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On today's episode, we welcome three members of Buffalo's Solutions Not Suspensions Coalition, which aims to shed light on the long-standing problems with the suspension system affecting Buffalo Public Schools students and families.

SVU Detective Richard Hy joins us again with The Fat Electrician to show even more evidence that the Buffalo school system is obstructing justice and not reporting abuse. If you are concerned about these findings please send a report on https://tips.fbi.gov Subject: Complaint Regarding Buffalo Public Schools – Alleged Failure to Report Abuse and Obstruction of Investigations Dear FBI Buffalo Field Office, I am writing to formally submit a complaint concerning serious allegations of misconduct within the Buffalo Public Schools (BPS) system, specifically regarding the failure to report incidents of child abuse, sexual assault, and attempted abductions, as well as alleged obstruction of law enforcement investigations. These concerns have been brought to public attention through recent statements by Buffalo Police Detective Richard Hy and related media reports. Nature of the Issue: I am concerned about reports that BPS officials have intentionally failed to report incidents of child abuse, sexual assault, and attempted abductions involving students, as required by New York State law for mandated reporters. Additionally, there are allegations that BPS employees and legal representatives have obstructed police investigations by ignoring subpoenas, deleting evidence, and instructing staff not to cooperate with law enforcement. Specific Incidents The February 2025 incident at Dr. Charles R. Drew Science Magnet School involving an attempted abduction, where the school allegedly failed to notify parents and deleted video evidence. There are also several cases where a students reported abuse to counselors who failed to report it, leading to delayed intervention Impact: These alleged actions undermine the safety of students in BPS, violate mandatory reporting laws, and erode public trust in both the school district and law enforcement's ability to protect vulnerable children. I respectfully request that the FBI investigate these allegations to determine whether federal or state laws have been violated, including potential civil rights violations, obstruction of justice, or failure to comply with mandatory reporting requirements. I urge a thorough review of BPS's practices, including their handling of incident reports, compliance with subpoenas, and interactions with law enforcement. If warranted, I request that appropriate actions be taken to hold responsible parties accountable and ensure the safety of students. Thank you for your attention to this urgent matter. I trust that the FBI will handle this complaint with the seriousness it demands to protect the children of Buffalo Public Schools. Please let me know if additional information is required to assist in your investigation. Sincerely, [Your Full Name] ------------------------------ THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS! STOPBOX Get firearm security redesigned and save 10% off @StopBoxUSA with code UNSUB at https://www.stopboxusa.com/UNSUB #stopboxpod SHOPIFY Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial and start selling today at https://shopify.com/unsubpod TURTLE BEACH Level up your game and get 10% off Turtle Beach with code UNSUB at https://turtlebeach.com/UNSUB #turtlebeachpod ------------------------------ UNSUB MERCH: https://www.bunkerbranding.com/pages/unsubscribe-podcast ------------------------------ FOLLOW THE HOSTS: Eli_Doubletap https://www.instagram.com/eli_doubletap/ https://www.twitch.tv/Eli_Doubletap https://x.com/Eli_Doubletap https://www.youtube.com/c/EliDoubletap Brandon Herrera https://www.youtube.com/@BrandonHerrera https://x.com/TheAKGuy https://www.instagram.com/realbrandonherrera Donut Operator https://www.youtube.com/@DonutOperator https://x.com/DonutOperator https://www.instagram.com/donutoperator The Fat Electrician https://www.youtube.com/@the_fat_electrician https://thefatelectrician.com/ https://www.instagram.com/the_fat_electrician https://www.tiktok.com/@the_fat_electrician ------------------------------ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On the program today, we start out talking chemtrails with New York State Assemblyman David DiPietro, and following that, after another appearance on the Unsubscribe Podcast by SVU Detective Richard Hy, we revisit the allegations made by Hy against Buffalo Public Schools. Do you believe Detective Hy's claims and think that Buffalo Public Schools are covering up things they shouldn't be?

