Edspiration
Edspiration provides practical tools, useful tips, and new motivation for anyone in education. Hear inspiring guests share bite sized, real-world strategies you can use immediately in your school, classroom, college, organization, and even at home! Each week, author, trainer, and school climate specialist John Linney interviews innovative, on-the-ground leaders and experts, and answers your questions from the Edspiration Inbox. Educators are heroes every day and deserve positive support and fuel year-round.
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Using our Powers for Good in Bullying Prevention
11/19/2020
Using our Powers for Good in Bullying Prevention
One important role of educators is to help young people navigate where they fit in and how to use their voice. Identifying who you are while trying to secure a sense of belonging and personal power makes adolescence extremely complicated especially when youth are mistreated by their peers at the same time. Guest Angie Rooker explains how her new fantasy book for middle school students can open up dialogues that help young people and adults use their power for the most good and stop forms of mistreatment such as exclusion, put-downs and other forms of bullying. Guest Links: Website: Instragram: Facebook Debbie Burns as a professional coach: Debbie Burns’ book: Connect with Us Connect with the show at Facebook: Twitter: Follow us Newsletter: Sign up on sidebar at Questions / comments for John in the Edspiration Inbox: – Provides practical training, workshops, coaching, and speaking to create positive school climates. Contact us about school climate improvement, planning and climate survey support, bullying prevention and upstander intervention training, restorative justice practices, school safety, youth development, and more.
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Self-Care, Student-Care, and School-Care Tips from 7 Educators (Part 2)
09/30/2020
Self-Care, Student-Care, and School-Care Tips from 7 Educators (Part 2)
Part two of our discussion on how to navigate this new normal in education with strategies and ideas from 7 education experts, facilitators, and practitioners. During this fluid time you might be providing education in a virtual space, in-person, or a blend of both making self-care, student-care and school-care more important than ever. This lively panel of education practitioners from @CollaborateEdu share how we can recharge ourselves, energize our instruction, and create a vibrant and positive learning environment. "Self-Care, Student-Care, School-Care" Conference on October 16-17, 2020. $50 discount offer going on now. Register at Guest Links: Website: Twitter: Facebook: LinkedIn: Instagram: Connect with Us Connect with the show at Facebook: Twitter: Follow us Newsletter: Sign up on sidebar at www.Edspiration.org Questions / comments for John in the Edspiration Inbox: Show Sponsors – Provides practical training, workshops, coaching, and speaking to create positive school climates. Contact us about school climate improvement, planning and climate survey support, bullying prevention and upstander intervention training, restorative justice practices, school safety, youth development, and more.
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Self-Care, Student-Care, and School-Care Tips from 7 Educators (Part I)
09/22/2020
Self-Care, Student-Care, and School-Care Tips from 7 Educators (Part I)
Navigate our new normal in education with help from 7 education experts, facilitators, and practitioners sharing their strategies and ideas. During this fluid time you might be providing education in a virtual space, in-person, or a blend of both making self-care, student-care and school-care more important than ever. This lively panel of education practitioners from @CollaborateEdu share how we can recharge ourselves, energize our instruction, and create a vibrant and positive learning environment. Guest Links: Website: Twitter: Facebook: LinkedIn: Instagram: Connect with Us Connect with the show at Facebook: Twitter: Follow us Newsletter: Sign up on sidebar at www.Edspiration.org Questions / comments for John in the Edspiration Inbox: Show Sponsors – Provides practical training, workshops, coaching, and speaking to create positive school climates. Contact us about school climate improvement, planning and climate survey support, bullying prevention and upstander intervention training, restorative justice practices, school safety, youth development, and more.
