Bold Women Collective Backstory Podcast
Bold Women Collective Backstory Podcast
Podcast Description
Welcome to the Bold Women Collective: Backstory Podcast—a space where the stories of trailblazing women in education come to life. In each episode, we dive deep into the journeys of women who have shaped the classroom and the future of learning. From educators and administrators to policy changers and advocates, these incredible women share the challenges they’ve faced, the lessons they’ve learned, and the bold steps they’ve taken to make an impact.
This isn’t just a podcast—it’s a celebration of resilience, empowerment, and boldness.
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Content Themes
The podcast focuses on themes of resilience, empowerment, and educational innovation, with episodes that delve into topics like leadership challenges faced by superintendents during the pandemic, the integration of technology in the classroom, and transformative opportunities in education. Specific examples include discussions on the personal experiences of superintendents during COVID-19 and the impact of innovative strategies on teaching practices.
Bold Women Collective: Stories of Women Changemakers in Education spotlights the powerful journeys of women breaking barriers in education, leadership, and community impact. Each episode features inspiring women leaders, educators, and advocates who share the pivotal moments, challenges, and breakthroughs that shaped their paths. From educational leadership and equity to career transitions and resilience, these conversations offer real-world wisdom for women committed to transforming education.
Follow the show to hear the backstories behind the women shaping the future of education.
In this episode of Bold Women Collective Backstory, Jolene Levin sits down with Kim Collins, Director of Curriculum at IMSE, for an inspiring and deeply important conversation about literacy, education leadership, and the science of reading.
Kim shares her journey from classroom teacher to literacy specialist and curriculum leader, explaining how early experiences with struggling readers shaped her mission to transform how we teach reading in schools.
Together, they explore why literacy is the foundation for every subject, the challenges students face when learning to read, and how equipping teachers with the right tools can dramatically change outcomes for children.
What you’ll learn:
• Why literacy is the gateway to every academic subject
• The power of structured literacy and the science of reading
• The biggest challenges students face when learning to read today
• Why teacher training is essential to improving literacy outcomes
• How strong literacy instruction can change the trajectory of a child’s life
Kim’s mission is simple but powerful: when we teach children to read effectively, we unlock their future.
If you're an educator, district leader, or advocate for student success, this episode offers insight, inspiration, and a powerful reminder of the impact literacy has on our communities.
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