How Catapult Learning Accelerates Student Growth Through High-Impact Tutoring and Intervention

Welcome to Classroom Dynamics, the podcast where we unlock the future of education. In this episode, host Adam Todd spotlights Catapult Learning—a proud sponsor of the show and a trusted education partner with over 50 years of impact in schools nationwide. Known for high-impact tutoring, targeted math and literacy intervention, and professional development that delivers real results, Catapult Learning’s nationally recognized programs are Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA) Level 2 validated and proven to accelerate growth for students who need it most.

With a strong presence here in New York City, Catapult’s local team provides instructional coaching, leadership development, and customized school-based support across all five boroughs. Joining the conversation are Regina Yearger, Ali Rogers, Lanesha Pugh, Chester Ocampo, and Bebe Morrissey, who share how Catapult Learning partners with educators to strengthen instruction, support teachers, and help students thrive.

Whether you’re a school leader, classroom teacher, instructional coach, or district administrator, this episode offers real-world insights into effective intervention strategies, evidence-based programs, and sustainable school improvement. Tune in to learn how Catapult Learning is driving meaningful change in education—one student and one classroom at a time.

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Discover why educators everywhere are buzzing about ChatGPT for Teachers, the AI-powered teaching assistant built specifically to support today’s classrooms. In this episode of Bits & Bytes, host Adam Todd breaks down how this new educator-focused tool is transforming lesson planning, #differentiation, communication, and student support—while keeping #teachers firmly in control.

Whether you’re an edtech enthusiast or a long-time AI skeptic, this episode explains how #ChatGPT for Teachers helps streamline prep time, spark creativity, and reduce overwhelm. Learn how teachers are using it to generate standards-aligned lessons, customizable rubrics, parent letters, enrichment activities, and accommodations for diverse learners—all with built-in safety, bias safeguards, and a secure #teacher verification process.

If you’ve wondered whether #AI can really support the work you do every day, this episode shows why ChatGPT for Teachers is becoming a game-changer in #education. Tune in to discover how this technology is helping teachers save time, personalize learning, and reclaim more of the joy in #teaching.

Perfect for K–12 teachers, instructional coaches, tech leaders, principals, and anyone curious about the future of education.

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Beyond Phonics: Dr. Maryanne Wolf on RAVE-O, POSSUM, and Teaching Reading in Today’s Classrooms

In this powerful follow-up episode of Classroom Dynamics, host Adam Todd welcomes back renowned literacy expert Dr. Maryanne Wolf, Director of the Center for Dyslexia, Diverse Learners, and Social Justice at UCLA and Professor-in-Residence in the School of Education and Information Studies. Building on last year’s most-downloaded episode, Dr. Wolf shares exciting updates on the RAVE-O reading program, a fluency-based, research-backed approach that helps students think differently about words by engaging multiple linguistic pathways. Listeners will also be introduced to the innovative POSSUM Framework, which expands foundational reading skills beyond traditional phonics and aligns with the science of reading to better support diverse learners in early elementary classrooms. This episode dives into practical classroom strategies, common misconceptions about how children learn to read, ways to integrate phonics across subjects like math and science, and thoughtful guidance for parents navigating literacy development in a technology-heavy world. Bridging research, practice, and heart, this conversation is a must-listen for educators, literacy coaches, administrators, and caregivers committed to improving reading instruction and supporting all learners.

For more, visit https://www.nidolearning.com/.

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Classroom Dynamics Season 5 Wrap-Up: Celebrating Innovation, Creativity, and the Educators Shaping Tomorrow’s Classrooms.

Season 5 of Classroom Dynamics was nothing short of transformational — and in our official wrap-up episode, we’re revisiting the stories, voices, and breakthroughs that inspired teachers everywhere to reimagine what’s possible in education.

Join us as we rewind through a season packed with heart, innovation, and classroom-ready ideas. From a therapy dog with a tech twist redefining SEL… to a high school media program rivaling professional studios… to LEGO® lessons that turned science into engineering magic — this season was built for educators who believe learning should be meaningful, memorable, and full of discovery.

Here’s what we’re revisiting:

🐾 TurboBo, the therapy dog bringing emotional support and digital connection into schools in ways you’ve never seen.
🎒 Classroom management made joyful with Shuffle Buddy and ClassDojo, turning first-day jitters into community-building wins.
🤖 The future of learning through the L.E.A.P. Framework and Brisk AI, where empathy meets innovation and students become creators, thinkers, and leaders.
🎭 How Box Out Bullying uses theater and storytelling to shift school culture, build empathy, and spark conversations that stick.
🔬 Hands-on STEM inspiration with @my_stem_space, reminding educators that curiosity is still the greatest catalyst for learning.
🎥 A behind-the-lens deep dive with Omar Delgado, whose award-winning media program empowers students to produce real, impactful stories.
🧱 And yes — we built our way into better science instruction with LEGO® Education, showing how collaboration and problem solving can come alive one brick at a time.
📸 Plus, the unforgettable creativity of 11-year-old nature photographer Tyler Devane, whose work reminds us all that passion and impact have no age limit.

