172: Ed Spicer - Behind the Dedication - How One Classroom Opened my Eyes to the Genius Children Carry

Send us Fan MailWhat does it really take to create a classroom where students not only learn math but also trust themselves, their peers, and their teacher? In this episode, I sit down with educator Ed Spicer to talk about building a math classroom community where students are independent, curious, and unafraid of hard things.A Classroom That Changed EverythingWhen I first visited Ed Spicer’s 1st grade classroom, I was floored. His students weren’t waiting for instructions—they were running through morning routines on their own, journaling, exercising their brains, and preparing for the day with total independence. In this episode, Ed shares how creating a strong classroom community builds student ownership and transforms learning.Connect with Ed - [email protected]🎧 Listen Now This episode is packed with insights on building classroom community in math, fostering independence, and helping kids embrace challenges with confidence. Tune in today, subscribe for more conversations like this, and don’t forget to leave a review to help us reach more educators and families!📘 Want to go deeper? Join my Book Launch Crew and grab your copy of Word Problem Workshop when it drops this fall.How to Increase Student Confidence in Math without Changing Your CurriculumMay 7, 2026 at 11:30 Central - Zoom Sign up NOW - monamath.com/leaderworkshop