#SameHere Schools

About #SameHere Schools

The Be Podcast Network has partnered with Belouga and the #SameHere Global Mental Health Movement for the fourth annual #SameHere Schools Month in May 2023. Here’s what you can expect this month: 12+ episodes featuring educators, authors, mental health professionals, and other leading experts and influencers. Content focused on the mission to highlight quality mental health resources, engage in conversations that help us create mutual understanding, and connect across the planet. Best practices for mental health, overall wellness, and positive culture change in school communities. Subscribe here to receive all the episodes and follow us on Twitter to engage in the conversation: @BePodcastNet @belouga_ @SameHere_Global #SameHere Visit https://bepodcast.network to learn about our 20+ series covering education at all levels, and to subscribe to our email digest.

Publisher

Belouga & Be Podcast Network

Category

education · health & fitness

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

1 May 2023

Latest episode

15 Jul 2025

Latest episodes

19 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   15 Jul 2025

   Transformative Principal: Literacy in Mental Health and Reading with Barb Solish and Dr. Erin Bailey

   In this episode, originally published on Transformative Principal, Jethro Jones introduces a special conversation between Dr. Erin Bailey, Vice President of Literacy Programs and Research at Reading is Fundamental, and Barb Solish, the NAMI National Director of Innovation. They discuss the partnership between Reading is Fundamental (RIF) and the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), supported by Macy's, to provide books and mental health resources to children nationwide. The conversation dives into the youth mental health crisis, the literacy crisis, and how these two organizations are working together to support children's mental and emotional well-being through literacy and other resources. NAMI and RIF joining together with the support of Macy’s (https://www.macys.com/s/purpose/) Being next to someone is powerful Name it to tame it. Identifying emotions for kids is powerful Literacy for skills in both areas. The power of a mother reading aloud to her children. NICU mothers reading aloud to kids every day lowered rates of post-partum depression and stress. Routine and trust are built together. Early intervention The Presence and the connection is what really matters. Listen to more from Transformative Principal: https://transformativeprincipal.org We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more: Simplify and streamline technology Save teachers’ time Reliably meet Tier 1 standards Improve student performance on state assessments 🚀 Ready to see why leading districts trust IXL for their educational needs? Visit IXL.com/BE (http://ixl.com/BE) today to learn more about how IXL can elevate your school or district.

2. 

   27 Jan 2025

   The Authority: A Guide to Psychological Safety with Ricky Robertson

   Today we're bringing you a recent episode recorded on The Authority Podcast. Ross Romano speaks with educator, author, and consultant Ricky Robertson, who works with schools, school districts, education service districts, and state departments of education across the country to develop systems of support that foster achievement, well-being, and resilience among staff and students. Much of Ricky's recent work focuses on creating workplace conditions that allow educators to thrive, including his new book The Other Teachers: A Guide to Psychological Safety Among Educators. Hear about: Defining psychological safety Its relevance to schools and what inspired Ricky to write a book about it Factors that create psychologically unsafe schools Workplace bullying, cliques, fear-based leadership, and collective burnout Who can take charge of identifying the challenges? Guidelines or protocols for having productive discussions that respect psychological safety How a psychologically safe work environment for educators benefits students Find The Other Teachers from Corwin (https://us.corwin.com/books/other-teacher-281062) or wherever you get your books. About today’s guest Ricky Robertson is an educator, author, and consultant. He has had the privilege to work with students from pre-K to 12th grade who have persevered in the face of adversity and trauma. Ricky is the co-author, along with Victoria Romero and Amber Warner, of the Corwin bestselling book, Building Resilience in Students Impacted by Adverse Childhood Experiences: A Whole Staff Approach. The model that he and his co-authors developed in their book was included in the Roadmap for Resilience: The California Surgeon General’s Report on Adverse Childhood Experiences, Toxic Stress, & Health as an example of best practices for schools to support children and families impacted by toxic stress and trauma. Connect with him @Teach4Trust (https://x.com/Teach4Trust) and https://teachfortrust.com (https://teachfortrust.com/). About the host Ross Romano is a co-founder of the Be Podcast Network and CEO of September Strategies (https://septemberstrat.com/), a coaching and consulting firm that helps organizations and high-performing leaders in the K-12 education industry communicate their vision and make strategic decisions that lead to long-term success. Connect on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/rossromano) or Bluesky (https://bsky.app/profile/rossromano.bsky.social). We’re thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL’s comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more: Simplify and streamline technology Save teachers’ time Reliably meet Tier 1 standards Improve student performance on state assessments 🚀 Ready to see why leading districts trust IXL for their educational needs? Visit IXL.com/BE (http://ixl.com/BE) today to learn more about how IXL can elevate your school or district.

