“Learnapalooza!”: Career Campus Insights

Send us a text Hit the restart button with Celine as she welcomes a dynamic coaching team, Ben and “Katie Mac” from Career Campuses. Discover how they're revolutionizing professional development with their “Learnapalooza” event, injecting fun and growth mindset into their unique career tech environment. From welding to cosmetology, learn how these coaches build vital…

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Building the Braves: Redefining Coaching Teams

 This is Restart Recharge, a podcast dedicated to the growth and development of coaches within the Indian Hill School District. Tune in to hear firsthand accounts of how our coaches learn from one another, tackle challenges, and continually refine their approaches to support our students and programs effectively, both as a united team and as…

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510 From Data to Action: Coaching Team Innovation

Dr. Jorge Valenzuela is a leading performance and education coach, author, and university instructor at Old Dominion University, as well as a speaker for Lifelong Learning Defined. He is dedicated to empowering educators through training in instructional innovation, action research, project-based learning (PBL), STEM pathways, entrepreneurship, and essential life skills. Partnering with Corwin, Dr. Valenzuela…

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509 Reflections and Connections (New Coach Edition)

 In this episode of Restart Recharge, we welcome Kaitlyn Frederick, an instructional design coach here at Forward Edge, who shares her unique perspectives on coaching, drawn from her experiences in both K-12 and the corporate world. Kaitlyn discusses the importance of creative marketing and truly listening to teachers' needs. She also provides innovative ideas such…

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508 Getting AI Ready this Summer with Gemini

 In this episode, we are excited to have Alex Melin, an instructional design coach from Forward Edge, share insights on AI in education, specifically exploring Google’s Gemini and its advanced features like gems, canvas, and deep research. Discover practical applications of AI for coaches, teachers, and educational leaders to enhance student learning and teaching efficiency.…

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507 Inside Elementary Literacy Coaching – Part 2

Join Katie Ritter and Matthaeus Huelse as they take a closer look into elementary literacy coaching with guest Jaclynn Krella. Explore how AI is being integrated into K-6 classrooms, the challenges faced, and effective strategies for planning and enhancing lesson engagement. Learn from Jaclynn's insights on cross-curricular approaches, supporting non-ELA teachers, and the impact of…

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506 Inside Elementary Literacy Coaching

Join Katie Ritter and Matthaeus Huelse as they turn their focus to elementary literacy coaching and welcome Jaclynn Krella, a seasoned educator with a Master's in Education and a structured literacy dyslexia specialist certification. Jaclynn shares her extensive experience as a classroom teacher, reading interventionist, and literacy coach supporting over 100 teachers. Dive into how…

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505 Exploring NotebookLM for Productivity and Collaboration

Join hosts Katie Ritter and Matthaeus Huelse as they explore the highly-talked-about tool, Notebook LM, on this episode of Restart Recharge. Special guest Bryson Min-Ryan, Assistant Director of Learning and Development, shares his insights on how instructional coaches and adult learners can leverage Notebook LM to enhance productivity and collaboration. Discover its unique features, including…

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504 Transitioning out of the Classroom

Join us as we discuss the transition from classroom teacher to instructional coach with our very own, Grace Brown. Grace, an instructional coach here at Forward Edge, shares her journey from teaching high school English to becoming a curriculum innovator and instructional design expert. This episode explores the challenges and adjustments teachers face when leaving…

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503 The Core of Coaching Framework

In this episode of 'Restart Recharge,' Matthaeus Huelse and Katie Ritter introduce the Core of Coaching Framework. Special guest Brooke Conklin shares insights into developing this comprehensive framework that guides coaches through building relationships, implementing sustainable changes, and initiating organizational shifts. Learn how to measure impact, utilize data, and foster systemic change within school environments.…

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