Ep. 62: Digital Wellness: Tech-Healthy Students
Currey Ingram Conversations
Are screens helping or hurting our kids, especially those with learning differences? In this episode of Currey Ingram Conversations, hosts Dr. Jeffrey Mitchell and Courtney Gallaher invite Ginann Franklin and Melissa Powers to explore the complex relationship between screen time, neurodivergence, and the developing brain. Grounded in current research, they unpack how digital media impacts attention, emotional regulation, and learning.
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Ep. 61 - Musings on the Master Plan
Currey Ingram Conversations
In this episode of Currey Ingram Conversations, hosts Dr. Jeffrey Mitchell and Courtney Gallaher sit down with Tyler F. LeMarinel, partner at Allard Ward Architects, to explore the vision behind the school’s Master Plan and how thoughtful design shapes the student experience. From creating flexible, student-centered spaces to supporting regulation, well-being, and long-term growth, they highlight the powerful connection between environment and learning.
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Ep. 60: - "Structured Literacy: Why is it essential for students with reading learning differences?"
Currey Ingram Conversations
In this Currey Ingram Conversation, Dr. Jeffrey Mitchell and Courtney Gallaher dive into structured literacy, with a focus on the fundamentals and why it’s essential for learning to read. Joined by Dr. Regan Anderson, Currey Ingram Academy’s Director of Program Outreach, and Lower School teacher, Mary Jackson, the conversation blends research and classroom insight to explain how this evidence-based approach supports all learners, especially students with dyslexia and language-based learning differences.
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Ep. 59 - Why Learning Never Stops: Inside Our Faculty’s Growth Journey
Currey Ingram Conversations
In this episode of Currey Ingram Conversations, Dr. Jeff Mitchell and Courtney Gallaher sit down with two members of the Currey Ingram faculty to explore the power of continued education and the impact of ongoing professional growth. Together, they discuss why investing in lifelong learning is essential for educators, especially those serving students with learning differences, and how high-quality professional development directly enhances classroom practice, student outcomes, and school culture. From conference takeaways to personal growth journeys, this conversation highlights the...
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Ep. 58: Rise & Thrive: A Board’s Perspective on Guiding Growth
Currey Ingram Conversations
In this episode of Currey Ingram Conversations, co-hosts Dr. Jeff Mitchell and Courtney Gallaher sit down with a Currey Ingram Academy board member, Curt Thorne, to explore what it means to “Rise & Thrive” from a governance perspective. The conversation unpacks how the strategic plan serves as a compass for decision-making, why staying in your lane is essential for effective board leadership, and how trust, culture, and shared purpose help the entire community move forward, ensuring Currey Ingram not only rises but thrives.
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Ep. 57 - 20 Years of Rock Band: Celebrating a Currey Ingram Legacy
Currey Ingram Conversations
In this special episode of Currey Ingram Conversations, co-hosts Dr. Jeff Mitchell and Courtney Gallaher celebrate 20 years of the Rock Band program at Currey Ingram Academy — a signature experience that blends musical growth with personal transformation. Sean Kelly, who founded the program, sits down with two current student musicians and a proud alum to reflect on the impact of Rock Band over the years. From the early days of rehearsal and live performance, this conversation highlights how the program has shaped confidence, connection, and creativity. Rooted in the heart of Music City,...
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Ep. 56 - Behavior IS Communication: Investigating the Needs Behind the Actions
Currey Ingram Conversations
In this episode of Currey Ingram Conversations, Lower School Division Head Dr. Danielle Barton and Lower School Assistant Division Head Catherine Thomson explore how skill deficits influence students' unexpected behaviors. They discuss Currey Ingram Academy's diagnostic approach to addressing behavior by seeking underlying causes, implementing skill-building approaches, and fostering overall growth, which empowers students with learning differences to thrive.
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Ep. 55: Identifying Red Flags for Dyslexia
Currey Ingram Conversations
In this episode of Currey Ingram Conversations, co-hosts Dr. Jeff Mitchell and Courtney Gallaher welcome Dr. Melinda Hirschmann, Assistant Director for Educational Services and School Outreach at the Tennessee Center for the Study and Treatment of Dyslexia. Dr. Hirschmann brings a wealth of experience in literacy instruction and intervention, working with educators and students across K-12 to strengthen their approach to dyslexia. She shares key insights on recognizing early signs of dyslexia in students, drawing from her years as a reading interventionist. Tune in as we dive deep into the red...
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Ep. 54 - Slow Processing, Strong Minds: Thriving Beyond the Pace
Currey Ingram Conversations
In this episode of Currey Ingram Conversations, co-hosts Dr. Jeff Mitchell and Courtney Gallaher are joined by an alumni parent who shares her son's journey with slow processing. Reflecting on his growth, she emphasizes that Curre Ingram “understood who he was, what he brought, what his struggles were, and what his gifts were.” This conversation highlights the transformative impact of finding the right environment, showing how the right place can help students thrive beyond their specific learning differences.
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Ep. 53 - Vision in Action: A Deep Dive into Currey Ingram’s Strategic Plan
Currey Ingram Conversations
In this episode of Currey Ingram Conversations, co-hosts Dr. Jeff Mitchell and Courtney Gallaher sit down with Cindy Cowhey, a dedicated Currey Ingram parent, to discuss the Academy’s new strategic plan. They explore its philosophy, the key themes of Mission, People, and Future, and the goals driving the school forward. From financial sustainability and national outreach to fostering inclusivity and preparing for transformative growth, learn how Currey Ingram is shaping its path for the next six years.
info_outlineCurrey Ingram Conversations’ co-hosts, Dr. Jeff Mitchell and Courtney Gallaher, dive deep into the heart of the theme for the 2024-25 school year: Imagine & Achieve. They are joined by Ginnan Franklin, Currey Ingram's Director of Libraries and Educational Technology, who brings a wealth of knowledge and insight to the conversation. Together, they share how a current student inspired the theme, how Currey Ingram supports all that can be imagined and achieved for students with learning differences, and what the school is looking to imagine and achieve in the years to come. Whether you're a parent, educator, or curious listener, this episode will ignite your imagination and inspire you to see what's possible when students are empowered to achieve beyond expectations.