S6: E6 Creativity, Advocacy, and Lessons from Public Schools with Monica Rowley

In the season finale of our podcast, hosts Nick Monzi and Calvin Sibert are joined by Monica Rowley, an award-winning educator, poet, and lifelong learner whose journey offers an inspiring lens on the evolving purpose of education. From teaching neurodiverse students in Hawaii to leading classrooms in New York City and now Philadelphia, Monica shares what it means to truly meet children where they are and build communities with curiosity and care. She opens up about her life as a writer and how it has served as a powerful tool for reflection and advocacy. The conversation dives deep into the ever-changing learning landscape, discusses how we can reimagine academic spaces to adapt to these changes, and talks about the future. 

What is Fresh Perspectives?

Dive into Fresh Perspectives: Conversations with All-Star Innovators in Education, a podcast dedicated to connecting with the visionaries and organizations driving change in education through disruptive and innovative approaches. Join Learn Fresh’s Nick Monzi and Calvin Sibert as they explore a range of topics—from racial and gender equity to social-emotional learning and the evolving educational landscape. Discover more about our work at learnfresh.org.