk w/Patrick BruceIn today's episode, we walk with a North Little Rock School District educator and discuss the impact of CTE, how to keep our profession relevant and specific ways to avoid having "unemployable graduates."
Guest Bio:
Patrick Bruce currently serves as Academy Coach and Perkins Coordinator for the NLRSD. Prior to his current positions, he was a Manufacturing teacher at NLRHS and NLR Academy (ALE). Before working in NLRSD, Mr. Bruce was an adjunct instructor and curriculum coordinator for Entrepreneurship programs at the University of the West Indies. He also worked in the construction industry before...
2022-02-1922 min
A Mile In My Shoes: The Walk & Talk PodcastS2, Ep4: Walk & Talk with Ar'Jillian GilmerTake a walk with us through Mayflower, Arkansas, with 4th-8th grade ELA and Social Studies certified educator, Ar'Jillian Gilmer, as she discusses how witnessing so many kids in need of "extra, intensive, out of the box, I'll do whatever it takes kind of help," lead her to start her own business (Gilmer's Learning Solutions). During the walk and talk, Ms. Gilmer shares resources, discusses how cultures impact learning, and offers innovative suggestions on how to restructure the academic day to have a more positive impact on student success and teacher retention.
Mrs. Ar'Jillian Gilmer is from Camden, AR, and...
2022-02-1217 min
A Mile In My Shoes: The Walk & Talk PodcastS2, Ep3: Walk & Talk w/Grover WelchJoin us for a few laps in Newport, Arkansas and listen as Grover discusses how/why he entered the teaching profession at the age of 40 and the importance of community, diversity and expanding your horizons.
Prior to becoming a teacher, Mr. Welch had careers in the military, furniture sales, truck driving, towing, and several other fields. At his core he has always been a writer and love reading and poetry. He states that he is a long way from Kentucky, where I grew up the oldest of three. Grover shared that he struggled after my father left and my mother b...
2022-02-0520 min
A Mile In My Shoes: The Walk & Talk PodcastS2, Ep2: Walk & Talk w/Rosie Valdez BlockIn this episode award winning Debate Coach and Little Rock Central High School educator, Rosie Valdez Block, talks about what it was like growing up in a family of educators, why she values the process more than the outcome, offers advice on how teachers can "tap in" to join the conversations, and shares why it's necessary to sometimes "buckle up and buck up to advocate for what you know is right".
Rosie Valdez Block is a lifelong Little Rocker. She has been a public school educator for 11 years, and is currently the Director of Debate at Little Ro...
2022-01-2920 min
A Mile In My Shoes: The Walk & Talk PodcastS2, EP1: Walk & Talk w/Iesha GreenIn this episode Iesha Green, a 5th grade classroom practitioner & Teach Plus Arkansas Policy Fellow, talks about the importance of dismantling systems in order to create change.
Iesha Green is an Arkansas native. She has been in education for 10 years, 5 years in ECE & 5 years in 5th grade. She studied undergrad at the U of A where she triple majored in Psychology, Sociology, and African and African American Studies. She also holds a MAT from UCA & an M.Ed in Educational Equity. She is passionate about all things related to education and is currently working on a kid’s bo...
2022-01-2216 min
A Mile In My Shoes: The Walk & Talk PodcastWalk & Talk With Veteran Educator Rosie ReidGuest Bio: Rosie Reid has been teaching English and English Language Development for 19 years. She was named 2019 California Teacher of the Year and received a 2020 Teaching Tolerance Excellence in Teaching award for her work promoting equity in and outside the classroom. Whether she is teaching ELD, grade level English, or IB English, social justice is at the heart of her lessons. Her experience as a mom of a multiracial family with a range of sexualities and academic abilities and affinities has heightened her awareness of issues of equity and justice.
About This Episode: Walk with California's 2019 Teacher...
2020-11-1916 min
A Mile In My Shoes: The Walk & Talk PodcastWalk & Talk With Veteran Educator Rosetter E. DirdenGuest Bio: Rosetter E. Dirden began her wonderful journey in the field of education seventeen years ago, after an eighteen years career in the Mortgage Banking industry. She began as a middle school teacher, but has been teaching on the high school level for thirteen years. In addition to teaching high school, Ms. Dirden is also a college professor at two prestigious universities in the city of Little Rock, AR. She has taught on the college level for eleven years. Ms. Dirden is very active on her school campus. She is a certified and credentialed Spirit Team Coach/Sponsor; R...
2020-11-1721 min
A Mile In My Shoes: The Walk & Talk PodcastWalk & Talk With Veteran Educator Claudine Sanders JamesGuest Bio: Claudine Sanders James, NBCT, is in her 12th year of teaching 8th grade English at Malvern Middle School in Central Arkansas. James achieved Board Certification in Early Adolescence English Language Arts. She has awarded the 2020 James H. Atkinson Award for Excellence in the Teaching of Arkansas History. James has also received the 2018 Penguin Random House Teacher Award for Literacy, and the 2019 Sanford Teacher, Henry Ford Innovation Nation Innovative Teacher and WeTeacher awards. She also has an ESL endorsement and is a board member of the Arkansas Humanities Council. James was the 2019 HSC Community Service awardee and now...
