Inspiring Teachers: The Honored Podcast – Details, episodes & analysis

Welcome to Inspiring Teachers: The Honored Podcast, where we shine a spotlight on life-changing teachers across the country. Our podcast is brought to you by Honored, a national nonprofit organization dedicated to honoring and elevating great teachers.

In this episode, you will hear about:

- The history and impact of Honored

- The importance of teacher recognition

- What you can expect from our podcast

Links Mentioned:

- Nominate a teacher: https://www.honored.org/nominate/

- Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/honored/

- Follow us on Twitter: https://x.com/honored/

- Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Honored.org/

- Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/honored.org

- Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@honoredteachers

Episode Music Credits:

- Music by DanaMusic: https://pixabay.com/users/danamusic-31920663/

- Music by AudioCoffee: https://www.audiocoffee.net/

Download The Episode Transcript Here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/11S62uu_64l6CZk5rpH78do30mrHkESPAOMoMHslj_-U/edit?usp=sharing 

Welcome to Inspiring Teachers: The Honored Podcast, where we shine a spotlight on life-changing teachers across the country. Our podcast is brought to you by Honored, a national nonprofit organization dedicated to honoring and elevating great teachers. 

In this episode, you will hear the story of the recipient of our March Honored National Teaching Award, Marcy Anderson. Marcy Anderson is a 2nd-grade teacher at Manchester Park Elementary School in Lenexa, KS. She was nominated for this award by her student, Ben, and Ben's mom, Jessica. Joining Marcy in this episode are her student, Ben, and Ben's mom, Jessica.

You'll hear about:

- Marcy Anderson's journey to becoming a teacher

- The impact Marcy has had on Ben and his family

- Marcy's dedication to creating a supportive and safe environment for her students

- The extraordinary work Marcy is doing to make a life-changing impact on her students

You'll also hear from Steve Drummond, who shares about a teacher who left an incredible impact on their journey. Steve Drummond is an author, educator, and, for more than 20 years, a journalist at NPR in Washington.

Links Mentioned:

- Read more about Marcy Anderson's story: https://www.honored.org/honoree/marcy-anderson

- Nominate a teacher: https://www.honored.org/nominate/

- Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/honored/

- Follow us on Twitter: https://x.com/honored/

- Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Honored.org/

- Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/honored.org

- Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@honoredteachers

Episode Music Credits:

- Music by DanaMusic: https://pixabay.com/users/danamusic-31920663/

- Music by AudioCoffee: https://www.audiocoffee.net/

Welcome to Inspiring Teachers: The Honored Podcast, where we shine a spotlight on life-changing teachers across the country. Our podcast is brought to you by Honored, a national nonprofit organization dedicated to honoring and elevating great teachers. 

In this episode, you will hear the story of the recipient of our February Honored National Teaching Award, Kurk Watson. Kurk Watson is a K-8 drama teacher at Albert M. Greenfield School in Philadelphia, PA. He was nominated for this award by Summer House Institute: https://www.summerhouseco.org/. Joining Kurk in this episode is his student, Nate, and Nate's parent Erica.

You'll hear about:

- Kurk Watson's journey to becoming a teacher

- The impact Kurk Watson has had on Nate and Erica

- Kurk's dedication to providing experiences and supporting students in cultivating passions

- The extraordinary work Kurk is doing to make a life-changing impact on his students

You'll also hear from Global Managing Partner of Paul Hastings, Sherrese Smith, who shares about a teacher who left an incredible impact on their journey.

Links Mentioned:

- Read more about Kurk Watson's story: https://www.honored.org/honoree/kurk-watson/

- Nominate a teacher: https://www.honored.org/nominate/

- Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/honored/

- Follow us on Twitter: https://x.com/honored/

- Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Honored.org/

- Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/honored.org

Episode Music Credits:

- Music by DanaMusic: https://pixabay.com/users/danamusic-31920663/

- Music by AudioCoffee: https://www.audiocoffee.net/

Welcome to Inspiring Teachers: The Honored Podcast, where we shine a spotlight on life-changing teachers across the country. Our podcast is brought to you by Honored, a national nonprofit organization dedicated to honoring and elevating great teachers. 

In this episode, you will hear the story of the recipient of our January Honored National Teaching Award, Aleah Washington. Aleah Washington is a middle school special education teacher at Murray Middle School in Ridgecrest, California. She was nominated for this award by Jocelin Quinton who shares the incredible impact Aleah Washington has had on Jocelin's son, Ty. 

You'll hear about:

- Ms. Washington's journey to becoming a teacher

- The impact Ms. Washington's class has had on Ty and Mrs. Quinton

- Ms. Washington's dedication to building confidence and supporting her students

- The extraordinary work Ms. Washington is doing to make a life-changing impact on her students

You'll also hear from Oscar-winning actor and professor, Matthew McConaughey, who shares about a teacher who left an incredible impact on their journey. This audio is credited to Nicholas Ferroni who is and Educator, Advocate and Activist. You can learn more about Nicholas Ferroni in the episode credits below.

