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Thankful for the Village on the November Edufaith Essentials Podcast. November is a month of gratitude, connection, and collaboration at Edufaith Educational Services! As we move into this season of thankfulness, we celebrate the collective effort that helps every child thrive.

1:56 Edufaith Inspirational Story: This month, we are spotlighting a vibrant Atlanta institution where innovation, education, and intentionality converge. Here, students meet high expectations with joy and pride, driven by a strong sense of community.

4:00--Inclusive Dates: This month, we celebrate milestones that recognize the power of education and community:

• 📚 American Education Week (November 17–21)

• 🦃 Happy Thanksgiving (November 28)

• 🫶 Inclusive Celebrations — Recognizing Native American Heritage Month, National School Psychology Week, and Family Engagement Month.

7:08 Essential News In this month's education updates, we're monitoring key national developments impacting schools and leadership:

• The U.S. Department of Education continues to face staffing changes and layoffs.

• New data trends for Students with Disabilities (SWDs)

11:01 Essential Knowledge: It Takes a Village — The Role of a School Psychologist

In this special November episode of Positive School Culture: It Takes a Village, we celebrate the spirit of gratitude and collaboration by spotlighting the essential role of the school psychologist. Our guest, Dr. Millicent Phinizy, a clinical psychology postdoctoral fellow and certified school psychologist, joins us to discuss how school psychologists support students' emotional, academic, and social well-being every day.

57:00 Contact Dr. Phinizy: mphinizy@coraleeinstitute.com

59:00 Words of Wisdom

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Welcome to the October edition of Edufaith Essentials!

🌟 Inspirational Story
1:24 This month, we celebrate Angel Paez, who was born blind but found his gift in music. With no formal training, he mastered six instruments by ear—proving that passion and perseverance can turn obstacles into opportunities.

📅 Dates to Celebrate
3:13 October brings important observances: Hispanic Heritage Month, Breast Cancer Awareness Month, National Principals Month, ADHD Awareness Month, and, of course, Happy Halloween! 🎃

📰 Essential News
7:05 We’ll share updates on: August and September Stories

· TPSID grants expanding inclusive college programs

· OCR findings addressing disability discrimination

· And more disability news shaping education today.

📖 Essential Knowledge
12:33 Our focus this month is building positive school culture—because it takes a village for students to thrive, and unity in our schools is essential for success and achievement.

34:16 Words of Wisdom

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The September episode of the Edufaith Essentials Podcast is LIVE, and you don’t want to miss it! This month, we’re celebrating change, culture, and community while tackling some of the most pressing issues in education today.

1:28 Inspirational Story: Hear the inspirational story of a teenage inventor who designed the Move-D Brace—a true reminder that young people can lead the way in innovation and impact.

3:20 Dates to Remember: We’re also honoring Hispanic Heritage Month, Grandparents Day, and yes—Dr. Nakia’s birthday! 🎉

6:11 Essential News: In Essential News, we’ll dive into important topics such as the slowdown in civil rights enforcement, the impact of federal funding cuts on students with disabilities, and updates on DMS 2.0.

14:11 Essential Knowledge, Don't miss the segment titled "It Takes a Village: The Power of Home-School Partnerships," which provides practical strategies for parents to build stronger connections with schools.

45:19 Words of Wisdom

🔥 Tune in now on all streaming platforms, and watch the complete experience on our Edufaith Essentials YouTube page. Remember to like, subscribe, and share—it’s more than just a podcast; it’s a movement for equity, leadership, and hope in education. The Power of Home-School Partnerships, with practical strategies for parents to build stronger connections with schools.

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