2020-11-1419 min
A Mile In My Shoes: The Walk & Talk PodcastWalk & Talk With Veteran Educator Kelly D. HolstineAbout the Guest: Kelly D. Holstine is the 2018/2019 MN State Teacher of the Year (the first out LGBTQ+ teacher and the second alternative educator in MN to be given that honor.) In addition to being an educator, speaker, writer/author, and advocate, Holstine is also an Adjunct Education Professor at Augsburg University and an Educational Equity Consultant. Holstine has nearly 30 years of experience working with youth and in 2012 she helped to design and open Tokata Learning Center (an alternative high school). She has worked and volunteered in the fields of education, media, team building, social services, animal rescue, and theatre...
2020-11-1220 min
A Mile In My Shoes: The Walk & Talk PodcastWalk & Talk With Veteran Educator Roy VaughnGuest Bio: I am entering my seventeenth year as an educator, military veteran, and man of God. As a career educator I have realized the best way to impact and change the world is by ensuring that the populous is educated. Growing up it wasn’t hard to find mentors and black males to look up to. I was asked who my first black male teacher was once and I can say I was blessed having grew up in Detroit until middle school. I always had black male teachers to look up to. My fourth grade teachers name was Ra...
2020-11-1019 min
A Mile In My Shoes: The Walk & Talk PodcastWalk & Talk With Veteran Educator Jeff HagerstrandGuest Bio: Oldest of two, rural then suburban new agey upbringing; took 7 1/2 years to get BA in English Lit; taught at my alma mater for 12 years in a project based 9-12 arts program; six years as drama teacher at high performing school for affluent kids; now the in third year as indecent study high school teacher. Raising six kids, some adopted, in a mixed race family with catoy 2019 Rosie Reid. #covidsux
About This Episode: Take a walk through the streets of California with a high school Independent Study educator who's been teaching for more t...
2020-11-0728 min
A Mile In My Shoes: The Walk & Talk PodcastWalk & Talk With Veteran Educator Sydney JensenGuest Bio: Sydney is a ninth-grade English teacher at Lincoln High School in Lincoln, Nebraska, and is also the 2019 Nebraska Teacher of the Year. Her TED talk, "How can we support the emotional well-being of teachers?" was released in November 2019 and has garnered more than two million views. Sydney continues to serve the education community in her classroom and as an advocate for teacher wellness.
About This Episode: Today we walk with Sydney Jenson who is an advocate for teacher wellness, a 9th grade English teacher and the 2019 Nebraska Teacher of the Year. Find out how summer c...
2020-11-0524 min
A Mile In My Shoes: The Walk & Talk PodcastWalk & Talk With Veteran Educator Tami "TJ" HendrixGuest Bio: I am an educator. I've taught high school, adult ed, and higher ed, but my heart belongs to middle school because those years are indeed the toughest in a child's educational development. I am a mother of two biological children and one bonus son and my husband is in the Army.
About This Episode: Listen to this educator, who comes from a line of educators and life long learners, as she discusses the need for systemic change in the educational system, 21st Century learners, and practical tips for current day classroom teachers.
For...
2020-11-0327 min
A Mile In My Shoes: The Walk & Talk PodcastWalk & Talk With Veteran Educator Joel LookadooGuest Bio: Joel Lookadoo is the 2020 Arkansas Teacher of the Year. He received his Bachelor’s Degree in Secondary Math Education from the University of Central Arkansas and his Master’s Degree in Educational Leadership from Arkansas State University. He received his National Board Certification in High School Mathematics. Joel is ESL certified and has taught 7 years in Springdale, Arkansas.
About This Episode: Walk with the 2020 Arkansas Teacher of the Year, Joel Lookadoo, and discover what he considers the most rewarding aspect of teaching and how PLCs helped him gain his stride in education.
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2020-10-3120 min
A Mile In My Shoes: The Walk & Talk PodcastWalk & Talk With Veteran Educator Lisa HuffGuest Bio: After graduating from Lyon College with a B.A. in English, Mrs. Huff began a lifelong career in education as a high school English teacher, continuing to teach 10-12 English and AP English for fifteen years. After earning an M.S. in Curriculum and Instructional Technology, Mrs. Huff moved from instructing students to supporting educators as an Instructional Facilitator. Mrs. Huff continued her education, earning an Ed. S. in Educational Administration and moved to an administrative position, serving as Secondary Curriculum Coordinator for Batesville School District. In 2017, she and her husband, Steve, relocated from Batesville to Central Arka...
2020-10-2919 min
A Mile In My Shoes: The Walk & Talk PodcastWalk & Talk With Veteran Educator Shay LoringGuest Bio: I’ve been in education 20 years. I started as a middle school English teacher and currently serve as a principal at Taylor Elementary in Jacksonville AR.
About This Episode: Walk with an elementary principal who has held virtually every position available within the educational system (including a secretary, custodian and security officer). Find out how why she ran from her calling, what she loves the most about education, and what she believes makes a great teacher.
For More Information: visit www.stillstacey.com for questions about this podcast, the host or scheduling inquiries. To...
