Front of the Class
The Front of the Class podcast brings you real stories from real educators — insightful, inspiring, and sometimes unexpected! Hear from passionate teachers, school leaders, and education experts as they share career journeys, challenges, and game-changing strategies. Whether you're just starting out or a seasoned pro, this podcast is your go-to for fresh ideas, motivation, and a community that gets it.
Front of the Class
Latest Episodes
Joy in Teaching with 2026 Arkansas Teacher of the Year Stephanie Williams
Across her career, 2026 Arkansas Teacher of the Year Stephanie Williams is a music educator whose has embraced creativity, cross-curricular collaboration, and finding new ways to make learning memorable. As she begins a year serving...
Making Math Real with 2026 Kentucky Teacher of the Year Michelle Gross
Michelle Gross, the 2026 Kentucky Teacher of the Year, has spent 22 years helping students discover that math is more than numbers on a page. Through project-based learning, she helps students connect mathematical concepts to real-world applica...
Finding Confidence Through Real-World Learning with Frederick Imadonmwinyi
Frederick Imadonmwinyi is a math educator and Moreland University graduate whose 11-year teaching journey has taken him from Nigeria to Liberia and Guyana. Working with middle and high school students, he’s found that his greatest passion exten...
Growing Through Your First Year of Teaching with Allie Peterson
Allie Peterson recently completed her first year as a teacher, leading third grade classes in the same Idaho community where she grew up. It didn’t take her long to discover that success in education is about authenticity, reflection, and build...
Championing Curiosity with 2025 Kentucky Teacher of the Year Jennifer Montgomery
Jennifer Montgomery has spent more than two decades helping students build confidence, think critically, and connect classroom learning to the world around them. Throughout that time, the 2025 Kentucky Teacher of the Year career has prioritized...