033: When Sneakers Meet Standards: How Dr. Kris Childs Unlocks Math Brilliance

What happens when we stop treating math like a checklist and start seeing it as a living, breathing human experience? In this powerful conversation, Dr. Kris Childs shares how centering student interests — starting with a group of sneaker-obsessed teens — unlocked a classroom full of powerful mathematical thinking. We explore why context matters, how technology can be a tool for deeper engagement, and why preparing students for life beyond school means rethinking how we teach math today. If you’re ready to turn your lessons into meaningful, real-world experiences, this episode is for you.Connect with Dr. Kristopher Childs! https://www.youtube.com/@DrKChildshttps://www.kristopherchilds.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/drkristopherjchilds/