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098P: Literacy, Money, and Joy: Building a Generation of Changemakers with Dr. De'Shawn Washington
Jun 23, 2026
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097: Embracing AI, SEL, and Student Voice with Stephanie Clinise
May 26, 2026
53m 37s
096: The Soft Life: Humanizing Math and Learning with Dr. Natalie Odom Pough
May 13, 2026
41m 14s
095: Possibility as a Practice with Thom Stecher
May 7, 2026
42m 30s
094: The Resilience Loop: How Facing Discomfort Builds Inner Strength with Josephine Hunt
Apr 15, 2026
31m 41s
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| 6/23/26 | ![]() 098P: Literacy, Money, and Joy:
Building a Generation of Changemakers with Dr. De'Shawn Washington | What does it mean to truly prepare students for life?In episode 98 of SELinEDU, I sit down with Dr. De'Shawn Washington, 2024 Massachusetts Teacher of the Year and founder of Cultivating Changemakers, for a conversation that weaves together three things every student deserves: the ability to read, the knowledge to manage money, and the freedom to learn with joy.We dig into why over 60% of Massachusetts third graders are reading below grade level, why less than 10% of students are getting financial literacy education, and why neither of those things can be fixed without joy at the center of how we teach.Dr. Washington reminds us that joy is not a reward for academic success. It lives within us, and it is our job as educators to help students find it, name it, and keep it.This one is worth your full attention.Connect with Dr. Washington via his website and LinkedIn! | — | ||||||
| 5/26/26 | ![]() 097: Embracing AI, SEL, and Student Voice with Stephanie Clinise✨ | AI in educationstudent voice+4 | Stephanie Clinise | — | — | AIeducation+5 | — | 53m 37s | |
| 5/13/26 | ![]() 096: The Soft Life: Humanizing Math and Learning with Dr. Natalie Odom Pough✨ | humanizing mathjoyful learning+4 | Dr. Natalie Odom Pough | Resonance Education | — | math educationjoyful learning+5 | — | 41m 14s | |
| 5/7/26 | ![]() 095: Possibility as a Practice with Thom Stecher✨ | possibilitymindset+5 | Thom Stecher | Resonance Education | — | possibilitymindset+8 | — | 42m 30s | |
| 4/15/26 | ![]() 094: The Resilience Loop: How Facing Discomfort Builds Inner Strength with Josephine Hunt✨ | resilienceemotional wealth+4 | Josephine Hunt | The Four AgreementsDealing with Feelings | — | resilienceemotional health+6 | — | 31m 41s | |
| 4/2/26 | ![]() 093: Clarity First: Why School Initiatives Stall with Casey Watts✨ | clarity in educationschool initiatives+3 | Casey Watts | Resonance EducationThe Craft of Clarity | — | clarityschool initiatives+5 | — | 45m 34s | |
| 3/18/26 | ![]() 092: The Psychological Safety Gradient with Chase Mielke✨ | psychological safetystudent participation+4 | Chase Mielke | Resonance Education | — | psychological safetyclassroom engagement+6 | — | 37m 10s | |
| 2/16/26 | ![]() 090: How Small, Intentional SEL Moves Create Big Instructional Shifts with Brittany Christiansen✨ | social emotional learninginstructional strategies+3 | Brittany Christiansen | Pennsylvania educator | — | SEL warmupsliteracy+5 | — | 27m 06s | |
| 2/11/26 | ![]() 091: How Shifts In Perspective Can Transform Learning And Leadership with Thom Stecher✨ | perspective shiftsclassroom climate+5 | Thom Stecher | Resonance Education | — | perspectiveempathy+5 | — | 41m 36s | |
| 2/4/26 | ![]() 089: Designing Uncheatable Learning With Story, Agency, And Real Audiences with Michael Hernandez✨ | assessmentsocial emotional learning+3 | Michael Hernandez | Resonance Education | — | uncheatable learningSEL+5 | — | 31m 58s | |
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| 1/21/26 | ![]() 088: Why School Meetings Stall and How Simple Shifts Get Them Moving with Chris Fenning✨ | school meetingscommunication+3 | Chris Fenning | Resonance Education | — | staff meetingsagendas+3 | — | 36m 19s | |
| 1/7/26 | ![]() 087: From Routines To Agency: How A High School Teacher Integrates SEL Daily with Trevor Conde✨ | social emotional learninghigh school education+4 | Trevor Conde | Resonance Education | — | SELeducation+5 | — | 54m 09s | |
| 12/17/25 | ![]() 086: How Routines, Safety, And Science Turn Students Into Readers with Dr. Steven Underwood✨ | literacyreading instruction+4 | Dr. Steven Underwood | Resonance Education | — | readingliteracy+5 | — | 46m 47s | |