In this episode of the DD214 Network Podcast, the hosts cover a wide range of topics—from the decline of Star Wars and a review of Arc Raiders, to GTA 6 delays and clickbait in gaming news. They dive into WrestleMania highlights, Joe Hendry's rise, and the toll of pro wrestling, blending humor with heartfelt moments. The conversation also explores Korean BBQ, the movie Warfare, Xbox's struggles, Coast Guard insights, and serious discussions on school safety and misconduct in Buffalo Public Schools, stressing accountability, empathy, and community support.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Podcast Overview02:20 Star Wars Franchise Discussion04:58 Video Game Review: Arc Raiders12:11 Rockstar Games and GTA 6 Delays19:02 Critique of Clickbait Culture in Gaming21:46 Comedy Roast Segment32:34 Closing Remarks and Promotions33:41 WrestleMania Highlights and Surprises36:05 The Evolution of Joe Hendry39:49 The Physical Toll of Wrestling44:11 Humor and Pain in Wrestling48:18 Personal Stories and Empathy55:20 Acts of Kindness and Humanity01:00:05 Culinary Adventures and Korean BBQ01:00:53 Korean Barbecue Experience01:02:17 Movie Review: Warfare01:08:23 Gaming Consoles and Market Trends01:12:44 Coast Guard Operations and Military Perspectives01:22:25 Heavy Topics: School Safety and Parental Trust01:31:44 The Role of a Drill Sergeant and Community Concerns01:34:02 Buffalo Public Schools: Allegations and Reactions01:35:50 Cover-Ups and Accountability in Education01:41:56 Moral Responsibility and Ethical Standards01:50:44 The Unsubscribe Crew: Taking Action01:54:08 Protecting Our Children: Awareness and Resources01:58:22 Coping with Trauma and Supporting Each OtherDD214 Network PodcastDirected & Produced by Jonathan ‘Clean' SanchezHosted by Joe Squillini & Jay CampbellEdited by Clean Sanchez Media, LLCMusic by Shrieks666 ("Shadow Surfing," "Voices Getting Louder") – Check them out on Bandcamp!Website: CleanSanchezMedia.comDisclaimer: This Podcast contains adult language. Adult Supervision is advised.Fair Use Disclaimer:The content provided on this podcast may include material subject to copyright protection. In accordance with the principles of "fair use" as defined in Section 107 of the Copyright Act of 1976, the use of copyrighted material on this podcast is for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, or research.The determination of whether the use of copyrighted material constitutes fair use is made on a case-by-case basis, taking into account various factors outlined in Section 107. The inclusion of such material is not an endorsement by the DD214 Network Podcast or Clean Sanchez Media, LLC, but is meant to enrich and contribute to discussions within the specified purposes of fair use. All copyrights and trademarks are the property of their respective owners.Shop official merch for DD214 Network: http://www.CleanSanchezMedia.com

Bury the Violence's Karrema Morris on a parent forum last week to address allegations against Buffalo Public Schools full 201 Mon, 05 May 2025 08:17:00 +0000 Oll8KwiybMuJj1AKCnphCjEe9l1v5tSH news & politics,news WBEN Extras news & politics,news Bury the Violence's Karrema Morris on a parent forum last week to address allegations against Buffalo Public Schools Archive of various reports and news events 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News & Politics News False

This week on the Black Rifle Coffee Podcast, Logan Stark sits down with Richard Hy, better known as Angry Cop. Richard lays out the disturbing allegations coming out of Buffalo Public Schools: claims of mishandled sexual assault cases, systemic silence, and a refusal to act. Fresh off his appearance on the Unsubscribe Podcast, Richard breaks down what's really going on behind the scenes: underreporting, obstruction, and a system more concerned with optics than accountability. They talk about the need for third-party investigations, the media's role (or lack of one), and why community pressure might be the only way forward. This isn't just about Buffalo, it's about protecting kids, demanding answers, and not letting anyone hide behind a desk.

Rich Hy was kind enough to join our show to continue to shine light on a massive problem that is inside the Buffalo Public Schools. When it comes to the safety of children, we don't fuck around. Rich is holding feet to the fire and we are backing him all the way.

BTF President Rich Nigro on accusations Buffalo Public Schools covered up abuse full 767 Thu, 01 May 2025 21:19:17 +0000 VkOHyZZLz9VYiWgOuDSC6G6ZsGdqu6tk news & politics,news WBEN Extras news & politics,news BTF President Rich Nigro on accusations Buffalo Public Schools covered up abuse Archive of various reports and news events 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News & Politics News False https://playe

Frankie Stockes joins Stew to discuss the latest explosive allegations of Judges and active duty military service members aiding and abetting illegal aliens to evade ICE Detective Richard Hy of @AngryCops has been going viral all week after blowing the whistle on Buffalo Public Schools allegedly helping to harbor and cover up child sexual assault at their schools, and he joins Stew to discuss Writer and Reporter Tom Knighton joins Stew to further expand on the horrific Buffalo Schools child sex abuse cover-up, and discusses the dangerous prevalence of schools across the US running cover for pedos and predators. Watch this new show NOW at https://StewPeters.com! Western civilization has been infected by a parasitic invasion of foreign ideals and values that have been introduced into our culture by strange and morally degenerate people whose goal is world domination. We have been OCCUPIED. Watch the film NOW! https://stewpeters.com/occupied/

