357 - Embracing Filmmaking in Education with Douglas Haddad

Welcome to another edition of the No Labels, No Limits podcast where we continue sharing stories of accomplished and inspiring guests who have overcome challenges to achieve personal and professional goals.

Today’s guest is Douglas Haddad, an experienced educator, author, and filmmaker dedicated to empowering young minds. With 24 years of teaching experience and recognition as "Teacher of the Year," Douglas brings a wealth of expertise to our conversation. He is a 3-time podcast guest, known for his insightful perspectives on parenting and education, and has authored popular books like "The Ultimate Guide to Raising Teens and Tweens" and "Mya McLure, the Brave Science Girl: The Toad Cave."

Douglas's storytelling extends to film, with his award-winning short film "Butterfield" addressing themes of bullying and resilience. He also leads his school's film club, fostering creativity and collaboration among students, and recently organized a film festival to showcase student work.

We delve into the following topics:

- Innovative approaches to keep education engaging

- The transformative power of filmmaking and storytelling

- The significance of local film awards in fostering creativity and community

- and so much more!

Douglas offers an inspiring thought: "Paint a picture with your mind of the world you want to see. Use your imagination. Let it fly and create who you want to be." - Reward (character in "Butterfield")

Don't miss out on this inspiring conversation about innovation and creativity in education. Tune in to learn from Douglas Haddad's wealth of experience and insights. Subscribe to the NLNL podcast for more inspiring episodes, and visit our website at www.SarahBoxx.com for additional resources and information.

Learn more and connect with Douglas here:

www.douglashaddad.com

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