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In this episode, we welcome student athlete Sami Phelan to the show to discuss her experience of recently committing to play D1 ice hockey in New York and how she has achieved this goal.  In this episode, we also chat about balancing school and sports, how ADLS has helped her with that balance, facing adversity and doubtful people, anticipation of playing D1 sports, and much more. Tune in to hear more from Sami!  Connect with the hosts: Learning Reimagined Podcast Instagram  Allison’s InstagramSandy’s Instagram  AdvantagesDLS Instagram  Advantages DLS Website

In this episode, we welcome Eduardo Trindade to the show to discuss the many different styles of education from around the globe. Eduardo has been a member of the ADLS team for many years and has loads of experience both in selling education and being educated himself in multiple different parts of the world.  In this episode, we also chat about the importance of being exposed to different cultures, thinking outside of our own bubble, the largest educational difference throughout the countries Eduardo has visited, and much more. Tune in to hear more from Eduardo!  Connect with Eduardo: https://www.instagram.com/edu_trindade_04_1974/ Connect with the hosts: Learning Reimagined Podcast Instagram  Allison’s InstagramSandy’s Instagram  AdvantagesDLS Instagram  Advantages DLS Website

In this episode, we welcome Christina Heredia to the show to discuss the ways Sunset Bay Academy helps students break the chains of destructive behaviors. We also chat about academic reach, stresses and triggers for our students, the power of addiction, and much more. Tune in to hear more from Christina!  Connect with Sunset Bay Academy: https://sunsetbayacademy.com/ https://www.instagram.com/sunsetbayacademy/ Connect with the hosts: Learning Reimagined Podcast Instagram  Allison’s Instagram Sandy’s Instagram  AdvantagesDLS Instagram  Advantages DLS Website

In this episode, we welcome Bianca McCall to the show to discuss the ways we can better support our student’s mental health. We also chat about what led Bianca to work in the mental health space, teaching our youth how to be vulnerable, Reach-In Now’s application to helping your student, and much more. Tune in to hear more from Bianca!  Connect with Reach-In Now: ⁠https://reachinnow.com/ https://www.instagram.com/reachinnow/ Connect with the hosts: Learning Reimagined Podcast Instagram  Allison’s InstagramSandy’s Instagram  AdvantagesDLS Instagram  Advantages DLS Website

In this episode, we welcome Dewey Smart founder, Michael Gao, to the show to discuss how you can make college prep a breeze for you and your student! We also chat about Dewey Smart, deciding on a college, financial aid, and much more. See below for a complete list of topics covered in this episode and tune in to hear more!  Connect with Dewey Smart: https://deweysmart.com/ Connect with the hosts:⁠Learning Reimagined Podcast Instagram⁠  ⁠Allison’s Instagram⁠⁠Sandy’s Instagram⁠  ⁠AdvantagesDLS Instagram⁠  ⁠Advantages DLS Website⁠

In this episode, we welcome our teacher panel back to the show to discuss this past semester. We also chat about online teaching, school choice, making the most of winter break, and much more. See below for a complete list of topics covered in this episode and tune in to hear more! Key Topics Covered in This Episode: Introducing the panel How did the first semester of this school year go? Extra tasks being picked up by administrators Online teaching and the perspective of a mom from this semester Discussing school choice and ESA programs How can we get more students excited about going into the teaching profession? Breaking down Finland’s education system and how it benefits students How to get your students ready for next semester Connect with the hosts: Learning Reimagined Podcast Instagram Allison’s Instagram Sandy’s Instagram AdvantagesDLS Instagram Advantages DLS Website

In this episode, Sandy & Allison chat with Kaite Lancaster, a former student of theirs who is now a first-grade teacher. We discuss the current state of teaching, as well as how Kaite graduated college at age 20, parental involvement, how to help struggling students, and much more. See below for a complete list of topics covered in this episode and tune in to hear more! Key Topics Covered in This Episode: Introducing Kaite How Kaite graduated college at 20 years old Chatting about her experience so far as a 1st-grade teacher Why and how Kaite makes her classroom a relaxing environment for her students Her experience as a student teacher during COVID Kaite’s outlook on the current state of education The current environment in today’s schools Parent involvement Did teacher training prepare her to be a teacher? Struggles of teaching students with learning gaps How she helps students with reading and writing struggles Kaite’s long-term career goals ESA programs, school choice, and Title I schools What does Kaite do to fill her own cup? Connect with the guest: Kaite’s Instagram Connect with the hosts: Learning Reimagined Podcast Instagram Allison’s Instagram Sandy’s Instagram AdvantagesDLS Instagram Advantages DLS Website