We continue to follow the allegations made by SVU Detective Richard Hy against Buffalo Public Schools and their alleged obstruction of sexual assault and child abuse investigations, while concurrently keeping tabs on the severe storms hitting much of Western New York

Former Erie County DA John Flynn on whether there have been coverups at Buffalo Public Schools during his tenure full 373 Tue, 29 Apr 2025 11:39:00 +0000 kwEXJeYas601HTTfr1Wlr7P2I6fCZNP1 news & politics,news WBEN Extras news & politics,news Former Erie County DA John Flynn on whether there have been coverups at Buffalo Public Schools during his tenure Archive of various reports and news events 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News & Politics News False

Over the weekend, some alarming accusations were made against Buffalo Public Schools on the Unsubscribe Podcast by SVU Detective Richard Hy, alleging BPS of obstructing sexual assault and child abuse investigations. What are your thoughts on this?

Jessica Bauer Walker, Co-Chair of Buffalo Public Schools Community Health Worker Parent and Student Association, gives her reaction to allegations of the district obstructing sexual abuse investigations.

Buffalo Public Schools have named the person that will lead the search for the district's next superintendent. Also, Buffalo Schools face a $73.5 million deficit. Larry Scott tells shares his ideas for getting the district out of the red.

Alex Cousins joined Rockabilly Greg “In the Flamingo Lounge” on February 17, 2025. Alex is a 21st-century musician and performing artist, excelling as a virtuoso cellist. Despite a late start at 14, he soloed with the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra just three years later, winning the 2014 Young Musicians Scholarship. A 2020 Peabody Conservatory graduate with a Masters in Music, Cello Performance, Alex blends classical training with pioneering work on the electric cello. After graduating from the Peabody Conservatory, Alex returned to Buffalo where he immersed himself in amplified music, electronics, songwriting, and the electric cello, playing in various local bands from 2022-2024, spanning genres including alternative rock, folk, blues, and pop/indie rock. A seasoned session musician and educator, Cousins mentors young musicians and has recorded with artists including Robby Takac from the Goo Goo Dolls. He regularly performs in Buffalo Public Schools, demonstrating the versatility of acoustic and electric cellos. His collaborations include JoAnn Falletta, Marin Alsop, Leon Fleischer, The Eagles, and he has performed at venues including Kleinhans Music Hall, KeyBank Center Arena, SXSW Festival, and the Music is Art Festival. In 2025, Alex launched "Strings Unbound: An Evening with Alex Cousins," showcasing the electric cello as lead instrument. His seven-piece band will perform reimagined popular music covers from the past 50 years, debuting at The Caz in Buffalo on April 17, 2025.

WBEN's Zach Penque on Buffalo Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Tonja Williams Knight announcing her retirement full 49 Thu, 13 Feb 2025 09:15:37 +0000 dbwo5CPKuah1jzBEjzJumYotlyqKdaiT news WBEN Extras news WBEN's Zach Penque on Buffalo Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Tonja Williams Knight announcing her retirement Archive of various reports and news events 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News False

