204: What will you cook up in 2025? with April Remfrey

Be a Better Ally: critical conversations for K12 educators

Tricia and April explore the connections between cooking and education, emphasizing the importance of personalization, cultural context, and intentionality in both fields. They discuss the significance of feedback, the need for demystifying teaching practices, and the impact of labels on students. Additionally, they address parental fears regarding their children's education and the importance of using positive language to foster problem-solving. In this conversation, April Remfrey and Tricia discuss the complexities of parenting, the impact of labels on children, and the rising anxiety among parents. They explore the overwhelming amount of parenting advice available today and emphasize the importance of creating a parenting manifesto to guide decisions. The discussion also highlights the significance of modeling Universal Design for Learning (UDL) in educational settings and the need for trust and agency in adult learning environments. They conclude by sharing insights on accessibility in professional development and upcoming community events. Ready to connect with April Remfrey? https://www.remfrey.com/ Also explore the Playful Strategies resource mentioned at the top of the episode: https://playfulworkdesign.com/store/p/playful-strategies-card-deck