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The Making After-School Cool Podcast is an essential part of the CASE for Kids push to increase the awareness of resources that improve quality in the after-school and out-of-school time field. Join Mike Wilson and field experts as they discuss best practices, the growth mindset, project-based learning, social emotional learning, restorative practices and student engagement all with after-school providers in mind. Brought to you by Case4Kids
Episodes
Friday Feb 18, 2022
Friday Feb 18, 2022
This this is a preview of episode 80 of the Making After School Cool podcast which focuses on Black History Month and the children’s book Black Wall Street: The Spirit of Community.
The history of Black History month began in 1926, when historian Carter G. Woodson sponsored a national Negro History week, which took place during the second week of February, in honor of Abraham Lincoln and Frederick Douglas’s birthdays.
In 1976, President Gerald Ford officially recognized Black History Month because he believed, Black History informs all US Citizens of the often-neglected accomplishments of Black Americans in every area of endeavor throughout our country’s history. To discuss the importance of Black History month and to spotlight an event that impacted American history is my guest Laquitta Barnes.
Ms. Barnes is an educator, and real estate investor from Houston, Texas. She is also the proud author of Black Wall Street: The Spirit of Community.
Tuesday Feb 15, 2022
Tuesday Feb 15, 2022
Ep 79: Using Technology in your Classroom & Afterschool Program
This episode of the Making School Cool podcast focuses on the benefits of using technology in schools and afterschool programs. To speak on this topic is my guest Dr. Monica Burns.
During this episode you will learn about:
- Why schools appear slow regarding incorporating the use of technology in classrooms and after school programs.
- How to use emojis to enhance students learning experiences
- A brief summary of 3 books written to help educators use tech
Guest
Dr. Monica Burns is a former classroom teacher, Author, Speaker, Curriculum developer & EdTech Consultant. She has led workshops and webinars and provided keynote presentations to teachers, instructional coaches, administrators, and tech enthusiasts at numerous national and international conferences. Monica started her blog in 2012 to help make edtech easier for fellow educators and launched the Easy EdTech Podcast to support educators who want to simplify and streamline technology integration. You can visit her site ClassTechTips.com for more ideas on how to become a tech-savvy educator.
Resources
Dr. Monica Burns
Mike Wilson
Harris County Department of Education
https://hcde-texas.org
CASE for Kids
Friday Feb 11, 2022
Friday Feb 11, 2022
This is a preview of episode 79 of the Making School Cool podcast. It focuses on the benefits of using technology in school and afterschool programs. Experts have found that technology can create profound changes in teaching and learning, as well as increases opportunities student engagement, and support. In this episode, we are going to discuss strategies for using technology with students in classrooms and after school programs. To speak on this topic is my guest Dr. Monica Burns. Dr. Burns is a former classroom teacher, Author, Speaker, Curriculum developer & EdTech Consultant.
Wednesday Feb 09, 2022
Wednesday Feb 09, 2022
This episode of the Making After School Cool Podcast focuses on the CASE for Kids Partnership Project Funding. Having adequate funding to sustain an afterschool program is the number one factor in making service available to students and their families during non-school hours. To help after school programs in Harris County offset some of their funding concerns, CASE for Kids provide supplemental funding through the Partnership Project.
During this episode you will learn about:
- Partnership Project qualifications,
- Steps for submitting proposals
- Qualifying organizations minimum standards
- Tips for writing a successful proposal
- When the Partnership funding is available
Guest
My guest this week is Brandi. For the last seven years Mrs. Brandi Nichols has been the CASE for Kids Partnership project Coordinator.
Resources
Brandi Nichols
bnichols@hcde-texas.org
Mike Wilson
mwilson@hcde-texas.org
Harris County Department of Education
https://hcde-texas.org
CASE for Kids
Monday Feb 07, 2022
Monday Feb 07, 2022
Today we are going to preview episode 78 which focuses on the CASE for Kids Partnership Project Funding. Having adequate funding to sustain an afterschool program is the number one factor in making this service available to students and their families. To help Harris County after school programs offset some of their funding concerns is the topic of this week podcast; which focuses on the CASE for Kids Partnership project.
My guest this week is Brandi Nichols. For the last seven years Brandi has been the CASE for Kids Partnership project Coordinator.
