Be Evolved: Empowering Parents and Educators to Help Students Succeed

Be Evolved: Empowering Parents and Educators to Help Students Succeed

Mary Miele

Episodes 87
Avg. Duration 24m
Activity Highly Active
Apple Rating 5.0 (20)
Since May 2021
Latest Episode May 2026

Publishing Details

Schedule
Every 2 Weeks
Format
Episodic
Consistency
86%
Hosting
rss.libsyn.com

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About This Podcast

Be Evolved is the parenting and education podcast for those who want to understand how students learn and what helps them succeed. Hosted by Mary Miele and the expert team at Evolved Education Company, each episode bridges school and home, blending research-based strategies with real-world experience to help every learner thrive. From executive function and academic confidence to social-emotional skills and school transitions, Be Evolved delivers clear, compassionate insight that helps you support your child — or your students — with confidence. You'll learn how to: * Strengthen focus, motivation, and academic success * Build emotional resilience and independence * Support neurodiverse learners with tailored strategies * Navigate school systems, advocacy, and big transitions Whether you're a parent, educator, or lifelong learner, Be Evolved helps you make sense of today's education landscape —and prepare every student for what's next.

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Recent Episodes

The Rights You Didn't Know You Had: Navigating Special Education Law in NYC Private Schools

May 29, 2026 44m

In this episode of Be Evolved, Mary Miele sits down with special education attorney Tracey Spencer Walsh, Esq., to unpack the reality that most private school families never hear: you do have rights,…

Do You Have the Right Private Schools on Your List?

Apr 24, 2026 11m

Applying to private school? Your list matters more than you think. In this episode, Becky Reback guides listeners through one of the most overlooked yet critical parts of the school admissions…

Spring Tours That Actually Matter: Finding the Right School Fit

Mar 27, 2026 10m

In this episode of Be Evolved, School Placement Advisor Sophie Roberts shares a powerful and practical guide to navigating private school spring tours, from nursery through high school, with clarity…

College Roadmap - Freshman Year: Building the Foundation

Mar 02, 2026 7m

Freshman year is often dismissed as "just the beginning," but in this episode, Sarah Bergin, Director of College Consulting at Evolved Education, explains why ninth grade quietly sets the tone for…

College Roadmap - Junior Year: Turning Strategy into Action

Mar 02, 2026 7m

Junior year is often described as the most stressful year of high school — but it does not have to be. In this episode, Sarah Bergin, Director of College Consulting at Evolved Education Company,…

College Roadmap - Sophomore Year: Getting Strategic

Mar 02, 2026 7m

In this episode, Sarah Bergin, Director of College Consulting at Evolved Education Company, explains why sophomore year is one of the most underestimated — yet strategically important — years in the…

The Complete College Roadmap

Mar 02, 2026 40m

The college admissions process feels overwhelming — not because it's impossible, but because most families don't understand how it's structured. In this foundational episode of Be Evolved, we break…

College Roadmap - Senior Year: Execution & Decision-Making

Mar 02, 2026 7m

Senior year is finally here—and according to Sarah Bergin, Director of College Consulting at Evolved Education, this is where clarity, strategy, and strong decision-making truly matter. While many…

Plan, Don't Panic: The 6–8 Month Blueprint for ISEE + SHSAT Success

Jan 30, 2026 27m

In this episode of Be Evolved, Mary Miele is joined by Amy Nathan, Director of Student Services, and Becky Reback, Director of Assessment, for a thoughtful and practical conversation about two of the…

Summer by Design: Crafting a Pre-College Plan for Grades 6–12

Nov 14, 2025 17m

In this episode of BE EVOLVED, Mary lays out a clear, step-by-step roadmap for building a bespoke summer plan that actually moves the needle for students in grades 6–12. You'll learn why summer…

Boarding School Interview Prep with Sarah: Tips for Parents & Students

Sep 12, 2025 40m

Getting ready for a boarding school interview can feel overwhelming — for both parents and students. In this episode of the Be Evolved Podcast, Mary sits down with Sarah, Evolved Education's Boarding…

Setting Up New Routines with Becky Reback | Ep #74

Aug 15, 2025 17m

Join Becky Reback as she shares practical strategies and expert insights on creating effective back-to-school routines that set students — and families — up for a smoother, more successful school…

Back to School with Amy Nathan — Strategies for a Smooth Transition at Every Age | Bonus

Aug 01, 2025 24m Bonus

In this special bonus episode, educator and Director of Student Services, Amy Nathan joins us to share practical, age-specific strategies to help families navigate the back-to-school season with…

ADHD: How Are We Thinking About It? | Bonus

Jul 25, 2025 31m Bonus

Join Becky Reback, Director of Assessment & Parent Education, and Mary Miele, Specialized Education Consultant & Founder of Evolved Education Company, as they dissect the key themes of the…

Motivation and the Functions of Behavior: A Conversation with Mandy Grass and Becky Reback | Ep #73

Jul 11, 2025 44m

In this episode of Be Evolved, Mary sits down with Evolved Education's Becky Reback and family behavior specialist Mandy Grass for a powerful conversation about motivation and the functions of…

Connecting Through Conversation with Erika Bare and Tiffany Burns | Ep #72

Jun 13, 2025 47m

Parents and Educators, be inspired and equipped with immediately applicable moves to build connected relationships for learning, avoid power struggles, and apply communication as a universal support…

Wisdom from the Work | Bonus

May 23, 2025 30m

Join Mary Miele as she reflects on 18 years of parenting work and the wisdom she's gained from it. This heartfelt sharing of lessons learned is for every parent at any stage of their journey. If…

Holistic Mentorship at Evolved Education Company with Randi Dumont | Ep #71

May 09, 2025 27m

Discover how Randi Dumont's holistic mentorship weaves executive-function coaching, mental health, and career planning into one powerful container — and how parents can sign their college students up…

Pre-Flight, First-Year, Future-Proof | Ep #70

May 09, 2025 50m

Learn concrete, step-by-step strategies from GapWell founders Lee Sosin, Seth Kessler, and student Miles Kessler. They talk about preparing students before departure, supporting them through freshman…

Test Prep Genius: Insider Tips from Neill Seltzer of Score Smart | Ep #69

Apr 11, 2025 55m

In this episode, Mary sits down with Neill Seltzer from Score Smart—the "test prep genius" who truly studies this stuff—to explore everything parents, students, and educators need to know about test…

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