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YouTube Video – Premiere Wednesday, September 25, 2024
Show Notes
In today's episode, Vicki Davis speaks about school safety and building positive relationships with students. Vicki is joined by several distinguished educators who share their experiences and expertise on preventing school shootings, supporting students through social emotional learning (SEL), and designing safer schools.
Timestamps and Key Topics
00:00 – Introduction: Vicki Davis introduces the topic of today's episode and gives an overview of what will be discussed: school safety, the role of SEL, and relationship-building with students.
01:17 – Frank DeAngelis' Story (Episodes 466 & 467): Vicki interviews Frank DeAngelis, former principal of Columbine High School, about his experience during and after the 1999 tragedy. Frank shares his personal journey, his faith, and his promise to rebuild the community.
- Key Moments: Frank’s reflections on resilience and recovery, how to support students and communities during crises.
- Links to Frank's Episodes and Bio
- https://www.coolcatteacher.com/e466
- https://www.coolcatteacher.com/e467
- Frank DeAngelis' Book: They Call Me Mr. De
12:52 – Scarlett Lewis and SEL (Episode 234): Scarlett Lewis discusses the Choose Love Enrichment Program she created after the Sandy Hook tragedy, explaining how social emotional learning (SEL) can help prevent school violence. She talks about the power of courage, gratitude, forgiveness, and compassion.
- Key Moments: Neuroscience behind SEL, the importance of positive psychology in the classroom.
- Link to Scarlett’s Episode and Bio
- Program Mentioned:Choose Love Enrichment Program
- Articles Mentioned:
- Education Week Article on School Safety Changes: Read more here
- NPR Article on Supporting Students' Social Emotional Needs: Read more here
20:00 – Dr. Tracie Anderson Swilley on School Safety (Special Interview): Dr. Swilley talks about proactive measures her school has taken to ensure the safety of students, including the use of metal detectors, drills, and communication strategies with parents and students.
- Key Moments: The importance of proactive security measures, involving the community in safety planning.
- Dr. Swilley's interview will be on a future 10 Minute Teacher podcast episode. This interview is exclusive to Cool Cat Teacher Talk.
- @PrincipalTSwil on X.com
- NASSP Announces Principal of the Year Finalists
30:00 – Darrell “Coach D” Anderson Swilley: How and Why to Build Powerful Relationships with Students (Episode 571): Coach D shares his personal story of how a teacher’s belief in him changed his life and emphasizes the importance of building strong relationships with students to foster their success.
- Key Moments: The value of trust, compassion, and personal connections in education.
- https://www.coolcatteacher.com/e571
38:52 – Closing Thoughts on School Safety: Vicki reflects on the conversations shared in today’s episode and the research on school safety and relationships. She leaves with encouragement for educators, parents, and policy makers with an inspiring story of a student.
Resources Mentioned in the Show:
- Frank DeAngelis' Book: They Call Me Mr. De
- Scarlett Lewis' Choose Love Program: Choose Love Enrichment Program
- Education Week Article on School Safety Changes: Read more here
- NPR Article on Supporting Students' Social Emotional Needs: Read more here
- School Counselor foils school shooting. Read more here.
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