Schoolutions Podcast

Do you need innovative strategies for better classroom management and boosting student engagement? This podcast is your go-to resource for coaches, teachers, administrators, and families seeking to create dynamic and effective learning environments. In each episode, you'll discover how to unite educators and caregivers to support students, tackle common classroom management challenges, and cultivate an atmosphere where every learner can thrive.

With over twenty-five years of experience as a teacher and coach, as a host, I bring insights through expert interviews, offering practical tips that bridge the gap between school and home. Tune in every Monday for the best research-backed teaching strategies you can apply right away to better the lives of the children in your care. Stay tuned for my bonus episode every Friday, where I’ll reflect and share connections to what I learned from the guests that week.

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  • "Olivia does an exceptional job making highly complex ideas comprehensible. She models great teaching through her thoughtful questions and listening for connections. You can tell she has looked at the guest's content before the interview, yet asks questions with the intent of having the guests share in an accessible way! Lastly, her heart-calling is to advocate for students, which is evident in the way she asks questions with them in mind!"

  • "Olivia's knowledge about what supporting children in the classroom is *really* like is palpable, as is her deep respect for kids and teachers. She offers so many practical AND inspiring ideas to boost connectedness and joy in the classroom, as do her guests. In uncertain times, this podcast is a balm. Can't recommend it highly enough."

  • "Love this show. I'll admit that I started as a guest of the show, but that great experience has also turned me into a fan. Can't recommend enough for teachers, admin or anyone else invested in education!"

  • "What a pleasure it is to listen to such a relevant, thoughtful, and meaningful overview of the important issues facing teachers, leaders, and caregivers ... and then to be a guest! Schoolutions is a real gem."

  • "What a wonderful experience it was for me to be a guest on Schoolutions! Olivia is extremely thoughtful and kind and made me feel so welcome. This podcast discusses such relevant topics and is something that all educators should listen to! Highly recommend!"

  • "Olivia's podcast is a go to for me because of her personal passions and practice. The bookended episodes every week- one interviewing a thought leader and the next Olivia's reflection on what she sees and tries in schools where she works - adds both depth and inspiration to my understanding and practice. Thank you, Olivia, for sharing the brilliance of our profession and generating so much energy around ideas that matter most."

  • "I recently learned about this podcast and am happy to have found it. The topics are engaging and full of insightful commentary. Olivia is a masterful host. I highly recommend it!"

  • "I have had the pleasure of being on two episodes with Olivia. She is such a generous host and provides a tremendous contribution to the conversations around literacy and learning!"

  • "Great guests, great conversations!"

  • "Olivia Wahl is a gracious, informed, and connected podcast host. She read our book 'Long-Term Success for Experienced Multilinguals' TWICE in preparation for our discussion and contributed insights to the conversation without taking over. She has mastered the art of podcasting and I highly recommend Schoolutions to all educators!"

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