Podcast appearances and mentions of gina kurre

Gina Kurre describes the beautiful and colorful tradition of Indian dance in which all elements–music, movement and costumes–combine to create a narrative.

Join hosts Gina Kurre and Jerry Bryan at Hazelwood West Middle School where they'll discuss several education issues affecting our area schools including: the significance of MAP test scores and a unique way some Jennings teachers motivated their students to study hard for them, the prevalence of teachers pursuing and attaining post-secondary education, and the importance of community outreach in bringing unique artistic opportunities to local schools. That, plus meet a couple of incredible Hazelwood West alums; one who just graduated from the middle school and is already a CEO of his own company and another who is proud to teach at her alma mater school district (along with a number of other alum teachers). That plus see if you can guess where our mystery St. Louisan went to high school.

This episode of Behind the Minds literally begins on a high note from Crossroads College Preparatory School's "Harmonic Rush." The a cappella group formed less than a year ago is already impressing crowds with their incredible harmonies. You'll also meet a "Standout Student" from the school who's becoming a role model for others. Behind the Minds strives to feature innovative academic programs and inspiring educators and students from around the St. Louis area and this episode is no exception with features on College Bound, the Parkway Digital Film Festival, Hazelwood West High School and more. Co-host Gina Kurre also reports on how area schools are addressing the growing problem of heroin addiction and overdoes among high school students.

This segment won in the Historical/Cultural - Program Story/Feature category. Congratulations to producer Gina Kurre and editor Greg Kopp. Some local students are not only learning about the Greatest Generation, they're helping to give them the ride of their lives. Watch this special story that takes you on a trip from St. Louis to Washington D.C. and back. This was a segment in Behind the Minds - February 2010.