ABOUT THIS EPISODE
What happens when a small-town girl from a class of 13 becomes a teacher, artist, technology advocate, and leader in education?
In Episode 2 of The Educator’s Why, we sit down with Dr. Polly Haldeman to talk about her journey through education, technology, creativity, and her passion for giving every student access to opportunity.
From teaching art to embracing AI and virtual learning, Polly shares why she believes technology should never replace the teacher—it should empower the teacher.
We also talk about creativity, the future of education, and the personal experiences that shaped her WHY.
And her answer to our final question—what brings you back to your WHY when burnout hits?—is one you won't want to miss.
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