Authentic Voices in Education with Charles Williams

Chitty Chats with Stacy

In this episode of Chitty Chats with Stacy, Stacy welcomes Charles Williams, a Chicago-based school administrator with extensive experience in speaking, workshop facilitation, and podcast hosting.

Charles shares his unexpected journey into education, originating from a need to ensure financial security for his children as a single father. He speaks about his progression from being an assistant principal to focusing on nationwide educational speaking engagements, emphasizing equity in education, and balancing family life.

Charles elaborates on his efforts to create equitable educational spaces and the broader implications of equity beyond racial lines, touching on socioeconomic disparities and ableism.

He also discusses the importance of authentic relationships between educators and students, recounting personal anecdotes to highlight how genuine connections can foster a supportive learning environment.

Lastly, Charles mentions his work as an author and the purpose behind his speaking engagements, aiming to invoke meaningful conversations and changes within educational systems.

00:21 Charles Williams: The Journey from Judgy McJudgerton to EduCrew
03:23 The Unplanned Path into Education: Charles's Story
05:31 From Classroom to Administration: Shaping a New Educational Paradigm
08:39 Understanding Equity in Education: Beyond Race and Gender
15:26 Expanding Horizons: The Embark Program and Its Impact
16:25 Expanding Horizons Beyond Race and Socioeconomics
17:48 The Importance of Authentic Relationships in Education
18:26 Building Connections Through Authenticity and Patience
22:49 Engaging with Educators and Students on Leadership and Equity
28:44 The Journey of an Author: Sharing Leadership Insights
29:14 Connecting and Sharing Resources Beyond the Classroom