Educate U.S.

EdLoc, led by educators of color, envisions a future where barriers in education, healthcare, and immigration are tackled to create equal opportunities for young people of color. Angelica Solis-Montero, EdLoc's Chief Policy Officer, will share their approach to building generational wealth and dismantling systemic obstacles. Join us on this critical journey.Links from today's episode - EdLoc: https://www.edloc.orgLeague of Women Voters: https://www.lwv.orgSocials: Edloc.org weareedloc, educational leaders of colorThis episode is brought to you by - Fresh Roasted Coffee & Positively Tea - This summer, cool down with a fresh cold brew, iced tea or iced coffee from our friends over at Fresh Roasted Coffee. Visit https://lddy.no/1i34i & use the promo code EDUCATEUS for 20% off your first purchase!

Literacy encompasses more than just the basic ABCs. In this episode, we unpack the definition of literacy in an ever-changing world, as Dr. Kara Hollins joined the program, to discuss how to nurture critical thinking skills, plus what practical advice she has for inspiring a passion for reading and writing in children. Whether you're a parent, educator, or lifelong learner, this episode will help provide you the tools to unlock literacy's potential and empower yourself & others.Links to works discussed in this episode - Active View Reading Model: https://www.nellkduke.org/the-active-view-of-readingKara's profile link: https://www.tc.columbia.edu/faculty/kag2129/Title of Article referenced: Beyond Representation: Using Nonfiction Children’s Literature to Address Ableism by Kara G. Hollins, Sarah L. Schlessinger Center on the Developing Child: https://developingchild.harvard.edu/science/key-concepts/executive-function/This episode is brought to you by - Fresh Roasted Coffee & Positively Tea - Taste the amazing coffee that fuels us at https://lddy.no/1i34i & use the promo code EDUCATEUS for 20% off your first purchase!

Nick, Stacey & Patrice welcome in Dr. Anisha I. Jogee, to discuss her work exploring the profound influence of cultural background on education, the fostering of social-emotional well-being for students, and how she strives for equality in education. We delve into specific topics such as the significance of cultural background in education, establishing nurturing learning environments, and setting ambitious goals for school leadership.This episode is brought to you by - Fresh Roasted Coffee & Positively Tea - Taste the amazing coffee that fuels us at https://lddy.no/1i34i & use the promo code EDUCATEUS for 20% off your first purchase!

UNC School of Law professor, and friend of the pod, Osamudia James returns to chat with Patrice & Stacey about DEI, recent Supreme Court decisions, school choice & more, in a conversation you won't want to miss.This episode is brought to you by - Fresh Roasted Coffee & Positively Tea - Taste the amazing coffee that fuels us at https://lddy.no/1i34i & use the promo code EDUCATEUS for 20% off your first purchase!

In this episode, Nick, Stacey & Patrice look back at the past year of 'Educate U.S.' as they reach the one year anniversary of their show.This episode is brought to you by - Fresh Roasted Coffee & Positively Tea - Taste the amazing coffee that fuels us at https://lddy.no/1i34i & use the promo code EDUCATEUS for 20% off your first purchase!

In Brownsville, Brooklyn, young leaders are tackling community issues. Join us to learn more about Kevin, one of the Young Leaders at the Ella Baker Institute's Young People's Leadership Cooperative after school program, as he joins Stacey & Patrice.

Our guest this week is Lori Heisler, who has been in education for over 20 years, as a teacher, a Dean, and an Asst. Principal. She is currently a coach and consultant, who specializes in creating more equitable and inclusive classrooms, as well as helping schools become more trauma informed.  Lori serves in her local chapter of Moms Demand Action, an organization that focuses on ending gun violence through responsible gun ownership and advocating for stronger gun laws to ensure the safety of everyone. Here are a few resources mentioned in this episode - Research on Gun Violence & Prevention:https://momsdemandaction.org/https://everytownresearch.org/https://giffords.org/https://www.bradyunited.org/https://actionnetwork.org/groups/csgvhttps://as.vanderbilt.edu/medicine-health-society/gun-violence-research/Text READY to 64433  to join the millions of Americans who are fighting back against the gun lobby's dangerous agenda.Follow Lori at https://www.loriheisler.com or on Linkedin at https://www.linkedin.com/in/loriheisler/This episode is brought to you by - Fresh Roasted Coffee & Positively Tea - Taste the amazing coffee that fuels us at https://lddy.no/1i34i & use the promo code EDUCATEUS for 20% off your first purchase!

From efforts to defund public schools to a new bill allowing religious figures to work in public schools, Florida continues to make headlines with their education laws. To make sense of all this, we are re-joined by Lissette Fernandez and Dr. Vanessa Brito from Moms For Libros. To learn more about Moms For Libros, visit their website or Linktree.This episode is brought to you by - Fresh Roasted Coffee & Positively Tea - Taste the amazing coffee that fuels us at https://www.freshroastedcoffee.com/ & use the promo code EDUCATEUS for 20% off your first purchase!

Friend of the pod, Akil Bello, returns to chat about the current realities in college admissions and higher education. Akil is the Senior Director of Advocacy & Advancement at FairTest, a consultant & analyst for education policy, and a strategic advisor for the College Admissions Futures Co-Laborative. Articles mentioned in this episode -https://akilbello.com/2024/02/29/cutting-room-the-misguided-war-on-test-optional/https://www.chalkbeat.org/newyork/2024/04/26/nyc-opt-out-rate-doubled-in-the-wake-of-the-pandemic/?utm_source=Chalkbeat&utm_campaign=0fa935ecd7-Tennessee+How+Tennessees+legislature+handled+educa&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_9091015053-0fa935ecd7-%5BLIST_EMAIL_ID%5D&mc_cid=0fa935ecd7&mc_eid=57211a336cThis episode is brought to you by - Fresh Roasted Coffee & Positively Tea - Taste the amazing coffee that fuels us at https://lddy.no/1i34i & use the promo code EDUCATEUS for 20% off your first purchase!