The Wellness Space
By Errica Dotson-Hooper
The Wellness SpaceAug 14, 2020
Episode 14: Leadership Lessons with Ron Clark
In this episode, Errica chats with Ron Clark of the Ron Clark Academy in Atlanta, GA about best practices for school leaders during the COVID-19 Pandemic. This is a snippet of a live conversation that took place during A Day of Educational Innovation 2021, an annual HCDE conference that prinks the imagination and expands the creativity of teachers and principals across the county and beyond.
Episode 13: A Chat with Lauran Woolley aka Mrs.Woolleyin5th on TikTok
In this episode, Errica chats with Lauran Woolley aka Mrs. Woolleyin5th on Instagram and TikTok. Lauran has amassed over 3.7 million followers, created a Youtube channel with over 20,000 subscribers, designed and launched merchandise, and built up a following on Instagram of over 42,000 people. She continually engages her audience with her “My Favorite Answers” commenting series, teacher/student comedy sketches, "Day in the Life" vlogs, and live stream advice sessions.
She will also be a guest speakers at A Day of Education Innovation featuring Ron Clark on April 10, 2021. This year, we're Reimagining The Possibilities for Urban Education! This virtual conference will be epic so save your seat today! bit.ly/DEIFRC
Episode 12: A Chat with Audri & Callie-What's Poppin?!
In this episode, Errica chats with Audri Williams and Callie Evans, educators at Monroe Comprehensive High School in Albany, Georgia. Their social media video, "What's Poppin?!" took the nation by storm last summer, as they used fun and innovative methods to connect with students virtually. They will also be guests speakers at A Day of Education Innovation featuring Ron Clark on April 10, 2021. This year, we're Reimagining The Possibilities for Urban Education! This virtual conference will be epic so save your seat today! bit.ly/DEIFRC
Episode 11: A Conversation with Assistant Superintendent, Dr. CJ Rodgers
In this episode, Errica chats with the Assistant Superintendent of Education and Enrichment for HCDE, Dr. CJ Rodgers. AD: Registration for A Day of Educational Innovation featuring Ron Clark is now open! This year, we're Reimagining The Possibilities for Urban Education! This virtual conference will be epic so save your seat today! https://bit.ly/DEIFRC Stay connected with The Department of Education & Enrichment by subscribing to their newsletter, "The Link" at https://link-hcde-texas.org. Have additional questions? Feel free to reach out to me directly at edotson-hooper@hcde-texas.org.
Episode 10: Teaching in the Trenches with Shaughn Thomas
In this episode, Errica chats with Fort Bend ISD Edge Teacher Shaughn Thomas about the amazing work he is doing to build relationships with his students to strengthen their academic success.
Episode 9: National School Counseling Week 2021: The Powerful Work of The Campus Caretaker with Shalondra Moore
In this episode, Errica chats with Aldine ISD School Counselor, Shalondra Moore, about her work and her impact on the students and staff at Goodman ACE Elementary School in Houston, TX.
Episode 8: Self-Care Best Practices for Educators with Dr. Frances Watson-Hester
In this episode, Errica chats with Dr. Frances about the importance of self-care for educators and leaders.
Episode 7: Creating Safe Spaces for African American Girls with Kristi Morale
In this episode, Errica chats with Kristi Morale of The Innocent Brown Girl Project about the importance of creating equitable educational spaces.
Episode 6: Becoming A Culturally Relevant Campus with Melody Gerard
Episode 5: Supporting Special Education Students Virtually: Best Practices for Parents with Irvin Shannon
Episode 4: Making Connections: Innovative Ways to Reach Students Virtually with Traniece Brown-Warrens
Episode 3: Parenting Through A Pandemic with Aisha Crumbine
In this episode, Errica chats with Aisha Crumbine about the challenges faced by parents and schools as well as how to advocate for the needs of all stakeholders.
Episode 2: Resisting Grind Culture In Education: It Starts With You featuring Lauren Ford
Episode 1: The Best of The Wellness Space So Far
Episode 11: *SEASON FINALE* When The Work Hurts: Creating Healthy Boundaries to Prevent Burnout with Cassandra D. Jones
AD: As we continue to educate students in the midst of a global pandemic, campus leaders are searching for the most effective ways to meet the social emotional and mental health needs of their teams. In response, The Harris County Department of Education has launched, Connection Matters, our new SEL PD Workshop Series. If you have any questions or would like to schedule a consult, please send an email to edotson-hooper@hcde-texas.org or connect with me on Twitter at @ErricaDH.
Episode 10: Love Teach: Real Stories & Honest Advice to Keep Teachers from Crying Under Their Desks” with Kelly Treleaven
In this episode, Errica chats with teacher, blogger and author, Kelly Treleaven about her latest book.
AD: As we continue to educate students in the midst of a global pandemic, campus leaders are searching for the most effective ways to meet the social emotional and mental health needs of their teams. In response, The Harris County Department of Education has launched, Connection Matters, our new SEL PD Workshop Series. If you have any questions or would like to schedule a consult, please send an email to edotson-hooper@hcde-texas.org or connect with me on Twitter at @ErricaDH.
Episode 9: Educational Equity with Celeste M. Barretto
On this episode, Errica chats with Celeste M. Barretto on how her passion for creating equitable spaces for all children is igniting change in Texas public schools.
AD: As we continue to educate students in the midst of a global pandemic, campus leaders are searching for the most effective ways to meet the social emotional and mental health needs of their teams. In response, The Harris County Department of Education has launched, Connection Matters, our new SEL PD Workshop Series. If you have any questions or would like to schedule a consult, please send an email to edotson-hooper@hcde-texas.org or connect with me on Twitter at @ErricaDH.
Episode 8: How I Survived My First Year as a Principal with Margarita Tovar
In this episode, Errica chats with Principal Margarita Tovar about the tests and triumphs of her first year as an elementary campus leader.
AD: As we continue to educate students in the midst of a global pandemic, campus leaders are searching for the most effective ways to meet the social emotional and mental health needs of their teams. In response, The Harris County Department of Education has launched, Connection Matters, our new SEL PD Workshop Series. If you have any questions or would like to schedule a consult, please send an email to edotson-hooper@hcde-texas.org or connect with me on Twitter at @ErricaDH.