What can the iconic movie "Ferris Bueller's Day Off" teach us about student engagement? This episode explores the critical disconnect between students and educators, examining why students mentally and physically check out of their education. Guests Colleen Keating-Crawford, Sydney Tweedley, and Izzy Fitzgerald from The Reinvention Lab at Teach For…

Check out John’s new website https://www.drjohnwprice.com/Join The Open Gate – A Monthly Journey Through the Emotional UnderworldThe Open Gate is a live, monthly membership circle where we explore what I call the Little Teachers—emotions like shame, jealousy, and anxiety—not as pathologies, but as sacred guides.Each gathering includes teaching, med…

In this episode of the Coaching Conversations podcast, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Jessica Wise to explore what I call the Seven Success Factors for effective instructional coaching. These factors come from years of research and practice, and they represent what I've seen work in real schools with real teachers. Jessica and I talked abo…

What if the most powerful shift AI offers teachers isn’t complex tech—but a single clarifying question? This week on AmpED to 11, we sit down with Marissa Sadler-Holder, a nationally recognized educator turned AI trailblazer working with schools across the U.S. to not just integrate AI tools, but to redesign what’s possible in classrooms. Founder o…

Send us a text In this episode, Dr. Paulie Gavoni sits down with veteran superintendent Dr. Don Haddad of St. Vrain Valley School District to explore one of the most hotly debated educational shifts in recent years—the 4-day school week. With over 17 years of experience leading one of Colorado’s largest districts, Dr. Haddad brings deep insight int…

In this episode, I'm joined by someone whose thinking continues to shape my work today - Michael Fullan. Michael, as many of us know, has been a giant in the field of educational change for decades, and in this conversation, he opens up about his journey: how his ideas have evolved, what he’s learned along the way, and why teacher voice is absolute…

On this final episode in this series on More Than Mentoring, we welcome Arizona K12 Center Executive Director Daniela Robles and Assistant Director of Induction and Mentoring Kathleen Paulsen back to the podcast. They reflect on themes through this season and discuss the role of mentors and what formal mentorship means for the enhanced practice and…

In this episode of Coaching Conversations, I had the pleasure of connecting with Mark Verde, a deeply thoughtful and incredibly experienced primary school teacher from Patana, a British international school in Bangkok. With more than 30 years in education under his belt, Mark opened up about his journey into instructional coaching and how it’s tran…

Winston Roberts is raising a toddler and watching ChatGPT grow up—literally at the same time. As “Teacher in a Suit,” he’s bringing AI into classrooms not as a gimmick, but as a real tool for student agency, equity, and future-readiness. In this episode, Brett and Rebecca dig into Winston’s origin story, his viral PD sessions that leave teachers sh…

Send us a text Who hasn't said, "This will only take a sec", only to have the task take an hour or more? In this final episode in the "Your Day->Your Life" series, we look at how we can improve our ability to estimate the time needed for focused tasks and more complex projects. Want to get a snapshot of your own life in just minutes? Take the free …

Send us a text In this episode, Dr. Paulie sits down with Nicola Soares, President of Kelly Education, to tackle one of the most urgent issues in education today: the staffing and workforce crisis. With over 20 years of experience spanning product development, policy reform, and leadership across major organizations like NBC Universal and McGraw-Hi…

William Zahner, Understanding the Role of Language in Math Classrooms ROUNDING UP: SEASON 3 | EPISODE 17 How can educators understand the relationship between language and the mathematical concepts and skills students engage with in their classrooms? And how might educators think about the mathematical demands and the language demands of tasks when…

On this episode of 3Ps in a Pod, we continue our conversation with mentor Inez Ramirez, NBCT, from Maricopa Unified School District — this time, with one of her teacher mentees, Anthony Gonzalez. Through the episode, Inez and Anthony share with host Juliana Urtubey, NBCT, and discuss with each other how they worked together through the past year an…

🌟 Join us for an inspiring conversation about creating inclusive classrooms where every voice can shine! In this episode, our guest Katherine Hamilton, Vice President of Programs at Ensemble Learning, joins us as we dive into the complex and rewarding world of supporting multilingual learners in the classroom. We celebrate the incredible value of m…

In this episode, I’m joined by Tim Dohrer and Tom Golebiewski for a powerful conversation about something that matters deeply in education today: mental health. Tim and Tom—who co-authored The Schools We Need Now—share their insights on how schools can create environments where everyone, students and educators alike, feel safe, supported, and conne…

Send us a text Today's inboxes include multiple email boxes, analog mail, voice mail, and text and other instant messaging. In a 2018 survey of American office workers, respondents reported spending an average of 5.6 hours per day on email alone! Today's episode focuses on how you can significantly reduce your time spent processing and responding t…

On this episode of 3Ps in a Pod, you will meet Inez Ramirez, NBCT, a mentor with the Maricopa Unified School District. Inez walks us through her role as an instructional mentor for beginning teachers and the ways mentoring supports teachers in her district. She shares how she not only differentiates the support she provides but the various ways tha…

