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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
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Wednesday Jan 11, 2023
Wednesday Jan 11, 2023
This is part one of a two part series of episodes which features a conversation I had with my guest Julia Gabor and Michelle Pina with kid- grit as we discuss the importance of students being resilient and having grit. Talent alone is not always what makes individuals succeed. People seldom achieve their goals without effort. That is why grit is essential element for success.
During this podcast you will learn more about the following:
- Their inspiration for providing resources and trainings designed to empowers students and educators
- Their definition of grit and why is it important for youth to have it
- What is kid-grit, when was it developed, it purposes and target groups
- How do parents and educators teach students patience and a strong work ethic
- Services available to adults, which compliments the training given to students
- How the skills present in kid-grit are transferable to the corporate sector
Guest
Julia Gabor is an award-winning educator and national speaker. She is the co-founder of kid-grit. kid-grit supports students (PK-12) with curriculum and workshops and supports educators with evidence based professional development and coaching. Currently, kid-grit is expanding into corporate learning space in partnership with Academic Solutions Group. She designs, trains and facilitates workshops for educators, small businesses, mentor programs and students. Julia has been teaching/leading groups since she was a teenager working alongside her mother, who is a master acting teacher, and coach in the USA and Europe.
Michelle Pena education background began as a toddler accompanying her mom to college classes, helping her set up her elementary classrooms, and eventually as a substitute teacher while her mom was a middle school principal. Michelle’s professional career launched as middle school teacher and quickly evolved into administrative roles. Her experiences include professional development coordinator, program evaluator, federal grant director, and out-of-school time program director for school districts. She has over 15 years of experience in leading and starting up self-funded OST programs for school districts and 25 years in education management. More recently, Michelle has worked as a consultant, with out-of-school time organizations, technology companies and various non-profits in the areas of business development, strategic and sustainability planning, professional development, curriculum design and grant writing.
Resources
kid-grit
Mike Wilson
Harris County Department of Education
https://hcde-texas.org
CASE for Kids
Monday Jan 09, 2023
Monday Jan 09, 2023
Talent alone is not always what makes individuals succeed. People seldom achieve their goals without effort. That’s why grit is essential element for success. This a preview of a two part series of episodes featuring a conversation with my guest Julia Gabor and Michelle Pina with Kid- Grit as we discuss the importance of students being resilient and having grit.
Tuesday Dec 20, 2022
Tuesday Dec 20, 2022
Today’s episode of the Making After School Cool podcast centers on the positive influence a role model can have on youth. According to Dr. Marilyn Price-Mitchell by the time children become adolescents, they should be able to separate the positive and negative behaviors of the people they admire. This episode features my conversation with Juliet Stipeche, a true role model for countless people in the Houston Area.
Guest
In 2010, Juliet Stipeche wished to serve her community and support public education and was elected to the Houston Independent School District (HISD) Board of Education as the Trustee of District 8. During her tenure, she served as Chairperson of HISD’s Audit Committee for three years, pushed for administrative and educational reform, and was elected by her peers to serve as the Board President.
In 2013, Juliet joined Rice University as the Associate Director for the Richard Tapia Center for Excellence and Equity. In 2016, Mayor Sylvester Turner selected Ms. Stipeche to serve as the Director of Education for the Mayor’s Office of Education (MOE), a new position and office within the mayor’s administration. She developed a new office focused on educational equity and opportunity for all ages in Houston by promoting city-wide collaboration, communication, and coordination. Juliet worked on education and workforce issues from cradle to career and developed city-wide programs from Hire Houston Youth to Be Well, Be Connected.
She currently serves as Director of Human Services, leading the Gulf Coast Workforce Solutions, and the Houston-Galveston Area Agency on Aging, and Aging and Disability Resource Center programs. Juliet has a long and distinguish history of developing creative programs and collaborations to support educational and workforce efforts for her community.
Resources
Juliet Stipeche
juliet.stipeche@wrksolutions.net
Mike Wilson
mwilson@hcde-texas.org
Friday Dec 16, 2022
Friday Dec 16, 2022
Today’s preview episode of the Making After School Cool podcast centers on the positive influence a role model can have on youth. According to Dr. Marilyn Price-Mitchell by the time children become adolescents, they should be able to separate the positive and negative behaviors of the people they admire. During this preview I will be highlighting and speaking with Juliet Stipeche. A true role model for countless people in the Houston Area.
Thursday Dec 01, 2022
Thursday Dec 01, 2022
This episode of the Making After School Cool podcast focuses on helping teens face complex issues in their lives.
The transition from childhood to teenager can sometimes be difficult for parents and the teens alike. To address adolescent dilemmas and challenges, is my guest Mr. Kevin Price,
During this podcast you will learn more about the following:
- Best practices to equip youth with the aptitude to handle the various societal issues
- Resources for educators, parents, and youth serving institutions to help youth address their concerns
- Information regarding FACS purpose, services, and how long as it been in existence
- A summary of the different e-courses available through FACS
Guest
Mr. Price retired from Aldines ISD as a twenty-one year veteran educator with a solid history of successfully supporting students by facilitating discussions groups, pro-social activities, intervention strategies and discipline management techniques that enhanced his student success.
