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Season 2 Episode 3 Brandon Levine: Digital Equity and Security

In this episode I catch up with my friend Barbara Bray a talented speaker, author, educator, podcaster and more! Her love of people and for educators is infectious! JOin us as we go a bit tangential, but go deep with Barbara on life, relationships, and "Grow[ing] Our Why!"

Barbara is an author, speaker, podcaster, coach, and difference-maker who is passionate about transforming teaching and learning. She takes personal and professional learning deeper by empowering agency for all learners.

Follow her work at: https://barbarabray.net/ and listen to her podcast, Rethinking Learning on the podcast player of your choice! https://barbarabray.net/podcasts-2/podcasts/#posts4podcasts

This dynamic Mother and son duo are amazing! Laura was one of my early followers on Twitter as I look back. Evan soon followed. These two compliment each other so well!

Evan is a middle school principal in Clarke County, Virginia. After 21 years as a building level principle he continues his commitment as an educator, progressive thinker, author, speaker, and fitness enthusiast.

Laura a prolific author, presently coaches teachers in reading/writing workshop at Powhatan School in Virginia and coaches teachers in grades K-8 in various parts of he country.

Their latest book: School full of readers is out now on Amazon!

 Dr. Sarah Thomas is amazing! There is so much I can say about this amazing educator, friend, author, speaker, DJ, speaker, and podcaster! She does it all!

But how?

In this episode she'll share her 5 Pro Tips to daily success and a couple more for the pandemic! Ever hear of the Pomodoro method? I hadn't that is just one of the great shares in this episode!

PLUS 20 shout outs!!! 3 from me and 17 from  Dr. Sarah Thomas!

We also talk about gains, plans for the future, and share out some leader strategies and attributes. There is something for everyone in this episode! From fitness to music to games we cover the whole gamut of educator interests!

Scott Nunes @MrNunesTeach 

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Hosts this Educational Leaders discussion on How to THRIVE in 2021! The discussion is centered around:

#SEL

#Leadership

#Fitness

#Edtech

#Wellness

#selfcare

#education

 ....and MUCH more!

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📢  Jake Miller @JakeMillerTech

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An educator out of Texas, formerly an alternative (Extensive In-School Suspension)  teacher, Andrea shares about grace and mercy during these times.

Melissa Aveling is an international math educator hailing from Australia! She has taught in Taiwan and is now bring down the house in Colombia! She shares some sage wisdom...We are not perfect. Things are not perfect...and that is okay. She talks about not having all the answers and shares what has helped her during #Hyflex instruction. She shares about her amazing community of Google peeps form the @globalGEG community and @CanWeTalkEDU! I appreciate you Mel! This is a great share!

Jake share who to follow, how to level up your mentality, and offers his favorite quote as he unpacks it's wisdom!

Connect with Jake Miller at: @JakeMillerTech   (on Twitter)   Or      JakeMillerTech@gmail.com

Jake is an authorized Google Apps for Education Trainer and is currently the Technology Integration Specialist for Brady Middle School in the Orange City School District. At Brady, Jake helps manage the implementation of Google Apps, 1:1 Chromebooks and Schoology, while working with a team to envision the building’s future integration of STEM, Fab Labs and MakerSpaces. He is a member of the Lead to Learn Project Core Team, which was recently awarded a $750,000 ODE Straight A Grant to further the school’s efforts in 21st Century Learning through innovation, design thinking and project based learning with access to a FabLab, MakerSpace, and other design resources.

He previously taught and co-created a middle school STEM Program at Kimpton Middle School in Stow-Munroe Falls, Ohio. Prior to that he taught 9 years of math and science in various grades. His Bachelor’s Degree is in middle-level education (math/science) from the University of Akron and his Master’s Degree is in Instructional Technology from Kent State University.

Jake has presented in the past at many conferences including the Chromebook Institute Great Lakes, the SPARCC Education Conference, the ITIP Ohio Summit featuring Google Apps for Education, the NEOTech Conference, the OCTM Conference, the OAESA Conference, the KEEP Academy, the NEOTIE Conference, the Cuyahoga ESC LEAD Conference and the OMLA Conference.  He has keynoted professional learning experiences for the Akron City School District (The Teach. Tech. Transform. Summit) and Cardinal Local School District.  He has also led professional developments for many area school districts and is the Technology Consultant for the Martha Holden Jennings grant-funded projects Writing Ourselves 1, 2 and 3.