Links Mentioned:

- Read more about Aleah's story: https://www.honored.org/honoree/aleah-washington/

- Nominate a teacher: https://www.honored.org/nominate/

- Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/honored/

- Follow us on Twitter: https://x.com/honored/

- Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Honored.org/

- Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/honored.org

- Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@honoredteachers

Episode Music Credits:

- Music by DanaMusic: https://pixabay.com/users/danamusic-31920663/

- Music by AudioCoffee: https://www.audiocoffee.net/

- Teachers Who Inspired segment audio of Matthew McConaughey: https://www.instagram.com/p/C1nSjjquaxv/?hl=en

Welcome to Inspiring Teachers: The Honored Podcast, where we shine a spotlight on life-changing teachers across the country. Our podcast is brought to you by Honored, a national nonprofit organization dedicated to honoring and elevating great teachers.

In this episode, you will hear the story of the recipient of our December Honored National Teaching Award, Joseph Keeney. Joseph Keeney is a High School Orchestra teacher at Lee's Summit North High School in Lee's Summit, Missouri. He was nominated for this award by his student Evita Churchill. In this episode, we are also joined by Evita and her mom Jennifer Churchill.

You'll hear about:

- Mr. Keeney's journey to becoming a teacher

- The impact Mr. Keeney's class had on Evita

- Jennifer's heartfelt story of the impact she saw on Evita

- Mr. Keeney's commitment to creating an inclusive space where all students can have fun and feel valued

You'll also hear from our special guest, Wendy Kopp, CEO and Co-founder of Teach For All, as she shares the story of a teacher who had a lasting impact on her life.

Links Mentioned:

- Read more about Joseph's story: https://www.honored.org/honoree/joseph-keeney/

- Nominate a teacher: https://www.honored.org/nominate/

- Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/honored/

- Follow us on Twitter: https://x.com/honored/

- Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Honored.org/

- Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/honored.org

- Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@honoredteachers

Episode Music Credits:

- Music by DanaMusic: https://pixabay.com/users/danamusic-31920663/

- Music by AudioCoffee: https://www.audiocoffee.net/

Welcome to Inspiring Teachers: The Honored Podcast, where we shine a spotlight on life-changing teachers across the country. Our podcast is brought to you by Honored, a national nonprofit organization dedicated to honoring and elevating great teachers.

In this episode, you will hear the story of the recipient of our November Honored National Teaching Award, Diana Fernandez. Diana Fernandez is a Kindergarten teacher at Pinecrest Cove Preparatory Academy in Miami, Florida. She was nominated for this award by parent Lianet Sarduy who shares the incredible impact Diana Fernandez has had on Lianet's son, Aidan.

You'll hear about:

- Diana’s inspiring journey to becoming a teacher

- Aidan’s favorite experiences in Mrs. Fernandez’s classroom

- Lianet’s heartfelt story of her son’s transformation

- Diana’s commitment to emotional learning, fostering a nurturing environment, and empowering her students to reach their full potential

You'll also hear from our special guest, Garrett Boone, co-founder of the container store, as he shares the story of a teacher who had a lasting impact on his life.

Links Mentioned:

- Read more about Diana's story: https://www.honored.org/honoree/diana-fernandez/

- Nominate a teacher: https://www.honored.org/nominate/

- Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/honored/

- Follow us on Twitter: https://x.com/honored/

- Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Honored.org/

- Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/honored.org

- Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@honoredteachers

Episode Music Credits:

- Music by DanaMusic: https://pixabay.com/users/danamusic-31920663/

- Music by AudioCoffee: https://www.audiocoffee.net/

Download The Episode Transcript Here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1vN9hfk4g9xB7MUYn_wLMKRwtoD6WnpPz4dIR-Do8abg/edit?usp=sharing 

Welcome to Inspiring Teachers: The Honored Podcast, where we shine a spotlight on life-changing teachers across the country. Our podcast is brought to you by Honored, a national nonprofit organization dedicated to honoring and elevating great teachers.

To celebrate Autism Acceptance Month, we are honored to share the story of an incredible educator who has made an impact on the life of a student with autism. In this episode, you will hear the story of the recipient of our April Honored National Teaching Award, Kiersten Wood. Kiersten Wood is a 1st-3rd grade Special Day Class teacher at Henry Miller Elementary School in Los Banos, CA. She was nominated for this award by the parents of her student, Payton. Joining Kiersten in this episode are Payton’s mom and dad, Anthony and Samantha.

You'll hear about:

- Kiersten Wood's journey to becoming a teacher

- The impact Kiersten has had on Payton and his family

- Kiersten's dedication to creating an empathetic and encouraging environment for her students

- Kiersten's passion for supporting families with children with disabilities

You'll also hear from Matthew Kenslow, who is the author of "Juggling the Issues: Living with Asperger's Syndrome". He shares about a teacher who left an incredible impact on their journey in our segment "Teachers Who Inspired". You can learn more about Matthew Kenslow in the episode credits below.

Links Mentioned:

- Read more about Kiersten Wood's story: https://www.honored.org/honoree/kiersten-wood

- Nominate a teacher: https://www.honored.org/nominate/

- Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/honored/

- Follow us on Twitter: https://x.com/honored/

- Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Honored.org/

- Follow us on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/honored.org

Episode Music Credits:

- Music by DanaMusic: https://pixabay.com/users/danamusic-31920663/

- Music by AudioCoffee: https://www.audiocoffee.net/

- Teachers Who Inspired segment audio of Matthew Kenslow: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O9FUkVOj0TI