The Embrace the Messy Podcast with Shannon Schinkel

14 - Annick Rauch Embraces the Messy

***NOTE: This episode contains a discussion about pregnancy loss and there is also a brief mention of suicide.***
In this episode, Shannon and Annick Rauch discuss Annick's beautiful book, PheMOMenal Teacher: Pursue Your Dreams and still Be Your Best Self at Work and at Home.  Before the conversation, Shannon reveals that she's struggling to to balance her desire to prepare teachers for much needed assessment reform and piling more on their plates.
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Annick Rauch is a passionate grade 1 French immersion teacher who began her teaching career in 2009. She was chosen as an inaugural educator to open École Sage Creek School where she continues to teach today. She prides herself on developing relationships with students in order to create a classroom community where everyone encourages, supports, and challenges one another. She incorporates students’ interests and passions into their learning and truly loves what she does. Outside of school, Annick is a very busy mom. She and her husband Chris have four energetic boys.
 
You can find more about Annick Rauch at https://www.annickrauch.ca/
 
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Have a suggestion for someone Shannon should interview, a question about an episode, or some feedback about the podcast, email Shannon here: embracethemessypodcast@gmail.com. 
 
Thankyou for listening! Don't forget to subscribe so you don't miss an episode.
 
Shannon's blog can found here: www.mygrowthmindset.home.blog
Shannon's Facebook groups:
-Beyond Report Cards (for educators who use the British Columbia curriculum)
-The Humanities Zone (for any educator who teaches Social Studies or English)
Shannon is on Twitter (X) and Threads : @DramaQueenBRC
 
 
 

13 -Livia Chan Embraces the Messy

In this episode, Shannon speaks with British Columbia educator, author, speaker and "atomic habits" champion, Livia Chan. They dive into gratitude and the impact meaningful connections have had on themselves and others.
 
Before the conversation with Livia Chan, Shannon talks about the importance of community.
 
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You can find Livia's blog, books, and availability at LIVIA CHAN | Working together to better ourselves, each other, and the world around us. (livchan.com)
 
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Have a suggestion for someone Shannon should interview, a question about an episode, or some feedback about the podcast, email Shannon here: embracethemessypodcast@gmail.com. 
 
Thankyou for listening! Don't forget to subscribe so you don't miss an episode.
 
Shannon's blog can found here: www.mygrowthmindset.home.blog
Shannon's Facebook groups:
-Beyond Report Cards (for educators who use the British Columbia curriculum)
-The Humanities Zone (for any educator who teaches Social Studies or English)
Shannon is on Twitter (X) and Threads : @DramaQueenBRC
 
 

12 - Marisa Thompson Embraces the Messy

In this episode, Shannon talks with instructional coach, presenter, and classroom teacher, Marisa Thompson. Marisa resides in California and is famous for supporting teachers with her TQE method and other strategies that put students at the center of learning and teachers with real-time data rather than loads of marking.
 
Before the conversation, Shannon shares a special extra long opening with a strategy that will help you build in twenty-first-century skills into any course, any unit, and any lesson.
Links to resources mentioned:
Poster: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/67mf8wjwutrpi2znqm4dy/Poster-21st-Century-Learning-Using-the-curriculum-to-develop-the-skills-of-critical-thinking-creativity-communication-and-collaboration.pdf?rlkey=yumoer89epvkcevjz0qryhfnp&dl=0
Individual and Collaborative Creative ideas:
https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/oof6k7gcpvhdez0qbdxe7/Individual-and-Collaborative-Creative-Learning-Activities.docx?rlkey=l7ck28nykp7n35sip5d4m8q1o&dl=0
 
 
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You can find Maria at:
www.unlimitedteacher.com
X - @MarisaEThompson
 
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Have a suggestion for someone Shannon should interview, a question about an episode, or some feedback about the podcast, email Shannon here: embracethemessypodcast@gmail.com. 
 
Thankyou for listening! Don't forget to subscribe so you don't miss an episode.
 
Shannon's blog can found here: www.mygrowthmindset.home.blog
Shannon's Facebook groups:
-Beyond Report Cards (for educators who use the British Columbia curriculum)
-The Humanities Zone (for any educator who teaches Social Studies or English)
Shannon is on Twitter (X) and Threads : @DramaQueenBRC
 

11 - BONUS EPISODE - Intentional Assessment

In this bonus, solo episode Shannon shares how intentionally using standards-based grading and learning is what actually changes how students view proficiency levels.
Link to resource mentioned: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/pmdtv9673rke0fu2s4hz6/English-8-Writing-Rubric-Embrace-the-Messy-Podcast.docx?rlkey=w70iupy699pzo437gaofvzo4d&dl=0
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Have a suggestion for someone Shannon should interview, a question about an episode, or some feedback about the podcast, email Shannon here: embracethemessypodcast@gmail.com. 
 
