Voice in Teaching: Tina Heinecke-Kurtz

We’re back to kick off our “third” season (and sixth year!) with learning strategist, National Board certified science educator, and special education teacher Tina Heineke-Kurtz. Tina is a delightful and adventurous human being with a strong passion for inclusive education, and her career in teaching and advocacy has touched the lives of countless students. We spoke with Tina about life in Oconomowoc, co-teaching in an inclusive classroom, and the challenges of meeting the needs of all learners. Welcome back, listeners, and enjoy the chaos of a gaggle of Midwesterners.

00:00 Ice Fishing with the Stomach Bomb

08:40 Teaching Journey and Career Path

13:20 Middle School and Mentorship

21:00 Co-Teaching In Inclusive Classrooms

27:40 COVID and Social/Emotional Displacement

34:40 Making Chicken Soup

37:20 Inclusive Practices and Stakeholder Perspectives

47:00 Professional Development and Personal Growth

49:20 MARBLES, MARBLES, MARBLES!

56:50 The One Who Cared

1:00:00 What We Learned

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