Topic: Water for Teachers

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How can writing help students see they are not alone?

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How does teaching occur at that nexus of storytelling, performance and art?

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Join host Liz Prather and guest Willeena Booker as they explore the transformative potential of writing as a tool for healing and social justice.

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Wille Carver and Liz Prather explore how sharing personal narratives can pave the path to healing and advocacy.

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David Rockower and Liz Prather discuss how students explore what matters to them through writing.

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Stacey Joy and Liz Prather discuss the transformative power of using writing to reflect and rediscover joy in teaching.

Heinemann Mental Health Resource Roundup for Educators jam

A collection of resources to support teachers as they endeavor to care for their own mental health plus the mental health of their colleagues and students.

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WFT SIPS blog

Replenish, reconnect, and reinvigorate your heart, body, and mind over the summer with these “sips” mini episodes!

Water For Teachers Bonus EP Cornelius Minor

Shamari is joined by Cornelius Minor as they discuss the impact the pandemic has had on teachers, the endurance of American racism, and imagining a better future.

Water For Teachers EP6 Shane Coleman 1

This week, Shamari is joined by Shane Coleman, a physics teacher in Brooklyn, as they talk about finding joy in teaching.

Water For Teachers EP5 Rusty Walker

This week, Shamari is joined by Rusty Walker, a veteran teacher in San Diego, as they talk about holding empathy for our students and ourselves.

Water For Teachers EP3 Linda Aldebot FIXED

This week, Shamari is joined by Linda Aldebot, a Middle School teacher in the Bronx, as they talk about our fears as humans who want to do what's best for students.

Water For Teachers EP3 Gabby Bachoo

This week, Shamari is joined by Gabby Bachoo, a first year teacher, as they talk about our ability to love as humans and how we can center that love in the classroom.

Water For Teachers EP2 Tara Benitez

This week, Shamari is joined by Tara Benitez as they talk about our complicated identities as humans in education.

Water For Teachers EP1 Holly Jordan FINAL 1

This week, Shamari is joined by Holly Jordan, as they explore the power of vulnerability and being honest about our imperfect humanity.