Student interventions are an essential part of any K-12 education system. Each student’s needs are unique, and some students might need additional guidance beyond what they get through whole class instruction. A multi-tiered system of supports (MTSS) or a Response to Intervention program (RTI) ensure that students’ various learning needs are addressed, allowing everyone […]
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Author Insights from Shannon Olsen on Writing, Teaching, and Books
In this inspiring episode of The Schoolyard Podcast, host Nancy Chung spoke with Shannon Olsen, a beloved children’s book author and former second-grade teacher. Shannon shared her journey from teaching to becoming a full-time author, highlighting her passion for creating educational resources and children’s books that foster a sense of family and collaboration in […]
How to Design Effective Student Intervention Programs
In the 20th episode of The Schoolyard Podcast, host Nancy Chung welcomes guests Soo Goda and Nicole Hill to discuss student intervention strategies in education. Soo Goda is the District Coordinator of Expanded Learning for grades TK-6 at Saddleback Valley Unified School District. She has over 30 years of experience in education as a […]
Social and Emotional Learning in Science
This month on It’s Time for Science, it’s time to talk about social and emotional learning (SEL)! Host Tom Racine interviews Dr. Kenneth Wesson, a consultant on the science of education, learning, and the brain, and Ilyse Opas, Independent Educational Consultant specializing in SEL. Episode Summary Tom begins by discussing with Dr. Wesson what […]
Activate Character Education Through Active Science Learning
Character education is an important concept that embraces the emotions of students as a tool in their learning. It has broad implications in various academic subjects, but more importantly, it leads students to develop healthier identities and manage their emotions. That foundation is critical for academic success in everything from math to PE, but […]
5 Engagement Strategies to Improve Student Outcomes
Strong school-family-community partnerships bring exceptional value to children’s education. A recent book by Karen L. Mapp, a senior lecturer at the Harvard Graduate School of Education, and four other co-collaborators synthesizes the available research to explain who benefits from these partnerships and the many advantages of family and community engagement. Everyone Wins! The Evidence […]
Community Engagement and Citizen Scientists
This month on It’s Time for Science, it’s time to talk about community engagement and citizen scientists! Host Tom Racine talks with Dr. Mwenda KudumuBiggs from the Fleet Science Center and Emma Giles from SciStarter. Episode Summary In this episode, Tom speaks with Dr. KudumuBiggs about her position at the Fleet Science Center, why […]
Community Engagement with Citizen Science
One Million Acts of Science for Citizen Science Month Have you ever dreamed of making a great scientific discovery that makes the world a better place? We all grew up learning how scientists throughout history found ways to study and understand everything from the smallest atom to the widest galaxy. The parts that don’t […]
Extended Learning Opportunities
This month on It’s Time for Science, it’s time for extended learning! Host Tom Racine talks with Dr. Bryan Méndez about the upcoming solar eclipse and curriculum specialist Erica Beck Spencer about getting kids outside. Episode Summary Tom talks with Dr. Méndez about what an eclipse actually is, including what to expect from a […]
How to Create Classroom Learning Spaces that Support SEL
Although COVID is no longer considered a public health emergency, schools still face long-term academic and mental health challenges. In response, some have integrated social emotional learning (SEL) lessons and activities into instruction and expanded their schoolwide support services. While these measures are invaluable, solving the crisis will require further steps—and designing creative learning […]
It’s Time For Science Podcast Episode 8: Equity in Science Education, Part 2
Welcome to It’s Time for Science! For our first episode of 2024, host Tom Racine continues our conversation on equity in science education! Tom talks with Meagan Sternberg, a K-12 Science Instructional Coach in Oregon, and Channon Jackson, a Program Director at the Alameda County Office of Education. Episode Summary Tom discusses with Ms. […]
Helping Students Find Joy in Literacy and Numeracy
In the 13th episode of The Schoolyard Podcast, host Nancy Chung sits down with two incredible educators, Juan Edgar Gonzalez, Jr. (@teaching3rdwithmrg on Instagram) and Rebecka Peterson (@rebeckapeterson_ on Instagram), to discuss their love of literacy and numeracy. Juan Edgar Gonzalez, Jr. Juan Edgar Gonzalez, Jr. is an elementary school teacher who is well-known […]
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