Thursday, July 16, 2015

Tar Heel Teachers - July 2015 Episode

This month's episode is filled with many teachable moments! Let's learn together!
During this month's episode of Tar Heel Teachers...
  • 1:15 - Teacher Talk: The co-hosts discuss vouchers increasing enrollment in North Carolina’s private schools, tough negotiations over NC assistant funding, and supporters rallying behind the Nash-Rocky Mount superintendent following his resignation.
  • 14:25 - Kid Inventors: The co-hosts inspect 7th Grader Jamal Williams's original invention!
  • 17:10 - Tomorrow's Tools: Thelma Lou Gaines (Arts Educator at New Century International Elementary) talks about the importance of graphic novels.
  • 26:25 - The co-hosts share professional advice during Ask the Teachers!

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This show nor its co-hosts are perfect! We hope that you will grow and learn with us!

Thursday, June 25, 2015

Tar Heel Teachers - June 2015 Episode

This month's episode is filled with many teachable moments! Let's learning together!

During this month's episode of Tar Heel Teachers...
  • 1:05 - Teacher Talk - The co-hosts discuss the Monroe Class President who was pulled from the graduation line because of fake tickets, teachers speaking out about the NC Senate's budget proposal, and the Charlotte-Mecklenburg School System's recruitment of teachers via Craigslist.
  • 22:15 - Ashlee showcases concepts from Sean Covey's 7 Habits of Happy Kids.
  • 30:10 - Cassandra converses about how Word BINGO can help EC students to review the parts of speech.
  • 35:10 - Dia addresses the importance of incorporating student interests into classroom lessons.
  • 42:10 - Marlow discloses 4 Tips for Managing Your Teaching Career.
  • 49:00 - The co-hosts share professional advice during Ask the Teachers!

 
Here are the resources that Ashlee shared with the Tar Heel Teachers audience.

Please share your opinions of this month's show by posting your comments to this blog. You can also join the conversation by tweeting us @TarHeelTeachers via Twitter. Email is another viable option, write your comments to tarheelteachers@gmail.com. Also, do not forget to like Tar Heel Teachers on Facebook - www.facebook.com/TarHeelTeachers. We also post exclusive pictures to our Facebook Page!


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Sunday, May 31, 2015

Tar Heel Teachers - May 2015 Episode Coinciding with A Special Governor's Teacher Network Conference

This month's episode is filled with many teachable moments! Let's learn together!

During this month's episode of Tar Heel Teachers...
  • 1:10 - During Teacher Talk - the co-hosts discuss scarce playground time because of overcrowded elementary schools in the Charlotte-Mecklenburg System as well as the NC board backing 17 new charter schools for 2016.
  • 7:40 - Chatting with Members of the NC Governor's Teacher Network - the co-hosts interview 4 members (Heather Blackwell, Kate Wernersbach, Katie Hancock, and Rebecca Dean) of GTN about their year-long action research.
  • 17:05 - Politically Involved Educators - the co-hosts interview Robert Wilson (Democratic Candidate for NC Lt. Governor).
  • 23:35 - The co-hosts share professional advice during Ask the Teachers!


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Robert Wilson for NC Lt. Governor 2016
For more information about Robert Wilson's Campaign: http://www.robertwilson4ltgov.com/

Prior to the live taping of Tar Heel Teachers, A Special Conference took place to unveil Region 2 and Region 4 Governor's Teacher Network Projects. 

GTN Presenters shared information about their year-long action research.

The Operation Inquiry Trunk Show was one of the highlights of the GTN Conference. The 6th Graders did a fantastic job showcasing their products!

Saturday, April 11, 2015

Behind the Scenes of Tar Heel Teachers

Experience what it takes to make Tar Heel Teachers!

There is a whole other show before, during, and after Tar Heel Teachers! Watch the behind the scenes videos for Tar Heel Teachers!  
Pilot Episode

January 2015

February 2015

March 2015

April 2015

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Thursday, April 9, 2015

Tar Heel Teachers - April 2015 Episode

This month's episode is filled with many teachable moments! Let's learn together!
During this month's episode of Tar Heel Teachers...
  • 1:15 - During Teacher Talk, the co-hosts discuss the concept of stretching one great teacher across multiple classrooms, Hispanics helping to drive growth in the Charlotte-Mecklenburg School System, and students being responsible for most upkeep in schools in lieu of school janitors.
  •  16:20 - During Tomorrow's Tools, Dr. Toni Witherow (Mathematics Instructional Coach with the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction) shares a "frontloading" math strategy with Marlow and Dia.
  • 22:45 - The benefits of Upcyclying in the Classroom!  Aritia Smalls (AIG Consultant) tells Marlow and Ashlee how trash can be turned into organizational treasure.
  • 31:30 - The co-hosts share professional advice during Ask the Teachers!


