Podcast appearances and mentions of Aurora Public Schools

Mike Coffman grew up in Aurora, attended Aurora Public Schools, graduated from the University of Colorado, and completed the Senior Executive Program for State and Local Government at the John F. Kennedy School of Government at Harvard University. He is a combat veteran with service in both the U.S. Army and the Marine Corps and was an Aurora small-business owner for 17 years.  Coffman served in the State House of Representatives, State Senate and the U.S. House of Representatives, in addition to being elected Colorado State Treasurer and Secretary of State. Coffman was first elected to serve as mayor of Aurora in November 2019 and re-elected in 2023. Mayor Coffman joins A Seat at the Table to discuss all things Aurora. Included in this episode are discussions about fixing the immigration system, President-elect Trump's pointed words about the city and about immigration generally, economic revitalization, why Aurora is a great place to do business, and much more. Mayor Coffman is a champion for his city, and makes the case for why businesses should look to Aurora's bright future as they consider expansion or relocation.  Hosted by Colorado Business Roundtable President Debbie Brown.  Rate, review and subscribe on your favorite podcatcher. For more of our events, podcasts, and news, please visit the Colorado Business Roundtable website.

In this episode, I sit down with the amazing Lorna Carlson, a U.S. Army veteran, real estate entrepreneur, and founder of the nonprofit Women Veterans United. Lorna opens up about her inspiring journey from military service to overcoming PTSD and military sexual trauma, and how she's now focused on empowering women veterans and first responders.   We discuss her transition into entrepreneurship, her passion for real estate, and the process of starting her nonprofit. Lorna also shares valuable insights on how veterans can navigate the VA system and get the support they need. If you're a woman entrepreneur looking for visibility strategies or you're interested in veteran support, you'll love Lorna's empowering story.   Join us as we explore how to stand by your instincts, build a supportive community, and live authentically.   Always empowering women, Marta Let's keep the conversation going! Website: martaspirk.com Instagram: @martaspirk Facebook: Marta Spirk One thing I don't talk about enough is the impact podcasting has had on my professional life, and how it opened so many doors for me. So if you want to start a podcast or you want to level up your current one, then you need to work with my podcast strategist, Juliana Barbati. She owns a podcast marketing and production agency and her team takes care of everything from editing and optimizing to scheduling for you making this process a breeze for you. She's seriously the best. All her info is in the show notes. You can go to julianabarbati.com and tell her I sent you. Hey, neurodivergent entrepreneur, do you feel overwhelmed and exhausted by your to do list? Well, it's not your fault. Increase your ease, impact and income by learning to work with the way you were wired. Take the intensities quiz right now to understand more about yourself. Get strength based tips and join free virtual support calls to tackle challenging tasks. Go to intensityhub.com right now to get started   About Lorna: Lorna Carlson, affectionately known as "Cookie," is a tenacious real estate broker and US Army veteran with a remarkable and multifaceted career. Originally from the Chicago area, Cookie relocated to Colorado in 1997 with her ex-husband and their three children after his military retirement. While she has called Aurora her primary home, her career has taken her across the Denver Metro area, including Littleton, before returning to Aurora.  Cookie's journey began with her service in the US Army, where she cultivated a foundation of discipline and leadership. After her service, she supported her then-husband's military career while raising their three children. Driven by a passion for making a difference, Cookie earned a Bachelor's degree and transitioned into a career as an elementary school teacher. She dedicated several years to teaching special education students in a Title I school within Aurora Public Schools, exemplifying her commitment to education and child development.  Cookie's career later shifted to the corporate sector, where she thrived in recruiting and human resources for over a decade. However, a pivotal moment came when she faced termination from her job, marking the beginning of a new chapter. Confronting PTSD, addiction, and disabilities, Cookie's resilience and strength guided her through these challenges.  Today, Cookie uses her experiences to raise awareness about PTSD and MST, particularly among women, veterans, and first responders. Her journey from adversity to empowerment highlights her courage and adaptability, making her a compassionate and influential figure in her community.   Connect with Lorna: Website: https://veteranspropertymanagement.com/

Anna Graves is the founder of The Field Academy in Denver, Colorado, a traveling high school that this academic year is collaborating with the Aurora Public Schools, the Englewood Public Schools, Stead Charter School, and alternative schools within the Denver metro area to address chronic absenteeism and credit recovery in creative ways. High school students who are not showing up to school, and who have either been referred to the truancy court or are at risk of being referred, are picked up in The Field Academy van each day to learn throughout the community in an immersive, personalized environment.  "Confronting Chronic Absenteeism" (The 74) *** Sign up for Kerry's free, weekly email newsletter on education trends at fee.org/liberated.  

