Episode 67 - Elementary Amid Pandemic Politics w/ Meghann Seril, NBCT

Teaching Elementary Amid Pandemic and Reopening Politics w/ Meghann Seril - All of the Above Episode 67

This year of pandemic pedagogy has been tough on students of all ages, most notably those in the early grades. As the debate over school “reopening” continues to rage and battlelines are drawn over whether or not students will be confronted with an onslaught of standardized tests this spring, elementary teachers across the nation continue to step up and serve our little kiddos. This week we’re joined by National Board certified third grade teacher and education advocate Meghann Seril to learn about the ongoing challenges of teaching and supporting younger students during these times. But first, Jeff and Manuel explore recent headlines in education including questions about the pandemic’s impact on school discipline policies and the debate over student loan forgiveness!

Further RESOURCES (in order of discussion)

DO-NOW HEADLINES

How the pandemic has altered school discipline — perhaps forever

Who benefits from student loan forgiveness?

SEMINAR

Making Culturally Affirming Schools A Priority: Lessons from Teachers of Color in a Time of Crisis (co-written by Meghann Seril)

Meghann in EdSource: “I’m here for my students, despite the distance”

Meghann on Twitter

CLASS DISMISSED

Meisha Porter’s NYC agenda: Bold summer school plans, enrichment for all students

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EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS

Episode 67 Headlines in Education

Jeff and Manuel examine recent headlines in education. The pandemic has altered school discipline practices and decreased the amount of students referred to law enforcement...will these changes last? Plus, a look at the numbers behind the student debt cancellation debate.

Episode 67 Seminar - Elementary Amid Pandemic & Reopening Politics with Meghann Seri

National Board certified third grade teacher and education advocate Meghann Seril stops by to discuss the ongoing challenges of teaching and supporting younger students during these times.