Articulating - An Independent School Podcast

With AI now more accessible than ever, its impact on learning and educational equity is rapidly evolving. This series will share hidden challenges, real-world use cases, and actionable strategies for navigating the future of AI in education. This is the last of three episodes and focuses on responsible AI use for parents. ABOUT AMBER BERRY Amber Berry is a trailblazer in the field of AI and educat...

With AI now more accessible than ever, its impact on learning and educational equity is rapidly evolving. This series will share hidden challenges, real-world use cases, and actionable strategies for navigating the future of AI in education. This is the second of three episodes and focuses on responsible AI use for students. ABOUT AMBER BERRY Amber Berry is a trailblazer in the field of AI and edu...

With AI now more accessible than ever, its impact on learning and educational equity is rapidly evolving. This series will share hidden challenges, real-world use cases, and actionable strategies for navigating the future of AI in education. This is the first of three episodes and focuses on responsible AI use for schools. ABOUT AMBER BERRY Amber Berry is a trailblazer in the field of AI and educa...

Articulating co-hosts return to the virtual studio with a major update that will shape the future of the podcast. Co-written by Sam Osborne and Tyler Woods Follow us at @artic.ulating on IG for more of Articulating!

'Twas the week before Christmas, and you still haven't done your holiday shopping yet. But hold your reindeer! We've got a special bonus episode featuring Christine Platt, author of the Afrominimalist guide to Living with Less.  This is a must-listen for those who wish to tackle overconsumption and inspire their students to embrace a more minimilast and intentional lifestyle! ABOUT CHRISTINE PLATT...

Have you contemplated sending your student to an all-Black school? Patricia Hogan Williams is Head of the Imani School, the largest black independent school in the U.S. Founded in 1988, the school serves 100% African American students and emphasizes faith, confidence, and self-belief. Williams highlights the importance of setting high expectations and providing a nurturing environment that fosters...

When was the last time you read for 30 minutes straight? Uninterrupted? Ramon Javier, Head of School at George Jackson Academy, joins Articulating to discuss the importance of literacy in academic success, developing empathy, and building critical thinking skills. Listen for strategies on how to foster a love for reading not only for your scholar but also yourself!  ABOUT RAMON Ramón is a lifelong...

Gina and Sam sit down with Summer Love and Gabby Mclain, co-presidents of the Black Student Coalition (BSC), a thriving network serving over 500 students across New York and New Jersey. Summer is a senior at the Chapin School. At school, Summer is the DEIB president, student a cappella co-director, member of the speech and debate team, a singer in the rock band, and a student admissions ambassador...

Dr. Kay De Simone, a wealth mindset coach and complex trauma psychotherapist, joins Articulating to discuss the concept of imposter syndrome in the context of independent schools. Imposter syndrome is often fueled by external factors such as societal biases and institutional practices rather than individual shortcomings.  Dr. De Simone shares tools and strategies families can use to support their...

Sam Osborne and Gina Parker Collins explore the growing trend of engagement events at Martha's Vineyard, a popular vacation destination for Black families. They discuss how it has become a hub for conferences, workshops, and networking opportunities that foster community and education.  The co-hosts also celebrate two significant milestones: the 15th anniversary of RIISE (Resources In Independent...

Graduation season is upon us, students--are you ready for life after independent school. Gulp. Life coach Alexa Juanita Jordan joins us to discuss potential challenges that independent school alumni may encounter in adulthood and strategies for overcoming them.   Alexa is a certified life coach and writer. Her new book, THE START OF IT ALL, is now on sale! It's a 20-something's guide to re...

While gender inclusivity has made strides in independent schools, transgender students still face challenges in achieving a "normal" school experience. Mimi Shelton joins us to discuss trans belonging.   Mimi Shelton (She/Her) is currently the National HIV Behavioral Surveillance Trans (NHBS-Trans2023-24) Project Coordinator at the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene where she le...

Does it seem like every parent thinks their child is "gifted"? Well, they might be right! Even if the grades don't show it. Gina went on location and visited the Roeper School, an institution for gifted students in the Detroit area to interview Head of School Christopher Federico.  Christopher comes to Roeper from Toronto, having previously served as Head of Academics and Upper Schoo...