His football story is like many others: a star high school athlete who receives multiple college scholarships offers, gets into the NFL as an undrafted NFL free agent and is out of the league in a year or so. His personal story is unlike anyone else's: before his senior year at Gateway High School in Aurora, a bullet entered and exited his neck in a movie theatre. The bullet came from the theatre next door where a horrific tragedy left 12 people dead. Zack Golditch did not allow July 20, 2012 to deter his football goals or his new aspiration to be a first responder. The offensive lineman had committed to Colorado State University just 8 days prior to the shooting. He loved playing for the Rams and was named First Team All Mountain West his senior year. His NFL career was short but he rolled with the punches on four different teams his rookie season. He was out of the NLF after training camp his second year. Then Zack started his next mission: to be a firefighter and give back to his community. He's currently a South Metro Firefighter and has helped the 7/20 Foundation start the Hero's Journey 5K in Aurora every July to raise money for a scholarship fund benefiting first generation college students from Aurora Public Schools. To donate to Zack's scholarship fund, visit Aurora Public Schools Foundation and specify Zack Golditch Scholarship in the notes.

Thanks for tuning into the Next Up Podcast! For this episode I made the trip to Colorado to meet with my good friend, Shannon Soloman, of Aurora Public Schools . Our conversation included her winning the FES Top Achiever award, it being the first time someone from K-12 won, how and why K-12 operators need to tell their story, and some of the innovative solutions she's providing her kids including Drive-Throughs! Make sure you buckle up, this is going to be one wild ride!

Host: Drifter Guest: Marie   Hey, all… My name is Marie. I am a recovering alcoholic. Notice that I didn't say my name is Marie and I'm a recovering alcoholic. It's not part of my title. It's just a piece of who I am. I am a retired teacher of Aurora Public Schools in Aurora Colorado of 28 years and retired in June 2021 after teaching through Covid. 25 of those years was at a high school in Aurora Called Hinkley High School. Urban education at its finest. If you know anything about Aurora Colorado, you may remember the theater shooting that happened years ago. That theater is 2 miles from this high school and I lost two of my former students that night in that shooting. I love to tell my story, because I believe in telling it, it keeps the shame and guilt away. God is doing amazing things in my life. And I hope and believe that it will help others. I have ADHD,I have had serious bouts of anxiety and panic. I'm a recovering Southern Baptist, and I am a Christian woman. I have a son who I am proud to say is one of my biggest supporters in life. I have put that kid through hell sometimes and he has stood by my side, holding my hand telling me he loves more than I'll ever know. I am the founder and Director of Colorado's pop rock choir. We started in September 2022 and we raised over $5000 to three area high schools who are hard hit by Covid and the result of not many students being in a program coupled with funding being slashed. I got the chance to perform and direct with rock Choir, Colorado and we performed Carnegie Hall in April 2022. I've also had the pleasure of conducting at red rocks, and in August we will be singing the national anthem at the Colorado Rockies game. I am a judge for the Colorado all-state choir. This summer I will be offering a free two week all-state choir prep camp for students in Aurora Public schools with the help of my choir members. I teach life skills through music, and I tell my stories openly and share my vulnerabilities. Whether you have an addiction or not, we can all learn from each other. We come from all walks of life, and together we are always stronger. Between a Bible study, my choir, trauma therapy, AA, the Bible, and God himself, I am a recovering alcoholic. And I will continue on this journey, and share my story, because there is hope. I know there is hope, because I am living it, and I am living proof that having faith and a higher power will result in an amazing journey you had no idea was in front of you.   No Sippy No Slippy. Not Another Drop No matter What.   Remember to Pour The Poison Down The Sink!!      Sobertownpodcast.com

In October 2022, Aurora Public Schools middle school band teacher Jimmy Day II was named Colorado Teacher of the Year. He became the first Black male to receive the honor, as well as the first graduate of a Historically Black College or University to be named Colorado Teacher of the Year. Gerardo was onhand to witness the historical event, and got to sit down with this creative, passionate, and brilliant teacher. We defy you to listen to his story and resist him.

