by DAPHNE MCMENEMY Kindergarten is like babysitting. All they do is play all day. Kindergarten should be cancelled this year. If my kid was in kindergarten, I wouldn’t send them to school. What’s the point? The list of things I’ve heard about Kindergarten could go on for days, but I’ll stop there. My favourites are […]
By Dr. Brandon Beck Twitter Chats were something that I knew very little about before the pandemic. If I am being honest, I never participated in one because I had no idea they existed. As I started to see posts with “Q1…A1…” followed by various hashtags I figured it out. Once I learned about the […]
Breaking code isn’t just about programming, it’s about disrupting the status quo. It is about challenging social norms. It is about having critical conversations. It is about challenging systematic beliefs. It is about educating the whole child – mind, body and soul. inspire. innovate. lead. teach. learn. Our mission is simple. Engaging students. Well, it […]
In this episode we speak to Don Epps and Daphne McMenemy about the July 22-23 virtual Code Breaker Power Summit featuring thought leaders, school leaders, system leaders and teacher leaders! Listen now and save the date! TwitterFacebookPinterestLinkedinemailReddit
In this episode we speak to Colorado Superintendent Darrin Peppard (@DarrinPeppard) about leading a district through a pandemic, drive-thru graduation and his upcoming book called Road To Awesome! From Darrin: Two Roads Diverged and I Took the Road to Awesome! While Darrin is known for his positive outlook and energy, it hasn’t always been that […]
In this episode we speak to Kindergarten teacher, author and Code Breaker Inc.’s Social Media Director & Editor, Daphne McMenemy (@McMenemyTweets), about writing books, editing books, creative outlets, fidget spinners, bottle flipping and personal space in kindergarten. Listen now! TwitterFacebookPinterestLinkedinemailReddit
This just in! Finding Lost Smiles by Don and Vickie Epps was published this morning from our wicked amazing Code Breaker team! About Finding Lost Smiles: Can you lose your smile? Sam has to answer that question, and see if he can help two new friends too. Finding Lost Smiles is a heartwarming story about […]
In this episode we speak to Dr. Lindy Ledohowski (@DoctorLindy) about academic writing, her start-up, Essay Jack (@EssayJack), and a slight quarantine cat obsession. From the website: Get better grades. Get over writing anxiety and procrastination. Avoid cheating. Get essay writing help as you write. TwitterFacebookPinterestLinkedinemailReddit
In this episode we speak to STEM educator Amanda Green about math, space, student engagement, project based learning and admitting when were don’t know something. It is OK to be where you are. It is NOT OK to stay there. Listen now! Listen below and view the full podcast at http://codebreaker.buzzsprout.com, on Spotify or on Apple […]
In this episode we speak to the Mathematical Jester himself, Sunil Singh (@Mathgarden), about pop up schools, tequila and liquid coronas, and rescuing CDs and VHS tapes from burning buildings. Oh and of course, math anxiety and learning through play. “We must teach the student, not the subject.” Sunil Singh is the author of Pi […]
In this episode we speak to grades 7-9 Science & STEAM teacher Julie Arsenault (@SciGeekJulie) from Edmonton, Alberta about learning from failure and mistakes, the triangulation of data, Macgyvering Frankenstein projects and coding to learn! Listen below and view the full podcast at http://codebreaker.buzzsprout.com, on Spotify or on Apple Podcasts. TwitterFacebookPinterestLinkedinemailReddit
Last summer I decided to try something new. Almost a year later and I am SUPER grateful to have worked with these amazing individuals on these awesome projects! Thank you ALL for your contribution to education. Risk Taker: Future-ready students need to be creative. They need to know how to communicate their ideas and how […]
In this episode we speak to grade 7/8 teacher George Pearce (@GPearceWSD), Math & Science Teacher / YouTuber / Innovator / Author #PearcePrintables, #AfforEDable #GordonBell, #STEAMazing #WinnipegSD, and Microsoft Certified #MIE about the joy of learning, live kahoots, intrinsic student motivation and STEAMMING with Micro:Bit! Listen now! TwitterFacebookPinterestLinkedinemailReddit
In this episode we speak to Mr. Chasing Greatness himself, Don Epps. Don is a middle school principal from Chanute, Kanas, who has a wicked way of engaging kids with state testing. Oh, and his latest project – a book called Finding Lost Smiles. Listen now! TwitterFacebookPinterestLinkedinemailReddit
Hello, world! We have some exciting news for you Remote Learners and Educators! Risk Taker has just been published as an eBook for only $7! Grab it while the price is low as well as my previous two books! In fact, get all three for under $20! Thank you for ALL you do and keep […]
In this episode we speak to 7th grader Krishiv Shah from Long Island, NY who has invented an app that pings your phone if you get too close to another person. Krishiv has managed to leverage existing technology from our phones to create an app that will notify you if you get too close to […]
By Daphne McMenemy Anyone who knows me knows I love to make, build, craft and create. I could spend hours with scissors and glue, pencils and markers, photos and a collage app or just put me in front of a computer and I’ll find something to create. This past weekend as I checked off every […]
In this episode we speak to grade 6 teacher Michelle Hunter about being vulnerable, taking risks and student choice during remote learning. Shoutout to Mark Labuda and Mme Logan! “Use your house as a canvas!” Listen below and view the full podcast at http://codebreaker.buzzsprout.com, on Spotify or on Apple Podcasts. TwitterFacebookPinterestLinkedinemailReddit
Episode 8 on the @codebreakeredu podcast! Keep students engaged, not busy! In this episode we speak to STEM consultant @MrMLabuda and Kindie teacher @McMenemyTweets about computational thinking during remote learning. Listen below and view the full podcast at http://codebreaker.buzzsprout.com, on Spotify or on Apple Podcasts. TwitterFacebookPinterestLinkedinemailReddit
In this episode we talk remote learning, Google Classroom, skipping report cards and the importance of feedback over grades, especially now. Report cards? Skip them. Grades? No way, too many equity concerns. Just too many variables for any evaluation to be deemed “fair.” Listen below and view the full podcast at http://codebreaker.buzzsprout.com, on Spotify or […]
In this episode we speak with Daphne McMenemy – author, blogger, keynote speaker and kindie teacher – about her book, girls in STEM, virtual conferences and all things computer science. Listen below for more or click here to access the full podcast. TwitterFacebookPinterestLinkedinemailReddit
In this episode we discuss chicken farming, real estate investing and protecting our students’ data and privacy with online learning. If you are using a free service, chances are you are the product being sold. I feel there is a frenzy of “panic buying” with regards to resources and tools for remote learning. Are we […]
