Educating All Learners Alliance

Helping Organizations Thrive with the Support of Mentorship and Philanthropy

In this episode EALA is joined by 2023 past New Champion Kim Riley of The Transition Academy, alongside mentor, Deb Hanmer CEO & founder of Breakthrough Leadership. Together, they will be discussing the impact of philanthropic dollars and capacity building for organizational growth. Check out EALA's New Champions Fund. To learn more about The Transition Academy go to thetransitionacademy.org/. To learn more about Breakthough Leadership go to www.bktlead.com/. 

 

For the full transcript go to bit.ly/HelpingOrganizationsThrive 

Shifting Mindsets for Educational Equity: A Deep Dive with All Means All

In this episode, EALA talks to Lindsay Kruse, the CEO and Co-Founder of All Means All, and Tony Castillo, the Head of Schools for YES Prep Public Schools and member of the original AMA Cohort. This Deep Dive podcast explores how All Means All is increasing equitable outcomes and opportunities for students with disabilities and other students with intersectional identities who have been historically marginalized by offering comprehensive school and system leader support. Listen in to hear Lindsay and Tony break down why adult mindset and culture is so crucial for improving outcomes for all students. 

 

For the full transcript go to bit.ly/DeepDiveAMA 

Changing the Conversation: Five Minutes with REEL2e

In this episode, EALA is joined by Callie Turk, co-founder of REEL2e and mom of a twice-exceptional student. REEL2e is a non-profit organization working to ensure twice-exceptional students thrive in school by raising parent and educator awareness and understanding. Listen in to hear how REEL2e is changing the conversation by smashing stigmas, dispelling misconceptions, and embracing learning differences.

To learn more about REEL2e and their free resources for parents and educators visit reel2e.org 

 

For the full transcript go to bit.ly/44fsR9e 

Accessible Media, On-Demand: 5 Minutes with Described and Captioned Media Program

In this episode, EALA is joined by Cindy Camp of The Described and Captioned Media Program, the nation’s leading source of accessible educational videos. Listen in as they discuss the importance of high-quality captions and the impact of DCMP’s work for students with disabilities. To learn more about DCMP and how to access their free library of over 18,000 educational videos, visit dcmp.org. 

 

For the full transcript, go to bit.ly/5MinsWithDCMP 

A Deep Dive with Kathy Hoffman: Discussing the Future of Special Education

In this episode EALA is joined by Kathy Hoffman, the Executive Director of Innovation & Special Education Initiatives at Arizona State University, and Co Leader behind Project OASIS. Listen in as we discuss how Project Oasis is ensuring all learners, particularly students with learning differences, have access to the opportunities they need to have lifelong success. 

To get in touch with Kathy, email Katherine.Hoffman@asu.edu. and to learn more about Project OASIS's collaboration with the Vail School district go to: education.asu.edu/about/news/creating-district-wide-approach-educational-inclusion 

 

For the full transcript go to bit.ly/3PKsiym 

Parenting is a Growth Opportunity: Five Minutes with The Parent Venture

In this episode, EALA is joined by Charlene Margot, co-founder and CEO of The Parent Venture, a nonprofit dedicated to providing high-quality, inclusive parent and community education. Listen in to hear how The Parent Venture is empowering families by making parent education free and accessible to thousands of people across the country.

To learn more about The Parent Venture and to access their free webinars and resources, visit www.parentventure.org/ 

 

Access the full transcript go to bit.ly/3vmDhHl 

5 Minutes with Brad Thompson: Innovation in the Special Education Teacher Workforce

In this episode, EALA discusses with Brad Thompson the importance and positive impact that team based models in special education has on teacher retention and student progress. The Next Education Workforce works with districts to develop team-based staffing, aimed at distributing expertise amongst teachers to deliver more personalized learning experiences for all students.

 

For the full transcript go to bit.ly/5MinsWithBradThompson 

Using Data to Empower Teacher Intuition: A Deeper Dive with MindPrint Learning

In this episode, EALA is joined by Nancy Weinstein, the founder and CEO of MindPrint Learning, and Greg King, the Director of Research. Listen in as they discuss how they are using data to help educators focus on students' strength and tap into every learner's potential.

To learn more about MindPrint Learning and how they use cognitive data to teach students how they learn, visit mindprintlearning.com

Access the full transcript bit.ly/MindprintDeepDive 

5 Minutes with Teach for All

In this episode, EALA sits down with Rachel Brody, Head of Global Resources at Teach for All, and they discuss the organization's global initiatives in inclusive education, climate change education, and technology. Learn about Teach for All's impactful Inclusive Education Fellowship and hear inspiring success stories of educators making a difference in their local communities. 

 

For the full transcript go to bit.ly/5MinsWithTeachforAll 

5 Minutes with The Learning Accelerator: Focusing on Equity in Virtual Learning

In this episode, EALA discusses with Ryan Mick how The Learning Accelerator assists teachers and policymakers in advancing all learners within virtual or hybrid learning models on their educational journey. Interested in a partnership with TLA? Email partnerships@LearningAccelerator.org

 

For the full transcript go to bit.ly/5MinsWithTLA