Join Dolores in supporting Lance Christensen as Superintendent of Public Education! He is second to none in standing up for our children, he will change California for the better! He is married and a father of 5 school age children, seventh-generation Californians. Lance is keenly aware of all the challenges facing parents and the education for their children. For over 20 years, Lance has been very active in all aspects of the education system including running for school board, sitting as the assistant chair of the school district's finance committee and vice president of a high school booster club. Lance graduated from Brigham Young University (Utah) with a degree in English and taught 4th grade as an educational assistant in Aurora Public Schools. He is Vice President of Education Policy and Government Relations at the California Policy Center.THANKS TO MY SPONSORS:Go to https://www.DWSPatriotShoppingClub.com. If you're tired of shopping at the big Box retailers and are ready to tap in to a Patriot manufacturer where all products are made here in America with 30 to 50% off! Reach out for your virtual tour!!DWsViewStandUp is also sponsored by American Patriot Mike Lindell of “MyPillow” – Go to my website: https://www.mypillow.com/standup get your free gift and SAVE$$ on lots of great products with the Promo Code is “Standup.” Also call: 1 800-645-6436Kim Yeater Peak Performance Coaching: If you are a business owner, entrepreneur, or leader who is feeling frustrated or anxious because you are not performing at the level that you know you are capable of, go to: https://UnlockYourLifeCoach.com and set a time with Coach Kim for a Strategy Session to Unlock your life and elevate your performance to the next level!! Contact Dolores Williams at dwsviewstandup@gmail.com.

Today, the garb brings you Joshua Jones.  Josh is the director of The Career Academy (TCA) here in Lincoln NE since 2020.  Before being TCA's director, Josh spent 3 years as TCA's coordinator.  Prior to joining TCA, Jones was assistant principal at Elliott Elementary School and a special education teacher at Lincoln Southeast High School. Before joining LPS, he held numerous leadership positions with Aurora Public Schools in Colorado.   The Career Academy is a joint venture between Lincoln Public Schools and Southeast Community College. The goal of TCA is to provide academic and real world experiences to high school juniors and seniors through high school and dual credit courses in 16 different career pathways.   Ladies and Gentleman, Let's "test drive your future" and allow the garb to introduce, Mr. Joshua Jones with the Career Academy!

Guest: Rico Munn Superintendent With its 38,000 students, the Aurora Public Schools District is one of the largest in the state. Teaching students from 130 countries speaking 160 languages, APS is also the most internationally diverse.  With a nearly 80% graduation rate it is also a very successful learning district as well.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

 Guest: Rico Munn Superintendent With its 38,000 students, the Aurora Public Schools District is one of the largest in the state. Teaching students from 130 countries speaking 160 languages, APS is also the most internationally diverse.  With a nearly 80% graduation rate it is also a very successful learning district as well.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is a four-part series that was inspired by a LINQ'D UP podcast featuring Shannon Solomon from Aurora Public Schools. In this series, Shannon will be the guest host and will be joined by Jessica Shelly, Katie Cossette, and Roy Pistone where they speak about what it takes to successfully run your child nutrition program as the business it is.

How can districts adequately respond to the challenges faced by the students, families, and educators living in their communities? Rico Munn, Superintendent of Aurora Public Schools, explains how his district has maintained a community driven approach to navigate the hardships of the pandemic and prepare for the future in order to continue to meet the needs of their community.ChangeAgents In K12 is presented by SchoolMint. Visit www.schoolmint.com to learn more about how SchoolMint supports K-12 schools and educators to create bright, sustainable futures.

INTERVIEWS IN THIS EDITION: Karina Amani Zapata DPT PhD, Texas Scottish Rite Hospital for Children, Dallas “The Observational Gait Scale Can Help Determine the GMFCS Level in Children With Cerebral Palsy” The purpose of this study was to evaluate the association between the Observational Gait Scale and Gross Motor Function Classification System in children who are walking and with cerebral palsy. QUOTE: “We can use the OGS—the Observational Gait Scale—as a helpful clinical tool to quickly and objectively rate a child's gait” CO-AUTHORS: Charter Rushing, Mauricio Delgado, Chanhee Jo Erin Kinsey PT DPT, Aurora Public Schools, Educational Services, Colorado “Changing the Paradigm of School-Based Physical Therapist Service Delivery: Using Evidence to Support Intensive Intervention” The purpose of this paper is to highlight the paradigm shift away from the typical model of direct service delivery of consistent frequency and duration in the school setting to accommodate an intensive progressive resistive exercise intervention QUOTE: “They were excited to do something new, something different than that traditional service model that we've provided in our schools—they really surprised us” CO-AUTHORS: Colleen Curto, Dana Glassman, Melissa Sundberg, Kathryn Rosemeyer, Mary Jane Rapport Hércules Ribeiro Leite, Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais, Belo Horizonte, Brazil “Effectiveness of Modified Sports for Children and Adolescents With Cerebral Palsy: A Pragmatic Study Protocol” This is a pragmatic randomized controlled trial protocol of an intervention study in Brazil. QUOTE: “In the past people used to think that because they have impairment it would not be possible to include in sports and leisure. So, things are starting to change from this point.” CO-AUTHORS: Ricardo de Sousa Junior, Ana Cristina Resende Camargos, Georgina Clutterbuck Patti Berg-Poppe MA MPT PhD, University of South Dakota, Vermillion “Pelvic Floor Muscle Resting Tone in Children With Dysfunctional Voiding Symptomology Following Simple Gross Motor Exercises” The study aimed to understand the effects of a set of gross motor exercises on pelvic floor muscle resting tone in children with dysfunctional voiding symptomology QUOTE: “The immediate effects of that exercise were that it reduced pelvic floor resting tone equally as well as diaphragmatic breathing.”

