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Don’t Forget to Have Fun with Corey and An

Don’t Forget to Have Fun with Corey and An

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 Join host Cate Tolnai for a heartfelt reunion with longtime friends Corey Mathias and An Wren, two educators who went from instructional technology coaches (TOSAs) back to the classroom. They share honest reflections on starting over, the early days of edtech, and why relationships are the bridge that carry us through change. 💚✨🎯 What You'll Discover:Coming Full Circle: From TOSA Back to the Classroom 🔄What it feels like to return to teaching after years in instructional tech—like being a first-year teacher again, but wiserStarting over with deeper boundaries, renewed purpose, and lessons from years of innovationWhy the classroom still calls, even after leading district-wide technology initiativesThe Early Days of EdTech Integration 💻Leading Garden Grove Unified through first Chromebook rollouts and Google domain launchesSupporting teachers through COVID chaos and one-to-one device implementationThe evolution from "what's a Chromebook?" to navigating remote learning overnightTech Should Enhance, Not Complicate 🎯Use technology purposefully—if it adds engagement and learning, keep it; if it creates friction, ditch itDon't let tools drive the lesson; let learning goals guide your tech choicesKeep the fun and connection alive—that's what students remember mostMentorship, Friendship & Belonging 🤝How Corey and An's friendship—rooted in humor, honesty, and shared growth—sustained them through career transitionsWhy relationships are the bridge that carry educators through uncertainty and changeThe power of having people who celebrate your wins and catch you when paths shiftTeaching With Renewed Purpose ✨Corey's work with fourth graders at a Title I school, focusing on readers, writers, and English learnersAn's 5th grade classroom and continued involvement in edtech communities (Google Innovator, Adobe Creative Innovator, Book Creator Ambassador)Bringing TOSA experience back to the classroom—what transfers and what has to be relearnedKey Takeaways:✨ Returning to the classroom after coaching feels like starting over—but you bring wisdom, boundaries, and purpose ✨ Lead with learning goals, not tools—if tech enhances engagement, use it; if not, let it go ✨ The early edtech days were wild: first Chromebooks, Google rollouts, COVID chaos, and everything in between ✨ Mentorship and friendship are the bridges that carry educators through change and uncertainty ✨ Keep joy and connection at the center—that's what makes teaching (and learning) meaningful🎯 Perfect For:Former TOSAs or coaches considering a return to the classroomEducators navigating career transitions and wondering what comes nextTeachers seeking a purposeful, balanced approach to using technologyAnyone who values mentorship, friendship, and authentic educator relationshipsLeaders reflecting on the evolution of edtech integration in schoolsEducators who need a reminder that starting over can be a gift, not a step backwardConnect With Our Guests:Corey Mathias Twitter/X: @CoreyMathiasAn WrenInstagram: @hueanwren LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hueanwren/About Corey Mathias:Corey Mathias teaches fourth grade at a Title I school, where he helps students grow as readers, writers, and thinkers. Before returning to the classroom, he served as an Instructional Technology TOSA, supporting teachers with digital tools and innovation. He's passionate about making learning meaningful and accessible for all students, especially English learners, and enjoys connecting with educators to share ideas and strategies.About An Wren:Hue-An Wren is a 5th grade teacher at Patton Elementary in Southern California. She previously served as an Instructional Technology TOSA for 10 years and belongs to multiple edtech communities, including Google Certified Innovator, Adobe Creative Innovator, and Book Creator Ambassador. An earned her doctorate in Learning Technologies from Pepperdine University, with research focusing on writing strategies in the digital space.This episode is a celebration of friendship, growth, and the courage to start over. Whether you're contemplating a return to the classroom or simply navigating change, Corey and An's story reminds us that relationships sustain us, purpose evolves, and every chapter brings new wisdom. 💚#EdTech #BackToTheClassroom #TOSALife #TeacherLeadership #EdChat #Mentorship #CareerTransition #TeachingLife #EducatorFriendship #InstructionalTechnology #ProfessionalGrowth #ElementaryEducation
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