Issues in Education.net: Recent Episodes
Issues in Education.net
Issues in Education is a nationally recognized platform for interviews with thought leaders bringing innovative ideas to transform education and business.
As an advocate for social emotional learning, Dr. Velvet Smith talks about associated programs including the BOSS Program. She also talks to us about trauma informed practices. . . . Issuesineducation.net
Email: Velvet.Smith@portsk12.com
Navigating the new landscape with new equity policies. Malia Lewis fills us in on the progress in her district. She also discusses their pandemic response and achievement gaps. . . . Issuesineducation.net
Facebook: @MaliaLewis4SchoolBoard
Dr. Walker is involved in a number of different programs, all in the name of bettering her community. Listen in and learn about ACE’s. She talks about what prompted the program, and what the response was. . . . issuesineducation.net
Emmanuel Capers is working overtime to support his district. He walks us through Paterson After Three, developing school program educational choices and how they are handling the pandemic. . . . Issuesineducation.net
Big moves are being made in the Jefferson Parish Public School District. Ricky Johnson Sr. tells us about some community outreach, how he became involved, and what equity looks like in the district. . . . Issuesineducation.net LinkedIn: /ricky-johnson-521441154/
Diijon saw how his mother struggled as a single parent with several siblings in school. This drove him to try and make a difference in the school system. Diijon talks about the program My Brother’s Keeper, Equity during Covid, and the massive Parental Involvement Crisis. . . . issuesineducation.net
Diijon DaCosta Socials: Instagram: @dacosta.dekalb Linkedin: diijon-b-dacosta-44904a105 Twitter: @DacostaDekalb
Being a board member can be a thankless job, however Simeon Dickerson tells us about how rewarding it is to serve. He also talks about rebuilding after hurricanes, making big decisions, and tips for new board members. . . . issuesineducation.net
What is Equity to you? Well, Ms. Ruth Veales tells us what it means to her, and how using data can make our kids' lives more equitable. She also discusses the responsibility of a school board. . . . issuesineducation.net
Students are a wealth of information. Because of that, Rev. Althea Greene likes to keep an open forum between her and the students. Althea also talks about the mask mandate, and the future of her district. . . . issuesineducation.net
There are many detours to equity, Dr. N.J. Akbar gives us insight into what to look for. Also in the discussion are guidelines to equity and board leadership. . . . issuesineducation.net Akronschools.com Nakbar@apslearns.org
What is STEAM? Joseph Davis from the Ferguson-Florissant School District fills us in. He also talks to us about developing career paths, and the expectations for teachers. . . . issuesineducation.net
Every school district had their own way of handling the pandemic, learn Pembroke School District #259's strategy. Tonia Jones-Lafi discusses the difference between private and public school, as well as, the changes in influence from principal to school board. . . . issuesineducation.net
Every child has a different educational experience unique to them. Vick Hatter tells us that recognizing that, could work in our benefit. She also discusses Little Rock Arkansas demographic, and opportunity beyond paper. . . . issuesineducation.net
Good teachers are high in demand across the country. Curtis Valentine tells us how looking at diversity in teaching will benefit us all. He also talks about the importance of engaged fathers, and the direction of innovation in education. . . . issuesineducation.net
Implementation of equity in a school district is no easy task. According to Dr. Teague, The School Funding Reform Act of 2008 made that reality more attainable. Dr. Corey Teague also talks about parent engagement and the importance of art. . . . issuesineducation.net
The School Funding Reform Act of 2008 https://tinyurl.com/2p89567m
Poor building quality equals poor student performance. Shantell Roberts talks about the great things that the 21st Century School Program is doing in their district, and how this will correlate to better student outcomes. Shantell also speaks about the R3 program and how the community engages. . . . issuesineducation.net
Teens are teaching in the classroom! Emmanuella tells us why this is constructive for everyone. She also tells us about the community response and what the future looks like for teen leadership in the classroom. . . . issuesineducation.net
Stephanie Love went from concerned parent to school board member when she saw room for improvement at the school where her son was attending. She shares her journey, as well as her thoughts on mental health, systemic racism, and the school to prison pipeline. . . . issuesineducation.net
Equity means something a little bit different at every school. Ray Freeman tells us how his school district handles equity. Also in discussion is public school funding, and how the district manages their safety measures. . . . issuesineducation.net
Blanca Trout details the Ending the Silence program through NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness), and the effects of COVID, externally and internally, on students in her school district. . . . issuesineducation.net
Trauma informed practices is probably not a phrase all of us know yet, but we have seen how a child with a traumatic background performs at school. Trauma informed practices hope to target those issues. In addition to general equity in the school, Erika Mitchell also discusses bullying and sex trafficking. . . . issuesineducation.org