Brooke O”Drobinak and Beth Kelley join PEBC's Phenomenal Teaching Podcast with Michelle Morris Jones to share perspectives and practices to help educators 'make it to Monday” during this incredibly challenging time. First and foremost, it is important to recognize that we are in the midst of a “mental health tsunami” and all of our feelings, reactions, and actions are NORMAL as we are all processing stress and trauma in different ways and at different times. Some days we might feel great and have tons of efficacy and energy to burn; while other days we might find ourselves quite low and culling through the Help Wanteds. Nervous systems are taxed, reserves are depleted and many educators are finding that there is no resolution to the stress cycle, in other words it feels like there is no time for rest. So what can we do? Educators can beat the stress cycle by reestablishing community, practicing prioritization, and making time for rest or rejuvenation At school we can slow down and cut back, practice prioritization by not adding more initiatives, and invest in creating meaningful connections with colleagues and students. Teachers and students are learning how to “do school” all over again and that takes a lot of energy and grace. At the personal level, we must prioritize our health and take care of our bodies so that we can show up as the most effective educators we can be. This might include incorporating a mindfulness practice, tapping into opportunities to be creative, getting more sleep, finding time for movement or tending to one's diet with more focus than before. Give yourself permission to rest! Pump the brakes!!! Thinking About Creating a Self Care Plan? Check out this guide. Thinking About Cultivating a Mindset of Possibility for yourself or colleagues? Check out this checklist. Beth Kelley, MA, LPC, is a psychotherapist, who spent most of her 18 year career in schools working as a school-based therapist. Additionally she owned a private practice, worked in community mental health, and as a clinical supervisor. Currently, Beth is a consultant for schools and organizations interested in deepening their commitment to caring for their most precious resource, their people...by developing more holistic, relationship based, human centered models. Brooke O'Drobinak, MA, has been in education for more than 25 years at various levels. She is currently working in Aurora Public Schools. She served in school administration for the prior 13 years at a high-functioning, inner-city Denver high school. Her work is founded on the belief that students and relationships are at the heart of school communities. She also deeply values the critical roles that professional learning and leadership play in supporting all students, and their teachers.

Jailyn Jenkins believes that each and every learner deserves lifeworthy conversations that promote community and deepen content understanding. Jailyn joined Michelle Morris Jones on the Phenomenal Teaching Podcast to unpack the PEBC Teaching Framework and specific ways in which teachers can promote student discourse that is meaningful, culturally responsive and sustaining, and inclusive of all voices. First and foremost, we must invest in building relationships with students and establishing rituals and routines that promote talk in our classrooms. This involves examining our internal biases and beliefs about who's holding the power and knowledge and who gets to have a voice. Laying the groundwork for rich and lifeworthy discourse begins on day one by engaging students in conversations about their lives and interests as well as content. This creates an expectation that each and every student has something to say that is valuable. When planning for discourse Jailyn considers: Lifeworthy Topics: What matters for students? How can you build a bridge between content standards and life outside of school? Intentional Planning: What do you want students to talk about and how will that build community or understanding? How are you going to scaffold the conversation for student success? Multiple Entry Points: Can everyone contribute something to the conversation in some way? What modes of discourse or languages are students able to use to express their ideas? Open-Ended Questions: Are questions crafted in a way that promotes critical thinking or are they designed to elicit a particular response? In what ways can students explore the “how” and “why” rather than the “what” or “who?” In closing, Jailyn encourages us to double down on lifeworthiness by building authentic relationships with students, expressing creativity that leads to innovation, and putting ourselves in the seats of students. Jailyn Jenkins, "Educator, Advocate, Wellness Enthusiast" teaches science, facilitates professional learning opportunities, and serves as an instructional coach in Aurora Public Schools. Jailyn has a Bachelor's in Education from ASU and a Masters in Education Administration from GCU. She is a Denver native, loves adventure, trampoline parks, and just about anything that brings joy! Follow her on Instagram @Ms.Jenkins.Science The "Phenomenal Teaching Podcast" is brought to you by Public Education & Business Coalition (PEBC) and is intended to elevate the strands of the PEBC Teaching Framework which is illustrated in Wendy Ward Hoffer's book, Phenomenal Teaching. Thank you for joining us this season as we strive to elevate the stories of educators who are making schools and classrooms more phenomenal than ever before by implementing community, planning, workshop, thinking strategies, discourse, and assessment strategies that promote agency, equity, and understanding.

