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TransformED with STEP Up
Welcome to TransformED, the podcast designed for instructional leaders and educators ready to drive real change in their schools. If you're looking for innovative ways to transform education, you're in the right place.
Each episode delves into key issues affecting education, identifying flaws in traditional systems and exploring effective strategies for leaders. From tackling complex challenges to discovering groundbreaking approaches, we provide the tools needed for meaningful school transformation.
TransformED with STEP Up
Reimaging KC Schools: Startland Edu Leads the Way
In this inspiring episode of TransformED with StepUp, we sit down with Christina Hocker, Director of Education at Startland, to explore how design thinking and entrepreneurial mindsets can reinvigorate classrooms and empower both students and teachers. With two decades of experience and a passion for innovation, Christina shares her journey from building a culinary program that connected students to real-world experiences, to scaling educator support across Missouri and beyond.
Together, we unpack Startland’s mission to reimagine what’s possible in education through:
- Real-world learning that inspires student agency and engagement
- Design thinking as a tool for problem-solving and empathy-building
- The importance of coaching and support for educators adopting new approaches
Whether you're looking to rethink instruction, bring energy back to your classroom, or support your team in transforming practice, this episode is full of practical insights and inspiration.
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