Tar Heel Teachers
From November 2014 until April 2016, the #TarHeelTeachers hosted a panel talk show focused on entertaining and informing educators all over North Carolina. New episodes of the now weekly panel talk show will be produced starting Summer 2024.
April 2016 Town Hall w/Dr. June Atkinson
During this episode of Tar Heel Teachers...
:45 - The Busy Bees of Plain View Primary open the show with a vocal performance!
3:45 - Teacher Talk: The co-hosts are joined by Dr. June Atkinson (NC's State Superintendent)! The group discusses The End of Standard 6 & The Growing Gap in Local Spending between Wealthy & Poor Counties.
21:05 - Minute to Win It Challenge: Dr. June Atkinson faces off against Dr. Robert Taylor (Bladen County's Superintendent), Mrs. Deborah Belle (Principal of Plain View Primary), and Josiah (1st Grader) in the Movin' On Up: Cup Game!
23:55 - The co-hosts interview Dr. June Atkinson!
36:00 - Public Forum: Dr. June Atkinson fields questions from our studio audience!
48:50 - The Busy Bees of Plain View Primary close our show with a step performance!
April 2016 Episode: Autism Special
During this month's episode of Tar Heel Teachers...
1:00 - Teacher Talk: The co-hosts review Myths about Autism. They also discuss the Center for Children with Autism of Wilmington's desire to raise money for a new bus. Lastly, they share a young autistic boy's spot-on "Michael Jackson" dance moves!
15:55 - The co-hosts interview Amy Sparks from the Jarred Bryan Sparks Foundation!
25:05 - Christy Jenks provides tips for parents with autistic children!
31:25 - The co-hosts reflect about how autism has impacted their careers!
March 2016 Episode
During this month's episode of Tar Heel Teachers...
:30 - Catching-Up with the Co-Hosts: The Tar Heel Teachers share their latest developments, and the new high school co-host is introduced!
6:40 - Teacher Talk: The co-hosts discuss the News & Observer Report about Enrollment Plunges at UNC Teacher Prep Programs and the Charlotte Observer Report about the Latino Student Boom, which is Posing Complex Questions in the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools.
20:55 - The co-hosts complete a Minute to Win It Challenge!
25:45 - The co-hosts recognize a Remarkable North Carolinian!
July 2015 Episode
During this month's episode of Tar Heel Teachers...
1:15 - Teacher Talk: The co-hosts discuss vouchers increasing enrollment in North Carolina’s private schools, tough negotiations over NC assistant funding, and supporters rallying behind the Nash-Rocky Mount superintendent following his resignation.
14:25 - Kid Inventors: The co-hosts inspect 7th Grader Jamal Williams's original invention!
17:10 - Tomorrow's Tools: Thelma Lou Gaines (Arts Educator at New Century International Elementary) talks about the importance of graphic novels.
26:25 - The co-hosts share professional advice during Ask the Teachers!
June 2015 Episode
During this month's episode of Tar Heel Teachers...
1:05 - Teacher Talk - The co-hosts discuss the Monroe Class President who was pulled from the graduation line because of fake tickets, teachers speaking out about the NC Senate's budget proposal, and the Charlotte-Mecklenburg School System's recruitment of teachers via Craigslist.
22:15 - Ashlee showcases concepts from Sean Covey's 7 Habits of Happy Kids.
30:10 - Cassandra converses about how BINGO can help EC students to review the parts of speech.
35:10 - Dia addresses the importance of incorporating student interests into classroom lessons.
42:10 - Marlow discloses 4 Tips for Managing Your Teaching Career.
49:00 - The co-hosts share professional advice during Ask the Teachers!
May 2015 Episode
During this month's episode of Tar Heel Teachers...
1:10 - Teacher Talk - the co-hosts discuss scarce playground time because of overcrowded elementary schools in the Charlotte-Mecklenburg System as well as the NC board backing 17 new charter schools for 2016.
7:40 - Chatting with Members of the NC Governor's Teacher Network - the co-hosts interview 4 members (Heather Blackwell, Kate Wernersbach, Katie Hancock, and Rebecca Dean) of GTN about their year-long action research.
17:05 - Politically Involved Educators - the co-hosts interview Robert Wilson (Democratic Candidate for NC Lt. Governor).
23:35 - The co-hosts share professional advice during Ask the Teachers!
April 2015 Episode
During this month's episode of Tar Heel Teachers...
1:15 - During Teacher Talk, the co-hosts discuss the concept of stretching one great teacher across multiple classrooms, Hispanics helping to drive growth in the Charlotte-Mecklenburg School System, and students being responsible for most upkeep in schools in lieu of school janitors.
16:20 - During Tomorrow's Tools, Dr. Toni Witherow (Mathematics Instructional Coach with the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction) shares a "frontloading" math strategy with Marlow and Dia.