In this episode of Digital Learning Today, hosts Jeffrey Bradbury and Diane Manser engage with authors Laurie Guyon and Aimee Bloom to discuss their new book, 'ArchiTech: Laying the Foundation for Educational Coaching.' The conversation explores the importance of instructional coaching, the challenges coaches face, and the significance of building relationships within educational settings. The authors share insights on how their book serves as a resource for coaches and educators alike, emphasizing the need for effective communication, understanding, and adaptability in the coaching process. In this conversation, the speakers discuss the multifaceted challenges and rewards of transitioning from classroom teaching to instructional coaching. They explore the pressures faced by new coaches, the importance of classroom experience, and the evolving requirements for coaching roles in education. The discussion emphasizes the need for coaches to be adaptable, proactive, and engaged in continuous professional development, while also highlighting the significance of building relationships and maintaining transparency in their work. If you are a new listener to TeacherCast, we would love to hear from you.  Please visit our Contact Page and let us know how we can help you today! Conversation Takeaways Instructional coaching is essential for teacher development. Building relationships is key to successful coaching. Coaches must be good listeners to understand teachers' needs. The book 'Architect' addresses common challenges in coaching. It's important to meet teachers where they are in their practice. Coaching should be adaptable to the unique needs of each teacher. Personal stories in the book provide relatable insights. Effective coaching involves both theory and practice. Coaches can help teachers navigate obstacles in their classrooms. The book is a resource for anyone involved in education. New coaches often feel overwhelmed and pressured to prove themselves. Visibility in coaching does not equate to effectiveness. Dynamic presentation skills are crucial for coaching roles. Coaches must manage their own schedules and responsibilities. Building connections and marketing oneself is essential for success. Professional development is a continuous requirement for coaches. Experience in the classroom is vital for effective coaching. Certifications are valuable, but experience and engagement matter more. Diverse backgrounds in coaching teams can enhance effectiveness. Coaching roles are evolving, requiring adaptability and a growth mindset. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Instructional Coaching 05:03 The Launch of the Book: Architect 10:14 Understanding the Audience: Who is the Book For? 15:00 Navigating Challenges in Coaching 20:14 Building Relationships as a Coach 25:02 Advice for New Coaches 30:06 Conclusion and Key Takeaways 37:01 Transitioning from Classroom to Coaching 46:14 The Evolving Landscape of Instructional Coaching About our Guests: Aimee Bloom Aimee Bloom is the Supervisor of Instructional Technology at Buffalo Public Schools in Buffalo, New York, with over two decades of experience in education. Her career began as a PreK-8th grade art and computer teacher, evolving into roles focused on educational technology, leadership, and professional development. Passionate about improving education, Aimee has participated on committees where she co-authored the NYSED CSDF standards and the Diocese of Buffalo computer...

Mai Nguyen, director of the Department of Social and Emotional Wellness Supports for Buffalo Public Schools, talks supporting the whole child and teacher. She also discusses the 403(b)/457(b) event she held that attracted close to 300 educators.  Buffalo Public Schools Department of Social, Emotional, and Wellness Supports Buffalo City Schools 403(b)/457(b) Plan Learned by Being Burned - Short pod series about how teachers got burned then got wise to the 403(b) Meridian Wealth Management 403bwise.org Nothing presented or discussed is to be construed as investment or tax advice. This can be secured from a vetted Certified Financial Planner (CFP®). 

Buffalo School Board member Larry Scott on Gov. Kathy Hochul's signing of the classroom heat bill in Albany this past weekend full 214 Wed, 18 Dec 2024 09:30:25 +0000 PsCkoBW7YqHULZXpOpz1mfh6NGMrYYk3 buffalo,news,kathy hochul,new york state,wben,buffalo public schools,buffalo school board,larry scott WBEN Extras buffalo,news,kathy hochul,new york state,wben,buffalo public schools,buffalo school board,larry scott Buffalo School Board member Larry Scott on Gov. Kathy Hochul's signing of the classroom heat bill in Albany this past weekend Archive of various reports and news events 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News Fal

Riverside High School teacher Marc Bruno shares thoughts on the NYSUT union urging Gov. Hochul and the State Legislature to support “distraction-free schools” to help foster learning and well-being full 761 Tue, 10 Dec 2024 09:30:13 +0000 4eI88ml4dlXyD3utHYsGXFd4b0VorygQ buffalo,news,wben,buffalo public schools,cell phones in school,cell phone ban,marc bruno WBEN Extras buffalo,news,wben,buffalo public schools,cell phones in school,cell phone ban,marc bruno Riverside High School teacher Marc Bruno shares thoughts on the NYSUT union urging Gov. Hochul and the State Legislature to support “distraction-free schools” to help foster learning and well-being Archive of various reports and news events 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc.

Rich Family Foundation and Highmark partner to distribute 46,000 tickets for Ice at Canalside to students at Buffalo Public Schools full 755 Wed, 04 Dec 2024 16:00:58 +0000 qcIU4lT57KI56H2q5Nc1E1Rubdv7YktK buffalo,news,wben,buffalo public schools,canalside buffalo WBEN Extras buffalo,news,wben,buffalo public schools,canalside buffalo Rich Family Foundation and Highmark partner to distribute 46,000 tickets for Ice at Canalside to students at Buffalo Public Schools Archive of various reports and news events 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News

Octavio Villegas, executive director for the City of Buffalo's Traffic Violations Agency further discusses the city's school bus arm camera program full 389 Thu, 21 Nov 2024 09:30:27 +0000 UQjs9EEA7qRW91Pr6G22vzgcsKxVaXEX buffalo,news,wben,buffalo public schools,buspatrol WBEN Extras buffalo,news,wben,buffalo public schools,buspatrol Octavio Villegas, executive director for the City of Buffalo's Traffic Violations Agency further discusses the city's school bus arm camera program Archive of various reports and news events 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News

We discuss suspensions in Buffalo Public Schools and the Buffalo Suspension Coalition from three different perspectives.

