contemplating a brave new classroom
Written by Celeste Kirsh
How might schools support trans students to ensure that all young people can reach their fullest potential? Today Kai Cheng Thom sits down to discuss her work, journey through school, and hope—among other things. Kai Cheng Thom is a writer, performer, cultural worker, and speaker. She also just happened to work with my wife for … Continue reading “25. Growing up trans with Kai Cheng Thom”
Written by Celeste Kirsh
Welcome to the second episode in the teachers who run mini-series. Today I talk to Tim Somerville about the many surprising overlaps in his practice as both a teacher and long distance runner. Tim Somerville is a grade 8 science teacher, an accomplished marathoner, and a very witty person to get to talk to about … Continue reading “24. Teachers who run (a mini-series) with Tim Somerville”
Written by Celeste Kirsh
It’s kind of like a hockey arena: you have the boards set up so they can skate around the rink and they can’t go beyond. Today I talk to master teacher, Chris Russell, on some of his best Classroom Management strategies. I met Chris Russell in my first year of teaching. I had the best … Continue reading “23. Intuitive classroom management strategies with Chris Russell”
