BONUS Season Six Preview: A Milestone Season with Christine and Tammy

Season 6 kicks off with momentum and purpose: a leaner, clearer way to teach and lead, plus a major milestone as we head toward our 100th episode. We map the journey ahead—from a January reset that honors how students grow over the break to a guest lineup that challenges the norms and champions practical change. Every conversation aims at the same target: simplify the work, sharpen the focus, and amplify the impact on student learning.

We start by revisiting the midyear reset with Nicole, exploring how to assess what students remember, what’s shifted socially and emotionally, and how to set small goals that deliver visible wins. From there, Sharon Skrtic brings a framework-first lens to professional learning, reminding us that any system we adopt should reduce noise and increase clarity about evidence of learning. With Pete Hall, we dive into reaching and teaching kids who don’t fit the box—rethinking labels, designing flexible supports, and using reflection to guide what we keep and what we cut.

The season widens with rich perspectives: Whitney Aragaki and Kirsten Milks on place-based science that roots inquiry in local context; Jessica Holloway and Carrie Bishop on teacher retention and making teaching irresistible; Casey Watt on aligning clarity, purpose, and systems; and returning guest Allie Rodman on productivity shifts and the evolving role of technology. We lighten the load with an episode on humor as a serious tool for building trust and memory, and we stir the pot with friends sharing unpopular opinions in education to challenge habits that no longer serve students or teachers. Plus, we’re rolling out select video episodes on YouTube so you can watch or listen your way.

As we approach episode 100, we stay grounded in the minimalist promise: teach less, impact more. If you value practical strategies, thoughtful guests, and honest conversations about what works, you’ll feel at home here. Follow along, share with a colleague, and leave a quick review to help others find the show. What should we simplify next?


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