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Schoolutions: Curious Educators. Evidence-Based Strategies. Classrooms Where Every Child Thrives.

Do you need innovative strategies to strengthen your school culture and spark student growth? This podcast is your go-to resource for coaches, teachers, administrators, and families seeking to create dynamic and engaging learning environments.In each episode, you"ll discover how to unite educators and caregivers to support students, tackle common classroom challenges, and cultivate an atmosphere where every learner can thrive.With over 25 years of experience as a teacher and coach, host Olivia Wahl

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Want Students to See Their Own Greatness? Empower...

Schoolutions: Curious Educators. Evidence-Based... ·

2026/04/22

In this short, Muriel Summers and I explore the concept of empowerment, drawing insights from Stephen Covey's 7 Habits and the Leader in Me framework. We discuss how true leadership involves recognizing and unleashing the inherent greatness within individuals, fostering significant personal growth. This perspective highlights the importance of cultivating success habits and continuous self-improvement for effective leadership development. Drawing from the collaborative work of Dr. Hatch, we ...

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16:18

Want Children to Find Their Inner Leader? Do This...

Schoolutions: Curious Educators. Evidence-Based... ·

2026/04/20

In part one of my S5E34 @schoolutionspodcast conversation, Muriel Summers of Leader in Me offers life advice and highlights the significant impact of entrusting children with real responsibility. This practice is a powerful, yet often underestimated, tool in child development. Summers, with extensive experience, offers valuable teaching and parenting tips, encouraging a positive parenting approach that fosters growth and confidence in children. Muriel shares the story of how Oprah Winfrey's ...

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19:44

Why Civics Knowledge Doesn't Necessarily Lead to...

Schoolutions: Curious Educators. Evidence-Based... ·

2026/04/17

In part two of my S5E33 Schoolutions conversation, Colleen O'Brien, Ed.D., reveals what decades of research and classroom teaching experience taught her: the gap between civic knowledge and civic participation isn't apathy, it's confidence. Colleen and I explore: 🔹 Why low engagement in civic life is really a confidence problem, not an apathy problem 🔹 What inclusive teaching and nonpartisan facilitation actually look like in practice 🔹 How student participation in structured discussi...

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What the Data Actually Shows About Young Voters

Schoolutions: Curious Educators. Evidence-Based... ·

2026/04/15

In this short, civics educator and doctoral researcher Colleen O'Brien, Ed.D., (Co-Director of Civics for Colorado) shares how a recent Georgetown University survey highlights a crucial point: 90% of youth believe understanding the us government is important. This educational video explores how this strong interest in civics debunks the myth of student apathy. It's clear that fostering democracy begins with informed education, not just textbook knowledge. In the full part 1 episode, we cover...

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31:21

Students Don't Need Motivation for Civics: They Need...

Schoolutions: Curious Educators. Evidence-Based... ·

2026/04/13

Part one of my S5E33 Schoolutions conversation, Colleen O'Brien, Ed.D., discusses the critical role of civic education in fostering informed citizens. She argues that providing students with real civic experiences, not just textbook definitions, can shift their engagement from passive observation to active participation. Some Episode Mentions: Dr. Diana Owen, Georgetown University Civic Education Research Lab (CERL)Justice Anthony Kennedy Center for Civic EducationCommon Cause...

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23:53

Why the Best Classrooms Look More Like Nature Than...

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2026/04/10

In part two of my S5E32 Schoolutions conversation with Dr. Benjamin Freud of the Green School Bali, we explore how regeneration and regenerative agriculture principles can inform learning, emphasizing a more holistic view. This conversation is designed to cultivate fresh perspectives on adult learning and sustainable development in educational contexts. We cover: → The four S's of the Bird Lab — sensing, seeking, shaping, and storytelling — and why this framework supports active learning and...

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0:59

What a School in the Jungle Taught Me About...

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2026/04/08

This short with Benjamin Freud, Ph.D., of Green School Bali explores how the learning process is intrinsically linked to active participation. Benjamin highlights the profound connection between learning by doing and contributing to community building. Discover how a trajectory focused on community engagement shapes a meaningful learning journey. This isn't just a school in the jungle; it's a radical reimagination of why we learn, how we grow, and who we learn for. Most traditional schools,...

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31:30

A School in the Jungle With No Walls & Lessons Every...

Schoolutions: Curious Educators. Evidence-Based... ·

2026/04/06

In part one of my S5E32 Schoolutions conversation, Dr. Benjamin Freud, Head of Upper School at Green School Bali, challenges conventional beliefs about education. This conversation explores the philosophy of education, questioning whether traditional approaches truly foster learning. We discuss the future of education, focusing on sustainable living and environmental education as pathways to deeper understanding and innovation. We cover: → Why "learning through doing" is not the same as lear...

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April's Confidence Boost for Students & Teachers!

Schoolutions: Curious Educators. Evidence-Based... ·

2026/04/04

This month, @schoolutionspodcast focuses on cultivating student confidence through insightful conversations. Dr. Benjamin Freud discusses the principles of regenerative agriculture, emphasizing that learning by doing is essential for true understanding. Following this, Colleen O'Brien, Ed.D., highlights the critical role of civic education in fostering informed citizens and strengthening democracy. Muriel Summers speaks to why we need to believe in children, even before they believe in them...

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23:01

San Diego Unified School District⁩'s Bold Plan: $4...

