Connection In The Classroom with Anne Paonessa, PhD - Episode 165

Dr. Anne Paonessa is an experienced educator, consultant, and speaker with over 20 years of experience in K-12 education, including 10 years as an administrator. She holds a Ph.D. in Curriculum and Instruction Leadership and has dedicated her career to improving student engagement, fostering inclusivity, and supporting the professional development of educators. Dr. Paonessa is the co-author of Essential Connection Skills (Corwin, 2025) and has contributed to several educational publications, including Education Week, TESOL Publications, IL ASCD Journal, and Language Magazine. Her work emphasizes the importance of building social connections within core content to enhance academic success. She offers professional learning to support the success of multilingual learners and students with diverse needs. Learn more at her website: https://annepaonessa.com/and connect with her on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anne-paonessa-phd-77559292/