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Episode 3: Scott Murphy, Director of Curriculum, Instruction and Innovation

In this episode, we get together with Scott Murphy, Director of Curriculum, Instruction, and Innovation here in FCPS, to discuss innovation in education from an equity lens. Join us to hear where his passion for equity began, his insights on FCPS from a newcomer's perspective, and his emphasis on personalized learning as a pathway to equitable instruction. 

Episode 2: Lindsay Anderson, High School Art

In this episode, we sit down with Lindsay Anderson, a high school art teacher from Frederick, MD. Tune in to hear how Lindsay cultivates creativity in her classroom and engages reluctant learners through authentic learning experiences that are relevant, valuable and interesting. You'll also hear how she gives feedback and grading assignments without taking any work home and uses innovative and practical onboarding strategies to set her students up for success.

Episode 1: Evan Silver, Middle School Math Intervention

In this episode, we get to chat with Evan Silver, a middle school math teacher who currently is teaching math intervention in Frederick, Maryland. His mindful use of technology to enhance instruction can be modified to be used in a broad variety of classroom environments, and from wigs, to puppets, to sticks and lint, his innovative ways to engage students will keep you listening for more.