2020-10-2722 min
A Mile In My Shoes: The Walk & Talk PodcastWalk & Talk With Veteran Educator Sheena GrahamGuest Bio: Sheena Graham, began teaching in 1983. She offered workshops on music literacy and connecting parents and teachers, while writing original musicals and creating teaching tools for colleagues. Her recording and writing experience is extensive. Sheena’s original works have been performed locally, at the Kennedy Center in Washington, D.C. and twice at the White House. Her passion for reengaging disengaged students has led to her receiving the Beard Excellence in Teaching Award, among many others. She is Connecticut’s 2019 Teacher of the Year. Her advise to others is, “Do not let your image be designed by your inactiv...
2020-10-2423 min
A Mile In My Shoes: The Walk & Talk PodcastWalk & Talk With Veteran Educator Mindy WilliamsGuest Bio: Just finished my 28th year, taught in 3 districts beginning in south At @McNeil high. BA In English, Masters In Ed with an emphasis on Reading, National Board Certified, taught 8th grade English pretty much my entire career, also taught Freshman, sophomores, and juniors at Upward Bound at SAU and AR Baptist
About This Episode: Walk with an educator in her 29th year of service. Learn about why she’s stayed in the classroom so long, National Board Certification and Upward Bound.
For More Information: visit www.stillstacey.com for questions about the podcast, th...
2020-10-2219 min
A Mile In My Shoes: The Walk & Talk PodcastWalk & Talk With Veteran Educator Shaily MosbyGuest Bio: I was born in London. Spent 4 years in India before moving to the states. Raised in Little Rock, went to Rhodes College for my undergraduate degree in History and Religion. Received my Masters in Counseling from UALR. I taught at Hall High School for 7 years before moving to TX where I’ve been a counselor for 16 years.
About This Episode: Walk with an educator with 23 years under her belt. Listen to this London born, Little Rock School District educated, Texas counselor discuss parental involvement, Zin rooms, and balancing work and home.
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2020-10-2021 min
A Mile In My Shoes: The Walk & Talk PodcastWalk & Talk With Veteran Educator Kellie MayGuest Bio: Kellie May is the 2019 Utah Teacher of the Year. Though a life-long learner and veteran educator of more than two decades, she knows that there is always more to learn and recognizes that her students have been her greatest teachers. She is so grateful for their influence on making her into a better teacher as well as a better human.
Kellie is currently in a district position that provides support for preservice and early career educators. She is dedicated to spreading her passion for public education and wants others to know that though aspects of...
2020-10-1720 min
A Mile In My Shoes: The Walk & Talk PodcastWalk& Talk With Veteran Educator Tracy MasonGuest Bio: Guest Bio: I grew up in Bald Knob, AR, and I'm starting my 36th year in education. I've been a classroom teacher the entire time, but I've also coached volleyball, basketball, and track. I have a Bachelor's and a Master's degree from the University of Central Arkansas, and I've been with the Little Rock School District for the past 22 years. For the past 15 years, I've been an AVID Coordinator at both Mabelvale Middle and Hall High School. At this point in my career, I'm blessed to still love what I do, and I'm looking forward to what...
2020-10-1529 min
A Mile In My Shoes: The Walk & Talk PodcastWalk & Talk With Veteran Educator Phillicia BellGuest Bio: Philicia Bell is a 10-year educator who started at Mills University Studies High School in the Pulaski County Special School District teaching Oral Communication to ninth through twelfth grade students of all abilities. She transitioned to Parkview Arts/Science Magnet High in the Little Rock School District, where she is now a second year administrator. Her Bachelor of Arts in Speech Communication as obtained from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock and she also holds a Masters of Science in Educational Leadership from Arkansas State University. She spends her time with husband, Joseph Bell, and their 5...
2020-10-1322 min
A Mile In My Shoes: The Walk & Talk PodcastWalk & Talk With Veteran Educator Jennifer WahlGuest Bio: Jennifer R. Wahl has taught at Loyalsock Township High School since 2006 and the Pennsylvania College of Technology since 2015. She holds a bachelor’s degree from Cabrini University in history and a master’s degree in Educational Leadership from the Pennsylvania State University. At the high school and college level, Jennifer teaches history, psychology and sociology.
Jennifer has several professional affiliations, including The Japan Society, the National Consortium for Teaching about Asia, the International School for Jain Studies, College Board, the National and State Teacher of the Year Pennsylvania Chapter, and the Pennsylvania State Education Association.
2020-10-1024 min
A Mile In My Shoes: The Walk & Talk PodcastWalk & Talk With Educator Wendell Scales, Jr.Guest Bio: Wendell Scales Jr. is an educator, son, brother, friend, and community leader in central Arkansas. Since 2010, he has focused on initiatives in education, mentorship, equity, access, and college matriculation. He is a five-year member and current Vice President of the 100 Black Men of Greater Little Rock. He is a community organizer who understands the transformative impact an equitable education can play among our scholars, families and community stakeholders. As a member of Leadership Greater Little Rock Class XXXV, he continues to foster invaluable relationships to improve economic, organizational, and community outcomes in Arkansas.
2020-10-0822 min
A Mile In My Shoes: The Walk & Talk PodcastWalk & Talk With Veteran Educator Crystal Green-BraswellGuest Bio: Crystal Green-Braswell, a twenty- one year veteran educator, currently serves as a middle school assistant principal in the Little School District. Crystal earned a Specialist Degree in Education Leadership from Arkansas State University, a Master's Degree from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock and Bachelor's Degree from the University of Central Arkansas. During her 21 years in education, she has held a variety roles in elementary and middle schools throughout the state of Arkansas. She has been a Special Education and an English Language Arts educator, a Gifted & Talented Coordinator, a Literacy Facilitator and as already mentioned is n...