In this episode, Deb Shirley, Instructional Coach from Adams Early Childhood Center in Lincoln, Illinois, will discuss with us the ways she engages students by making stories come to life through storytelling, puppets, and role-playing.By Illinois STAR NET Regions I&III

In this episode, we continue our discussion focused on multilingual learners, diving deep into why linguistic mobility isn't just academic—it's the key to true community inclusion! Maria Underwood, Senior Professional Development Advisor at CPET, and Vince Moua, CPET Professional Development Coach, and Teachers College Zankel Fellow, join Roberta t…

Join me for a live webinar – Reframing Suffering: The Little TeachersWe'll explore anxiety, jealousy, and shame as sacred teachers.Date: Wednesday, May 14https://www.drjohnwprice.com/littleteachers-event-2025Make sure to check out the book Women in the Biblehttps://www.amazon.com/Women-Bible-Interpretation-Resources-Scripture/dp/0664234011 In this …

Join me and Jessica Wise as we discuss the pivotal concept of "contracting" within instructional coaching. Contracting is that crucial initial dialogue where we lay the groundwork for our coaching relationship, setting clear expectations and defining our roles. In this episode, Jessica and I walk through a comprehensive checklist for effective cont…

In this episode of AmpED to 11, hosts Brett Roer and Rebecca Bultsma turn up the volume with Marlon Styles, nationally recognized education leader and founder of Styles Junior, LLC. Marlon shares how AI isn’t just a tech upgrade—it’s a tool to unlock creativity, center learning around students, and shape future-ready schools. From real-world storie…

Send us a text We've all experienced it: that dreaded energy slump when you're trying to get something done. It's not just related to the burger and fries you had for lunch. It's natural to have energy peaks and valleys during the day. Planning your day to take advantage of your circadian rhythm can give your productivity an immediate boost. Learn …

“Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here!” 2 Corinthians 5:17 (NIV) Teachers get two "new years": the start of the school year and the new calendar year. To recapture the new school year's optimism for the calendar new year, reflect on lessons learned from your students and what they revealed …

"And hope will never fail to satisfy our deepest need because the Holy Spirit that was given to us has flooded our hearts with God’s love." — Romans 5:5 (Voice) During the holidays, a child in your class may be sad and withdrawn. You may long to comfort them, but be unable to. Remember, God sees this child's sadness and your longing to comfort them…

"...for this day is holy unto the Lord: neither be ye sorry; for the joy of the Lord is your strength.” Nehemiah 8:10b Schools are filled with unexpected and delightful moments of joy. Authentically share the Gospel of Christ with others by embodying joyfulness. Joy flourishes in classrooms when witnessed, celebrated, and nurtured. Embrace the givi…

So far in this series on More Than Mentoring, we’ve been talking about mentoring you receive as a classroom teacher. On today’s episode, we step inside Northern Arizona University’s College of Education and talk with two faculty about how they mentor student teachers. Bobby Macias and Ashley Esparza are both teach and support pre-service educators …

Did you know it takes 2-3 years to see real results from educational innovation? How can teachers and leaders invest in the time needed for long-lasting change? This enlightening episode, featuring Dr. Annalies Corbin, founder of the PAST Foundation, uncovers the essential ingredients that make educational changes stick. From overhead projectors to…

Send us a text In this episode of The Crisis in Education Podcast, Dr. Paul "Paulie" Gavoni sits down with Missouri middle school teacher and author Philip Wire to unpack a provocative and timely topic: Are schools getting trauma-informed education right—or missing the mark entirely? Inspired by Philip’s bold book, "Trauma-Informed Tragedy: How Sch…

In this episode of The Sacred Speaks, host Dr. John W. Price sits down with Elise Loehnen—writer, researcher, and author of On Our Best Behavior, a book that explores how the ancient moral framework of the seven deadly sins has been internalized by women, shaping their identities, relationships, and sense of worth.This conversation is not just a re…

This week I have the opportunity to sit down with TLC 2025 keynote speaker Juliana Urtubey, the 2021 National Teacher of the Year, to explore what it really means to create schools where joy and justice aren’t just ideas — they’re lived experiences. Juliana’s story is compelling. As a bilingual, first-generation immigrant, her journey into educatio…

Send us a text So many of us feel like we're stuck in a cycle of rush to work, do what's thrown at us, rush home, care for kids, and fall asleep in front of the TV. The secret to reclaiming your day is spending 10 minutes in the morning or evening planning it. Learn the four basic steps of planning your day to reflect your priorities. In the long r…

“None of you should look out just for your own good. Each of you should also look out for the good of others. As you deal with one another, you should think and act as Jesus did.” -Philippians 2:4-5 (NIRV) Uniting diverse individuals remains a challenge. Educators face this daily. Administrators must harmonize the teaching staff, student body, and …