| 12/3/25 | ![]() 085: Compassionate Coaching with Kathy Perret and Kenny McKee✨ | coachingteacher agency+4 | Kathy PerretKenny McKee | Compassionate Coaching | — | coachingeducation+5 | — | 37m 22s | |
| 11/12/25 | ![]() 084: Leading with Less: The Power of Minimalist Leadership with Tammy Musiowsky and Christine Arnold | Leading a school shouldn’t feel like juggling flaming clipboards. Tammy Musiowsky and Christine Arnold join us to share how minimalist leadership turns a noisy school ecosystem into a coherent one by aligning purpose, editing systems, and removing friction that wastes energy and time. They unpack the Triple P (purpose, priorities, pare down) and the Five Rs (reimagine, remove, repurpose, reinvest, refine) to show how small, smart edits in communication, operations, and culture create outsized gains for teachers and students. We explore why interdependence matters: when leaders are stretched or unclear, stress cascades through the whole community. Tammy and Christine walk through concrete ways to “buy back” time by blocking deep work, backmapping deadlines, simplifying meetings, and building buffer zones so people can think. They make a powerful case that simplifying raises the level of thinking by freeing attention for strategy, feedback, and relationships. Along the way, we get candid about tradeoffs, boundaries, and the signals leaders send without realizing it. A head-up greeting, a cleaner email, and a tighter agenda can shift the emotional climate of a hallway, a team, and a school day. If you’re craving fewer initiatives and more impact, this conversation delivers practical edits you can make next week, plus a mindset that keeps them sticking. We share favorite chapters on time and well-being, talk through tool choices and timelines, and highlight how to reduce friction in your own role, even without a formal title. EPISODE RESOURCES:Connect with Tammy and Christine via the Plan Z website, Tammy's Instagram, LinkedIn (Tammy), LinkedIn (Christine).Read their books:The Minimalist TeacherYour School Leadership Edit: A Minimalist Approach to Rethinking Your School Ecosystem | — | ||||||
| 10/29/25 | ![]() 083: Belonging and Bringing Homemade Macaroni to the Potluck with Dr. Sheldon Eakins | What if belonging wasn’t a poster or a pep talk, but a practice you could measure, build, and sustain? We sit down with Dr. Sheldon Eakins to unpack how leadership choices shape whether students feel accepted, supported, and included. From turning speaking engagements into chapters to designing a student belonging survey, Dr. Eakins shows how to move from intent to impact with tools any school can use.We dig into inclusion and assimilation, and why asking students to “fit in” by quietly shedding their identity undermines achievement. Sheldon shares how to audit rituals and traditions, align mission and vision with lived culture, and break down silos between special education, multilingual learning, and general education. His potluck metaphor reframes the work: bring homemade, not boxed. Craft environments where every learner sees themselves on the table and feels safe enough to try something new.Teachers will find concrete ideas to swap “classroom management” for community-building: co-create agreements, build respectful relationships, and design projects that connect standards to students’ lives. We also explore attachment theory across K–12, showing how even 50 minutes can become a secure base for growth. And for the time-starved, Sheldon offers a pragmatic take on AI: use it to draft plans and personalize entry points, then spend your energy on feedback, facilitation, and care. If you’re ready to lead with clarity and purpose, and to build a culture where identity fuels learning, this conversation is your roadmap. EPISODE RESOURCES:Connect with Dr. Sheldon Eakins via his website, Instagram, and LinkedIn. Check out Dr. Eakin's books:Leading Equity: Becoming an Advocate for All StudentsWhat Are You Bringing to the Potluck?: How School Leaders Set the Table for a Community of BelongingMeaningful Classroom Management: Adapting Your Teaching to Build Culture and Community | — | ||||||
