Lessons from the Field - Austin ISD Professional Learning

Austin ISD Professional Learning

Lessons from the Field engages staff members from the Austin Independent School District about teaching and learning in our community. Discussions focus on distance learning and how it impacts teachers and students. Twitter: https://twitter.com/AustinISDPL

  1. 02/11/2021

    Episode #50: Ann Richards School for Young Women Leaders

    Lessons from the Field - Episode 50 Duration: 00:37:07 Guests: Kristina Waugh (principal), Andy Langford (science teacher), Brianne Welser (social studies teacher), Shaun Mauser (librarian), Debika Ingham (math teacher) - Ann Richards School for Young Women Leaders Lessons from the Field engages staff members from the Austin Independent School District about teaching and learning in our community. Discussions focus on various education topics and how they impact and empower teachers and students. Ranked among the best schools in Texas and the United States, the Ann Richards School for Young Women Leaders comprises a community of girls who are committed to building their communities—and to changing the world. The all-girls school prepares sixth- through 12th-graders to make it to and through college with a healthy and well-balanced lifestyle. In addition to providing rigorous academics, ARS encourages all students to develop real-world service projects, which challenge them to lead with courage and compassion, while solving problems creatively and ethically. Ann Richards School for Young Women Leaders moved into a brand new campus in January 2021. The focus of today’s podcast is the impact of teaching and learning in a modernized learning environment. Website: Austin ISD Professional Learning Social Media: @AustinISDPL During this episode, we discuss: [2:36] The impact of the new campus on teaching and learning; [12:42] Building relationships with students and the school; [21:00] Making connections across the community; [25:20] A piece of advice Interested in Being a Guest? Complete this form!

    37 min
  2. 12/10/2021

    Episode #47: 4th Grade Dual Language

    Lessons from the Field - Episode 47 Duration: 00:35:25 Guests: 4th Grade Dual Language Teachers: Yadi Landaverde (Houston ES), Santiago Tobajas-Herrera (Becker ES), Jocelin Aguilar - (Houston ES) Lessons from the Field engages staff members from the Austin Independent School District about teaching and learning in our community. Discussions focus on various education topics and how they impact and empower teachers and students. Yadi Landaverde grew up in the Valley and has three children that she enjoys spending time with and who keep her busy.  One of her passions is advocating for dual language and equity in her classroom and or school.  Jocelin Aguilar was born and raised in the border town of Laredo, Tx. She loves her roots but is enjoying the new adventures Austin and teaching has to offer. Santiago Tobajas-Herrera (@santitobajas) has a Bachelor of Arts in Education with a Major in Second or other Languages Acquisition and a Masters in Bilingual Education. He has eleven years of experience as an educator, curriculum writer as well as a trainer of educators. He is one of four brothers, passionate about life, and inspired by our differences and enthusiastic about continuously growing. Website: Austin ISD Professional Learning Social Media: @AustinISDPL During this episode, we discuss: [4:12} TIP Welcome Week and the work you did in your cohorts; [9:11] Supports provided during Welcome Week; [12:14] Building relationships and learning partnerships; [17:10] Something you wish you had known prior to the start of school; [22:19] Something that excites you about the work you are doing; 26:50] A piece of advice Resources Interested in Being a Guest? Complete this form!

    35 min
  3. 28/09/2021

    Episode #45: Lessons from the Field with guest Statia Paschel

    Lessons from the Field - Episode 45 Duration: 00:31:33 Guests: Statia Paschel, Director of Social & Emotional Learning and Cultural Proficiency & Inclusiveness, Austin ISD Lessons from the Field engages staff members from the Austin Independent School District about teaching and learning in our community. Discussions focus on various education topics and how they impact and empower teachers and students. Statia Paschel grew up in Charleston, SC and has been an educator for 18 years. During that time she has served her school community as a  Health/PE teacher, elementary classroom teacher, Interventionist, Instructional Coach and Administrator. She is driven to improve educational outcomes for students through transformative collaboration with multiple stakeholders. Website: Austin ISD Professional Learning Social Media: @AustinISDPL During this episode, we discuss: [2:48] Social & Emotional Learning and Cultural Proficiency & Inclusiveness in AISD; [6:45] Approaching teaching and learning from the students’ perspectives; [8:28]  Restorative practices; [13:19] The work of the SEL/CP&I team to start SY21-22; [19:05] Future projects and supports of the SEL/CP&I team; [22:06] How to reach out for support; [23:11] - A piece of advice Resources Finding your SEL/CPI Specialist What Happened to You? (Dr. Bruce Perry & Oprah Winfrey) Everyday Antiracism: Getting Real about Race in School (Mica Pollock) Interested in Being a Guest? Complete this form!

    32 min

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Lessons from the Field engages staff members from the Austin Independent School District about teaching and learning in our community. Discussions focus on distance learning and how it impacts teachers and students. Twitter: https://twitter.com/AustinISDPL