Lessons from the Field - Episode 50 Duration: 00:37:07 Guests: Kristina Waugh (principal), Andy Langford (science teacher), Brianne Welser (social studies teacher), Shaun Mauser (librarian), Debika Ingham (math teacher) - Ann Richards School for Young Women Leaders Lessons from the Field engages staff members from the Austin Independent School District about teaching and learning in our community. Discussions focus on various education topics and how they impact and empower teachers and students. Ranked among the best schools in Texas and the United States, the Ann Richards School for Young Women Leaders comprises a community of girls who are committed to building their communities—and to changing the world. The all-girls school prepares sixth- through 12th-graders to make it to and through college with a healthy and well-balanced lifestyle. In addition to providing rigorous academics, ARS encourages all students to develop real-world service projects, which challenge them to lead with courage and compassion, while solving problems creatively and ethically. Ann Richards School for Young Women Leaders moved into a brand new campus in January 2021. The focus of today’s podcast is the impact of teaching and learning in a modernized learning environment. Website: Austin ISD Professional Learning Social Media: @AustinISDPL During this episode, we discuss: [2:36] The impact of the new campus on teaching and learning; [12:42] Building relationships with students and the school; [21:00] Making connections across the community; [25:20] A piece of advice Interested in Being a Guest? Complete this form!

Lessons from the Field - Episode 49 Duration: 00:37:20 Guests: Hannah Friedman (Literacy Instructional Coach), Celeste Steadman (5th Grade Bilingual), Jose Rodriguez (5th Grade Bilingual) - Jordan Elementary School Lessons from the Field engages staff members from the Austin Independent School District about teaching and learning in our community. Discussions focus on various education topics and how they impact and empower teachers and students. Website: Austin ISD Professional Learning Social Media: @AustinISDPL During this episode, we discuss: [3:41] Working with students, families, and community; [7:65] The start of school with 5th-grade bilingual students and campus staff; [13:47] Opportunities at the start of this school year; [17:46] Campus collaboration; [22:00] Community engagement; [27:09} A piece of advice Resources Interested in Being a Guest? Complete this form!

Lessons from the Field - Episode 48 Duration: 00:33:16 Guests: McCallum High School Science Teachers: Elise Baughman and Jace Klein Lessons from the Field engages staff members from the Austin Independent School District about teaching and learning in our community. Discussions focus on various education topics and how they impact and empower teachers and students. Elise Baughman teaches AP Chemistry, Forensic Science, and Scientific Research & Design at McCallum High School. She is also the Campus Innovation Connector and Assistant Tennis Coach. When she isn't at school Elise enjoys golfing, playing tennis, and spending time with her dogs outside. Jace Klein is a new teacher currently working through his first year at AISD and to the career overall. He is a graduate from UT Austin where he majored in Biology with a certificate focus on online education in a rural school setting. He is a chemistry and anatomy & physiology teacher at McCallum high school. Website: Austin ISD Professional Learning Social Media: @AustinISDPL During this episode, we discuss: [2:15] CONNECT Teacher Induction Program Welcome Week; [7:33] The start of school; [11:12] The science curriculum and new hires [14:01] What do you wish you had known? [19:52] An exciting part of the work [23:27] A piece of advice Interested in Being a Guest? Complete this form!

Lessons from the Field - Episode 47 Duration: 00:35:25 Guests: 4th Grade Dual Language Teachers: Yadi Landaverde (Houston ES), Santiago Tobajas-Herrera (Becker ES), Jocelin Aguilar - (Houston ES) Lessons from the Field engages staff members from the Austin Independent School District about teaching and learning in our community. Discussions focus on various education topics and how they impact and empower teachers and students. Yadi Landaverde grew up in the Valley and has three children that she enjoys spending time with and who keep her busy.  One of her passions is advocating for dual language and equity in her classroom and or school.  Jocelin Aguilar was born and raised in the border town of Laredo, Tx. She loves her roots but is enjoying the new adventures Austin and teaching has to offer. Santiago Tobajas-Herrera (@santitobajas) has a Bachelor of Arts in Education with a Major in Second or other Languages Acquisition and a Masters in Bilingual Education. He has eleven years of experience as an educator, curriculum writer as well as a trainer of educators. He is one of four brothers, passionate about life, and inspired by our differences and enthusiastic about continuously growing. Website: Austin ISD Professional Learning Social Media: @AustinISDPL During this episode, we discuss: [4:12} TIP Welcome Week and the work you did in your cohorts; [9:11] Supports provided during Welcome Week; [12:14] Building relationships and learning partnerships; [17:10] Something you wish you had known prior to the start of school; [22:19] Something that excites you about the work you are doing; 26:50] A piece of advice Resources Interested in Being a Guest? Complete this form!

Lessons from the Field - Episode 46 Duration: 00:40:31 Guests: Michelle Hernandez & Caitlin Kender: Professional Learning Coordinators and Kenneth Loyde: Social/Emotional Learning & Culturally Proficient Instruction Specialist Austin ISD Lessons from the Field engages staff members from the Austin Independent School District about teaching and learning in our community. Discussions focus on various education topics and how they impact and empower teachers and students. Website: Austin ISD Professional Learning Social Media: @AustinISDPL During this episode, we discuss: [3:21] What are learning partnerships and why are they important; [6:08] How do learning partnerships align with the work of SEL & CP&I; [8:00] How to get started and understanding learning partnerships; [19:24] The ethical tension of the work; [24:33} What do classrooms look like, sound like, feel like; 29:26] A piece of advice Resources National Equity Project; Culturally Responsive Teaching and the Brain - Zaretta Hammond; Black Leopard, Red Wolf - Marlon James; Black Out - Dhonielle Clayton, Tiffany D. Jackson, et al.; Ratchetdemic: Reimagining Academic Success - Dr. Christopher Emdin Interested in Being a Guest? Complete this form!