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Sparking children’s hearts & minds with Whole Child Education
02/11/2019
Sparking children’s hearts & minds with Whole Child Education
How do we reach a student’s heads, hands and hearts so they are caring, curious, and excited to learn? All learning emanates from the heart. Since education does not operate in vacuum schools cannot educate the whole child alone. Schools function best when we authentically engage the family and the community through whole child education. Guest Jonathan Raymond explains how to put children at the center and fresh approaches to meet the needs of each child. The Edspiration Inbox Answers… “What are ways to start taking risks to increase your joy as an educator and expand personal mastery?” Guest Links: Twitter: Medium: About today’s guest Jonathan Raymond is President of the Stuart Foundation. He brings insights from many years of experience in education including as Superintendent of the Sacramento City Unified School District (SCUSD). From 2009–2013, his innovative approaches guided SCUSD’s transformed Sacramento’s poorest performing schools in the neediest neighborhoods. He is the author of “Wildflowers: A School Superintendent's Challenge to America.” If you are using this online, please consider including a link to our Whole Child Challenge website and book trailer. For more information please visit : and view the “Wildflowers” trailer here: Recommended Resource(s): Connect with Us Connect with the show at Facebook: Twitter: Follow us Newsletter: Sign up on sidebar at www.Edspiration.org Questions / comments for John in the Edspiration Inbox: Show Sponsors – Provides practical training, workshops, coaching, and speaking to create positive school climates. Contact us about school climate improvement, planning and climate survey support, bullying prevention and upstander intervention training, restorative justice practices, school safety, youth development, and more.
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What’s missing in your leadership style?
11/08/2018
What’s missing in your leadership style?
We all have a foundation of leadership and a type of leadership approach. Are you more of a square or a triangle? How can you modify your approach to strengthen your connection to staff or students to improve learning and the school in which you work? You can leverage what you do naturally to get better at things that are not so natural. Guest Mark Stevens explains what you’re missing in your leadership style and how you can get it. The Edspiration Inbox Answers… “How can simplifying my language lead to stronger relationships and better results?” About today’s guest Mark Stevens has been a Human Resources Professional for nearly 20 years. His emphasis on leadership development inspired him to create “The Square and the Triangle; The Power of Integrating Relationships and Results in Workplace Culture.” a leadership model which can help leaders be their best, easily and more naturally. \ Guest Links: Twitter: Website: Facebook: LinkedIn: Connect with Us Connect with the show at Facebook: Twitter: Follow us @schoolclimates Newsletter: Sign up on sidebar at www.Edspiration.org Questions / comments for John in the Edspiration Inbox: Show Sponsors – Provides practical training, workshops, coaching, and speaking to create positive school climates. Contact us about school climate improvement, planning and climate survey support, bullying prevention and upstander intervention training, restorative justice practices, school safety, youth development, and more.
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Manage Students without Meanness
04/04/2018
Manage Students without Meanness
It’s a misconception that if you want classroom discipline with clear boundaries then you have to be mean-spirited. In fact, old ideas of intimidation and anger are no longer effective. Students have changed and educators must change and grow as well. Guest Doug Campbell shares approaches to discipline and classroom management that anyone can use to be a better educator and perhaps an even better parent. The Edspiration Inbox Answers… “Should I be comparing my skills as an educator to others?” About today’s guest Doug Campbell taught high school math for 20 years in public schools in North and South Carolina. He has written two books for educators -Discipline Without Anger: A New Style of Classroom Management and Essential Tips for Classroom Success: 365 Ways to Become a Better Educator.
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Using Education as an Antidote to Poverty
09/13/2017
Using Education as an Antidote to Poverty
Some wonder why any developing country would invest in education in poorer countries. Guest Brad Brasseur explains how this investment pays off for everyone. He also shares strategies for building bridges to help educators mine the potential of any student anywhere. Education is an antidote to getting out of poverty. The Edspiration Inbox Answers… “How might I create support to help students’ address their unmet needs like anxiety, depression, loss and more?” About today’s guest Brad L. Brasseur is a Canadian educator living in Peru working on education projects in several countries. He has visited over 80 countries as a global traveler and writer including two articles published in over 30 countries including and Guest Links: Twitter: LinkedIn- E-mail: Connect with Us Connect with the show at Facebook: Twitter: Follow us @schoolclimates Newsletter: Sign up on sidebar at www.Edspiration.org Questions / comments for John in the Edspiration Inbox: Show Sponsors – Provides practical training, workshops, coaching, and speaking to create positive school climates. Contact us about school climate improvement, planning and climate survey support, bullying prevention and upstander intervention training, restorative justice practices, school safety, youth development, and more.
