Bridging Policy and Practice for Better Outcomes in Special Education
In today’s episode, Dr. Balsley shares her deep-rooted passion for inclusive education, shaped from childhood through her extensive leadership experience in special education at both state and nationa...
3 Jul 202530min
Navigating Mental Health and Learning Loss: Literacy Leadership After COVID-19
In this episode of the Literacy Mindset Podcast, Jeff Pendleton sits down with Larry Brunson Jr., Director of Special Education at Victor Valley Union High School District, to explore the evolving cha...
1 Jul 202531min
High Expectations and Collaboration: Elevating Literacy Outcomes with Dr. Burnett
In this episode, we sit down with Dr. Chad Burnett, Executive Director of Teaching and Learning at Eanes Independent School District in Austin, Texas. Drawing from his background in both secondary edu...
26 Jun 202532min
The Power of Early Literacy Assessment: Insights from District Leader Glen Webb
In this conversation, Glen shares the eye-opening discoveries he made as a teacher when he realized just how many students reached high school lacking essential reading skills, and how that ignited hi...
24 Jun 202554min
Scarborough’s Reading Rope and Beyond: Dr. Tate’s Guide to Student Success
In today’s episode, we’re diving into the heart of what it takes to help every student learn to read, especially those who face unique challenges. Our host, Jeff Pendleton, sits down with Dr. Taneka T...
19 Jun 202528min
Literacy Reform in Action: A Principal’s Story of Change and Community
In today’s episode, host Jeff Pendleton welcomes Lana Ingram, principal at Harding Charter Preparatory Elementary in Oklahoma City, for a deeply insightful conversation.With over twenty years in educa...
17 Jun 202532min
The Art of Connection: Whole Child Strategies for Literacy with Dr. Precios Armstrong
In this episode, your host, Jeff Pendleton, sits down with Dr. Precios Armstrong, Director of Special Education at East Lansing Public Schools, to dig deep into what it really takes to help students b...
12 Jun 202532min
Embracing Change: Technology's Role in Literacy Education at Upper Darby School District
In this episode of Literacy Mindset, we sit down with Dr. Daniel P. McGarry, Superintendent, and Ed Marshaleck, Assistant Superintendent of Student Services, from Upper Darby School District in Pennsy...
10 Jun 202534min