Thankyou for listening! Don't forget to subscribe so you don't miss an episode.
 
Shannon's blog can found here: www.mygrowthmindset.home.blog
Shannon's Facebook groups:
-Beyond Report Cards (for educators who use the British Columbia curriculum)
-The Humanities Zone (for any educator who teaches Social Studies or English)
Shannon is on Twitter (X) and Threads : @DramaQueenBRC

10 - Chris Carson Embraces the Messy

In this conversation, Shannon talks with her former student, Chris Carson, who is now an actor in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. Shannon and Chris talk about how he got bit by the acting bug and his acting journey over the past twelve years since he graduated from high school. They talk about passion and growth, the highs and the lows, and how important people and time are. This conversation will inspire all listeners in education and anyone looking for a story about resilience. 
 
Before the conversation, Shannon talks about movies, movies, movies!
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Check out Chris Carson's acting, directing, and writing 
Chris Carson - IMDb
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Have a suggestion for someone Shannon should interview, a question about an episode, or some feedback about the podcast, email Shannon here: embracethemessypodcast@gmail.com. 
 
Thankyou for listening! Don't forget to subscribe so you don't miss an episode.
 
Shannon's blog can found here: www.mygrowthmindset.home.blog
Shannon's Facebook groups:
-Beyond Report Cards (for educators who use the British Columbia curriculum)
-The Humanities Zone (for any educator who teaches Social Studies or English)
Shannon is on Twitter (X) and Threads : @DramaQueenBRC
 
 
 

9 - Tom Schimmer Embraces the Messy

In this conversation, Shannon talks with author, speaker, and consultant, Tom Schimmer about his new book, Redefining Student Accountability: A Proactive Approach to Teaching Behavior Outside the Gradebook. From Vancouver, British Columbia (Canada), Tom is recognized as a leader and expert in classroom assessment, sound grading practices, educational leadership, and RTI.
 
Before the conversation, Shannon talks about embracing the messy of speaking out on assessment reform and how there's no time like the present.
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For more information about Tom Schimmer, check out his website, www.tomschimmer.com
You can also find Tom at:
@TomSchimmerPod and @Tom Schimmer on X
@tomschimmer on Instagram
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Have a suggestion for someone Shannon should interview, a question about an episode, or some feedback about the podcast, email Shannon here: embracethemessypodcast@gmail.com. 
 
Thankyou for listening! Don't forget to subscribe so you don't miss an episode.
 
Shannon's blog can found here: www.mygrowthmindset.home.blog
Shannon's Facebook groups:
-Beyond Report Cards (for educators who use the British Columbia curriculum)
-The Humanities Zone (for any educator who teaches Social Studies or English)
Shannon is on Twitter (X) and Threads : @DramaQueenBRC
 
 

8 - Lainie Rowell Embraces the Messy

In this conversation, Shannon talks with author, speaker, and consultant, Lainie Rowell about gratitude's impact on educators and students.
 
Lainie Rowell lives in Huntington Beach, California. She is a bestselling author, award-winning educator, and TEDx speaker. She is dedicated to human flourishing focusing on community building, social-emotional learning, and honoring what makes each of us unique and dynamic through learner-driven design. She earned her degree in psychology and went on to earn postgraduate degrees in education. As an international keynoter and a consultant, Lainie’s client list ranges from Fortune 100 companies like Apple and Google to school districts and independent schools. She is the author of Evolving with Gratitude and Bold Gratitude: The Journal Designed for You & By You.
 
Before the conversation, Shannon talks about the importance of kindness throughout the year.
 
For more information about Lainie Rowell, check out:
Linktr.ee/LainieRowell
Lainie Rowell on X (Twitter): @LainieRowell
Lainie Rowell on Instagram: @lainierowell
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Have a suggestion for someone Shannon should interview, a question about an episode, or some feedback about the podcast, email Shannon here: embracethemessypodcast@gmail.com. 
 
Thankyou for listening! Don't forget to subscribe so you don't miss an episode.
 
Shannon's blog can found here: www.mygrowthmindset.home.blog
Shannon's Facebook groups:
-Beyond Report Cards (for educators who use the British Columbia curriculum)
-The Humanities Zone (for any educator who teaches Social Studies or English)
Shannon is on Twitter (X) and Threads : @DramaQueenBRC

7 - Katie White Embraces the Messy

In this conversation, Shannon talks with author, speaker, and consultant, Katie White about assessment, consulting, the Canadian Assessment for Learning Network, and how when educators get together, magical things happen. 
 
