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Schoolutions: Curious Educators. Evidence-Based Strategies. Classrooms Where Every Child Thrives.
Do you need innovative strategies to strengthen your school culture and spark student growth? This podcast is your go-to resource for coaches, teachers, administrators, and families seeking to create dynamic and engaging learning environments.
In each episode, you'll discover how to unite educators and caregivers to support students, tackle common classroom challenges, and cultivate an atmosphere where every learner can thrive.
With over 25 years of experience as a teacher and coach, host Olivia Wahl curates episodes with insights from more than 150 expert interviews, offering practical tips that bridge the gap between school and home.
Tune in every Monday and Friday for actionable strategies and inspirational stories that can transform your approach and make a real impact on learning.
Start with a fan-favorite episode today (S5E1: Inside the Secret Moves of Expert Teachers with John Hattie) and take the first step towards transforming your educational environment!
Schoolutions: Curious Educators. Evidence-Based Strategies. Classrooms Where Every Child Thrives.
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Happy New Year! I'm excited to share a Schoolutions Teaching Strategies podcast update with you, designed to enhance your weekly planning routine and boost your productivity. Starting January 5th, 2026, guest conversations will be divided into two shorter episodes, released on Mondays and Fridays. Wednesdays will feature a 60-second reel, offering a bite-sized piece from our conversation that you can share with a colleague.
This month's theme: Imagination, Play, and Storytelling - essential education strategies for student engagement, classroom behavior, and the whole child.
NEW FORMAT:
📅 Mondays - Part 1 with lightning round to inspire your week
📅 Wednesdays- 60-second shareable reel for quick wins
📅 Fridays - Part 2 with my three biggest takeaways
WHO THIS IS FOR:
✅ Teachers seeking inspired teaching and teacher impact
✅ Education coaches and instructional coaching professionals
✅ School administrators and education leadership teams
✅ Parents, homeschoolers, and caregiver support networks
✅ Instructional leaders driving school culture and school change
✅ School counselors supporting the whole child
✅ Teacher mentors and coaching strategies experts
✅ Anyone committed to professional development, education transformation, and family partnerships
WHY THIS MATTERS:
These conversations tackle low engagement, improve classroom behavior, strengthen parent involvement and parent communication, and provide actionable education strategies for inclusive classrooms. Whether you're focused on principal strategies, teacher support, or education at home, this series delivers practical tools for student success.
COMING EPISODES:
🎙️ @rustykeeler - Loose parts play and outdoor learning environments
🎙️ Dr. Michelle Chanda Singh ( @lctelearning ) - Storytelling as culturally responsive pedagogy
🎙️ Maria Walther - Read aloud strategies for shared classroom experiences
🎙️ Katie Keier ( @catchingreaders ) - Writer's Play Shop innovations for early writers
CONNECT & SUBSCRIBE:
👍 Like if you're ready for education transformation
💬 Comment: Which guest are you most excited to hear?
🔔 Subscribe for weekly teaching tips and instructional strategies
📱 Share Wednesday reels with your teaching team
Join me in creating thriving students through classroom belonging, student engagement, and inspired teaching. Let's make 2026 a year of teacher impact and school change!
CHAPTERS
0:00 Welcome & Happy New Year 2026!
0:05 NEW Podcast Format Announcement
0:25 Monday/Wednesday/Friday Episode Structure
0:45 January Theme: Imagination, Play & Storytelling
0:55 Guest #1: Rusty Keeler on Loose Parts & Outdoor Play
1:10 Guest #2: Dr. Michelle Chanda Singh on Storytelling Power
1:20 Guest #3: Maria Walther on Read Alouds & Shared Experiences
1:30 Guest #4: Katie Keier on Writers Playshop
1:45 Call to Action: Join Our Conversations
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When coaches, teachers, administrators, and families work hand in hand, it fosters a school atmosphere where everyone is inspired and every student is fully engaged in their learning journey.
