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Welcome to Innovating Education with Dr. Riley Williams, the podcast where we explore the future of education through insightful conversations with administrators, policymakers, and educators. Each episode dives into pressing issues in education reform, upcoming policy changes, and innovative ideas from those shaping the system. Our focus is solution-driven, fostering a positive space for collaborative dialogue that inspires actionable change. Whether you’re a decision-maker, teacher, or simply passionate about education, this podcast offers fresh perspectives and practical insights to help build a brighter future for learners everywhere. Join us as we uncover groundbreaking approaches to teaching, learning, and leading in education.
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Monday Jun 23, 2025
What Educators Miss About “Perfect” Students — Justyna Bronski Explains
Monday Jun 23, 2025
Monday Jun 23, 2025
What if the students who seem the most “put together” are actually the ones quietly struggling?
In this episode of Innovating Education, Dr. Riley Williams speaks with Justyna Bronski—certified teen life coach, former Teacher of the Year, and founder of Justyna Bronski, LLC. Drawing from over a decade in the classroom, Justyna unpacks how perfectionism, people-pleasing, and social anxiety can hide in plain sight—and how educators can respond with clarity, compassion, and connection.
This conversation is packed with actionable strategies for teachers, school leaders, and parents looking to strengthen emotional safety, build student confidence, and rethink the role of failure in learning.
Topics We Cover:
– Why high-performing students may be masking anxiety
– What emotional intelligence looks like in practice
– How to foster authenticity and resilience in teens
– Coaching strategies educators can apply tomorrow
– What it takes to make SEL stick schoolwide
🔗 Learn more about Justyna’s work at justynabronski.com
📱 Follow her on Instagram: @justynabronskicoaching
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