Turning Challenges into Triumphs: From Struggling Reader To Celebrated Author - The Torch: Summer Series Ep. 3

Continuing in our special summer educators of the year series, this episode of The Torch introduces you to Lindsay Hill, a fourth-grade teacher at Sundance Elementary School in the Beaumont Unified School District. Ms. Hill’s story is one of perseverance, creativity, and a true passion for creating a safe, supportive space for her students. You won’t want to miss her personal journey and what it means to use your personal struggles as motivation to create a better world for others. These episodes share never before seen discussions with each of the eleven educators who were chosen through the rigorous educator of the year selection process. Join us now for this never-before-seen extended interview with Lindsay Hill — only on The Torch. CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Introduction 01:45 - When did you discover you had dyslexia? 03:23 - Why is teaching your calling? 05:05 - How did you become a reading interventionist? 05:47 - Bringing the standards to life 06:18 - Teaching the whole child 06:43 - Engagement, positivity, and incentives 07:19 - Successful reading intervention strategies 08:22 - The California experience 08:46 - Becoming an author 10:27 - The “Diary of a Ship” lesson 11:10 - Receiving this award 12:36 - Thank you for joining us Listen to The Torch on: Apple Podcasts: https://go.rcoe.us/TheTorch-OnApple Spotify: https://go.rcoe.us/TheTorch-OnSpotify The Torch: A Podcast by Riverside County Office of Education is a new show diving into different topics on education. From family engagement to new laws being put in that affects education, RCOE will talk with guests who are knowledgable in these topics. Subscribe to RCOE's The Torch channels on Spotify or Apple Podcasts, our YouTube channel, and follow our social media for notifications of upcoming episodes every 3rd Tuesday of the month. Connect with RCOE Online! Visit RCOE.us: https://www.rcoe.us Find RCOE on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RiversideCOE Follow RCOE on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/riverside_coe/ #RCOEtheTorch