Educating All Learners Alliance
Educating All Learners Alliance (EALA) is an uncommon coalition of organizations committed to resource sharing and community-building that supports the efforts of the education community to meet the needs of students with disabilities. This podcast will feature people, resources, and useful information to provide you with content that highlights best practices for schools and educators. We hope you enjoy this podcast, find useful resources from our community, and use it for the betterment of all learners. Check out our website at educatingalllearners.org, follow us on Twitter @educateall_org, and subscribe to our YouTube Channel Educating All Learners for more information!
Episodes
In this final episode of our special four-part series with Education Reimagined, we're sharing powerful, on-the-ground outcomes for youth who learn differently at learner-centered sites. EALA's Aurora Dreger is joined by Lindsy Ogawa from Education Reimagined and founding principal Susan Hart from LaFayette Big Picture School. They discuss how a focus on healing, authentic connection, and student interest is transforming student su...
In this episode, we connect with Brett Roer, CEO and Founder of Amplify & Elevate Innovation to discuss how districts can build AI literacy through effective professional development for their principals and teachers.
Listen in for practical strategies to help prepare your school community to harness the power of AI to create more flexible learning environments for students with disabilities and learning differences.
In this installment of our four-part series with Education Reimagined, we're diving into the concrete practices that define a truly learner-centered site. EALA’s Aurora Dreger is joined by Lindsy Ogawa from Education Reimagined and Lela Bell Wesley from Big Thought to discuss how schools are designing meaningful, imaginative learning that empowers youth with disabilities and learning differences. Tune in to explore the challenges, ...
Join EALA for a special deep dive celebrating 20 years of the AIM Institute for Learning and Research as well as AIM Academy. Co-founders Pat Roberts and Nancy Blair reflect on their journey, from pioneering the Science of Reading to building a movement that translates research into actionable practice for students with learning differences and for all struggling readers and writers. Discover how a commitment to evidence-based meth...
In this episode, EALA talks to Torrye Parker, a passionate advocate and educator, for a look into how community-based support can be transformative for students with disabilities. Listen in as they discuss the trends, challenges, and opportunities shaping the field, as seen in the hundreds of applications submitted to the EALA New Champions fund. Tune in for expert advice on building sustainable, community-driven programs and the b...
This second episode of "Needs to Strengths," a four-part series from EALA and Education Reimagined, elevates insights from learner-centered schools on how they leverage policy to support youth with learning differences. Join host Aurora Dreger as she speaks with Lindsy Ogawa and Superintendent Johnna Noll of the Norris School District about what the national inquiry team observed and how policy can be used to create conditions that...
Join Aurora Dreger and Jason B. Allen for a deep dive into what it takes to support leaders who are transforming education for students with disabilities. Discover the trends, challenges, and opportunities shaping the field, and hear expert advice on building impactful, community-driven programs, such as the EALA New Champions Fund.
Whether you’re an educator, advocate, or innovator, this episode offers inspiration and practical wi...
In this episode, Aurora from EALA speaks with Sean Wheelock and Dr. Dona Tversky to get a unique look at student mental health. They explore well-being from two distinct angles: that of a tech developer and a clinician. This discussion unpacks the dual role of AI in education, from its potential to create powerful new opportunities to the challenges it poses for student well-being. Listen in for a candid conversation about what's n...
In this episode, EALA sits down with Matt Cheek, Executive Director of the Nashville Teacher Residency and 2025 New Champions runner-up. Matt shares how his organization is reimagining teacher preparation through a residency model that pairs aspiring educators with experienced mentors while centering community-rooted practice. Tune in to hear about the moments that inspire his work, lessons learned along the way, and his vision for...
In this episode, join EALA as we speak with Dr. Christine Pitts, Executive Director of Open School and 2025 New Champions runner-up. She shares how Open School is transforming education in Oregon, highlights key successes, and reflects on the lessons and future possibilities driving their mission.
To learn more: https://openschoolnw.org/
Access full transcription: https://bit.ly/EALA_OSNW
In this episode, EALA speaks with Dr. Christophor Roblész, 2025 New Champions runner-up and Founding CEO of Math N’ More. Dr. Roblész shares what inspired him to start the Atlanta-based organization, how its mission has evolved, and the impact Math N’ More is having on expanding access to high-quality, culturally adaptive math and STEAM education for all learners.
To learn more visit: https://www.mathnmore.org/
This first episode of “Needs to Strengths”, a four-part series from EALA in collaboration with Education Reimagined, examines how learner-centered sites foster trust and build relationships as the foundation for understanding and supporting students with learning differences. Lindsy Ogawa and Kim Carter join host Aurora Dreger to discuss what the national inquiry team observed across sites, from the power of deep listening to the i...
Join Aurora from the Educating All Learners Alliance in conversation with Lisa Mosko-Barros, founder of Speducational and the 2025 EALA New Champion, as they explore how to break down barriers in special education. Discover how empowering families, understanding legal rights, and challenging assumptions can help students with disabilities reach their full potential.
Access full transcription: https://bit.ly/EALAxLMB
In this episode of the EALA podcast, we sit down with Symon Hayes - educator, designer, and longtime EALA community member - to explore what it means to identify and elevate bold solutions for students with disabilities. As a 2025 judge for the New Champions Fund, Symon shares how he and his fellow reviewers approach a wide range of applications, what this year’s submissions reveal about the field, and why opportunities like this f...
In this episode of the EALA podcast, we sit down with Andrea Cook, Lead Digital Learning Coach at Kansas City Public Schools, to explore a unique collaboration model where students and adults learn from one another through interactive podcasts. From soft skills to tech skills, students are building real-world digital competencies while using their voices to connect classrooms - and communities - around the world.
In this episode, Aurora from the Educating All Learners Alliance chats with Matt Winters, AI Specialist for the Utah State Board of Education. Discover how Utah's AI for K-12 program is transforming education statewide by empowering educators to leverage AI for safe, personalized learning experiences that prepare all students for the future.
Access the full podcast transcript at: https://bit.ly/5minwithUtah
In this episode, Aurora from the Educating All Learners Alliance chats with John Clemente, Co-Founder and Executive Director of South Bronx Community Charter High School. Learn how their Career-Ready Futures program is equipping students with real-world skills, purpose, and pathways to sustainable careers—proving that graduation is just the beginning.
Access the full podcast transcript at: https://bit.ly/P_SBCC
In this episode, EALA sits down with Alicia Ciocca, an experienced educator and coach, for an inside look at the EALA Community of Action. Alicia shares her journey from teaching in NYC public schools to guiding educators in transformational coaching. Together, they discuss the power of centering student voices, embracing vulnerability, and turning ideas into action. Tune in to learn how fostering collaboration, emotional awarenes...
In this Community of Action Podcast, Aurora from the Educating All Learners Alliance sits down with Jason B. Allen, National Director of Partnerships at the National Parents Union. Jason shares insights from his experience at the Community of Action convening—where educators, leaders, and families came together to create real solutions for students with disabilities. From unexpected breakthroughs to shaping policy and strengthening...
In this episode, EALA chats with Simmi Goomer and Symon Hayes, co-founders of the Inclusive Learning Design Co., an organization dedicated to designing professional learning that supports schools and organizations to embrace learner variability. Listen in as they discuss the importance of inclusive learning environments, the challenges schools face in co-designing and implementing professional development, and how their work suppor...
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