Aligned Learning Revolution

Is kindergarten still playtime? Ever wonder if today's kindergarten curriculum is too much, too soon? This episode dives deep into the changing landscape of early childhood education with  Nicole Colosimo , a dedicated educator with over 26 years of experience shaping young minds. A single mom of three incredible boys, Nicole offers a unique perspective on balancing nurturing parenting with a...

Calling all parents and teachers! Are you struggling to keep students focused in today's tech-filled world? In this episode, we speak with Dr. Shannon W. McPherson , a highly trained and experienced high school science teacher who's witnessing a decline in student focus and motivation. Dr. McPherson shares her experience of implementing mindfulness exercises to bring students to a learning state a...

Struggling with math anxiety holding you back from your dreams? Actress, nutrition coach, and aspiring nurse Meghan Drew overcame her fear of math with the help of learning success coaching. Hear her inspiring story of transformation and how she's now on track to conquer nursing school (and maybe even impress the doctors on Grey's Anatomy!). This episode is packed with tips for anyone who wants to...

Join us as we welcome Aaron Vilaubi , a motivational force with a mission. A first-generation college grad, Aaron has lived the journey he advocates, moving from career services in higher education to inspiring diverse audiences nationwide. Leveraging neuroscience to fuel motivation, he's here to empower a new generation of leaders. As one of the leading Latino voices in motivational speaking, Aar...

There has been a noticeable decline in students’ engagement in school. Ever since the pandemic, more and more students have become withdrawn and are struggling to learn. How can we address this? Join Kohila Sivas as she welcomes Cathy Rodriguez , a seasoned education professional with over two decades of experience. Cathy shares her journey from teaching in New York City to her current role as an...

The IRONMAN triathlon is a powerful challenge that measures your physical endurance, willpower, and perseverance.  Justin Loutfy  is a competitor in these races, and he actively applies the valuable lessons he has learned from them in his own life. In this episode, he joins Kohila Sivas to share his secrets about personal development, self-discipline, and determination. Justin breaks dow...

Building confidence and embracing self-worth are vital for learning and navigating life's challenges. That is why as adults, we need to start instilling these things into our children as soon as we can. In this episode,  Marnie David , a Wholistic NeuroGrowth Learning Success coach, teacher, and author, shares her journey from struggling with low self-esteem as a twin to becoming a champion f...

Some children struggle to keep up at school, and they tend to lag behind their peers. Although this can be easily related to their laziness or irresponsibility, sometimes so much more is happening underneath. This is where  Lynette Munich  focuses her work on empowering minds of young learners as a holistic neural growth learning success coach. Joining Kohila Sivas, she shares how she ed...

STEAM learning plays a vital role in nurturing future innovators by providing a well-rounded and dynamic educational experience. As parents and educators, we need to encourage students to find a love for learning. In this episode, Kohila Sivas interviews Laurie Bloyer , a Wholistic Learning Success Coach and the founder of Nexus Success Coaching . With a passion for helping students learn how to l...

Developing deep roots that will allow you to stay on your feet despite life’s rapid pace and endless hurdles. And to do that, you must cultivate curiosity and become a lifelong learner. Kohila Sivas sits down with  Venessa Smith  to discuss the right way to guide children on planting their roots deep and standing tall. Venessa shares how she became a Certified Wholistic NeuroGrowth Learn...

Many students find math to be a challenging subject. As parents, we can play a proactive role in supporting them as they overcome this hurdle. In this episode, we have  Malgosha Farafoszyn , a Learning Success Math Coach, to share with us the method that can help take our children to math success: Positive Proactive Parenting. She helps us understand the unique difficulties students face, exp...

The cookie-cutter approach of mainstream education doesn't always hit the mark and that some students need tailored support to address their unique learning needs. Today, we have a very special guest on the show, Mike Nicholson, whose journey in education has been nothing short of remarkable. After spending more than two and a half decades in the field of education, Mike came to a profound realiza...

To say that phone addiction is one of the biggest threats to childhood developments is no understatement. Despite any opinions to the contrary, early childhood education teachers, who are at the frontline of this whole childhood development struggle, see the negative impacts happening in real time. Where do we go from here? In this episode, Holistic Neuro Growth Learning Success Coach Terri Gregor...

Children need to learn how to plan and prioritize. This can be especially challenging for students with ADHD or other struggles with executive function. Today, learning success coach Lisa Ann Finley joins Kohila Sivas for an enlightening discussion on how to make ADHD, or any disability for that matter, as a superpower. Lisa is a devoted mother to two neurodivergent children, a role that has given...

Learners need to be empowered with the tools, knowledge, and confidence to be successful, independent, and enjoy life. Today, Kat Páez Douce and Kohila Sivas discuss a range of topics related to language learning, education, and teaching. Kat shares her experiences as a language teacher and her desire to empower Mexicans. She emphasizes the importance of teaching culture alongside language and the...

Children deserve a holistic approach to their learning and support. However, the existing system and classroom dynamics often constrain even the most dedicated teachers. In cases where a child faces challenges, many tutors tend to concentrate solely on academic issues, overlooking the possibility that the difficulties may extend beyond mere content-related issues. Today, Learning Success Coach Sar...

Leslie Thomas, the founder of Learning Unlocked, joins Kohila Sivas as they discuss the challenges and strategies related to teaching and supporting students, particularly those who struggle with academic tasks. They emphasized the importance of focusing on the main subject at hand, using positive language when correcting children, and allowing children to hold the pencil and do the work themselve...

All it takes to give someone the will to shape the story is a little nudge, and for many of us, that nudge comes from our educators. Such has been the case for James Dixon , a luminary in the field of personal development and the author of Absolute Motivation. James attributes his drive to his loving grandmother, who served as the single greatest influencer in his life. He also gives a special sho...