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Nov. 15, 2024

Building Bridges: School Boards, Communities, and Administrators Unite

Episode #113 is up! Check it out!!! Special Guest Ja'Quez D. Taylor, North Carolina’s Youngest School Board Chair, joins Dr. Woods to discuss how effective collaboration among these key stakeholders can drive student success and strengthen school...

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Nov. 1, 2024

Anchor Chat #11: Effective Co-Teaching Models

Anchor Chat #11: Effective Co-Teaching Models In this episode of Anchor Chats, Dr. Woods reflects on Effective Co-Teaching Models, sharing insights from his own teaching experiences. He emphasizes the importance of understanding various co-teaching...

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Oct. 18, 2024

Media Literacy in the Classroom

Episode #112 is up! Check it out!!! Media Literacy in the Classroom Special Guest Bill Selak, Director of Technology and NAMLE Board Member, joins Dr. Woods to discuss the importance of media literacy in the classroom. In this episode, they …

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Oct. 4, 2024

Anchor Chat #10: Data Driven Instruction

Anchor Chat #10: Data Driven Instruction In this episode of Anchor Chats, Dr. Woods discusses the importance of leveraging data to guide instructional decisions, track student progress, and refine teaching strategies for greater effectiveness. Dr....

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Sept. 20, 2024

The Leader’s Algorithm

Episode #111 is up! Check it out!!! The Leader’s Algorithm Special Guest Pablo Muñoz, Managing Director of Muñoz & Company and former school superintendent, joins Dr. Woods to discuss his leadership journey, his book “The Leader’s Algorithm”,...

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Sept. 6, 2024

Anchor Chat #9: Time Management

Anchor Chat #9: Time Management In this episode of Anchor Chats, Dr. Woods breaks down the essential skills and strategies for effective time management in education. From prioritizing tasks to maintaining work-life balance, Dr. Woods provides...

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Aug. 23, 2024

The Language of Behavior

Episode #110 is up! Check it out!!! Special Guest Joshua Stamper, Director of Innovation for the Teach Better Team, author of Aspire to Lead, podcaster, leadership coach, joins Dr. Woods to discuss his book “Aspire to Lead: With Empathy, Creativity,...

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Aug. 9, 2024

Anchor Chat #8: Understanding Curriculum

Anchor Chat #8: Understanding Curriculum In this episode of Anchor Chats, Dr. Woods delves into understanding curriculum and its impact on student success. Learn how to navigate and implement curriculum effectively to ensure alignment with...

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July 26, 2024

Classroom Relationships

Episode #109 is up! Check it out!!! Special Guests Steve Bollar, Educational Thought Leader and former Superintendent, and Tina Dietrich, Education Speaker and Author, join Dr. Woods to share strategies on building relationships with students in the...

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July 12, 2024

Anchor Chat #7: Understanding Standards

Anchor Chat #7: Understanding Standards In this episode of Anchor Chats, Dr. Woods discusses how understanding and implementing standards can elevate the teaching and learning experience, and provides insights and strategies for educators to align...

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June 28, 2024

Building Molecular Literacy

Episode #108 is up! Check it out!!! Special Guest Dr. Colleen Kelley, Creator and Founder of Kids’ Chemical Solutions, joins Dr. Woods to discuss molecular literacy and how it is an essential component for a variety of career fields for …

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June 14, 2024

Anchor Chat #6: Dressing for Success

Anchor Chat #6: Dressing for Success In this episode of Anchor Chats, Dr. Woods explores the concept of "Dressing for Success" and its impact on both educators and students.

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May 31, 2024

Mindfulness Awareness for Educators

Episode #107 is up! Check it out!!! Special Guest Danielle Nuhfer, instructional coach, author of The Path of the Mindful Teacher and founder of Teaching Well joins Dr. Woods to share her 3 simple steps for bringing mindfulness awareness into …

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May 17, 2024

Anchor Chat #5: Decoding Learning Styles

Anchor Chat #5: Decoding Learning Styles In this episode of Anchor Chats, Dr. Woods discusses the importance of acknowledging the different learning styles in your classroom and being aware of how they impact student learning.

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May 3, 2024

Bilingual Education in the K12 space

Episode #106 is up! Check it out!!! Special Guest Sofia Gonzalez, Nationally Recognized Educator of the Year & Nonprofit Leader of Project 214, joins Matt to discuss the importance of addressing, honoring, and supporting our English language...

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April 19, 2024

Anchor Chat #4: Digital Citizenship

Anchor Chat #4: Digital Citizenship In this episode of Anchor Chats, Dr. Woods discusses digital citizenship and the need for educators to think about the way they incorporate it in their daily instruction.

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April 5, 2024

Is Data Everything?

Episode #105 is up! Check it out!!! Join Dr. Woods as he engages with special guest, Mr. Dion Jones, national award-winning educator and 2022 Milken Award Recipient. Mr. Jones shares the ways in which he leverages various methodologies to analyze...

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March 22, 2024

Anchor Chat #3: Sustaining Relationships

Anchor Chat #2: Building Bridges In this episode of Anchor Chats, Dr. Woods encourages listeners to reflect on the importance of building relationships with all stakeholders.

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March 8, 2024

The Seesaw Effect of Leadership

Episode #104 is up! Check it out!!! Special Guest Dr. Renee Meeks, Principal of Sea Isle Elementary School and 2023-2024 Tennessee Principal of the Year Finalist, joins Matt to discuss her book, and the power of reflection and pause. Connect …

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Feb. 23, 2024

Anchor Chat #2: Building Bridges

Anchor Chat #2: Building Bridges In this episode of Anchor Chats, Dr. Woods encourages listeners to reflect on the importance of building relationships with all stakeholders.

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Feb. 9, 2024

Win The Morning!

Episode #103 is up! Check it out!!! Join Dr. Woods as he sits down with Mr. Ryan Stein, Principal at Greenwood Elementary School, who shares his inspiring philosophy of "Win the Morning" and some of his strategies cultivating a positive …

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Jan. 26, 2024

Anchor Chat #1: Where I Wanna Be

Anchor Chat #1: Where I Wanna Be In the inaugural episode of Anchor Chats, Dr. Woods engages in a reflective dialogue, encouraging educators to be honest with themselves about internal biases, likes and dislikes, and the places where they truly …

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Jan. 12, 2024

When Calling Parents Isn't Your Calling

Episode #102 is up! Check it out!!! Special Guest Crystal Frommert, Deputy Head of Secondary at Awty International School, joins Matt to discuss her book, When Calling Parents Isn't Your Calling, and effective ways to partner with families for...

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Dec. 29, 2023

Women and Minority Leaders in Education

Episode #101 is up! Check it out!!! Special Guest Dr. Montserrat Fuentes, President of St. Edward’s University, joins Matt on the show to discuss ways to support and cultivate minority leadership and representation. Connect with Dr. Fuentes via...

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