 Welcome to Montrose Fresh, from The Montrose Daily Press. It's FridayAugust 20th and we're here with local news, events, announcements, jobs, and more that matter to us here in Western Colorado.    Today - Colorado 135 was closed overnight between Wednesday and early Thursday while law enforcement agencies negotiated the surrender of a man suspected of pointing a gun at a Gunnison County Sheriff's Office deputy.   Today's episode is brought to you by Elevate Internet. Whether it's for your home or your business they offer the best speeds at the best price. Right now, if you refer a friend you can get $25 off! Give them a call for more information at 844-386-8744 or visit them at www.elevateinternet.com.   Now, our feature story…   Colorado 135 was closed overnight between Wednesday and early Thursday while law enforcement agencies negotiated the surrender of a man suspected of pointing a gun at a Gunnison County Sheriff's Office deputy.   Brad Fortener was eventually detained on suspicion of first-degree assault, menacing and prohibited use of a weapon. Formal charges are pending and case documents and attorney information were not immediately available.   Sheriff John Gallowich said that shortly after 5 p.m. on Wednesday, deputies were informed that a man had threatened to kill “potheads”. When a deputy arrived, the man could be seen in his home, holding what appeared to be a handgun.   Gallowich alleged the suspect pointed the weapon at the deputy, who took cover and summoned help.   Other GCSO deputies arrived, securing the area with assistance from Mt. Crested Butte Police Department, Colorado State Patrol and the Gunnison Police Department K-9 unit.   For safety reasons, the highway was closed at about 6 p.m. Fortener surrendered shortly after 12 a.m. on Thursday and the highway reopened about 30 minutes after that.   To find out more about this story visit us at montrosepress.com.     Now, some local history. This week's local history is brought to you by England Fence. England Fence is family owned and operated, and they're ready to help you build your dream fence, archway, gate, or deck. Give them a call at 970-249-4430, or head over to their website englandfence.com.   Did you know that Loghill Village borders Ridgway State Park and Eldredge, though there is no direct road access between the two? The nearest town is actually Ridgway which can be seen from its position on the mesa.   The town is covered in large Ponderosa Pine trees, piñons and junipers. Wildlife is abundant with a fairly large population of Mule Deer, Elk, Bobcats, Lynxes, Black Bears, wild turkeys and an occasional sighting of mountain lions. Almost 1,000 feet higher than Ridgway, the types and sizes of flora vary greatly. For example, Aspen trees are seen here and there on the mesa, as opposed to the lower Ridgway valley where they are scarce.   -   Before we go, a quick announcement on an upcoming vaccine clinic...   Montrose County School District and the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment are collaborating to host a COVID vaccination clinic at Montrose High School on Wednesday, September 1 from 3 to 6 p.m.   The school district is focused on pre-registering students and parents with a goal of 100. Parents will need to provide consent for children under the age of 18.   The CDPHE is funding and operating the clinic, which will be distributing the two-dose Pfizer vaccine. Another event is scheduled four weeks later for the second dose.   And while many employers — including Walmart, the Pentagon and Aurora Public Schools — have already mandated vaccines for some workers, the Montrose district is not planning to require the vaccine for students and employees.   Right now, the vaccination rate in Montrose County is lagging behind the statewide average, with only 46% of residents 12 and older fully vaccinated. Just over half have received at least one dose. To learn more visit us at montrosepress.com -   That's all for today, thank you for listening! For more information on any of these stories visit us at montrosepress.com.   And don't forget to check out our sponsor, Elevate Internet. Visit them at elevateinternet.com to learn more.   For more than 137 years, The Montrose Daily Press has been dedicated to shining a light on all the issues that matter to our community. Go to montrosepress.com to subscribe for just $1.99 per week for our digital edition. You'll get unlimited access to every story, feature, and special section. Thank you and remember to tune in again next time on montrosepress.com or wherever you listen to podcasts. Support the show: https://www.montrosepress.com/site/forms/subscription_services/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Good morning and welcome to Montrose Fresh, from The Montrose Daily Press. It's Wednesday Aug 18th and we're here to bring you a closer look at our top stories, events and more that matter to us here in Western Colorado.    