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BRIGHT: Stories of Hope & Innovation in Michigan Classrooms

Michigan Virtual

Michigan is home to so many outstanding educators. In this podcast, powered by Michigan Virtual, we talk to inspirational Michigan educators known for their innovative approach to learning and hear first-hand what their classrooms look like, how these changes impact students, and what advice they have for fellow educators looking to try something new.

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00:38:40

3 Tips for Bringing Hope Into the Alternative...

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2022/07/06

For students who struggle in the traditional classroom, alternative education programs can serve as bastions of hope for the future. In this episode of BRIGHT, we chat with Danielle Bell, a teacher for Romulus Virtual Learning Center, who sheds light on some common misconceptions about virtual learning, explores why hope is such a critical part of alternative education, and offers three tips for her fellow educators on bringing hope into the alternative classroom.

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00:45:08

3 Things to Consider When Implementing Restorative...

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2022/06/29

More than just an approach to school discipline, restorative practices ask us to rethink the way we as a society treat those who have wronged us. In this episode of BRIGHT, we chat with Eric Graves, the former statewide coordinator for the Michigan Cares program, who has occupied many roles in education, acting as a teacher, principal, and consultant. Eric explores what true community healing requires of all of us and offers three things to consider when implementing restorative practices at your

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00:26:11

3 Ways to Bring Digital Literacy Into Your Classroom...

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2022/06/22

Digital literacy skills are not a luxury. They’re critical to a flourishing democracy. In this episode of BRIGHT, we chat with James Johnson, a social studies teacher at Loy Norrix High School in Kalamazoo, who was recognized as a 2021-22 regional teacher of the year. James offers examples of how he teaches digital literacy skills in his classroom and shares three tried-and-true tips for his fellow educators.

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00:38:23

3 Tips for Engaging Students in the Post-Pandemic...

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2022/06/15

Today’s classrooms look different than they did before the COVID-19 pandemic. In this episode of BRIGHT, we chat with Janet Swarthout, a speech, drama, and debate teacher at Caro High School, who was honored as a 2021-22 regional teacher of the year. Janet shares her experience teaching through the pandemic, explores how she’s changed up her instruction to better meet student needs, and offers three strategies for keeping students engaged in the post-pandemic classroom.

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00:50:16

3 Ways to Support Students Experiencing Trauma (feat....

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2022/06/08

When students sit down at their desks, you often can’t see the traumas they carry that may affect their capacity for learning that day. In this episode of BRIGHT, we chat with Beth Vonck, a language and literature teacher for Washtenaw International High School and Middle Academy, who was honored as a 2021-22 regional teacher of the year. Beth explains why trauma-informed instruction is so critical to student success, offers examples of what this looks like in her classroom, and leaves listeners

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00:54:34

3 Ways to Make Your Math Instruction More Equitable...

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2022/06/01

Belief and efficacy are central to the teaching of mathematics. In this episode of BRIGHT, we chat with Janine Scott, a master teacher of mathematics for Davis Aerospace Technical High School, who was honored as a 2020-21 regional teacher of the year, representing the city of Detroit. Janine dives into why "stereotype threat" can be so incredibly damaging in this subject area and offers three strategies for making your math instruction more equitable.

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00:45:24

3 Tips for Starting an Esports Program at Your School...

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2022/04/20

Esports teams provide leadership, community building, and growth opportunities to students who might not otherwise choose to engage in organized school activities. In this episode of BRIGHT, we chat with Steve Forsberg, the assistant principal of Ludington High School, who also serves as their esports coach. Steve explains why these leagues are booming in popularity and shares his top three tips for starting an esports program at your school.

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00:54:56

3 Tried-and-True Tips for Mentoring Online Learners...

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2022/04/13

Research has shown that online students are twice as likely to succeed if they have a dedicated mentor. In this episode of BRIGHT, we chat with Debbie Lynch, our outreach coordinator for mentors at Michigan Virtual. Debbie shares examples from her many years as a mentor and offers three tried-and-true tips for supporting online learners.

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01:01:10

3 Tips for Building Agency as a Teacher (feat. Anne...

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2022/04/06

When you’re feeling overwhelmed with your to-do list, it can be challenging to step back and reflect on what’s actually within your control. In this episode of BRIGHT, we chat with Anne Perez, who was in the classroom as an English teacher for 15 years before joining the Michigan Virtual team as a senior professional learning specialist. Anne shares how she defines “agency,” tells a story about a time when a student helped her understand its true importance, and offers three tips for building this

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00:48:54

3 Tips for Starting a Therapy Dog Program at Your...

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2022/03/30

The effect that a therapy dog can have on a struggling student is nothing short of incredible. In this episode of BRIGHT, we chat with Joel Asiala, the principal of Washington Middle School in Michigan’s northernmost school district, the Public Schools of Calumet, Laurium, and Keweenaw. Joel breaks down his district’s “student-first” approach, shares how and why he had his family pet Tucker trained as a professional therapy dog, and offers his top three tips for starting a therapy dog program at