2020-10-0626 min
A Mile In My Shoes: The Walk & Talk PodcastWalk & Talk With Veteran Educator Dr. Kareem NealGuest Bio: Kareem has taught self-contained special education for 22 years. He has a master’s degree in special education from New Jersey City University. Kareem’s passion is social justice issues. He is a member of his district’s political engagement team, Black Alliance, and council of representatives for the union. He is the director of his school’s UNItown diversity club. He has been a restorative justice trainer for the district for the past 3 years. He was awarded an honorary doctorate from Northern Arizona University for his work in education and he is the 2019 Arizona Teacher of the Year.
2020-10-0323 min
A Mile In My Shoes: The Walk & Talk PodcastWalk & Talk With Educator Chelsey SmithGuest Bio: My name is Chelsey Smith. I currently teach English 10 and Pre-AP English 10 at Nettleton High School. In December of 2017, I received my BSE in English from Arkansas State University, and just one month later I began teaching at Nettleton High School. I am currently attending the University of Tennessee in Knoxville for my Master of Science in Information Sciences degree. My goal is to help every student reach their full academic potential while introducing students to a wide variety of diverse literature and voices.
About This Episode: Walk in Jonesboro with a graduate student who’s...
2020-10-0120 min
A Mile In My Shoes: The Walk & Talk PodcastWalk & Talk With Veteran Educator Dr. Carla F. CarterGuest Bio: Dr. Carla F. Carter is a Visual, Literary and Performance Arts educator with over 30 years of teaching Middle, High school and college level students. She is a performance poet and writer originally from Chicago, by way of New York and now residing in Little Rock, Arkansas. She is the author of two collections of poetry, Body Language which won her a Lambda Literary Award Nomination for best poetry and Body Target (released in 2017). She has been a curator, producer and director of theater, particularly women's plays since early 2000's having garnered the Trailblazer Award for Women's theater...
2020-09-2923 min
A Mile In My Shoes: The Walk & Talk PodcastWalk & Talk With Veteran Educator Justin MinkelGuest Bio: I have taught in high-poverty public schools (predominantly Latinx and Marshallese students, grades 2-4) for the past 20 years. In 2009, I started a home library project to put books into the hands and homes of children with few books at home, which grew to impact over 7,000 students. I write a monthly column on teaching practice for EdWeek, had a chapter book published in 2013, and just finished the manuscript of a fantasy novel for readers in the middle grades.
About This Episode: Join us for a walk in Northwest Arkansas with the 2007 Arkansas Teacher o...
2020-09-2616 min
A Mile In My Shoes: The Walk & Talk PodcastWalk & Talk With Veteran Educator Chanda LewisGuest Bio: Chanda Lewis is a native of Little Rock, AR, with over 20 years in education in various roles from teaching to administration. Chanda received her Bachelors in Elementary Education from the University of Central Arkansas and her Masters in Educational Leadership from the University of Little Rock.
Chanda worked five years in the Little Rock School District where she served in the following roles: Pre-K/2nd Grade Teacher, Family Literacy Service Coordinator, and Consultant Teacher. She served 10 years in the Pulaski County Special School District where she served as an Asst. Principal and Federal Programs Coordinator...
2020-09-2417 min
A Mile In My Shoes: The Walk & Talk PodcastWalk & Talk With Veteran Educator Deborah HansberryGuest Bio: I am in my 17th year as a teacher. I spent 13 years teaching math at McClellan High School. I am entering my 4th year teaching math at Central High.
About This Episode: Walk a country mile with a high school teacher who shed her lion's mane to earn her tiger stripes and became one of Little Rock Central High School's G.O.A.T. math teachers! Find out when and how math found Deborah, how she became addicted to watching kids defeat math, and why "The Show Goes On.'
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2020-09-2219 min
A Mile In My Shoes: The Walk & Talk PodcastWalk & Talk With Jennifer CeasarGuest Bio: Proud mom of 2 daughters (19 & 15), Masters of Art in Teaching with an emphasis on Family & Consumer Science, and love teaching, Jesus, family & crocheting! Starting my life long dream of teaching in my early 40's has really allowed me to appreciate the privilege of working with students, and genuinely love what I do.
Episode Summary: Travel with us today to a little town in Northwest Arkansas called Prairie Grove. Walk down a new trail with Jennifer Ceasar and learn about the life skills this Family & Consumer Science educators teaches her students. This “dedicated, empathic and...
2020-09-1916 min
A Mile In My Shoes: The Walk & Talk PodcastWalk & Talk With Veteran Educator Dylan HuiskenGuest Bio: Dylan teaches 6-8 social studies in Bonner, Montana next to the Blackfoot River of "A River Runs Through It" fame. He is the 2019 Montana Teacher of the Year and has a passion for teaching place-based lessons that encourage students to be local stewards of their community, knowledgable navigators of nature, and authentic humans. And of course, he loves teaching history and the skills that come with analyzing the past thoughtfully and accurately. Dylan has taught for 12 years, with two of those years as a teaching assistant at the University of Montana in Missoula while he earned his...
