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Brandon White is an educator, poet, and former middle school ELA teacher. He hosts the education podcast The LP: Literature in Practice for UnboundEd, interviewing authors of equity-based education texts. He also is a curriculum consultant for Maya Claude Teaching and Learning LLC, reviewing and creating curricula for student empowerment. He is dedicated to providing equitable English Language Arts education that affirms student identity.
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Chandra Orrill is a first-generation college graduate who has earned an M.S. and Ph.D. in Instructional Systems Technology from Indiana University and a B.A. in Computer Applications in Music from the University of Alabama. She worked as faculty in higher education for 24 years before stepping out to lead Rethink Learning Labs. Her work for most of those years has been driven by her own observation that even as an honors student in K-12, her educational experiences were not particularly engaging or enriching. She is driven by a desire to support students in learning to think critically, to feel capable of success, and to be able to succeed in any field(s) they want. To this end, her research has focused on middle grades mathematics. She is particularly interested in how teachers understand the math they teach and how to support teachers in becoming more expert in their content. More recently, she has expanded these efforts to include more problem-solving approaches and content areas. Specifically, she has worked in computational, cybersecurity, and design thinking in elementary and middle grades. Chandra's goals for Rethink Learning Labs are to transform education through research, to partner with schools and teachers who want to rethink education for the 21st century, and to mentor new researchers into applied research efforts that are driven by data and theory, but that also have a clear impact on teachers, students, and schools.

Email: chandra.orrill@rethinklearning.com

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On this episode of The Education Concierge Podcast, join us as we highlight George Stewart, a dedicated educator with 16 years of experience and a fervent advocate for quality education. George's journey into education advocacy began with his acceptance into the National Education Association (NEA) Teacher Leadership Institute (TLI). Since completing the program, he's showcased his expertise by presenting at the NEA National Leadership Summit and serving as a TLI capstone reviewer.

George's commitment to public education is evident in his collaboration with state legislators, where he actively contributed to writing and introducing education legislation in the Mississippi House of Representatives. His advocacy efforts have notably led to the largest teacher pay raise in Mississippi's history and impactful campaigns surrounding safe drinking water in Jackson.

A staunch supporter of community schools and education equity, George has played a crucial role as the MAE representative on the OUR JPS Community Schools Planning Team and the Mississippi NAACP Education Committee. Beyond his teaching career, George is an alum of The Mississippi Black Leadership Institute, founded by Congressman Bennie Thompson, and the Congressional Black Caucus Institute Advocacy and Campaign Institute.

Tune in to gain insights from George Stewart's wealth of experience, his journey in education advocacy, and the impactful changes he's spearheaded in the realm of public education.

Email: thegs2project@gmail.com




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Only 29% of people employed in STEM careers are women, and less than 5% of those women are Black, Indigenous, Hispanic, and Latina.*𝙄𝙩’𝙨 𝙢𝙮 𝙢𝙞𝙨𝙨𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙩𝙤 𝙘𝙝𝙖𝙣𝙜𝙚 𝙩𝙝𝙞𝙨.Hi, I’m Yamilée 👋🏽 – a mechanical engineer with a degree from MIT who took a literal leap of faith ten years ago to launch a STEM-focused dance organization.𝘼𝙣 𝙤𝙙𝙙 𝙘𝙤𝙢𝙗𝙞𝙣𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣, 𝙄 𝙠𝙣𝙤𝙬. But it’s far from your traditional dance program. At STEM From Dance, we get girls of color excited about careers in technology through dance. Through engaging programs, our girls:💃🏽 Choreograph dances💃🏽 Conceptualize technology elements to complement their choreography💃🏽 Code and build that technology and incorporate it into their dancesYou’re probably asking yourself how I came up with this idea. As I sat in my first mechanical engineering class, I looked around and saw 𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙮 few women of color. That’s when I dug into the research and learned how underrepresented women and women of color are in STEM-related careers. Following college, I knew I wanted to combine my passion for dance with my desire to change the representation of women of color in STEM careers at a systemic level. I was uniquely positioned to create something new and innovative that could change those stats. That’s when STEM From Dance was born. My idea became a mission, that mission became an organization, and ten years later, we’re expanding nationally. STEM jobs play a significant role in society, and these careers are missing the insight, intellect, and creativity that black and brown women offer. They need to claim their rightful place in society among the computer scientists, engineers, and mathematicians who are innovating and reinventing how we live, work, and play. We’re encouraging girls of color to enter tech careers by building knowledge along with:✅ Culture✅ Confidence✅ Community✅ CreativityIf you’re intrigued, reach out to learn how you can help us expand STEM From Dance to the national stage. We want to establish meaningful partnerships with investors, schools, and local community organizations to bring this valuable tech-infused dance program to new regions. Check us out >> www.stemfromdance.orgYou can also reach me directly >> yamilee@stemfromdance.org*National Science Foundation