Let us hold unswervingly to the hope we profess, for he who promised is faithful. And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds, not giving up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but encouraging one another— and all the more as you see the Day approaching.” Hebrews 10:23-25 (NIV) Amidst busy schedule…

Tisha Jones, Assessment as a Shared Journey: Cultivating Partnerships with Families & Caregivers ROUNDING UP: SEASON 3 | EPISODE 16 Families and caregivers play an essential role in students’ success in school and in shaping their identities as learners. Therefore, establishing strong partnerships with families and caregivers is crucial for equitab…

Emmett Burnton and Ryan Donovan are two teachers both working in the social studies department at Boulder Creek High School in Deer Valley Unified School District. Not only colleagues, Emmett and Ryan have become mentors and coaches for each other. In today’s episode, 3Ps in a Pod hosts Kathleen Paulsen, NBCT, and Marlys Weaver talk with these outs…

“At that time Moses was born, and he was no ordinary child. For three months he was cared for by his family. When he was placed outside, Pharaoh’s daughter took him and brought him up as her own son.” Acts 7:19-21 (NIV) Parents entrust their cherished children to schools, expecting love, safety, and nurturing. Similar to Pharaoh's daughter, teacher…

But Jesus called the children to him and said, “Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of God belongs to such as these. Truly I tell you, anyone who will not receive the kingdom of God like a little child will never enter it.” Luke 18:16-17 (NIV) In today's education landscape, teachers must create nurturing env…

In this episode of Coaching Conversations, I sit down with instructional coach Meg Groseclose as she shares her journey into coaching and her work with Rachel, a third-year teacher. Together, they embarked on a coaching cycle focused on improving student engagement and achievement. Starting with a baseline of 64% comprehension, they set an ambitiou…

AI isn’t just reshaping education—it’s calling the whole system into question. Are we using it to spark innovation and amplify student voices, or just speeding up the same tired assignments we've been recycling for decades? In this episode of AmpED to 11, hosts Brett Roer and Rebecca Bultsma sit down with Alana Winnick—EdTech Director, podcast host…

Why Literacy Reform Keeps Failing and What Actually Works | Lindamood-Bell Description: For four decades, well-intentioned literacy reforms have promised to fix America’s reading crisis—from A Nation at Risk in 1983 to the current Science of Reading movement. Yet, despite these efforts, scores from the National Assessment of Educational Progress (N…

Send us a text How many of us have binged on Netflix until 2 am and felt like crap the next day? Maybe you turned on the TV thinking "I've worked hard all day and I deserve some R&R", not necessarily intending to watch four episodes of "Game of Thrones" when you had to get up for work the next day. Learn how you can prevent this from happening, enj…

Send us a text In this powerful episode of the Crisis in Education Podcast, Dr. Paulie welcomes Emil Majetich, a doctoral candidate in early childhood special education, licensed behavior analyst, university instructor, and 25-year fire service veteran. Emil shares his remarkable journey from fire lieutenant and paramedic to behavior analyst, empha…

Writing projects can feel like a distraction, unless we look at the ways in which projects increase learning for students, and the ways we can integrate them into our calendars without losing teaching time for skills or content that we need to cover.Today, we revisit our conversation with participants from one of our Student Publication Initiative …

This week I had the pleasure of speaking with Ammie Franklin and Jade West from Salesian College in Sunbury, Melbourne. We had a wonderful conversation about the impact of instructional coaching and its pivotal role in enhancing educational practices. Ammie, the Deputy Principal for People and Culture, and Jade, the Director of Staff Learning, shar…

Visit drjohnwprice.com to explore the new site and sign up for the free live webinar on May 14th at 7:00pm CST—a communal space to deepen this work together.In this first solo episode of The Sacred Speaks, I open the door to a new format—one that invites reflection, story, and personal encounter. We begin with mentorship.Drawing from Homer’s Odysse…

Send us a text In the final episode of the series "Self-Confidence in Uncertain Times", we'll explore how it's easier to change your actions than to change your thoughts or feelings, and how the things you choose to do each day can affect how you feel about yourself. Want to get a snapshot of your own life in just minutes? Take the free Prior 10 Li…

Ryan Flessner, What If I Don’t Understand Their Thinking? ROUNDING UP: SEASON 3 | EPISODE 15 “What do I do if I don’t understand my student’s strategy?” This is a question teachers grapple with constantly, particularly when conferring with students during class. How educators respond in moments like these can have a profound impact on students’ lea…

In this episode of Coaching Conversations, I sit down with TLC 2025 Keynote presenters Dr. Christian van Nieuwerburgh and Dr. Robert Biswas-Diener to explore the power of radical listening. We discuss how an intentional, empathetic approach to listening can strengthen both personal and coaching relationships. Christian and Robert share key strategi…

Teachers struggle to implement social justice pedagogy due to limited support, restrictive laws, and scarce training—all while trying to build student advocacy skills! In this episode, Maria Luisa Underwood unpacks findings from quantitative research with teachers based on their experience implementing the framework "Equipping Educators to Nurture …