Education Counts Michiana - January 31st, 2024

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  Megan Baughman, Douglas Hunnings, Lynette Kovacs, Cathy O'Connor, Osvaldo Salazar, Jessica Moreno More Information

  ETHOS Innovation Center

  

  City: Elkhart, IN

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  ETHOS STEM and Innovation Center launched a National Science Curriculum called Grade Level Certified. The K-5 initiative provides innovative lab kits to teachers and classrooms to expose students to grade level science standards. The learn, play, connect concept meets curriculum standards and the student engagement promotes knowledge retention.

  Videographer - Kristen Franklin

  Editor - Greg Banks

  For additional information visit:

  • ETHOS Innovation Center
  • How Hands-On Experience Impacts STEM Learning
  • Trends in STEM Education

  Guests:

  1. Megan BaughmanCEOETHOS Innovation Center
     
  2. Douglas HunningsDirector of STEM EducationETHOS Innovation Center
     
  3. Lynette KovacsSTEM SpecialistETHOS Innovation Center
     
  4. Cathy O'ConnorExecutive Director Grade Level CertifiedETHOS Innovation Center
     
  5. Osvaldo SalazarDirector of OperationsETHOS Innovation Center
     
  6. Jessica Moreno5th Grade TeacherMonger Elementary - Elkhart Community Schools
     

  Additional Resources:

  • STEM Instruction Resources
  • STEM Education Resources for Parents

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  Marsha Terry, Leeann Wright, Bob Klitzman, Ph.D. More Information

  Pre-K in Pulaski County

  

  City: Winamac, IN

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  Pulaski County features a number of quality childcare options for families. Yet many Pre-K children are not receiving the education and services that can prepare them for school. Community leaders and childcare providers across Pulaski County are working together to create solutions to issues at the Pre-K level.

  For additional information visit:

  • Community Foundation of Pulaski County
  • Social and Emotional Skill Progression in Pre-K
  • Current Issues in the Child Care Sector
  • Child Care Desert Interactive Map

  Guests:

  1. Marsha TerryOwner and OperatorMarsha's Family Child Care
     
  2. Leeann WrightExecutive DirectorCommunity Foundation of Pulaski County
     
  3. Bob Klitzman, Ph.D.PresidentPulaski Alliance for Community Education
     

  Additional Resources:

  • Early Learning Resources
  • Preschool Learning at Home

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  Wawasmogishek, Syd Bastos, Marcia Stucki More Information

  Food Sovereignty

  

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  Food sovereignty represents the right of peoples to control their land and food production. At the Vicksburg Cultural Arts Center, members of the Pokagon Band of Potawatomi and Nottawaseppi Huron Band of Potawatomi shared knowledge of culturally significant food and other natural resources. The event created opportunities for community members to learn about food sovereignty and take part in shared healing.

  For additional information visit:

  • Food Sovereignty Goes Global
  • NHBP Wild Rice Restoration
  • What Is Food Sovereignty, and Why Is It Important?

  Guests:

  1. WawasmogishekCulture SpecialistNottawaseppi Huron Band of the Potawatomi
     
  2. Syd BastosProject Manager and Board MemberVicksburg Cultural Arts Center
     
  3. Marcia StuckiAttendeeFood Sovereignty Presentation
     

  Additional Resources:

  • Pokagon Band of Potawatomi - Natural Resources, Wildlife and Conservation
  • NHBP Culture Resources
  • Pokagon Band of Potawatomi Culture and History Resources

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  Katie Jenner, Ph.D., Jane Foley, Josh Dingeldein, Tynley Gantz, Preston Wolfe More Information

  Excellence in Teaching

  

  City: Plymouth, IN

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  Josh Dingeldein, a teacher at Plymouth High School, recently received the prestigious Milken Educator Award at a surprise event. The Milken Family Foundation presents this award to a select group of educators nationwide who represent excellence in their professions. Mr. Dingeldein, his students, and the Milken Family Foundation shared their thoughts on what excellence in teaching looks like and how we can support educators in our community.