3. 

   20 Jan 2025

   The Authority: Empowering Struggling Students Through Guided Conversations with Hayley Watson

   Today we're happy to bring you an episode originally recorded for The Authority Podcast (https://authoritypodcast.net/). Host Ross Romano speaks with Dr. Hayley Watson, a Clinical Psychologist who holds a PhD in school bullying interventions, along with four further degrees in the field of mental health. She has been creating and delivering programs for youth and practitioners across the US, Canada, the UK, and Australia for the past 20 years. Hayley is the founder and CEO of Open Parachute, a Tier 1 K-12 curriculum program that supports the mental health of students, teachers, and parents. She is author of the book Finding the Words: Empowering Struggling Students Through Guided Conversations. The episode covers: Hayley’s perspective on the job of an educator Biggest mental health factors to be aware of with students Internal hurdles for educators to overcome Why should teachers be dealing with the mental health of students, when they are not experts in this area? Why should mental health be discussed in schools? Doesn't it take away time from core teaching subjects? Protecting the mental health of teachers Learn more at the website https://openparachuteschools.com/ (https://openparachuteschools.com/) or connect with Hayley (https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-hayley-watson-2b249a16/) on LinkedIn. About the host Ross Romano is a co-founder of the Be Podcast Network and CEO of September Strategies (https://septemberstrat.com/), a coaching and consulting firm that helps organizations and high-performing leaders in the K-12 education industry communicate their vision and make strategic decisions that lead to long-term success. Connect on Twitter @RossBRomano (https://twitter.com/RossBRomano)or LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/rossromano) Ross also hosts Sideline Sessions, a podcast for coaches and parents of student-athletes. The show features conversations with coaches and performance experts in the NFL, NBA, NCAA, Olympics, and more. Listen here: https://bit.ly/3Rp0QGt (https://bit.ly/3Rp0QGt)

4. 

   25 Jul 2024

   Make It Mindful: Innovation, Identity, and Adolescent Psychology with Dr. Adriana Galván

   Today we're pleased to bring you an episode of Make It Mindful, one of the newest shows on the Be Podcast Network. Make It Mindful peels back the layers on today's educational challenges with mindfulness and compassion. Listen to more episodes and subscribe here: https://makeitmindful.transistor.fm Dr. Adriana Galván is the Dean of Undergraduate Affairs at UCLA and the former head of an adolescent psychology research lab. Through a lens of mindfulness, hosts Seth and Lauren join Dr. Galván in exploring lván the persistence of outdated teaching methods, the innovative potential of Galván's leadership role, and her remarkable journey as a female POC to a major position of influence. Woven throughout are her insights about adolescent psychology - especially on peer influence and risk taking - which offer a fresh perspective for educators. Guest links: 1. Dr. Galván's Wikipedia Bio (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Adriana_Galv%C3%A1n) 2. Dr. Galván's First TED Talk (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LWUkW4s3XxY) and Second TED Talk (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G99wxwK-mG8) on the adolescent brain Co-Host Links: Seth Fleischauer Founder and President of Banyan Global Learning LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/seth-fleischauer/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/seth-fleischauer/) Website: https://banyangloballearning.com/ (https://banyangloballearning.com/) Lauren Pinto Cofounder of Ambitious Ed, Educational Technology Specialist Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauren-s-pinto/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauren-s-pinto/) Website: https://www.ambitioused.com/ (https://www.ambitioused.com/) Komal Shah Speaker, Author, & Entrepreneur LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/consultkomal (https://linkedin.com/in/consultkomal) Website: https://thekomalshah.com (https://thekomalshah.com/) Book: https://www.amazon.com/Raise-Your-Hand-Consciousness-Education-ebook/dp/B09FNT6B45/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr= (https://www.amazon.com/Raise-Your-Hand-Consciousness-Education-ebook/dp/B09FNT6B45/ref=tmm_kin_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr=)

5. 

