Stellar Teacher Podcast with Sara Marye

In this episode of Dear Stellar Teacher, Emily and I talk about how using AI can actually make teaching easier and why it doesn’t have to feel overwhelming. We break down practical ways to use AI for things like organizing student groups, creating seating charts, planning parent-teacher conferences, and streamlining your day—without losing the human touch that makes teaching meaningful.

I'm sharing 3 important literacy lessons to teach at the beginning of the year (along with activities and picture books to go along with each lesson) to set your students up for literacy success.

What if I told you that 90% of students can achieve grade-level literacy with the right instruction? In today’s episode, we’re joined by Dr. Jan Hasbrouck, a leading researcher, author, and consultant in the field of literacy. Dr. Hasbrouck has spent her career helping educators better understand the complexities of reading fluency and effective interventions. Today, she’s sharing her valuable insights on reaching grade-level literacy with us. Whether you’re an upper elementary teacher working with students still developing foundational skills or someone looking to dive deeper into the science of reading, you’re in the right place.

Whether you’re just starting to explore word study or are already using it in your classroom, this episode will help you lay the groundwork for an impactful word study block. I’ll break down the three key components to successful word study instruction, including how to teach students to recognize and understand words in a way that supports their fluency and comprehension.