Code Breaker: Brian Aspinall

In this episode we speak to Don Epps and Daphne McMenemy about the July 22-23 virtual Code Breaker Power Summit featuring thought leaders, school leaders, system leaders and teacher leaders! Listen now and save the date! 

In this episode we speak to Colorado Superintendent Darrin Peppard about leading a school district through a pandemic, drive-thru graduation and his upcoming book called Road To Awesome! Two Roads Diverged and I Took the Road to AwesomeWhile Darrin is known for his positive outlook and energy, it hasn't always been that way during his educational career. There was a point when the negative road was 'easy street.'But then these two questions were asked, "Why does it always have to be about what they do wrong? Why can't it be about what they do right?" This hit Darrin like a bolt of lightning, splitting his path in two...From that moment on, Darrin has been on the Road To Awesome.Darrin Peppard is also a motivational speaker, consultant, and leadership coach. Darrin works with organizations and leaders to bring a culture of positive leadership, excellent climate, and results. Darrin's keen insight along with experiences as a superintendent, school principal, teacher and coach will help bring your organization to a new level. Darrin will get you on the Road To Awesome!!Find out more at www.codebreakeredu.com! 

In this episode we speak to Kindergarten teacher, author and Code Breaker's Social Media Director & Editor, Daphne McMenemy, about writing books, editing books, creative outlets and personal space in kindergarten. 

In this episode we speak to Dr. Lindy Ledohowski about academic writing, her start-up, Essay Jack, and her quarantine cat obsession. EssayJack for students:Get better grades. Get over writing anxiety and procrastination. Avoid cheating. Get essay writing help as you write.www.essayjack.com

In this episode we speak to STEM educator Amanda Green about space, student engagement, project based learning and admitting when were don't know something. It is OK to be where you are. It is NOT OK to stay there. Listen now!

In this episode we speak to the Mathematical Jester himself, Sunil Singh, about pop up schools, tequila and liquid coronas, and rescuing CDs and VHS tapes from burning buildings. Oh and of course, math anxiety and learning through play.  "We must teach the student, not the subject." 

In this episode we speak to grades 7-9 Science & STEAM teacher Julie Arsenault from Edmonton, Alberta about learning from failure and mistakes, the triangulation of data, Macgyvering Frankenstein projects and coding to learn! Listen now!

In this episode we speak to grade 7/8 teacher George Pearce (@GPearceWSD) about the joy of learning, live kahoots, intrinsic student motivation and STEMMING with Micro:Bit! Listen now! 

In this episode we speak to Mr. Chasing Greatness himself, Don Epps. Don is a middle school principal from Chanute, Kanas, who has a wicked way of engaging kids with state testing. Oh, and his latest project - a book called Finding Lost Smiles. Listen now! 

In this episode we speak to 7th grader Krishiv Shah from Long Island, NY who has invented an app that pings your phone if you get too close to another person. 

In this episode we speak to grade 6 teacher Michelle Hunter about being vulnerable, taking risks and student choice during remote learning. Shoutout to Mark Labuda and Mme Logan! "Use your house as a canvas!" 

In this episode we speak to STEM consultant Mark Labuda and Kindie teacher Daphne McMenemy about computational thinking during remote learning. 

In this episode we talk remote learning, Google Classroom, skipping report cards and the importance of feedback over grades, especially now. 

In this episode we speak with Daphne McMenemy - author, blogger, keynote speaker and kindie teacher - about her book, girls in STEM, virtual conferences and all things computer science. 

In this episode we discuss chicken farming, real estate investing and protecting our students' data and privacy with online learning. If you are using a free services, chances are you are the product being sold. 

In this episode we discuss remote learning, my Nana, passion projects / genius hour and that one time in the mid 90s when I built a 2Pac fansite. 

In this episode we explore remote vs. online learning, classrooms pets and our wicked awesome custodial staff! 

In this episode we explore the future of professional development after COVID19.

In this episode we explore all things remote learning, equity, access and of course, COVID19 and its lasting impact on education.