Princi•PALS Podcast

PrinciPALS: A Rowland Hall Podcast

Parenting is hard. Teaching is hard. But both are a little bit easier when done in partnership.

Join princiPALS Emma Wellman and Jij (pronounced “Jay”) de Jesus—along with alumnus-host Conor Bentley ’01—as they examine some of the most common questions and concerns about the preschool and elementary school years, and share methods on how to raise children who thrive. It’s always a great day to visit the princiPALS’ office!

Episodes

2.01: What We’re Learning about Learning during a Pandemic

In this episode of princiPALS, Emma and Jij discuss some of the most inspiring things they’ve learned (so far) while educating preschool- and elementary-aged children during the pandemic, with a hope that their perspectives on in-person learning may help other educators—as well as answer some of the many questions parents and caregivers have as schools readjust learning models in 2021. Emma and Jij also draw on their lessons to create tips that will help parents and caregivers continue to support children (and themselves) at this time.

1.03: How to Talk to Kids about Race

May 21, 2020

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In this episode of princiPALS, Emma and Jij discuss the importance of talking to kids about race. Join them to unpack common fears around discussing race and bias, including the role socialization plays, and explore studies on kids and race. Listeners will also get tips to help them feel more prepared for these necessary conversations.

Update January 11, 2021: This episode won silver for a single podcast episode in the 2020 InspirED Brilliance Awards. Sample judges' comments: "The branding of the podcast itself is excellent. The topic is timely and I appreciated hearing about the research and action items to take. Terrific resource! The concept of interviewing the two school heads together (the PrinciPALS) is strong and the advice is timely. Really smart advice, well-presented."

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1.02: Academic Rigor

February 13, 2020

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The princiPALS are back in the studio to discuss academic rigor during the early childhood and elementary school years. While traditional education focused on the memorization and regurgitation of facts to display knowledge, Emma and Jij show how today’s students succeed when they know how to seek, evaluate, and use knowledge. They also provide practical tips to help parents and caregivers inspire lifelong learning and collaboration in children.

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1.01: Building Resilience in Children

November 8, 2019

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In the first episode of princiPALS, we’re discussing resilience—that essential life skill that empowers kids to bounce back from challenges and stressors. Join Emma and Jij as they chat about what resilience in children looks and sounds like, and share ways that caregivers and educators can work together to build this skill.

Featuring

Emma Wellman
Beginning School Principalget to know Emma

Jij de Jesus
Lower School Principalget to know Jij

hosted by

Conor Bentley ’01
Conor holds a master’s in education, works in higher education, and has produced several podcasts including the public-radio parody Consider Our Knowledge.

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