2020-09-1720 min
A Mile In My Shoes: The Walk & Talk PodcastWalk & Talk With Veteran Educator Zora MadisonGuest Bio: I have been teaching Kindergarten for 22 years. I received my B.A in Elementary education with an emphasis in Early Childhood from University of Arkansas at Little Rock. I have a Master's degree in Elementary Education from Pensacola Christian College in Pensacola, Florida. I got into education to change the world.
About This Episode: Walk with a 22 year veteran kindergarten teacher from the Little Rock School District. Find out how coronavirus has impacted instructional practice, projections for the future and how to plan for the unknown. Failure, effort and expectations are also discussed.
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2020-09-1423 min
A Mile In My Shoes: The Walk & Talk PodcastWalk & Talk With Veteran Educator Lacey Jean-PierreGuest Bio: After having graduated college in the midst of the Great Recession, I went to work in corporate America. Desperately searching to find purpose while working in cubicles that sucked the life out of me, I decided to go to grad school for secondary education. The rest is history! I have now been teaching for eight years, with my time split between Arkansas and Georgia. I began my teaching career at Little Rock Central High School where I taught for four years before moving to Atlanta, Georgia. I currently teach in the Atlanta Metro area at Gwinnett County Pub...
2020-09-1220 min
A Mile In My Shoes: The Walk & Talk PodcastWalk & Talk With Veteran Educator Nanette PatinoGuest Bio: I am a 26 yr elementary teacher. I taught most of my career as an NYC public school teacher. My area of expertise is in lower elementary /PreK-5. I have had the privilege of being a Bilingual and ESL teacher and will embark on my journey as a Spanish teacher this fall. I have participated in several leadership roles over the years as part of the School Leadership Committee, presenter at Columbia University Teachers College/Citywide PD in NYC, and ESL presentations in LRSD. I have been an LRSD Novice Teacher Mentor, LREA teacher representative, and currently an...
2020-09-1019 min
A Mile In My Shoes: The Walk & Talk PodcastWalk & Talk With Veteran Educator Shelly ParksGuest Bio: Shelly Parks is a high school English teacher in St. Charles, MO at Francis Howell North High School. Her influence goes beyond her own classroom and even her own school, where she has spent years public speaking and offering training and professional development to staff and other educational leaders. Shelly considers her greatest teaching accomplishment when students decide to join her in the education profession. Shelly is a recruiter of future teachers, an advocate for equitable learning opportunities for all students, a lover of cooperative learning, and a proponent of teachers creating greater work-life balance. She is...
2020-09-0822 min
A Mile In My Shoes: The Walk & Talk PodcastWalk & Talk With Veteran Educator Juanita I. HarrisGuest Bio: Juanita Inez Harris is a 32-year-old native of Texarkana, Arkansas. She has a decade of experience in the field of education. She is the daughter of Willie and Virginia Harris of Texarkana, Arkansas, In 2006, Juanita graduated from Arkansas Senior High School. In active pursuit of furthering her education, Juanita graduated from Southern Arkansas University with a Bachelors of Science degree in Early Childhood Education, followed by a Master's degree in Curriculum and Instruction. She began her professional educational career as a second grade teacher in Strong, Arkansas. Over the course of her career, she has written grants...
2020-09-0521 min
A Mile In My Shoes: The Walk & Talk PodcastWalk & Talk With Veteran Educator Amanda AhartGuest Bio I am entering my 12th year of teaching and a product of a family full of educators. In my lifetime, I have been a part of 7 Arkansas school districts, either as a student or an educator. I received my bachelor's degree from the University of Arkansas and my master's degree from University of Central Arkansas. My husband is a brilliant mechanic, my 14-year-old step daughter has one of the biggest hearts, and my 5 year old, strong willed daughter is going to give me a run for my money as she starts her public school education this fall...
2020-09-0320 min
A Mile In My Shoes: The Walk & Talk PodcastWalk & Talk With Veteran Educator Scott McCollumGuest Bio: I’m in my second career after spending 25 years in retail. Currently a Math teacher at Gentry Middle School for 5 years. Married for 29 years and have two wonderful children.
About This Episode: Walk through the Ozark Mountains with an engaging and encouraging second career, math certified educator (Scott McCollum) in Gentry, Arkansas. Find out about his transition from the corporate world to the classroom and how opportunity, courage and learning from failure translates to success.
For More Information: visit www.stillstacey.com for questions about the host, podcast or scheduling inquiries. To learn mor...
2020-09-0122 min
A Mile In My Shoes: The Walk & Talk PodcastWalk & Talk With Veteran Educator Zestlan SimmonsGuest Bio:
Inspired to become an educator by her own teachers, Zestlan Simmons, a National Board Certified teacher, was once told by a family friend to “reconsider her options” when she shared her dream. However, for her, the joy of seeing students engaged in mastering writing skills has been the catalyst for pursuing her dream. This love of empowering students with the awareness of their capabilities led her to return to Booker T. Washington (BTW) Magnet where she once benefited from an arts education through the Carver Creative and Performing Arts Program (CCPAC), which is now BTW. In her role as an...
