ReflectED Podcast

In Episode 7 of ReflectEd, AJ talks with High School Social Studies teacher, and Mr. Podcast, Chris Nesi about incorporating the 4 C's into his classroom. Chris is a proponent of introducing students to the ideas of Collaboration, Creativity, Communication and Critical Thinking. Throughout this episode, Chris discusses: Preparing student their next big thing Creating questions that are not easy to answer Making all instruction real and relevant Challenging students thinking Bringing out Wonder and Curiosity. Follow Chris Nesi on Twitter at @MrNesi or visit his website www.ChrisNesi.com to listen to the #HouseofEdTech Podcast! - - - - - Visit the website Share Feedback & Ideas Tweet me at @AJBianco Tweet the show at  @ReflectEdPod Follow me on Instagram @AJBianco Follow the show on Instagram @ReflectEdPod

Welcome to ReflectED - Episode 6! Reflecting on 2020  Let's focus on the positives for the year! While we had so many difficulties and obstacles that were in the way for many of us, we are going to come into 2021 stronger than ever before!  My Positives Family I'm a Vice Principal now!  Personal Growth and Overall Strength How will 2020 Impact on Schools? It’s been a battle, but I think we are going to make it through just fine. This entire pandemic is going to improve schools going forward. Teachers will continue to rise and improve. What can we learn and improve going forward? GOALS My One Word for 2020... GO My One Work for 2021... DETERMINED HOMEWORK: 1. What is one thing you are grateful for in 2020? 2. What is one thing you will be glad to leave behind in 2020? 3. What’s your goal for 2021? 4. What’s going to help you in achieving that goal? - - - - - Visit the website Share Feedback & Ideas Tweet the show @ReflectEDPod Follow on Instagram @ReflectEDPod

Guest: Dave Frangiosa @DavidFrangiosa Unconventional School Year Excitement or lack thereof for the year ahead. What the classroom looks like. What can we do in this type of environment? What are students missing? How can we change this experience? Engagement vs. Compliance. Building relationships with students. Content and Curriculum. Should we be virtual? - - - - - Visit the website Share Feedback & Ideas Tweet the show @ReflectEDPod Follow on Instagram @ReflectEDPod

Quick Rundown of my EDU career. 14 years as a Middle School Social Studies teacher SMART Goals in the classroom. Specific Measurable Attainable Relevant Timely My current role in education. First-year as a district leader in 2019-2020. Looking back on the 2019-2020 school year. Am I PROUD of my accomplishments? Could I have done MORE? Did you reach your goals? My goals for the 2020-2021 School year Professional Personal HOMEWORK Courtesy of Warren Buffet’s 5/25 Rule: Write down as many goals as you want to achieve. Circle your top 5 Never think of the other 20 EVER again! - - - - - Visit the website Share Feedback & Ideas Tweet the show @ReflectEDPod Follow on Instagram @ReflectEDPod

In this episode, we focus on our mindset.  How are we feeling right now? “Everything in life starts with your mindset first and your actions second. Your actions follow your thoughts, your beliefs and ideas. To make a shift, to free your energy: start with getting your mind right, and then, take action.” - Sylvester Mcnutt III  What can we do?  1. Take charge 2. Bring about Positivity - Positivity is a choice! 3. Get rid of the Negativity and Negative thoughts!  4. Continue to be amazing!  5. Be prepared to succeed! HOMEWORK Take time for YOU! Reflect on where you are and where you want to be.  - - - - - Visit the website Share Feedback & Ideas Tweet the show @ReflectEDPod Follow on Instagram @ReflectEDPod

In this episode, we are going to discuss how we can Embrace the Uncomfortable. Topics I focus on: FEAR Be a Risk-Taker! Understand your Why Get out of the Comfort Zone Understand that Failure will happen. Find your focus and trust your ideas. Acknowledge Fear… Do it anyway Your Reflection... How are you going to Embrace the Uncomfortable? - - - - - Visit the website Share Feedback & Ideas Tweet the show @ReflectEDPod Follow on Instagram @ReflectEDPod

Why ReflectED? Reflection is Important and it’s about Growth. Questions I focus on: What was my best moment today? What was my most challenging moment?  How did I act or respond to others?  How did I serve and support those around me? How will I continue to do so?  How can I continue to get better? Resources Mentioned: Compete Every Day Podcast with Patrick Allmond  Your Reflection... How were you successful this week?  What was your happiest moment?  How can you build on that going forward? - - - - - Visit the website Share Feedback & Ideas Tweet the show @ReflectEDPod Follow on Instagram @ReflectEDPod

ReflectED is the podcast where AJ Bianco shares his perspective on the challenges and successes that are taking place in our schools and focuses on goal-setting and plans for future improvement. Through rich conversation and meaningful dialogue, we discuss practical ways to make schools better for students and educators.  Make sure you click subscribe. Episode 1 drops June 1, 2020! - - - - - Visit the website Share Feedback & Ideas Tweet the show @ReflectEDPod Follow on Instagram @ReflectEDPod