 It was truly a delight to speak with Pernille Ripp. I’ve known her for some time and have watched her career as a leader in education and literacy grow over the past several years. She shares some of her personal challenges around parenting, her concerns for the future and what has gone well. You can listen or watch here but if you’re a podcast listener you can also subscribe via Apple Podcasts or Spotify. If you’re interested in more of these conversations, my co-author, Dr. Scott McLeod, has started a similar podcast, The COVID Chronicles which is focused a little more on leadership. Check it out!… Read the rest 

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What’s Happening? Pernille Ripp: Wisconsin

 Andy Mead is one of those educators who believes in deep relationships with students that usually include a bit of silliness and fun. While he doesn’t take himself very seriously, he indeed does take his role as principal very seriously. Andy gives you a nice overview of life as a principal in a COVID19 world. You can listen or watch here but if you’re a podcast listener you can also subscribe via Apple Podcasts or Spotify. If you’re interested in more of these conversations, my co-author, Dr. Scott McLeod, has started a similar podcast, The COVID Chronicles which is focused a little more on leadership. Check it out!… Read the rest 

What’s Happening? Andrew Mead: Manitoba

 The province of Nova Scotia has had a devastating spring beyond COVID-19 2 air crashes and a mass shooting has rocked this relatively small province. Erica Phillips is a long time friend and new principal who has had to work extra hard to comfort and support her staff and community. You can listen or watch here but if you’re a podcast listener you can also subscribe via Apple Podcasts or Spotify. If you’re interested in more of these conversations, my co-author, Dr. Scott McLeod, has started a similar podcast, The COVID Chronicles which is focused a little more on leadership. Check it out!… Read the rest 

What’s Happening? Erica Phillips: Nova Scotia

 Superintendent Susan Enfield is a 2018 Superintendent of the Year and a highly regarded leader with a focus on equity and high-quality student learning. What an honour it was to have a few moments of her time to explore the ways in which she is leading remote learning in the state of Washington. You can listen or watch here but if you’re a podcast listener you can also subscribe via Apple Podcasts or Spotify. If you’re interested in more of these conversations, my co-author, Dr. Scott McLeod, has started a similar podcast, The COVID Chronicles which is focused a little more on leadership. Check it out!… Read the rest 

What’s Happening? Susan Enfield: Washington

 Norway is already sending some of its students back to school. Ann Michaelsen, a school leader gives us insight into how Norway is handling COVID-19 both from an educational and societal perspective. We talk about Norway, Finland and Sweden. Enjoy. You can listen or watch here but if you’re a podcast listener you can also subscribe via Apple Podcasts or Spotify. If you’re interested in more of these conversations, my co-author, Dr. Scott McLeod, has started a similar podcast, The COVID Chronicles which is focused a little more on leadership. Check it out!… Read the rest 

What’s Happening? Ann Michaelsen: Norway

 Michelle Baldwin is a dear friend who teaches elementary school at Anastasis Academy in Colorado. Her school is centred around inquiry and Michelle and the team offer some of the best learning experiences you can find. You can listen or watch here but if you’re a podcast listener you can also subscribe via Apple Podcasts or Spotify. If you’re interested in more of these conversations, my co-author, Dr. Scott McLeod, has started a similar podcast, The COVID Chronicles which is focused a little more on leadership. Check it out!… Read the rest 

What’s Happening? Michelle Baldwin: Colorado

 Without question, José Vilson is one of the most important voices in K-12 education today. From his provocative writing both on his blog and his book, This Is Not a Test, to his advocacy in the educolor movement, his reach is far and wide. In addition, living in New York City provides him with an additional perspective on what it’s like to teach and live in one of the world’s hotspots of COVID19. Here’s my conversation with José. You can listen or watch here but if you’re a podcast listener you can also subscribe via Apple Podcasts or Spotify. If you’re interested in more of these conversations, my co-author, Dr. Scott McLeod, has started a similar podcast, The COVID Chronicles which is focused a little more on leadership. Check it out!… Read the rest 

What’s Happening: José Vilson: New York

 There are so many people that support educators beyond classroom teacher and district leaders. Melissa Emler represents those agencies that are critical at this time in ensuring students have the bandwidth and resources to be successful. You can listen or watch here but if you’re a podcast listener you can also subscribe via Apple Podcasts or Spotify. If you’re interested in more of these conversations, my co-author, Dr. Scott McLeod, has started a similar podcast, The COVID Chronicles which is focused a little more on leadership. Check it out!… Read the rest 