2020-08-2824 min
A Mile In My Shoes: The Walk & Talk PodcastWalk & Talk With Veteran Educator Sabrena ThackerGuest Bio:
I have been married for 17 years to a wonderful man and have the honor of raising two incredibly, funny children. I will be starting my 18 1/2 year of teaching this August. I have been teaching the last 15 years at Mayflower School District where I currently teach Psychology/Sociology and Senior Finance and Life Skills.
About This Episode:
“You have a gift, don’t waste it,” were the instructions that set this Mayflower, Arkansas educator on her journey to fulfill her life’s purpose. Walk with Sabrena Thacker and discover how investing in the righ...
2020-08-2722 min
A Mile In My Shoes: The Walk & Talk PodcastWalk & Talk With Veteran Educator Amanda LadishGuest Bio:
I'm Amanda. I am a 7th generation Arkansan. I grew up in southern Florida until returning to Fayetteville at age 12. Reading, writing, and roller skating are how I stay sane. I have taught a variety of age groups, and right now I am serving as a junior high ESL teacher. I have four awesome daughters ranging in age from 12-25. My husband and I have been married since 2007 and he is an incredible stone mason. We love doing house projects, taking our dog on long walks around the steep hills, reading the Sunday paper, and wa...
2020-08-2521 min
A Mile In My Shoes: The Walk & Talk PodcastWalk & Talk With Educator Jeffery Ladd IIGuest Bio: I am Jeffery Ladd II and I live in Texarkana Arkansas. I was a Navy brat so moving around is quite natural for me. I am 25 years of age but deep inside I am eternally 12. I think of myself as a highly creative and very vibrant youthful teacher. Being a black male in teaching, I feel quite special because I know that I represent a rare demographic in this service of work. And with that great responsibility I understand that I must be intentional about what I say and conscious of what I do. I am a...
2020-08-2217 min
A Mile In My Shoes: The Walk & Talk PodcastWalk & Talk With Veteran Educator Keith NoyesGuest Bio: Keith has taught in NH for the past 21 years. As a lover of all subjects, he guided fourth graders for 13 years, but spent the past seven years teaching middle schoolers to have fun while learning math. Sounds impossible right? He is moving onto new adventures for the 2020/2021 school year, teaching 6th graders to appreciate getting lost in a novel and share his love of writing with students, hoping to build voice and confidence. Noyes was honored as the 2019 NH Teacher of the Year, and spent time traveling the country along with his cohort to reflect, grow and p...
2020-08-2018 min
A Mile In My Shoes: The Walk & Talk PodcastWalk & Talk With Veteran Educator Tamara MarkeyGuest Bio:
Tamara Markey is an innovative, passionate, and dynamic educator. She draws from and applies to her work in education, nearly a decade of professional experience as an Engineer with Amoco Oil and BP Pipelines. Mrs. Markey is a Woodrow Wilson STEM Teaching Fellow and a certified Project Lead the Way (PLTW) Instructor. She has taught Pre-engineering at McKenzie Center for Innovation and Technology and served as a STEM/PLTW District Coach in the Lawrence Township Metropolitan School District. Tamara is presently working with the Purdue Minority Engineering Program, championing the elementary level math initiative, Algebra...
2020-08-1822 min
A Mile In My Shoes: The Walk & Talk PodcastWalk & Talk With Veteran Educator Corey OliverGuest Bio:
Hometown: Little Rock, Arkansas Bachelor of Arts Degree, University of Central Arkansas, 1996 Master of Science in Education Degree, University of Central Arkansas, 2000
Employment: Bob and Betty Courtway Middle School, Conway, 1997-Present
Subjects Taught: 7th and 8th grade English, 7th and 8th grade Spanish
Teacher of the Year: 2000 and 2015
National Board for Professional Teaching Standards Certification: 2007
Milken Educator Award: 2007
National Board for Professional Teaching Standards Recertification: 2015
About This Episode: Come discover or rediscover "The Greatest Love Of All," as we walk today with a...
2020-08-1522 min
A Mile In My Shoes: The Walk & Talk PodcastWalk & Talk With Veteran Educator Chassidy CarawayGuest Bio: Wife,mother, and teacher :)
About This Episode: Walk a mile with a Marion, Arkansas elementary teacher of fifteen years (Chassidy Caraway) who never thought she would be a teacher but who became one to help her daughter. Learn about the year of yes, modifying and adjusting, and the importance of having a SOS/help system and cool down time.
For More Information: Visit www.stillstacey.com for more information about the host, podcast or for scheduling inquiries. To more information on today's guest, you may contact her directly on Facebook.
2020-08-1319 min
A Mile In My Shoes: The Walk & Talk PodcastWalk & Talk With Educator Dr. Marquese McFergusonGuest Bio: Dr. Marquese McFerguson is an assistant professor within Florida Atlanta University’s School of Communication and Multimedia Studies. Dr. McFerguson is a Little Rock, Arkansas native. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Studio Art from Ouachita Baptist University, a master’s degree in Interpersonal and Organizational Communication from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, and a Ph.D. in Communication Studies from the University of South Florida. His scholarship examines art-based research methods, hip hop culture, and contemporary Black popular culture. In particular, his research about Black popular culture explores the relationship between media scripting and ever...
