Building & Storytelling for the Future: Hayley Spira-Bauer on Equity, EdTech, and Fullmind’s Learning Can’t Wait Podcast

As COO/CAO of Fullmind, Hayley Spira-Bauer is a visionary leader and lifelong advocate for education. Passionate about driving transformative change, she has dedicated her career to building–whether it’s fostering the potential of students and teachers, founding innovative schools, or leading businesses to scale with impact. A working mom, disability advocate, and lupus warrior, she brings a unique perspective to her work, championing equity and resilience in all she does. As host of the Learning Can’t Wait podcast, Spira-Bauer curates meaningful conversations about the intersection of education, equity, and innovation. (https://www.linkedin.com/in/hayley-spira-bauer/)

Listen to our episode with Hayley to learn about her insightful conversations with education leaders on Fullmind’s Learning Can’t Wait podcast, as well as how Hayley’s personal experiences fuel her advocacy for authenticity and equity in education for students and teachers.

Highlights:
  • Bridging Gaps with EdTech: Hayley shares how thoughtfully designed virtual learning environments can increase access to quality instruction, especially in underserved or rural areas.
  • Celebrating Neurodiversity: Drawing from her personal experiences with lupus and ADHD, Hayley advocates for recognizing invisible disabilities and tailoring education to reflect the varied lived experiences of all students.
  • Impact Through Storytelling: As host of the Learning Can’t Wait podcast, she elevates critical conversations—from incarcerated youth with disabilities to teacher pay equity—highlighting transformative educational practices nationwide.
Building & Storytelling for the Future: Hayley Spira-Bauer on Equity, EdTech, and Fullmind’s Learning Can’t Wait Podcast
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