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We are doing a thing and telling our stories! Hosted by educators Kelly Tenkely and Michelle Baldwin, Dreams of Education is a podcast that shares the journey of Anastasis Academy and building a school focused on student-centered learning and innovation. With over a decade into it, we reflect on the highs, the lows, and the lessons that shaped our vision for the future of education. Through personal stories and conversations with those who inspired us along the way, we are sparking a movement of good and reimagining what education can be.
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Thursday Oct 17, 2024
Thursday Oct 17, 2024
In this week’s episode of Dreams of Education, Kelly and Michelle dive deep into two of Anastasis Academy’s most beloved rituals—Identity Day and Storyline. They discuss how these traditions evolved from simple ideas into transformative learning experiences that honor student identity, foster community, and empower self-expression. From showcasing personal interests to exploring metaphors of growth, Kelly and Michelle reflect on how these rituals celebrate the whole child and build meaningful connections. Tune in to hear inspiring stories of how play, creativity, and reflection shape the culture of learning at Anastasis.
Other places to follow Michelle and Kelly:
Michelle: http://avenue4learning.com/
Kelly: http://dreamsofeducation.wordpress.com http://ktsplace.com
Thursday Oct 10, 2024
Thursday Oct 10, 2024
In this episode, Michelle and Kelly reflect on the early days of Anastasis Academy, where we began with zero funding, zero curriculum, and zero furniture. We share stories from that first year—our challenges, successes, and even some of Kelly's best terrible ideas. We discuss how constraints acted as creative abundance, shaping the intentional, learner-centered culture that defines Anastasis today. Tune in as we explore the beauty of starting from zero and how it led to creating something truly meaningful.
See photos from this episode at: Dreams of Education
Find Michelle at: Avenue4Learning
Find Kelly at: KT's Place or Dreams of Education
Friday Oct 04, 2024
Friday Oct 04, 2024
Welcome to the very first episode of Dreams of Education! In this episode, we dive into why we decided to start a podcast now, 14 years after launching Anastasis Academy. We share the story of how we met, how our paths crossed in unexpected ways, and the journey that led us to create a school together in 2011. It’s the beginning of many reflections on education, innovation, and everything we’ve learned along the way. Join us as we kick off this new adventure!
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Welcome to Dreams of Education: Stories from Anastasis Academy—a podcast that takes you behind the scenes of starting a school that breaks the mold. Join me, Kelly Tenkely, founder of Anastasis Academy, and Michelle Baldwin, the very first teacher (who has done EVERY job at Anastasis!), as we reflect on 14 years of stories, lessons learned, and dreams for the future of education. Part journal, part lessons in teaching, leadership and innovation, and part vision for what’s next, this podcast is for educators, dreamers, and change makers who believe learning can be bigger. Along the way, we’ll bring in voices from the people who have inspired us, shaped our journey, and shared our vision for a reimagined education. Tune in for real stories, candid conversations, and a whole lot of heart as we explore what it means to create a school where every child belongs.