In this Episode, AJ Bianco and Dave Frangiosa discuss how schools measure success. Is it strictly based on assessment, test scores, and standardized testing data? There has to be more to SUCCESS than just the numbers. As in previous episodes, this conversation took place during the NEW ReflectED Live series that AJ and Dave are doing through StreamYard. You can check out the episode here or you can join the guys during their next Conversation on April 21st at 9:30 pm EST. We look forward to...

Thank you for listening to ReflectEd. If you are a first time listener, WELCOME. If you are returning, I thank you for your continued support. In this Episode, AJ Bianco and Dave Frangiosa continue their discussion on school initiatives and growth. In this episode, AJ and Dave talk about their thoughts and feelings on Professional Learning and Staff Development. This is a small piece of what will become a major talking point. As in previous episodes, this conversation took place during the...

Thank you for listening to ReflectEd. If you are a first time listener, WELCOME. If you are returning, I thank you for your continued support. In this Episode, AJ Bianco and Dave Frangiosa continue their discussion on school initiatives. In this episode, AJ and Dave dive in and discuss how you can get started with your school initiative, and find the best approach for success. As in previous episodes, this conversation took place during the NEW ReflectED Live series that AJ and Dave are doing...

In this Episode, AJ Bianco and Dave Frangiosa discuss how to go about choosing the right initiative for your school. Once again, this conversation took place during the NEW ReflectED Live series that AJ and Dave are doing through StreamYard. You can check out the episode here or you can join the guys during their next Conversation on March 10th at 9:30 pm EST. We look forward to your thoughts, ideas, and feedback! - - - - - Visit the website Share Feedback & Ideas Tweet at...

In this Episode, AJ Bianco and Dave Frangiosa discuss Collaborative Leadership. This conversation took place during the NEW ReflectED Live series that AJ and Dave are doing through StreamYard. You can check out the episode here or you can join the guys during their next Conversation on February 24th, and then every other Thursday after that. We look forward to your thoughts, ideas, and feedback!  - - - - - Visit the website Share Feedback & Ideas Tweet at me @AJBianco Tweet the...

In this episode host, AJ Bianco, reflects on the 2020-2021 school year and discusses why there has been such a HUGE break between episodes.  Five Questions for Reflection going into the next school year: 1. What is something you accomplished that you're proud of? 2. What was the most challenging part of the year?  3. What were the most important things you learned?  4. Where did you make your biggest improvements? 5. Who made the biggest impact on you this year?  - - - - - Visit the...

In Episode 12 of ReflectEd, AJ has a conversation with author and educator Dave Frangiosa about his new book "Going Gradeless: Shifting the Focus to Student Learning".  Throughout this conversation, Dave talks about what Gradeless means, why the ideas of going gradeless interested him, how all grade levels and content areas can go gradeless, and there's a GIVEAWAY!!!  Giveaway information - LISTEN to the episode and TWEET at me (@AJBianco) and Dave (@DavidFrangiosa) with one takeaway,...

In this episode, AJ sits down with mother, wife and outstanding educator Jamie Bianco!  Jamie shares how this past year has impacted her teaching and her classroom, including successes and failures that were brought about by the craziness of the year. Most importantly, Jamie shares a message to all educators as we head into the final stretch of 20-21 and look forward to bright spots of the 2021-2022 school year!   HOMEWORK: * What is something that you want to say to the teachers out there...

In Episode 10 of ReflectEd, AJ talks with Mike Brilla and Dave Frangiosa to discuss education, parenting and how we are educating our kids. We were inspired by and episode of the Daily Dad Podcast (The Blog) by Ryan Holiday.  Connect with my guests: Mike Brilla  Dave Frangiosa  Learn more about Ryan Holiday  - - - - - Visit the website Share Feedback & Ideas Tweet the show @ReflectEDPod Follow on Instagram @ReflectEDPod Are you getting value from this podcast? Buy me a Coffee 

In this episode, AJ discusses ways that leaders can better support their teachers.  This year is HARD on everyone; teachers, support staff, school leaders, and district leaders. As a new Vice Principal I am trying to make this year as easy as possible for our staff. While my ideas seem simple, these are ideas that can be done by other leaders, teacher leaders and aspiring leaders so that they can make sure the climate in their building is a strong and positive one.  5 Ways Leaders Can...