He loves learning and sharing on Twitter (@JakeMillerTech).

@JakeMillerTech           JakeMillerTech@gmail.com

Jake is an authorized Google Apps for Education Trainer and is currently the Technology Integration Specialist for Brady Middle School in the Orange City School District. At Brady, Jake helps manage the implementation of Google Apps, 1:1 Chromebooks and Schoology, while working with a team to envision the building’s future integration of STEM, Fab Labs and MakerSpaces. He is a member of the Lead to Learn Project Core Team, which was recently awarded a $750,000 ODE Straight A Grant to further the school’s efforts in 21st Century Learning through innovation, design thinking and project based learning with access to a FabLab, MakerSpace, and other design resources.

He previously taught and co-created a middle school STEM Program at Kimpton Middle School in Stow-Munroe Falls, Ohio. Prior to that he taught 9 years of math and science in various grades. His Bachelor’s Degree is in middle-level education (math/science) from the University of Akron and his Master’s Degree is in Instructional Technology from Kent State University.

Jake has presented in the past at many conferences including the Chromebook Institute Great Lakes, the SPARCC Education Conference, the ITIP Ohio Summit featuring Google Apps for Education, the NEOTech Conference, the OCTM Conference, the OAESA Conference, the KEEP Academy, the NEOTIE Conference, the Cuyahoga ESC LEAD Conference and the OMLA Conference.  He has keynoted professional learning experiences for the Akron City School District (The Teach. Tech. Transform. Summit) and Cardinal Local School District.  He has also led professional developments for many area school districts and is the Technology Consultant for the Martha Holden Jennings grant-funded projects Writing Ourselves 1, 2 and 3.

He loves learning and sharing on Twitter (@JakeMillerTech).

At home, Jake leads a crazy, but fun family life with his wife, April, and their three kids–Cohen (8), Parker (6) and Beckett (3)–and dog, Kermit. The Miller Family are happy “Black Squirrels” as members of the great Kent, Ohio community. Jake and April, a school psychologist, have been married since July 2007.

Brenda Nieves is an active member of the TNT Edtech and Education Today listener community! She is a middle-school Spanish teacher and coach from Southern California.

A trained Technology and Engineering Educator, Liz has a passion for helping students become problem solvers and design thinkers. Liz has been teaching K - University technology and engineering education for over 10 years. She has worked in charter, public, private schools and MBA programs around the world.

As an international speaker, Liz knows how to engage audiences of all ages to ignite their curiosities and passions. She can make anyone feel comfortable and confident in trying new things and seeing a world they never knew existed.

Being a recognized leader in the NYS education scene Liz is on the cutting edge of the changes happening to education. She frequents discussions with state and national education policy makers in order to determine the future of education for all students.

Everyone loves being around Liz, she is naturally curious and can make you feel like you are the most important person in the room. She can  empathize with you in ways you have never experienced before. You have to meet her to feel her presence!

Nicole (@biscottinicole & www.nicolebiscotti) is proud to be an educator and believes that everyone should have access to a quality education that connects them with their purpose.  She seeks to bridge understanding, spark conversations, and inspire through her writing.

She is writing a book with her 9 year old son about ADHD from the unique perspectives of a child and a mother who is also a teacher. She has seen both personally and professionally how children struggle to be understood and how adults are often at a loss with how to handle the difficult behaviors associated with ADHD and believes that by sharing her and her son’s story, along with researched-based strategies, she can bridge understanding for kids who desperately need our support.

Nicole and her family live in Arizona and enjoy barbecues and road trips to Mexico.  She is originally from New York City where she gained a love of culture and travel. She has a Bachelor's Degree in Spanish from the University of Florida and a Master's Degree in Secondary Education from the University of Phoenix.  She is currently a Spanish Teacher and World Languages Department Chair in a public high school. She is a certified Translator & Interpreter as well and translates books.

