In Podcast Episode 54 of the Time for Teachership podcast, I’m diving into Episode 1 of my Leading for Justice Mini Series. I’m exploring the research of why shared leadership should be an area of focus and how to set up structures in shared leadership in our educational context. I cover the benefits of shared leadership from educational … Read More
Kids Can Be Sociolinguists, Too!
TL;DR: A little metalinguistic awareness can go a long way towards creating a safe space for bilingual children in the classroom. Sociolinguistic awareness, coupled with the gumption to tackle these issues with children, will go a long way towards the larger enterprise of designing pedagogy that is culturally (and linguistically) focused. Consider designing curricula that builds sociolinguistic awareness. This post … Read More
Let’s Continue to TALK about Equity!
TL;DR: Teach lessons that encourage a growth mindset. Definitions give us working knowledge to understand more about equity and anti-racism. Be an anti-racist educator! “Equity and Inclusion Just Got Better” Journaling/Reflection Questions What is a lesson idea that involves teaching about a topic that matters to your students? Write down a time you didn’t advocate for change with something that … Read More
Is Talking About Traumatic Topics Doing More Harm Than Good?
In today’s episode, I am diving into the most common questions I get from educators developing a curriculum for justice- When do I start? When do I have enough skills so my work doesn’t cause more harm than good? Will talking about race issues create more racism or increase trauma in my students? I also share a few … Read More
Shine Bright | Luis Cruz | Don’t Overthink It
In Don’t @ Me (2:46), Tom opens with a quick story from last week about how the small things in life – even if they are manufactured – can make a big difference in how we are feeling. Then, Tom is joined by friend and colleague Luis Cruz (11:19) to explore what it means to fulfill society’s new, more modern … Read More