LinkedUp: Breaking Boundaries in Education

What if learning to read English didn't have to be so difficult? Jamie and Jerri sit down with Narda Pitkethly, founder of the Nardagani Reading Program, to explore that very question. She shares the story behind her unique, symbol-based approach to literacy, inspired by the Japanese Hiragana writing system and refined through decades of research. Designed for learners of all ages, the Nardagani method helps readers decode English with greater confidence and ease.Narda's TEDx Talk, A New Way to Learn to Read English, has been viewed more than 1.5 million times, inspiring educators and families around the world to rethink how reading is taught. Tune in as we discuss the inspiration behind the Nardagani Reading Program, the research that shaped its development, and the impact this innovative (and free) approach is having on learners around the world.---ABOUT OUR GUESTNarda Pitkethly is the founder and CEO of the Read Nardagani Program, an innovative method and app helping people around the world learn to read and confidently pronounce English. Since its creation in 2002, Nardagani has evolved from a passionate idea into a proven tool embraced by learners of all ages. In 2017, Narda shared her groundbreaking approach in her TEDx talk, A New Way to Learn to Read English.---SUBSCRIBE TO THE SERIES: ⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠YouTube Music⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Overcast⁠⁠⁠FOLLOW US: ⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠POWERED BY CLASSLINK: ClassLink provides one-click single sign-on into web and Windows applications, and instant access to files at school and in the cloud. Accessible from any computer, tablet, or smartphone, ClassLink is ideal for 1to1 and Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) initiatives. Learn more at ⁠⁠⁠classlink.com⁠⁠⁠.

What does it take to turn a big idea into meaningful action? Meet the “Kipinator” aka Dr. Kip Glazer, principal of Mountain View High School, a California Distinguished School, and author of Ready to Lead with AI.Kip joins Jerri and Jamie to talk about building a strong school culture, helping educators navigate AI, and leading change with purpose. From the everyday realities of school leadership to the stage at The Washington Post’s Global Women’s Summit, she brings an energetic, deeply human perspective to the work. Together, they explore how leaders can build trust, bring others along, and keep students and relationships at the center of every decision.---ABOUT OUR GUESTDr. Kip Glazer is principal of Mountain View High School in Silicon Valley, author of Ready to Lead with AI, and a nationally recognized voice on AI and education. A former classroom teacher and instructional technology coach, she brings more than 20 years of experience to helping school leaders navigate innovation with clarity and purpose. Kip holds a doctorate in Learning Technologies from Pepperdine University and advises organizations including Common Sense Media and the EngageAI Institute. She has contributed to national conversations hosted by the U.S. Department of Education and The Washington Post.---SUBSCRIBE TO THE SERIES: ⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠YouTube Music⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Overcast⁠⁠⁠FOLLOW US: ⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠POWERED BY CLASSLINK: ClassLink provides one-click single sign-on into web and Windows applications, and instant access to files at school and in the cloud. Accessible from any computer, tablet, or smartphone, ClassLink is ideal for 1to1 and Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) initiatives. Learn more at ⁠⁠⁠classlink.com⁠⁠⁠.

What does meaningful technology integration look like when big ideas meet the everyday realities of school? Jerri and Jamie sit down with Samantha Armstrong, an instructional coach and hands-on technology integrator who brings a practical perspective to AI and classroom innovation.Samantha keeps the conversation focused on what teachers and students actually need. Together, we explore how instructional coaching can build confidence, create room for thoughtful experimentation, and help educators turn new possibilities into classroom practices that support learning. At the center is a simple idea: Technology works best when it serves the people using it and the learning they want to make possible.---ABOUT OUR GUESTSamantha Armstrong is an Instructional Technology Coach at Muhlenberg School District with 32 years of experience in K–12 public education. She leads the district’s AI Empowered Classrooms initiative, helping educators integrate generative AI responsibly while keeping equity, accessibility, and human connection at the center.---SUBSCRIBE TO THE SERIES: ⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠YouTube Music⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Overcast⁠⁠⁠FOLLOW US: ⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠POWERED BY CLASSLINK: ClassLink provides one-click single sign-on into web and Windows applications, and instant access to files at school and in the cloud. Accessible from any computer, tablet, or smartphone, ClassLink is ideal for 1to1 and Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) initiatives. Learn more at ⁠⁠⁠classlink.com⁠⁠⁠.

AI in education is changing faster than most schools can keep up. So what actually deserves educators’ attention right now? This week, we're welcoming Dan Fitzpatrick, The AI Educator, for a practical look at where AI is headed and what it means for teaching, learning, and leadership. Fresh from hosting the Back to School AI Summit, editing the latest edition of "The Educators’ AI Guide," and speaking with leaders shaping the technology, Dan shares what he is seeing from the front row.Together, they explore what is changing faster than many realize, how schools can prepare students for an unpredictable future, and why human judgment and connection must remain at the center. Consider this your AI catch-up session: clear, grounded, and focused on what educators need to know now.---ABOUT OUR GUESTDan Fitzpatrick, known as The AI Educator, is an educator, author, speaker, and strategist who helps schools navigate AI with clarity and confidence. A former teacher and assistant headteacher, he has trained more than 150,000 educators across 30+ countries.Dan is a Forbes contributor, founder of AI Educator Tools, host of the AI for Educators Daily podcast, author of Infinite Education, co-author of The AI Classroom, and editor of The Educators’ AI Guide.---SUBSCRIBE TO THE SERIES: ⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠YouTube Music⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Overcast⁠⁠⁠FOLLOW US: ⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠POWERED BY CLASSLINK: ClassLink provides one-click single sign-on into web and Windows applications, and instant access to files at school and in the cloud. Accessible from any computer, tablet, or smartphone, ClassLink is ideal for 1to1 and Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) initiatives. Learn more at ⁠⁠⁠classlink.com⁠⁠⁠.

When everything feels urgent, how do you decide what truly deserves your time? This week, Jerri and Jamie sit down with Sean Precious to explore how principals can bring more intention to demanding days and make room for the work that matters most: supporting teachers, connecting with students, and leading learning.Sean shares a practical five-step method for understanding where time goes, creating trusted systems, planning the week, reviewing priorities, and deciding what to prioritize, delegate, defer, or delete.---ABOUT OUR GUESTSean Precious is an experienced K–12 education leader with expertise in school supervision, professional learning, educator training, education policy, and adult education. Sean also serves as an adjunct professor at Regis University and CU Denver and is a former board member of Denver Kids.---SUBSCRIBE TO THE SERIES: ⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Apple Podcasts⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠YouTube Music⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Overcast⁠⁠⁠FOLLOW US: ⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠Twitter⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠POWERED BY CLASSLINK: ClassLink provides one-click single sign-on into web and Windows applications, and instant access to files at school and in the cloud. Accessible from any computer, tablet, or smartphone, ClassLink is ideal for 1to1 and Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) initiatives. Learn more at ⁠⁠⁠classlink.com⁠⁠⁠.