Joy Integration as Equitable Practice with Mallory Mbalia

29/09/2024 33 min
Joy Integration as Equitable Practice with Mallory Mbalia

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In this episode of Spark Joy in EDU, we talk with Mallory Mbalia, Director of Learning and Education at Fred Rogers Productions, about joy integration as an equitable practice and the power of educational media. Mallory brings such heart to the show and shares insights about the importance of early childhood and how educators are the root waterers, nurturing the roots that can provide sustained support to children throughout the years. Mallory reminds us that families send us their best- the best of their best. And, as educators, every learner deserves our best! About Mallory Mbalia:Mallory Mbalia holds a B.S. in human development from Howard University. She has taught 3-year-olds and kindergarten and was an elementary assistant principal. She holds her M.A.Ed. in Curriculum and Instruction. She also holds her M.S.A., Masters of School Administration, from NC State University. She was an education outreach trainer for PBS NC.  Next, she was the Director of Education at PBS NC. She has a passion for early childhood education, child development, literacy, STEM, equity, art integration, and joy integration. She is now the Director of Learning and Education at Fred Rogers Productions. Website: fredrogers.orgConnect with Mallory Mbalia:Twitter: @MbaliaM LinkedIn: Mallory Mbalia Connect with Elisabeth Bostwick on: LinkedIn Bluesky Instagram X Connect with Tisha Richmond on: LinkedIN Bluesky Instagram X