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
'A Fire Inside Us’: Pioneering Technology in Education with RJ Bialk
Join RJ Bialk as he shares his inspiring journey from a marketing graduate to becoming the Chief Technology Officer of Deerfield Public Schools (IL). In this engaging episode, RJ recounts his unexpected path into education, the challenges he faced, and the innovative solutions he implemented to bring technology into the classroom. His story is a testament to the power of perseverance, creativity, and the impact one person can have on an entire school district (including how he built out a computer lab essentially from the ground up). Whether you're an educator, tech enthusiast, or simply looking for a motivational story, this episode is packed with valuable insights and heartwarming anecdotes that will leave you inspired.
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