Autonome
Self-Improvement
About
Introducing Autonome – a pioneering program that seamlessly integrates Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) with mindfulness through a distinctive coaching approach. Through that interconnection and our unique use of coaching protocols, Autonome expertly guides students towards reaching their potential and desired future. Empower personal development with Autonome!
Episodes
- From Crisis to Cohesion: Building a System That Truly Supports Student Mental Health with Matthew Kaemmerer
Matthew Kaemmerer, Director of Pupil Services at Oshkosh Area School District, discusses transforming student mental health support. He explains moving from crisis response to a proactive, integrated system through the "Rise Up" framework.…
- Designing Belonging and Purpose in Education with Dr. Alison Hanks-Sloan
In this episode, Dr. Alison Hanks-Sloan joins host Fran Kenton to discuss designing belonging and purpose in education. They explore building systems where students feel seen, connected, and prepared for life beyond school, and how distric…
- From Voice to Impact: Building Student-Centered Systems with Amy Graeber
In this episode of Autonome, Amy Graeber, Chief Instructional Officer at Uvalde CISD, discusses building student-centered systems. She shares her insights on empowering student voice and creating supportive educational environments.
- Inclusive Systems, Leadership, and Writing a Great Story with Rusty Gordon
In this episode, Rusty Gordon, Director of Pupil Services at Marysville Joint Unified School District, discusses building inclusive and equitable educational environments. He shares his leadership philosophy, focusing on student connection…
- From Compliance to Impact in Special Education with Nicole Tyo
In this episode, Nicole Tyo, Director of Special Education at South Western City Schools, discusses transitioning special education from compliance to impact. She highlights the importance of inclusive practices, mental health support, and…
- Strong Enough to Be Flexible: Andrew Morton’s Approach to Student Success and MTSS
In this episode, Andrew Morton, MTSS Behavior Coordinator and Director of Student Services at Mount Vernon R-V School District, discusses his approach to student success and MTSS, including his "come alongside" leadership philosophy and th…
- From Attendance Recovery to Wellness: Innovative Approaches in Student Services at Banning Unified
Moises M. Merlos, Director of Student Services at Banning Unified School District, discusses their approach to student services. He covers attendance recovery programs, wellness centers, and community partnerships aimed at student reengage…
- Student Wellness, Safety, and Alternative Education Innovation with Dr. Bonny Porter
In this episode, Dr. Bonny Porter discusses student wellness, safety, and alternative education innovation. He shares insights on building coordinated supports, updating discipline, expanding alternative learning, and strengthening attenda…
- Career Readiness, Relevance, and Real-World Learning with Jarrad Grandy
In this episode, Jarrad Grandy discusses career readiness and real-world learning. He shares his mission to help students become career-ready and insights on scalable systems within educational frameworks.