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Inspiring Kids to Change the World
06/21/2017
Inspiring Kids to Change the World
Are you making learning memorable for your students? Guest Michael Morrison explains how to tap into the passion for learning and teaching by encouraging moonshot thinking. Make sure you celebrate your learning too. By helping teachers tap into why they got into teaching and engaging students in projects that make a meaningful impact, we can inspire kids to change the world. The Edspiration Inbox Answers… “How can I create greater cooperation and engagement of students when giving instructions or directions?” About today’s guest Michael Morrison is a leader in rethinking the role technology plays in education. He has over 20 years experience in education and is the Chief Technology Officer for Laguna Beach Unified School District. The CA State Superintendent recently recognized Laguna Beach USD as one of three leading digital districts. Guest Links: Twitter: Connect with Us Connect with the show at Facebook: Twitter: Follow us @schoolclimates Newsletter: Sign up on sidebar at www.Edspiration.org Questions / comments for John in the Edspiration Inbox: Show Sponsors – Provides practical training, workshops, coaching, and speaking to create positive school climates. Contact us about school climate improvement, planning and climate survey support, bullying prevention and upstander intervention training, restorative justice practices, school safety, youth development, and more.
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The 3 M’s for Creating a Global Classroom
05/17/2017
The 3 M’s for Creating a Global Classroom
Every young person benefits from learning about their own culture and how they connect with other societies and nations. From the conversations you have, to wall displays, to food festivals, or inviting in key partners, there are many strategies for developing global citizens. Guest Jesse Rizo explains the 3 M’s of cultural awareness because all children deserve to learn about their heritage and have it honored. The Edspiration Inbox Answers… “How can you begin to shift a school culture if it feels out of control or it isn’t the kind of school you want?” – School Counselor, California About today’s guest , Head of school at BASIS Independent Manhattan believes that our society and education system relies on too much on perfection. Schools can increase empathy, cultural understanding and even international test scores by teaching and understanding global citizenship and the value of diversity. Guest Links: Twitter: Connect with Us Connect with the show at Facebook: Twitter: Follow us @schoolclimates Newsletter: Sign up on sidebar at www.Edspiration.org Questions / comments for John in the Edspiration Inbox: Show Sponsors – Provides practical training, workshops, coaching, and speaking to create positive school climates. Contact us about school climate improvement, planning and climate survey support, bullying prevention and upstander intervention training, restorative justice practices, school safety, youth development, and more.
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Let’s Go Outside for Life-Centered Learning
03/22/2017
Let’s Go Outside for Life-Centered Learning
Being student-centered is a fantastic practice for helping young people learn but what about being life-centered? You can excite learning and activate new thinking if you take the opportunity to bring innovation outside through activities such as a school garden. Guest Derek Rhodenizer explains how to bring an exciting experiential, life-centered approach to education and break free of ho-hum patterns of teaching and learning. The Edspiration Inbox Answers… “How do we easily explain climate in education to non-educators?” – Workshop Participant, California About today’s guest Derek Rhodenizer is the Academic Director at Westboro Academy in Ottawa, Canada and actively works to stay on education’s leading edge challenging educators to take risks and investigate new possibilities. He harnesses student curiosity and adaptability using the latest technological advances. Derek is an education blogger, podcaster, and manager of the Twitter Chat #OnEdchat. Guest Links: EduThoughts podcast: Blog: Twitter: @DerekRhodenizer Connect with Us Connect with the show at Facebook: Twitter: Follow us Newsletter: Sign up on sidebar at www.Edspiration.org Questions / comments for John in the Edspiration Inbox: Show Sponsors – Provides practical training, workshops, coaching, and speaking to create positive school climates. Contact us about school climate improvement, planning and climate survey support, bullying prevention and upstander intervention training, restorative justice practices, school safety, youth development, and more.
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The Power of Making Mistakes
02/09/2017
The Power of Making Mistakes
Making and sharing mistakes is one of the most powerful tools for learning. However, many adults and students do all they can to avoid and hide those mistakes. Guest Jon Harper explains how to strengthen your courage to make and discuss mistakes so you and the young people you influence most can become learners for life. The Edspiration Inbox Answers… “How can we escape the trap of grading and assessments that don’t measure or appreciate student creativity and innovation?” – Narea, Florida About today’s guest Jon Harper is Assistant Principal of Sandy Hill Elementary School and host of the My Bad podcast and blog. This is his 19th year in education, during which time he has taught 1st, 2nd, 4th and 5th grade. He lives is Cambridge, Maryland with his amazing wife and two awesome kids. Guest Links: Twitter: @Jonharper70bd Voxer: jharpe3658 email: cell: 410-829-7243 Connect with Us Connect with the show at Facebook: Twitter: Follow us @schoolclimates Newsletter: Sign up on sidebar at www.Edspiration.org Questions / comments for John in the Edspiration Inbox: Show Sponsors – Provides practical training, workshops, coaching, and speaking to create positive school climates. Contact us about school climate improvement, planning and climate survey support, bullying prevention and upstander intervention training, restorative justice practices, school safety, youth development, and more.