   18 Jul 2024

   Make It Mindful: Filling the Mental Health Support Gap in Schools with Alongside, An AI-Empowered App (with Scott Freschet and Brenda Peña)

   Today we're pleased to bring you an episode of Make It Mindful, a podcast that peels back the layers on today's educational challenges with mindfulness and compassion. Subscribe to Make It Mindful here: https://makeitmindful.transistor.fm Brenda, as Director of Social Work at Chelsea Public Schools in Massachusetts, shares how Alongside has made mental health resources accessible to students who might shy away from traditional counseling due to stigma or discomfort. This episode explores how Alongside not only supplements existing mental health services by filling gaps but also empowers students by providing immediate, judgment-free support in a format they are comfortable with. The conversation also touches on the broader implications of AI in education, discussing the potential risks and rewards of relying on technology for emotional support. Scott emphasizes the app's design, which encourages real-world application of coping strategies, ensuring that AI is a gateway to human interaction rather than a replacement. This episode offers a critical look at how technology is reshaping the approach to student wellness and educational support. Guest Links: Alongside.care (https://alongside.care/) Co-Host Links: Seth Fleischauer Founder and President of Banyan Global Learning LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/seth-fleischauer/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/seth-fleischauer/) Website: https://banyangloballearning.com/ (https://banyangloballearning.com/) Lauren Pinto Cofounder of Ambitious Ed, Educational Technology Specialist Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauren-s-pinto/ (https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauren-s-pinto/)Website: https://www.ambitioused.com/ (https://www.ambitioused.com/)

6. 

   9 Jan 2024

   Sideline Sessions: Samantha Arsenault Livingstone — Olympic Gold Medalist, Swim Coach, High-Performance Consultant, and Mental Health Advocate on Her Journey from World-Class Athlete to Whole Athlete Coach

   We’re thrilled to introduce Sideline Sessions (https://sidelinesessions.transistor.fm/), a new original series on the Be Podcast Network. Designed for coaches, parents and other stakeholders in the world of youth, scholastic, and amateur sports, this show brings you interviews with leaders at the highest levels of their respective sports. Hear about their motivations, philosophies, and strategies for success, and take away actionable insights to support the athletes in your life. The guest for this episode is Samantha Arsenault Livingstone, an Olympic gold medalist swimmer, high-performance consultant, speaker and mental health activist. Samantha is an active supporter of the #SameHere Global movement. If you’d like to subscribe to Sideline Sessions, use this link to find it on your preferred platform: https://sidelinesessions.transistor.fm/subscribe (https://sidelinesessions.transistor.fm/subscribe) This episode features a discussion of Samantha’s positive and negative experiences with coaching beginning at a young age — including how it contributed to her complicated feelings toward the sport for many years after earning Olympic gold — as well as mental fitness for coaches and athletes, and much more: When Samantha got interested in coaching Her personal definition of what it means to be a coach The challenges of coaching a sport at which she was a world-class athlete The WHOLE Athlete Initiative and what motivated her to start it The pillars of the Initiative and what they’re built around Vulnerability in coaching Subscribe to Sideline Sessions to hear the rest of our fall-winter season. We’ll continue to bring you insights from diverse coaches across the sporting landscape. Subscribe here: https://sidelinesessions.transistor.fm/subscribe (https://sidelinesessions.transistor.fm/subscribe) About today’s guest Samantha Arsenault Livingstone is an Olympic gold medalist, high-performance consultant, speaker and mental health activist. At home in the classroom, Samantha spent six years teaching high school science and coaching swimming. After a near-death experience with her then 12-month-old daughter, Samantha knew it was time to pay forward all she'd learned about achievement, emotional agility, rising through hard things and finding fulfillment in the striving. In 2016, Samantha founded Livingstone High Performance and the Whole Athlete Initiative (the WAI) in response to the mental health crisis impacting young people across the globe. LHP provides pillars of support to organizations, teams, and individuals to elevate mental health and improve performance - disrupting the old-school model of mental toughness as the path to high achievement. Samantha holds a master's in education and is a certified instructor of Mental Health First Aid and facilitator of Mindful Sports Performance Enhancement. She resides in Berkshire County, Massachusetts with her husband and four daughters. About the host Ross Romano is co-founder of the Be Podcast Network and also hosts The Authority Podcast. He began his career in the pro sports industry before becoming a leading communications, marketing, and management expert working with education companies. He is founder and CEO of September Strategies (https://septemberstrat.com/), a coaching and consulting firm that helps organizations and high-performing leaders in the K-12 education industry communicate their vision and make strategic decisions that lead to long-term success. He also works directly with professionals at all levels, in all industries, coaching them in their pursuit of success. Connect on Twitter @RossBRomano (https://twitter.com/RossBRomano)or LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/rossromano/). Listen to The Authority: https://authoritypodcast.net (https://authoritypodcast.net).

7. 

