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Think Bigger Voices is a podcast with a mission to break the cycle of poverty for kids in America by inspiring education, advocacy and action in our communities.

01/14/2026

📢 COMING SOON on Think Bigger Voices!

Educator Morrise Quierolo shares the powerful, personal story that shaped his calling and the moment he realized teaching was more than a job.

From his Teach For America beginnings in Phoenix to the emotional student letter that changed everything, Mr. Q shows how meaningful relationships can transform a child’s future.

Hear how he uses the AVID program at Liberty Middle School to empower students, especially those facing challenges to build resilience, confidence and a belief in what’s possible. Through the Think Big for Kids partnership, his students access hands-on experiences that open doors early.

A remarkable, heart-forward episode on leadership, compassion and shaping student trajectories. Stay tuned.

12/09/2025

Some students face challenges most of us can’t imagine, and veteran educator Marc Matthie has spent decades helping them turn those challenges into strength.

On this episode of Think Bigger Voices, Marc shares:
● His blueprint for empowering the “4D” student (Disengaged, Discouraged, Disillusioned and Disconnected)
● How honest conversations and structured guidance give students the tools to navigate real-life obstacles.
● Ways his life lessons and mentorship help students build confidence, problem-solving skills, and resilience.
● How fostering hope through intentional programs transforms not just academics, but a student’s sense of possibility.

This episode is full of insights that show how support, belief and guidance can change a life. ✨

Don’t miss out! Available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Acast.

🔗 Stream the full episode now: https://thinkbigforkids.org/resources/podcast/s1e19-the-hope-blueprint-a-teachers-proven-strategy/

12/04/2025

Hope isn’t handed out—it’s built. 💡

From football star to teacher, Marc Matthie has spent decades pouring hope into students through:
● Intentional Spaces: Classes like “Agency and Empowerment” create safety, hope and room to grow.
● Life Lessons: His signature "life lessons" provide students with stability, guidance and real-world skills.
● A Shift in Philosophy: Shifting from viewing students as ‘at risk’ to ‘at hope’ transforms outcomes and strengthens resilience.

Hear his blueprint for empowering the “4D” student (Disengaged, Discouraged, Disillusioned and Disconnected) and how authentic, consistent relationships can change everything.

Available on YouTube, Spotify, and Apple Podcasts.

🎧 Listen now on your favorite podcast platform: https://thinkbigforkids.org/resources/podcast/s1e19-the-hope-blueprint-a-teachers-proven-strategy/

12/02/2025

🎙️From overlooked to unstoppable: one teacher’s mission to empower every student.

For over 20 years, Marc Matthie has been showing up for the “4D” students – those who feel Disengaged, Discouraged, Disillusioned and Disconnected.
While some students grow up with stability and support, others face daily uncertainty through no fault of their own. Yet those facing the toughest challenges often develop the skills employers value most: creativity, problem-solving, communication and critical thinking.

In this episode of Think Bigger Voices, Marc shares real blueprints for transformation and how authentic relationships can turn point A into point B.

Real challenges. Real hope. Launching soon. ✨

11/19/2025

“Imagine the best for every child, and make it happen.” 💡

Dr. Lynette Henry’s philosophy is simple, but powerful. With the right access and
encouragement, doors of opportunity open.

This episode of Think Bigger Voices is a must-listen on creating equity through intentional, strategic investment. Dr. Henry shares how building relationships and designing supportive systems help students realize their potential.

Catch her inspiring personal journey on Think Bigger Voices and discover how Educate Fairfaxis redefining what it means to believe in every child.

🎧 Stream the full episode now: https://thinkbigforkids.org/resources/podcast/s1e18-imagine-the-best-for-every-child-how-industry-partners/

11/11/2025

IT’S HERE! 🎙

Dr. Lynette Henry joins Think Bigger Voices to share how building trust, fostering relationships and removing invisible barriers can change the trajectory of a student’s life. From coming to America with only $200 and two suitcases to winning the superintendent’s award for her work in Tampa schools, Dr. Henry’s own journey is truly remarkable.

In this episode, you’ll hear how Educate Fairfax is partnering with the Fairfax County Economic Development authority and Think Big for Kids to:
- Build pipelines for student success through collaboration with local businesses.
- Boost attendance, reading achievement and reducing discipline referrals through classroom and community partnerships.
- Strength social capital by connecting students with mentors, volunteers and college resources.
- Ensure students have what they need to thrive — from school supplies to food,
healthcare and vision support.
- Create scholarships, grants and programs through the Innovators Fund to support students and educators.

Tune in now to hear how Dr. Henry is turning belief into action in Fairfax, a district serving over 183,000 students.

🎧Now available on YouTube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and Acast.

Listen now: https://thinkbigforkids.org/resources/podcast/s1e18-imagine-the-best-for-every-child-how-industry-partners/

11/06/2025

Breaking barriers, building futures. 🎓

With 30+ years of award-winning experience in transforming struggling schools and expanding opportunities, Dr. Lynette Henry of Educate Fairfax shares her blueprint for change: building trust, creating economic pipelines and connecting students to the support systems that teach them to believe in themselves.

