Episodes

Breaking Barriers at AIDB
July 29, 2025

Breaking Barriers at AIDB

Family legacy meets professional mission in this heartfelt conversation with Marian Wilson, MIS Coordinator at the Alabama Institute for Deaf and Blind (AIDB). Recording from the Alabama Educational Technology Conference in M...
How Sheberia Wolfe Does It All
July 28, 2025

How Sheberia Wolfe Does It All

What does it take to earn two degrees simultaneously while teaching full-time? Sheberia Wolfe knows exactly what it requires: "late nights and early mornings" and the willingness to "sacrifice for what you love." Website: htt...
Excellence Happens When Schools Find the Right Tools
July 10, 2025

Excellence Happens When Schools Find the Right Tools

Discovering what truly works in education is invaluable for educators seeking to improve student outcomes. In this enlightening conversation with Tiffany Harris, Title I Coordinator at Scarborough Model Middle School in Mobil...
ABC Testimonial | Tiffany Harris | AETC 2025
July 10, 2025

ABC Testimonial | Tiffany Harris | AETC 2025

Tiffany Harris shares her testimonial about ABC products and how she has seen student scores improving.
Tech Evolution in the Classroom
July 9, 2025

Tech Evolution in the Classroom

What happens when a teacher transitions from having zero technology to making it their entire curriculum? Nikki Barnickel shares her remarkable 20-year journey through the educational landscape, revealing powerful insights ab...
Turning Old Tech into New Opportunities
July 9, 2025

Turning Old Tech into New Opportunities

Ever wondered what happens to all those outdated iPads and MacBooks stacked in school storage rooms? Shayna Winstead reveals the surprising answer that's putting money back into education. Website: spotlight4success.com
Connecting Through Technology
July 9, 2025

Connecting Through Technology

Ever wondered how technology bridges the silence for those who cannot speak? Melissa Pouncey takes us on a fascinating journey through the world of communication technology that's transforming lives every day. Recorded at the...
ABC Testimonial | Brad Rhew | NCMLE
July 8, 2025

ABC Testimonial | Brad Rhew | NCMLE

Brad Rhew gives his testimonial about ABC products.
ABC Testimonial | Jennifer McCormick | NCMLE
July 7, 2025

ABC Testimonial | Jennifer McCormick | NCMLE

Jennifer McCormick gives her testimonial about ABC Products.
ABC Testimonial | David Huebener | TCSS
June 26, 2025

ABC Testimonial | David Huebener | TCSS

David Huebener gives his testimony about ABC Products.
ABC Testimonial | Antwayne Sanders | Winter GAEL
June 25, 2025

ABC Testimonial | Antwayne Sanders | Winter GAEL

Antwayne Sanders gives his testimonial about ABC Products.
ABC Testimonial | Melissa Scott | Alabama Federal Programs
June 5, 2025

ABC Testimonial | Melissa Scott | Alabama Federal Programs

Melissa Scott gives her testimony about her experience with American Book Company materials.
ABC Testimonial | Molly Killingsworth | Alabama Federal Programs
June 5, 2025

ABC Testimonial | Molly Killingsworth | Alabama Federal Programs

Molly Killingsworth gives her testimony about her experience with American Book Company materials.
ABC Testimonial | Andre Hodges | Alabama Federal Programs
June 4, 2025

ABC Testimonial | Andre Hodges | Alabama Federal Programs

Andre Hodges gives his testimony about his experience with American Book Company materials.
Testimonial | Bernard Mitchell | Alabama Federal Programs
June 4, 2025

Testimonial | Bernard Mitchell | Alabama Federal Programs

Bernard Mitchell gives his testimony about his experience with American Book Company materials.
Fashion Degree to Federal Funds
June 4, 2025

Fashion Degree to Federal Funds

The unexpected paths that lead us to educational service often reveal themselves in surprising ways. Meet Mia Phillips, whose journey from fashion merchandising and business to becoming the Federal Programs Bookkeeper Directo...
Mapping Success in Alabama Education
June 4, 2025

Mapping Success in Alabama Education

In this enlightening conversation from the Federal Programs Conference in Montgomery, Bernard shares how he transitioned from a 15-year career spanning roles as teacher, middle school principal, high school administrator, Chi...
Navigating Education Law
June 2, 2025

Navigating Education Law

Federal education programs exist in a complex regulatory environment that can be challenging to navigate. How do school leaders effectively implement these programs while maintaining focus on what truly matters - student achi...
The 28-Year Educational Journey
June 2, 2025

The 28-Year Educational Journey

From the bustling retail world to the vibrant classrooms of New Orleans and Alabama, Andre Hodges' 28-year educational journey reveals the remarkable impact of dedicated educators. Speaking from the Federal Programs Conferenc...
Federal Program Insights
May 30, 2025

Federal Program Insights

Have you ever wondered how federal education funding actually reaches classrooms and impacts students? Dr. Molly Killingsworth, Director of Federal Programs for the Alabama State Department of Education, pulls back the curtai...
Juggling 10 Title Schools: One Coordinator's Journey
May 29, 2025

Juggling 10 Title Schools: One Coordinator's Journey

What happens when a passionate classroom teacher discovers new ways to impact education? Casie Barksdale never planned to leave teaching, but a desire to improve her technology skills led to an unexpected career evolution tha...
Driving Student Growth in Alabama Schools
May 29, 2025

Driving Student Growth in Alabama Schools

Ever wondered how schools transform federal funding into real student success? Melissa Scott, Federal Program Supervisor for Decatur City Schools, pulls back the curtain on effective intervention strategies that actually work...
Federal Funding in Education
May 28, 2025

Federal Funding in Education

Ever wondered who ensures federal education dollars make it to classrooms where they can truly impact student learning? Faith Goshay, an Education Specialist with the Alabama State Department of Education, pulls back the curt...
The Dream Team: How Collaboration Transformed Tuscaloosa City Schools
May 28, 2025

The Dream Team: How Collaboration Transformed Tuscaloosa City Schools

Ever wondered what it takes to transform struggling schools into success stories? Dr. Tonya Cruz reveals the blueprint that's changing education in Alabama. As School Improvement Director for Tuscaloosa City Schools, she's pi...