   21 Jun 2023

   External Influences on Our Mental Health with Eric Kussin, Kristina MacBury, Karen Dudek-Brannan, Tammy Musiowsky-Borneman, and Eric Blankenship

   What surrounding influences impact our mental health on a daily basis? The panelists highlight these influences, how they affect us, and more. Speakers: Eric Kussin (@SameHere_Global (https://twitter.com/SameHere_Global)) Eric is a 20-year pro sports executive who was fortunate enough to find a higher calling after an intense mental health battle. He launched a global alliance of athletes and celebrities, along with expert practitioners: We’re All A Little “Crazy,” and the #SameHere Global Mental Health Movement. Kristina MacBury (@MacburyKristina (https://twitter.com/MacburyKristina)) Kristina is is a Nationally recognized Principal as one of the 2018 NASSP’s - Digital Principal of the Year and in 2017 was named a Top 30 Technologist, Transformer and Trailblazer at the Center for Digital Education. She is CEO of Educate4Hope. Karen Dudek-Brannan (@drkaren2014 (https://twitter.com/drkaren2014)) Karen is a Professional Development and Product Specialist, speech-language pathologist (SLP), and founder/CEO of Dr. Karen, LLC. She is also host of the podcast De Facto Leaders, in which she shares evidence-based practices, her own experience, and guest interviews designed to help pediatric therapists, educators, and aspiring school leaders design services that support social, emotional, and academic growth and set kids up for success in adulthood. Subscribe here: https://drkarendudekbrannan.com/blog (https://drkarendudekbrannan.com/blog) Tammy Musiowsky-Borneman (@PlanZPLS (https://twitter.com/PlanZPLS)) Tammy is founder of Plan Z Professional Learning Services and co-author of The Minimalist Teacher (ASCD). Eric Blankenship (@mistabscience (https://twitter.com/mistabscience)) Eric is a passionate educator and Principal of Stephens Elementary School in Burlington, KY. Make sure to subscribe to this series to hear all the panel discussions focused on mental health awareness. Visit https://bepodcast.network (https://bepodcast.network) to learn about 20+ shows covering education and learning at all levels. Visit https://belouga.org (https://belouga.org) to learn more about Belouga.

8. 

   15 Jun 2023

   Reduce student anxiety with frontloading - Karen Dudek-Brannan - Morning Motivation for Educators

   Thank you for participating in #SameHere Schools Month and engaging with conversations centered around mental health awareness and support in education. Today, we're bringing you a bonus episode from Morning Motivation for Educators, a daily podcast here on the Be Podcast Network. This message is shared by Karen Dudek-Brannan, a Professional Development and Product Specialist, speech-language pathologist (SLP), and founder/CEO of Dr. Karen, LLC, a company focused on empowering therapists and educators to design interventions that support language, literacy, and executive functioning. Karen is also host of the podcast De Facto Leaders, in which she shares evidence-based practices, her own experience, and guest interviews designed to help pediatric therapists, educators, and aspiring school leaders design services that support social, emotional, and academic growth and set kids up for success in adulthood. Subscribe to Morning Motivation for Educators: https://morningmotivationedu.com Contribute your voice to an upcoming episode: https://morningmotivationedu.com/contribute Subscribe to De Facto Leaders: https://drkarendudekbrannan.com/blog Learn more about the Be Podcast Network: https://bepodcast.network Learn more about Belouga: https://belouga.org

9. 

   13 Jun 2023

   Reigniting a Passion for Education with Erik Youngman, PJ Caposey, Rachel Tomlinson, Jeannie Armstrong, Derek Fialkiewicz, and Evin Schwartz

   With exhaustion, burnout, and mental health challenges further exacerbated by the pandemic, how do we reignite the passion for education? Panelists from around the world offer their insights. Speakers: Evin Schwartz (@EvinSchwartz (https://twitter.com/EvinSchwartz)) Evin is founder and CEO of Belouga. Learn more at https://belouga.org (https://belouga.org). Erik Youngman (@Erik_Youngman (https://twitter.com/Erik_Youngman)) Dr. Erik Youngman is the Assistant Superintendent for Teaching and Learning for Libertyville District 70 in Libertyville, Illinois. He is passionate about topics such as homework, growth mindset, grading, and leadership. PJ Caposey (@MCUSDSupe (https://twitter.com/MCUSDSupe)) PJ Caposey is Superintendent of Meridian CUSD 223 in Illinois. He is a dynamic speaker and a transformational leader and educator who began his career as an award-winning teacher in the inner-city of Chicago and has subsequently led significant change in every administrative post he has held. Rachel Tomlinson (@BarrowfordHead (https://twitter.com/BarrowfordHead)) Rachel is head teacher at Barrowford School, an Ashoka Changemaker School in Barrowford, Lancashire, UK. Jeannie Armstrong (@JeannieArmstr20 (https://twitter.com/JeannieArmstr20)) Jeannie is Superintendent of Learning: Special Education Services, Faith & Equity for a Catholic school board in Ontario, Canada. Derek Fialkiewicz (@derwood73 (https://twitter.com/derwood73)) Dr. Derek Fialkiewicz is Superintendent of the Corbett School District in Oregon and was a 2017 NASSP finalist for Assistant Principal of the Year. Make sure to subscribe to this series to hear more panel discussions focused on mental health awareness. Visit https://bepodcast.network (https://bepodcast.network) to learn about 20+ shows covering education and learning at all levels. Visit https://belouga.org (https://belouga.org) to learn more about Belouga.

