NCEA Podcast

Effective Multiage Instruction with Marissa Carroll and Alexandra Kelleher

Curriculum Coordinator Alexandra Kelleher and Principal Marissa Carroll from The Notre Dame School in Santa Barbara, CA join Kathy Mears and Jill Annable on the podcast this week to share the successes and challenges that have come with implementing multiage instruction at their school.

The State of Religious Freedom and Parental Choice in Catholic Schools with Nicole Garnett

Nicole Stelle Garnett, John P. Murphy Foundation Professor of Law at the University of Notre Dame, joins Kathy Mears on the podcast this week to discuss the current legal landscape in which Catholic schools find themselves. Drawing from a wide range of experiences in practicing and teaching law, Nicole explains what recent victories and challenges mean for Catholic education.

The Case for School Choice with Bruce Hermie

Bruce Hermie, Director of School Partnerships at the American Federation for Children, joins Kathy Mears on the podcast this week to discuss school choice and the many successes that are taking place around the country. Bruce shares how these policies and programs empower parents and increase opportunities for all students. This episode is sponsored by the American Federation for Children.

Searching for God: Faith Formation and Evangelization in Catholic Schools

Most Reverend Mark O’Connell, Auxiliary Bishop of Boston, joins Kathy Mears on the podcast this week to discuss faith formation and evangelization in Catholic schools. Bishop O'Connell focuses on the reality that everyone is searching for God and our ministry is a response to that longing of the human heart.

The Future of Catholic Education: Cultivating Teachers and Leaders with Father Ron Nuzzi, PhD

Fr. Ron Nuzzi joins Kathy Mears on the podcast this week to discuss the roles of teachers and leaders in Catholic education, especially in a modern landscape that looks very different from previous generations. Adapting to change will require innovative approaches as well as fidelity to our Catholic identity. This episode is sponsored by Catapult Learning.

Catholic School Leadership: New Superintendents Tell Their Story

Lytia Reese of the Diocese of Raleigh and Dr. Gregory Monroe of the Diocese of Charlotte join Dr. John Reyes on the podcast this week to share the ups and downs as brand new superintendents. They discuss how centering on Catholic identity can bring teachers, students, and parents together despite the unprecedented challenges schools face today.

Imagining Abundance: Insights on Fundraising and Philanthropy with Kerry Alys Robinson

Kerry Alys Robinson of the Leadership Roundtable joins Kathy Mears on the podcast this week to discuss the power of framing advancement with a mindset of abundance and potential.

Me Puede Enseñar? Educating Hispanic and Latino Students with Pamela M. Patnode, Ed.D.

Dr. Pam Patnode joins Jill Annable on the podcast this week. Bringing her wide-ranging experience in Catholic education, from homeschooling to brick-and-mortar schools, Dr. Patnode discusses how educators can create supportive environment for Hispanic and Latino students.

Answering the Call: Two New Leaders Academy Graduates Look Back

Erin Meunier, Vice Principal at St. Joseph's Regional Catholic School, and James Evans, Principal at Madonna del Sasso School, join Dr. John Reyes on the podcast this week. They discuss the joys and challenges of their new roles as school leaders and how the New Leaders Academy provided a framework of collaboration and support.

Laudato Si in STREAM Classrooms

Elizabeth Ahlgrim and Selena Scott, STEM teachers at Our Lady of Grace Catholic School in Noblesville, IN, join Jill Annable on the podcast to share their approach to STREAM education. For them, STREAM is a process that can enliven student learning when subject areas are integrated and God is at the center.