Today - Colorado has committed $173 million in federal money to COVID testing in public schools throughout the state. But the program will not be in place when many Montrose students return to classrooms on Thursday.   Today's episode is brought to you by Elevate Internet. Whether it's for your home or your business they offer the best speeds at the best price. Right now, if you refer a friend you can get $25 off! Give them a call for more information at 844-386-8744 or visit them at elevateinternet.com.   Now, our feature story.   Colorado has committed $173 million in federal money to COVID testing in public schools throughout the state. But the program will not be in place when many Montrose students return to classrooms on Thursday.   The Colorado Sun reported that the program is behind schedule. This comes as dozens of school districts have already begun to welcome students back to in-person classrooms.   Testing students, especially those still under the age of 12 and ineligible for COVID vaccines, is a large part of the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment's guidance.   Once it is set up, participation in the program is voluntary. Students under the age of 18 will be required to obtain parental consent.   Montrose's strategy is less aggressive than other school districts around the state. Teachers and staff in Denver Public Schools are required to receive a vaccine or participate in regular COVID testing. And student athletes above age 12 in Aurora Public Schools must receive a vaccine or be regularly tested.   And outside of testing, our district is also waiting to hear back from the state about the exact details for vaccination clinics.    But supporting vaccine clinics came under attack at the August 10 school board meeting. Disgruntled parents and community members waved signs and passionately spoke to the board about their objections.   The vaccination rate in Montrose County still trails behind the state average. Less than half of adults are fully vaccinated.   But if at least 70% of people eligible for the vaccine within a school have been fully vaccinated, quarantines are not required for anybody at the school.   To learn more about this story visit our full story at montrosepress.com   You can also stay up to date on NABUR!    Next,  For the third consecutive year, Colorado Parks and Wildlife is encouraging hunters to take a friend hunting. As a reward, CPW has created a contest for mentors who take the time to pass on their knowledge.   Here's how it works… Mentors can take a beginner hunter out or mentees can encourage an experienced hunter to teach them how to hunt. From there, the pair can enter to win some great prizes by submitting a photograph and brief story of their time out in the field. Submissions will be judged by their ability to inspire and are due by February 8th. Everyone must be at least 18 years old. Also, the mentors must have held a Colorado hunting license in at least three of the last five years.   Check out the full story to learn more and submit your story at montrosepress.com   That's all for today, thank you for listening! For more information on any of these stories visit us at montrosepress.com.   And don't forget to check out our sponsor, Elevate Internet. Visit them at elevateinternet.com to learn more.   For more than 137 years, The Montrose Daily Press has been dedicated to shining a light on all the issues that matter to our community. Go to montrosepress.com to subscribe for just $1.99 per week for our digital edition. You'll get unlimited access to every story, feature, and special section. Thank you and remember to tune in again next time on montrosepress.com or wherever you listen to podcasts. Support the show: https://www.montrosepress.com/site/forms/subscription_services/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Aurora Public Schools created the Welcome Center in 2015 to help support the growing number of immigrants moving into Aurora. The mission of the Welcome Center is to help integrate the refugees and immigrants into the school system and the community. You can find out how you can help by donating clothing, shoes and school supplies for the students, as well as providing support for parents. You can visit the website at welcomecenter.aurora12.org. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/immigrationconsciousness/message

