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Currey Ingram Conversations

Currey Ingram Academy

Currey Ingram Conversations seeks to discuss all things education, from best practice to evidence- and research- based approaches, as well as ways to nurture the community beyond the walls of the classroom.

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Ep. 58: Rise & Thrive: A Board’s Perspective on...

Currey Ingram Conversations ·

2025/09/18

In this episode of Currey Ingram Conversations, co-hosts Dr. Jeff Mitchell and Courtney Gallaher sit down with a Currey Ingram Academy board member, Curt Thorne, to explore what it means to “Rise & Thrive” from a governance perspective. The conversation unpacks how the strategic plan serves as a compass for decision-making, why staying in your lane is essential for effective board leadership, and how trust, culture, and shared purpose help the entire community move forward, ensuring Currey Ingram

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54:13

Ep. 57 - 20 Years of Rock Band: Celebrating a Currey...

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2025/05/08

In this special episode of Currey Ingram Conversations, co-hosts Dr. Jeff Mitchell and Courtney Gallaher celebrate 20 years of the Rock Band program at Currey Ingram Academy — a signature experience that blends musical growth with personal transformation. Sean Kelly, who founded the program, sits down with two current student musicians and a proud alum to reflect on the impact of Rock Band over the years. From the early days of rehearsal and live performance, this conversation highlights how the

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55:53

Ep. 56 - Behavior IS Communication: Investigating the...

Currey Ingram Conversations ·

2024/12/12

In this episode of Currey Ingram Conversations, Lower School Division Head Dr. Danielle Barton and Lower School Assistant Division Head Catherine Thomson explore how skill deficits influence students' unexpected behaviors. They discuss Currey Ingram Academy's diagnostic approach to addressing behavior by seeking underlying causes, implementing skill-building approaches, and fostering overall growth, which empowers students with learning differences to thrive.

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59:25

Ep. 55: Identifying Red Flags for Dyslexia

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2024/11/12

In this episode of Currey Ingram Conversations, co-hosts Dr. Jeff Mitchell and Courtney Gallaher welcome Dr. Melinda Hirschmann, Assistant Director for Educational Services and School Outreach at the Tennessee Center for the Study and Treatment of Dyslexia. Dr. Hirschmann brings a wealth of experience in literacy instruction and intervention, working with educators and students across K-12 to strengthen their approach to dyslexia. She shares key insights on recognizing early signs of dyslexia in

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56:12

Ep. 54 - Slow Processing, Strong Minds: Thriving...

Currey Ingram Conversations ·

2024/10/24

In this episode of Currey Ingram Conversations, co-hosts Dr. Jeff Mitchell and Courtney Gallaher are joined by an alumni parent who shares her son's journey with slow processing. Reflecting on his growth, she emphasizes that Curre Ingram “understood who he was, what he brought, what his struggles were, and what his gifts were.” This conversation highlights the transformative impact of finding the right environment, showing how the right place can help students thrive beyond their specific learning

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Ep. 53 - Vision in Action: A Deep Dive into Currey...

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2024/09/26

In this episode of Currey Ingram Conversations, co-hosts Dr. Jeff Mitchell and Courtney Gallaher sit down with Cindy Cowhey, a dedicated Currey Ingram parent, to discuss the Academy’s new strategic plan. They explore its philosophy, the key themes of Mission, People, and Future, and the goals driving the school forward. From financial sustainability and national outreach to fostering inclusivity and preparing for transformative growth, learn how Currey Ingram is shaping its path for the next six

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Ep. 52: Exploring Our Mission, Our People, Our Future

Currey Ingram Conversations ·

2024/09/05

Join co-hosts, Dr. Jeff Mitchell and Courtney Gallaher, along with special guest Molly Rollins, President of the Board of Trust, as they dive deep into the heart of Currey Ingram Academy's mission and newly unveiled strategic plan in this episode of Currey Ingram Conversations. Together, they explore how the school's unwavering commitment to empowering students with learning differences through individualized education positions Currey Ingram as a global leader. The conversation sheds light on the

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Ep. 51 - Imagine & Achieve

Currey Ingram Conversations ·

2024/08/15

Currey Ingram Conversations’ co-hosts, Dr. Jeff Mitchell and Courtney Gallaher, dive deep into the heart of the theme for the 2024-25 school year: Imagine & Achieve. They are joined by Ginnan Franklin, Currey Ingram's Director of Libraries and Educational Technology, who brings a wealth of knowledge and insight to the conversation. Together, they share how a current student inspired the theme, how Currey Ingram supports all that can be imagined and achieved for students with learning differences,

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Ep. 50 - Summer Reading for Parents and Professionals...

Currey Ingram Conversations ·

2024/07/09

Looking for your next summer read? Join Dr. Mitchell, Courtney Gallaher, and Roxanne Zazzaro as they share their top book recommendations in this engaging podcast. Whether you're interested in leadership, unlocking hidden potential, AI, sensory processing, or managing anxiety, our experts have you covered. Tune in for a lively roundtable discussion where they delve into their favorite picks and why these books should be on your reading list.

