Episode 39: Shaping Student Success with Culture

Shaun Hurtado has served in educational leadership roles (TK-12) in urban, rural, and suburban school districts. His experience, expertise, and passion are creating a positive school culture for students and staff where they ...

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Dec. 30, 2023

Episode 1: Meet the Host!

For this first debut episode, meet Steve as he shares his context in education. Under the Hat Podcast is a place to discuss what is Top of Mind in Education. Steve explores his goals for the show and discusses the …

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Jan. 10, 2024

Episode 2: What is Top of Mind in Edtech?

Teachers are in the trenches of Apps, Apps, and MORE Apps! Fonz from Edtechlife helps us understand how to keep things simple with countless amount of technology to use in the classroom. Alfonso Mendoza Jr. is a distinguished...

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Jan. 17, 2024

Episode 3: Under the Hat of a Poet

In this episode, he have the talented Michael Rotondo discussing what is Top Of Mind from the perspective of a teacher, poet, and content creator. Get ready for creativity flow as Mr. Mike does what he does best.....tells a story.

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Jan. 26, 2024

Episode 4: Creating With Our Youngest Learners!

Is there a place for tech in our K-3 classrooms? How does AI fit into this conversation? Listen to Debbie Tannenbaum articulate what is possible with technology, creativity, and our youngest learners. Debbie and Steve share e...

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Feb. 7, 2024

Episode 5: Unpacking the Hat with Alex Isaacs!

Mr. Alex Isaacs is NOT afraid of change! From business, to teacher, to instructional tech coach, Alex has embraced change throughout his life. Take a listen to Alex and Steve discussing Edtech, leadership, and professional le...

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Feb. 9, 2024

Episode 6: Innovative Pedagogy vs. Overcoming Challenges

Innovation, AI, Challenges....Oliver Tingling breaks down all of it! Listen as Oliver and Steve chat about their experiences in the classroom, in industry, and their passion for innovation in education. X/Twitter LinkedIn

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