We’re back! Like we could stay away…

Today, with a special bonus episode (we did promise do this from time to time), Liz walks through downtown Philly with none other than Zaretta Hammond, a self-described ‘boots on the ground’ teacher and best-selling author of Culturally Responsive Teaching and the Brain. To Liz, she’s a mentor, personal advocate, and thought partner.

Zaretta speaks passionately and honestly about a wide range of topics, but today we focus on the idea of shared schema and how without that, education is often disconnected from learning, which has led to overloads, out of whack expectations, and a serious mental health crisis among students.

So join us on this return to the pavement. We’ll certainly be back for more. In the meantime, check out Zaretta’s books, blogs, and more, at crtandthebrain.com.

Thanks everyone. Keep walking.

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Narrated:⁠Liz Hofreuter⁠

Produced:⁠Luke Hladek⁠ (⁠Strong Minded Agency⁠)

*This walk was rereleased in December, 2025, with improved audio and in honor of the life and friendship of Barb Buchwach.

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Liz begins her journey onWalk With Me with her lifelong friend Barb Buchwach, who has faced pancreatic cancer with grace and resilience. In this candid conversation, they explore the lessons of prioritizing oneself, finding strength in community, and embracing life’s challenges.

What You'll Hear in This Episode:

• How Barb navigated life and cancer with the support of her community.
• The impact of stress, ego, and self-care on health and well-being.
• Moments of unconditional love and resilience through shared experiences.
• Practical advice on finding balance, showing up for others, and accepting help.
• Reflections on the power of storytelling and living without regret.

Join Liz and Barb for an inspiring walk filled with wisdom, laughter, and heartfelt moments that will leave you reflecting on what truly matters.

Learn more about ⁠GEN-Ed⁠.

Narrated:⁠⁠Liz Hofreuter⁠⁠

Produced:⁠⁠Luke Hladek⁠⁠ (⁠⁠Strong Minded Agency⁠⁠)

Welcome to Setting the PAIS! In this inaugural episode, we thought it would make sense to take a peek behind the PAIS curtain and meet the staff that makes this whole thing go.

Liz Hofreuter, the new executive director of the Pennsylvania Association of Independent Schools, steps out with the staff to learn more about them in real time. They talk about professional histories, family life, and even a favorite president or two. It's about the most essential non-essesntial conversation you'll hear today, but it offers a glimpse of the real people behind the emails and the character that drives this whole organization forward.

So lace em up and tag along, because today, the PAIS staff is Setting the PAIS.

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Learn more about ⁠⁠GEN-Ed⁠⁠.

Narrated:⁠⁠⁠Liz Hofreuter⁠⁠⁠

Produced:⁠⁠⁠Luke Hladek⁠⁠⁠ (⁠⁠⁠Strong Minded Agency⁠⁠⁠)