Join us for an inspiring conversation with Tan-A Hoffman, an Anishinaabe language and culture teacher from Michigan's Upper Peninsula. Tan-A shares her passion for Indigenous education, her journey to becoming a National Board Certified Teacher, and her advocacy for culturally responsive teaching.

In this episode, you'll hear about:

• The importance of Indigenous languages: Tan-A discusses the vital role language plays in Indigenous sovereignty and how schools can support language revitalization efforts.
• Bringing Indigenous knowledge to life: Discover how Tan-A incorporates land-based learning and traditional practices into her classroom, from processing manoomin (wild rice) to learning about treaty rights.
• The impact of National Board Certification: Tan-A reflects on her National Board journey and how it has opened doors for leadership and mentorship.
• Advice for culturally responsive teaching: Gain valuable insights on how to create a more inclusive and engaging learning environment for all students.

Plus, don't miss Tan-A's heartwarming story about learning from elders and her powerful message about the importance of representation in education. This episode is a must-listen for anyone who cares about creating a more equitable and just education system.

Join us for an inspiring conversation with Noraa Ransey, a National Board Certified Teacher with over 20 years of experience in the classroom. Noraa shares her journey as an educator, the challenges and rewards she's encountered, and her unwavering commitment to her students and public education.

In this episode, you'll learn about:

• Noraa's passion for teaching and her dedication to professional development.
• Her involvement in various leadership roles, including SBDM Minority Representative, KEA Executive Council, and Teacher Leader of the Kentucky Education Commissioner's Teacher Advisory Council.
• Her commitment to diversity and inclusion as the State Ethnic Minority Director.
• Her contributions to the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards as an NBCT Cadre member.
• Her insights on the future of education and the importance of technology in the classroom.

In this special National Board Conversations episode, host Edward Santiago sits down with Ricardo Calderon, an inspiring educator with a truly global perspective. Originally from Panama, Ricardo achieved National Board Certification in World Languages and has since taught in a variety of settings across the globe—from rural North Carolina to New York City, Panama, Oman, China, and currently Kuwait.

In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, Ricardo shares his journey, insights on teaching diverse student populations, and how being a National Board Certified Teacher has impacted his teaching practice in classrooms worldwide. He discusses the unique challenges and rewards of working in international schools and how his experiences have shaped his philosophy of education.

This episode is a must-listen for educators passionate about cultural diversity, global education, and the power of National Board Certification. Tune in to hear Ricardo’s story and his advice for educators who are seeking to make a lasting impact both locally and globally.

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