Chalk Talk: Recent Episodes
Erick Hamilton
On Chalk Talk Radio Show, Erick is redefining the role of parents in schools by providing them with information, guidance, and a venue to learn from each other. The three pillars of his approach to parent engagement are academics, accountability, and advocacy which empower parents to better support success at the child, school, and system level. Each show will include an interview with an educational thought leader or discussion of a current event or report of relevance to parents of school age children; “Talk Back,” where you can call in or email comments and questions for response and discussion by Erick and his guests; “News You Can Use,” which provides education news relevant to parents; and “Spotlight on Education,” which highlights schools and systems that are taking an innovative approach to parent engagement.
Are you ready to take and pass your next big exam? Parents, learn how to get your child ready for the next big exam! Chalk Talk will cover the ABC's of test talking skills! Get ready to learn and become an empowered parent with Erick Hamilton!
The show will demonstrate effective parental engagement by discussing the need for a road map for K-12. The host will share insight from the perspective of a teacher to discuss the functional roles of elementary , middle and high school. This three part series will serve as a guide for parents on the many complex issues within the three stages of public school. Host will expand the conversations by sharing insights from outstanding teachers from around the nation with proven academic records of student success!
Given the rise in gun related deaths in America, children are facing more and more violence at a younger age. Given the number of violent video games, T.V. shows and some rap songs, parents must take a stand on this issue of being proactive in their child's life and this show will address this concern. Guest Host Kim Fuller of Change is Personal from Voice America will talk with the Host Erick Hamilton about parenting, schools and violence! Tune into Chalk Talk with Erick Hamilton on Voice America!
This show will exam the question Is your Child Ready for High School? with thoughtful conversations with Erick Hamilton host of Chalk Talk. Parents, if you have a child going into high school next year, this is your show for great content by a high school teacher of ten years. Erick Hamilton will break down high school by grade level, subject matter, and social events. This show is the last in a series called What is your Academic Road Map for Success?: The High School years! Tune in and listen, learn and go be empowered for your child education!
This show will discuss the quality of school lunch programs for students attending many public schools. Should parents have concerns about the type of foods consumed every day? According to our guest, we should watch what our schools are giving our children. This show will feature a medical doctor Dr Myers Joesph to talk about health eating for students of all ages and how to pack the best lunches for long school days. If you are asking why school lunch programs are consider by some as poor in quality, this show will educate the parent on how to address this important issues with school leaders. Tune in to Chalk Talk with Erick Hamilton and ask your question!
On Chalk Talk, host Erick Hamilton will exam the concerns expressed by parents about the current state of public schools in America. Topics to be discussed during this weekly broadcast will include the following: the role of Parent Teachers groups, teacher students ratios and effective teaching techniques. This free flowing format will engage parents with insight, wisdom and purpose! If you have a question about education, please call and join the show!
This show will provide parents the opportunity to discuss middle school trends in education! Many educators view the middle years as the most challenging stage of school . As a parent, what plan of action will you put in place to ensure academic success for your child? The host of Chalk Talk Erick Hamilton and middle school expert Tomeko Vick will break down middle school education! Parents of middle school students should tune in and become empowered to act for their child!
This second part series of What is your Road Map for Academic Success K-12 will discuss the primary grades of K-5. During this show, the host Erick Hamilton will provide parents with effective conversations around parent engagement in building higher academic skills in reading and math. This show will feature a guest from a leader in educational innovation -Family Friendly Schools. Dr Joni Samples will engage parents with skill building conversations for academic success!
The show will demonstrate effective parental engagement by discussing the need for a road map for K-12. The host will share insight from the perspective of a teacher to discuss the functional roles of elementary , middle and high school. This three part series will serve as a guide for parents on the many complex issues within the three stages of public school. Host will expand the conversations by sharing insights from outstanding teachers from around the nation with proven academic records of student success!
This show will establish Chalk Talk as a leader in educational dialogue for parents. The host Erick Hamilton will exam the role of effective parents within schools, discuss various educational topics and outline steps for academic success for all students. Within this one hour show, parents will ask questions about the role of parents school today!