| 10/14/25 | ![]() 082: What the Mountain Teaches, the Valley Proves: Nurturing Brave Voices with Craig Aarons-Martin | The first breath of the conversation is gratitude, and from there it builds into a grounded, courageous blueprint for how belonging becomes real. We sit down with Craig Aarons-Martin, CEO of CCM Education Group, to unpack the craft of creating brave spaces in schools and communities, not as a slogan, but as a daily practice shaped by rituals, reciprocal relationships, and stories that center joy without denying the weight of the moment.Craig shares how his morning rhythm shapes the way he leads culture, equity, and SEL work across classrooms and organizations. He names the mountain and the valley: the mountaintop for its vantage point, the valley for its lessons. That frame powers his new book on brave spaces for LGBTQ+ youth, including the breakthrough chapter on advocacy that documents resilience, tactics, and light. We explore what it means to give “a cup of courage,” how to tell stories that invite action, and why the most effective change starts with regulating our nervous systems so we can co-regulate with students.If you’re building cultures of belonging, leading SEL initiatives, or searching for practical ways to champion LGBTQ+ and Black boys’ brilliance, this conversation is your map and your spark. EPISODE RESOURCES:Connect with Craig via his LinkTree, Instagram, LinkedIn, and his website. Check out Craig's book and podcast:Black Boy Joy Blueprint Journal: A Guide to Identity, Dreams & LeadershipBrave Voices podcast | — | ||||||
| 10/1/25 | ![]() 081: From Compliance to Curiosity: Curriculum Leadership with Michael Fisher and Dr. Steven Weber | Want a curriculum that students can’t wait to engage with? We sit down with authors Michael Fisher and Dr. Steven Weber to unpack a fresh, visual playbook for curriculum leadership that swaps compliance for curiosity and puts student agency, trust, and transfer at the center. Instead of dense theory, they created an illustrated, desk-ready handbook that leaders can use in five minutes to make better decisions on the same day.We delve into what “contemporary” really means: understanding learners deeply, designing for the whole child, and fostering cultures where conversations matter more than binders. Michael and Steven share practical self-assessment tools that help teams identify their current state across vision, collaboration, data-informed decisions, and adaptability, then choose the next right move. We explore leadership stances, ranging from the dreaded “snoopervisor” to the motivator who earns trust, provides purposeful feedback, and fosters capacity growth. Along the way, we tackle teaching current events without the landmines, scaffolding that lifts rather than limits, and the kind of personalized learning that actually prompts transfer.If you’re a principal, coach, or teacher leader ready to move from static maps to living systems, this conversation offers clear language, actionable visuals, and guiding questions to bring your team along.EPISODE RESOURCES:Connect with Mike Fisher via his website, Instagram, and LinkedIn.Connect with Dr. Steven Weber via his website and LinkedIn.Check out their new book, Contemporary Curriculum Leadership, on the School Rubric site. | — | ||||||
| 8/20/25 | ![]() 078: Student-Centered Mentoring with Dr. Amanda Brueggeman | What if teacher mentoring focused less on checklists and more on students? Dr. Amanda Brueggeman revolutionizes the traditional approach to supporting new educators with her student-centered mentoring framework.Drawing from over 20 years of educational experience, Amanda reveals how transforming mentoring relationships from one-directional knowledge transfers into collaborative partnerships creates profound ripple effects throughout school communities. Her approach places student success at the core of professional learning conversations, building collective teacher efficacy, which research shows has one of the highest impacts on student achievement.The conversation challenges long-held assumptions about teacher development. Rather than positioning experienced teachers as perfect experts with nothing to learn, Amanda advocates for vulnerability and a growth mindset from both parties. This reciprocity not only honors the fresh perspectives new teachers bring but models the exact qualities we hope to develop in students.By structuring mentoring conversations around evidence of student learning rather than procedural compliance, teachers develop richer pedagogical understanding while naturally incorporating student voice into instructional decisions. Ready to reimagine how you support teachers in your school?EPISODE RESOURCES:Connect with Dr. Amanda Brueggeman via LinkedIn and her website.Read her articles:Student-Centered Mentoring: Keeping Students at the Heart of New Teachers’ Learning (Corwin, 2022).3 Key Areas to Monitor in Your New Teacher Induction Program Using Collaborative Strategies to Retain New Teachers AND Their Mentors Are We Asking the Right Questions? Reflecting with New Teachers | — | ||||||