10. 

    6 Jun 2023

    Adapting Learning Styles for Gen-Z and Gen-Alpha with Noa Daniel, Ronald Nober, and Eric Tao

    In this session, you’ll hear perspectives from the classroom and the edtech world on making learning engaging and effective for today’s learners. What do students’ lives look like, what do they expect, and what do they want in their learning? Speakers: Noa Daniel (@iamnoadaniel (https://twitter.com/iamnoadaniel)) Noa is a classroom teacher in the York Region District School Board outside Toronto, Canada. Through her consulting work at Building Outside the Blocks, she creates personalizing projects and initiatives for schools, boards, and communities. Noa is the Co-Founder and Executive Director of The Mentoree. Learn more: https://buildingoutsidetheblocks.com (https://buildingoutsidetheblocks.com) Ronald Nober (@nober_techclass (https://twitter.com/nober_techclass)) Ron Nober, is a technology teacher for grades 3-8 in New Jersey. He has been teaching since 2011 and teaching technology since September 2015. He also co-hosts the Teachernerdz podcast. Learn more: https://www.teachernerdz.com (https://www.teachernerdz.com) Eric Tao (@Eric_Tao (https://twitter.com/Eric_Tao)) Eric is CEO of MegaMinds, a gamified social learning platform for superior teaching and learning experiences. He previously worked in a variety of roles at well-known companies including McCann Erickson, Hulu, and Google. Learn more: https://gomegaminds.com (https://gomegaminds.com) Make sure to subscribe to this series to hear more panel discussions focused on mental health awareness. Visit https://bepodcast.network (https://bepodcast.network) to learn about 20+ shows covering education and learning at all levels. Visit https://belouga.org (https://belouga.org) to learn more about Belouga.

11. 

    1 Jun 2023

    The Positives and Negatives of Technology on Our Mental Health with Ross Romano, Marialice B.F.X. Curran, Eugenia Tamez, and Christine Ravesi-Weinstein

    This session discusses the creation of a clear line between physical and digital lives, and also looks at the effects of technologies beyond social media and other online platforms. The discussion includes: How the acceleration of new technology creates more pressure on individuals Technology connects us globally but can also make us feel isolated What we want to encourage with technology use and the unintended outcomes to avoid The mental strain created by artificial intelligence (AI) technologies Recommended parameters around technology use Speakers: Ross Romano (@RossBRomano (https://twitter.com/RossBRomano)) Ross Romano is a co-founder of the Be Podcast Network (https://bepodcast.network/) and CEO of September Strategies (https://septemberstrat.com/), a coaching and consulting firm that helps organizations and high-performing leaders in the K-12 education industry and beyond clarify their vision and make strategic decisions that lead to long-term success. Connect on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/rossromano/). Marialice B.F.X. Curran (@mbfxc (https://twitter.com/mbfxc)) Internationally recognized as a digital citizenship expert, Dr. Marialice B.F.X. Curran is an author, consultant, and speaker who is the global connector behind the Digital Citizenship Institute (https://www.digcitinstitute.com/). Committed to Human-Centered Design, Dr. Curran leads by hand, heart, and mind as she models how to make a positive impact in local, global, and digital communities. Eugenia Tamez (@etamez (https://twitter.com/etamez)) A digital citizenship pioneer in Spanish speaking communities, Eugenia co-founded Eduktech to start conversations about educational technology along with digital citizenship throughout educational communities in Mexico. Now part of the Digital Citizenship Institute to amplify and make a positive impact along Latin American countries, connecting students across America. Christine Ravesi-Weinstein (@RavesiWeinstein (https://twitter.com/RavesiWeinstein)) Christine Ravesi-Weinstein currently serves as a high school Assistant Principal in Massachusetts and previously worked as a HS science department chair for four years and classroom teacher for 15. Diagnosed with anxiety and depression at 23, Christine began her journey towards mental wellness. She began a non-profit organization in June of 2017 aimed at removing the stigma of mental illness and promoting physical activity as a means to cope with anxiety. Learn more: https://www.ravesiweinstein.com/ (https://www.ravesiweinstein.com/) Make sure to subscribe to this series to hear more panel discussions focused on mental health awareness. Visit https://bepodcast.network (https://bepodcast.network) to learn about 20+ shows covering education and learning at all levels. Visit https://belouga.org (https://belouga.org) to learn more about Belouga.

