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Our Classroom

Roberto Germán | Multicultural Classroom

Welcome to Our Classroom! In this space we talk about education, which is inclusive of, but not limited to what happens in schools. Education is taking place whenever and wherever we are willing to learn. In Our Classroom, we explore educational journeys, discuss instructional strategies, unpack books, speak with authors, and we think about how all of this is connected to education. Subscribe, rate the show and write a review! For resources to help you understand the intersection of race,

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Episode 40 | Border Stories w/ David Bowles

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2022/12/14

In this episode of Our Classroom, author and professorDavid Bowles joins to discuss Border Stories. Classroom Notes: Immigration and life on the border as focal points for his writing The way he shows up in his writing Balancing writing for children while also infusing profound topics David Bowlesis an associate professor and coordinator of the English education program atthe University of Texas Río Grande Valley. He is the award-winning Chicano author and translator of some thirty books,

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Episode 39 | Developing Antiracist, Pro-Human...

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2022/11/30

In this episode of Our Classroom, author Afrika Afeni Mills, shares insight about her book Open Windows, Open Minds: Developing Antiracist, Pro-Human Students. Classroom Notes: The story of her name 3 actions steps administrators and teachers can take right now to transform their instructional practices 3 things White antibias, antiracist practitioners wish they would have known when they were K-12 students Afrika Afeni Mills is an Education Consultant, Adjunct Instructor, and the author

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Episode 38 | Building a Pipeline of Black Teachers

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2022/11/16

In this episode of Our Classroom, Roberto shares an excerpt from the article To Build a Pipeline of Black Teachers, This Program Starts Recruiting in High School by Emily Tate Sullivan. The article examines the Genius, Joy and Love initiative led by Dr. Valerie Kinloch, dean of the University of Pittsburgh School of Education. Don't be late to class!Subscribe to Our Classroomtoday. Resources -Books & Curriculum/Blog/Merch

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Episode 37 | Creating Culturally Inclusive Literacy...

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2022/11/02

In this episode of Our Classroom, Roberto is joined by Kamania Wynter-Hoyte, Eliza Braden, Michele Myers, and Natasha Thorton, the authors of the book Revolutionary Love, to discuss Creating Culturally Inclusive Literacy Classrooms. Revolutionary Love offers practices that affirm and celebrate students' identities, languages, and cultures to build a vibrant community of engaged, valued, and thoughtful learners. Classroom Notes What revolutionary love is and what it look like in action The

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Episode 36 | Where Faith & Schools Can Meet w/ Zakiya...

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2022/10/19

In this episode of Our Classroom, Zakiya Jackson, President of The Expectations Project shares her insight and experience regarding where the church and public schools can meet. Key Moments: The role of the church in the current educational landscape Bridging the gap between the faith community and schools What has surprised Zakiya in this line of work Follow Zakiya - @expectationsproject Welcome to Our Classroom!

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Episode 35 | 4 Tips for School Leaders Starting DEI Work

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2022/10/05

Welcome to Season 2 of Our Classroom! In this episode, Roberto breaks down an article that he and Lorena originally published through Edutopia. The article examines the idea that school leaders should take an active role and set attainable goals to ensure that diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives are successful. #education #schools #schoolleaders #DEI #diversity #equity #inclusion #OurClassroom #MulticulturalClassroom Don't be late to class! Subscribe to Our Classroom

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Episode 34 | Students, Schools, People and Prisons w/...

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2022/09/21

Welcome to Our Classroom! In this episode, Stacy Seward, Executive Director of The Dream Network in Lawrence Massachusetts, joins to discuss the school-to-prison pipeline and prison to community re-entry, including a healing-centered transformative model along with financial literacy and economic power. Focal points: Origins of The Dream Network Wish teachers would have known or cared to know School-to-prison pipeline The impact of financial literacy and economic power StacySewardholds a

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Episode 33 | Reflections of a First Year School...

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2022/09/07

This week's guest was Terra Lynch, Director of Middle School at Headwaters School in Austin, Texas. We discussed the following: Director of Middle School role Triumphs & trials in the first year Expectations for year 2 ABAR efforts Welcome to Our Classroom! Terra Lynch spent a decade teaching Humanities at University Neighborhood High School in New York City, and a decade as a consultant for the New York University Metropolitan Center for Research on Equity and the Transformation of

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Episode 32 | Shifting POC Stories by Writing Fiction...

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2022/08/24

Aiko Bethea stopped by Our Classroom to discuss her upcoming publication, the Magnolia Murder Series. We touched upon the following:◦ Characters in the series◦ Shifting POC stories from being steeped in suffering◦ What it looks like when systemically marginalized communities define success on their own terms◦ Favorite authors Thefounder of RARE Coaching & Consulting, Aiko Bethea is an award-winning and highly sought after equity consultant, executive coach, and speaker. Aiko’s newest

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Episode 31 | Reading for Self w/ Dr. Sonja...

