NCEA Podcast

A Multifaceted Approach to Teacher Support

Something is gaining attention at Mother Teresa Regional School! Is it their commitment to professional learning and strong collaboration? Maybe it's their staff Masked Singer skills and principal treat train? Join the conversation as NCEA's Laura MacDonald and Principal Christine Pagan discuss how this blue-ribbon school values and supports its very important teachers!
This episode is sponsored by Archangel Education + Technology.
(NSBECS Standard 6.4, Governance and Leadership)

Introverts and Extroverts: Strategies to Make Sure Both are Heard!

Introverts have a lot to offer, but sometimes as teachers we have trouble accessing their inner thoughts. Join NCEA's Laura MacDonald on her virtual visit to the Archdiocese of Oklahoma City with teacher Lauren Peña as they discuss strategies and tools to include and assess our quieter and sometimes misunderstood friends.
This episode is sponsored by Friendzy.
(NSBECS Standard 7.6 and 7.9, Academic Excellence)

Introducing NCEA Rise™

In this special podcast, we’re excited to announce the launch of NCEA Rise™ and our new addition to the family of NCEA assessments. Host John Galvan is joined by Dr. Josh Packard and Dr. Kari Koshiol of Springtide Research Institute to discuss the brand new Belonging Index and how this metric will be key to the health of our Catholic school communities in measuring the degree that Catholic school students, teachers, and families are noticed, named and known. Learn more at www.ncearise.org

Calling All Saints

Michael Goldsmith approaches teaching with his whole heart. His new class, Called to Be Saints, is evidence of his commitment to his students, Xavier High School and his community. Join NCEA's Laura MacDonald on her virtual visit to the Archdiocese of Dubuque. Warning, Mr. Goldsmith's passion may be contagious.
This episode is brought to you by NCEA Rise.
(NSBECS Standard 2.5, 2.7, 3.2, 3.3, 3.4 Mission and Catholic Identity )

Strengthening the Domestic Church One Classroom at a Time

Dana Stiller shares practical tips and resources on how to assist parents in their role as primary educators of their children in faith. This classroom teacher from Mary Queen of Peace School is strengthening the domestic church and touching the hearts of her classroom students and families! Join NCEA's Laura MacDonald on her virtual visit to the Archdiocese of New Orleans.
This episode is brought to you by NCEA Membership Services.
(NSBECS Standard 4.2 Mission and Catholic Identity)

Music Beneath Her Wings: A Teacher’s Journey

Alicia Jones from St. Mary of The Woods may be a one-woman music department, but that hasn't stopped her from making a big difference at her school. Join NCEA's Laura MacDonald on her virtual visit to the Diocese of Owensboro.
(NSBECS Standard 2.6 Mission and Catholic Identity)

Be Who You are and Be That Well: Literacy Lessons and Giving Back

Find out how this all-boy high school promotes literacy, produces leaders and makes a positive impact on their community. NCEA's Laura MacDonald discusses service at St. Francis de Sales High School with Fr. Joe Newman, OSFS, Vice President and Janice Schlachter, M.Ed, Director of Marketing and Communications.
This episode is sponsored by Disciples of Christ Education in Virtue.
(NSBECS Standard 3 Mission and Catholic Identity, Standard 7, Academic Excellence)

When Faith Meets Science: Lessons from a High School Science Teacher

Let's talk about expressing the Catholic Faith in Science Class with NCEA's Laura MacDonald and science teacher Isabel Utschig of Dominican High School. This episode is brought to you by NCEA Membership Services.

A Critical Component Necessary for Robust STREAM Learning

Cross curricular units are becoming ever-more relevant in today’s classroom. With virtual and hybrid learning taking place, keeping students engaged in lessons can be difficult. By intertwining subjects with a common goal, students and teachers will be invested in the learning process. Our goal as educators is to continue to challenge teachers and students to think in new ways and to use new resources. In this podcast we will discuss the benefits of integrating cross curricular units into your classroom. This episode is sponsored by Archangel Education + Technology.

Building a Caring Classroom Community

Join us in the Diocese of Sacramento where NCEA's Laura MacDonald sits down with classroom teacher Leticia Kawamura of Our Lady of Grace School to discuss strategies for building a caring classroom community.