From seeds to Trees
Nurturing potential
and hope in education
With Zaneta Brown Ingles

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Dr. Zaneta Brown Ingles is an educator and serial entrepreneur on a quest to improve the world by connecting with other beautiful souls who also wish to shake up the landscape and create a more level playing field. She holds an Ed.D. in Higher Education, a Master's degree in Arts and Teaching, and a Bachelor's degree in English with a concentration in Writing for Television.

She has had the pleasure of working in education for over 20 years as a supervisor, consultant, and teacher, positively impacting the lives of thousands of students.

One way of paying it forward is as program manager for Jus One Academy; which is all about youth empowerment and transformation.

Zaneta has seen many classrooms internationally, around the states from high school to college and she's currently based outside Washington DC ( Charles County Maryland) where she works - with 2 feet on the ground - with kids from grade 6-8 in middle school.

And with a big love for writing and language arts and as a teacher in those fields Beautiful busy bee Zaneta is also a exam administrator, and a reading resource instructor a school reformer expert.

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Dr. Zaneta Brown Ingles

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Cultivating Belief and Empowerment in Education

In the latest episode of the Embodied Educator Podcast, episode number 45, we were thrilled to host Dr. Zaneta Brown Ingles, an inspiring educator and serial entrepreneur dedicated to transforming the educational landscape. With over two decades of experience, Dr. Ingles continues to impact the lives of students and teachers alike, promoting an educational philosophy rooted in belief, empowerment, and the power of relationships.

A Journey Inspired by Connection Dr. Ingles's journey in education began in her childhood, guided by an influential teacher who mirrored the traits she now embodies in her own practice. This foundational relationship fueled her dedication to education and nurtures her ongoing mission to foster environments where students feel seen, heard, and supported.

Building a Framework for Success A significant portion of our discussion focused on an innovative framework Dr. Ingles has implemented in schools: claim, evidence, reasoning (CER). The CER framework is designed to foster critical thinking and reflection, helping students develop their argumentative writing skills across various subjects. This approach not only prepares students for standardized tests but also cultivates an invaluable skill set for their broader educational journey.

The Power of Environment and Embodiment Dr. Ingles emphasizes the importance of creating a classroom environment where students feel safe and empowered to express themselves. Her insights highlight the challenges and systemic issues within the current educational structure, such as testing environments that can hinder student performance. Through her reflective journaling practice, Dr. Ingles develops actionable strategies to overcome these obstacles, ensuring all students have the opportunity to excel.

Encouraging Student Engagement and Participation Dr. Ingles also shares her commitment to engaging students on a personal level, encouraging them to reflect on how they relate to their reading materials. By making connections between texts and personal experiences, students are more likely to develop a love for reading and improve their literacy skills. Additionally, giving students the opportunity to provide feedback on each other's work fosters a culture of collaboration and accountability, vital components in lifelong learning.

Addressing Modern Challenges and Supporting Students Our conversation also touched on contemporary challenges like vaping and the necessity of parental involvement in education. Dr. Ingles advocates for initiatives like "Parent University," which aims to educate parents on how best to support their children's academic journey and overall well-being.

A Vision for Transformation Dr. Ingles's vision is clear: to cultivate a belief in students that they can achieve anything and to create educational environments that support their growth. By embodying love, hope, and humor, she continues to inspire both educators and students, illuminating the path toward a more equitable and empowering educational landscape. For anyone intrigued by Dr. Ingles's practices or wishing to catch up on this enlightening conversation, you can connect with her via email at ZBrownIngles@gmail.com. Together, let's create a future for education that champions belief, empowerment, and boundless possibilities.

Empowering Students Through Reflection and Belief

"  We ask the kids to leave their egos at the door.
We as educators have to leave our egos at the door."

~ Zaneta Brown Ingles ~

Inspiration & benefits of reflective journaling

• You are more focused on the life you are creating.

• You have experiences you can share.

• Enhanced creativity

• Clarity of self and clarity of goals in life

• Understand and deal with problems rather than ignoring them

Discover Prompt– Remembering the experience

1. What happened?

2. Where did it happen?

3. When did it happen?

4. Who was involved?

Analyze Prompts – Interpret the experience

1. How does it compare with other experiences?

2. What is important about the event?

3. What is interesting about the event?

4. What are explanations for the event?

5. Why did the event happen?

Innovate Prompts– What can be learned from the experience

1. What is the life lesson?

2. How can the life lesson be applied in the future?

3. What patterns can I recognize going forward?

"   I tell my students;
You can be anything that you wanna be.
Your circumstances does not determine who you will be."

~ Zaneta Brown Ingles ~

// RESOURCES

Images

• Trees: Arnoud Mesureur

• Zaneta provided by Zaneta Brown Ingles

• Seed and sun: Shyamli Kashyap

Websites

• Find some context and guidance on Reflective journaling here

• Jus One Academy: www.jusoneacademy.org

• Liz speaks about Family Constellations work of Marianne Franke-Gricksh, the book is: "You're One of Us"