Hi Reader,

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I’m thrilled to share some amazing news with you! The Be Podcast Network has teamed up with Reading Is Fundamental (RIF), the leading children’s literacy nonprofit in the U.S., for a truly impactful campaign this September in honor of National Literacy Month.

Our mission? To spark high-impact conversations about the importance of children’s literacy, reading engagement, and best practices for teaching and encouraging reading both in schools and at home. During this campaign, more than 40 exclusive podcast episodes will be released, diving deep into topics like the current state of literacy in America, strategies to promote the joy of reading, and much more.

These episodes feature voices from bestselling authors, literacy experts, educators, and advocates who are passionate about making reading accessible and exciting for all children.

As someone who cares about education and literacy, I know you’ll want to tune in! You can follow along by subscribing to your favorite shows on the Be Podcast Network, or visit us directly at https://literacy.bepodcast.network.

See below for a list of all the shows participating!

We’re excited to inspire educators, parents, and all stakeholders to take action in making reading a lifelong joy for every child. Let’s elevate this important conversation together!

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Jethro Jones
The Be Podcast Network

P.S. Here's the list of shows participating:

• ​Transformative Principal — Be Podcast Network co-founder Jethro Jones hosts one of the longest-running and most popular podcasts in education, amplifying ideas that help principals stop putting out fires and start leading.
• ​The Authority — Ross Romano speaks with bestselling authors in education, business, and personal development, highlighting fresh perspectives and in-demand voices whose strategies help leaders refine their approach and increase their impact.
• ​Better Teaching: Only Stuff That Works — Gene Tavernetti hosts conversations about practices that help teachers attain their target level of daily effectiveness.
• ​Building a Culture of Collaboration — Kurtis and Lorna Hewson of Jigsaw Learning, along with their guests, share simple tips and strategies to improve organizations' collaborative efforts.
• ​Catholic School Leaders - John Mihalyo helps Catholic School Leaders level up their fundraising, enrollment and leadership skills in this weekly podcast.
• ​De Facto Leaders — Dr. Karen Dudek-Brannan shares evidence-based practices and guest interviews designed to help pediatric therapists, educators, and aspiring school leaders design services that support kids' social, emotional, and academic growth.
• ​EdTech Startup Showcase — Conversations with founders, partners, and practitioners that shine a light on the innovative companies making a difference for schools and students.
• ​EduTech Guys — David Henderson and Jeff Madlock navigate the world of education technology along with guests from across the K-12 system.
• ​Leading Collaborative Response — Kurtis and Lorna Hewson help leaders establish, refine, and deepen their collaborative response efforts.
• ​Make It Mindful — Seth Fleischauer of Banyan Global Learning, along with common cohosts Lauren Pinto and Komal Shah, apply principles of mindfulness to envision educational experiences that nurture every child.
• ​Rebel Educator — Tanya Sheckley and her guests discuss how to shift the classroom, the learning environment, the mindset, and the pedagogy to resist tradition, reignite wonder, and re-imagine the future of education.
• ​Reimagine Schools — Dr. Greg Goins speaks with educators and innovators in K-12 education with an emphasis on leadership development, scaling innovation, and transforming our public school system.
• ​Resilient Schools — Conversations to help you go beyond trauma-informed practices and turn your school into a resilient school that is ready for anything that is thrown at it.
• ​SEEing to Lead — Dr. Chris Jones and his guests about offer solutions focused on supporting, engaging, and empowering teachers and leaders.
• ​The Catholic School Leaders Podcast — John Mihalyo helps listeners walk with other exceptional leaders from all over the country to grow Catholic education for the next generation.
• ​The Learning Bridge — Richard Gerver, one of the world's leading thinkers on human potential, speaks with remarkable guests to imagine a brighter future for all children.
• ​The Principal's Handbook — Dr. Barb Flowers offers lessons on communication, time management, overcoming overwhelm, and more, designed to help school leaders become more confident and well-rounded.
• ​The Teacher Burnout Podcast — Also hosted by Flowers, this show explores the complex issue of teacher burnout and shares practical solutions to support your well-being and reignite your passion for education.
• ​Why Distance Learning? — Fleischauer and cohosts Allyson Mitchell and Tami Moehring of the Center for Interactive Learning and Collaboration share strategies to transform classrooms and learning through remote digital platforms.