On today's episode, we welcome back Duncan Kirkwood, a renowned national resilience trainer and the visionary behind the “Unleash Your Greatness” program, an initiative designed to empower students in Buffalo Public Schools. He's joined by Katie Schuta, Principal of the Buffalo School of Culinary Arts and Hospitality Management, where this transformative program is being piloted. Together with host Jay Moran, they delve into the profound impact of resilience training on young minds, the unique challenges facing Buffalo schools, and the broader potential of fostering resilience as a core skill in education.

Buffalo Acting Mayor Chris Scanlon, Buffalo Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Tonja Williams Knight and Buffalo Police Commissioner Joseph Gramaglia address Halloween safety for kids and parents full 530 Tue, 29 Oct 2024 15:15:11 +0000 7AaiLZ9AHBNS4qRQ6rgvFYJF7SgfOCmb buffalo,news,wben,buffalo police department,buffalo public schools,joseph gramaglia,chris scanlon,tonja williams knight,news & politics WBEN Extras buffalo,news,wben,buffalo police department,buffalo public schools,joseph gramaglia,chris scanlon,tonja williams knight,news & politics Buffalo Acting Mayor Chris Scanlon, Buffalo Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Tonja Williams Knight and Buffalo Police Commissioner Joseph Gramaglia address Halloween safety for kids and parents Archive of various reports and news events 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc. News & Politics

It's back-to-school season! Recently, Thomas O'Neil-White hosted a Buffalo Public Schools roundtable discussion, which featured conversations on educational opportunity gaps, student mental health, and safety across all campuses. On today's show, we welcome Jessica Bauer Walker, President of Buffalo Public Schools Community Health Worker Parent and Student Association, Danielle Grzymala, co-chair of the Buffalo Parent Teacher Organization, and Ed Speidel, the president of the District Parent Coordinating Council. All three are members of the BPS Parent Congress. We also welcome two BPS students, to get their insight on the issues they face, and the communication between them, their parents, and the district.

John Elmore on safety concerns at Buffalo Public Schools full 251 Wed, 11 Sep 2024 21:49:23 +0000 RwW4CI1lnJScXffHPfW2T7a3onOPwZHE news WBEN Extras news John Elmore on safety concerns at Buffalo Public Schools Archive of various reports and news events 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc.

Two students have been taken into custody, one of them charged after a stabbing at McKinley High School Monday. Marc Bruno teaches at Riverside High School. He's critical of how Buffalo Public Schools handle violence.

Buffalo Police Commissioner Joseph Gramaglia and Buffalo Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Tonja Williams Knight updates a stabbing Monday at Mckinley High School full 585 Mon, 09 Sep 2024 19:30:19 +0000 GMcv59Rbh3zmobIZnC8Hu0EAtas4j9V4 buffalo,news,wben,buffalo police department,buffalo public schools,joseph gramaglia WBEN Extras buffalo,news,wben,buffalo police department,buffalo public schools,joseph gramaglia Buffalo Police Commissioner Joseph Gramaglia and Buffalo Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Tonja Williams Knight updates a stabbing Monday at Mckinley High School Archive of various reports and news events 2024 © 2021 Audacy, Inc.

