In our latest episode of The Schoolyard Podcast, host Nancy Chung welcomes Brooke Brown, a National Board Certified Teacher, National Presenter, and Curriculum Author specializing in STEM, Makerspaces, Coding, and Robotics. Nancy and Brooke explore the world of STEM education and the importance of including the arts in STEAM education to prepare students for […]
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The Schoolyard Podcast Episode 21: 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 […]
The Schoolyard Podcast Episode 20: How to Design Effective Student Intervention Programs and Environments
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 […]
The Schoolyard Podcast Episode 16: Embracing Neurodiversity in Education
Welcome to the 16th episode of The Schoolyard Podcast! In this episode, we delve into the world of education through the lens of neurodiversity. Our host, Nancy Chung, sits down with Nichole Schlagel-Hope, principal of the Academy of Arts and Knowledge (AAK), to explore the value of neurodiversity in the classroom. Nichole Schlagel-Hope, a […]
The Schoolyard Podcast Episode 15: Empowering Youth Through Career Tech Ed (CTE)
In the 15th episode of The Schoolyard Podcast, host Nancy Chung interviews Henri Crockett, co-founder and president of the Crockett Foundation. The Crockett Foundation is a South Florida-based nonprofit organization that aims to build character, develop leaders, and improve the community one child at a time through educational programs. Henri Crockett, Life and Legacy […]
The Schoolyard Podcast Episode 13: 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 […]
School Specialty and the College Football Playoff Foundation: YES Academy Media Center Makeover
School Specialty® and the College Football Playoff Foundation® (CFPF) share a common goal to improve educator resources and provide children with better learning opportunities. This mission is supported by both organizations through CFPF’s Extra Yard for Teachers® program. This time, we headed to Los Angeles with a design in mind for a new media center at YES Academy! The […]
The Schoolyard Podcast Episode 11: Creating Inclusive Early Childhood Spaces
An inclusive early childhood classroom space is an intentional environment that promotes both physical and emotional development. In this episode, host Nancy Chung interviews early childhood expert Jennifer Fernandez, and we welcome back Cecilia Cruse, MS, OTR/L, to discuss ways to create an early childhood space and how to modify it to encourage independence […]
The Schoolyard Podcast Episode 10: Let’s Talk About Burnout and Staff Shortages
The teacher shortage problem across the nation is indeed a pressing issue. Many schools struggle to find qualified teachers, leading to large class sizes and increased workloads for existing teachers. This, in turn, contributes to teacher burnout. In this episode, host Nancy Chung interviews Dr. Richard Warren Jr., an award-winning educator, professor, and renowned […]
The Schoolyard Podcast Episode 9: Sensory Spaces, Not Just for Students
Sensory spaces are carefully crafted to create a multisensory experience that can help us relax, focus, or simply enjoy the moment. In this episode, host Nancy Chung interviews occupational therapist and School Specialty’s subject matter expert for Special Needs, Cecilia Cruse. We also welcome back School Specialty’s National Education Strategist, Dr. Sue Ann Highland. […]
School Specialty and the College Football Playoff Foundation: Hobby Elementary Media Center Makeover
School Specialty® and the College Football Playoff Foundation® (CFPF) share a common goal to improve educator resources and provide children with access to better learning opportunities. This goal is supported by both organizations through CFPF’s Extra Yard for Teachers® program. With that vision in mind, we headed to Hobby Elementary School in Texas with […]
The Schoolyard Podcast Episode 6: How to Spark Parent Involvement and Fuel Family Engagement
In episode 6, host Nancy Chung interviews Kimberley Gorelik, Director of Strategy for WeAreTeachers.com and author of Hacking Parenthood, available on Amazon. Nancy and Kimberley discuss the benefits of family engagement in students’ learning. Benefits of Family Engagement Schools are not just places of education; they are also second homes and safe spaces for […]
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