| 2/5/25 | ![]() 070: Redefining Education through Deeper Learning with Dr. Scott McLeod | What happens when an introvert steps onto the stage to ignite a revolution in education? Join us as we welcome Dr. Scott McLeod, a trailblazer in educational leadership from the University of Colorado, Denver. Scott shares his unique journey, balancing his introverted nature with his passion for "making learning less boring" and the profound influence of his groundbreaking "Did You Know?" video on the educational landscape. This personal reflection sets the stage for a captivating conversation about innovation in teaching, highlighted by an intriguing story involving superintendents and a playful "dude" card game designed to rethink technology in classrooms.Explore the transformative power of Deeper Learning via The Four Shifts Protocol as we navigate its intersection with culturally responsive pedagogy, social-emotional learning, and inquiry-based learning. We challenge the traditional educational models prioritizing rote memorization, advocating instead for an approach that embraces equity and belonging. Through the lens of the pedagogical triangle, we examine how innovative curriculum designs like embedded honors courses can dismantle barriers and promote student-driven pathways. This engaging episode is a call to action for educators and schools to embrace their broader mission, ensuring equitable support for every student amidst the challenges of federal funding and resource disparities.EPISODE RESOURES:Connect with Dr. Scott McLeod via his website, Instagram, Bluesky, and LinkedInThe Four Shifts ProtocolHarnessing Technology for Deeper Learning (quick quide)Leadership for Deeper LearningRigor or Vigor: What do we want for our children?Deeper Learning Requires Deeper RelationshipsGetting Smart website | — | ||||||
| 10/16/24 | ![]() 064: Building Bridges: Family Engagement Strategies with Kevin Hopkins | Join us for an enlightening conversation where Krista and Craig set the stage with heartfelt reflections on their lives before introducing their remarkable guest, Kevin Hopkins. Kevin, a family engagement professional dedicated to at-risk communities, shares his inspiring journey from East St. Louis. His upbringing, steeped in strong family bonds and community support, has deeply influenced his mission to connect educators, students, and their families. By emphasizing the pivotal role of home life in shaping a student's educational experience, Kevin's story reminds us that true Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) transcends classroom boundaries.Discover the power of parental involvement as we discuss Kevin's efforts to engage caregivers from preschool to 12th grade. Kevin walks us through creating and implementing programs to equip parents with the tools to support their children's learning and well-being. From workshops on financial planning and healthy living to the use of data for measuring the effectiveness of these initiatives, we explore strategies that make parent engagement more impactful. Kevin underscores the significance of a unified strategy in fostering educational success by shifting from localized preschool efforts to a district-wide approach.The episode explores practical methods for effective family-school communication and the distinction between mere attendance and genuine engagement. We highlight the importance of proactive relationship-building to foster trust and avoid re-traumatizing parents with past negative school experiences. Weekly virtual meetings and community workshops create a supportive environment for parents, teachers, and students. Tune in to hear about Kevin's efforts in promoting early childhood education, the value of virtual resources, and the joy of community engagement. It's a joy that we can all share in. EPISODE RESOURCES:Purchase Kevin's Book: Dakota Doesn't Have to Worry: A fully illustrated children's book | — | ||||||
