Guest: Lydia Croupe, Professional Learning Coordinator, Irving ISDThe early years of teaching can define an educator’s future. Lydia Croupe reflects on her own path from classroom teacher to professional learning leader, sharing how curiosity, reflection, and support systems shape a career of lifelong growth.Learn more about Lydia (https://cupoftea.education/about-me/)Don't miss TCEA 2026! (https://convention.tcea.org/)

Guest: Mabel Estevez-Juarez, Title I Math Specialist, Northside ISDResilience defines Mabel Estevez-Juarez’s journey in education. In this candid conversation, she opens up about what it takes to keep showing up for students, advocate for equity, and fight for the future of learning.TCEA 2026 (https://convention.tcea.org/)

Guest: Alfonso Mendoza, Coordinator for Digital Learning, Sharyland ISDFor Alfonso Mendoza, technology is more than a tool, it’s a catalyst for transformation. He shares stories of helping teachers reimagine their classrooms, rethink practice, and discover how tech can make teaching more human, not less.Learn more about Alfonso (https://www.myedtech.life/)Don't miss the 2026 TCEA Convention! (https://convention.tcea.org/)

Guests: Jim and Maurie Beasley, Technology Director & Network/System Administrator, Llano ISDInnovation is rarely a solo act. Jim and Maurie Beasley - partners in both life and technology - share how they balance vision and infrastructure to move schools forward. Their story highlights the power of collaboration, trust, and teamwork in bringing new ideas to life.Connect with Jim and Maurie (https://aiedpro.com/about)System Administrators Conference 2025 (https://tcea.org/events/sysadmin/)

Guest: Dinah McMichael, Principal, Cypress-Fairbanks ISDLeadership isn’t just a title, it’s a mindset. Principal Dinah McMichael reflects on what it means to lead with authenticity, empower teachers, and build a culture where everyone, from students to staff, has a voice.Learn more about Dinah (https://marquistopbusiness.com/2025/08/dinah-mcmichael/)TCEA Convention 2025 (convention.tcea.org)

Guest: Brandy Hawthorne, 3rd Grade Math/Science Teacher, Hudson ISDHow do you embrace learning alongside your students? In this episode, Brandy Hawthorne shares her journey as a classroom teacher who discovered that being an expert isn’t the goal - but maintaining her curiosity. She talks about modeling lifelong learning, empowering students, and finding joy in the “aha” moments that happen every day.Find Brandy on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/thejoyousclassroom/?hl=en)TCEA Convention 2025 (https://convention.tcea.org/)

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