Episode 121: Ensuring Education Continuity in the Face of Climate Change
12/17/24 • 29 min
What if schools could operate seamlessly during climate disasters and also serve as community havens? Join me as we unravel the vital links between climate change and K-12 education. With climate change increasingly closing schools due to wildfires, floods, and hurricanes, we'll uncover why many educators see its threat yet find action lacking. Discover the proactive measures schools can take to reduce their carbon footprints, invest in sustainable energy, and uphold the safety and learning of their students. I’ll also discuss the harsher realities faced by students of color and those from low-income families, highlighting the need for collaboration between schools, communities, and governments to forge effective climate action plans.
You'll hear about the trailblazing Lake Oswego School District in Oregon, where a sustainable elementary school stands as a model of resilience, capable of operating during emergencies and even serving as a community shelter. This episode emphasizes the critical need for schools to become climate-resilient community hubs, focusing on renewable energy, robust infrastructure, and enriched curricula. I’ll also provide actionable steps for parents eager to engage with schools on crafting climate resilience strategies and integrating climate change education for their children. Join me in advocating for comprehensive responses from school districts, as we shine a light on how they can address educational inequities intensified by climate change and prepare effectively for the environmental challenges ahead.
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What if schools could operate seamlessly during climate disasters and also serve as community havens? Join me as we unravel the vital links between climate change and K-12 education. With climate change increasingly closing schools due to wildfires, floods, and hurricanes, we'll uncover why many educators see its threat yet find action lacking. Discover the proactive measures schools can take to reduce their carbon footprints, invest in sustainable energy, and uphold the safety and learning of their students. I’ll also discuss the harsher realities faced by students of color and those from low-income families, highlighting the need for collaboration between schools, communities, and governments to forge effective climate action plans.
You'll hear about the trailblazing Lake Oswego School District in Oregon, where a sustainable elementary school stands as a model of resilience, capable of operating during emergencies and even serving as a community shelter. This episode emphasizes the critical need for schools to become climate-resilient community hubs, focusing on renewable energy, robust infrastructure, and enriched curricula. I’ll also provide actionable steps for parents eager to engage with schools on crafting climate resilience strategies and integrating climate change education for their children. Join me in advocating for comprehensive responses from school districts, as we shine a light on how they can address educational inequities intensified by climate change and prepare effectively for the environmental challenges ahead.
Check out my 24/7 interactive expert on my website! There are some great questions being asked and insightful conversations happening there... Go to https://liberation through education.com/ask-me-anything
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Episode 120: Equip Your Child with Skills for a Digital World
Unlock the secrets to preparing your children for a future where both social and artificial intelligence are key to career success. In this episode, I promise to equip you with the knowledge to bridge the gap between today’s digital skills and the soft skills crucial for employability. We'll delve into the importance of social intelligence, exploring teamwork, empathy, and conflict resolution as indispensable tools in the workplace. While our children might be tech-savvy, there's a pressing need to nurture communication, critical thinking, and professionalism amid the digital age's limited face-to-face interactions.
Join me as we explore how artificial intelligence can transform education, offering personalized career guidance and insights into personal strengths and weaknesses. We’ll discuss actionable steps for parents, like fostering discussions and project involvement at home, to nurture these vital skills. Highlighting the ethical use of AI, I underscore a balanced educational approach that marries technology with interpersonal skills, giving students a competitive edge in the labor market. Prepare to empower your children with the tools they need to thrive and actively participate in a rapidly changing, digitally-driven society.
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Episode 122: Harnessing Tutoring's Potential to Transform Student Success
The episode highlights the importance and value of tutoring in addressing academic struggles and fostering a growth mindset in students. Various forms of tutoring, such as high-dosage programs and community involvement, are discussed as vital components of educational success. Topics discussed include:
• Importance of identifying when a child needs tutoring
• Overview of high-dosage tutoring effectiveness
• Vacation academies as an innovative approach
• The role of parents in supporting tutoring programs
• Developing a growth mindset through positive reinforcement
• Significance of consistency in tutor-student relationships
• Balancing online and in-person tutoring strategies
• Research supporting tutoring's impact on academic success
• Encouragement for parents to take proactive measures
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K-12 Education: Untangled — Trends, Issues, and Parental Actions for Public Schools - Episode 121: Ensuring Education Continuity in the Face of Climate Change
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Welcome to another episode of K-12 Education Untangled . My name is Dr Kim J Fields , former corporate manager turned education researcher and advocate , and I'm the host of this podcast . I got into this space after dealing with some frustrating interactions with school educators and administrators , as well as experiencing the microaggressions that I faced as an African American mom ra
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