Decoding Education

What happens when we complicate our definition of success with metrics other than dollars and points? What might life look like if we prioritized meaning, community, and joy?  On this episode:  The importance of community in Ms. Nan's upbringing Redefining success for a new era Nurturing lifelong learners The difference between coddling and nurturing  Decoding Education is the podcast that br...

How a school culture based on empathy and excellence helps students break down cultural silos and prepare to thrive in a global workforce. On this episode:  How children motivate one another Peer mentorship across grade levels How diversity breeds empathy  Student reflection: growing beyond the family's cultural silo CHP's loyal, respectful, goal-oriented students Decoding Education is t...

CHP's founder Nandini Menon was a voracious reader as a child; today she's a proud "lifelong learner." Discover how her educational upbringing and Ed. D. studies have influenced her teaching philosophies, and why she believes in pedagogical tactics like Singapore Math.   On this episode:  How Ms. Nan's mother reacted to her Ed. D. path The importance of leading students by...

Homework isn't a punishment, it's an essential part of learning. On this episode:  How homework supports learning To challenge or to coast? A parent's choice Children love rigor — mental, and physical  What happens without homework  How parents' anxieties can become a self-fulfilling prophecy for children The importance of conversation to reinforce learning Decoding Education i...

Learn about the costs of "free" education, and why it's a good idea to invest in early childhood education. On this episode:  The origins of public schooling in the United States How multilingual learners are disadvantaged in U.S. public schools Student perspective: the value of a private school education Talking the language of wins — are you setting your child up for success? Deco...

At CHP, "best practices" are iterative and teaching is collaborative. On this episode:  Bringing best practices from the ivory tower into the classroom  The CHP pedagogy A collaborative environment for teachers Decoding Education is the podcast that brings together research, experience, and community voices to answer your burning questions about preschool through grade eight education. B...