2020-08-1123 min
A Mile In My Shoes: The Walk & Talk PodcastWalk & Talk With Veteran Educator Agnolia B. GayGuest Bio: Agnolia B. Gay has worked as a 23 year veteran educator with public schools in Little Rock, Arkansas; Pine Bluff, Arkansas; and Jacksonville, Florida. In the classroom Agnolia is responsible for: supervising and Instructing students utilizing technology, creating rigorous, diverse,fun,and engaging lesson plans, classroom management,keeping accurate records, maintaining positive communications and continuous connections with parents, as well as producing progress reports quarterly As a local individual artist, Agnolia, supports schools as a student and parent advocate. She collaborates with students and teachers; creates engaging workshops for both students and teachers, as well as showcases students. She su...
2020-08-0823 min
A Mile In My Shoes: The Walk & Talk PodcastWalk & Talk With Veteran Educator Sarahi MonterreyGuest Bio: As a child immigrant from El Salvador who grew up in public schools, Sarahi Monterrey recognizes the pivotal role teachers play in students’ lives. Sarahi was named Wisconsin's 2018-2019 High School Teacher of the year and is Wisconsin’s 2019 representative to the National Teacher of the Year Program being the first Latinx in the state of Wisconsin to have this honor.
About This Episode: Come walk a mile with the first Latinx in Wisconsin to be named a State Teacher of the Year as she discusses the pivotal role teachers play in stud...
2020-08-0620 min
A Mile In My Shoes: The Walk & Talk PodcastWalk & Talk With Veteran Educator Torrie AchanGuest Bio: My name is Torrie C. Achan. I grew up in Little Rock, Arkansas. I am a 1996 graduate of LR J.A. Fair High School. I obtained a BSE in Elementary Education from Henderson State University in Arkadelphia, Arkansas in 2000. While a student at Henderson, I became a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc in 1998. I obtained a MSE in Early Childhood Education from the University of Central Arkansas is 2002. Currently, I live in Conway, Arkansas with my sweet husband of 20 years, Joey Achan, a fellow educator. We have two children, Madison (16) and Josiah (11). We attend Rock...
2020-08-0420 min
A Mile In My Shoes: The Walk & Talk PodcastWalk & Talk With Veteran Educator Leron McAdooGuest Bio: Leron Charles McAdoo, aka Ron Mc The HipHoptimist, is a nationally recognized spoken word poet, sought out personality, exhibiting professional artist, motivational speaker, actor, author, and seasoned educator. In addition to being a lifelong community instructor in the Little Rock School District since 1994 and activist, he is a member of Phi Beta Sigma Inc. and the co-founder of Backyard Enterprises from 1992. He has participated in numerous programs and events that deal with the issue of race relations and urban needs, some of which include the Healing Racism Institute, Too Cool 4 School, and the Kuumba Summer Art Academy. As...
2020-08-0127 min
A Mile In My Shoes: The Walk & Talk PodcastWalk & Talk With Veteran Educator Anna SansoneGuest Bio: Ms. Sansone is a high school science teacher at Vicenza High School in Vicenza, Italy. Ms. Sansone has fourteen years’ teaching experience, ten of which have been for the Department of Defense Education Activity teaching math, science, and social studies at schools in Japan, Turkey, Germany, and now Italy. She previously taught in Chicago Public Schools. An undergraduate Environmental Science and Policy major at Clark University, Ms. Sansone has a Master of Arts from National Louis University in Secondary Science Teaching, and Master of Science in Instructional Design and Technology from Walden University. She a PhD candidate at...
2020-07-3019 min
A Mile In My Shoes: The Walk & Talk PodcastWalk & Talk With Veteran Educator Molly McKnight StormGuest Bio: First Grade Teacher at Don Roberts / 17 years in education / Former pre-k teacher at Terry Elementary and Roberts! / Graduate of UA-Little Rock / Arkansas native born and raised / Wife to Kevin / Doggie mom to Boston and Fenway! / Cancer Survivor
About this episode: Come walk with an Arkansas native whose sweet spot is 1st grade. Listen as this fierce and fun loving cancer survivor discusses teaching students about compassion, the power of words, and loving people who don’t look like them. Walk a mile with us and see if you can guess what Molly has...
2020-07-2816 min
A Mile In My Shoes: The Walk & Talk PodcastWalk & Talk With Veteran Educator Roxie BrowningGuest Bio: Roxie Hannah Browning is a native of Arkadelphia. She has been an educator since 2001 and currently serves as the proud Principal at Bale Elementary School in the Little Rock School District. Roxie currently serves as the Co-Executive Director of Miss Heritage and Miss Heritage's Outstanding Teen, Volunteer Coordinator for the Miss Arkansas and Miss Arkansas' Outstanding Teen stage competition, a member of UCA and Henderson's Black Alumni Association, Saint Mark Baptist Church and the Little Rock Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Roxie enjoys mentoring youth, volunteering in the community, bringing awareness to social justice...
