Get ready for stories, shout-outs, and big wins! In this episode, hear from students and administrators across our incredible districts and universities. Grab a friend, play along with our trivia game, and claim your bragging rights!

In this episode, we explore how health education connects to whole-school wellness. Our guest shares how she brings public health topics into the classroom to help create healthier learning environments for students and staff. She also offers insight into how educators can prioritize their own well-being so they can show up as the best version of themselves.

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Stories from the Classroom-

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Meggi Augustosky- meggi.augustosky@arkansas.gov

We sit down with Lydia Knolls, our Math Specialist, to explore how she supports teachers, builds math confidence, and shares impactful instructional strategies.

lydia.knoll@nwaesc.org

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Stories from the Classroom

Whether you have taught for one year or 30 years, it's never to early learn about retirement. Join us as we discuss teacher retirement in Arkansas.

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kellyh@artrs.gov

ATRS Little Rock office at 501-682-1517- Speak to a Retirement counselor

ATRS director, Mark White, and our Director of Outreach and Engagement, Anne Marie Berardi- to inquire about speaking to your school

In this conversation, Hannah Mhoon, a K-12 Literacy Specialist at Pea Ridge Schools, shares her journey into education, her daily responsibilities, effective literacy strategies, and the importance of supporting teachers and students. She emphasizes the need for collaboration, the use of data to inform teaching, and the significance of engaging students with texts. Hannah also discusses valuable resources for teachers and highlights success stories from her district, showcasing the positive impact of targeted literacy support.

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Stories from the Classroom

Contact Hannah: hannah.mhoon@pearidgek12.com

AR ELA Standards Side-by-Side

Arkansas Rigour for Standards- ALD's

The ARTeacher Fellowship Pro

Northwest Arkansas Writing Project

State Supported: The Writing Revolution

Michelle and I sit down with our Behavior Support Specialists and discuss BX3, behavior strategies, and where you can find support and training.

Join us for part one of a two part episode. Michelle and I sit down with our Behavior Support Specialists and discuss BX3, behavior strategies, and where you can find support and training.

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Stories from the Classroom-

arbss.org

Email Kat and Lindsey:

kat.lancaster@nwaesc.org

lindsey.lovelady@nwaesc.org

In this episode of Inspiration After the Bell, we sit down with Rea Smith, the Elementary Curriculum Specialist for Math and Science at Rogers Public Schools. Rea shares her journey in education, the challenges teachers face, and actionable strategies for engaging K-5 students in math. From number talks to manipulatives, she gives practical tips that bring student thinking to the forefront and make learning interactive and meaningful. Whether you’re a first-year teacher or a classroom veteran, this episode is packed with inspiration and ideas you can implement in your classroom tomorrow!

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Researchers mentioned in the Podcast:

Christina Tondevold-

Berkely Everett

Graham Fletcher

Jessica Shemway

Jessica Shemway- Number Sense Routines: Building Mathematical Understanding Every Day in Grades 3-5

Sherry Parrish

Sherry Parrish