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Exciting News: Our next guest speaker on The Education Concierge Podcast is the incredible Dr. Bobby White! 🌟
Dedicated to fostering positive change in the lives of urban youth, Dr. White has been a transformative force in education. As Founder and CEO of Frayser Community Schools in Memphis, Tennessee, he pioneered the first full-scale transformation high school in the state. His journey began as a school leader within Shelby County Schools, where he gained national acclaim for the innovative "Urkel Initiative" aimed at reshaping school culture.
Here are some key highlights about Dr. White:

🏫 Founder & CEO of Frayser Community Schools, leading the first full-scale transformation high school in Tennessee.
💼 Oversees a $15 million budget and guides a 150-person organization.
🎙️ A sought-after public speaker and writer, covering topics from Race in Urban Education to School Transformation.
🌐 Alum of The Broad Academy and the Flamboyan Foundation.
🏆 Recently inducted into the 2022 cohort of Pahara Fellows.

With experience spanning traditional districts and charter networks, Dr. White has mentored school leaders across Tennessee and played a pivotal role in the state-wide Achievement School District. His commitment extends to various education policy councils, including the Charter School Policy Council of the Tennessee Charter School Center.
Dr. White is not just a name; he's a catalyst for change. Reach out to him at bwhite@fraysercs.org for anti-racism coaching, consulting, and speaking engagements.

Don't miss the chance to learn from a visionary shaping the future of education! 🌐✨ #EducationChangeMaker #PodcastGuest #DrBobbyWhite

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Meet our extraordinary guest on The Education Concierge Podcast - a true trailblazer in the tech and education landscape!
🌐 Joining us is a dynamic Content Developer II, a key Microsoft 365 Skilling Team player. They aim to elevate the Microsoft 365 user experience, focusing on Small-Medium, Very Small, and Solopreneurs. Through curated content on Microsoft Learn, the Support website, and the Microsoft 365 YouTube channel, they guide users on an empowering learning journey.
🌍 Beyond their role at Microsoft, this guest is a passionate entrepreneur and community leader. In January 2023, they inaugurated the BITE-CON Foundation with a visionary goal - fostering a vibrant pipeline of 1 million BIPOC and women technologists over the next five years. Their strategic alliances, thought leadership and proactive workforce development initiatives make this vision a reality. Notably, they've collaborated with computer training institutions, offering substantial coding bootcamp scholarships to aspiring software engineers, reducing education costs by at least 50%.
🤝 Community engagement is at the heart of their ethos. As a founding member of the Black Innovation Leaders of Florida (BILF), co-founder of Blacks At Microsoft Florida Chapter, and a proactive lead in the Miami/South Florida region and the Miami Chapter of Blacks In Technology, they are actively shaping the landscape. Their dedication extends to the podcast sphere, where they co-host a STEM-centric podcast with the EdUp Podcast Network.
🚀 In April 2022, they marked a significant milestone with the launch of BITE-CON’s annual technology conference during Miami Tech Month. This event set the stage for insightful dialogues and collaborative learning.
🎓 Their educational journey is equally diverse, holding a B.A. in Political Science from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill and a J.D., M.B.A. from St. Thomas University School of Law. Since 2011, they've been imparting legal and business knowledge as an Adjunct Professor in the School of Business at Miami Dade College, Hialeah campus.
🌟 Explore more about BITE-CON at bite-con.org, and connect for mutually enriching opportunities and collaborations.

Prepare for an inspiring episode with insights on tech, education, and community impact! 🎙️✨ #TechLeader #EducationInnovation #CommunityImpact #PodcastGuest

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