Making After-School Cool Podcast

Preview EP 68: Educators & Youth Leaders Welcome Diversity in their Programs

^{This is a preview of episodes 68 where we discuss how educators and youth leaders should welcome diversity in their schools and programs. Several studies and articles, indicates that Houston is the most diverse city in the nation.  As a result of the city’s changing demographics, the level of diversity on school campuses continues to rise.} 

^{To discuss this issue is my guest, Dr. Stephen Cherry. Dr. Cherry is an associate professor and program director of sociology at the University of Houston Clear Lake.}

EP 67: Part 2 of Strengthening Resilience

^{Today’s episode of the Making After School Cool podcast is part 2 of a 2-part series which highlights our ability to be resilient. To continue our discussion on resilience is my guest Bryan Clement of Dovetail learning.}

^{You will learn more of the following:}

1. ^{An explanation of the Practice, Model and Coach approach and why is it crucial for staff}
2. ^{How our unconscious stress responses, helps us manage our behavior}
3. ^{How we can use anticipatory resilience as a response to stressful situations}
4. ^{What are the 3 Resilient Mindsets?}

 ^Guest

^{Bryan is a former teacher, principal and is currently the lead trainer and Director of Program and Partnerships at Dovetail Learning, Inc. Additionally, Bryan works with the Equity in Education Initiative and is on the Gravenstein Health Action Coalition Board. He also co-facilitating a think tank for the National Training and Technical Assistance Center for Child, Youth, and Family Mental Health.}        

^Resources

^{West Wind Education Policy Inc}

^{westwinded.com}

 ^{Harris County Department of Education}

^{https://hcde-texas.org}

 ^{CASE for Kids}

^{https://hcde-texas.org/afterschool-zone}

EP 66: Strengthening Resilience

^{Today’s episode of the Making After School Cool podcast highlights our ability to be resilient. Research has shown that most people tend to demonstrate resilience regularly.  However, displaying it doesn’t necessarily mean that you have not suffered difficulty or hardship. To discuss resilience is my guest Bryan Clement of Dovetail learning.}

You will learn more of the following:

1. The purpose of Dovetail Learning and what type of services provided
2. How you can download free resources
3. Examples of what are cultural patterns and protective patterns
4. Why it is important for people who are working with youth to have strong SEL skills

 Guest

^{Bryan is a former teacher, principal and is currently the lead trainer and Director of Program and Partnerships at Dovetail Learning, Inc. Additionally, Bryan works with the Equity in Education Initiative and is on the Gravenstein Health Action Coalition Board. He also co-facilitating a think tank for the National Training and Technical Assistance Center for Child, Youth, and Family Mental Health.}        

Resources

West Wind Education Policy Inc

westwinded.com

Harris County Department of Education

https://hcde-texas.org

CASE for Kids

https://hcde-texas.org/afterschool-zone

Preview of Episodes 66 and 67: Strengthening Resilience

This is a preview of episodes 66 and 67 where we discuss resilience. Research has shown that resiliency is pretty common, and most people tend to demonstrate resilience regularly.  However, displaying it doesn’t necessarily mean that you have not suffered difficulty or hardship. It also doesn’t mean that you have not experienced emotional pain or sadness.

To discuss resilience is my guest of Bryan Clement of Dovetail learning.  Bryan is a former teacher, principal and is currently the lead trainer and Director of Program and Partnerships at Dovetail Learning, Inc., 

Resources 

West  Wind Education Policy Inc

westwinded.com

Harris County Department of Education

https://hcde-texas.org

CASE for Kids

https://hcde-texas.org/afterschool-zone

Episode 65 Explaining the School to Prison Nexus

Today’s episode of the Making Afterschool Cool podcast centers on the School to Prison Nexus. The practice of  assigning students who violate the zero-tolerance policies on their campus being placed into an alternative site, the juvenile system or the criminal justice system, was originally known as the school-to-prison pipeline. However, over the years, it has become evident that the school-to-prison pipeline is more complex than previously stated.  As a result, the phrase school to prison nexus emerged.  To discuss the difference between the two terms are my guests; Circe Stumbo and Angelina Ramirez.

During this episode you will learn more regarding the:

• Purpose of Westwind Education Policy Inc.
• Definition of the school to prison pipeline
• Details surrounding how the school to prison nexus disproportionately impacts black and brown students
• Explanation of how the employment of  police officers as school security affects school climate and disproportionally increases the number of students of color receiving discipline citations
• Recommendations to help schools create a positive and inclusive environment

Guest

Circe Stumbo is president of West Wind Education Policy Inc. (West Wind), which she founded in January 2001. Circe has facilitated national and statewide blue-ribbon panels and summits, cross-functional working teams, organizational strategic planning processes, and equity leadership teams. This includes her current facilitation of Iowa’s statewide Dyslexia Task Force. Circe has worked with fifty-seven states and territories through her collaborations with national and regional advocacy organizations and federal centers.

Angelina Ramirez is a senior at Coe College in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, majoring in both Political Science and Social and Criminal Justice. She is also a Project Assistant at West Wind Education Policy Inc.  Angelina also serves as Student Coordinator of Civic Engagement at Coe College, a volunteer for Habitat for Humanity,  an Intern for Advocates for Social Justice, and an English Second Language Teacher through the Adult Basic Education and Refugee & Immigrant Services Programs at the Catherine McAuley Center in Cedar Rapids. 