Katie White hails from Saskatchewan, Canada. She is the author of Unlocked, Softening the Edges, and Student Self-Assessment, and the co-author of Concise Answers to Frequently Asked Questions About Assessment and Grading (with Nicole Dimich, Cassandra Erkens, Jadi Miller, and Tom Schimmer).  She is a highly sought after consultant.
 
Before the conversation, Shannon reflects on another high school educator who was the very essence of compassion and inclusion.
 
For more information about Katie White, check out:
@kw426 | Linktree
Katie White on X (Twitter): @KatieWhite426
Katie White  on Instagram: @softedgedlearning
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Have a suggestion for someone Shannon should interview, a question about an episode, or some feedback about the podcast, email Shannon here: embracethemessypodcast@gmail.com. 
 
Thankyou for listening! Don't forget to subscribe so you don't miss an episode.
 
Shannon's blog can found here: www.mygrowthmindset.home.blog
Shannon's Facebook groups:
-Beyond Report Cards (for educators who use the British Columbia curriculum)
-The Humanities Zone (for any educator who teaches Social Studies or English)
Shannon is on Twitter (X) and Threads : @DramaQueenBRC

6 - Dr. Shelley Moore Embraces the Messy

Before her conversation with Shelley Moore, Shannon challenges educators to envision not just grade level expectations confined to a rigid period of time, but an inclusive classroom where all learners have goals and don't need to be segregated from their peers. 
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Based in Vancouver, British Columbia, Dr. Shelley Moore is a highly sought-after inclusive education researcher, collaborator, consultant and storyteller, and has worked with school districts and community organizations throughout Canada and the United States. 
Her research has been featured at international conferences including the Council of Exceptional Children (CEC), the International Reading Association (IRA), the National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE), The American Education Research Association (AERA), and the Canadian Society for Studies in Education (CSSE). 
Shelley completed her undergraduate degree in Special Education at the University of Alberta, her masters at Simon Fraser University, and her Ph.D. at the University of British Columbia.
Dr. Shelley Moore is an author and speaker with a passion for teaching to diversity and showing educators around the world how to make their classrooms places where all students thrive. Her book, One Without the Other: Stories of Unity Through Diversity and Inclusion, podcast, The Five Moore Minutes Podcast, and her Five Moore Minutes video series are a must-read, listen, and watch for every educator.
 
For more information about Dr. Shelley Moore, check out:
One Without the Other: Stories of Unity Through Diversity and Inclusion
www.drshelleymoore.com
On X: @tweetsomemoore
On Instagram: @fivemooreminutes
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Have a suggestion for someone Shannon should interview, a question about an episode, or some feedback about the podcast, email Shannon here: embracethemessypodcast@gmail.com. 
 
Thankyou for listening! Don't forget to subscribe so you don't miss an episode.
 
Shannon's blog can found here: www.mygrowthmindset.home.blog
Shannon's Facebook groups:
-Beyond Report Cards (for educators who use the British Columbia curriculum)
-The Humanities Zone (for any educator who teaches Social Studies or English)
Shannon is on Twitter (X) and Threads : @DramaQueenBRC
 
 

5 - Lisa Baylis Embraces the Messy

In this conversation, Shannon discusses mindfulness and self-compassion with Lisa Baylis, who is an expert in these areas. She is a former teacher and school counsellor. She is the author of Self-Compassion for Educators and is a presenter, consultant, and facilitator.  She runs retreats and workshops to support educators. 
 
Before the conversation, Shannon shares her story of growth in the areas of self-compassion and mental health.
 
For more information about Lisa Baylis, check out:
Self-Compassion for Educators
www.lisabaylis.com
Lisa Baylis on X (Twitter): @Lisa_Baylis
Lisa Baylis on Instagram: @lisabaylis
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Have a suggestion for someone Shannon should interview, a question about an episode, or some feedback about the podcast, email Shannon here: embracethemessypodcast@gmail.com. 
 
Thankyou for listening! Don't forget to subscribe so you don't miss an episode.
 
Shannon's blog can found here: www.mygrowthmindset.home.blog
Shannon's Facebook groups:
-Beyond Report Cards (for educators who use the British Columbia curriculum)
-The Humanities Zone (for any educator who teaches Social Studies or English)
Shannon is on Twitter (X) and Threads : @DramaQueenBRC