Educator, Game Designer, and Podcaster shares what he has done at various levels of education regarding STEM, VR, and Game Design! You are in for a treat! watch this episode on youtube here: https://youtu.be/69Uv5esr7As

Author of Scripted, Tech Teacher, Sportscaster, Presenter & More! Also a  Brainpop, Wevideo, & Wakelet Ambassador! Bruce is an educator 26 years in the game! He has worked in all grade levels K-12. Currently he is a technology teacher at Cavallini Middle School where he teaches GSuite, Python Coding with Codesters and Television Production. One of his goals is for his students it to make all the classes memorable with tools they can use in all their subjects. His PD goal is to give educators tools they can use the next day in their classroom. 

Rick Bray is a talented educator, Schoology Ambassador, and friend! Words fall short of this man's talent! He seemingly knows it all when it comes to tech and can talk about anything! He is a great speaker and story teller, so you are in for a real treat!

Heather Lippert is an educator in the suburbs of Seattle and she shares a fantastic, raw, and real story about failure. She digs deep and recollects all of the trials that made her question her career to discover that she was given up on and that she would be the change, she would not do that with her students.

Jeni Long and Sallee Clark are international speakers, EdTech consultants, bloggers, and authors. They currently serve as Instructional Technologists with Eagle Mountain-Saginaw ISD. This dynamic duo, known as #Jenallee, is passionate about technology integration and making learning accessible & fun for all! Jeni and Salleé co-host a YouTube show called The Jenallee Show. Their blog and YouTube show highlight the newest EdTech tools and offer tech tutorials for teachers and educators across the globe. Between the two of them, they have over 35 years in education and have presented at BETT, TCEA, FETC, ISTE, and various other local conferences. They are both MIE Experts, Minecraft Trainers, Ed to the Max Consultants, as well as ambassadors for Wakelet, Buncee, Genially, Adobe and Flipgrid. In addition, #Jenallee has published articles with Tech & Learning!

Marcia Carrillo is an Induction Mentor, Podcaster, and Board member of her local ISTE affiliate CCCUE! Follow her on Twitter at: @MCarrilloEDU & @AMAMentors. Listen to her podcast here: https://open.spotify.com/episode/57WMt3ngepeCfOBkM93Un7?si=U2DUUVBdRJSr7g5T1CFgFw

Lisa Moe is an amazing 4th grade teacher with a passion for teaching, zeal for sharing, and an edtech guru! Follow her on Twitter @missmoeteaches and check out her work at: www.missmoeteaches.com

Daniel Del Real is the #1 Realtor in California. Hear his story here! With over $100 million in sale so far in 2020 he knows what it takes to achieve success. We draw out how those principles can be applied in Education.

This serves as an intro to they why behind the people I admire series. No tech, no pedagogy, just some real shares.

Tech Tips: 5 tips to Get You Through School Openings During the COVID19 Pandemic

Marcia is a kind and passionate educator out of Central California with a zeal for helping teachers! She is a former PE/Bio teacher turned teacher mentor. She pours her heart into everything she does including #Edtech. Join us as we Dream on about the possibilities that will lead to student success as we return to school! We reflect on lessons learned during COVID-19 so far and use them to prepare for the challenges that await us all during this tumultuous time of uncertainly, differences of opinion, and teaching is ways  we may never have been trained to do. 

Shout outs to:

Alice Keeler

Jon Corripo

Flipgrid 

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Amy Storer is an Instructional Coach and Technology Integration Mentor in Montgomery, Texas. She encourages and motivates others to reach far beyond the classroom walls to make the learning more meaningful and inspiring. This talented speaker has a passion for working with other educators and students to encourage them to make and foster global connections.

Dyann Wilson is a middle school counselor, TSCA Board Member, TCA Board Member, and a Texas On Course Fellow.  She is an advocate for her profession and her students.   She helps all students in the areas of academic achievement, career and social/emotional development, ensuring today's students become the productive, well-adjusted adults of tomorrow.  She loves to spend time with her family, travel, and living that RV life!!

Apps: Buncee, Wakelet, and OneNote

People to follow: Texas On Course, Amy Fast,  Ashley Wright, Jed Dearybury, Texas School Counseling Association, Marialice Curran, Leticia Citizen, and Brian Romero Smith.