  For additional information visit:

  • Milken Educator Awards
  • Building Authentic Relationships with Students
  • Attrition in Teaching - And How We Can Help

  Guests:

  1. Katie Jenner, Ph.D.Secretary of EducationState of Indiana
     
  2. Jane FoleySenior Vice PresidentMilken Family Foundation
     
  3. Josh DingeldeinEnglish TeacherPlymouth High School
     
  4. Tynley GantzStudentPlymouth High School
     
  5. Preston WolfeStudentPlymouth High School
     

  Additional Resources:

  • Classroom Resources for Educators
  • Teaching Matters - NPR Podcast Series

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  Michelle Jennings, Angela Blake, Kasasanda Yobbe More Information

  A Common Thread

  

  City: South Bend, IN

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  St. Margaret’s House in South Bend presented a storytelling event called A Common Thread. Guests, staff, and volunteers at St. Margaret’s House shared stories about their life experiences to a large audience at Indiana University South Bend. By telling their stories, the participants helped promote empowerment, embrace connection, and strengthen community bonds.

  For additional information visit:

  • St. Margaret's House - Day Center for Women and Children
  • Creating Community Through Storytelling
  • Stories That Heal - NPR Podcast Series
  • Hope, Trauma, and the Power of Storytelling

  Guests:

  1. Michelle JenningsVolunteerSt. Margaret's House
     
  2. Angela BlakeAssistant Director of Guest ServicesSt. Margaret's House
     
  3. Kasasanda YobbeGuestSt. Margaret's House
     

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  Tyann Miller, Megan Hartman, Lara Palmer More Information

  JA in a Day

  

  City: Middlebury, IN

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  The JA in a Day event is one of the economic education programs created by Junior Achievement, and it covers all age ranges. K-3 students at Orchard View Elementary in Middlebury took part in activities such as creating piggy banks and designing businesses. They also learned from local professionals in different career fields. The goal of JA in a Day is to improve financial literacy skills and inspire students to dream big.

  For additional information visit:

  • Career Readiness at Early Ages
  • The Importance of Community Involvement in Schools
  • More States Requiring Financial Literacy Classes

  Guests:

  1. Tyann MillerVolunteerJunior Achievement of Elkhart County
     
  2. Megan HartmanProgram ManagerJunior Achievement of Elkhart County
     
  3. Lara PalmerSchool CounselorOrchard View Elementary School
     

  Additional Resources:

  • Junior Achievement of Northern Indiana Education Programs
  • Financial Literacy Instruction Resources

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  Maggie Okponobi, Sharon Stauffer, Pat Rezutko More Information

  Owls Club

  

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  The Owls Club in Elkhart provides a variety of classes and activities to community members over the age of 55. Activities range from pickleball to euchre, and classes cover health insurance and media literacy among other subjects. The mission of Owls Club is to provide spaces where participants can socialize, make friends, and embrace lifelong learning.

  For additional information visit:

  • The Loneliness Epidemic in America
  • Owls Club
  • Trends in Loneliness Among Seniors
  • Benefits of Lifelong Learning for Seniors
  • How Friendships Can Improve Health

  Guests:

  1. Maggie OkponobiExecutive DirectorOwls Club
     
  2. Sharon StaufferMemberOwls Club
     
  3. Pat RezutkoMemberOwls Club
     

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  Gloria Ladson-Billings, Ph.D., Hope Smith Davis, Ph.D., Cynthia Murphy, Kenneth Thomas, Monica Tetzlaff, Ph.D. More Information

  Culturally Inclusive Education Workshop

  

  City: South Bend, IN

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  Professional development is key for teachers to find new ways to support their students. Indiana University South Bend invited noted educator and author Gloria-Ladson Billings to speak to faculty about culturally inclusive education. The workshop covered ways to make classrooms and teaching practices more inclusive as well as how to make education more relevant to students and their cultures.

  For additional information visit:

  • What Is Culturally Relevant Teaching?
  • Tips for Promoting Inclusion in Classrooms
  • Culturally Responsive Teaching Strategies

  Guests:

  1. Gloria Ladson-Billings, Ph.D.Professor EmeritaUniversity of Wisconsin-Madison
     
  2. Hope Smith Davis, Ph.D.DeanIUSB School of Education
     
  3. Cynthia MurphyRecruitment and Retention CounselorIndiana University South Bend
     
  4. Kenneth ThomasSupervisor of Student TeachersIndiana University South Bend
     
  5. Monica Tetzlaff, Ph.D.Associate Professor of HistoryIndiana University South Bend
     

  Additional Resources:

  • Classroom Resources for Educators
  • Grow Global - NPR Education Podcast

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