2020-07-2526 min
A Mile In My Shoes: The Walk & Talk PodcastWalk & Talk With Veteran Educator Spencer KiperGuest Bio: Spencer Kiper is a regional and global STEM education and Ed Tech advocate who believes in empowering students through culturally-enriched and industry-based connections. His investment in the Whole Child Approach is bolstered by his background rooted in liberal arts, technology, and science education. As a STEM enrichment educator and educational technologist, Spencer’s efforts to build a pipeline for STEM and Career/Technical Education have resulted in a STEM Lab that enriched the lives of over one-hundred students each year. Spencer’s reach resonates deep within his community in Northwest Louisiana and extends far outside of his clas...
2020-07-2321 min
A Mile In My Shoes: The Walk & Talk PodcastWalk & Talk With Veteran Educator Janie WalburnGuest Bio: I have been teaching since 1997. I have taught in three school districts beginning in Helena/West Helena Public School District, then moving to Pulaski County Special School District to my current location with Conway Public Schools. I have taught grades 4 - 8. My current subject area of teaching is Reading and English Language Arts.
About This Episode: Walk with us as Janie (a 23-year educator who has a deep love of poetry, words, and 4th-8th grade students) talks about a season of growth, the power of poetry, and offers her predictions about...
2020-07-2124 min
A Mile In My Shoes: The Walk & Talk PodcastWalk & Talk With Veteran Educator Johnny Laine, Jr.Guest Bio: I am Johnny Laine, Jr. I am from Dayton, Ohio by way of Louisville, KY. I attended the University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff and graduated with a B.S. in Animal Science. I began teaching science after graduating from the university. After teaching and coaching basketball for years, I earned my Masters in Urban and Rural school leadership soon after I became the K-12 Academic Facilitator and Athletic Director at my current school.
About this episode: Curious about the correlation between Animal Science and Urban & Rural Leadership or how band, a senior project, and a summer job...
2020-07-1821 min
A Mile In My Shoes: The Walk & Talk PodcastWalk & Talk With Veteran Educator Joe HennesseyGuest Bio: Joe Hennessey is a high school English teacher in Guilford, Maine, and is the 2018 Piscataquis County Teacher of the Year, the 2019 Maine State Teacher of the Year, and the 2020 Maine Sanford Teacher Awardee. Additionally, he was selected by his students as the Faculty Speaker in 2015 and 2018 and received the Yearbook Dedication in 2016 and 2018. Prior to moving to Maine, in 2013-2014, he received the Yearbook Dedication and was named the Teacher of the Year at Collegiate Academy of Colorado. Mr. Hennessey is a Graduate with Distinction in Humanities from the University of Colorado at Boulder and was elected...
2020-07-1621 min
A Mile In My Shoes: The Walk & Talk PodcastWalk & Talk With Veteran Educator Dr. Charlie McAdoo, IIGuest Bio: Dr. Charlie E. McAdoo II has seventeen years of Career and Technical Education teaching experience. He has taught middle school, high school, and on the post-secondary level. Currently, he teaches Business Education in the City Schools of Decatur located minutes outside Atlanta, GA. He has served in various leadership capacities throughout his education career. He is a 2019 Georgia CTAE LEAD (Leadership, Exploration, and Advocacy, and Development) Fellow. Charlie completed his Bachelor of Arts at Clark Atlanta University; his Masters in Education from the University of West Georgia; and has a Doctorate of Education from Valdosta State University i...
2020-07-1423 min
A Mile In My Shoes: The Walk & Talk PodcastWalk & Talk With Veteran Educator Erica BoomsmaGuest Bio: Erica Boomsma is the 2019 South Dakota Teacher of the Year and teaches 4th grade in the Huron School District. Passionate and driven to teach from a young age, she was inspired by excellent teachers. For 18 years, she has had the honor of empowering all students to become life long learners and to strive for their dreams. With bachelors and masters degrees in education, Boomsma’s greatest joy and accomplishment is found in her students’ enthusiasm to learn and their success as they achieve things they never thought they could all while learning as a family. Erica loves her prof...
2020-07-1123 min2020-07-0900 min
A Mile In My Shoes: The Walk & Talk PodcastA Walk & Talk With Veteran Educator Rachel RigsbyGuest Bio: House Killmonger. First of her name. The Unbothered. Queen of Gravity-Defying Hair. Breaker of Patriarchy. A Girl Has No President.
About This Episode: Ear hustle on a conversation with a Game of Thrones, Black Panther loving history teacher who enjoys studying the way people change the environment and the way the environment changes people. In this episode Rachel discusses the role and impact that expectations and trust have student work ethic, the importance of loving what you do and how to avoid teacher burn-out. #ATOY19 #AskMeWhy #AMileInMyShoes
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2020-07-0921 min
10 Minute Teacher Podcast with Cool Cat TeacherGet Inspired and Celebrate #LoveTeaching Week with Stacey McAdooLove Teaching Week Begins Today! February 14 is the beginning of #LoveTeaching week. Each day there are challenges and prompts so check Twitter and We Love Teaching.org (https://www.weloveteaching.org/) for how you can participate. Today we start as Stacey McAdoo, Arkansas State Teacher of the Year 2019, tells her story of why she loves teaching! Get ready to be inspired. www.coolcatteacher.com/e625 Today's sponsor: Advancement Courses. Choose from over 240 online graduate-level PD courses in 19 subject areas that are self-paced with up to six months to complete. Go to advancementcourses.com/coolcat and save 20% o...
2020-02-1411 min