In this episode, Sandy & Allison discuss the ESA program in Arizona and school choice. We also chat about supporting your student where they’re at, why school choice matters, and much more. See below for a complete list of topics covered in this episode and tune in to hear more! Key Topics Covered in This Episode: Getting back to normalcy What is the ESA Program in Arizona? How ESA is giving parents and students greater flexibility and more opportunities Where ESA programs are available Debunking the arguments against ESA The projected number of students in ESA and the approval process ESA for students with special needs Why school choice matters Advice for families without an ESA program Supporting your student where they’re at Connect with the hosts: Learning Reimagined Podcast Instagram Allison’s Instagram Sandy’s Instagram AdvantagesDLS Instagram Advantages DLS Website

In this episode, we welcome Lisa Crosby, M.Ed. to the show to discuss how we can better support our students as they navigate the challenges of a developing brain. We also chat about academic preparedness, helping your child’s self-esteem, and much more. See below for a complete list of topics covered in this episode and tune in to hear more from Lisa! Key Topics Covered in This Episode: Introducing Lisa and her background Comparing statistics of academic preparedness in our education system Giving hope to parents: Tips for helping your student as their brain develops The problem with unresolved primal reflexes How to help your child have higher self-esteem Why bad behavior from a child is a cry for help Moving reading to the language center of the brain and why it is important Lisa’s Book Connect with Lisa: Lisa’s Book Lisa’s Website Connect with the hosts: Learning Reimagined Podcast Instagram Allison’s Instagram Sandy’s Instagram AdvantagesDLS Instagram

In this episode, we welcome Tony Scott, Co-Founder of Glitch Fitness to the show to discuss the importance of keeping our kids moving. We also chat about Tony’s leap of faith to pursue this mission, the importance of giving kids ownership, promoting healthy food habits, and much more. See below for a complete list of topics covered in this episode and tune in to hear more! Key Topics Covered in This Episode: Introducing Tony Tony’s background and how he got to where he is today How the pandemic pushed Tony to go all in on Glitch Fitness Making fitness fun, especially for our kids The importance of giving kids ownership Why a lack of movement is so harmful to our kids development, both mentally and physically Encouraging children to be proud of themselves How parents can help support their kids movement at home Tony’s top suggestions to help parents Processed food and it’s harm on kids + how to promote healthy food habits Looking to be on the show or know an expert who’d make a great guest in 2022? Send us a DM on our Instagram! (Linked below) Connect with the guest: Instagram Connect with the hosts: Learning Reimagined Podcast Instagram Allison’s Instagram Sandy’s Instagram AdvantagesDLS Instagram

In this episode, we welcome Pam Dion, our third co-founder of ADLS, to the show to discuss the current state of the education system in regard to school choice. We also chat about ADLS, teacher shortages, new programs, school choice and everything involved, and much more. See below for a complete list of topics covered in this episode and tune in to hear more! Key Topics Covered in This Episode: Introducing Pam Pam’s role in Advantages Digital Learning Solutions The teacher shortages and the learning gaps Addressing & assisting the needs of children on the autistic spectrum New programs opening through ADLS Micro schools The political struggles affecting schools currently Public schools vs private, charter, and micro schools Challenges parents might face Looking to be on the show or know an expert who’d make a great guest in 2022? Send us a DM on our Instagram! (Linked below) Connect with the hosts: Learning Reimagined Podcast Instagram Allison’s Instagram Sandy’s Instagram AdvantagesDLS Instagram

In this episode, Allison & Sandy review a recent book they both read, Radical Candor by Kim Scott. We also chat about the workplace environment, leadership, expectations, the hiring process, and much more. See below for a complete list of topics covered in this episode and tune in to hear more! Key Topics Covered in This Episode: Introducing the book and giving some background on it The environment changing in the workplace Clear expectations and avoiding resentment Making your employees and coworkers feel “like family” The “essential question” Discussing interview processes Their biggest takeaways from the book A few other favorite reads of Allison & Sandy Looking to be on the show or know an expert who’d make a great guest in 2022? Send us a DM on our Instagram! (Linked below) Connect with the hosts: Learning Reimagined Podcast Instagram Allison’s Instagram Sandy’s Instagram AdvantagesDLS Instagram