In this episode, I speak with two amazing women who support multicultural families and multilingual learners in the Nashville area. Megan Trcka manages the Students with Interrupted Formal Education (SIFE) Program where she serves over 300 students that represent 10 different home countries. Vanessa Lazon works for the Office of English Learners as the EL Family & Community Specialist where she advocates for immigrants and refugees by connecting them to appropriate resources and supporting them as they navigate existing systems.

The Heart Work equips educators and change agents with tools to implement trauma-informed practices that are equity centered, specifically for multicultural students. We can strive to collectively heal our education system through building relationships with communities and families and prioritizing social emotional practices. Listen for specific practices you can implement in your classroom, culturally relevant conversations, and insight from experts in the Nashville community. Join us as we advocate for collective healing for all students!