418 Unlocking Innovation: Immersive Learning for Professional Development with Dr. Rachel Arpin

In this episode of Restart Recharge, hosts Matthaeus Huelse and Katie Ritter explore the world of immersive learning and escape rooms with Dr. Rachel Arpin, an expert in instructional design. Dr. Arpin discusses her innovative approaches to creating transformative learning environments, including the use of digital and in-person escape rooms for leadership development. The conversation…

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417 Learning is a Contact Sport with Crissy Lauterbach

Supporting teachers through personalized coaching is a game-changer for both educators and students. In this episode, Matthaeus Huelse and Katie Ritter are joined by Crissy Lauterbach, founder of Contact Learning and Innovative Teaching and Learning Coordinator at Butler Tech, to explore how coaching cycles can unlock teacher potential. With over two decades of experience, Crissy…

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Special Episode: We’re Hiring!

In this special mini episode of Restart Recharge, Katie introduces the typical day of an instructional coach. Discover how coaches at Forward Edge collaborate with teachers to enhance learning outcomes, build relationships, and continuously grow professionally. Plus, learn about an exciting career opportunity at Forward Edge in Cincinnati, Ohio. Tune in to find out how…

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416 Engaging with Graphic Design

In this episode of Restart Recharge, we discuss the role of graphic design for teachers and coaches. Instructional design coach Grace Brown joins us to share her expertise on graphic design best practices, and integrating creative tools like Canva into the K12 classroom. Grace shares her stories of working with teachers to engage students with…

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415 Instructional Coach Watercooler Talks

This week, we bring you some “water cooler talk” with Roxy Thompson, lead instructional technology coach for Peoria Unified School District. With over 13 years of experience in education, Roxy shares how she amplifies her coaching impact across 44 schools and fosters a culture of blended learning. Roxy discusses the creation of “TechItUp,” a professional…

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414 Supporting New Teachers and Classroom Management

Supporting new teachers during their first five years is crucial for their long-term success and retention in the profession. In this episode, Matthaeus Huelse and Tyler Irwin are joined by Dr. Andrew Kwok, an associate professor from Texas A&M University, to discuss the unique challenges new teachers face and how instructional coaches can make a…

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413 – New Coach, New Building, New Beginnings

In this episode of Restart Recharge, we engage in a lively conversation with two of our very own instructional design coaches, Celine Thomas and Jamie Clausius. They provide a wealth of practical advice for instructional coaches, whether you're a seasoned professional or new to the role. The discussion touches on essential tips for overcoming isolation,…

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412 – Boost Your Coaching Impact with Data Insights

In this episode of Restart Recharge, we are joined by guest Elizabeth Sillies to discuss the crucial role of data in instructional coaching. Elizabeth, with nearly two decades of experience in education, shares her insights on the most important data points for measuring teacher and student growth. The episode covers strategies for building relationships, presenting…

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411 – EduGuardians, Assemble!

Welcome to another epic episode of Restart Recharge! This week, hosts Matthaeus Huelse and Katie Ritter are joined by the incredible EDU Guardians: Larisa Black, Aileen Wallace, Christie Cloud, and Alyssa Faubion (and Heather Brown). These educational superheroes share their origin story and the super tools that power their mission to unite and ignite the…

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Digital Danger Zone: Cybersecurity Essentials for Educators and Beyond

In this episode of Restart Recharge, Katie Ritter and Matthaeus Huelse tackle the important topic of cybersecurity in education with Kehlan Rutan, Senior Information Security Officer at Forward Edge. As schools become frequent targets for cyber threats, Kehlan shares his extensive experience in improving cybersecurity for K-12 schools, offering practical strategies to protect digital environments.…

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