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Student Voice & Choice Through Innovation and, yes, Cardboard
12/21/2016
Student Voice & Choice Through Innovation and, yes, Cardboard
Wonder how you can engage students in learning for hours at a time without teacher instruction or videos then get your license to take risks! Guest Christopher Weiss explains how personalized learning and self-regulation can go hand-in-hand when you increase student ownership through innovative practices such as the Global Cardboard Challenge. Increase your students’ abilities to problem-solve and learn and find yourself enjoying teaching more. The Edspiration Inbox Answers… “Do we really need to intervene in incidents that some call bullying but are really daily life events such as when a student says, “I don’t want to play with you” or ‘No, I don’t want to hang out with you today?” – Diana, California About today’s guest Christopher Weiss is principal of Riverside School, named a "School of Distinction" by the Connecticut State Department of Education and considered a top K-5 school in the state. Riverside School is implementing a 4-year plan focused on the theme of "Innovation." Christopher was recently named a finalist for the Bammy National "Innovator of the Year" Award and has a Twitter following of over 20,000. Guest Links: Christopher's email: ChrisWeissCT@ Christopher on Twitter @ChrisWeissCT Christopher's "Innovation in Ed" YouTube Channel Riverside School's website (Genius Hour): Connect with Us Connect with the show at Facebook: Twitter: Follow us @schoolclimates Newsletter: Sign up on sidebar at www.Edspiration.org Questions / comments for John in the Edspiration Inbox: Show Sponsors – Provides practical training, workshops, coaching, and speaking to create positive school climates. Contact us about school climate improvement, planning and climate survey support, bullying prevention and upstander intervention training, restorative justice practices, school safety, youth development, and more.
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Developing Empowered & Aware Girls
12/01/2016
Developing Empowered & Aware Girls
Breaking boy & girl stereotypes in the classroom. Everyone contributes to building the self-confidence and self esteem of girls. Media images and messages play a key role but how we speak to them in the classroom also has a big impact. Dr Jennifer Hartstein explains how we have to challenge our own views and overcome conversations around “locker room talk” and then challenge young people to be critical thinkers and actors themselves. The Edspiration Inbox Answers… “How to help students critically analyze media images that bombard them” – Special activity and tips About today’s guest Jennifer L. Hartstein, PsyD, is the owner of Hartstein Psychological Services, a group psychotherapy practice in New York. She specializes in the treatment of high-risk children and adolescents. Dr. Jen is author of several books, is a self-esteem ambassador for Dove’s Real Beauty campaign, and is a psychological contributor for NBC’s Today Show. Guest Links: Twitter: The Edspiration Inbox Answers… “How to help students critically analyze media images that bombard them” – Special activity and tips Connect with Us Connect with the show at Facebook: Twitter: Follow us @schoolclimates Newsletter: Sign up on sidebar at www.Edspiration.org Questions / comments for John in the Edspiration Inbox: Show Sponsors – Provides practical training, workshops, coaching, and speaking to create positive school climates. Contact us about school climate improvement, planning and climate survey support, bullying prevention and upstander intervention training, restorative justice practices, school safety, youth development, and more.
