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Being an Anti-Racist Educator - Strategy 1

How can we be anti-racist in our practice as educators?  This approach to discipline in our school and classroom is a good first step.

This begins a series of episodes that will provide actionable anti-racist practices.

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Find your marigolds - A classic

School is different this year and it will no doubt be stressful!  Not putting the stress on students will be key.  We go into the vault for a great reminder on how to stay positive amidst the chaos.

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Move Your Baseline

Some simple advice on how make sure you're taking steps personally, and in education, to be anti-racist and push your practice. 11 minutes that can change the start of your school year!

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Racism Part 5 - Panel Discussion

OK, now what?  Many people have awoken in new ways to our systemic racism.  But what can educators, schools, and districts do to prepare students to change the system and be anti-racist?  This incredible panel of educators tackles this exact question.

Racism Part 4

As a white man, I must strive, as much as possible, to understand the experience of Black people.  In this episode, the great Ta-Nehisi Coates is my guide in this journey.  

Racism Part 3

I conclude our journey through White Fragility with some next steps in the fight as outlined by Robin Diangelo.    

Racism Part 2

I continue my reflection, as a white man, on racism and white fragility.  Part book report, part introspection; all aimed at pushing thinking forward.  

Racism Part 1

This begins our deep dive into racism.  Learning and self-reflection being the goals.  This episode focuses on the first few chapters of an incredible book, White Fragility, by Robin Diangelo.

Online learning...an opportunity

Many of us have been forced to start teaching online.  Despite the horrible reason why, this does give us as educators a unique opportunity to adapt and evolve.  Listen in for some quick ideas on how to make the most of a very tough situation.

Cement Shoes

Helping students learn when they're experiencing trauma is no easy task.  But wearing cement shoes can help.  Under 9 minutes... and this episode can really help your next 5 weeks!