Educate U.S.

What if the missing ingredient in education isn't a curriculum but connection? John Carlos Mauw of Apex Scholars joins the show to share how genuine mentorship, personality-matched tutoring, and deep community understanding are turning struggling students into confident, capable learners. Plus, hear how Apex is navigating school partnerships and using AI ethically to scale their impact. A must-listen for educators, parents, and anyone invested in reimagining student success.Follow Juan Carlos's work at - Website InstagramThe Educate U.S. podcast is presented by our friends over at Fresh Roasted Coffee LLC. & Positively Tea.  Enjoy a cup of the best tasting coffee (and tea!) while listening to Stacey & Patrice break down the latest from the world of education & beyond! Visit this link - https://lddy.no/1k3n0 & use their promo code EDUCATEUS for 20% off your first purchase! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Most schools ask educators to do too much with too little. Pablo Cesar Villavicencio (CEO of Alliance College Ready Public Schools) is changing that. In this episode, he reveals how his network doubled teacher planning time—from 4.5 hours to over 8 hours a week—resulting in higher morale, better instruction, and dramatic gains in college persistence. Discover how to leverage AI, reimagine school schedules, and overcome systemic funding shortages to fiercely protect teacher time. If you are ready to move past burnout and implement practical, equitable strategies that help teachers and students thrive, this episode is your blueprint. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, Stacey and Patrice explore how embracing grief can transform educators and communities. They discuss insights from Brian's book, The Optimist, and share strategies for processing grief through art therapy, movement, and more. Discover how emotional health fosters empathy and resilience, reducing burnout and bias in educational settings. Perfect for educators, families, and leaders seeking growth through emotional awareness. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Uncover the profound resilience and optimism rooted in the act of teaching. This episode reveals how educators, from middle school teachers to life-long mentors, transform lives, even in the face of grief, exhaustion, and life's toughest transitions. Join us as Brian Platzer shares a deeply personal story inspired by his former teacher, Rod Keating, navigating the weight of grief, legacy, and the unbreakable bond between teachers and students. Discover how this relationship inspired his heartfelt novel, The Optimists, a story that celebrates the extraordinary impact of one mentor’s influence and the cycle of growth, loss, and renewal.Find links to purchase the book: https://www.brianplatzer.com/the-optimistsPeople Article mentioned: https://people.com/brian-platzer-the-optimists-exclusive-essay-11910548The Educate U.S. podcast is presented by our friends over at Fresh Roasted Coffee LLC. & Positively Tea.  Enjoy a cup of the best tasting coffee (and tea!) while listening to Stacey & Patrice break down the latest from the world of education & beyond! Visit this link - https://lddy.no/1k3n0 & use their promo code EDUCATEUS for 20% off your first purchase! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Stacey & Patrice are back with a discussion on changes in higher education and the public perception about whether a college degree is still the end goal for people, or are vocational schools and even enter the job field earlier, more valuable than the cost associated with getting that degree.The Educate U.S. podcast is presented by our friends over at Fresh Roasted Coffee LLC. & Positively Tea.  Enjoy a cup of the best tasting coffee (and tea!) while listening to Stacey & Patrice break down the latest from the world of education & beyond! Visit this link - https://lddy.no/1k3n0 & use their promo code EDUCATEUS for 20% off your first purchase! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.