| 10/2/24 | ![]() 063: Creating Healing-Centered Educational Environments with Shannon Hawkins | How do we create learning environments that genuinely heal and nurture every child? In this episode of SELinEDU, we welcome Shannon Hawkins, founder and CEO of Leading A(head) Collaborative, to share her profound insights on transforming education through social and emotional learning (SEL). We start with reflections on the soothing power of water and the surprising weather, setting a serene mood for our discussion. Shannon's journey, inspired by her grandmother's story of resilience in Jamaica, reveals the profound importance of building healing-centered communities to support historically marginalized groups and combat toxic stress.We explore the vital partnership between schools and families in enriching children's education. Shannon highlights the crucial need for schools to provide platforms where families can share their valuable experiences and cultural strengths. With the concept of "Freedom Dreams," we envision how visionary thinking can revolutionize the educational landscape, especially in these challenging times marked by economic pressures and the impacts of multiple pandemics. This conversation underscores the importance of acknowledging and utilizing the cultural and linguistic assets that families contribute to the educational ecosystem and the necessity of collaboration.Finally, we delve into the critical role of emotionally responsive adults in children's healing process. Shannon references impactful work, including "The Boy Who Was Raised as a Dog" and insights from Dr. Barbara Sorrels, to illustrate how educators and caregivers can create nurturing environments. We discuss Leading A(head) Collaborative's successful after-school programs that educate parents and teachers on toxic stress, trauma, and SEL, emphasizing the transformative power of compassion and empathy in schools. Reflecting on the importance of collective well-being and collaboration, we celebrate the communal spirit toward creating supportive and transformative educational spaces for every student.EPISODE RESOURCES: Connect with Shannon via her website, LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, The Four Pivots: Reimagining Justice, Reimagining Ourselves by Shawn Ginwright, Ph.DDaring Greatly by Brene Brown, Ph.D., MSWFreedom Dreams by Robin D.G. KelleyThe Boy Who Was Raised as a Dog by Dr. Bruce Perry | — | ||||||
| 6/12/24 | ![]() 059: Navigating Parenthood, Education, and Technology with Stephanie Brown and Don Sturm | What happens when a chaotic mix-up with car keys leads to an unexpectedly hilarious adventure? Krista shares her comedic and stressful encounter with rental companies in our latest SEL in EDU episode. Meanwhile, Craig opens up about his emotional ups and downs, and his desperate need for a peaceful retreat. These personal moments set the scene for an insightful conversation with our guests, Stephanie Brown and Don Sturm, who enlighten us on the balance of emotional resilience in our roles as educators and caregivers.We delve into how technology shapes modern parenting, exploring how it can challenge and enrich family dynamics. Reflecting on our experiences, we touch on creating and maintaining boundaries, inspired by Jennifer Wallace's thought-provoking book Never Enough. The conversation extends to the inclusive nature of the term "caregivers," highlighting its importance in fostering a supportive environment for all children. Stephanie and Don add depth with their invaluable insights into fostering healthy relationships at home and in educational settings.From the joyful chaos of family bonding over cooking to the light-hearted musings about everyday choices like whether or not to wear stockings, we cover it all! Our discussion emphasizes the critical role of empathy, the value of laughter, and embracing imperfections. Join us for a heartfelt wrap-up as we encourage you to cherish your loved ones, model emotional resilience, and confidently continue your social-emotional learning journey. Whether you're a parent, educator, or caregiver, this episode offers something meaningful to take away.EPISODE RESOURCES:Connect with Stephanie and Don on Instagram.Listen to their CareU Podcast | — | ||||||