Jamila Gordon is in her 15th year in education and is serving her community as an Assistant Principal at Boston P-8 in Aurora Public Schools. Throughout her years working with youth, families and communities, Jamila has served as a Juvenile Detention Officer, School Counselor, Mental Health Specialist and most recently as a System Support Specialist in the APS Division of Equity in Learning. Jamila is a fairly recent transplant to the Denver area, hailing from Washington state by way of Oregon and California. Jamila is an alumni of Gonzaga University (Go Zags!), Oregon State University and most recently, Regis University where she earned her M.Ed in Educational Leadership. Intro Music: Poet's Row, Young Bones BeRhythmic Practices: Luke Graner

Educators are heart centered individuals who can be caught up in the “more is more” culture, however, at this time it is crucial to embrace a “less is more”  attitude so that we can support students and colleagues who have experienced trauma.  Trauma is like a wound and takes time and attention to heal; however, many individuals are currently experiencing prolonged and complex trauma which is causing their nervous systems to over or under react.  Without mitigating the trauma response students can't learn and teachers can't teach! Educators are amazing, creative, and innovative, they lead with their hearts and know how to care for kids. Yet, many are grappling with how to support themselves, students, and colleagues who are experiencing episodic and prolonged trauma.  In this episode Beth Kelley and Brooke O'Drobinak help answer some of the questions about trauma and provide ideas that teachers, schools, and systems can put into place to support both mental health and learning. Brooke and Beth are the co-authors of Teaching, Learning, and Trauma, Grades 6-12: Responsive Practices for Holding Steady in Turbulent Times. Educators owe it to themselves to take care of themselves right now, so that they can be a present and calm influence.  Consider the following: How am I taking care of myself so I can take care of others? What are my daily rituals for starting and ending work each day? In what ways might I connect with colleagues? How can I apply the less is more strategy? In order to support students, teachers and leaders must lean into planning and setting priorities.  Consider the following planning questions: How am I intentionally creating opportunities for human connection, particularly between students? How can I simplify processes and routines? What are my curricular priorities? How can I apply the concept of less is more?  What can I cut down or cut back? Beth Kelley, MA, LPC, is a psychotherapist, who spent most of her 18 year career in schools working as a school-based therapist. Additionally she owned a private practice, worked in community mental health, and as a clinical supervisor. Currently, Beth is a consultant for schools and organizations interested in deepening their commitment to caring for their most precious resource, their people...by developing more holistic, relationship based, human centered models. Brooke O'Drobinak, MA, has been in education for more than 25 years at various levels. She is currently working in Aurora Public Schools. She served in school administration for the prior 13 years at a high-functioning, inner-city Denver high school. Her work is founded on the belief that students and relationships are at the heart of school communities. She also deeply values the critical roles that professional learning and leadership play in supporting all students, and their teachers.

On the newest episode of "In the Room w/ Todd Marksberry", Todd chats with a neighboring Colorado leader - Rico Munn, Superintendent of Schools at Aurora Public Schools. One of the most inspiring people leading in Aurora, together they discuss school policies, Munn's role, and how they are serving their community. Remember to subscribe, and as always, enjoy listening to...In the Room w/ Todd Marksberry.

Timestamps0:39 – Chef Jereme McGovern, Chicago-area chef1:44 – Chef Seth VanderLaan, President Heart of House Hospitality 2:30 – Chef Ashlea Tobeck, Executive Chef at Children's Hospital Colorado2:55 – Chef Mary Kastman, owner of Driftless Cafe3:38 – Chef Joe Schumaker, President, and CEO of Food Space4:19 – Jim Contardi, AutoQuotes CEO5:02 – Chef Lisa Ludwinski, owner of Sister Pie6:00 – Chef Shannon Solomon, director of nutrition services for Aurora Public Schools in Colorado7:32 – Chef Yia Vang, owner of Union Hmong Kitchen and Vinai9:23 – Dan Hinchley, Vice President of Manufacturer Partnerships at Partstown11:26 – Chef Caitlin Cullen, owner of Tandem12:12 – Chef Paul Short, program chair culinary arts at Madison Area Technical College13:17 – Chef Rich Rupp, Vollrath Company

Timestamps1:57 – Public school foodservice4:18 – Introducing healthy options5:26 – Allergies and dietary guidelines7:16 – Reminiscing school lunch favorites11:05 – School lunch: now vs then14:10 – Shannon Solomon joins the show15:19 – Shannon's journey to public schools nutrition services22:55 – The 3 Rs: resources, regulations & relationships24:54 -– Healthy school eating & education26:50 – Passionate about customer service31:50 – Balancing budgets35:00 – Menu options from K-1239:49 – Finding inspiration42:49 – Dine with us46:17 – Aurora foodservice mission50:50 – Customer experience54:22 – Favorite kitchen equipment58:11 – Covid-191:03:08 – Peanut butter crunch bars!1:08:06 – Shannon's inspirational quote

Craig Badura is a husband, father of two and an educator in Aurora, Nebraska. In this conversation, he shares what he's learned while guiding students to create social media content for Aurora Public Schools, the stories behind his passion for cooking, why he loves creating content and how the game of golf has shaped his family's life. I've known Craig for several years. During this chat, he shared stories I've never heard. It was a fun interview and I hope it brings you value. Follow Craig Badura on Twitter: https://twitter.com/mrbadura -- https://twitter.com/taylorsiebert https://instagram.com/taylorsiebert https://facebook.com/taylorsiebert https://www.linkedin.com/in/taylorsiebert

Author Samuel Jaye Tanner joins us to talk about his article, "Whiteness is a White Problem: Whiteness in English Education." Our guests discuss how white people in an American context have problems with race that are distinct from the racism people of color experience, and how white English educators can rethink their roles in dismantling white supremacy. This discussion launches the second iteration of LEARN, a Marginal Syllabus co-developed with the National Writing Project (NWP) and the National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE). During each month, from November to June during the 2019-20 academic year, we will collaboratively read and discuss an article, published in four different NCTE journals, that investigates the intersection of literacy and equity. Refer to the 2019-20 syllabus for information on all the annotatable readings; these will go “live” on the first Monday of each month, along with related events hosted by the National Writing Project. Guests Sam Tanner, Assistant Professor, PennState Andrea Zellner, Literacy Consultant, Oakland Schools (MI) Christina Cantrill, Associate Director of National Programs, National Writing Project Joe Dillon, Co-Founder, Marginal Syllabus; Teacher, Rangeview High School in Aurora Public Schools in Colorado; Denver Writing Project Teacher-Consultant Remi Kalir, Co-Founder, Marginal Syllabus; Assistant Professor at the University of Colorado Denver School of Education and Human Development Related Links "Whiteness is a White Problem: Whiteness in English Education" 2019-20 Marginal Syllabus

