In this mini-finale-compilation-episode, Dr. Dave reflects on six of his previous guests' responses to the question: why do you still believe in school? Responses come from previous I Still Believe in School guests Leanne Switzer, Marissa Knox, Rachel Davidson, Katie Manwiller, Gertrudes Fidalgo, and Lenore Grunko.

Dr. Dave is taking a break from podcasting for a while to pursue some other projects - he hopes to come back soon. In the meantime, don't stop believin'!

Dave chats with pediatric occupational therapist Rachel Davidson - one of his besties from graduate school. They play Teacher Feature Trivia to support schools impacted by the LA wildfires. Donate here.

In this mini-compilation-episode, Dr. Dave reflects back to some of his guests proudest teaching moments. Most of these proud moments came years later when former students shared with these amazing teachers the great successes they've had often because of the incredible these teachers had on them as children.

Dr. Dave chats with one of his work besties, Dr. Rose Jagielo Manion, an educator of over 30 years. Rose plays Teacher Feature Trivia to get diverse books for Ms. Park, an elementary school teacher in Philadelphia.

In this mini-compilation-episode, Dr. Dave reflects on four of his previous guests' responses to the question: what is the best teaching advice you've ever gotten or have to give? Responses come from previous I Still Believe in School guests Catherine Rowe, Tara McDonough, Melissa Rojas Williams, and Bev Friberg.

Dr. Dave chats with Gertrudes Fidalgo, veteran early childhood educator and Dave's friend and mentor of 18 years. They talk all things early childhood education, and Gertrudes plays "Teacher Feature Trivia" for a Donors Choose Gift Card for her pre-k classroom in the Boston Public Schools.

In this mini-compilation-episode, Dr. Dave reflects on four of his previous guests' responses to the question: what is the greatest opportunity facing schools today? Responses come from previous I Still Believe in School guests Kathleen Doyle, Becca Rich, Joanna Batt, and Maleka Donaldson.

Dr. Dave chats with self-compassion teacher, professor, poet, and very dear friend, Dr. Marissa C. Knox. Marissa plays Teacher Feature Trivia to raise funds for two teachers' Donors Choose Projects. Learn more about Marissa and her work on her website: https://www.marissa-knox.com/