Teach The Way They Learn

At Academica Media, we believe that education must go beyond the curriculum. This week, Lily interviews Renu Mody. Renu is an educational consultant and serves as a board member across several civic, educational, and social justice non-profits. She is an independent college counselor and attorney in Miami, Florida. In this three-part series, Renu talks to Lily about all things college and the college experience. On this episode, Renu talks about the preparation process, when and where to begin planning, and academic requirements. Renu also identifies the recommended testing options available to all first-time college applicants. Tune in! Host: Liliana Salazar (@SalazarLilly) Producer: Ross Ulysse

At Academica Media, we believe that education must go beyond the curriculumThis week, Lily concludes her interview Rufus Lott III, founder of LOTT Educational Consultants and a leading consultant specializing in the area of Restorative Practices in schools. In this podcast, Rufus talks about raising emotional awareness and why emotional intelligence matters. Rufus also presents effective ways to interact with students to help better understand their mental health and to build relationships moving towards changed behavior.Host: Liliana Salazar (@SalazarLilly)Producer: Ryan Kairalla (@ryankair)Post-Production: Ross Ulysse

At Academica Media, we believe that education must go beyond the curriculumThis week, Lily continues her interview Rufus Lott III, founder of LOTT Educational Consultants and a leading consultant specializing in the area of Restorative Practices in schools. In this podcast, Rufus introduces the model of restorative practice: connect, correct, consequence. Rufus details proactive methods during each phase for effective outcomes. Tune in!Host: Liliana Salazar (@SalazarLilly)Producer: Ryan Kairalla (@ryankair)Post-Production: Ross Ulysse

At Academica Media, we believe that education must go beyond the curriculumThis week, Lily interviews Rufus Lott III, founder of LOTT Educational Consultants and a leading consultant specializing in the area of restorative practices in schools. In this podcast, Rufus talks about the meaning of restorative practice and its origin. Rufus also talks about his experience in education and ways he has implemented restorative practice to make a positive impact on the lives of all students.Host: Liliana Salazar (@SalazarLilly)Producer: Ryan Kairalla (@ryankair)Post-Production: Ross Ulysse

At Academica Media, we believe that education must go beyond the curriculumThis week, Lily continues her interview with Dr. Roberto Padilla, superintendent of the Newburgh Enlarged City School District in Newburgh, New York. In this podcast, Dr. Padilla talks about his perspective on equity and equality. Roberto also provides practical strategies and presents his plan of action when leading equity.Host: Liliana Salazar (@SalazarLilly)Producer: Ryan Kairalla (@ryankair)Post-Production: Ross Ulysse

At Academica Media, we believe that education must go beyond the curriculum.This week, Lily interviews Dr. Roberto Padilla superintendent of the Newburgh Enlarged City School District in Newburgh, New York. In this podcast, Dr. Padilla talks about his life in education and his journey becoming superintendent. Roberto also identifies three components: know, love, and challenge presenting techniques to create connections with all students. Host: Liliana Salazar (@SalazarLilly)Producer: Ryan Kairalla (@ryankair)Post-Production: Ross Ulysse

At Academica Media, we believe that education must go beyond the curriculum.This week, Lily continues her interview with Matthew Bieule, Principal of SLAM! Boca Raton Sports Leadership, Arts, & Management. In this podcast, Matthew emphasizes the importance of building relationships. He also talks about what needs to be done to maintain rigor and prevalence. Tune in!Host: Liliana Salazar (@SalazarLilly)Producer: Ross Ulysse

At Academica Media, we believe that education must go beyond the curriculum.This week, Lily interviews Matthew Bieule, Principal of SLAM! Boca Raton Sports Leadership, Arts, & Management. In this podcast, Matthew talk to us about building relationships between principals, teachers, and students. Matthew also provides practical strategies on structuring a successful work atmosphere and educational environment.Host: Liliana Salazar (@SalazarLilly)Producer: Ross Ulysse

At Academica Media, we believe that education must go beyond the curriculum.This week, Teach The Way They Learn brings you an episode from the National Charter School Conference in Las Vegas. On this episode, Lily interviews Sharon Hench, Principal of Somerset Academy JFK in West Palm Beach, Florida. In this podcast, Sharon gives us some background insight into her school’s demographics. Sharon also talks to us about her educational approach, and her strategies for academic improvement at her school. Tune in!Host: Liliana Salazar (@SalazarLilly)Producer: Ross Ulysse

At Academica Media, we believe that education must go beyond the curriculum.This week, Teach The Way They Learn brings you an episode from the National Charter School Conference in Las Vegas. In this podcast, Lily is joined by Florida Charter School Alliance President Lynn Norman Teck. Lynn talks to us about the mission of the Alliance and the importance of school choice for all students. Lynn also debunks many of the misconceptions and myths of the ed reform movement. Tune in!Host: Liliana Salazar (@SalazarLilly)Producer: Ross Ulysse

At Academica Media, we believe that education must go beyond the curriculum.This week, Teach The Way They Learn brings you an episode from the National Charter School Conference in Las Vegas. Lily is joined by Nevada state assemblywoman Selena Torres and Principal Renee Fairless of the Mater Academy Mountain Vista charter school. Assemblywoman Torres and Principal Fairless helped develop AB 219, which provides language accommodations for English language learners in Nevada. In this podcast, Lily talks to Renee and Selena about their experience getting AB 219 passed, and the importance of addressing the injustices that English language learners face in the school setting.Host: Liliana Salazar (@SalazarLilly)Producer: Ross Ulysse

At Academica Media, we believe that education must go beyond the curriculum.This week, Lily continues her conversation on disabilities in an educational environment. In this podcast, Lily discusses statistics on disabilities, outlines best practices in classroom accommodations, and provides educators with a checklist to ensure that they are meeting the academic needs of all students. Tune in!Host: Liliana Salazar (@SalazarLilly)Producer: Ross Ulysse

At Academica Media, we believe that education must go beyond the curriculum.This week, Lily gives us a brief overview about three common learning disabilities in the educational environment. She goes into detail, identifying each disorder as well as their symptoms and early indicators. Lily also provides answers to frequently asked questions asked about teaching students with disabilities. Tune in!Host: Liliana Salazar (@SalazarLilly)Producer: Ross Ulysse

At Academica Media, we believe that education must go beyond the curriculum.This week, Lily interviews Principal Cory Oliver from the Jefferson County K-12 Somerset Charter School. Jefferson is located in one of the historically lowest-performing districts in Florida. In this final segment, Lily and Cory talk about all the significant changes seen within the course of a year. They also speak about the efforts made to make a difference in this community and all other positive outcomes realized from this project. Tune in to the final segment to find out more on this incredible transformation! Host: Liliana Salazar (@SalazarLilly)Producer: Michael Hernandez (@edtechmichael)Post-Production: Ross Ulysse

At Academica Media, we believe that education must go beyond the curriculum.This week, Lily interviews Principal Cory Oliver from the Jefferson County K-12 Somerset charter school. Jefferson is located in one of the historically lowest-performing districts in Florida. In this segment, Cory talks to Lily about the levels of poverty in this community and his journey when he first got to Jefferson. He also talks about the leadership skills that he embraces and expresses the love he has for all his students. Tune in to part 2 of this amazing podcast! Host: Liliana Salazar (@SalazarLilly)Producer: Michael Hernandez (@edtechmichael)Post-Production: Ross Ulysse