In today's climate, ensuring safety in educational settings is paramount. Join us for "Prevent Harm" a crucial installment in the "Path to Safer Schools" series. This podcast brings together a panel of esteemed experts, from diverse backgrounds such as education, law enforcement, mental health, and technology. Together, they will explore innovative strategies and community engagement tactics to safeguard our students.Panel Discussion Overview:The "Prevent Harm" podcast is tailored to equip educators, administrators, parents, and policymakers with actionable insights to cultivate safer school environments. Our panel will engage in dynamic discussions covering topics such as:Early Identification of Risks: Proactive approaches to identify and mitigate potential threats, leveraging behavioral assessments and social media monitoring.Building a Culture of Safety: Strategies to foster a secure and supportive school culture where reporting concerns is encouraged.Innovative Safety Technologies: Exploration of cutting-edge technologies, from advanced security systems to anonymous reporting apps, to bolster school safety.Mental Health and Well-being: test technological advancements that can enhance school safety, from advanced security systems to apps that facilitate anonymous reporting.Mental Health and Well-being: Addressing the critical importance of mental health services in schools as a preventative measure, including counseling, peer support programs, and staff training.Community and Law Enforcement Collaboration: Effective models for collaboration between schools, local communities, and law enforcement agencies to ensure a coordinated response to safety concerns.Policy and Legislative Considerations: Discussion on current and proposed policies impacting school safety and how attendees can advocate for positive change.Speakers Kevin Eberle, EdDCOO Buffalo Public Schools, Ret.·Edingenuity, LLCDr. Kevin Eberle brings over 27 years of experience as a building administrator and former police officer to the field of education consulting, focusing on safety and culture change. As a retired school principal and COO of Buffalo Public Schools, he has also served as a teacher, counselor, and assistant principal. Dr. Eberle's multidisciplinary approach emphasizes trauma-informed care, restorative practices, and positive staff development with mindfulness techniques, demonstrating how these strategies can transform a school's culture and fabric. He is an associate with Zeal Education Group and serves on the boards of the Police Athletic League, Family Justice Center, OLV Humane Service, and Zero Now. John BullwinkelRetired US Secret ServiceJohn Bullwinkel is an accomplished Secret Service Special Agent with over 20 years of experience in national and global security leadership, focusing on personnel and facilities in the nation's capital. Transitioning to a Threat Manager role in the public sector, John brings extensive expertise in high-level security assurance and threat management. His skills encompass security system assessments, risk mitigation, high-level security operations, executive-level protection, tactical team operations, logistics, event security planning, and team leadership. Known for building valuable relationships, John excels in collaborating with stakeholders, management, team members, vendors, and clients at all organizational levels. Brian KatzSafer School SolutionsBrian Katz most recently served as the Chief Safety and Security Officer for the Broward County Public School District, the nation's 6th largest school district. With over 20 years of experience in physical security, investigations, and executive protection, he has provided security consulting for Fortune 500 companies and other unique clients.At Google, Mr. Katz was the Director of Personnel Protective Services, where he built Google's Global Security Investigations and Intelligence teams from a single person to an industry-leading strategic global organization. He developed the Executive Protection Group, Intelligence Group, and the Global Security Operations Center, managing the company's Aviation program and responding to emergent threats worldwide.Following the Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School tragedy in 2018, Broward County School District created a Division of Safety, Security, and Emergency Preparedness as a Cabinet-level Chief position. Mr. Katz was selected to fill this role in February 2019 after a national search. In this position, Mr. Katz designed the new Division from the ground up, centralizing all safety and security functions, doubling the number of security staff, and creating layers of safety and security accountability. He also developed a comprehensive safety and security training framework, rolling out these initiatives district-wide.

In this conversation I'm joined by Dr. Genelle Morris. Dr. Morris  has over 30 years in education and is currently serving the role as superintendent. She is passionate about education and has dedicated her life to ensuring each child graduates from high school ready for college or a career. And in this conversation Dr. Morris dives into leadership lessons she has learned from her various experiences, she discusses the importance of building relationships, creating trust, and being authentic. We also dive into the future of education, AI, and planning for the future. Dr. Morris is proud to serve as Superintendent of the Olean City School District. She joined the district in July of 2022. A passionate advocate for providing high-quality education for all children, Dr. Morris has spent more than 30 years in education, dedicating her life to ensuring each child graduates from high school ready for college or a career. While pursuing that goal, she worked in varying roles, including science instruction, curriculum and assessment development, and leading work in assessment, accountability, research, and evaluation at the district level.  Before joining Olean, Dr. Morris worked in Buffalo Public Schools and the Rochester City Schools. While in Rochester, she served as Deputy Superintendent of Teaching and Learning and Deputy of Operations and Systems Innovation. Her last role in the Buffalo Public Schools was the Chief Accountability Officer/Chief Information Officer. She began her career as a Biology teacher with the Buffalo Public Schools and has also served as Assistant Superintendent of Shared Accountability, Director of Data Analysis, Supervisor of Data Analysis, principal, and assistant principal. She has a strong history of working with community, city, and county organizations and is committed to developing partnerships with the Olean community.  Dr. Morris earned her Doctorate in Educational Leadership and Policy from the University at Buffalo, receiving the prestigious “Thinking Outside the Box” award for her thesis, which studied the implementation of the Annual Professional Performance Review (APPR) in New York State. She earned a master's degree and Certificate of Advanced Study in Educational Leadership and Policy and a master's degree in Science Education from the University at Buffalo. Her bachelor's degree in biology was earned from Canisius College.  Dr. Morris has also served on various educational committees and boards at the local, regional, state, and national levels. She has served as an adjunct faculty member for several years and has served on various education committees and councils at the local, regional, state, and national levels. Her passion for student advocacy, diversity, and progress ignites everything she does.