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00:53:51

3 Tips for Bringing Mindfulness into Your Classroom...

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2022/03/23

Each year, empirical studies are added to the mountain of research demonstrating the numerous benefits of mindfulness. In the K-12 classroom, mindfulness practices can deliver brief, but effective social emotional interventions for students. In this episode of BRIGHT, we chat with Jodie Kleymeer, a media specialist for Lake Shore Public Schools who teaches a help desk class for students. Jodie shares her personal journey in discovering the power of meditation in the midst of the pandemic and shares

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00:51:20

3 Strategies for Using AAC to Foster Student...

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2022/03/16

The technology available to help students with complex communication needs express their thoughts and feelings is better today than ever before. In this episode of BRIGHT, we chat with Rachael Langley, a speech-language pathologist and an augmentative and alternative communication (AAC) consultant for Eaton RESA, who shares three strategies for using this technology to foster student authenticity and self-advocacy.

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00:43:19

3 Strategies for Reinventing Learning in Your School...

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2022/03/02

What could K-12 education look like if we let go of our assumptions about what school is supposed to be and instead focused exclusively on designing learning experiences around what's best for kids? In this episode of BRIGHT, we chat with Dr. Dave Richards, an executive learning strategist for Michigan Virtual, former superintendent of Fraser Public Schools, and one of the founding members of the Future of Learning Council. Dave shares a personal story of how school transformed his life as someone

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00:51:13

3 Strategies for Making Sure Every Student Belongs...

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2022/02/23

There’s a big difference between “tolerance” and “belonging.” You can feel this distinction on a personal level by answering the question: Would you rather be tolerated in your community or feel like you belong? In this episode of the BRIGHT podcast, we chat with Dr. Bobbie Hayes Goodrum, assistant superintendent of DE&I (diversity, equity, and inclusion) for Farmington Public Schools. Dr. Goodrum gets straight to the heart of why DE&I work is so essential in education, offers a fascinating

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00:52:32

3 Tips for Managing Behaviors in the Classroom (feat....

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2022/02/16

After Cheldora Haynes' first year of teaching, she embarked on a quest to improve her classroom management. “There has to be there has to be better out there,’” she told herself. “People's classrooms can’t look like this all the time.” In this episode of the BRIGHT podcast, we chat with Cheldora, who was recently honored as a 2021-22 regional teacher of the year for her work with third graders at Martin G. Atkins Elementary School in Bridgeport, MI. Cheldora shares the lessons she learned along the

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00:47:12

3 Ways to Bring Computer Science Concepts Into Your...

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2022/02/09

Computer science education goes far beyond coding. In this episode of the BRIGHT podcast, we chat with Kevin Santer, a lead online instructor for Michigan Virtual who left a 20-year career in software development to become a teacher. Kevin uses the lens of computer science to explore what it really means to think critically and offers three strategies for bringing computer science concepts into the classroom.

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00:46:22

3 Strategies for Coping With & Preventing Educator...

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2022/02/02

There's a deep and fascinating connection between boundaries and burnout. In this episode of the BRIGHT podcast, we chat with Molly Davis — a counselor and psychotherapist from Alaska who runs an 8-week online boundaries intensive, the Beautiful Boundaries Bootcamp. Molly dives into the relationship between boundaries and burnout, shares a bit of wisdom about how she walks this line as a professional counselor, and offers three strategies for coping with and preventing educator burnout.

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00:32:34

3 Tips for Setting & Tracking Goals with Students...

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2022/01/26

The process of setting and tracking goals can help students take ownership of their growth rather than experiencing school passively. In this episode of the BRIGHT podcast, we chat with Sam Sicilia, an instructional coach and former classroom teacher at Waverly Community Schools, who shares three tips for helping students see the value in defining and measuring their success.

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00:30:36

3 Tips for Coding with Young Students (feat. Nicole...

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2022/01/19

Coding can help young students recognize their intelligence, creativity, and ability to manipulate the technology at their fingertips to solve real-world problems. In this episode of BRIGHT, we chat with Nicole Green, a K-8 technology teacher for MacArthur University Academy in Southfield Public Schools. Nicole shares her own journey in learning to code, why she’s so passionate about bringing these experiences into her classroom, and her top three strategies for coding with young students.

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00:41:46

3 Strategies for Providing Culturally Responsive...

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2022/01/12

What does it mean to provide a culturally responsive education to Native American students? As a teacher, where should you begin? In this episode of BRIGHT, we chat with Tan-A Hoffman — a second-grade teacher at JKL Bahweting Anishnabe School and a 2020-21 regional teacher of the year, representing her geographic area in Michigan’s upper peninsula. Tan-A shares some incredible stories, a brief bit of history, and three strategies for providing culturally responsive education to Native American

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