Black on Black Education Podcast

Jan 30 2025 130 ep. 43 mins 41

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Welcome to the Black on Black Education Podcast where we believe the answer is in the classroom. This podcast is for all the GOOD educators sick and tired of being sick and tired. If you are ready to make a change? Then you’ve come to the right place! It’s time to start leaving work energized, confident that you’re doing what’s best for kids, and actually enjoying the classroom. The transformation starts here!

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Student-Centered Practices are What You've Been Waiting For

Jan 30 2025 35 mins

In this episode, I’m breaking down why student-centered practices aren’t just a nice-to-have—they’re the key to transforming your classroom into a space where students actually want to learn. Because let’s be real—when students feel heard, seen, and valued, the whole vibe shifts. We’re talking about the power of connection, the importance of understanding our students

Let's Energize Education (feat. Rodrick Johnson)

Jan 22 2025 58 mins

Let’s keep it real—teaching in urban schools can feel like a rollercoaster some days. But what if I told you that the secret to managing behavior and building a thriving classroom is all about your energy, mindset, and the respect you show your students? In this episode, I’m bringing the high-energy brilliance of Rodrick Johnson, the Energized Educator, to the mic. Together,

Teachers You Need to Hear This...

Jan 15 2025 25 mins

I really don't have much to say here, I just hope you listen to this, and then listen to it again...because this is everything I needed to hear BEFORE I stepped into a classroom, and what every educator in a classroom needs to hear RIGHT NOW! I'm Just a Teacher: What Can I Do? Guided Journal REGISTER FOR MY UPCOMING FREE WEBINAR: The Answer is in Your Classroom: Buildi

Woven Together: Finding the Magic Already in Your Classroom (feat. Dr. Courtney Rose)

Jan 08 2025 63 mins

Teaching is hard, but creating a student-centered classroom doesn’t have to be. In this episode, we chat with Dr. Courtney Rose, assistant teaching professor and author, about the power of teacher identity, student voice, and co-creating classrooms that empower everyone. We explore: Breaking down barriers to centering student voice. Building community and fostering authentic c

The Answer is in the Room: Building Your Dream Classroom Culture

Jan 02 2025 28 mins

In this episode, we’re sharing how you can transform your teaching and classroom culture with actionable strategies that bring joy, balance, and purpose back to your work. Don't forget to register for our upcoming Free Webinar: The Answer is In Your Classroom: Building the Classroom Culture of Your Dreams, happening January 14, 2025, designed to help you thrive as an educator wi

How do you REALLY build a Joyful Student-Centered Classrooms?

Dec 19 2024 42 mins

In this episode of the Black on Black Education podcast, I’m introducing the B.O.B.E Framework—a powerful tool to help you shift to a student-centered mindset. We’ll dive into why curiosity, open communication, community building, and continuous growth are key to creating supportive and engaging classrooms. I’ll also reintroduce the Teacher Action Board, a community built t

Lay Me Down to Sleep: The Story of a Student-Centered English Teacher (feat. Rob Parris Jr.)

Dec 11 2024 58 mins

In this episode of the Black on Black Education podcast, Rob, an eighth-grade ELA educator, discusses the significance of student-centered education. He emphasizes the importance of listening to students, navigating literacy challenges, and creating safe spaces in the classroom. Rob shares his experiences in implementing student-centered practices, the role of identity in teaching,

5 Reasons to Shift to Student-Centered Practices NOW

Dec 05 2024 34 mins

We are at the point in the year when the foundation we've set in our schools and classrooms shows it's strength and highlights the cracks. Instead of crawling to winter recess burned out, too tired to enjoy the break, let's use our student-centered practice to help us strengthen our school and classroom culture so we go into break feeling joyful, and connected to our students, and

[ILP Podcast] Why Wait?!?

Dec 01 2024 11 mins

This week on the ILP podcast we talk about why we SHOULDN'T wait until January 1st to reset and do the things you've been saying you are going to do for however long. If you have a laundry list of things that you've been saying you are going to do and they've been nagging at you for a while, and making you feel bad about yourself, this episode if for you! Mentioned During the Episo

I'm Grateful for Teaching

Nov 28 2024 30 mins

Happy Thanksgiving! I hope you are gearing up for a great food, good company and a reminder of the deep importance of finding gratitude for the work we get to do for young people everyday. On today's episode, I share 7 of things I'm most grateful for in teaching and actualizing Black on Black Education's mission. Additionally, this episode serves as a reminder to all of us to learn