Tough decisions had to be made by Buffalo Public Schools in crafting next year's budget as a number of staffers will be let go. School Board member Larry Scott talks about the process of crafting the budget.

Buffalo Common Councilmember Joe Golombek on whether the city should have more control of Buffalo Public Schools 

Buffalo Public Schools are closed today due to winter storm cleanup. Keeping an eye on the impending storm in Western New York.

Dive into a riveting dialogue with HR Director, Collin Gehl, as we navigate the terrains of workplace safety, self-care, and diversity. Discover how Say Yes to Education shapes a resilient and supportive environment amidst crises and the role of HR in fostering growth and opportunity.Here are a few of the topics we'll discuss on this episode of People Analytics: Employee support exceeds the punishment. Self-care as a personalized strategy. Diversity fuels organizational success. Addressing trauma in HR practices. Communication key in HR development. Resources: Staff Geek  Say Yes Buffalo Connect with Collin Gehl:LinkedInConnect with our host, Lindsay Patton: LinkedIn  Email Quotables: 00:45 - We embed self-care in everything that we do. So including our supervision. So we've created policies and procedures that have helped to set up success for our full team. And as part of embedding self-care and everything we do, including supervision, if we've noted a slip in a performance, we're not quick to sort of penalize someone or assume that someone is being lazy. 6:30 - I encourage, you know, our staff, you know, whether or not they're here to take actual, take a break, walk away, you go for a walk. And we have about 60% of our staff are school-based. So they are, their offices are in Buffalo Public Schools because they're doing a lot of support for the students in Buffalo. And so, you know, I encourage, you know, those individuals, whatever you need to do in order to sort of take some time away during your day, at least do at least take them 30 minutes.  10:41 - We all are committed to the vision of our organization and our missions of our organization, really all about sort of helping to support students in Buffalo to be able to reach their full potential, whatever that looks like. And because we are all committed to that mission, it doesn't matter that we are, you know, that we're different. We all are working towards that mission and we're able to be successful because we have these different perspectives but we all have that same goal. And how we get there may differ, but we all have that same goal. We're all gonna reach it. 25:05 - It really fascinates me with these organizations that are so punitive towards their team, you know, where they just, they try to do things based on fear or  you know, when someone says, you know, they're, look, they might be looking for another opportunity, they get all upset. And I'm like, why? 13:13 - That was a surprise. Someone that I had done a presentation to a class at a local university like five years ago. And this person reached out to me and said, I remember when you gave your presentation, I had, would you mind allowing one of my students to shadow you for a day? And I said, sure, sure. You know, send him in. And he came in, he just love say Yes, he loved the vibe. And he was like, oh, I would love to like stay, like, do you have any openings?

Dr. Sharon Brown previews Buffalo Public Schools High School Showcase

Buffalo Public Schools have been back in session for a couple of weeks now, but days before the start of this new school year, Lorenzo Rodriguez and Thomas O'Neil White sat down with a group of students and some active parents from the district to discuss some of their concerns. The various BPS students included Innocent, Freebirth, and Sangam. The group of parents included Edward Speidel - the President of the District Parent Coordinating Council and Co-Chair of the Special Education Parents Advisory Committee, Danielle Grzymala, Co-Chair of the Buffalo Parent-Teacher Organization, and Jessica Bauer Walker, Executive Director of Community Health Worker Network of Buffalo. Transportation, school suspensions, and bullying are among the topics brought up in this back-to-school special episode of What's Next?

More security measures will be taken by Buffalo Public Schools in response to a Friday night fight during a football game at All-High Stadium. Gov. Kathy Hochul says she will try to appeal a court ruling that struck down the state's ethics panel saying its structure was "unconstitutional."

Buffalo Public Schools has cancelled all outdoor activities again today as the region remains under an air quality health advisory through midnight. Emyle Watkins reports on how local farmers are coping with poor air quality and how climate change may affect their future. Anthony Chase and Peter Hall give a recap of the 32nd Annual Artie Awards with Theatre Talk.