Dr. Becky Takeda-Tinker, President and CEO of CSU Global and Rico Munn, Superintendent of Aurora Public Schools join us in studio to talk about their recent partnership aimed to increase access to high-quality, affordable and career-relevant education. CSU Global is leasing a new building from APS as its new headquarters, and APS can choose to utilize lease payments in a variety of ways including scholarship opportunities for APS students to earn a college degree after graduating from high school. CSU Global is providing significant tuition discounts for APS graduates, staff, and faculty as well. Tune in to learn how two tenacious leaders completed this innovative project to help better the Aurora community and workforce as a whole. Find more information here: https://www.cobrt.com/radio/csu-aps

Join Steven Zemelman, author of From Inquiry to Action: Civic Engagement with Project-Based Learning in All Content Areas, for a conversation about how educators can support youth to become, not only college and career ready, but citizen ready as well. Guests will discuss practical steps for preparing students for civic engagement via research, argument, speaking and listening, engaged reading, writing for real audiences and purposes, and collaboration. Zemelman is joined by educators Mauricio Pineda, Elizabeth Robbins, and Heather Van Benthuysen and the co-founders of Marginal Syllabus, Remi Kalir and Joe Dillon, for a discussion of the text, which is the featured article this month for Writing Our Civic Futures, which explores a range of scholarship on civic engagement and supports their web annotation at Educator Innovator. Guests for this episode include: - Joe Dillon (host), teacher, Rangeview High School in Aurora Public Schools in Colorado and Denver Writing Project Teacher-Consultant - Remi Kalir, Assistant Professor of Information and Learning Technologies at the University of Colorado Denver School of Education and Human Development - Steven Zemelman, Director of the Illinois Writing Project and independent education consultant, speaker, and writer - Heather Van Benthuysen, Civic Education Manager for Chicago Public Schools. Education consultant, speaker, presenter, and writer - Mauricio Pineda, Chicago arts and restorative practices educator, working at Reilly Elementary School and DePaul University - Elizabeth Robbins, high school history teacher in the Chicago Public Schools For related links, visit https://educatorinnovator.org/webinars/from-inquiry-to-action-civic-engagement-with-project-based-learning-in-all-content-areas/

From the Wings Over The Rockies Air & Space Museum website: John L. Barry, current President & CEO of Wings Over the Rockies Air & Space Museum, was a member of the Columbia Accident Investigation Board that was created to examine the disaster. In his presentation “When the Right Stuff Goes Wrong”, he will speak first-hand about the accident and share lessons that can be learned from this mishap. The accident was a major event that was essentially caused by technological, cultural, mechanical and organizational failures. Barry will explain the “nuts and bolts” of this disaster in a way that can be understood, reflected on, and applied to current business plans. About John L. Barry: Retired Major General John L. Barry was in the Air Force for over 30 years as a combat veteran, fighter pilot/USAF “Top Gun” graduate and Military Assistant to the Secretary of Defense. He retired in 2004, having served his last tour on active duty as Board Member and Executive Director for the Space Shuttle Columbia Accident Investigation. From 2006-2013, Barry served as superintendent of Aurora Public Schools, the sixth largest district in Colorado. In 2014, he was then named Chief Executive Officer for Boys & Girls Clubs of Metro Denver. Currently, Barry holds the position as President & CEO at Wings Over the Rockies Air & Space Museum.

Michael Ward is with the Aurora Public Schools in Colorado and has been building education programs geared to help instill pride in the custodial profession. Aired on YouTube Aug 25, 2017 Watch Here  

In our second episode of the Engage in Your School's Story podcast we are joined by Tech Integration Specialist, Craig Badura, at Aurora Public Schools in Aurora, Nebraska. We talk with Craig about his first tweet in 2009, documenting over creating, Digital Citizenship + more! Craig is one of the leaders on tech education and digital citizenship in the country. He has over 10.5k followers on Twitter and over 1.3k on Instagram. He’s a NETA board member. Sharing his story and the #aurorahuskies story is in his DNA. Connect with Craig: Web: http://www.craigbadura.com/ Twitter: http://twitter.com/mrbadura Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mrbadura/ Snapchat: "cbadgolf" Learn more about Class Intercom and schedule a demo to see how you can Engage in Your School's story!