Devin Del Palacio is not only a school district president he is also a father, which gives him real skin in the game. He tells us the challenges of Covid, the pressure teachers are under in the modern day, and the true responsibilities of a school district. . . . issuesineducation.org
In this talk, Charlie Wilson tackles the student achievement gap from a different perspective. Attempting to teach students who think convergently and those who think divergently, differently. . . . issuesineducation.edu
Being the Past President for Arizona School Boards has many challenges. Steven Chapman details them in this interview about future ready schools, their community oriented board process, and the importance of student focused leadership. . . . issuesineducation.net
Data is a big topic among all professions. It's been a topic in education in the past. Nikkie Whaley shows us how data, if used correctly, can be used to provide equity to students. . . . issuesineducation.edu
From parent to board leader, Synathia Harris details her experience as a concerned community member. Synathia also speaks about parental involvement, lack of funding, and exploitation in our schools. . . . issuesineducation.net
Find out what a board executive officer does, and why their job is so important in the school system decision making process. . . . issuesineducation.net
Return on investment in education, equal does not mean equitable, and discovering challenges for teachers, are a just a few of the topics covered in this talk. McKissack has had a long career in education, and we were happy to have the opportunity to talk to her. . . . issuesineducation.net
Shelby County Schools has won CUBE school district of the year two years in a row! It's no mystery how after listening to the compassion Miska Clay Bibbs has about her district. She discusses her work during COVID, becoming a 1 to 1 device district, and Memphis equity issues. . . . issuesineducation.net
Alena Bell tells us about her role at Franklin Special School District, how she became a school board member, and therapy dogs! . . . issuesineducation.net
COVID has uprooted our regular schedules, and the school is no different. Dr. Marcus Alexander tells us about Pembroke School District's COVID response, politics during COVID, and proper utilization of financial resources. . . . go to issuesineducation.org for more.
Educational Equity is a process that is reaching into schools. Listen to this interview to find out why, and what role Sherita Love has, from The Education Equity Center of St. Louis.
Lindbergh Early Childhood Education Center was designed with care. Dr. Charlene Ziegler, Principal of Lindbergh Early Childhood Education, discusses some of the process of the design, what children think, and her favorite traits of the school. . . . Ittner Architects: ittnerarchitects.com Lindbergh Early Childhood Education: go.lindberghschools.ws/Page/25
An environment heavily influences a child’s development. Jolene Levin, from NorvaNivel, discusses creating environments that foster collaboration, ignite a sense of curiosity, engage kids in learning, and set them up for a life of learning! . . . Ittner Architects: ittnerarchitects.com/about NorvaNivel: norvanivel.com/
The way we design early childhood classrooms can play a big role in how children develop. Author and specialist, Dr. Sandra Duncan, tells us how. . . . Ittner Architects: ittnerarchitects.com/about Dr. Sandra Duncan: sandraduncan.com/
Butler School District 53 is building future ready schools. Superintendent Dr. Paul O'Malley tells us why these changes were necessary. Dr. O'Malley also gives us insight into their process in designing the new school features. . . . Ittner Architects: ittnerarchitects.com/about Butler School District: butler53.com
Co-author of international bestseller "Who Owns the Ice House? Eight Life Lessons From an Unlikely Entrepreneur," and CEO/Founder of the Entrepreneurial Learning Initiative Gary Schoeniger discusses how we can implement the entrepreneurial mindset in education.
Our new series "Leadership Tips" kicks off with University City, MO superintendent Dr. Sharonica Hardin-Bartley. She communicates her thoughts on how schools deal with trauma, equity, and COVID-19.
Dennis Young sits down with Mark Hubbard to talk about his company and how EDspaces adapted to a virtual conference this year.
NeoCity Academy High School Principal Michael Meechin, chats virtually with Dennis Young on technology, his school, and how COVID has effected them.
Film producer, author, and public speaker Ted Dintersmith talks with Dennis Young about what school could be and how to achieve that.
Deborah Kerr and Dennis Young discuss her run for Wisconsin State Superintendent of Public Instruction and more.
Darlene talks with Dennis Young about how companies are producing products for schools with COVID in mind.
Take a listen to this sneak peek from Michael Meechin's interview with Dennis Young on his groundbreaking NeoCity Academy High School.
Take a sneak peek at Dennis's interview with EDspaces 2020 keynote speaker, Ted Dintersmith.
During EDspaces 2019, Issues in Education founder Dennis Young sits with Kevin Dillon of EBI Furniture to talk on how important the feedback of educators is when designing a space. Kevin mentions that research shows that with this set up, enhanced learning becomes available and kids are more likely to participate.