Education is often a family business, with generations of great educators following a parent's footsteps into the profession. For Columbus Education Association member Tara Johnson, education was certainly in her blood, but it wasn't her first career choice. For this final installment in the A Legacy of Education series, Tara Johnson, and her mom Terry Johnson, a retired Columbus teacher, sat down to share their thoughts on how the profession has changed, the need to create better pipelines to get educators of color into the profession, and why they would recommend this career to others. HEAR MORE 'A LEGACY OF EDUCATION' EPISODES | To listen to previous Education Matters interviews featuring parents and their children who have followed them into careers in education, check out these episodes:  A Legacy of Education: Jillian Majzan & Stephanie Hall A Legacy of Education: Sandra Dowdy & Calista Altenburger  A Legacy of Education: The Jessens  Featured Education Matters guests:  Terry Wiggs Johnson, retired educatorTerry graduated from Central State University College of Education in 1967. She received her Masters of Education from Xavier University in Cincinnati in 1972. She taught for Dayton Public Schools, Buffalo Public Schools and then moved to Columbus in 1969. She taught for 32 years as an elementary school teacher and a reading teacher. Terry Johnson always enjoyed working with elementary students, especially in Language Arts. Tara Johnson, Columbus Education Association member Tara is a product of Columbus City Schools. She graduated from Mifflin High School. She is the daughter of Terry Wiggs Johnson and Theodore W. Johnson who both graduated from Central State University in the late 60's. Both are also retired Columbus City School teachers. Coming from a household of educators, who graduated from Central State University, she followed in their footsteps and graduated from Central State University, but refused to go into education. She pursued a degree in Finance, instead. While at Central State she was very active. She was a member of the Finance and Investment Society, College of Business Student Advisory Council, Tour Guide, Resident Assistant, and a Student Ambassador. She worked for the Vice President for Finance as a student worker. She also continued to volunteer at Main Street Elementary School in Columbus when she came home during breaks.   After graduation, Tara began to work at Central State in the finance department. She volunteered with the Student Affairs area and worked very closely with the Alumni Affairs office. After leaving Central State University, she went on to two other universities, Kent State University and Virginia Union University, to work.  She decided it was time to get a master's degree, so she enrolled in Eastern Michigan, where she completed a Master's Program in Individualized Studies in Higher Education Administration and Finance. Upon graduating from Eastern Michigan, she decided to continue to pursue her career in Higher Education and worked at Virginia Community College Systems and Wright State University. While at Wright State University, she began to look for something different. Tara had done some volunteer work in her aunt's classroom and some substitute teaching for Columbus City Schools while getting her master's degree, so she decided to teach at the K-12 level. Tara went back to Central State University to get her licensure to teach in Social Studies at the high school level, saying she felt like high school students were closer to the college students she was used to working with for the past 20 years. Due to Covid, it took her longer than I had expected, but she completed my licensure program in Spring of 2021.  Tara began teaching at Eastmoor Academy High School in the Fall of 2021. She is a member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. and a life member of Central State University Alumni Association.  SUBSCRIBE | Click here to subscribe to Education Matters on Apple Podcasts or click here to subscribe on Google podcasts so you don't miss a thing. And don't forget you can listen to all of the previous episodes anytime on your favorite podcast platform, or by clicking here.Connect with OEA: Email educationmatters@ohea.org with your feedback or ideas for future Education Matters topics Like OEA on Facebook Follow OEA on Twitter Follow OEA on Instagram Get the latest news and statements from OEA here Learn more about where OEA stands on the issues  Keep up to date on the legislation affecting Ohio public schools and educators with OEA's Legislative Watch About us: The Ohio Education Association represents about 120,000 teachers, faculty members and support professionals who work in Ohio's schools, colleges, and universities to help improve public education and the lives of Ohio's children. OEA members provide professional services to benefit students, schools, and the public in virtually every position needed to run Ohio's schools. Education Matters host Katie Olmsted serves as Media Relations Consultant for the Ohio Education Association. She joined OEA in May 2020, after a ten-year career as an Emmy Award winning television reporter, anchor, and producer. Katie comes from a family of educators and is passionate about telling educators' stories and advocating for Ohio's students. She lives in Central Ohio with her husband and two young children. This episode was recorded on May 21, 2023.

Buffalo teachers will be voting today for a new president of the Buffalo Teachers Federation and for a new contract with Buffalo Public Schools.

Author and lecturer Emmanuel Kulu talks at length about his work with Buffalo Public Schools and elsewhere, infusing African history - from Egypt and the entire continent of Africa - into the teaching of Black history.

Today, an intense look at the number of suspensions in Buffalo Public Schools, including a disproportionate amount of them for Black students, disabled students and low income students. Also, talk of letting judges have more discretion in the state's new bail reforms. All Buffalo-owned buildings will have automatic defibrillators at the ready, and Rev. Darius Pridgen, the president of the Buffalo City Council has announced that he will not seek re-election

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