Learning Lab Episode #8: Ask for ...

Learning Lab Episode #8: Ask for Forgiveness Later, a conversation with Jessie Storrs

Books over Bars by BreakFree Education
S3 · E8
Oct 2, 2025
27:11

Episode notes

In this episode, we sit down with Jessie Storrs, a teacher librarian at a youth detention facility. Jessie shares her "ask for forgiveness later" approach to innovation, including how she used board games in the library to build crucial social-emotional skills and foster student connection.

We discuss the importance of introducing students to new opportunities and how genuine teacher passion is the key to unlocking student engagement. Join us as Jessie reminds us what it takes to make a real difference in the classroom.

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