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Growth Mindsets Change Thinking & Change Lives
10/26/2016
Growth Mindsets Change Thinking & Change Lives
Fixed mindsets are not what many kids are born with, yet that changes as we teach them to play the game of school with compliance, our grading practices, and even how we speak. So how do we foster a growth mindset instead? Guest Brad Weinstein explains how to encourage growth in any student by changing our language and creating opportunities that allow them to create, fail, and persevere. About today’s guest Brad Weinstein is the principal at Irvington Preparatory Academy in Indianapolis. He is a former science teacher who helped implement the innovative student-led concept known as Genius Hour into the everyday classroom. Brad is well-known for his student-led learning and growth mindset posts on Twitter on one of the fastest growing educational accounts in the world. The Edspiration Inbox Answers… “Why compassion & courage are not enough to stop bullying & mean-spirited behavior.” – Las Vegas, NV Guest Links: Twitter handle: @teachergoals and @weinsteinedu Connect with Us Connect with the show at Facebook: Twitter: Follow us @schoolclimates Newsletter: Sign up on sidebar at www.Edspiration.org Questions / comments for John in the Edspiration Inbox: Show Sponsors – Provides practical training, workshops, coaching, and speaking to create positive school climates. Contact us about school climate improvement, planning and climate survey support, bullying prevention and upstander intervention training, restorative justice practices, school safety, youth development, and more.
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Three Keys to Safer & Happier Schools
09/30/2016
Three Keys to Safer & Happier Schools
Every school, no matter where it is, has to deal with incidents of exclusion, put downs, intimidation, and social media drama. But we can all take actions to create a safer, more accepting, and happier school. In this special episode, learn 3 specific ways to create a school that is both emotionally AND physically safe. About today’s guest We take a break in our regular show format this week as host John Linney shares tips to create safer and happier schools and a special resource you can download free. Resources: Free Download: , by John Linney Connect with Us Connect with the show at Facebook: Twitter: Follow us @schoolclimates Newsletter: Sign up on sidebar at www.Edspiration.org Questions / comments for John in the Edspiration Inbox: Show Sponsors – Provides practical training, workshops, coaching, and speaking to create positive school climates. Contact us about school climate improvement, planning and climate survey support, bullying prevention and upstander intervention training, restorative justice practices, school safety, youth development, and more.
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Focus on your Mission not Mandates
09/14/2016
Focus on your Mission not Mandates
Are you and your colleagues clear about why you work in education? Guest Amy Fast explains how you can keep the fire for teaching and learning alive. Teaching and learning is an emotional endeavor. When you can tap into the “why,” you will gain purpose, energy and motivation. After all, it’s not about the mandates, it’s about your mission. The Edspiration Inbox Answers… “How to find new ways to grow and develop ourselves.” – Cecilia, Washington DC About today’s guests Dr. Amy Fast holds a doctorate in Educational Leadership and has been an educator for 15 years as an elementary teacher, instructional coach and a HS assistant principal. She is a key contributor to the national conversation on the future of education and is author of “It’s the Mission, Not the Mandates.” Amy inspires others to harness their passions and pursue their purpose in education.
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Finding Time for Fitness
08/31/2016
Finding Time for Fitness
When we spend so much time and energy tending to the needs of others it’s easy to forget to take care of ourselves. But making sure we are taking the best care of our own wellbeing is the best way to be of service. Guest Lori Vandeborne from #FitnessEdu discusses the resources and supports available to help us stay motivated to meet our fitness goals. The Edspiration Inbox Answers… “Creating the right mindset to take care of yourself so others can benefit from you at your very best.” – Irene, California About today’s guests Lori P. Vandeborne (@MrsVandeborne) is a former Elementary Principal and currently the Instructional Coach and Blended Learning Supervisor with . She is a passionate educational leader who enjoys innovation and inspiring a growth mindset. With a team of educators she has become the moderator of the #fitnessedu chat to inspire a passion for health and wellbeing in fellow educators. Guest Links: Twitter: @MrsVandeborne The great people behind FitnessEdu: Connect with Us Connect with the show at Facebook: Twitter: Follow us @schoolclimates Newsletter: Sign up on sidebar at www.Edspiration.org Questions / comments for John in the Edspiration Inbox: Show Sponsors – Provides practical training, workshops, coaching, and speaking to create positive school climates. Contact us about school climate improvement, planning and climate survey support, bullying prevention and upstander intervention training, restorative justice practices, school safety, youth development, and more.
