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![Episode #309: Carlos Johnson](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog8315822/CJohnson_headshot_300x300.jpg)
3 days ago
Episode #309: Carlos Johnson
3 days ago
3 days ago
As a professional speaker, trainer, and author, Mr. Johnson, AKA “Coach Carlos,” is locally bred, but his work and research on culture and engagement have taken him nationally and internationally. “Coach Carlos” and his team of consultants have utilized his experience and research to successfully turn around three failing public schools and one private Christian academy. In addition, his training and strategies have helped to change school culture and increase parental engagement, student enrollment, and staff and student retention. His driving belief is: “After 20 years of research, all evidence confirms that a highly engaged school culture is the mother of High-performance!”
His transformational philosophy and practice have recently been published by Solution Tree entitled Power Engage-Seven Power Moves For Building Strong Relationships To Increase Engagement With Students And Parents System And Philosophy. His online/on-site system trains thousands of parents, students, and instructional teams each year on the psychology and practice of engagement.
Additionally, in response to young men’s worldwide academic and behavioral failure, he created the online tutoring, life skills, and coaching program for boys called Future Man Prep. “Coach Carlos’s” purpose of transforming institutions and individuals is obvious, and his passion is infectious when he speaks or trains.
Find Coach Carlos online: www.imageofsucess.com www.carlosjohnson.org FB: @coachcarlos
![Episode #308: Ken Burrows](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog8315822/KBurrows_headshot_300x300.png)
Wednesday Jul 17, 2024
Episode #308: Ken Burrows
Wednesday Jul 17, 2024
Wednesday Jul 17, 2024
Ken Burrows is currently an English learner coordinator and owner of the business Rap Opera for Kids that uses Hip Hop and rap music to teach language arts skills using song lyrics. He taught as an English learner teacher in Virginia for 12 years, and through his experiences in the classroom, he developed several strategies and methods based on English language instruction research and best practices combined with rap music to develop the lessons and activities he shares with teachers through Rap Opera for Kids, helping them achieve high student engagement with cultural relevance.
Find Ken online: www.rapoperaforkids.com or @rapoperacentral on YouTube
![Episode #307: Mike Beyer](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog8315822/MBeyer_headshot_300x300.jpg)
Wednesday Jul 10, 2024
Episode #307: Mike Beyer
Wednesday Jul 10, 2024
Wednesday Jul 10, 2024
Michael Beyer was an award-winning, National Board Certified K-12 teacher and principal. He transformed a school on the south side of Chicago, then led the merger of two schools, one being the wealthiest in Chicago and the other in the Cabrini Green housing development.
Since leaving education he has worked as real estate broker, Chief of Staff of an environmental nonprofit, and currently a change management consultant. Mike served overseas in the US Air Force and has received a bachelor’s degree in Psychology, two master’s degrees in Art History and Education, and a doctorate in Education Leadership.
Mike is married to his wife of more than twenty years, with whom they have two children. Taught middle school self-contained 8 years, was an administrator PK-12 for close to 10 years. He still engages with educators through consulting. They reside in Oak Park, Illinois.
Mike be reached via LinkedIn www.linkedin.com/in/mmccbeyer Mike is available for consulting, coaching, and speaking engagements.
![Episode #306: Matthew Ebert](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog8315822/MEbert_headshot_300x300.jpg)
Wednesday Jul 03, 2024
Episode #306: Matthew Ebert
Wednesday Jul 03, 2024
Wednesday Jul 03, 2024
Matthew Ebert is a human-centered leader with 20+ years of experience in education, primarily focused on school leadership in urban settings. Matthew’s consulting is grounded in his experiences as a teacher, director of academic innovation, academy leader, and a decade of successful leadership as a public charter school principal. Throughout his leadership tenure, Matthew has developed teams that exceed expectations, consistently achieving strong results. He is committed to cultivating healthy work and learning environments in which individuals feel seen, heard, and valued. In addition to helping team members consistently attain their personal and professional goals, Matthew has facilitated dramatic and consistent growth in student achievement in both Baltimore and Boston, in metrics focused on academic achievement and school climate. Matthew’s leadership is based on the idea that we are all here to take care of one another.
Find Matthew online: Website: www.eberteducationalconsulting.com
Twitter (X): @eberteducation
Instagram: @eberteducationalconsulting
Facebook: @matthew ebert
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/matthewebert1982/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/ebert-educational-consulting
![Episode # 305: Katie Kinder](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog8315822/KKinder_headshot_300x300.jpg)
Thursday Jun 27, 2024
Episode # 305: Katie Kinder
Thursday Jun 27, 2024
Thursday Jun 27, 2024
Katie Kinder, author of Untold Teaching Truths and Hallway Leadership, is a highly sought after professional learning facilitator; she has been an educator since 2006. She brings her message of hope, fun, and real strategies to educators all over the nation. She believes that life is fun, and learning should most definitely be fun. A teacher of the year, top five district finalist, Speaker, Author, Professional Development Leader, a Mom, a Wife, a Fierce Advocate for Education, Katie has learned a trick or two in the classroom, so come on in, and have some fun, and hook your students from day one!
