School's Back In Session

Hannah Knop and Chloe Rafada discuss with Dr. Alex Tripamer and Dr. Greg Jones the reality of school leadership. From building strong teacher–administrator relationships to navigating the new cell phone laws, this discussion celebrates the practices that strengthen school communities and inspire future progress.

Two interns share their candid reflections on the recent teacher panel event—what surprised them, what inspired them, and the key lessons they’ll carry forward into their own teaching journeys. From classroom strategies to professional growth, this episode offers a fresh perspective on learning from experienced educators.

In this episode, a diverse panel of teachers- ranging from first-year to seasoned veterans-come together for an honest and insightful conversation about the realities of classroom life. They share stories of triumphs and challenges, discuss how they've navigated student behavior, workload and burnout, and reflect on the lessons learned along the way. Listeners will gain a genuine look into the hea...

Host Chloe Rafada and Mrs. Castaneda discuss the best methods for instructing English Language Leaner (ELL) students on the “School’s Back in Session” podcast. Together, they examine, practical methods that teachers can use to help ELL students succeed in the classroom, such as boosting language proficiency, encouraging inclusivity, modifying lesson plans, and utilizing interactive and visual lear...

In this engaging podcast episode, Dr. David Preston delves into the transformative power of Open Source Learning and culturally responsive teaching. He shares his innovative approach to education, which emphasizes curiosity-driven learning, collaborative knowledge sharing, and the importance of recognizing and valuing diverse cultural backgrounds in the classroom. Dr. Preston's insights are partic...

 In this captivating podcast episode, we sit down with Roy Moye III to explore his fascinating journey from aerospace engineering to his innovative venture in STEM Music. Roy shares insights from his extensive background in aerospace engineering, discussing the challenges and triumphs he experienced in the field. He also introduces us to STEM Music, his exciting new initiative aimed at inspiring a...

The dynamic role of technology in contemporary education is examined by hosts from LindenTeach, Morgan Dearth and Chloe Rafada, in Tech-Savvy Teaching. Accompanied by Dr. Kristina Lauer, they explore useful tactics for utilizing technology to improve education while navigating its drawbacks. Protecting student privacy in a tech-driven environment, integrating resources without causing distractions...

With guest Danielle Moradi, a counselor with expertise in educator wellness, hosts Morgan Dearth and Chloe Rafada discuss the crucial subject of teacher mental health in this episode, Head & Heart. The conversation emphasizes how closely student achievement, classroom success, and teacher well-being are all related. Effective stress management strategies, identifying and treating compassion fa...

In this podcast, we discuss from the perspective of a veteran teacher how first year teachers can improve their time management skills so that they can be successful while teaching, and students are able to meet their learning goals in the classroom. 

Join our School's Back In Session podcasters as they interview Dr. Daniel Kirk, Dean of the College of Education and Human Services at Lindenwood University as he discusses from a global perspective the current crisis in education.

Join our podcasters as they interview two building principals that can share their insights and experiences about what to expect in the first year of teaching.

Join our podcasters as they interview a principal with vast experiences in both rural and urban educational settings. Understand the importance of finding the right environment for you and your teaching career.

Spring Interns Jessica and Hannah introduce themselves and talk about their experiences as education majors at LU in the LindenTeach Internship program.

In this episode, the new hosts spend some time discussing their first day substitute teaching experiences.

Hosts Camryn and Jenna interview Daniel about the transition from substitute teacher to student teacher.

Camryn and Jenna take the stage and discuss what influenced each of them to pursue education as a career path.

In this episode, we will be discussing first year teaching misconceptions/ myths with an elementary school principal.

In this episode, we will be discussing first year teaching misconceptions/ myths with a relatively new teacher and a tenured/ experienced classroom teacher.

This episode contains host introductions and personal “whys” for choosing the teaching profession.