In Fairfax County Public Schools, America’s 10th largest district -- where 37% of students live in poverty -- students are being equipped to not only survive, but to thrive.

🗓 Don't miss this powerful conversation on belief, access and the partnerships with Fairfax County Economic Development Authority and Think Big for Kids that open doors of opportunity.

🔔 Subscribe and follow so you don’t miss this transformative episode when it drops!

10/23/2025

A strong economy starts with strong students. 💫

Fairfax County in Northern Virginia is proving that investing in local students is the ultimate community win for building a talent pipeline for businesses.

In this episode of Think Bigger Voices, Mike Batt, VP of Talent at the Fairfax County Economic Development Authority, shares the blueprint for how mentorship and community partnerships are helping students discover their potential and build futures they once thought were out of reach.

Learn how Fairfax County EDA is building a future-ready workforce through strategic partnerships, and more importantly, what role each of us can play in helping a student reach their full potential.

🎧 Catch up on the latest episode on your preferred streaming platform: YouTube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts

Find out how you can make a difference: https://thinkbigforkids.org/resources/podcast/s1e17-connecting-classrooms-to-careers-why-nonprofit-partner/

10/16/2025

🎙️ NEW EPISODE ALERT!

How can economic development organizations fuel long-term growth? By partnering with nonprofits like Think Big for Kids that help kids see their future in the local workforce.

Host Jennie Treby sits down with Mike Batt, VP of Talent at the Fairfax County Economic Development Authority to share how partnerships between schools and local industries are turning classrooms into launchpads for tomorrow’s talent.

From classrooms to careers, this episode uncovers how these partnerships are helping economically disadvantaged students see their potential and step into it. Because when businesses, schools and nonprofits work together, every student wins – and so does the local economy.

Fairfax County Public Schools and Educate Fairfax

🎧 Stream the full episode now on YouTube, Spotify, or Apple Podcasts.

👉Learn how you can make a difference in a child’s life: https://thinkbigforkids.org/resources/podcast/s1e17-connecting-classrooms-to-careers-why-nonprofit-partner/

10/14/2025

What if building a strong economy started with investing in kids?

Fairfax County Public Schools is the ninth largest school district in the U.S. While Northern Virginia is an area of high growth, diverse industries and proximity to the Nation’s Capital, nearly 30% of students (60K!) live at or below the poverty line. That’s not just a number; it’s untapped potential the community can’t afford to lose.

That’s why the Fairfax County Economic Development Authority, Think Big for Kids, Educate Fairfax and Fairfax County Public Schools are partnering to bring local businesses into the classroom. Through mentorship and hands-on exposure to high-demand industries like STEM and healthcare, students are gaining the confidence and tools to build their futures.

This isn’t just a community partnership – it’s a talent strategy. When Economic Development Organizations invest in students, they invest in the future workforce.

🎙️New episode drops soon on Think Bigger Voices! Stay tuned.

10/02/2025

What if teens and young adults aging out of foster care had the necessary opportunities, education and support to take control of their own lives?

In this episode of Think Bigger Voices, host Jennie Treby sits down with Effie Santos of Madi's Movement to discuss how her nonprofit is breaking barriers and helping young adults thrive.

Did you know?
🚗 Less than 1% of foster teens supported by Madi’s Movement come in with a driver’s license — a gap that limits access to school, jobs and healthcare. Through mentorship, resources and tailored programs, Madi’s Movement empowers teens to gain independence and stability.

Madi’s Movement isn’t about one-size-fits-all solutions — it’s about equipping young adults with the life skills and guidance they need to create a strong foundation for the future.

🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple, or YouTube.

🔗Catch the latest episode here: https://thinkbigforkids.org/resources/podcast/

09/25/2025

🚀It’s live!

Former banker Effie Santos is an author, TEDx speaker and founder of Madi’s Movement. After the devastating loss of her teenage daughter Madi, Effie transformed unimaginable tragedy into a legacy of hope and opportunity for youth aging out of the foster system.

Tune in to hear:
- Effie’s powerful journey and the story behind her book, “The Power of the Pause.”
- How Madi’s experiences inspired the creation of a nonprofit dedicated to helping teens and young adults aging out of foster care.
- How the nonprofit provides the mentorship, skills and support those in foster care need to succeed as they transition into adulthood.
- The challenges teens face when aging out of foster care including instability, stigma and lack of opportunity.
- How programs like Madi’s Movement Academy and Pathways to Employment prepare teens and young adults for careers, independent living and financial confidence while also teaching life skills such as cooking, driving and budgeting.

📲 Listen now on Spotify, YouTube, or Apple Music to hear how Madi’s Movement is opening doors and changing futures for foster youth across the community.

🔗Discover how you can help foster teens build brighter futures: https://thinkbigforkids.org/resources/podcast/s1e16-turning-loss-into-legacy-a-mothers-mission-for-foster/

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