WEP 227: Make Your Class Relevant and Engaging an Interview with Dominic Helmstetter
Release Date: 10/25/2022
WEP 249: Becoming an Instructional Leader an Interview with Danny Steele and Kelly Croy
The Wired Educator Podcast
The Wired Educator Podcast: Episode 249 – "Becoming an Instructonal Leader" My Interview with Danny Steele This is The Wired Educator Podcast, Episode 249: My conversation with Danny Steele on instructional leadership—and so much more. Danny is a phenomenal leader, an inspiring author, and an all-around incredible human being. In this episode, we dive into his new book, explore what great instructional leadership really looks like in schools, and unpack the wisdom he’s sharing with educators everywhere. You’re going to love this episode. About Danny Steele Danny Steele worked for 31...
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WEP 248: Building Authenticity, an Interview with Todd Nesloney
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Building Authenticity, an Interview with Todd Nesloney Listen to The Wired Educator Podcast, Episode 248 In this episode of The Wired Educator Podcast, I sit down with one of my favorite education leaders and storytellers, Todd Nesloney. Todd returns to the show to share powerful insights from his newest book, Todd currently serves as the Director of Culture and Strategic Leadership for the Texas Elementary Principals and Supervisors Association (TEPSA). He is a nationally recognized educator who has been honored by the White House, John C. Maxwell, and the National School Board...
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WEP 247: Twenty-Five Ways to Have the Greatest Summer Ever, A Bucket List for Educators & Leaders
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This is a brand new season of The Wired Educator Podcast. I am excited to kick it off with this episode. This is the Wired Educator Podcast Episode 247This is a special solo episode, of just me, Kelly Croy, designed to help educators and leaders everywhere maximize their summer, rest with intention, and return to the school year feeling refreshed, focused, and inspired. In this episode, I share a personal and powerful summer bucket list featuring 29 ideas that will help every educator create meaningful moments, reclaim energy, and do something just for themselves. Whether you’re looking to...
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WEP 246: Future Educators, Trauma Informed Teaching and Literacy: An Interview with Pamela Broome
The Wired Educator Podcast
In this episode of the Wired Educator Podcast, I had the honor of speaking with Pamela Broome, a transformative leader in education. As the founding principal and current director of UNC Charlotte’s elementary lab school, Pamela has pioneered innovative approaches to teaching and learning, focusing on trauma-informed practices, literacy advancement, and creating emotionally supportive classrooms. Her work has significantly impacted both students and educators, fostering resilience and engagement in the educational community. Joe Miller, a former student of Pamela's, joins us as cohost....
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WEP 245: Creating & Teaching Digital Art with Apple Distinguished Educators: An Interview with Rita Mortenson & Charlene Chausis
The Wired Educator Podcast
In this episode of The Wired Educator Podcast , I had the privilege of speaking with two extraordinary , Rita Mortenson and Charlene Chausis. Rita and Charlene are both passionate educators who are transforming classrooms through digital creativity, particularly in the realm of digital art . From their innovative use of and the app on the iPad to their inspiring journey into creating pet portraits, these two educators share how they bring creativity and artistry into education in impactful ways. [caption id="attachment_2254" align="alignright" width="421"] If you're an educator looking...
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WEP 244: Empowering Educators: How MagicSchool Al Helps Teachers! An Interview with Adeel Khan, Founder of Magic School Al
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WEP 243: The Importance of Vision and Goal-Setting for a New School Year
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Kicking off a NEW season of The Wired Educator Podcast! Welcome to episode 243 of The Wired Educator Podcast! This episode is all about the importance of vision and goal-setting as we embark on a new school year. If you're an educator, administrator, or school leader, this is the perfect time to set your sights on the goals that will make this year extraordinary. In this episode, I reflect on how critical it is to establish clear goals for yourself and your students. Whether you're guiding a classroom or leading a team of teachers, a well-defined vision will ensure that you start the year with...
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WEP 242: Teaching and Learning with the Magic of Artificial Intelligence An Interview with Jeni Long
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WEP 241: Inspiring Students to Have Fun, Read and Become Financially Literate an Interview with Ty Allan Jackson
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WEP: 240: Building a Community for Educational Technology Integration, an Interview with Chris Nesi
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Welcome to the Wired Educator Podcast, Episode 240 my interview with the exceptional Chris Nesi. Chris is not only an outstanding educator but also the brilliant host of the House of EdTech podcast. Chris is someone I respect and admire. I'm absolutely delighted to share our enlightening conversation about education podcasting and a plethora of other fascinating topics. You're going to love this episode. Christopher J. Nesi, is a passionate educator, podcast host, and influential thought leader. With over 15 years of classroom experience, Chris has dedicated his professional...
info_outlineIn this episode of the Wired Educator Podcast I interview Dominic Helmstetter. He shares how he connects with students, makes his class relevant and engaging, and how EduProtocols helps him to make a difference as educator.
This is a fun episode. You can hear and feel Dominic's passion for teaching. You will also leave with actionable takeaways you could put to use immediately in your classroom.
Click here to listen to episode 227.
Dominic Helmstetter has taught Middle and High School for 16 years. He holds a BA in Integrated Social Studies, an MA in Curriculum and Instruction as well as an MED in Education Leadership. He began his teaching career in a diverse high needs community before later serving as Dean of Students and Principal. He later returned to the classroom to teach Junior High before being hired to teach at Perrysburg High School, where he is part of a teaching team that regularly helps students earn among the highest passing rates in Ohio state testing. His instruction focuses on providing hands-on learning experiences centered around promoting engaging and active learning opportunities for students. In addition to teaching, Dominic enjoys serving on various district wide leadership teams and speaking at educational conferences designed to help boost student engagement and build classroom culture.
You can follow Dominic on Twitter at @DHelmEDU
He is a leading expert on
- Building Story / Theme into your classroom
- Knowing what motivates your students.
- EduProtocols
- Game Based Learning
- He just presented at MassCUE and will be presenting at NorthPoint ESC soon
Mentioned in this episode:
The EduProtocol Field Guide: 16 Student-Centered Lesson Frames for Infinite Learning Possibilities
Deploying EduProtocols: A Guide for Educational Change Leaders
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