Episode 40 < EPISODE SUMMARY Erin and Ross have written the books on PBL, starting with Hacking Project Based Learning: 10 Easy Steps to PBL and Inquiry in the Classroom and their latest, Project Based Learning: Real Questions. Real Answers. How to Unpack PBL and Inquiry. www.RealPBL.com Their most recent work is the book they wish they had when they started Project-Based Learning and we are here for it! Curious about the multiple entry points to implementing best practices? Wanna know Erin and Ross’ core leadership practices? Press that play button! This episode is packed with inspiration ..read more

Episode 39 EPISODE SUMMARY Y’all, this one is a real barn burner! Don’t worry, no barns were harmed in the making of this episode. We just mean we are really excited to share the knowledge and wisdom Joshua Stamper has to offer. We talk trauma informed practices, listening to learn, spinning plates, and aspiring to lead – whew – it’s a good one! EPISODE NOTES Special Guest: Joshua Stamper Joshua Stamper is a middle school Assistant Principal for a North Texas School District, where he’s had the amazing opportunity to serve at four campuses in two school districts. Prior to Joshua’s current p ..read more

Episode 38 EPISODE SUMMARY Are you ready to have your day made? A source of constant inspiration for us and for many, we bring you Sean Gaillard. Award-wining principal, author of The Pepper Effect, and podcast host of The Principal Liner Notes, Sean is all about harmony in this jam session. EPISODE NOTES Special Guest: Sean Gaillard Sean Gaillard is a principal and author who gets to support our future world changers in the schoolhouse. He is the author of The Pepper Effect and hosts The Principal Liner Notes Podcast. Sean was the 2019 Wells Fargo Piedmont Triad Regional Principal of the Ye ..read more

Episode 37 EPISODE SUMMARY In this joyful episode, we bring you Dennis Mathew, speech pathologist, children’s author, and songwriter. With gratitude, authenticity, and vulnerability, Dennis reveals a story that was born in pain. He also shares the key to finding joy in your own backyard. EPISODE NOTES Special Guest: Dennis Mathew Dennis Mathew is an elementary school speech pathologist going into my 15th year working in the public schools. Since 2019, he has also been a children’s author and songwriter. Dennis has three books: Bello the Cello, My Wild First Day, and How Grizzly Found Gratitud ..read more

Episode 36 EPISODE SUMMARY This deluxe episode brings you THE George Couros! Educator, speaker, blogger, author of “The Innovator’s Mindset” and “Innovate Inside the Box” as well as co-owner of IMPress Books, not to mention all-around great guy, George has been on our guest-wishlist since this podcast started. No surprise, we had a lot to talk about! With authenticity and vulnerability, George reveals his professional and personal goals and the habits that get him where he wants to be. Plus a teaser at the end about his upcoming book, Because of a Teacher. EPISODE NOTES Special Guest: George ..read more

Episode 35 EPISODE SUMMARY Another Lemonade Learning first… We did an episode in person!!! This on-the-go epsiode brings in Mike Lawrence, an award-winning teacher, administrator and educational leader. As the three of us connect in Austin for our first in-person conference in over 15 months, we discuss what face-to-face meant to us and where we hope to go moving forward. EPISODE NOTES Special Guest: Mike Lawrence Mike has served as the CEO of CUE, expanding the nonprofit’s impact & helping the nonprofit grow fivefold in 12 years, served two terms on the ISTE board, and also directed the ..read more

Episode 33 EPISODE SUMMARY Kerry Gallagher is all the things… innovative teacher, school administrator, lawyer, TEDx speaker, education consultant, downhill skier, hiker, mom, and wife. In this zesty convo, Kerry beautifully articulates how we can model digital wellness for our kids and why gradual release of responsibility makes all the difference. EPISODE NOTES Special Guest: Kerry Gallagher Kerry Gallagher, JD is an innovative teacher, school administrator, lawyer, TEDx speaker, keynote speaker, education consultant, downhill skier, hiker, mom, and wife. Kerry is co-author of several Conne ..read more

Episode 33 EPISODE SUMMARY Superintendent of the 11th largest school district in California, Jerry Almendarez shares how he has learned to truly listen as a leader. Jerry also reveals a key question that drives his work. Humble and authentic, always amplifying others, Jerry’s presence inspires and empowers learners of all ages and stages. EPISODE NOTES Special Guest: Jerry Almendarez  Experienced Superintendent whose career in education spans over 27 years. Currently serving as the Superintendent of the 11th largest school district in California with 43,000 students and approximately 5,0 ..read more

Episode 32 EPISODE SUMMARY We’ve got another twofer for you! Shannon Moore and Stephanie Rothstein are uber-connected educators focused on collaboration, reflection, and empowering others to be their best. They share why hard doesn’t have to equal bad and how passionate people can come together to pursue things passionately. EPISODE NOTES Special Guests: Shannon Moore and Stephanie Rothstein  Shannon: Shannon is a HS ELA / Speech Teacher and Tech Coach from California who is passionate about relationships in education and aims to empower the voices of others. As a Google for Education Ce ..read more

Episode 35 EPISODE SUMMARY Another Lemonade Learning first… We did an episode in person!!! This on-the-go epsiode brings in Mike Lawrence, an award-winning teacher, administrator and educational leader. As the three of us connect in Austin for our first in-person conference in over 15 months, we discuss what face-to-face meant to us and where we hope to go moving forward. EPISODE NOTES Special Guest: Mike Lawrence Mike has served as the CEO of CUE, expanding the nonprofit’s impact & helping the nonprofit grow fivefold in 12 years, served two terms on the ISTE board, and also directed the ..read more