Épisodes

  • Q&A Series Part 1 - Answering YOUR Data and Assessment Questions About AI, Absenteeism, and More
    Oct 31 2025

    In this episode, we answer questions submitted to us via social media and from graduate students about AI for data analysis, correlating assessments and absenteeism, and more! More questions will be answered in upcoming episodes.

    Our AI for Data Analysis Blog:

    https://www.allabreveconsulting.com/blog/beyond-the-hype-what-ai-means-for-data-analysis-in-schools

    YouTube Video "Sweet Statistics" Level of Measurement Episode

    https://youtu.be/N_PU5lseTOw?si=veo8dTvVsA0fn5jp

    To join the next Measure Up Mastermind Cohort:

    https://www.yourschoolsucks.com/measureup

    To submit questions for an upcoming Q&A episode:

    https://forms.gle/neunn8dbiPkDV2rKA

    And be sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode!

    Visit www.yourschoolsucks.com to subscribe to our Measure UP Newsletter and to get a copy of Dr. Alioto's book, Your School Sucks, Why Schools Fail to Measure Up and What to Do About It.

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    17 min
  • Building an Evidence Based Culture and Minimizing Errors in Decision-Making in K12 Schools
    Oct 10 2025

    In this bonus episode, we celebrate the one year anniversary of the publication of "Your School Sucks: Why Schools Fail to Measure Up and What to Do About It" and the new release of the audiobook version with an excerpt from the audiobook. This podcast was created to continue the celebration of effective use of data and reduce errors due to bad measurement practices and share stories about DISCUSSION, EXPLORATION, and FOCUS in our schools that make an impact!

    You can purchase the audiobook with new bonus content here.

    And be sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode!

    Visit www.yourschoolsucks.com to subscribe to our Measure UP Newsletter and to get a copy of Dr. Alioto's book, Your School Sucks, Why Schools Fail to Measure Up and What to Do About It.

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    6 min
  • Measuring Innovation with Alana Winnick - Crossover Episode from You Can Measure Anything
    Oct 6 2025

    Listen to this special crossover episode of a recent interview with author, speaker, and tech director Alana Winnick exploring how to define and measure innovation in this age of technology and AI.

    About Alana Winnick:

    Alana Winnick is a visionary leader and the creative force behind The Generative Age, a book and podcast that explores how generative AI is transforming education. As Educational Technology Director and Data Protection Officer for Pocantico Hills CSD and Director for NYSCATE, her innovative work has earned prestigious accolades, including CoSN CTO of the Year, NYS Digital Leader of the Year, ISTE/ASCD 20-to-Watch, and District Administrator’s Top 100. She also founded Students for Innovation (learn more here), empowering students to drive change in their schools.

    Grab a copy of her book here! https://a.co/d/3UmJUvQ

    To contact Dr. Nicole Alioto, reach out via email at hello@allabreveconsulting.com or on Facebook or Instagram at @measureanything.

    And be sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode!

    Visit www.yourschoolsucks.com to subscribe to our Measure UP Newsletter and to get a copy of Dr. Alioto's book, Your School Sucks, Why Schools Fail to Measure Up and What to Do About It.

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    29 min
  • I'm All About That Base(line Data)
    Sep 26 2025

    In this bonus episode, Dr. Nicole Alioto reminds us about collecting baseline data at the start of the school year. Are you all about that baseline data?

    To get support for baseline data collection ASAP, contact hello@allabreveconsulting.com with the word "Baseline" in the subject line.

    At Alla Breve Consulting, we have seen a lot of plans stall because once everyone is busy, no one has time to keep a watch on the plan’s implementation. To help maintain progress and ensure the work to create the plan leads to the success you seek, we created the Strategic Planning Implementation Concierge Experience (SPICE). For more about the SPICE program, visit here.

    And be sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode!

    Visit www.yourschoolsucks.com to subscribe to our Measure UP Newsletter and to get a copy of Dr. Alioto's book, Your School Sucks, Why Schools Fail to Measure Up and What to Do About It.

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    5 min
  • Transforming Special Education with an Impact with Dr. Jillaine Berardi
    Sep 19 2025

    In this episode of Measure UP, Dr. Jillaine Berardi shares a new approach to providing services to special education students at Ulster BOCES that is more efficient AND more effective. It is a short episode but it delivers great insights!

    Dr. Jillaine Berardi is the Assistant Superintendent for Learning & Design - Center for Innovative Teaching & Learning Program and has earned her Doctorate in Educational Leadership from Russell Sage College. From the outset, her focus has been on developing a holistic approach through whole-child, wrap-around education and a focus on strong school relationships and a strong culture of community where teachers and students can continue to develop their unique selves, contribute to community, develop capacity, and engage in cycles of inquiry in alignment with the North Star Educational Commitments.

    For more about Educator Edge visit https://www.ulsterboces.org/educator-edge-home/about/what-is-educator-edge.

    And be sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode!

    Visit www.yourschoolsucks.com to subscribe to our Measure UP Newsletter and to get a copy of Dr. Alioto's book, Your School Sucks, Why Schools Fail to Measure Up and What to Do About It.

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    10 min
  • Measuring Growth Mindset Replay with Dr. Chelsea Pierotti
    Sep 11 2025

    Are you ready to explore your mindset and support the development of a positive mindset in your staff and students? Join Dr. Chelsea Pierotti and Dr. Nicole Alioto for a journey through the concept of a growth mindset across a variety of contexts with practical applications for supporting your learning environments. Listen now!

    You can listen to Dr. Pierotti's podcast, Passion for Dance, and learn about her work here.

    Here is the link to Carol Dweck's book, Mindset.

    And be sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode!

    Visit www.yourschoolsucks.com to subscribe to our Measure UP Newsletter and to get a copy of Dr. Alioto's book, Your School Sucks, Why Schools Fail to Measure Up and What to Do About It.

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    37 min
  • Transforming Systems and Building Data Mindsets with Alisa Berger
    Aug 22 2025

    In today's episode, I sit down with Alisa Berger, Executive Director, Deeper Learning Institute, Harvard Graduate School of Education where we talk about their plan for using data dashboards to help evaluate the impact of their programs.

    For more information about the work of the Deeper Learning Institute, visit https://www.deeperlearningdozen.org/.

    And be sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode!

    Visit www.yourschoolsucks.com to subscribe to our Measure UP Newsletter and to get a copy of Dr. Alioto's book, Your School Sucks, Why Schools Fail to Measure Up and What to Do About It.

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    17 min
  • Preparing Teachers for AI-Enhanced Instruction with Dr. Julianne Ross-Kleinmann
    Aug 15 2025

    In this week's episode, Dr. Julianne Ross-Kleinmann shares about an upcoming professional learning experience her team is offering to support educators in the implementation of AI. How will it be rolled out and how will she measure the impact?

    Dr. Julie is an education leader with decades of experience spanning elementary through higher education. A former District Data Coordinator and Data Privacy Officer, she specializes in helping schools use data ethically and effectively to improve student outcomes. As a national AI Lead Trainer and Supervisor of Instructional Services at Ulster BOCES, she guides educators in leveraging technology and artificial intelligence to support teaching, learning, and equity.

    Follow Dr. Julie on LinkedIn to get updates on the cohort and all the latest Ed Tech new from Educator Edge https://www.linkedin.com/in/jbrkleinmann/

    And be sure to subscribe so you don't miss an episode!

    Visit www.yourschoolsucks.com to subscribe to our Measure UP Newsletter and to get a copy of Dr. Alioto's book, Your School Sucks, Why Schools Fail to Measure Up and What to Do About It.

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    9 min