School's Back In Session

Rick Wormeli, keynote speaker of the Innovate26 conference hosted at Lindenwood University in St Charles, Missouri and one of America's first National Board Certified teachers, sits down to chat with Olivia. You can follow Rick's work at https://www.rickwormeli.com/

Olivia interviews presenter Dr. Tina Lauer regarding her session involving the use of Chatbots.

Hannah Knop and Chloe Rafada discuss with Dr. Alex Tripamer and Dr. Greg Jones the reality of school leadership. From building strong teacher–administrator relationships to navigating the new cell phone laws, this discussion celebrates the practices that strengthen school communities and inspire future progress.

Two interns share their candid reflections on the recent teacher panel event—what surprised them, what inspired them, and the key lessons they’ll carry forward into their own teaching journeys. From classroom strategies to professional growth, this episode offers a fresh perspective on learning from experienced educators.

In this episode, a diverse panel of teachers- ranging from first-year to seasoned veterans-come together for an honest and insightful conversation about the realities of classroom life. They share stories of triumphs and challenges, discuss how they've navigated student behavior, workload and burnout, and reflect on the lessons learned along the way. Listeners will gain a genuine look into the heart of teaching- the trials, tribulations, and deep rewards that come with shaping young minds.

Host Chloe Rafada and Mrs. Castaneda discuss the best methods for instructing English Language Leaner (ELL) students on the “School’s Back in Session” podcast. Together, they examine, practical methods that teachers can use to help ELL students succeed in the classroom, such as boosting language proficiency, encouraging inclusivity, modifying lesson plans, and utilizing interactive and visual learning strategies. In this episode, we talk about how teachers can use communication techniques cultu