May 1, 202634 minS2
<p>In this episode, Jamie Williamson is joined by Westchester Lower School’s Campus Head Dr. Daniele Kass. Dr. Kass shares her experience as the mother of a dyslexic child and reflects on the importance of support among...
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Pencils Down with Jamie Williamson
Hosted by The Windward School · education · EN
About this Podcast:
Welcome to Pencils Down with Jamie Williamson. In each episode, Jamie will engage in informal, unscripted conversations with key community members—to learn more about their professional journey, the work they do for Windward, and the impact they have within our community. Guests will dive into a variety of topics including school life, curriculum, dyslexia, and other important issues that impact our students, faculty, staff, and community. Join us each month to hear our guests' inspiring stories and learn from the incredible individuals who help make a difference in the lives of our students.
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What is Pencils Down with Jamie Williamson about?
Welcome to Pencils Down with Jamie Williamson. In each episode, Jamie will engage in informal, unscripted conversations with key community members, to learn more about their professional journey, the work they do for Windward, and the impact they have within our community.
Who hosts Pencils Down with Jamie Williamson?
Pencils Down with Jamie Williamson is hosted by The Windward School. The show has published 15 episodes to date.
What has Pencils Down with Jamie Williamson covered recently?
Recent episodes include "Pencils Down With Jamie Williamson Episode 15: Daniele Kass, EdD, Campus Head of Westchester Lower School" (1 May 2026, 34 minutes), "Pencils Down With Jamie Williamson Ep 14: Kara Schremser, Teacher Training Program Director" (18 February 2026, 34 minutes), and "Pencils Down With Jamie Williamson Ep 13: Melissa Stewart, Associate Director of Development" (2 December 2025, 29 minutes).
How often does Pencils Down with Jamie Williamson publish?
Pencils Down with Jamie Williamson publishes roughly monthly, with episodes averaging 37 minutes across 15 episodes.
How hard is it to get booked on Pencils Down with Jamie Williamson?
Booking probability for Pencils Down with Jamie Williamson is 29%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Pencils Down with Jamie Williamson requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Pencils Down with Jamie Williamson's contact route on record: verified email.
Who should pitch Pencils Down with Jamie Williamson?
The strongest fits for Pencils Down with Jamie Williamson are Schools (K-12). Pencils Down with Jamie Williamson has an education audience.
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The Windward School hosts Pencils Down with Jamie Williamson, an education podcast with 15 episodes published.
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Recent episodes
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Episode #4
Pencils Down With Jamie Williamson Ep 14: Kara Schremser, Teacher Training Program Director
Feb 18, 202634 minS2<p>In this episode, Jamie Williamson is joined by Windward's Teacher Training Program Director Kara Schremser. Kara offers an inside look at the depth and intentionality behind Windward’s Teacher Training Program and...
Episode #4
Pencils Down With Jamie Williamson Ep 13: Melissa Stewart, Associate Director of Development
Dec 2, 202529 minS2<p>In this episode, Head of School Jamie Williamson is joined by Melissa Stewart, associate director of development who talks about how her lifelong travels have impacted her approach to her work, the value of empathy...
- Nov 10, 202527 minS2
<p>Jamie is joined by Outplacement Director Diane Kissner. Diane reflects on her 30 years at Windward, the work of the outplacement department, and the relationships she has built with families over the years. They also...
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Pencils Down With Jamie Williamson Ep 11: JP Bifone, Director of Marketing and Communications
Oct 26, 202535 minS2<p>In this episode of Pencils Down, Jamie is joined by Windward's Director of Marketing and Communications JP Bifone to discuss the work of the marketing and communications department and how the team helps to get...
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- Oct 21, 202532 minS2
<p>In this episode, Jamie Williamson is joined by Windward Parents Association (WPA) Co-Presidents Lindsay Friedman and Jessie Spain. They discuss their children’s journeys to Windward, the important work of the WPA...
- May 30, 202536 minS1
<p>In this episode of Pencils Down, Jamie welcomes key members of the Manhattan and Westchester Middle School Student Councils. Sophia Hadar, Jesse Brown, Clara Gaudelet, and Stuart Ross discuss their journeys at...
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Pencils Down with Jamie Williamson Episode 8: Marilyn Hunt, Director of Health, PE & Athletics and Dan Smith, Athletic Director
Apr 30, 202555 minS0<p>In this episode of Pencils Down, Director of Health, PE and Athletics Marilyn Hunt, and Athletic Director Dan Smith sit down with Jamie. Both Marilyn and Dan reflect on their time at Windward and how they’ve both...
- Mar 21, 202537 minS1
<p>In this episode of Pencils Down with Jamie Williamson, Jamie is joined by Associate Head of School Jon Rosenshine. The conversation dives into some of Jon’s contributions to Windward over the years, from working to...
- Feb 27, 202542 minS1
<p>In episode 6, Jamie Williamson sits down with Westchester Middle School Campus Head Chris Eberhard to reflect on Chris’ 27-year journey at Windward. From his early days as a teacher to his current role as a campus...
- Jan 28, 202540 minS1
<p>Meet Dr. Anna Weiser, director of student support and social-emotional learning. In this episode of Pencils Down, Jamie Williamson discusses a range of topics with Dr. Weiser including the gift of unconditional love...
- Dec 19, 202431 minS1
<p>Jamie Williamson is joined by Dr. Romina Pacheco, director of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) in this episode of Pencils Down. Listen to Dr. Pacheco share her journey from starting out as a teacher...
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Pencils Down with Jamie Williamson Episode 3: Windward Faculty Award Recipients Lacey Fraser and Ashley Anne Bloom
Dec 2, 202450 minS0<p>In this episode, Jamie Williamson is joined by two of Windward’s 2024 faculty award winners: Lacey Fraser, recipient of the Isabel Greenbaum Stone Master Teacher Award, and Ashley Anne Bloom, Sandi Galst Scholar...
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Pencils Down with Jamie Williamson Episode 2: Alexis Pochna, Director of The Windward Institute
Oct 29, 202436 minS0<p>Jamie Williamson sits down with Director of The Windward Institute Alexis Pochna for a special Dyslexia Awareness Month episode of Pencils Down. Together they dive into Alexis' journey from assistant teacher to...
- Oct 22, 202436 minS1
<p>Head of School Jamie Williamson sits with Lisa Murray, associate head of school for academic programs to discuss her career, the unique programs at The Windward School, and how this recently added role helps to...
Recent guests
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Melissa Stewart
author of National Geographic Kids: Ick! Delightfully Disgusting Animal Dinners, Dwellings and Defenses, Patriot Guardians Program
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Lindsay Friedman
Founder and CEO, Windward Parents Association
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Jesse Brown
head coach of the boys Newcastle Racer Basketball team, Books on The House
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Stuart Ross
Director of Agronomy, Another Gay Horror Podcast
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