Whether you’re looking for ideas you can use tomorrow or inspiration that fuels the whole school year, this wrap-up brings together the very best of Season 5 — the people, practices, and perspectives that moved us forward.

Hit play, reflect, and get ready for what’s next.
This is the Classroom Dynamics Season

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Bits & Bytes Podcast Shorts: Step Into The Future: Embracing AI in Today’s Classroom

We’re standing at a pivotal moment in education — one where technology, curiosity, and creativity intersect. In this episode of Classroom Dynamics: Bits & Bytes, we explores how artificial intelligence is transforming teaching and learning, and why it’s time for educators to embrace it rather than fear it.

Generative AI tools like Google Gemini are reshaping how students research, write, and think — offering opportunities for personalization, creativity, and critical reflection. But this shift isn’t just about faster results; it’s about learning to ask better questions. Adam discusses how “prompting” is becoming the new literacy, why AI ethics and accuracy must be at the heart of instruction, and how teachers can use AI to amplify — not replace — the human connection in their classrooms.

You’ll hear how UNESCO and the U.S. Department of Education are guiding schools toward responsible AI integration, discover practical ways to use Gemini for student collaboration and feedback, and learn how activities like a “Prompt Lab” can help students refine their questioning and critical thinking skills.

AI isn’t the end of teaching — it’s the evolution of it. Tune in to explore how educators can lead the way at this crossroads and empower students to learn with AI, not just from it.

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Through a Child’s Lens: Inspiring Creativity with 11-Year-Old Tyler DeVane

In this episode of Classroom Dynamics, host Adam Todd invites listeners to see the world through the eyes of 11-year-old photographer Tyler DeVane — a young artist from Brazil whose breathtaking bird photography has already captured global attention.

While most kids his age are snapping selfies, Tyler is capturing moments of light, color, and movement — turning the ordinary into the extraordinary. His photography, recently featured by Sony Alpha Universe, reveals a level of patience, artistry, and storytelling beyond his years.

Adam and Tyler dive into what inspired his love for nature and photography, the stories behind some of his favorite bird portraits, and how he’s using his talent to give back through his new bird conservation calendar. Tyler also shares how producing his own nature podcast has helped him combine his passion for wildlife with his voice as a young creator.

This uplifting conversation explores creativity, mindfulness, and what happens when nature, art, and curiosity collide. Through Tyler’s lens, we’re reminded to slow down, look closer, and rediscover the beauty that’s all around us — if we just take the time to notice.

Instagram: @tylerlovestodraw
TikTok: @tylerlovestodraw
Podcast (Spotify): BIRDCAST: A Birder’s Podcast
YouTube: Tyler’s Creations (@tylerlovestodraw)

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Bits & Bytes Podcast Shorts: CTRL + ART + CREATE = Blending Tech & Creativity in the Classroom

Welcome to Classroom Dynamics: Bits & Bytes, the podcast within the podcast that uncovers the latest innovations shaping the future of education. In this episode, host Adam Todd explores a powerful theme from #ISTELive 25: blending technology with the arts to create meaningful, joyful learning experiences. From digital mood meters to animated personal narratives, discover how edtech tools like Brush Ninja, Book Creator, Flip, and Canva are transforming classrooms into spaces of creative expression. Tune in to learn how tech can move beyond data and efficiency—and become a bridge to emotional resonance, student voice, and bold innovation.

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Building Blocks of Science: How LEGO® Education Is Transforming STEM Learning

On this episode of Classroom Dynamics, we’re building something inspiring—literally! Imagine a classroom where science isn’t just something you read about—it’s something you build, touch, and bring to life. That’s exactly what LEGO® Education Science is doing for students across the country.

Join us as we dive into this innovative, hands-on K–8 solution that transforms science inquiry into an adventure of discovery. Joining the conversation is Joseph Sanfilippo, Key Account Manager at LEGO® Education for New York, who shares an inside look at how LEGO® is empowering teachers and students through engaging, standards-aligned science experiences.

How can we take abstract science concepts and make them real? And how do we inspire every student not just to learn—but to explore?

Tune in as we uncover the power of hands-on STEM learning and discover how LEGO® Education is reshaping classrooms and sparking curiosity, one brick at a time.

🎧 Let’s build something amazing—together!

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