The CharacterStrong Podcast
The CharacterStrong Podcast: Weekly conversations for anyone in education.
CharacterStrong provides an evidence-based, multi-tiered solution to support whole child success. Curricula and trainings that improve behavior, increase safety, and support mental health.
For more information visit our website: characterstrong.com
- Update frequency
- every 6 days
- Average duration
- 16 minutes
- Episodes
- 458
- Years Active
- 2019 - 2025
From Curriculum to Connection: Building Belonging with PBIS
Today our guest is Mariah Reed-Brown, School Counselor at Paradise Valley High School. We talk to Mariah about how she’s customized the CharacterStrong curriculum to strengthen her school’s PBIS fram…
Equipping Students To Navigate Conflict With Compassion - Jocelyn Pajimula
Today our guest is Jocelyn Pajimula the Social and Emotional Learning Coordinator & Restorative Practices Coach at Ewa Makai Middle School. We talk to Jocelyn about how her school have created a syst…
Living Out Your Purpose - Taryne Dismuke
Today our guest is Taryne Dismuke, Culture Catalyst at DO EWE Coaching & Consulting. We talk to Taryne about the concept of living out your pillars of purpose. She unpacks how easy it is to get pulle…
Helping Students Stay Present And Focused - Cara Newman
Today our guest is Cara Newman a 4th grade educator in the Plainedge School District. We talk to Cara about how a simple yet powerful practice—having students set intentions throughout the day—can in…
Building a Student-Centered MTSS: Mental Health Strategies That Work - Dr. Tinisha Parker
On this episode we are featuring content from our 2025 MTSS Summit! Dr. Tinisha Parker, Executive Director of Student Services for Gwinnett County Public Schools, shares her expertise on integratin…
Building a Mental Health Continuum Within MTSS: Strategies for Schools - Dr. Sharon Hoover
On this episode we are featuring content from our 2025 MTSS Summit! Dr. Sharon Hoover discusses the critical intersection of Multi-Tiered Systems of Support and mental health. As a leading expert i…
The Power of Community Circles: Strengthening Student Relationships & Behavior - Charles MacGregor
Today our guest is Charles MacGregor, a School Counselor at Penrose Elementary and emerging leader with the Colorado School Counselor Association Board of Directors. We talk to Charles about how his …
Advocating For School Counselors As Mental Health Professionals - Jordan Blevins
Today our guest is Jordan Blevins, School Counselor at Pacific Law Academy & 2025 California School Counselor of the Year
We talk to Jordan about the critical role school counselors play as student m…
Always Improving: Making Our Tier 2 Solution Even More Effective For Educators And Students - Dr. Clay Cook
Today our guest is Dr. Clay Cook, Chief Development Officer at CharacterStrong. We talk with Clay about the importance of Tier 2 interventions in schools. The discussion highlights key improvements t…
Empowering First-Generation Students: Strategies For Counselors And Schools - Carrie Woodard
Today our guest is Carrie Woodard the Director Student Support Services - School Counselors at Pittsburgh Public Schools. We talk to Carrie about ways that school counselors can create a strong suppo…
2025 NSCW: Beyond the Basics: Strengthening Student Support Systems - Dr. Damien Sweeney
Dr. Damien Sweeney shares his expertise on supporting students through strong relationships, collaboration, and culturally sustaining practices. Drawing from his diverse career in education, counseli…
Providing A Safe Environment In An Overcrowded Middle School - Rebecca Thompson & Charlee Breeden
Today our guests are Principal Rebecca Thompson & Associate Principal Charlee Breeden at Tomahawk Creek Middle School in Midlothian, VA
We talk to Rebecca & Charlee about how they create a safe, supp…
The Power Of A Warm Welcome: Creating Connections One Greeting At A Time - Josh Holbrook
Today our guest is Josh Holbrook, SEL Specialist at Rowan County Middle School in Kentucky . Josh dives into the impact of a simple warm welcome and shares about the fun way they partnered with stude…
Creating Connections: Cultural Intelligence And Family Engagement - Andrea Freile
Today our guest is Andrea Freile the Family Engagement and Communications Coordinator at Wayne County Public Schools. We talk to Andrea about Cultural Intelligence and she highlights the critical wor…
Building A Community Of Support Around Students - Jorge Torres
Today our guest is Jorge Torres the lead school counselor, at Foster High School in Tukwila, WA. Jorge shares heartfelt reflections on his own upbringing and the profound impact that a strong communi…
Top 6 of 2024 - The Law Of The Lid - John Norlin
Learn More About CharacterStrong:
- Access FREE MTSS Curriculum Samples
- Attend our next live product preview
- Visit the CharacterStrong Website
Top 6 of 2024 - Supporting Women In Educational Leadership - Dr. Lillie Cox
Learn More About CharacterStrong:
- Access FREE MTSS Curriculum Samples
- Attend our next live product preview
- Visit the CharacterStrong Website
Top 6 of 2024 - Using Data To Monitor And Enhance Student Success - Leandra Torra
Learn More About CharacterStrong:
- Access FREE MTSS Curriculum Samples
- Attend our next live product preview
- Visit the CharacterStrong Website
Top 6 of 2024 - The Importance Of Progress Monitoring & Data Collection - A.J. Howard
Learn More About CharacterStrong:
- Access FREE MTSS Curriculum Samples
- Attend our next live product preview
- Visit the CharacterStrong Website
Top 6 of 2024 - Supporting Implementation As An Administrator - Robert Mueller
Learn More About CharacterStrong:
- Access FREE MTSS Curriculum Samples
- Attend our next live product preview
- Visit the CharacterStrong Website