Moments of Inspiration

Join us as we chat with some outstanding educators from New Hanover County Schools as they discuss the ways they have adjusted and re-adjusted their teaching styles from the Spring until now.  We'll hear from PE teacher Chris Walters as well as Media Coordinator Gretchen Parker.  There's even some "surprise" appearances at the end of the episode, so make sure you stay tuned!

Welcome to Season 2 Episode 1 of MOI!  To kick things off, in this episode Chris sits down (virtually of course) with some White Oak High School's best to discuss why their model of hybrid learning during "Plan B" in Onslow County is working so well.  We'll hear from Principal Dr. Christopher Barnes, Tech Facilitator Christy Torres, Science Teacher Tanya Larose, as well as two seniors Nyla Ayeli and Allison McGovern.  They will share their perspectives, opinions, and hopes for this school year as we all adjust to the "new normal".

In our Season 1 Finale we hear from educators across North and South Carolina who share their recommendations for great Summer reads.  We have some return guests, some brand new guests, and even some little ones giving us some great suggestions on a wide range of books for you to consider.  Thanks for your support of Season 1 and be on the lookout for updates on Season 2 coming soon!

This week we hear from three amazing educators; a first year teacher, a retiring teacher, and a retiring administrator as they discuss their experiences with the COVID-19 crisis, remote learning, and how they are handling the challenges.  Their perspective and wisdom is second to none so listen, share and enjoy!

This week we hear from three amazing educators; a first year teacher, a retiring teacher, and a retiring administrator as they discuss their experiences with the COVID-19 crisis, remote learning, and how they are handling the challenges.  Their perspective and wisdom is second to none so listen, share and enjoy!

This week we hear from two amazing Exceptional Children's Teachers. Mattamuskeet Campus' Callie Luker from Hyde County, NC and Hunt High School's Riley Bane from Wilson, NC.  They share with us how they were able to take learning from the classroom to their students' homes and made it relevant, engaging, and fun!  

Meredith Harris and Katie Hardt are not only rival PE teachers in Dare County, NC.  They are also the best of friends.  So when Katie had an idea to get their students up and moving while in quarantine, Meredith never hesitated to get involved.  What resulted was nothing short of amazing.  Listen in as we discuss their project, how it spread, and what it has taught them and us about engaging our learners.

In honor of the fact that so many graduates are having to miss their "traditional" ceremony this year we decided to reach out to some old friends who are experiencing this first hand and get their perspective on how it affects them.  We reach far and wide, even going all the way to Michigan to hear some great stories!  So please join us as Olivia, Angie, and Joan share their thoughts!

Our guests this week are both educators at Githens Middle School in Durham, NC.  Barbara Berry is the Media Coordinator and Kate Murphy is the 7th Grade Counselor.  This year they have teamed up to work with students and staff to incorporate mindfulness strategies into their everyday routine.  We discuss with them how they've done this, some of the changes that were necessary moving to remote instruction and the results they have seen since implementing their plan.

In this episode we look at how we can reach our students and colleagues "beyond the walls" of the school building.  We have several guests this week including Jill Darrough from NCDPI's Digital Teaching and Learning Division, Corey Tyler Director of Technology for Northampton County Schools, and Elizabeth Matrejek a Math Teacher at Independence High School in Mecklenburg County.