Tuesday Jan 25, 2022
Tuesday Jan 25, 2022
This episode focuses on managing 21st Century after school program on a high school site. The 21st Century programs supports the creation of community learning centers that provide academic enrichment opportunities during non-school hours for children, particularly students who attend high-poverty and low-performing schools. Additionally, the program offers literacy and other educational services to the families of participating children.
During the episode you will learn:
- The difficulties and success of starting a new 21st Century program
- Stratigies for getting high school students to stay after school
- The balance between developing a positive relationship with school staff and making the program attractive to students
- Advice for someone who is interested in working in the after- school field
Guest
Melvin Mead, is a Regional Program Coordinator for Case for Kids Site at Sanchez High School in Houston Tx.
Resources
Mike Wilson
mwilson@hcde-texas.org
Harris County Department of Education
https://hcde-texas.org
CASE for Kids
https://hcde-texas.org/afterschool-zone
Friday Jan 21, 2022
Friday Jan 21, 2022
Today we are going to preview episode 77, where our topic focused on the implementation and management of a 21st Century Community Learning Center after school program on a high school campus. The 21st Century programs supports the creation of community learning centers that provide academic enrichment opportunities during non-school hours for children, particularly students who attend high-poverty and low-performing schools.
To discuss his experience with implanting a 21st Century high School program is my guest Melvin Mead, who is a Regional Program Coordinator for Case for Kids Site at Sanchez High School in Houston Tx.
Tuesday Jan 18, 2022
Tuesday Jan 18, 2022
This episode of the Making After School Cool podcast focuses on what should youth do when they are dealing with problems or have concerns. According to Dr. D’Arcy Lyness, it is important for parents and adults to make a habit of communicating with kid regularly. As a result, youth become more relaxed sharing their thoughts, which could help them feel a bit more comfortable when discussing more serious issues. To go into more detail regarding this subject is my guest Charmette Jones.
During this episode you will learn:
- How parents, educators, and out of school practitioner can notice if youth are struggling with an issue or problem?
- Why is it important for adults to establish ongoing communication with the youth in their lives?
- Why is it important for adults to learn non-judgmental listening techniques?
- Why is it important for adults to remember to never compare youth to other youth or other situations?
- What are some negative outcomes when adults belittle a problem or say get over it?
Guest
Charmette Jones is an accomplished author, speaker and teacher with a heart for inspiring youth. She is the founder of Shamelessly Saved Productions. Charmette is currently completing her master’s studies in Counseling and crisis trauma.
Resources
Shamelessly Saved Productions
www.shamelesslysaved.com/
Mike Wilson
mwilson@hcde-texas.org
Harris County Department of Education
https://hcde-texas.org
CASE for Kids
https://hcde-texas.org/afterschool-zone
Friday Jan 14, 2022
Friday Jan 14, 2022
This is a preview of episode 76 where we discussed the best way to make youth comfortable sharing their problems and concerns with adults. To discuss this topic in more detail is my guest is my guest Charmette Jones, who is an accomplished author, speaker, teacher and is currently completing her master’s studies in Counseling and crisis trauma.
Wednesday Dec 15, 2021
Wednesday Dec 15, 2021
The topic for this episode of the Making After School Cool podcast focuses on The Correlation among Students Identity, Racial group, and Mental Health. Knowing this relationship exist, can potentially cause problems when we wonder what what is the correct group identity the students we work with and familes belong to.
During this episode you will learn:
- Why it is important for people to develop and understand their own unique group identity?
- Why comic illustrations are an effective way to introduce people to sensitive topics?
- Why is it important for adults, who work with diverse populations of students and families, identify people using the correct group term?
- Can Hispanic and Latino be used interchangeably
- How to find out what is the appropriate term a person wants to identify as?
Guest
Terry Blas is the illustrator and writer behind the viral web comics You Say Latino and You Say Latinx. He has written comics for Ariana Grande and the series Steven Universe, and Rick and Morty. His original graphic novels are Dead Weight: Murder at Camp Bloom, Hotel Dare, and Lifetime Passes. He is currently the writer for the Marvel series Reptil.
Resources
Mike Wilson
mwilson@hcde-texas.org
Harris County Department of Education
https://hcde-texas.org
CASE for Kids