Presented by the Robertson Center-- a gathering place for believers in the power of public education -- Extraordinary will bring forth a series of conversations on the present and future of schools. Together with some of the boldest, most influential leaders working at the intersection of education and equity, we’ll explore topics like the relationship between schools and politics, the power of student and educator voice, the value of engaging and diverse curriculum, and the importance of mental health in schools. New episodes release every other Monday. To learn more about the Robertson Center visit https://www.successacademies.org/robertsoncenter/.
Ask yourself, what do I touch that is not engineered? Engineering is all around us, so it’s often taken for granted. In this bonus episode listen to Leader of 3-12 Science Content Design, Joey Powell discuss what Engineering Design is, and how you and your scholars are also engineers!
20 Jan 2022
The Lab Table: Inquiry Instruction
Grab a seat at The Lab Table, a podcast for Success Academy educators to hear directly from content designers about the purpose of our new science curriculum and deepen their intellectual preparation. We’re thrilled to share this bonus episode about inquiry instruction.
Have questions or want to learn more? Reach out to the Robertson Center https://robertsoncenter.successacademies.org/
26 Oct 2021
The Lab Table: Anchoring Phenomena
Hear Success Academy science leaders discuss the importance and implementation of Anchoring Phenomena in the SA middle school science program. Hosted by Claire Bartkus, Leader of Development Production, featuring Joey Powell, Leader of Grades 3-12 Science Content Design
31 Aug 2020
Mindfulness Meditation in Schools
Jenny Bevill, Founder of Happy Heart Teachers, discusses the benefits of mindfulness meditation and how it can impact both teacher and student outcomes.
Extraordinary is produced by Samantha Williams and her team at the Robertson Center, with production by Stephen LaRosa and Joseph Fridman of Wonder Boy Audio. Hosting and editing by Joseph Fridman. Original composition and mixing by Stephen LaRosa.
26 May 2020
Spotting & Supporting Kids In Crisis: Part II
Jacob Ham, Associate Professor of The Center for Child Trauma and Resilience at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai joins a panel of experts to discuss ways to support children in crisis and how to help them cope with trauma. Panelists include Peter Brown, Associate Director of Crisis Support and Prevention at Success Academy, Stephen Powell, Chief Program and Partnerships Officer at National Cares Mentoring Movement and Bonnie Loughner, Assistant Vice President of the School and Community Impact Program at the New York Foundling.
Extraordinary is produced by Samantha Williams and her team at the Robertson Center, with production by Stephen LaRosa and Joseph Fridman of Wonder Boy Audio. Hosting and editing by Joseph Fridman. Original composition and mixing by Stephen LaRosa.
7 May 2020
Spotting & Supporting Kids in Crisis
Jacob Ham, Associate Professor of The Center for Child Trauma and Resilience at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai sat down with Peter Brown, Associate Director of Crisis Support and Prevention at Success Academy, to discuss how to support children who’ve experienced trauma and how to help them heal.
Extraordinary is produced by Samantha Williams and her team at the Robertson Center, with production by Stephen LaRosa and Joseph Fridman of Wonder Boy Audio. Hosting and editing by Joseph Fridman. Original composition and mixing by Stephen LaRosa.
20 Apr 2020
The Equity Effect
Mario Shaw, Co-Founder and Chief Impact Officer of Profound Gentlemen, sat down with Sharif El-Mekki, CEO of The Center for Black Educator Development, to discuss the importance of teacher diversity and creating equitable spaces for educators of color. Extraordinary is produced by Samantha Williams and her team at the Robertson Center, with production by Stephen LaRosa and Joseph Fridman of Wonder Boy Audio. Hosting and editing by Joseph Fridman. Original composition and mixing by Stephen LaRosa.
2 Apr 2020
The Power of Poetry
World renowned poet Joshua Bennett joins Elisa New, creator of Poetry in America, and Eva Moskowitz, Founder and CEO of Success Academy Charter Schools, to discuss the role of poetry in schools and the crucial impact it can have on student outcomes.
9 Mar 2020
An Author's Dream
Celebrated children’s author Derrick Barnes shares the story of his journey to becoming a writer and how his teachers empowered him.
16 Feb 2020
Teach the Babies
David Johns, Executive Director of the National Black Justice Coalition (NBJC), discusses the state of the education system, what he learned as a kindergarten teacher, and calls on educators to help make the change.
4 Feb 2020
The Power of Books with Dhonielle Clayton and Tiffany James
Acclaimed YA author Dhonielle Clayton and Tiffany James of the New York Public Library discuss the importance of diverse, engaging, high-quality books.
31 Jan 2020
Introducing Extraordinary
Welcome to Extraordinary, a podcast from the Robertson Center at Success Academy in New York City. Built for educators, by educators, the Robertson Center brings together believers in the power of public education to deliver on its promise.
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