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How to Help Kids with Trauma
08/18/2016
How to Help Kids with Trauma
Abuse, neglect, drug use, divorce or parents in prison can have a dramatic effect on student behavior, focus and achievement. As an educator you will meet and have to teach students who’ve had traumatic experiences. In this interview, Jethro Jones explains how to preempt outbursts by taking a trauma sensitive approach that helps young people refocus and learn. The Edspiration Inbox Answers… “What is the single best thing to focus on in the first week of school?” Response from recent keynote address. About today’s guest Jethro Jones is the Principal of Kodiak Middle School and host of the Transformative Principal Podcast. Jethro has provided simple solutions to complex educational problems as a principal, district coach, library supervisor, and middle school teacher. Jethro currently serves as the Region 7 Director for the Alaska Association of Secondary School Principals. Guest Links: Connect with Us Connect with the show at Facebook: Twitter: Follow us Newsletter: Sign up on sidebar at www.Edspiration.org Questions / comments for John in the Edspiration Inbox: Show Sponsors – Provides practical training, workshops, coaching, and speaking to create positive school climates. Contact us about school climate improvement, planning and climate survey support, bullying prevention and upstander intervention training, restorative justice practices, school safety, youth development, and more.
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Hope After Orlando: Cultivating Kindness, Acceptance, & Service
07/06/2016
Hope After Orlando: Cultivating Kindness, Acceptance, & Service
When tragic events, pain, and violence dominate the news cycle, we can all go back to what Mr. Rogers said, “Look for the helpers.” Teaching kindness, supporting LGBTQ youth, and developing empathy are just a few practices we can use to stop cycles of hurt while renewing our faith in others. Don’t miss this special show featuring memorable excerpts from De Palazzo, Sheila Sjolseth, and Carrie Wrubel. About today’s guest These are highlights from previous episodes but you can hear the interviews in their entirety and find all these guests’ recommended resources in their show notes. This show featured clips from the shows below. Show clips taken from the following Edspiration episodes: The Edspiration Inbox Answers… Send your questions now to be answered in a future episode of Edspiration to Connect with Us Connect with the show at Facebook: Twitter: Follow us @schoolclimates Newsletter: Sign up on sidebar at www.Edspiration.org Questions / comments for John in the Edspiration Inbox: Show Sponsors – Provides practical training, workshops, coaching, and speaking to create positive school climates. Contact us about school climate improvement, planning and climate survey support, bullying prevention and upstander intervention training, restorative justice practices, school safety, youth development, and more.
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Overcome ADHD Challenges & Stress - Part 2
06/22/2016
Overcome ADHD Challenges & Stress - Part 2
ADHD is a unique planning disorder that affects managing important school tasks. So how do we work with students or even our own children with ADHD in school systems that are not optimized for them? In Part two of our interview, Dr. Mark Bertin offers advice for task management and overcoming challenges associated with ADHD so you can help students and parents while reducing stress. The Edspiration Inbox Answers… “Finding what fuels you to unlock energy and innovation in yourself, in students, or others,” – Jessica, Alaska About today’s guest Dr. Mark Bertin is a developmental pediatrician and author of Mindful Parenting for ADHD and The Family ADHD Solution, which integrate mindfulness into the rest of evidence-based ADHD care. He is an Assistant Professor of Pediatrics at New York Medical College, on the faculty of the Windward Teacher Training Institute, and on the editorial advisory board of Common Sense Media. Guest Links: Dr. Bertin’s Blog is available through Huffington Post, and Psychology Today. More links and resources at . Connect with Us Connect with the show at Facebook: Twitter: Follow us @schoolclimates Newsletter: Sign up on sidebar at www.Edspiration.org Questions / comments for John in the Edspiration Inbox: Show Sponsors – Provides practical training, workshops, coaching, and speaking to create positive school climates. Contact us about school climate improvement, planning and climate survey support, bullying prevention and upstander intervention training, restorative justice practices, school safety, youth development, and more.
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Stop Spirals of ADHD Stress – Part 1
06/15/2016
Stop Spirals of ADHD Stress – Part 1
Working with students and adults with ADHD has many challenges but we can communicate more effectively and cultivate harmony with the right strategies. ADHD expert Dr. Mark Bertin explains how practicing mindfulness can stop spirals of stress to make better choices. Listen in and be introduced to new awareness and skills you can use to manage ADHD more effectively. The Edspiration Inbox Answers… “What you must think about first before you to speak your mind,” Lessons from an adult training experience in California. About today’s guest Dr. Mark Bertin is a developmental pediatrician and author of Mindful Parenting for ADHD and The Family ADHD Solution, which integrate mindfulness into the rest of evidence-based ADHD care. He is an Assistant Professor of Pediatrics at New York Medical College, on the faculty of the Windward Teacher Training Institute, and on the editorial advisory board of Common Sense Media. Guest Links: Dr. Bertin’s Blog is available through Huffington Post, and Psychology Today. More links and resources at . Connect with Us Connect with the show at Facebook: Twitter: Follow us @schoolclimates Newsletter: Sign up on sidebar at www.Edspiration.org Questions / comments for John in the Edspiration Inbox: Show Sponsor – Provides practical training, workshops, coaching, and speaking to create positive school climates. Contact us about school climate improvement, planning and climate survey support, bullying prevention and upstander intervention training, restorative justice practices, school safety, youth development, and more.
