Dr. Almitra L. Berry is a nationally recognized speaker, author, and consultant focused on the education of culturally and linguistically diverse learners in America’s K12 education system. Her research focuses on equity and academic achievement for marginalized learners – particularly in majority-of-color, low-wealth, large, urban school districts. She hosts the podcast, Educational Equity Emancipation; is…

Renès Lophanor’s new book “I Still Love Teaching Despite Having All The Reasons In The World To Quit” delves into the heart of educational reform, focusing on student engagement and innovative teaching methods. It’s a reflection of his two-decade long journey as a teacher, offering insights into the challenges and triumphs of the profession. Takeaways:…

Dr. John Chanaca has over 42 years of teaching/counseling experience in PA and SC public schools. After completing his bachelor’s and master’s Degrees in elementary education, he taught in various elementary and middle schools at multiple locations with different socioeconomic and cultural groups. He obtained his certification in counseling from Marywood University in PA. John…