S4 Ep04: Sparking Global Change with Anne Santucci

Guest: Anne Santucci – Social Science teacher at Crystal Lake South and Cary-Grove High School, Dual Credit U.S. History instructor at MCC, and head girls’ soccer coach at Cary-GroveIn this episode, Steph and Todd chat with Anne Santucci, a teacher who knows that innovation doesn’t always mean doing something brand new; it can also mean looking at what’s already working and finding fresh ways to make it even better.Anne shares stories from her classroom and coaching experiences, from a well-worn globe that sparks rich conversations about global change to using AI tools that invite students to think differently. She also talks about how inviting community members and local leaders into her classes helps students see real-world connections to what they’re learning.Throughout the conversation, Anne reflects on what it means to grow as an educator after 24 years in the classroom. She models what she hopes her students will learn: that trying new things, being open about what doesn’t work, and staying curious are all part of genuine innovation.