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Listen to Capuchino High School staffulty drop the mic by sharing the awesome innovative and inclusive things they are doing with their students. In this series of interviews we will learn (and steal awesome ideas) from colleagues in various departments. Let's become a more connected community by listening and learning together. Coming in January 2022. Go Mustangs!

Capuchino High School is a public International Baccalaureate (IB) high school in San Bruno, CA. This podcast is hosted by Stacy Kratochvil, Cap teacher and Instructional Technology TOSA. Music by fellow educator, Justin Cottrell.

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Listen to Capuchino High School staffulty drop the mic by sharing the awesome innovative and inclusive things they are doing with their students. In this series of interviews we will learn (and steal awesome ideas) from colleagues in various departments. Let's become a more connected community by listening and learning together. Coming in January 2022. Go Mustangs!

Capuchino High School is a public International Baccalaureate (IB) high school in San Bruno, CA. This podcast is hosted by Stacy Kratochvil, Cap teacher and Instructional Technology TOSA. Music by fellow educator, Justin Cottrell.

    Revitalizing School Systems with Equity and Justice with Joe Truss and Shane Safir | Ep.20

    Revitalizing School Systems with Equity and Justice with Joe Truss and Shane Safir | Ep.20

    The season ends on a high note as proactive consultants Joe Truss and Shane Safir walk us through the dynamic initiative of dissolving white supremacy culture in schools. All ears to discover the value of fostering students through an anti-racist education and help shape a brighter future. Tune into this finale episode!

    Key takeaways to listen for


    Why a shifted mentality should begin with adults and educators
    The essence of self-reflection in teaching racial equity
    Microscale plans on reformed policy implementation
    How to apply the initiative on a personal level
    Helpful advice on pursuing anti-racism learning beyond the school setting

    Resources mentioned in this episode


    Cultivating Genius by Gholdy E. Muhammad | Paperback
    We Want To Do More Than Survive by Bettina L. Love | Hardcover and Paperback



    About Joe

    Joe Truss is an anti-racist school leader, blogger, and racial equity consultant. Joe Truss is committed to dismantling white supremacy culture in schools. A former middle school principal in San Francisco, he now is an equity consultant and writes about leadership on his blog.

    Blog: Truss Leadership

    Twitter: @trussleadership



    About Shane

    Shane Safir has worked at every level of the education system, from the classroom to the boardroom, for over two decades. In 2003, after teaching in San Francisco and Oakland and organizing with the San Francisco Organizing Project to launch a new school, Safir became the founding principal of June Jordan School for Equity (JJSE), an innovative national model identified by leading scholar Linda Darling-Hammond as having “beaten the odds in supporting the success of low-income students of color.” Since 2008, Safir has provided leadership coaching, strategic planning support, and equity-centered professional learning for schools, districts, and organizations across the country and in Canada. 

    Shane supports schools, cities, and organizations to transform through listening, capacity-building, and developing an anti-racist, equity-centered culture.

    Website: Shane Safir

    Twitter: @ShaneSafir



    Thank you to Cate Tolnai at the Krause Center for Innovation for your encouragement and guidance throughout the MERIT program. (And for having me as a guest on your KCI Cast to get my feet wet in podcasting!) Learn more about the KCI here!



    Thanks to Adam A. Adams and the editing team at growyourshow.com!

    Thank you to all of the Season One guests!



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    • 31 min
    The Perfect Recipe: Activeness, Adaptability, And Awareness with Sara Devine | Ep.19

    The Perfect Recipe: Activeness, Adaptability, And Awareness with Sara Devine | Ep.19

    Culinary Arts educator and Union Official Sara Devine drops the mic in this episode as she highlights her knowledge beyond the kitchen with excellent and practical techniques in mentoring and personal development. Get a grip on the value of collaboration with colleagues, self-assessment, and the preparation of leaving employment with a flavorful perspective!

    Key takeaways to listen for


    Fears and fulfillments of students on their first attempt at cooking
    The best strategy to kickoff a learner-teacher connection
    What are the duties of a Bargaining Representative?
    An encouraging outlook on retirement
    Helpful guide to having a stable and comfortable post-career life

    Resources mentioned in this episode

    San Mateo Union High School District



    Thanks for all of your support!

    Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/capmicdrop/message

    Check out the show notes at bit.ly/capmicdrop

    Follow Stacy on Twitter: @StacyKratochvil

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    • 22 min
    How to Get Access to College Financial Aid with Joyce Lynn l Ep.18

    How to Get Access to College Financial Aid with Joyce Lynn l Ep.18

    Want to get access to helpful information on making your college dream a reality? Joyce Lynn joins us on today’s episode to share her experience in the school-to-career department, tips on getting access to resources, and thoughts about achieving your goals. Join us!

    Key takeaways to listen for


    What does a college career financial aid provider do?
    Roadblocks and challenges of first-generation students whose parents never went to college
    The COVID-19 pandemic’s impact on current financial aid applications
    The best part about being a college career provider of financial assistance
    How can the college center help students learn about their college financial aid resources?

    Resources mentioned in this episode


    Hillsdale College
    San Mateo Union High School District
    California Community Colleges (CCC)
    California Student Aid Commission (CSAC)
    Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA®)



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    • 18 min
    Bridging and Addressing the Gaps in Learning with Angelica Alvarez l Ep.17

    Bridging and Addressing the Gaps in Learning with Angelica Alvarez l Ep.17

    Starting her teaching career subbing and working with moderate to severe students' special needs, Angelica Alvarez joins us in this episode. We talk about building a positive environment for students, embracing inclusivity in the classroom, and promoting more life skills-focused classes. Tune in!

    Key takeaways to listen for


    Techniques for building relationships with students and teacher peers
    How to construct the Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID) Curriculum to teaching particular subjects
    The beauty of encouraging laughter in classes
    The best lesson taught in History
    Insights and ways of growth through continuous professional development

    Resources mentioned in this episode


    San Jose State University
    Abraham Lincoln High
    San Mateo High School
    Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID)
    English Language Development (ELD)
    Grading for Equity by Joe Feldman Audiobook & Paperback
    Learners Edge



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    • 34 min
    The Basics of Research with Anna Lapid l Ep.16

    The Basics of Research with Anna Lapid l Ep.16

    Library media technician Anna Lapid joins us on this episode to talk about her work and the 101s of research. Listen in as she delves into the hows of helping kids organize and synthesize their ideas, better ways of doing research, and utilizing your school’s librarian in navigating through extended essays. Don’t miss out! 

    Key takeaways to listen for 


    The value of being a library media technician 
    Effective ways to do research better 
    What does an IB extended essay advisor do? 
    Helpful tools and databases for research 
    Techniques for teachers to guide students in doing research 

    Resources mentioned in this episode


    NoodleTools
    San Jose State University
    Approaches to Learning (ATL)
    JSTOR



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    • 25 min
    The Power of Student Teaching, Community Building, & Social Awareness with Theresa Colangelo l Ep.15

    The Power of Student Teaching, Community Building, & Social Awareness with Theresa Colangelo l Ep.15

    A real estate property manager turned health teacher Theresa Colangelo chats with us for an inspiring episode to tackle non-traditional societal topics necessary for the classroom. Join us in this conversation and learn how you can push boundaries to combat the world’s social problems.

    Key takeaways to listen for


    Why the teenage brain acts as such and the importance of community building
    Topics on social awareness, gender identity, and stress prevention
    Helpful techniques on how to teach sex education
    Effective ways to deliver the learning for a challenging curriculum

    Resources mentioned in this episode


    Notre Dame High School
    San Mateo Union High School District
    Health Connected



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