12. 

    23 May 2023

    The Dark Doesn't Last — Morning Motivation for Educators

    Thank you for participating in #SameHere Schools Month and engaging with conversations centered around mental health awareness and support in education. Today, we're bringing you a bonus episode from Morning Motivation for Educators, a daily podcast here on the Be Podcast Network. This message is shared by Joey Mascio, an educator, teen coach, speaker, and host of Secrets for an Awesome Life (https://www.joeymascio.com/podcast). Subscribe to Morning Motivation for Educators: https://morningmotivationedu.com Contribute your voice to an upcoming episode: https://morningmotivationedu.com/contribute Learn more about the Be Podcast Network: https://bepodcast.network Learn more about Belouga: https://belouga.org

13. 

    20 May 2023

    Why Community is the Foundation of Learning with Ross Romano, Rola Tibshirani, Marisa Jackson, Tracy Mergler, and Elizabeth McDonald

    This session looks at the multiple definitions of community and its importance in establishing the right conditions for learning. The discussion includes: The elements of a supportive community The upside of accountability Building a professional network that supports wellness and growth What it means to receive permission to teach The relationship between community in professional learning and classroom learning How engagement with diverse perspectives and experiences supports learning and mental wellness Speakers: Ross Romano (@RossBRomano (https://twitter.com/RossBRomano)) Ross Romano is a co-founder of the Be Podcast Network (https://bepodcast.network/) and CEO of September Strategies (https://septemberstrat.com/), a coaching and consulting firm that helps organizations and high-performing leaders in the K-12 education industry and beyond clarify their vision and make strategic decisions that lead to long-term success. Connect on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/rossromano/). Rola Tibshirani (@rolat (https://twitter.com/rolat)) Rola is Vice Principal of St. Benedict School in Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. Read her blog at https://learningprogression.blogspot.com/ (https://learningprogression.blogspot.com/) Tracy Mergler (@TracyMergler (https://twitter.com/TracyMergler)) Tracy is a special education teacher and founder of Safe Space Organization, a non-clinical, community safe space that strives to change the conversation around mental health by educating, connecting and supporting others through a peer-to-peer network. Learn more: https://www.safespacecny.com/ (https://www.safespacecny.com/) Marisa Jackson (@MarisaLVJackson (https://twitter.com/MarisaLVJackson)) Marisa is Principal of Woodbridge Elementary School in Rhode Island. She is passionate about all things SEL. Elizabeth McDonald (@MrsEM_McDonald (https://twitter.com/MrsEM_McDonald)) Elizabeth is a middle school principal who will soon transition to the role of Assistant Superintendent for Instruction. Make sure to subscribe to this series to hear more panel discussions focused on mental health awareness. Visit https://bepodcast.network (https://bepodcast.network) to learn about 20+ shows covering education and learning at all levels. Visit https://belouga.org (https://belouga.org) to learn more about Belouga.

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    18 May 2023

    The Power of a PLN with Ilene Winokur, Rachelle Dené Poth, and Livia Chan

    In this session, educators explore the impact of a professional learning network (PLN) or professional learning community (PLC) on health, well-being, and professional practice. Ilene Winokur (@IleneWinokur (https://twitter.com/IleneWinokur)) Dr. Winokur is a coach, PD specialist, and author of Journey to Belonging. She’s also host of the podcast, Journeys to Belonging. Visit her website: https://www.ilenewinokur.com/ (https://www.ilenewinokur.com/) Rachelle Dené Poth (@Rdene915 (https://twitter.com/Rdene915)) Rachelle is a Spanish and STEAM: Emerging Technology teacher at Riverview High School in Oakmont, PA. Rachelle is also an edtech consultant, presenter, attorney, and the author of seven books, her most recent Things I Wish [...] Knew includes stories from 50 educators. Follow Rachelle's blog at www.Rdene915.com (http://www.rdene915.com). Livia Chan (@LiviaChanL (https://twitter.com/LiviaChanL)) Livia Chan is a head teacher, writer, and presenter. She is a contributing author of Because of a Teacher who is deeply passionate about the gift of relationships, learning, and leading with heart. Livia believes in fostering the love and joy of learning where all learners are seen, valued, heard, appreciated, inspired, and empowered. Visit here website: https://livchan.com/ (https://livchan.com/) Make sure to subscribe to this series to hear more panel discussions focused on mental health awareness. Visit https://bepodcast.network (https://bepodcast.network) to learn about 20+ shows covering education and learning at all levels. Visit https://belouga.org (https://belouga.org) to learn more about Belouga.