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2022/08/17

In this episode of Our Classroom, Dr. Sonja Cherry-Paul invites Lorena Germán to join her in one of the RedClayEd Community Conversations. As we transition from summer fun and flexibility, Sonja challenges the audience to consider the following themes: Nourishment Rejuvenation Preparation Anticipation Reflection Questions How are we feeding ourselves physically, spiritually, emotionally? How are we restoring ourselves with new ideas and ways of moving through the world? How are we

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Episode 30 | Hyphenated w/ Ummi Modeste

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2022/08/03

In the third and final part of ourpoetry series with authorUmmi Modeste, she shares and analyzes the poem Hyphenated from her bookBecause I Knew.This is one of her favorite poems as it speaks to the struggle of tracing her roots. R. Ummi Modeste is a native of Brooklyn, NY where she attended and graduated from the New York City Public School System. She retired from that same school system in 2021, after nearly 30 years of service as a teacher and college and career advisor at

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Episode 29 | Dreaming A Decolonized World w/ Ummi...

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2022/07/27

Part Two of ourpoetry series with authorUmmi Modesteexplores immigration from a number of different angles.In this episode, Ummi reads the poemDreaming A Decolonized Worldfrom her bookBecause I Knew.This is a passionate conversation that we invite you to join. Click the image above tolistento the episode now! R. Ummi Modeste is a native of Brooklyn, NY where she attended and graduated from the New York City Public School System. She retired from that same school system in 2021, after nearly

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Episode 28 | Quién Soy Yo (Who Am I) w/ Ummi Modeste

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2022/07/20

If you dig poetry then you are in for a treat! This is part one of a 3-part poetry series w/ author Ummi Modeste. In this episode, Ummi reads the poem Quien Soy Yo from her book Because I Knew. We then had the opportunity to analyze the poem and discuss ways to apply it in the classroom. R. Ummi Modeste is a native of Brooklyn, NY where she attended and graduated from the New York City Public School System. She retired from that same school system in 2021, after nearly 30 years of service

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Episode 27 | Mathin' It Up Pt. 3 w/ Kwame Sarfo- Mensah

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2022/07/06

Welcome to Our Classroom! In this brief episode, Math Educator and Consultant Kwame Sarfo-Mensah wraps up our conversation about math including talking about supporting bilingual learners. Kwame Sarfo-Mensah is a 15-year veteran urban educator and the founder & CEO of Identity Talk Consulting, LLC., an independent educational consulting firm that provides professional development and consulting services to K-12 school districts, educators, colleges & universities and educational

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Episode 26 | Mathin' It Up Pt. 2 w/ Kwame Sarfo-Mensah

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2022/06/29

As we proceed (P. Diddy voice) with the math strategies you need! In part 2 of Mathin' It Up w/ Kwame Sarfo-Mensah, we discuss Math & Hip Hop, creating a STEM Speaker Series, Culturally Responsive Teaching in math, standardized testing, and the difference between math in the USA and math in Western African countries. Kwame Sarfo-Mensah is a 15-year veteran urban educator and the founder & CEO of Identity Talk Consulting, LLC., an independent educational consulting firm that provides

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Episode 25 | Mathin' It Up Pt. 1 w/ Kwame Sarfo-Mensah

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2022/06/22

I don’t even like math like that but this was fun! 😂 My mom commented, “I wish I had a math teacher like you when I was in school!” Brother Kwame Sarfo-Mensah out here getting love from mom dukes! I guess he was a good guest to have on the show and I will have to bring him back in the future! Yes, I used all exclamation points is this caption! Check out this lively conversation where we talk about math, culturally responsive teaching, supporting educators in growing their anti bias anti

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Episode 24 | Change the Narrative w/ Henry J. Turner...

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2022/06/08

Henry J. Turner and Kathy Lopes join Roberto to discuss their new book Change the Narrative: How to Foster an Antiracist Culture in Your School. In addition, they share about their co-authoring process, their challenge in writing about assessments, and the content that most resonates with them. Henry J. Turner serves as principal at Newton North High School in Newton, Massachusetts. He is most proud of the collaborative community he workswithin to empower students to fight hate and bigotry

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Episode 23 | EdTech and Edupreneurship w/ Thom Gibson

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2022/05/25

It’s great to learn and journey with others. Thom Gibson is my go-to person for all EdTech related questions. In this episode of Our Classroom, we discussed EdTech and Edupreneurship. We also touched up fatherhood and the challenge of trying to maintain a healthy work-life balance. Thom Gibson is a two-time teacher of the year educator, creative director at New EdTech Classroom, educational consultant, and an Adobe Education Leader. He has taught middle-school math, robotics, and YouTube

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Episode 22 | Justice & Healing w/ Clara Mangali

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2022/05/11

Student voice matters! In this episode of Our Classroom, I had my first student guest, Clara Mangali. We discussed how her senior research project led to her creating a Justice & Healing virtual workshop for educators and students. Clara Mangali (she/her) is a student seeking to affect change through activism, community building, and identity development. She currently resides on the ancestral land of the Kizh people and is a senior at Chadwick School in Palos Verdes, California. After

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Episode 21 | You Have Agency w/ Lorena Germán

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2022/04/27

Since y’all kept stressing me about bringing Lorena Germán back on the podcast, I found a way to do it without giving her an opportunity to turn my interview into a flirt session with me! This is the shortest episode that I have published, yet it is fruitful. This is an excerpt from her Textured Teaching presentation several months ago at the ICTE (Iowa Council of Teachers of English) Conference. In this excerpt Lorena emphasizes the fact that You Have Agency! Lorena Germán is a two time

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