Here is the frontloading format that Dr. Witherow shared with the Tar Heel Teachers regarding word problems. 

Please share your opinions of this month's show by posting your comments to this blog.  You can also join the conversation by tweeting us @tarheelteachers via Twitter.  Email is another viable option, write your comments to marlowmartis@gmail.com.  Also, do not forget to like Tar Heel Teachers on Facebook - www.facebook.com/TarHeelTeachers.

This show nor its co-hosts are perfect.  We hope that you will grow and learn with us.

Thursday, March 19, 2015

Tar Heel Teachers - March 2015 Episode

This month's episode is filled with many teachable moments! Let's learn together!

During this month's episode of Tar Heel Teachers...
  • 1:00 - During Teacher Talk, the co-hosts discuss the Final Graduating Class for the NC Teaching Fellows, Single-Gender Classes on the rise in Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools, and the benefits of Standing Desks.
  • 13:15 - Teachers as Advocates! Marlow and Ashlee talk with 3rd Grade Teacher - Amy Sparks about the Jarred Bryan Sparks Foundation, which she created in memory of her beloved son.
  • 22:30 - Healthy Lunch Choices for Teachers! Marlow and Cassandra are joined by Diane Wilson (6th Grade Teacher/Health Enthusiast) who shares healthy tidbits.
  • 30:25 - Tar Heel Teachers on the Town! Dia takes Marlow bowling in an effort to find balance and relaxation!
  • 38:45 - The co-hosts share professional advice during Ask the Teachers!

Please share your opinions of this month's show by posting your comments to this blog. You can also join the conversation by tweeting us @tarheelteachers via Twitter. Go to Facebook and Like our page (www.facebook.com/TarheelTeachers). Email is another viable option, write your comments to marlowmartis@gmail.com.

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Sunday, February 15, 2015

Tar Heel Teachers - February 2015 Episode

This month's episode is filled with many teachable moments! Let's learn together!

During this month's episode of Tar Heel Teachers...
  • 1:00 - During Teacher Talk, the co-hosts discuss the grading of North Carolina's public schools, a study that shows preschool reduces a need for special education, and how South Carolina high school students reacted to racism at their school. 
  • 10:45 - The significance of Partners in Education! Marlow and Ashlee chat with Darin Craig (Sales Professional with Lifetouch Photography) about his company's numerous partnerships with schools all over North Carolina.
  • 20:25 - Celebrating School Success!  Marlow and Cassandra converse with the Deep Sea Explorers (7th Grade Academic Team) from John Griffin Middle School about their selection as one of North Carolina's Middle School Teams to Watch.
  • 30:50 - The Importance of Community Service!  Marlow and Dia speak with Shamia Johnson and Dominique Weatherspoon (Seniors at Cross Creek Early College) about how they are utilizing their knitting club to change the lives of others.  They also show the co-hosts how to crochet.
  • 38:55 - The co-hosts share professional advice during Ask the Teachers.

Please share your opinions of this month's show by posting your comments to this blog. You can also join the conversation by tweeting us @tarheelteachers via Twitter. Go to Facebook and Like our page (www.facebook.com/TarHeelTeachers). Email is another viable option, write your comments to marlowmartis@gmail.com.

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Sunday, January 18, 2015

Tar Heel Teachers - January 2015 Episode

This month's episode is filled with many teachable moments! Let's learn together!

During this month's episode of Tar Heel Teachers...
  • 1:00 - During Teacher Talk, the co-hosts discuss Wake County's decision to move their middle schools to the 10-Point Grading Scale, How a Lack of Teacher Engagement is Linked to 2.3 Million Missed Workdays, and the Grading of North Carolina's public schools (A-F).
  • 12:30 - Community Involvement is important! Marlow and Dia chart with Josiah Boyd (5th Grade Philanthropist from Lake Rim Elementary) about his quest to provide necessities for today's homeless! Watch the interview for specific details!
  • 16:20 - A Dignified Debate Technology! Jason Edwards (English/Language Arts Teacher at EE Smith High School) highlights the benefits of technology in today's classrooms while Aretha Moultrie (English/Language Arts Teacher at South View Middle School) pinpoints a few pitfalls associated with technology usage.
  • 24:55 - For this edition of Teachers Taking Care of their Health, Marlow and Ashlee are joined by Certified Zumba Instructor Camille Newman (English/Language Arts Teacher at John Griffin Middle School) who gives the co-hosts a lesson.
  • 30:25 The co-hosts also shared professional advice during Ask the Teachers.

Please share your opinions of this month's show by posting your comments to this blog. You can also join the conversation by tweeting us @tarheelteachers via Twitter. Go to Facebook and Like our page (www.facebook.com/TarHeelTeachers). Email is another viable option, write your comments to marlowmartis@gmail.com.

This show nor its co-hosts are perfect! We hope that you will grow and learn with us!