In this episode of the podcast, I speak with Josh Reppun. Josh has been working with Ted Dintersmith and his team for almost six years now moving the MLTS, WSCB and Innovation Playlist conversations and actions forward in Hawaiʻi. This moment, the launch of whatschoolcouldbe.org is the great leap forward for Team Ted and Josh are stoked to be a part. Check out his film, “The Innovation Playlist,” at WhatSchoolCouldBe.org in a section labeled “Supporting Change in the Field.” And, check out his What School Could Be podcast
In this engaging episode of the podcast, I speak with Josh Reppun, an experienced educator and advocate for innovation in education. Josh has been working closely with Ted Dintersmith and his team for many years, advancing the conversations and actions surrounding MLTS, WSCB, and the Innovation Playlist in Hawaiʻi. This episode celebrates the launch of whatschoolcouldbe.org, which marks a significant milestone for Team Ted.
Josh shares his unique journey from his origins in Hawaiʻi to becoming a chef, hotel manager, and eventually transitioning into education. He discusses the impact of Ted Dintersmith’s film “Most Likely to Succeed” as a catalyst for change in education over the years, and the commonalities he has observed from various perspectives and teaching experiences across different locations. The conversation explores the need for rethinking the education system based on success stories from around the world, and what the future holds for Josh’s work in education.
Key takeaways from the episode include the importance of building a community around education reform, as exemplified by the development of whatschoolcouldbe.org and its associated online community. The conversation also highlights the rapid spread of innovative ideas in education, fueled by increased communication and collaboration among educators worldwide. Moreover, the podcast touches on the potential impact of digital resources, such as podcasts, on the future of education.
Listeners are challenged to share their thoughts and ideas gathered from the conversation on social media, reflecting on what resonated with them personally. The episode also mentions several resources for further exploration, including the “What School Could Be” podcast, Ted Dintersmith’s website, and various other books and articles related to education reform and innovation.
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TOPICS WE EXPLORE(giving tiny tidbit for inquiry in your behalf:)
- Who is Josh Reppun?
- His origin story from Hawaii to being a chef, hotel manager, then into education.
- What have been so of the impacts of MLTS as a springboard to create change in education over the years?
- What are the commonalities that Josh has been able to gather from all the perspectives and teaching in various locations?
- How do we think about the education system based on success stories from all over.
- What is next for Josh in his work in education?
Overview Breakdown(help from Notably)
YOUR CHALLENGE
Share ideas you gathered from the conversation with us on the socials.
What resonated with you?
RESOURCES MENTIONED IN SHOW
- Podcast – https://wscbpodcast.com/
- https://whatschoolcouldbe.org/
- Twiiter – https://twitter.com/joshreppun
- Most Likely To Succeed – https://teddintersmith.com/mltsfilm/
- 100. Ted Dintersmith, Relentless Crusader for What School Could Be https://blubrry.com/wscbh/93736556/100-ted-dintersmith-relentless-crusader-for-what-school-could-be
- 6 Ways to Use ChatGPT to Save Time https://www.edutopia.org/article/6-ways-chatgpt-save-teachers-time/
- Big Magic: Creative Living Beyond Fear https://amzn.to/3UvGP21
- 103. Bike Repair, Great Coffee and Three Pioneers at Embark Education https://blubrry.com/wscbh/94993764/103-bike-repair-great-coffee-and-three-pioneers-at-embark-education
JUST A FEW OF MY FAVORITE IDEAS FROM THE CONVERSATION!
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