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How You Can Adapt to Change
06/08/2016
How You Can Adapt to Change
Education can get stuck in an implementation culture that disempowers educators and inhibits innovation. However, you don’t have to be at the whim of the next education trend. Listen to guest David Geurin discusses using possibility thinking and exercising your innovation muscles so you have a voice and can lead from wherever you are. The Edspiration Inbox Answers… “How to set a mindset for coping with and embracing change.” Special comments About today’s guest Bio: Dr. David Geurin is principal and lead learner at Bolivar High School, a 2013 National Blue Ribbon School. He is committed to developing future-driven, student-centered schools. He shares his ideas on learner empowerment, leadership, and innovation via social media, blogging, speaking, and consulting. Guest Links: Twitter: Web: Email: Connect with Us Connect with the show at Facebook: Twitter: Follow us @schoolclimates Newsletter: Sign up on sidebar at www.Edspiration.org Questions / comments for John in the Edspiration Inbox: Show Sponsors – Provides practical training, workshops, coaching, and speaking to create positive school climates. Contact us about school climate improvement, planning and climate survey support, bullying prevention and upstander intervention training, restorative justice practices, school safety, youth development, and more.
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Ways to Create a Teacher Powered School
06/01/2016
Ways to Create a Teacher Powered School
Educators have been disempowered and de-professionalized over time with the increase on standardized teaching and testing. But there are steps any school could take to increase the voice and morale of educators. Guest Deyonne Jackson explains what a Teacher Powered School can do for you and how to create one. The Edspiration Inbox Answers… “How to tell where I am in the ladder of youth engagement?” Special comments from a Positive Youth Development Workshop About today’s guest Deyonne Jackson is in her 15th year of teaching and has taught at traditional elementary and a teacher-powered school. She has been a teacher and administrative team member at Woods Learning Center (a teacher powered school) for 12 years. Deyonne is also an ambassador for the Teacher-Powered Schools Initiative. Guest Links: email: Twittter: @DeyonneJ Connect with Us Connect with the show at Facebook: Twitter: Follow us @schoolclimates Newsletter: Sign up on sidebar at www.Edspiration.org Questions / comments for John in the Edspiration Inbox: Show Sponsors – Provides practical training, workshops, coaching, and speaking to create positive school climates. Contact us about school climate improvement, planning and climate survey support, bullying prevention and upstander intervention training, restorative justice practices, school safety, youth development, and more.
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Develop a Leadership Mindset & Stop Second-Guessing Yourself
05/25/2016
Develop a Leadership Mindset & Stop Second-Guessing Yourself
Stop second guessing yourself and learn to ask the right questions of yourself and others. Every situation is an opportunity to develop a leadership mindset by focusing on growth and reflection over blame and guilt. Guest Sean Thom explains how to stop mentally beating up on our students, or ourselves, and shift to reflection and growth to develop relational leadership skills. The Edspiration Inbox Answers… “I live near the school where a girl was killed in a school bathroom. I want to prevent tragedies like this too. What is your reaction when you see these events?” Sylvia, Delaware About today’s guest Sean Thom has been a middle school science teacher and a building principal. He currently runs a special education school for students with behavioral and emotional issues. Sean developed a student-centered teacher feedback system which centers on real-time student input. He is passionate about social-emotional learning, leading through building strong relationships, and transforming the educational process with others. Guest Links: Connect with Us Connect with the show at Facebook: Twitter: Follow us @schoolclimates Newsletter: Sign up on sidebar at www.Edspiration.org Questions / comments for John in the Edspiration Inbox: Show Sponsors – Provides practical training, workshops, coaching, and speaking to create positive school climates. Contact us about school climate improvement, planning and climate survey support, bullying prevention and upstander intervention training, restorative justice practices, school safety, youth development, and more.
