SMILEFactor S3 E13: TETC Preview Episode with Dr. Adam Phyall and  Carl Hooker

This week, we welcome Steve Marchetti for a conversation about what happens between the benchmarks. In education, we spend a lot of time focused on outcomes, assessments, and the next milestone. But some of the most important learning happens in between—through the challenges, relationships, growth…

AI isn’t just something we should be talking about with students, it’s something we should be exploring alongside them. On this week’s SMILE Factor Podcast, Laurie shares the AI work she has been doing directly with students, what she learned from the experience, and how students responded when giv…

As summer winds down and teachers prepare for a new school year, the latest episode of the Smile Factor Podcast offers a refreshing look at how educators can energize themselves and their students. Co-hosts Matt and Laurie share their experiences gearing up for the academic year and the excitement …

As we head into the first weeks of a new school year, it’s easy to focus on schedules, routines, curriculum, and everything that needs to get done. But some of the most impactful moments we create for students aren’t found in a lesson plan. On this week’s SMILE Factor Podcast, we’re talking about t…