Insightful Questions: The Role of Empathy in Math – Integration and Communication

Welcome to EPS Insightful Questions, a monthly podcast produced by EPS—your monthly gateway into the vibrant world of education through the lens of the Eastside Prep community. In our second season, Head of School Sam Uzwack speaks with members of the EPS community to explore how Leading Compassionately and Empathetic Dialogue shape their experiences—in the classroom, on the field, or behind the scenes.

For this episode of Insightful Questions, two members of the EPS math faculty (Sarah Aguiar and Steve Fassino) join Head of School Sam Uzwack to discuss the role of empathy in math classes. They discuss empathetic dialogue in the math discipline and how it has impacted both students and faculty. As Sam noted after recording this episode, “The most exciting thing about recording these podcasts is learning how empathetic dialogue is adopted consistently across divisions and disciplines.”

Join us as we explore the insights that inspire compassionate leadership and intentional listening!

Special thanks to Oliver C. (Class of 2023) for the music and to our production team (Vickie Baldwin, Derek Clarke, Alek Edmonds, Tina Hadden). Please email insight@eastsideprep.org for any questions.