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Publish Like a Pirate & Get Your Writing Out There
05/18/2016
Publish Like a Pirate & Get Your Writing Out There
Do you have a book inside you that’s dying to get out? With all the new tools and distribution avenues available it’s easier than ever to write, edit, and sell your new book. The book-publishing world is being disrupted and democratized. You don’t have to be accepted by a traditional publisher, guest Dave Burgess shares the numerous options to express yourself and get your book out into the world. The Edspiration Inbox Answers… “How can I start to write my book or blog and overcome things like doubt, procrastination, or writer’s block?” About today’s guest Dave Burgess is the New York Times Best Selling author of Teach Like a Pirate, co-author of P is for Pirate, and highly sought after professional development speaker, well known for his outrageously energetic style. He is also the president of Dave Burgess Consulting, Inc, a disruptive publishing company providing innovative and creative books to help transform the educational world. Guest Links: Dave's email list and get access to 25 digital Teach Like a Pirate quote posters: Connect with Us Connect with the show at Facebook: Twitter: Follow us @schoolclimates Newsletter: Sign up on sidebar at www.Edspiration.org Questions / comments for John in the Edspiration Inbox: Show Sponsors – Provides practical training, workshops, coaching, and speaking to create positive school climates. Contact us about school climate improvement, planning and climate survey support, bullying prevention and upstander intervention training, restorative justice practices, school safety, youth development, and more.
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Set Your Professional Development Free! | How to build capacity, not just skills
05/11/2016
Set Your Professional Development Free! | How to build capacity, not just skills
Professional development can be a blessing or a bane. Most educators are professional learners but feel constrained by traditional PD. Coaching has demonstrated the greatest impact on our growth. Guest Svetlana Sutic explains how to find your tribe, develop yourself, and leverage the resources that are around you right now. The Edspiration Inbox Answers… “We are doing a lot of events for bullying prevention in our school. What do you see is missing in bullying prevention efforts that might help us?” - Edgar, Ohio. About today’s guest Svetlana Sutik holds two masters degrees and is an Assistant Principal in Illinois. She’s an experienced coach who has successfully lead teacher teams in numerous areas. Svetlana has presented at several conferences and University classes for faculty and staff sharing her K-8 knowledge. Her passion and focus is in professional learning and building teacher capacity. Recommended Resource(s): Twitter: Ken Williams @unfoldthesoul Twitter: - @JeffZoul - @Mikelubelfeld - @toddwhitaker Guest Links: Connect with Us Connect with the show at Facebook: Twitter: Follow us @schoolclimates Newsletter: Sign up on sidebar at www.Edspiration.org Questions / comments for John in the Edspiration Inbox: Show Sponsors – Provides practical training, workshops, coaching, and speaking to create positive school climates. Contact us about school climate improvement, planning and climate survey support, bullying prevention and upstander intervention training, restorative justice practices, school safety, youth development, and more.
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What is a soul? How to help students cope with loss & grief
05/04/2016
What is a soul? How to help students cope with loss & grief
Adults struggle with how to help young people separated from a
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Make Learning Relevant to Transform Classrooms & Communities
04/27/2016
Make Learning Relevant to Transform Classrooms & Communities
There are districts around the
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Five EdTech & Social Media Experts’ Tips & Insights | Greatest Hits
04/20/2016
Five EdTech & Social Media Experts’ Tips & Insights | Greatest Hits
We continue to celebrate our Edspiration anniversary this month. In gratitude to you and our guests, we share essential excerpts from some of this year’s popular interviews on the subject of technology and social media in education. Hear insights and tips in show highlights from Sean Gaillard, Brett Salakas, Lee Kolbert, Alec Couros & Katrina Keene. You’re going to love the valuable contributions shared by these guests and thank you for an amazing year.
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Forging a Path to Personalize Student Learning
04/13/2016
Forging a Path to Personalize Student Learning
Too many students are disengaged in the classroom and not enough schools are engaged with their communities. But Marion City Schools are overcoming these challenges as innovators in creating personalized learning environments. Guest Gary Barber shares how schools can bring educators, businesses, and families together to help students feel more connected to learning and to their communities on their journey to graduation.
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