37 – recovering + redefining the rules

Jillian DuBoisMoments of ImpartED Joy Podcast

I was raised from a young age that it was best to stay within the firm boundaries of the rules that were laid out for me. And I pretty much complied. I did not want to risk losing the respect or love of my family, so I set up some pretty unrealistic expectations for myself as I grew older. Those … Read More

Leading Adult Learners with a Lens of Inquiry (w Jessica Vance)

Natalie Vardabasso#EduCrush Podcast

How might school leaders apply inquiry-based learning in their work? If we know that inquiry can inspire curiosity, connections, and agency for our students, how might it transform the professional learning culture of a school? Jessica Vance is an Enrichment and Environment Coordinator in Austin, Texas, and author of the newly released book, “Leading with a Lens of Inquiry: Cultivating … Read More

Cultivating Education in a Correctional Facility (w Dawn Matthews-Nichols)

Natalie Vardabasso#EduCrush Podcast

Have you ever wondered if one of your students is capable of murder? Well, what if you knew that your entire class had committed violent crimes,? How would you build a positive classroom culture with that knowledge? Dawn Matthews-Nichols has been teaching since 1987 in a variety of settings with “emotionally disturbed” youth. She’s seen education from the margins and … Read More

French Fries vs. Teachers: The Value of an Educator

Rae HughartBlog, Lead Better, Reflect Better

TL;DR: Teachers are like French fries. They have stood the test of time and everyone is better with them in their lives. Teachers deserve respect. We should choose to educate our community about what goes on in school buildings and share all the good that we do. French Fries vs. Teachers: The Value of an Educator Y’all, I think French … Read More

36 – uncertain moments of trust

Jillian DuBoisMoments of ImpartED Joy Podcast

do you know what i learned today?  that we make an idol out of CERTAINTY.  in addition, we chase after control, clarity, protection, + safety in all areas.  we long for EXACT answers + for every detail of our lives to line up perfectly. uncertainty + trust play a key role in developing our life’s foundations. yes, the ups + … Read More