What’s Happening? Melissa Emler: Wisconsin

 Eric Langhorst is a long time connection of mine who has always been at the forefront of educational technology in his classroom. He’s also part of a district that had many things in place to transition as smoothly as possible into this new learning. You can listen or watch here but if you’re a podcast listener you can also subscribe via Apple Podcasts or Spotify. If you’re interested in more of these conversations, my co-author, Dr. Scott McLeod, has started a similar podcast, The COVID Chronicles which is focused a little more on leadership. Check it out!… Read the rest 

What’s Happening? Eric Langhorst: Missouri

 Alaina Trott is the Director of Strategic Initiatives for Chesapeake Public School Division in Virginia. She is part of a team and school division that has been focused on equity for several years. This time in our world has put their values to the test and they are definitely in a better position than many to understand and deal with equity issues as they represent a major concern in the Covid-19 world. You can listen or watch here but if you’re a podcast listener you can also subscribe via Apple Podcasts or Spotify. If you’re interested in more of these conversations, my co-author, Dr. Scott McLeod, has started a similar podcast, The COVID Chronicles which is focused a little more on leadership. Check it out!… Read the rest 

What’s Happening? Alaina Trott: Virginia

 I have a list in my head of smart people I’ve never met in person. Amy Fast is on that list. Her disposition and beliefs line up very closely with mine. She shares great stuff online and is willing to share her struggles as well as shining a light on those she serves. You can listen or watch here but if you’re a podcast listener you can also subscribe via Apple Podcasts or Spotify. If you’re interested in more of these conversations, my co-author, Dr. Scott McLeod, has started a similar podcast, The COVID Chronicles which is focused a little more on leadership. Check it out!… Read the rest 

What’s Happening? Amy Fast: Oregon

 Allison Curry is a born and raised Alaskan and did a tremendous job helping me understand their realities during Covid19. She’s a long time technology advocate with lots of expertise. She’d be a great person to connect with if you aren’t already following her on twitter. You can listen or watch here but if you’re a podcast listener you can also subscribe via Apple Podcasts or Spotify. If you’re interested in more of these conversations, my co-author, Dr. Scott McLeod, has started a similar podcast, The COVID Chronicles which is focused a little more on leadership. Check it out!… Read the rest 

What’s Happening? Allison Curry: Alaska

 I’ve been privileged to work with Sheryl Nussbaum-Beach and Powerful Learning Practice supporting and coaching educators in Guam over the past several months. One of the great educators I’ve met and worked with is Solange Prudente, a teacher-librarian at Astumbo Elementary School. Solange shares about her work in that role as well as the way in which Guam is dealing with the crisis. You can listen or watch here but if you’re a podcast listener you can also subscribe via Apple Podcasts or Spotify. If you’re interested in more of these conversations, my co-author, Dr. Scott McLeod, has started a similar podcast, The COVID Chronicles which is focused a little more on leadership. Check it out!… Read the rest 

What’s Happening? Solange Prudente: Guam

 What a privilege to interview Carla Pereira, the Director of Communications at Peel District School Board in Ontario. Carla is one of my favourite follows on Twitter both as a communications expert but also as a warm, funny human. Carla offers some unique perspectives in terms of messaging for parents, students and teachers. No doubt, these people are amongst the busiest during this time. You can listen or watch here but if you’re a podcast listener you can also subscribe via Apple Podcasts or Spotify. If you’re interested in more of these conversations, my co-author, Dr. Scott McLeod, has started a similar podcast, The Covid Chronicles which is focused a little more on leadership. Check it out!… Read the rest 

What’s Happening? Carla Pereira: Ontario

 Chris Layton is a vice-principal in Oak Ridge Tennesee. Along with being a thoughtful leader, Chris’s school is in the enviable position of being a 1-1 laptop school that has worked hard over the past 5 years to embrace a blended learning model. As you’ll hear, there are still many challenges but he’s also creating opportunities for learning to thrive. You can listen or watch here but if you’re a podcast listener you can also subscribe via Apple Podcasts or Spotify. … Read the rest 

What’s Happening? Chris Layton: Tennesse

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