Lessons from the Field - Episode 45 Duration: 00:31:33 Guests: Statia Paschel, Director of Social & Emotional Learning and Cultural Proficiency & Inclusiveness, Austin ISD Lessons from the Field engages staff members from the Austin Independent School District about teaching and learning in our community. Discussions focus on various education topics and how they impact and empower teachers and students. Statia Paschel grew up in Charleston, SC and has been an educator for 18 years. During that time she has served her school community as a  Health/PE teacher, elementary classroom teacher, Interventionist, Instructional Coach and Administrator. She is driven to improve educational outcomes for students through transformative collaboration with multiple stakeholders. Website: Austin ISD Professional Learning Social Media: @AustinISDPL During this episode, we discuss: [2:48] Social & Emotional Learning and Cultural Proficiency & Inclusiveness in AISD; [6:45] Approaching teaching and learning from the students’ perspectives; [8:28]  Restorative practices; [13:19] The work of the SEL/CP&I team to start SY21-22; [19:05] Future projects and supports of the SEL/CP&I team; [22:06] How to reach out for support; [23:11] - A piece of advice Resources Finding your SEL/CPI Specialist What Happened to You? (Dr. Bruce Perry & Oprah Winfrey) Everyday Antiracism: Getting Real about Race in School (Mica Pollock) Interested in Being a Guest? Complete this form!

Lessons from the Field - Episode 44 Duration: 00:32:01 Guests: Michelle Hernandez and Josefina Hughes, Professional Learning Design Coordinators Lessons from the Field engages staff members from the Austin Independent School District about teaching and learning in our community. Discussions focus on various education topics and how they impact and empower teachers and students. Website: Austin ISD Professional Learning Social Media: @AustinISDPL During this episode, we discuss: [2:37] - What is AISD CONNECT; [8:08} - Learning series and companion BLEND (Canvas) course; [14:17] - Foundation of AISD CONNECT Learning Series; [16:15] - Social events as part of CONNECT [21:11] - How to reach out for support; [24:13] - A piece of advice Resources AISD CONNECT Course Interested in Being a Guest? Complete this form!

Lessons from the Field - Episode 43 Duration: 00:39:11 Guests: Danielle Perico, Director of STEM; Jessica Jolliffe, Director of Humanities; Laura Browder, Director of Technology Integration Lessons from the Field engages staff members from the Austin Independent School District about teaching and learning in our community. Discussions focus on various education topics and how they impact and empower teachers and students. Website: Austin ISD Professional Learning Social Media: @AustinISDPL During this episode, we discuss: [1:39] - Austin ISD academic focus for SY2021-22;  [9:42] - Accelerated learning, unfinished learning, and AISD Blueprints;  [16:15] - Curriculum design;  [25:27] - SEL and CP&I in the Blueprints;  [28:18] - How can a staff member reach out for support;  [31:18] - A piece of advice Resources Meet your Tech Design Specialist Balance with Blended Learning - Catlin R. Tucker Better Conversations - Jim Knight The Cruelest Miles - Gay Salisbury Interested in Being a Guest? Complete this form!

Lessons from the Field - Episode 42 Duration: 00:42:46 Guests: Dr. Jane Ross: Executive Director of Social & Emotional Wellness and Systems of Support, Austin ISD; Dr. Suzanne Newell: Executive Director of Curriculum & Instruction, Austin ISD; Dr. Joseph Allen: Director in the Office of Equity, Austin ISD Lessons from the Field engages staff members from the Austin Independent School District about teaching and learning in our community. Discussions focus on various education topics and how they impact and empower teachers and students. Website: Austin ISD Professional Learning Social Media: @AustinISDPL Episode 42 focuses on educational equity and reimagining learning in the Austin ISD. Dr. Ross, Dr. Newell, and Dr. Allen shared a similar message with the AISD instructional-based new hires at the Teacher Induction Program District Celebration on August 2, 2021. During this episode, we discuss: What is educational equity in AISD [2:20];  What does educational equity look like [8:55];  The impact of the pandemic [21:05];  A piece of advice from our guests [29:00] Resources Dr. Peniel Joseph - The Sword and the Shield Matt Haig - The Midnight Library Dr. Bettina Love - We Want to Do More than Survive Interested in Being a Guest? Complete this form!

Lessons from the Field engages staff members from the Austin Independent School District about teaching and learning in our community. Discussions focus on various education topics and how they impact and empower teachers and students. Website: Austin ISD Professional Learning Social Media: @AustinISDPL Episode 41 features David Reinhart, the Director of Professional Learning in the Austin Independent School District. During this episode, we discuss: Professional learning focus for the start of the SY2021-22 [3:22] Equity and culturally responsive instruction [7:19] Onboarding new hires [9:45] Pivots to support staff [13:40] Exciting parts of the work [20:40] Learning and discoveries [24:50] A piece of advice [28:00] Interested in Being a Guest? Complete this form! Join me next week when my guests include Dr. Jane Ross, Dr. Suzanne Newell, and Dr. Joseph Allen!