Episode 12: The Seeds We Scatter

Katie didn't plan to record this episode.

While leading professional development in Jefferson County, she unexpectedly ran into Dr. Ash Kaiser — the educator who, years earlier at Adamsville Elementary, planted a seed that transformed her classroom practice.

What started with chickens, gardens, and project-based learning became something deeper.

In this heartfelt conversation, Katie and Dr. Kaiser reflect on:

• The lasting influence of George Washington Carver

• Why problem-based learning begins with relationships

• The courage to take instructional risks

• The power of collaboration across schools and districts

• The "butterfly effect" educators create every single day

From soil science to servant leadership, this episode is a reminder that teaching isn't just about standards — it's about humanity.

The seeds we plant matter.

Guest: Dr. Ash Kaiser
Elementary Math Specialist, Jefferson County Board of Education

Referenced Inspiration:

• George Washington Carver

• Booker T. Washington

• Tuskegee Institute (now Tuskegee University)

Key Themes:

• Problem-Based vs. Project-Based Learning

• Teacher-Student Relationships

• Community Partnerships

• Agricultural Literacy in Elementary Schools

• Growth Mindset & Servant Leadership

• The Butterfly Effect in Education