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    18 May 2023

    Self-care cabaret for teachers, therapists, and school leaders with Dr. Theresa-Melito Conners - De Facto Leaders

    Welcome to #SameHere Schools Month, in which we're publishing a number of conversations designed to enhance mental health awareness in all areas of education. Today we're sharing an episode from the De Facto Leaders podcast, hosted by Dr. Karen Dudek-Brannan, a licensed SLP with a doctorate in special education, a special education director license, and an assistive technology graduate certificate. On her show, Dr. Karen and her guests help pediatric therapists and educators become better leaders, so they can make a bigger impact with their services. Learn more and subscribe on your preferred platform: https://bit.ly/3M4HCmR (https://bit.ly/3M4HCmR) In this episode: We’ve all sat through some boring professional development before; but there’s nothing boring about the training you’ll get from today's guest Dr. MC. Many people in “helping professions” like education and healthcare focus more on taking care of others instead of taking care of themselves; Dr. MC joins us to talk about how school leaders can make self-care a part of K-12 culture. But not just for the students; for the staff. Dr. Theresa Melito-Conners, Ph.D. (Dr. MC) is the founder of Dr. MC’s Self-Care Cabaret, a suite of theatre-inspired self-care and professional development services for helping professionals. In this conversation Dr. MC shares: ✅Common myths surrounding the “self-care” industry, and why it’s not just wine and bubble baths. ✅Why “not having time” for self-care is a myth, and how to keep yourself grounded even if you only have 5 minutes to spare. ✅How school leaders can make self-care a part of their building culture; for both the staff and leadership. Subscribe and learn more: For more content on mental health awareness, subscribe to this feed, #SameHere Schools For more from De Facto Leaders, subscribe here: https://bit.ly/3M4HCmR (https://bit.ly/3M4HCmR)

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    17 May 2023

    The Impact of Social Media on Mental Health with Stephen Jurgella, Jillian Dubois, Laurie Guyon, Dr. John Rosa and Dr. Toetta Taul

    Any of us who have spent time on social media understand the significant impact it has on attention, awareness, and wellbeing. In this discussion, panelists reflect on the positives and negatives regarding social media’s impact on mental health: Stephen Jurgella (@StephenJurgella (https://twitter.com/StephenJurgella)) Stephen is a small business growth professional with over 12 years of experience at his Houston-based firm, Fountain Forward. He is also an angel investor and advisor with numerous companies in the sports, gaming, healthcare, and hospitality industries, and Founder of the #SameHere C-Suite Alliance, part of the Global Mental Health Movement. Jillian Dubois (@JillDubois22 (https://twitter.com/JillDuBois22)) Jillian is a repurposed educator who is still passionate about collaborating and guiding. She’s a published author/illustrator, blogger, podcaster, and social introvert/digital extrovert. Laurie Guyon (@SMILELearning (https://twitter.com/SMILELearning)) Laurie is the Coordinator for Model Schools at WSWHE BOCES in Saratoga Springs, New York. She is the Capital Region Director and a trainer for NYSCATE. Laurie is an adjunct professor for SUNY Plattsburgh, where she teaches Digital Age Learning in the CAS SBL program.  She is the author of SMILE Learning: Leveraging the Power of Educational Technology. Dr. John Rosa (@HealthyTweeter (https://twitter.com/HealthyTweeter)) Dr. John Rosa owns and supervises Accessible Beltway Clinics, which is comprised of 17 clinics in Maryland and Virginia, combining medicine, chiropractic, physical therapy, acupuncture and behavioral medicine to give a comprehensive multidisciplinary approach to pain syndromes and musculoskeletal disorders. He is a speaker, author, White House and law enforcement consultant for the opioid crisis. Dr. Toetta Taul (@TaulToetta (https://twitter.com/TaulToetta)) Dr. Taul is Principal of Iroquois High School in Kentucky’s Jefferson County Public Schools. Make sure to subscribe to this series to hear more panel discussions focused on mental health awareness. Visit https://bepodcast.network (https://bepodcast.network) to learn about 20+ shows covering education and learning at all levels. Visit https://belouga.org (https://belouga.org) to learn more about Belouga.