Resources

West  Wind Education Policy Inc

westwinded.com

Harris County Department of Education

https://hcde-texas.org

CASE for Kids

https://hcde-texas.org/afterschool-zone

 

Preview of EP 65: Explaing the School to Prison Nexus

This is a preview of episode 65 where we discuss the School to Prison Nexus. The practice of putting students who violate the zero-tolerance policies on their campus were frequently pushed out of the traditional educational environment and are either placed into an alternative site, the juvenile system or the criminal justice system. This tendency originally became known as the school-to-prison pipeline. However, over the years, it has become evident that the school-to-prison pipeline theory is more complicated and multilayered.  As a result, a new term called the school to prison nexus as emerged. 

To discuss the difference between the two terms are my guest, Circe Stumbo, and Angelina Ramirez. Ms. Stumbo is president of West Wind Education Policy Inc. which she founded in January of 2001. Angelina Ramirez is a senior at Coe College in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, majoring in both Political Science and Social and Criminal Justice. She is also a Project Assistant at West Wind Education Policy Inc. 

EP 64: Developing Youth Leadership

This week the Making Afterschool Cool podcast examines developing youth leadership. This topic has been a well discussed subject for years by parents, business leaders, and educators. To discuss his experience and accomplishments as a young leader is my guest Devin Martin.

In this episode, you will learn more about the following:

• The process of discovering interests in different fields of studies
• Benefits of internships and ways to connect with corporations
• Impact of family members and mentors influencing goals of youth regarding what could be possible as an adult
• Importance of awareness of influential people of color and their impact on the field of science

Guest

Devin is currently a student at the University of Southern California and has completed numerous internships with large corporations such as Google, the National Security Agency, Microsoft, and Nasa, to name a few. Additionally, he has been accepted to numerous state and national organizations and has amassed a list of accomplishments that continues to grow

 Resources

Harris County Department of Education

https://www.hcde-texas.org/

CASE for Kids

https://www.hcde-texas.org/page/17

Preview of EP 64: Developing Youth Leadership

This is a preview of episode 64 where we discuss developing Youth leadership. This topic has been a well-discussed subject for years by parents, business leaders, and educators. But one thing that is certain is to develop leadership skills, young people need to be allowed to lead. To discuss his experience and accomplishments as a young leader is my guest Devin Martin. Devin is currently a student at the University of Southern California and has completed numerous internships with large corporations such as Google, the National Security Agency, Microsoft, and Nasa, to name a few.  Additionally, he has been accepted to numerous state and national organizations and has amassed a list of accomplishments that continues to grow

EP 63: After School Porgram's Resources @ the CASE for Kids SmartZone

Smart Zone Podbean Summary

This week the Making Afterschool Cool podcast showcases the CASE for Kids SMART Zone. The SMART Zone provides an opportunity for out-of-school time professionals to get curriculum, supplies and equipment needed to cultivate a high-quality learning environment for their students. To speak on all of the amazing resources available in the SMART Zone is my guest and colleague Victoria Lopez-Case; Curriculum Coordinator for Harris County Department of Education, CASE for Kids.

In this episode, you will learn more about the:

• Purpose and history of the SMART Zone
• Items available in the SMART Zone, how to access them and other important item check-out details
• Inventory viewing process for the supplies in the SMART Zone

Resources

Harris County Department of Education

https://www.hcde-texas.org/

 

CASE for Kids

https://www.hcde-texas.org/page/17

 

EP 62: Youth Council Significance to an Organization

This week the Making Afterschool Cool podcast is focused on the impact a youth council can have on a youth serving agency.  To discuss how their Youth Council has influenced YMCA Houston is Gloria Guzman. Gloria has been with the YMCA for 13 years and currently works with the Y Youth Council (YYC). Through the YYC she has the privilege of facilitating a group of young leaders that help to determine the direction of programming for teen programs within the association.

In this episode, you will learn more about the:

• Timelines for the Youth Council development at YMCA of Greater Houston
• Process of selecting students to be on the Youth Council
• Benefits of a youth council for the Y and the students
• Impact of the Youth Council on YMCA of Greater Houston services delivery
• Advice for agencies interested in starting a youth council

Guest

Gloria has been with the YMCA for 13 years in which most of her time has been spent working with youth in out of school time settings. Throughout her career with the Y, she has strived to engage her youth in learning that they have a voice and teaching them effective communication so that they are able to use that voice to impact change. She is an advocate for youth in leadership positions and believes that given the right tools, youth are our present, not just our future. Gloria currently works with the Y Youth Council (YYC), in which she has the privilege of facilitating a group of young leaders that help to determine the direction of programming for teen programs within the association. Gloria takes her desire to shape the community into one that is positive and nourishing, beginning with listening to the young people who have so much to offer.

Resources

YMCA of Greater Houston

https://ymcahouston.org/

Harris County Department of Education

https://www.hcde-texas.org/

 CASE for Kids

https://www.hcde-texas.org/page/17