Issues in Education founder Dennis Young chats with the chairmen of the board for EDspaces/EDmarkets, Greg Moore. While discussing a more inclusive and dynamic future for the conference, you hear about Greg’s own experience with traditional vs. dynamic learning.
During EDspaces 2019, Dr. Robert Dillon talks with NorvaNivel owner Jolene Levin. Jolene began her furniture company in Australia and it is now U.S. based. She discusses how her focus is on creating confidence around change and the positives it brings. Through listening to educators, she believes they are able to be a more future focused company.
During EDspaces 2019, Dr. Robert Dillon is joined by David Reid of Gould Evans architects to discuss how architecture plays a role education. They cover how the skills needed to transition from school to work are becoming known as enterprise skills. No longer is a good GPA and perfect record a guarantee for a job. Universal Design for Learning allows for accessible learning for a diverse range of students. Combining the designers and educators in the design process gives schools a chance to find their purpose.
Steve Samikkannu is general manager of AmTab, a designer, manufacturer and provider of furnishings for learning environments. He talks to Dr. Bob Dillon about flexible furniture and increased student participation in activities when held in student cafe and cafeteria spaces.
Ben Schwarm, Deputy Executive Director of the Illinois Association of School Boards, sits down with Dennis Young from Issues in Education during the IASB, IASA, IASBO Joint Annual Conference in Chicago, Illinois. Dennis and Ben discuss how IASB supports its members, from monitoring the new funding changes in Springfield, to ensuring the conference runs smoothly, plus a new update to the IASB website! Ben Schwarm and IASB make sure members get the most out of the organization.
John Dale, FAIA - Principal of HED Architects in Los Angeles, sits down with Issues in Education's John Cordogan to discuss his work as the co-founder of the Council on Open Building. They also talk about Dale's history as an architect and experience designing schools.
To learn more about the Council on Open Building, please visit their website: www.councilonopenbuilding.org
Susan Hilton, Director of Government Relations for the Illinois Association of School Boards, sits down with Dennis Young on Issues and Education to talk about federal advocacy and the work IASB does advocating for Illinois school districts on a local, state and national level.
Steve Olson, Superintendent of the Community High School District No. 155 in Crystal Lake, Illinois, is interviewed by Dennis Young, founder of Issues in Education. They discuss the strategic planning process during EdSpaces 2019. They also talk about the importance of the collaborative approach and the engagement of the community as stakeholders in school design.
Dr. Tom Bertrand on Issues in Education at the IASB, IASBO, IASA 2019 Joint Annual Conference is interviewed by Dennis Young. Dr. Bertrand discusses the role of Illinois Association of School Boards and the resources it provides to school boards across the state of Illinois.
Dr. Sherry Eagle, the Emeritus Director of the Institute for Collaboration sits down with Dennis Young at the IASB, IASBO, IASA Joint Conference in Chicago, IL to talk about the success of the John C. Dunham STEM Partnership School at Aurora University and how its being used as a model for the Proposed North Lawndale STEAM Partnership Academy. Dr. Eagle talks about the importance of collaboration between educators in both the PK-12 and Higher Education fields, as well as local business, and the community at large. She is interviewed by Dennis Young, founder of Issues in Education and CEO of Ittner Architects.
Peter Exley, president-elect of the American Institute of Architects, is interviewed by Issues in Education Founder Dennis Young at the IASB Joint Conference in Chicago.
Karina Ruiz, the Principal of BRIC Architecture in Portland, OR, sits down with Dennis Young at EDspaces 2019 to discuss holistic design for education, engaging educators in their spaces, and school safety.
Sandra Soraci from Interface Americas Inc. and Dr. Robert Dillon discuss the importance of flooring products in educational spaces and Interface's holistic approach from design through maintenance and into life cycle management.
Dr. Lennie Scott-Webber joins Dennis Young on Issues in Education from the EDspaces 2019 conference. Dr. Scott-Webber and Dennis discuss her history as an academic and her work to define the value of design in educational environments.
Dr. Robert Dillon and Steve Jende from Interface discuss sustainability in flooring products, Interface's drive towards a more sustainable future, and the importance of sustainability to today's students.
Paul Timm, vice president of Facility Engineering Associates, is a board-certified Physical Security Professional (PSP), the author of School Security: How to Build and Strengthen a School Safety Program, and a nationally acclaimed expert in physical security. He is interviewed by Dennis Young, founder of Issues in Education and CEO of Wm. B. Ittner, Architects Inc.
Issues in Education founder Dennis Young interviews recovering high School English teacher, education visionary and EDspaces keynote speaker Tony Wagner, who shares his insight into how leaders in education can shape the young people who will change the world.