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    16 May 2023

    Resilient Schools: #Samehere with Belouga CEO Evin Schwartz

    In this episode we discuss the #Samehere Schools Month and other things about taking care of ourselves. This Interview is from the Resilient Schools Podcast (https://resilientschools.com) on the BE Podcast Network (https://bepodcast.network). Evin Schwartz is the CEO and Founder of Belouga, a social learning platform making education impactful, accessible and equitable for the youth of the world through interactive digital content, aimed at providing a global perspective while aligning to everyday school subject areas and student interests. He has 17+ years of overseeing businesses focused on education, social impact and innovation within the Gen-Y and Gen-Z demographic. Evin has created and implemented educational programs and cross-cultural initiatives in all 50 states in the US at the K–12 and university levels, along with consultancy work on six continents. In 2019, he was recognized as one of the Meaningful Business 100, an award honoring global leaders who are introducing new ways of thinking and acting to address the world’s biggest challenges: climate change, pollution, hunger, poverty, education, and health. - #Samehere Schools - What comes next? - SEL has been a nice term, but mental health has been around forever. - How we keep mental health from being a flavor of the week - Looking at standards, nobody knows how to assess this. - It's not teacher's or principal's assignment, it's society's. - None of that stuff matters without mental health. - The power of connection - Programming side of this - how do we personalize this in communities - Everybody's experiencing completely different - Schools are over-resourced right now. - How are they aware of these programs? Making programs more accessible to others. - Belouga is a global organization that believes that people should learn about the world with the world! - Creating learning communities - Mentorship and connections - how to get that out to the masses. - Global networks and able to travel the world. - Our kids are consuming at a rapid pace. - social learning - how do you make it global and how do you make it - It's ok to disagree! - Innovation within education (i.e. what does the future hold for the industry) - The importance of mental health and wellness within the industry - Creating a thriving learning ecosystem through passion/interest driven learning - We're not doing any justice by thinking that learning happens within the four walls of a classroom. - Bring fun and excitement back to learning. - Equality, Impact, Access - belouga.org (https://belouga.org) - Learn about the world with the world, aligned to standards - 100% free to register.

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    8 May 2023

    5 in 5: How Mental Health Impacts Each and Every Person with Eric Kussin, Rachel Baribeau & Stacey Gonzales

    While the oft-cited statistic is that “1 in 5” people suffer from mental illness, the reality is conversations about mental health are relevant and important to everyone — 5 in 5 people. In this discussion, panelists share their personal experiences along with stories others have shared, in order to expand and normalize a productive mental health conversation. About the panelists: Eric Kussin (@SameHere_Global (https://twitter.com/SameHere_Global)) Eric is a 20-year pro sports executive who was fortunate enough to find a higher calling after an intense mental health battle. He launched a global alliance of athletes and celebrities, along with expert practitioners: We’re All A Little “Crazy,” and the #SameHere Global Mental Health Movement. Rachel Baribeau (@RachelBaribeau (https://twitter.com/RachelBaribeau)) Rachel Joy Baribeau is a former national sportscaster who travels the US speaking on mental health, joy, courage, and discovering purpose and passion. She’s the author of Relentless Joy and host of the Joystarters podcast. Learn about her work: https://www.imchangingthenarrative.org/ (https://www.imchangingthenarrative.org/) Stacey Gonzales (@staceypacer (https://twitter.com/staceypacer)) Stacey Gonzales, Ed.D. co-founded Soul Growth after a successful 20-year career leading some of the nation’s largest school districts. She is host of Build in Public Daily on the Be Podcast Network, a show that details her experiences building her new company in public, right before your eyes. Subscribe on Apple (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/build-in-public-daily/id1676381699) or Spotify. Make sure to subscribe to this series to hear more panel discussions focused on mental health awareness. Visit https://bepodcast.network (https://bepodcast.network) to learn about 20+ shows covering education and learning at all levels. Visit https://belouga.org (https://belouga.org) to learn more about Belouga.

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    1 May 2023

    #Samehere Schools Month Trailer

    Belouga, the #SameHere Global Mental Health Movement, and the Be Podcast Network present the fourth annual #SameHere Schools Month in May 2023. In these dynamic conversations, you’ll hear from educators, authors, mental health professionals, and other leading experts and influencers who share the mission to highlight quality mental health resources, engage in conversations that help us create mutual understanding, and connect across the planet. Subscribe to find best practices for mental health, overall wellness, and positive culture change in school communities.

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