School Me

Kyle Serrette, a Senior Policy Analyst at NEA, helps us understand community schools — what they are, how they work, and how they’re helping students across the country succeed. Learn more about community schools and how to transform your local school into one here: http://www.nea.org/communityschools . Or, visit one of Kyle’s recommended resources here: https://communityschools.futureforlearning....

Shari Collins, a semi-retired training specialist from Omaha, NE, with 33 years of educational experience, discusses building relationships throughout both the classroom and the community. Don’t forget to  subscribe to the School Me podcast  so that you’ll never miss an episode!

Rachael Poppe, a 15 year teaching professional from Green Bay, WI, shares her knowledge about resources for educators and NEA’s Early Career Learning Labs. Don’t forget to  subscribe to the School Me podcast  so that you’ll never miss an episode!

Rochelle Greenwell, a 3rd grade math paraeducator in Kent, WA with 8 years of experience, talks about the foundation for a good relationship between teachers and paraeducators. Don’t forget to  subscribe to the School Me podcast  so that you’ll never miss an episode!

Courtney Dooley & Tameka Mays are a teacher and paraeducator team who’ve spent 2 years together in their math and science classroom in Newcastle, DE. They share their tips about the teacher/paraeducator relationship and how to get the most out of it while supporting students. Don’t forget to  subscribe to the School Me podcast  so that you’ll never miss an episode!

Tricia Lucie & Whitney Barber share school year preparation tips from the perspectives of a classroom teacher and a paraeducator. This dynamic duo exemplifies a supportive and successful teacher-paraeducator relationship. Don’t forget to  subscribe to the School Me podcast  so that you’ll never miss an episode!

Candace Gautney, a high school testing coordinator in Tallahassee, FL, and a 15 year educational professional, talks about gauging student progress and ways new educators can reach out to their coordinators for support within instruction and testing environments. Don’t forget to  subscribe to the School Me podcast  so that you’ll never miss an episode!

Melody Andrews, a high school English teacher and student leadership mentor in Dumfries, VA, talks about working with student leaders in the classroom and providing them with the tools they need to help them in the future. Don’t forget to  subscribe to the School Me podcast  so that you’ll never miss an episode!

Andrea Beeman, an 18-year paraeducator from Maple Heights, OH, shares the ins and outs of professional development for ESP and the benefits of PD. Don’t forget to  subscribe to the School Me podcast  so that you’ll never miss an episode!

Erika Fehr, a general elementary school paraeducator in Helena, MT, talks about the virtue of patience and keeping that tranquil mindset in the classroom. Don’t forget to  subscribe to the School Me podcast  so that you’ll never miss an episode!

Willie Shelby, a literacy specialist from Montgomery, AL, talks about engaging young readers in the classroom and helping them to nourish that love of reading for life. Don’t forget to  subscribe to the School Me podcast  so that you’ll never miss an episode!

Saul Ramos, a 20 year paraeducator from Massachusetts, shares his path to leadership as an ESP and practice as a paraeducator. Don’t forget to  subscribe to the School Me podcast  so that you’ll never miss an episode!

Kadrien Wilson, only three years out of college and teaching 3rd grade in NC, shares her advice for new career educators and tips as a new and young professional. Don’t forget to  subscribe to the School Me podcast  so that you’ll never miss an episode!

Felicia Raney, a language arts teacher from Camden, OH with 21 years under her belt, shares her advice about the importance of union memberships for early career educators and being active in your union. Don’t forget to  subscribe to the School Me podcast  so that you’ll never miss an episode!

Jada Jackson, a current mathematics coach from Columbus, OH and 21 year classroom veteran, discusses tips to help teachers get through that “mid-year slump.” Don’t forget to  subscribe to the School Me podcast  so that you’ll never miss an episode!

Callie Marksbary, an elementary school educator in Lafayette, IN, and Patty Barrette, director of professional development at North Dakota United, discuss ‘The Model Code of Educator Ethics’ and navigating the use of social media and technology for new teachers. Don’t forget to  subscribe to the School Me podcast  so that you’ll never miss an episode!

Jermaine Guinyard, a former college athlete from Ohio State turned physical education teacher and coach, discusses how sports can play a key role in student academic success – not just a great foundation for physical health.

David May, a middle school teacher from San Bernardino, CA with 9 years of teaching under his belt, shares tips and techniques for connecting with students, and when educators can show their personality. Are you allowed to smile before December? School Me dives into the answer. Don’t forget to  subscribe to the School Me podcast  so that you’ll never miss an episode!

Michelle Holloway, a special education teacher from Mobile, AL, discusses getting through the first day of school and quelling those first day jitters.

Annette Romano, a veteran educator with 31 years of experience from New York, shares tips for lesson planning for new and early career educators.

Carmen Hill, a career school nurse who’s covered K-12, talks about taking on leadership roles within your school as an education support professional.

Rebecca Gamboa, a fifth grade teacher with 22 years of experience from Illinois, discusses the best practices for connecting with disadvantaged students and how to get those students involved in the classroom along with their families.

Rebecca Marquis-Cihak, a 26-year classroom veteran from Sacramento, CA, talks about change and growth in the classroom as well as transforming professionally and along-side technology throughout your career.

Rodney Jordan, a new assistant principal in Fairfax, VA, discusses the relationship between new administrators and new educators and offers his insights on transitioning from a teaching position to an administrative position.

Corinna Owlsey, an 8th grade history and science teacher from Springfield, Illinois, shares her tips for practicing self care as an educator and why it’s important to start early in your career.