Empowered Educational Conversations with Elin and Christina

In this episode, Elin & Christina have a conversation about Critical Race Theory (CRT) and how it comes up for them as site-based leaders. They break down a few articles and site examples of what it looks like at their schools. Listen in to Part One of this two-part series.  Articles mentioned in the episode: What Critical Race Theory is and What it Means for Teachers - Learning For Justi...

In this episode, Elin & Christina have a conversation about social-emotional support for school leaders. They discuss an article released recently from Education Weekly discussing this very topic ( link to article). Listen in as they comment on the ways school leaders should be encouraged to take mental health days and more.  -- Free Vision & Mission Guide Follow us on Instagram : @em...

In this episode, Elin & Christina have a little bit of fun and share some of their favorite educator TikTok accounts. Sometimes we just need an outlet that makes us laugh, ponder, and maybe even learn a thing or two.  TikTok accounts we talked about: @heytonytv @thejaysalazar @honestteachervibes @mrwilliamsprek -- Free Vision & Mission Guide Follow us on Instagram : @empoweredconversa...

In this episode, Elin & Christina welcome a special guest and have a conversation about money! Rita-Soledad Fernandez Paulino is a former math teacher and now a financial educator using her platform to educate others about all things dinero. Her mission is to build wealth juntos (together). She tells us about what educators need to understand and consider to take care of their financial well-b...

In this episode, Elin & Christina talk about the ways school leaders can transition from being an ally to a co-conspirator. They break down what that means and what to reflect on when trying to make this transition.  YouTube Video mentioned in the episode .  Buy those amazing essential oil blends Elin talked about in the episode:  @dandelionandhope __ Free Vision & Mission G...

The 2021-22 school year is here! We are coming back to in-person learning after a year and a half of virtual learning and it is quite an adjustment. In this episode Elin & Christina talk about starting the school year using the process Christina calls the "4Rs"- Reflect, Review, Re-learn and Restart.  Free Vision & Mission Guide Follow us on Instagram : @empoweredconversationspod Face...

In this episode, Elin & Christina talk with a fellow colleague, Dr. Whitneé Garret-Walker. They discuss their time as a k12 administrator in Oakland, CA, and the impact it had both professionally and personally. Dr. Garrett-Walker breaks down her journey and her hope for educational justice now and moving forward. Dr. Garrett-Walker has spent over a decade working in public education as a...

In this episode, Elin & Christina share their experience with summer professional development. They compare the differences, what went well and what needed work!  Follow us on Instagram : @empoweredconversationspod Facebook : Empowered Conversations with Elin & Christina Check out our blog at www.empoweredconversationspodcast.com

In this episode, Elin & Christina talk about burnout. They share what they learned about it, their experience with it, and what they plan to do about it. Follow us on Instagram : @empoweredconversationspod Facebook : Empowered Conversations with Elin & Christina Check out our blog at www.empoweredconversationspodcast.com

In this episode, Elin & Christina welcome a guest. One of their mentors and an educator that truly inspires, Principal Julie Calderon. They explore her educational journey, her top equity-focused practices, and her commitment to self-care.  Follow us on Instagram : @empoweredconversationspod Facebook : Empowered Conversations with Elin & Christina Check out our blog at www.empoweredco...

In this episode, Elin & Christina break down their school year experience and reflect back on their major takeaways. They also commit to a self-care summer and talk about what they plan on doing this summer to take good care of themselves.  Follow us on Instagram : @empoweredconversationspod Facebook : Empowered Conversations with Elin & Christina Check out our blog at www.empoweredco...

In this episode, we reflect back on the year since the murder of George Floyd. We talk about how it impacted us personally and how it changed our work in the education system.  Follow us on Instagram : @empoweredconversationspod Facebook : Empowered Conversations with Elin & Christina Check out our blog at www.empoweredconversationspodcast.com

In this episode, Elin & Christina discuss and unpack experiences of microaggressions. The discussion starts from a video where a zoning commissioner refuses to address a BIPOC woman by her title even after she made it clear he was disrespecting her. Elin & Christina can relate and share their experiences.  You can watch the video on YouTube . Follow us on Instagram : @empoweredconvers...

The surge in anti-Asian hate has been in the news, our social media feeds, and on our minds. In this episode, we discuss what anti-Asian hate means to us and what we are committed to doing about it.  YouTube Video we referenced in the podcast episode is linked in Blog # 7 on our website: www.empoweredconversationspodcast.com Stop AAPI Hate.

In this episode, Elin & Christina check in with one another. Both are feeling exhausted, but staying true to the work decided to check in with one another to provide space to breathe and discuss ways they will take care of themselves during this trying time.  Follow us on Instagram: @empoweredconversationspod Facebook: Empowered Conversations with Elin & Christina Link to professional...

Turn over is real. In this episode, Elin & Christina talk about their professional journey through seven district changes. They address the issue of the lack of a real exit interview and wonder if districts started implementing this, could they learn how to retain educators...especially educators of color?  Follow us on Instagram @empoweredconversationspod Don't forget to subscribe, rate,...

In this episode, we welcome our first guest! You will hear from Sarah Pipping: an educator in Oakland from Wisconsin (or is it Minnesota?...inside joke) and our co-conspirator in this work. Sarah showed up to our collaborative conversations and book study over the summer and we wanted her to be our first guess to talk about her educational journey and how she shows up to do the work every day. Lis...

In the episode, this time we hear from Elin about her educational journey from Kindergarten to college. We hear Elin dive deep into how her educational journey connects to her "why" of being in the education system. Through storytelling, especially telling our own story, we learn about one another and gain inspiration.  If this episode helps you reflect on your journey, we want you to let us...

In this episode, we dive into understanding Christina's educational journey and how it connects to her "why" of being in the education system. We all have a story and through storytelling, we learn about one another and gain inspiration. We hope this episode helps you connect to your why and reflect on your story.  Support us by subscribing to our podcast. Rate and review us too!  Follow...

As educators of color we often have courageous conversations but with all that has been bubbling up lately, it's time we move into courageous actions. In this episode, we talk about what led us to create a podcast and what we want to do moving forward as educators of color.  Follow us on Instagram @empoweredconversationspod