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42:08

Ep. 49 - The Locke Family: A Currey Ingram Story

Currey Ingram Conversations ·

2024/05/30

Amid the excitement of graduation, Dr. Mitchell and Courtney Gallaher sit down with Class of 2024 senior Shea Locke and her parents to share their Currey Ingram story. After ten years at Currey Ingram Academy, Shea’s parents proudly reflect on how she has surpassed every expectation they had for her, crediting the academy's pivotal role in her transformational journey. Now, Shea "is ready to fly." Join us in celebrating Shea's success and Currey Ingram's significant contribution to her

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Ep. 48 - IDEA Center

Currey Ingram Conversations ·

2024/05/16

Dr. Mitchell and Courtney Gallaher invite three Currey Ingram students to discuss our exciting and upcoming IDEA Center. Grounded in the principles of Ingenuity, Design, Exploration, and Application, the IDEA Center represents an exciting opportunity for all our students. Listen to our students share the invaluable benefits of experiential learning.

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Ep. 47 - AI & Learning Differences

Currey Ingram Conversations ·

2024/04/11

For this episode, Jeff Mitchell and Courtney Gallaher sit down with Michael Follis, Middle School Assistant Division Head at Currey Ingram Academy, to discuss the impact of AI on education, specifically as it relates to students with learning differences. Together, they explore how Currey Ingram is approaching the current era of artificial intelligence. Specifically, they discuss how AI can transform learning for individuals with diverse needs, along with the unique role Currey Ingram plays in

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55:05

Ep. 46 - EF Challenges: Task Avoidance, Rigidity, and...

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2024/02/22

Stephanie Johnson, Lower School Instructional Coach at Currey Ingram Academy, joins Dr. Jeff Mitchell and Courtney Gallaher in a conversation diving into executive functioning (EF) skills, focusing on task avoidance, rigidity, and inflexibility. Tune in to hear about the nuances of EF skills, the concept of an EF "fuel tank," and the importance of adopting a solutions-focused approach. By expanding our insights into EF, we enhance our ability to tailor student support effectively.

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56:27

Ep.45 - Resolutions: Sustainability, Strategic...

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2024/01/11

It has become a tradition for Currey Ingram Conversations to revisit their annual New Year's Resolutions. Co-hosts Dr. Mitchell and Courtney Gallaher take a moment to reflect on last year's goals and unveil the priorities for 2024. There is no shortage of endeavors to keep Currey Ingram focused on the future. Tune in to discover how the resolutions remain aligned with sustainability, strategic growth, and forward-thinking.

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50:47

Ep. 44 - Building Community within the Math Classroom

Currey Ingram Conversations ·

2023/12/14

Can community be cultivated within a math classroom? Absolutely! Listen as Dr. Isaac Nichols-Paez, an esteemed Upper School math teacher at Currey Ingram Academy, discusses his recent doctoral achievement with co-hosts Jeff Mitchell and Courtney Gallaher. During this engaging conversation, Dr. Nichols-Paez highlights how community learning can be instrumental in mathematical development. He emphasizes the value of elevating experiences within math class so all student skills and abilities can be

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Ep. 43 - Growing IDEAs

Currey Ingram Conversations ·

2023/08/24

Co-hosts Dr. Jeff Mitchell and Courtney Gallaher kick off the 2023-24 school year with Kelly Fish, Assistant Head of School for Advancement and Strategic Initiatives. All three leaders chime in on Currey Ingram Academy's theme of “Growing IDEAs.” Listen and hear how growing is essential to a school for students with learning differences and how growth occurs by going through it, dreaming big, being adaptive, embracing flexibility, and envisioning possibilities.

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Ep. 42 - Summer Reading Should Allow Choice

Currey Ingram Conversations ·

2023/06/22

Summer reading should be about choice, whether it is a choice of topic or format. Dr. Mitchell and Courtney Gallaher sit with Ginann Franklin to explore summer reading books and options. Hear Dr. Mitchell provide recommended books for leaders and parents, and listen to Courtney and Ginann discuss the value of audiobooks and graphic novels, especially as format styles for students with learning differences.

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Ep. 41 - Summer Camps Experiences

Currey Ingram Conversations ·

2023/05/25

Summer camps provide a time to build skills and reduce learning loss, especially for students with learning differences. Co-hosts Dr. Mitchell and Courtney Gallaher sit down with Dr. Regan Humphrey, Currey Ingram’s Director of Program Outreach, and Luke Brown, Currey Ingram’s Director of Summer Programs, to discuss Currey Ingram’s summer camp experiences. They discuss the value of both experiential and intensive camp offerings.

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Ep. 40 - The New Parent’s Journey: Worth Every Penny

Currey Ingram Conversations ·

2023/05/11

You don’t want to miss Dr. Jeff Mitchell’s and Courtney Gallaher’s conversations with LauraTutt and Kenda Lovecchio, who share their first-year experiences as parents at CurreyIngram Academy. Laura and Kenda moved their family from out-of-state for their child to attend Currey Ingram. Listen as they tell how they have been surprised by the level of support given to parents, how their child has not only grown but thrived, and how they both can say Currey Ingram Academy is “worth every penny.”

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50:53

Ep. 39 - The Value of an Individualized Admissions...

Currey Ingram Conversations ·

2023/04/13

Co-hosts Dr. Jeff Mitchell and Courtney Gallaher invite Dolly Roach, Director of Admissions at Currey Ingram Academy, to discuss the admissions process. Currey Ingram’s admissions starts with holding true to the school's mission while providing an individualized process for each family. Listen to how Currey Ingram’s admissions team provides a personalized experience that understands the depth of learning differences, seeks to know each applicant well, and invests in each family to ensure a

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