If you don't know him already, Matthew Woods is a name in education that you need to know. Matthew is a husband, father, district leader, college professor, doctoral candidate, and children’s author. In this episode Matthew Woods discusses his belief in leadership, and how being a leader is more than authority, it’s a representation of who you are. Matthew talks about Owning the Role, Empathy, Respect, Critical Thinking, Honor, Relationships, and his biggest influences on why he became an...

In Episode 7 of ReflectEd, AJ talks with High School Social Studies teacher, and Mr. Podcast, Chris Nesi about incorporating the 4 C's into his classroom. Chris is a proponent of introducing students to the ideas of Collaboration, Creativity, Communication and Critical Thinking. Throughout this episode, Chris discusses: Preparing student their next big thing Creating questions that are not easy to answer Making all instruction real and relevant Challenging students thinking Bringing...

Welcome to ReflectED - Episode 6! Reflecting on 2020  Let's focus on the positives for the year! While we had so many difficulties and obstacles that were in the way for many of us, we are going to come into 2021 stronger than ever before!  My Positives Family I'm a Vice Principal now!  Personal Growth and Overall Strength How will 2020 Impact on Schools? It’s been a battle, but I think we are going to make it through just fine. This entire pandemic is going to improve schools...

Guest: Dave Frangiosa @DavidFrangiosa Unconventional School Year Excitement or lack thereof for the year ahead. What the classroom looks like. What can we do in this type of environment? What are students missing? How can we change this experience? Engagement vs. Compliance. Building relationships with students. Content and Curriculum. Should we be virtual? - - - - - Visit the website Share Feedback & Ideas Tweet the show @ReflectEDPod Follow on...

Quick Rundown of my EDU career. 14 years as a Middle School Social Studies teacher SMART Goals in the classroom. Specific Measurable Attainable Relevant Timely My current role in education. First-year as a district leader in 2019-2020. Looking back on the 2019-2020 school year. Am I PROUD of my accomplishments? Could I have done MORE? Did you reach your goals? My goals for the 2020-2021 School year Professional ...

In this episode, we focus on our mindset.  How are we feeling right now? “Everything in life starts with your mindset first and your actions second. Your actions follow your thoughts, your beliefs and ideas. To make a shift, to free your energy: start with getting your mind right, and then, take action.” - Sylvester Mcnutt III  What can we do?  1. Take charge 2. Bring about Positivity - Positivity is a choice! 3. Get rid of the Negativity and Negative thoughts!  4. Continue to be...

In this episode, we are going to discuss how we can Embrace the Uncomfortable. Topics I focus on: FEAR Be a Risk-Taker! Understand your Why Get out of the Comfort Zone Understand that Failure will happen. Find your focus and trust your ideas. Acknowledge Fear… Do it anyway Your Reflection... How are you going to Embrace the Uncomfortable? - - - - - Visit the website Share Feedback & Ideas Tweet the show @ReflectEDPod Follow on Instagram @ReflectEDPod

Why ReflectED? Reflection is Important and it’s about Growth. Questions I focus on: What was my best moment today? What was my most challenging moment?  How did I act or respond to others?  How did I serve and support those around me? How will I continue to do so?  How can I continue to get better? Resources Mentioned: Compete Every Day Podcast with Patrick Allmond  Your Reflection... How were you successful this week?  What was your happiest moment?  How can you...

ReflectED is the podcast where AJ Bianco shares his perspective on the challenges and successes that are taking place in our schools and focuses on goal-setting and plans for future improvement. Through rich conversation and meaningful dialogue, we discuss practical ways to make schools better for students and educators.  Make sure you click subscribe. Episode 1 drops June 1, 2020! - - - - - Visit the website Share Feedback & Ideas Tweet the show @ReflectEDPod Follow on...