Ed Soul

January is National Poverty Awareness month. In this episode, poverty expert Paul Gorski gives us concrete examples of ways that well-intentioned traditions create economic barriers for students and …

Minnesota is home to 11 federally recognized tribes and our Minnesota academic standards are written to reflect and include Native perspectives that represent both historical and contemporary example…

November is Native American Heritage Month. This episode brings you primary voices featured live from our Sourcewell professional learning opportunity, Using an Indigenous Lens that Honors the Past, …

Brains aren't a one-size-fits-all organ, yet our school systems were created to best serve students with neurotypical brains. Students and adults whose brains work differently encounter extra challen…

Dr. Muhammad lights the way for educators committed to supporting all students, discussing how to relentlessly pursue success for all students. We know that transforming school culture starts with ea…

Starting the new school year can produce some nerves or anxiety.  Will I be able to manage my classroom? Which rituals and routines do I choose? How do I know if it’s working and what do I do if I fe…

Author, and global presenter, Dr. Phil Warrick joins us for a mini episode sharing content from his breakout session at the 2023 Sourcewell Educator Summit. Dr. Phil encourages us to focus on “the ri…

We’re back with Season 3 of Ed Soul, bringing you a healthy dose of inspiration and motivation for the new school year. If you were able to join us at the Sourcewell Educators Summit, this episode’s …

Music Therapy and Educator Mary Ellenson and Visual Community Artist Maria Ervasti share their personal and professional insights on why prioritizing the arts in education is vital to our student's p…

Dr. Tina H. Boogren is a fierce advocate for educators, particularly for their well-being. In this episode, Tina shares ways to prioritize taking care of our educators both individually and collectiv…

We say we believe all students can learn, but too often we plan for and set goals for less than 100% success.  Dr. Robyn Jackson inspires us to commit to nothing less than 100% visioning and shares s…

When our schools and community leaders work together to support one another, students and constituents are the beneficiaries. Mayor Dave shares his experience working together with the schools as a l…

Kevin and Jordan, founders of Metier, share with us how their program is working to help 5th-8th graders find the truest, happiest, and greatest versions of themselves that align with careers that lo…

Connecting and supporting students to careers and opportunities post-secondary “takes a village.”.  Learn how the Sourcewell Career Consultant Program is supporting this identified need in schools. 

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Preparing our students with 22nd-century skills that connect student abilities and interests to in-demand careers is largely tied to a solid career and technical education planning model.  Troy Hauge…

Kids are at the forefront of demographic change in our state. In this episode, hear from Senior Demographer Megan Dayton on how population changes are impacting our communities and schools in central…

March is Women’s History Month, and this episode focuses on how education can build confidence, provide mirrors, and demystify pathways for our young girls and women to follow their dreams and take a…

Educator Connection

As Educators, it is important that we continually expand our knowledge and understanding around multiple ways of being.  This episode helps us build that muscle!  Whether you teach…

February Celebrations: Black History Month & I Love to Read Month

• Author studies focused on authors of color
• A variety of texts, graphic novels, author websites or virtual author visits
• Martin’s Big Wor…

February Celebrations: Black History Month & I Love to Read Month 

•  Flood the classroom library with texts from various cultures and backgrounds

• Be mindful of “windows and mirrors”

•  Read authors f…