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2026/04/03

Part two of my ⁨@schoolutionspodcast⁩ conversation with Superintendent Fabiola Bagula, Ph.D., details the San Diego Unified School District's strategies for affordable housing and community building. Their initiative showcases a regional vision for urban planning that aims to tackle the housing crisis and drive social change. This discussion offers a glimpse into real estate and local news efforts to support educators. 💫Make sure to watch Part 1 & Some Episode Mentions: ➡️David Tat...

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San Diego Unified's Solving the Housing Crisis for...

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2026/04/01

In this short, a visionary superintendent, Fabi Bagula, Ph.D., breaks down a bold, innovative approach to teacher retention and the housing crisis: repurposing district-owned land to develop affordable housing for employees, complete with on-site daycare and trade apprenticeships for students entering the workforce. This is what school leadership done right looks like: tackling the real barriers to teacher retention, strengthening school culture, and driving education transformation from the...

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22:52

The Groundbreaking Plan to Stop Teachers From Being...

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2026/03/30

In part one of my S5E31 @schoolutionspodcast conversation, Dr. Fabi Bagula, Superintendent of San Diego Unified School District, discusses her authentic approach to leadership and its impact on education. She shares insights into critical teacher retention issues and the innovative, affordable housing solutions her team is implementing in San Diego, California. Fabi's commitment to equity and school improvement strategies is evident as she addresses the challenges and triumphs of leading with...

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26:17

100% Ask-Back Rate: Why Every School That Tries...

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2026/03/27

Part 2 of my ⁨@schoolutionspodcast⁩ conversation with Tonya Quinn from The Kindness Art Education details how her Portrait Pals program uses art to address critical attendance management issues. The initiative fosters a powerful kindness movement, helping to alleviate stress relief among students by connecting them through shared experiences. This approach significantly contributes to improving kids mental health and overall school engagement. 💫Make sure to check out Part 1 before this

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The 3-Step Method Every Portrait Artist Needs

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2026/03/25

In this short, we discuss creating and painting portraits by focusing on three key areas: shape, light and shadow, and spirit. Tonya Quinn outlines how to paint a face by observing and interpreting human features, emphasizing that even simple shapes like parentheses can represent them. This approach provides valuable painting tips and painting techniques for artists of all levels. By teaching students to read a face, not just draw it, children develop the skills to notice how a classmate is ...

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20:48

Every Child Needs These 4 Rules to Become an Artist

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2026/03/23

Part 1 of my S5E30 @schoolutionspodcast conversation, Tonya Quinn from The Kindness Art Education shares her journey, emphasizing the role of visual art and art for kids in shaping worldviews. This conversation highlights how art classes for beginners can ignite creativity and provide healing, even far from home. Tonya illuminates how personal hardship has fostered her powerful kindness movement. In this episode, you'll discover: → The 4 rules for being an artist (and why they work for...

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22:11

Africa Has a Literacy Crisis. America Has an...

Schoolutions: Curious Educators. Evidence-Based... ·

2026/03/20

In Part 2 of my @schoolutionspodcast conversation, Dr. Kris Nystrom (founder of Reading the World Inc.) connects the dots among global literacy rates, the world economy, and why what happens in a slum school in Nairobi has a profound economic impact. This discussion highlights the critical role of universal education in addressing poverty and fostering global awareness, underscoring the broader implications for finance and world news. Kris shares: 🌍 Why student success in Kenya is dire...

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0:54

Where You're Born Shouldn't Decide Your Education

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2026/03/18

What does a child's birthplace have to do with their right to learn? Everything. And Dr. Kris Nystrom is doing something about it. This clip explores the philosophical foundation of "reading the world," asserting that a child's place of birth should not dictate their access to education for all. It underscores the critical role of academic success in fostering social justice. This perspective drives the daily work of educators committed to education reform, questioning why any child should b...

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21:34

Lions, Floods, & Poverty: Knocking Down The Barriers...

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2026/03/16

Part One of my S5E29 @schoolutionspodcast with Dr. Kris Nystrom highlights the critical need for education for all and how a dedicated "teacher" can drive education reform through direct action. It reframes our understanding of social justice in educational contexts and the profound impact of ensuring academic success globally. In Part 1 of this conversation, Kris shares: • How 10 years of global literacy research revealed a crisis hiding in plain sight • What the "four horsemen of education...

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21:11

Federal Funding Threatened: Here's How Homeless...

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2026/03/13

In Part 2 of my @schoolutionspodcast conversation, Erin Patterson from SchoolHouse Connection returns to detail legislative wins for families experiencing homelessness, showcasing how advocacy works amid federal budget cuts. In this episode, you'll learn: How $129 million in homeless education funding was zeroed out in the President's FY26 budget, and how SchoolHouse Connection got it restored through nonpartisan grassroots advocacyWhat the McKinney-Vento Act actually guarantees for ho...

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The Truth About Childhood Homelessness

Schoolutions: Curious Educators. Evidence-Based... ·

2026/03/11

This clip with Erin Patterson of SchoolHouse Connection explores the often-overlooked reality of childhood homelessness, particularly for families with children. We learn that many children experiencing homelessness are having to "double up" with others, making them part of the invisible people in our communities. These real-life stories shed light on how economic inequality contributes to the challenges faced by children experiencing homelessness. Housing instability is one of the bi...

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