| 4/17/24 | ![]() 055: Nurturing Empathy and Inclusivity with Kelisa Wing | Discover what it means to harness the transformative power of social and emotional learning (SEL) in personal well-being and racial equity in education. Our conversation with Kelisa Wing, a trailblazer in advocating for justice and inclusion, unpacks the redefined competencies of SEL laid out by CASEL. Together, we navigate the intricate connections between hope, resilience, and empathy, especially amidst the challenges that people of color face in leadership roles. Kelisa, inspired by Dr. Cornel West, sheds light on the philosophy of being a 'prisoner of hope,' a poignant reflection as we examine the landscape of educational well-being and the influence of adult SEL on future generations.We delve into self-love, authenticity, and nurturing deep connections with others, even in passing encounters, and how these moments can lead to unity and understanding. We confront the complexities of gender and racial biases, particularly in the scrutiny placed on leaders and scholars. The discussions pave the way for contemplating marginalized individuals' pressures in authoritative positions and the imperative of fostering an equitable environment for all.In the final stretch of our episode, we grapple with the current state of higher education and the mounting battles against DEI initiatives. We stand in solidarity with those at the front lines, defending the principles of free thought and empathy against legislative onslaughts. Reflecting on the historical contexts of resistance and empowerment, we rekindle the flame of hope and the potential for positive change. As we close this chapter of our dialogue with Kelisa, we invite our listeners to embrace joy in the minutiae, stand firm in the face of adversity, and take away from our discussion an enriched sense of purpose and humanity.Episode Resourcesces:Connect with Kelisa via her website and InstagramRead Kelisa’s books:Racial Justice in America seriesConversationsWeeds & Seeds: How to Stay Positive in the Midst of Life’s StormsPromises and Possibilities: Dismantling the School to Prison PipelineIf I Could: Lessons for Navigating an Unjust WorldBecoming a Globally Competent Teacher as a contributing author | — | ||||||
| 4/3/24 | ![]() 054: Breaking Barriers in Education with a Beacon of Change with De'Shawn Washington | Imagine the profound impact a single educator can have, not just on a classroom but on an entire community. De'Shawn Washington, fourth-grade inclusion teacher and Massachusetts Teacher of the Year for 2024, joins us to share his transformative educational philosophy integrating social and emotional learning with academic success. His approach has shaped students into compassionate change-makers, fostering a classroom environment where trust and accountability are as fundamental as the ABCs. De'Shawn's passion for empowering students resonates throughout our conversation as he reflects on the significance of his achievements and the inspiration he provides as the first black male to receive this prestigious honor in Massachusetts.Our discussion takes an inspiring turn, highlighting the indispensable role of black male educators in the Massachusetts educational system, representing less than 2% of the teacher population. De'Shawn sheds light on the notable increase in student performance when children are taught by black men, emphasizing their presence as essential at every level of education. De'Shawn illustrates how educators can cultivate culturally inclusive classrooms through heartfelt anecdotes about mentorship and community building. We also delve into his innovative classroom strategies, ranging from restorative practices to adopting an alligator as a class mascot, all aimed at enhancing the joy and connectedness among his students.To our listeners, we issue a rallying cry to champion educators like De'Shawn, who are at the vanguard of nurturing social and emotional growth. We remind you to kindle your commitment to education, and we eagerly anticipate the following conversation that promises to enlighten and inspire.EPISODE RESOURCES:Connect with De’Shawn via his website, LinkedIn, and YouTube.Check out these resources shared by De’Shawn:How Empowered Black Educators Feel Seen, Heard, and Valued in the Teacher Evaluation ProcessThe Inclusion of Race - A Holistic Examination: How an Absence of Race is an Absence of CultureDivision for Emotional and Behavioral Health newsletter | — | ||||||
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