The Road to an Effective Classroom Environment
The Road to an Effective Classroom Environment is a professional learning podcast for educators, instructional leaders, and school administrators committed to building classrooms where learning thrives. Hosted by Dr. Lashawnte McCray-Sarvis, the podcast features evidence-based strategies, real-world experiences, and expert conversations focused on classroom culture, effective instruction, student engagement, and educator growth.
Classroom culture, educator leadership, and effective learning spaces
Episodes
39 episodes
The Future of Work Starts with Wellness: CTE, Leadership, and the Brain
In this special CTE Month episode of The Road to an Effective Classroom Environment, Dr. Lashawnte introduces the guest lineup for February.This episode previews the conversations and also sets the stage for three upcoming guest...
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Season 8
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Episode 2
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14:02
What Are Students Learning About Culture From Us? | Classroom Culture & Educator Leadership
Classroom culture is often discussed in terms of student behavior, but culture does nott begin with students. Culture begins with educators.In this reflective episode of The Road to an Effective Classroom Environment, Dr. Lashaw...
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Season 8
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Episode 1
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31:10
From the Page to the Practice: Using Classroom Management Books in K-12 Classrooms
In this episode, Dr. Lashawnte bridges the gap between theory and practice by unpacking how well-known classroom management texts can be implemented effectively across grade levels. From establishing strong procedures and routines to building r...
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Season 7
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Episode 14
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20:18
Building Language-Rich Classrooms with Patty McGee
In this episode of The Road to an Effective Classroom Environment, Dr. Lashawnte McCray-Sarvis sits down with Patty McGee, a nationally recognized literacy consultant, author, and educator, to explore how language-rich classrooms stren...
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Season 7
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Episode 13
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54:11
Writing an Effective Learning Intention
This episode focuses on what a learning intention is, identify key components, and start writing your own with clarity and purpose
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Season 7
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Episode 12
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28:39
The Power of Visible Learning in CTE Classrooms
This episode defines visible learning and the transformational impact that visible learning has in the CTE classrooms.The Road to an Effective Classroom Environment has been selected by FeedSpot as one of...
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Season 7
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Episode 11
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31:07
The Power of Positive Talk: Building a Culture of Encouragement in Classrooms
In this episode, Dr. Lashawnte McCray-Sarvis explores the transformative power of positive talk in classrooms and schools. Discover how intentional language can boost student confidence, foster staff morale, and create a culture ...
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Season 7
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Episode 10
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25:20
Lead on Purpose: The Power of Effective Leadership
This episode aims to help school and organizational leaders, coaches, and aspiring leaders. The goal is to equip listeners with a practical, research-informed playbook for leading with clarity, character, and impact.
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Season 7
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Episode 9
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27:49
Setting the Tone for the New School Year: An Educator’s Guide to Purposeful Practice
In this episode of The Road to an Effective Classroom Environment, Dr. Lashawnte McCray-Sarvis supports educators in preparing for the 2025–2026 school year with clarity, purpose, and vision. This conversation focuses on how educators ...
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Season 7
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Episode 8
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12:48
The 3 Rs for School and District Level Administrators
This episode is for school and district level administrators as they prepare for the 2025-2026 school year. This episode covers respect, re-thinking, and revision.
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Season 7
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Episode 7
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19:29
Attend to Win Part 4: Aversion and Disengagement
This episode identifies and addresses aversions and disengagement in chronic absenteeism as documented in attendanceworks.org.
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Season 7
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Episode 6
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27:50
Attend to Win Part 3: Barriers to Chronic Absenteeism
Chronic absenteeism is one of the most significant challenges impacting student achievement, engagement, and school culture today. When students miss school, they miss more than instruction—they miss connection, consistency, and critical opport...
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Season 7
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Episode 5
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18:38
Attend to Win Part 2: Strategies for Parents to Help Their Students
This episode addresses chronic absenteeism with parents and gives strategies for helping their students to attend school regularly.
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Season 7
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Episode 4
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26:33
Attend to Win Part 1: Strategies to Combat Chronic Absenteeism
Part 1: This episode addresses the chronic absenteeism rate in the United States and possible strategies to combat the rate.
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Season 7
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Episode 3
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20:29
The Role of the School Superintendent
This episode addresses the role of the school superintendent and his or her impact on the effectiveness of the classroom environment.
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Season 7
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Episode 2
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24:49
Coaching for Change: Turning a Challenge into Success
This episode marks 7 years on this journey. The discussion involves reflecting as a coach before the coaching. This episode marks a meaningful milestone—seven years on this journey of leadership, service, and growth. Before coaching others, the...
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Season 7
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Episode 1
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14:55
Learning During and Through the Storm
This is a PSA and reminder for parents during a storm.
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Season 6
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Episode 6
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9:08
Inclusive Education: All Means All
Inclusive education is more than a philosophy—it is a daily commitment to ensuring every student feels seen, supported, and valued. “All means all” requires educators to move beyond access and toward environments where differences are embraced ...
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Season 6
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Episode 5
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15:22
AI, Oh My! Were We Ready?
This episode is meant to be a thought-provoking discussion regarding how artificial intelligence can and has impacted our classrooms. Are you ready to embrace AI?
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Season 6
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Episode 4
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15:02
The Hub of Our Schools: School Counselors
This episode discusses the importance of the role of school counselors and their impact on the classroom environment.
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Season 6
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Episode 3
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25:47
CTE: How Students Remain Engaged Part Two
Part two addresses engagement in the classroom setting and lab/shop settings.
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Season 6
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Episode 2
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19:47
CTE: How Students Remain Engaged Part One
Did you know CTE dates back to the middle 1700s? Students involved in CTE curriculum have the opportunity to be engaged everyday while in the classroom or lab setting.
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Season 6
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Episode 1
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14:54
Technology: The Good, The Bad, The Ugly, The Future!
This episode addresses the use of technology in the classroom.
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Season 5
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Episode 1
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19:38
Professional Learning: Preparing Yourself for The Road Ahead
Today marks 4 years since we began this journey. Today we briefly discuss growing yourself as an educator.
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Season 4
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Episode 2
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21:32
Self-Care and Educators-What is It?
Self-care is often discussed, but rarely defined in ways that truly support educators and leaders. Too often, it is reduced to moments of rest, when in reality, self-care is a daily, intentional practice that protects effectiveness, clarity, an...
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Season 4
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Episode 1
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28:37