March 2015 Episode
During this month's episode of Tar Heel Teachers...
1:00 - During Teacher Talk, the co-hosts discuss the Final Graduating Class for the NC Teaching Fellows, Single-Gender Classes on the rise in Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools, and the benefits of Standing Desks.
13:15 - Teachers as Advocates! Marlow and Ashlee talk with 3rd Grade Teacher - Amy Sparks about the Jarred Bryan Sparks Foundation, which she created in memory of her beloved son.
22:30 - Healthy Lunch Choices for Teachers! Marlow and Cassandra are joined by Diane Wilson (6th Grade Teacher/Health Enthusiast) who shares healthy tidbits. 30:25 - Tar Heel Teachers on the Town! Dia takes Marlow bowling in an effort to find balance and relaxation!
38:45 - The co-hosts share professional advice during Ask the Teachers!
February 2015 Episode
During this month's episode of Tar Heel Teachers...
1:00 - During Teacher Talk, the co-hosts discuss the grading of North Carolina's public schools, a study that shows preschool reduces a need for special education, and how South Carolina high school students reacted to racism at their school.
10:45 - The significance of Partners in Education! Marlow and Ashlee chat with Darin Craig (Sales Professional with Lifetouch Photography) about his company's numerous partnerships with schools all over North Carolina.
20:25 - Celebrating School Success! Marlow and Cassandra converse with the Deep Sea Explorers (7th Grade Academic Team) from John Griffin Middle School about their selection as one of North Carolina's Middle School Teams to Watch.
30:50 - The Importance of Community Service! Marlow and Dia speak with Shamia Johnson and Dominique Weatherspoon (Seniors at Cross Creek Early College) about how they are utilizing their knitting club to change the lives of others. They also show the co-hosts how to crochet.
38:55 - The co-hosts share professional advice during Ask the Teachers.
January 2015 Episode
During this month's episode of Tar Heel Teachers...
1:00 - During Teacher Talk, the co-hosts discuss Wake County's decision to move their middle schools to the 10-Point Grading Scale, How a Lack of Teacher Engagement is Linked to 2.3 Million Missed Workdays, and the Grading of North Carolina's public schools (A-F).
12:30 - Community Involvement is important! Marlow and Dia chat with Josiah Boyd (5th Grade Philanthropist from Lake Rim Elementary) about his quest to provide necessities for today's homeless! Watch the interview for specific details!
16:20 - A Dignified Debate about Technology! Jason Edwards (English/Language Arts Teacher at EE Smith High School) highlights the benefits of technology in today's classrooms while Aretha Moultrie (English/Language Arts Teacher at South View Middle School) pinpoints a few pitfalls associated with technology usage.
24:55 - For this edition of Teachers Taking Care of their Health, Marlow and Ashlee are joined by Certified Zumba Instructor Camille Newman (English/Language Arts Teacher at John Griffin Middle School) who gives the co-hosts a lesson.
30:25 - The co-hosts also share professional advice during Ask the Teachers.
December 2014 Episode
During this month's episode of Tar Heel Teachers...
1:00 - During Teacher Talk, the co-hosts discuss criticism of the National School Lunch Act, inappropriate student/teacher relationships that dominate the news, and Mr. Stephon Goode - Chapel Hill-Carrboro City Schools Assistant Principal who is making a positive contribution to his community despite his personal trial...the need of a kidney transplant.
9:25 - Community Involvement is important! Marlow and Dia chat with Randy Hume (Transit Director for the City of Fayetteville) about an exciting new initiative - middle and high school students can ride the public transit for free after school! Watch the interview for specific details!
14:40 - During Tomorrow's Tools, Jamilia Williams (English/Language Arts Curriculum Facilitator for Scotland County Schools) shares information about "Graffiti Journaling" with Marlow and Cassandra.
21:00 - For this edition of Illuminating an Educator, Marlow and Ashlee speak with Craig Wilson (7th Grade ELA Teacher at Mac Williams Middle and Published Author) about his book, The Parable of Tom and the Good Shepherd.
26:40 - The co-hosts also share professional advice during Ask the Teachers.
November 2014 Episode
During this month's episode of Tar Heel Teachers...
0:30: As an icebreaker, the co-hosts introduce themselves to the audience by revealing songs that exemplifies each of them as classroom teachers.
4:35: During Teacher Talk, the co-hosts discuss the new 10-point grading scale (which will affect high schools next school year) as well as the Asheville Citizen Times Article, "5 Things that make it harder to teach in NC."
15:00: During Tomorrow's Tools, Kate Stepp (Media Coordinator for South View High School) and Andrew Metz (Theater Arts Teacher for South View High School) join the conversation to converse about DonorsChoose.org.
22:25: The co-hosts also share professional advice during Ask the Teachers.