Find Katie online: Katie Kinder – Education Consultant Sharing Untold Teaching Truths www.katie-kinder.com, @KatieKinder1 on X
![Episode #304: Mark Aaron Alsip](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog8315822/M_Alsip_headshot_300x300.jpg)
Wednesday Jun 19, 2024
Episode #304: Mark Aaron Alsip
Wednesday Jun 19, 2024
Wednesday Jun 19, 2024
Mark Alsip is a computer scientist and former fundamentalist Young Earth Creationist. Indoctrinated at the age of 6, conflicts soon arose over his love of science. Mark is alarmed at the intrusion of fundamentalism into all aspects of our society (especially government), believing it has led to book bans, science denial, anti-LGBTQ legislation, and denial of women's reproductive rights. His new book, "Journey to Reason" describes how he broke free from fundamentalism and offers a stark warning of its dangers to society. Mark also writes the long-running Bad Science Debunked blog (https://www.BadScienceDebunked.com), where he does lighthearted takedowns of urban legends, science denial, and the abundance of misinformation available on social media.
Find Mark online: www.alsip.net @MarkAlsup on FB
![Episode #303: Ari Gerzon-Kessler](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog8315822/AGerzonKessler_headshot_300x300.jpg)
Wednesday Jun 12, 2024
Episode #303: Ari Gerzon-Kessler
Wednesday Jun 12, 2024
Wednesday Jun 12, 2024
Ari Gerzon-Kessler leads the Family Partnerships department for the Boulder Valley School District (Colorado) and is an educational consultant working with schools and districts committed to forging stronger school-family partnerships. He has been an educator since 2000, having served as a principal, bilingual teacher, and SEL trainer. Ari is the author of the book, On The Same Team: Bringing Educators and Underrepresented Families Together (Solution Tree, 2024).
Find Ari online: LinkedIn @arigerzonkelzler, also on FB email: arigerzonatgmail.com
He can do coaching support, presentations, to help other districts.
![Episode #302: Johnathan Cranford](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog8315822/JCranford_headshot_300x300.jpeg)
Wednesday Jun 05, 2024
Episode #302: Johnathan Cranford
Wednesday Jun 05, 2024
Wednesday Jun 05, 2024
Johnathan has seven years of experience as a special education teacher at a therapeutic campus for students with severe emotional disturbance and five more years as an in-school suspension teacher at two middle schools. After discovering how in-school suspension programs are failing to meet the needs of our most at-risk students, Johnathan created a trauma informed in-school suspension program to address the current disciplinary, academic, and SEL requirements of our student populations. After successfully establishing ISS programs on multiple campuses, he created a roadmap for others to follow in his latest book The Art of In-School Suspension.
Find Johnathan online: Trauma Informed In-School Suspension Training System: https://www.amazon.com/Art-School-Suspension-Discipline-Benefits/dp/B0B7QHWZ73/
The Art of In-School Suspension Book: http://www.theartofiss.com
Twitter @mrcranfordiss
![Episode #301: AJ Bianco](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog8315822/AJBianco_headshot_300x300.jpg)
Thursday May 30, 2024
Episode #301: AJ Bianco
Thursday May 30, 2024
Thursday May 30, 2024
AJ Bianco is a husband and proud father of three, who has dedicated his professional life to the field of education. Currently serving as the Assistant Principal at East Brook Middle School in New Jersey, AJ brings experience and a passion for innovative teaching practices to his role. One of AJ's primary areas of focus is on empowering and supporting educators. He takes great pride in coaching teachers, guiding them towards strategies that not only elevate their teaching skills but also maximize the potential of their students. AJ is a firm believer in the transformative power of technology in the classroom and consistently advocates for its integration to enhance the learning experience. Known for his commitment to progressive educational approaches, AJ champions Blended Learning practices, Personalized Learning, Project-Based Learning, and the Flipped Classroom model. He believes in tailoring teaching methods to the unique needs of each student, fostering a dynamic and inclusive learning environment.
AJ's influence extends beyond the school walls through his engagement with the education community. An avid podcast listener himself, AJ is not only the host of the ReflectEd Podcast but also the co-host of PodcastPD. Through these platforms, he shares his insights, interviews thought leaders, and explores the latest trends in education, all with the goal of inspiring and informing educators worldwide. AJ maintains an active online presence through his website and podcast at www.ajbianco.me. Here, he shares resources, reflections, and valuable content related to education and leadership.
You can connect with AJ and join the conversation on all social media platforms by following X, FB, LinkedIn, IG @AJBianco or Podcast PD,
![Episode #300: Dr. Rob Martinez & Holly Stuart](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog8315822/300th_ep_livestream_300x300.png)
Wednesday May 22, 2024
Episode #300: Dr. Rob Martinez & Holly Stuart
Wednesday May 22, 2024
Wednesday May 22, 2024
Holly Stuart is the Education Specialist at Foldscope Instruments. She has over 10 years of science education experience in both indoor and outdoor classrooms ranging from 3K through 12th grade. She is currently a Teach Better Team Ambassador and Mentor Ambassador.
Find Holly on X & Instagram: @hollyastuart Foldscope Website: https://foldscope.com/
Dr. Robert A. Martinez is currently the Chief of Human Resources for the Antioch Unified School District. HIs new book, "Recipes for Resilience, Nurturing Perseverance in Students and Educators" was recently released and is available on @Amazon. He shares messages from his life and lessons learned. His life's work has focused on helping others live courageous, resilient lives.
Find Rob online: @ResiliencyGuy on Facebook, X, Instagram, TikTok, and Linkedn.