Mr. Price is a former pastor, youth minister and instructor at Lone Star College, He has been recognized by Kappa Alpha Psi Incorporate as 1 of 4 Top Educators in Houston, he’s been a Campus Educator of the Year at Aldine Ninth Grade School; Co-Creator of the Aldine Male Initiative Program: Co-Authored FACS Youth Intervention Series and Authored “Education in America; Together, We Can Put It Back on Track.
Resources
Kevin Price
krprice@facsprogram.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
Tuesday Nov 29, 2022
Tuesday Nov 29, 2022
This is a preview of episode 109 of the Making After School Cool podcast. The topic focuses on situations teenagers face that without the proper guidance from a caring adult, their concerns can become problematic.
To address these dilemmas, will be my guest Mr. Kevin Price. Mr. Price retired from Aldines ISD as a twenty-one year veteran educator with a solid history of successfully supporting students by facilitating discussions groups, pro-social activities, intervention strategies and discipline management techniques that enhanced his student success.
Thursday Nov 17, 2022
Thursday Nov 17, 2022
Where do students go when they are at school and experiencing severe anxiety, depression, or extreme negative emotional outburst? To address this concern and help youth process their emotional wellbeing, many schools are starting to reserve a designated room on campus for students, where they can process any negative emotions. Therefore, the topic of this episode of the Making After School Cool podcast highlights steps HISD as implemented to address the social and emotional needs of students.
During this podcast you will learn more about the following:
- The Social and Emotional Learning department with HISD, its purpose, services, and how long as it been in existence
- How the mental and social needs of students have changed Changes in the mental and social needs of students
- HISD implementation of Thinker Rooms and how and when do students access it
- Resources available for school faculty to address their mental health, or plans to meet their needs
Guest
Ms. Megan Young is the SEL Counselor & Thinkery Initiative Coordinator for HISD Social and Emotional Learning Department
Resources
Megan Young
Meagan.Young@houstonisd.org
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 Nov 11, 2022
Friday Nov 11, 2022
This is a preview episode 108 of the Making After School Cool podcast highlighting services provided by HISD Social Emotional Learning department. According to a survey administered to 334 students, by Bear Facts Student Media Group in 2021, approximately 85% of students surveyed report they feel anxiety during the school day. To discuss this issue and efforts in place in the Houston Independent School district regarding the emotional needs of students is my guest today, Ms. Megan Young. Meagan is the SEL Counselor & Thinkery Initiative Coordinator, for HISD Social and Emotional Learning Department
Friday Nov 04, 2022
Friday Nov 04, 2022
Today’s episode of the Making After School podcast highlights National Bullying prevention month. National Bullying Prevention month started in October 2006, when numerous educational and parental groups collaborated to sponsor community events and activities to raise awareness of the issue of bullying throughout the month. Currently, the National leading anti-bullying and cyberbullying organization for kids and teens in the is Stomp out bullying. And I have the pleasure of discussing Bullying prevention with Ms. Ross Ellis, the founder and Chief Executive Officer of STOMP Out Bullying.
During this podcast you will learn about:
- Different forms of bullying
- What are some signs of a child or groups of students who are being bullying
- What could be done if you suspect a child is a victim of bullying
- Information regarding the Organization STOMP Out Bullying
Guest
Ross Ellis has over 20 years of experience in the non-profit and corporate sector and has been a child advocate for more than two decades. She educates on reducing and preventing bullying, cyberbullying, and other digital abuse, educating against homophobia, racism, and hatred, and deterring violence in schools, online and in communities across the country. Additionally, she educates parents about the safety of their children. In 2005, Ross founded STOMP Out Bullying, the leading national bullying and cyberbullying prevention nonprofit for kids and teens in the U.S. STOMP Out Bullying has since become the most influential anti-bullying organization in the country.
Resources
Ross Ellis
Mike Wilson
mwilson@hcde-texas.org
Harris County Department of Education
https://hcde-texas.org
CASE for Kids
https://hcde-texas.org/afterschool-zone
Thursday Oct 27, 2022
Thursday Oct 27, 2022
This preview of episode 107 of the Making After School podcast highlights National Bullying prevention month. National Bullying Prevention month started in October 2006; when numerous educational and parental groups collaborated to sponsor community events and activities to raise awareness of the issue of bullying throughout the month. Currently, the Nation’s leading anti-bullying and cyberbullying organization for kids and teens is STOMP Out Bullying. In this preview I have the pleasure of discussing bullying prevention with Ms. Ross Ellis, the founder and Chief Executive Officer of STOMP Out Bullying.