In recent years, schools have launched major initiatives and strategic plans around DEI. How do they hold themselves accountable to their commitments? Keeniun Brumskill joins us to discuss equity audits. Keeniun is the Executive Director of Community and Social Impact for the Ethical Culture Fieldston School which has locations in Manhattan and the Bronx. Follow us at @artic.ulating on IG for more...

When your student graduates, that doesn't mean you have to. Leilani Brown joins to discuss how parents and guardians can become partners. Leilani M. Brown is an advisor to a diverse portfolio of clients including private and independent schools. Her boutique consulting firm has supported strategic plans, cultural audits, and equity-related crises. For over 15 years, Leilani has served as a boa...

Dwight Vidale joins to discuss the current state of young men of color in indy schools and his upcoming annual symposium. Register for March 2nd here ! Dwight is the Assistant Head of School for Institutional Equity and Belonging for the Collegiate School. Prior to Collegiate, he spent over ten years at Riverdale Country School, facilitating equity programming and teaching middle and upper school...

Gina and Sam continues its conversation with Dr. Hope Rias and dig deep into what schools and educators can do to reduce faculty of color turnover. Hope Rias, Ph. D. is an anti-racist educator and author who teaches History at Siena College. In 2019, she published, St. Louis School Desegregation: Patterns of Progress and Peril and continues to research this subject today. She holds degrees from Sp...

Today we chat with Dr. Hope Rias, about Black faculty turnover and unpack Claudine Gay’s resignation through the lens of indy schools. Hope Rias, Ph. D. is an anti-racist educator and author who teaches History at Siena College. In 2019, she published, St. Louis School Desegregation: Patterns of Progress and Peril and continues to research this subject today. She holds degrees from Spelman College...

As we struggle to address America's youth mental health crisis, it's become clear that traditional paths can fall short for students of diverse backgrounds. High schoolers Krish Mulholtra and Aaron Harrison are exploring an alternative route through Identifyou, an organization that promotes mental wellness and connects students through their digital app. Krish and Aaron are high school sen...

Is your student exhibiting signs of burnout or worse? Dr. Rashidah Bowen White, shares what families and schools can and should be doing to address this very serious issue. Rashidah Bowen White, Ph. D. is committed to advancing the mental health of BIPOC students and families and supporting independent schools in creating equitable, affirming, learning environments. As a psychologist, educator, an...

Mr. Randall Dunn, Head of the Rye County Day School in New York, joins the podcast to discuss his new role, and leadership experiences as a person of color in education. During the span of his 35-year career in education, Mr. Dunn has been a teacher, coach, and senior administrator, and has worked in independent, public, day, and boarding schools. Mr. Dunn is also the recently elected Chair of the...

In this current age of gentrification, urban change and the displacement of low income communities, what obligation does an independent school have to engage the neighborhood where its housed? Morgan A. Jones joined Avenues New York in 2019 as Director of Community Engagement and partnerships, and in addition to this role, he recently joined the admissions team. Morgan holds an MBA from Cornell Un...

How often do we discuss representation in the Parents Association? Riverdale's PA president Tiffany Ellis Butts joins Gina and Sam to share various ways BIPOC parents can get involved and share her own leadership experiences. Tiffany Ellis Butts is a Riverdale Country School parent who has held a variety of leadership positions at the NYC institution, but is currently serving as the first Black pr...

A young woman of  color became the first Black American legacy at her independent boarding school. Her experience was not as smooth sailing as one might assume and, thanks to her love of journaling, she documented it all in her debut book. Joining us today to chat is Kendra James, author of Admissions: A Memoir of Surviving Boarding School!   Admissions was just named one of the ten best...

While most schools across the country are strategizing how best to engage BIPOC alumni, St. Andrew's Episcopal School in Maryland has already partnered with several of its graduates to launch the Black Alumni Collective. Delonte Egwuatu is a cofounder and joins Gina and Sam to chat about HackBAC--a social justice hackathon for youth. When not volunteering, Delonte Egwuatu serves as the Assistant D...