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This week at NSTA: The Bus Stop - Executive Director Curt Macysyn is joined by returning guest Tim Weaverling, Partner at RWR Insurers Group. Initially, Tim shares his background, noting his 22 years of experience with RWR Insurers Group. He then provides an overview of the Keystone-RWR School Transportation Program, highlighting their longstanding strong partnership with NSTA. Tim then gives his perspective on current trends in the insurance market and highlights key issues of which contractors should be aware.  Curt and Tim give a brief preview of the upcoming NSTA FLASH Webinar "The Turbulent Insurance Climate, What You Need to Know" scheduled for June 10th at 10:30 AM (ET). And to wrap things up, the two share their insights about the 2026 Penn State Nittany Lions football season. Become a podcast subscriber and don't miss an episode of NSTA: The Bus Stop - NSTA Vendor Partners should reach out to us to hear about our comprehensive advertising packages that will help you hit your target audience - school transportation professionals!Support the show

This week at NSTA: The Bus Stop - Executive Director Curt Macysyn is joined by returning guest Claire Miller, Chief Commercial Officer of First Student and a member of the NSTA Board of Directors. Claire begins by sharing her background and what inspired her to enter the school transportation industry with First Student. Claire and Curt explore the effects of daylight saving time, and the federal proposal to make it permanent. Claire recounts a few heartfelt stories that highlight First Student's meaningful role in the communities it serves. She also offers an overview of First View, a platform that is transforming communication and transparency for families and school districts. Finally, the duo discusses First Student's fleet electrification initiatives and NSTA's lobbying effort in support of contractor direct access to Clean School Bus Program grants. Become a podcast subscriber and don't miss an episode of NSTA: The Bus Stop - NSTA Vendor Partners should reach out to us to hear about our comprehensive advertising packages that will help you hit your target audience - school transportation professionals!Support the show

TR is joined by Jake Bersin to talk about the unique considerations of teaching health and PE and the ways he thinks MCP may benefit health and PE teachers. Show Notes TGFU Model of PE teaching (https://www.iphys-ed.com/blog/what-is-teaching-games-for-understanding/) Jake's Padlet "Advocacy and Education Beyond the Classroom Walls (https://padlet.com/advocacyinaction/advocacy-in-education-beyond-the-classroom-walls-kbip41fnc9nqh8y0)" MAHPERD (https://ma-hperd.org) (Massachusetts Association for Health, Physical Education, Recreation, and Dance Inc.) Insta~lesson (https://app.insta-lesson.com), by Rob Barnett Connect with Jake using his Padlet (linked above), on Bluesky, or at his website Next Level Physical Education (https://nextlevelpe.weebly.com) Learning Experiences for the Upcoming Week Want to connect with other educators of color who are creating a more student-centered learning environment? Join our monthly Shades of Excellence meetup on Monday, March 24, 7pm ET. Register here (https://modernclassrooms.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_2SFrc5XDSYuQnATF-pU0Cw).  Join educators Monte Woodard, Alison Stone, and Suma Paidi for a live webinar where they'll share their expertise in transforming your science classroom into a dynamic, personalized learning environment on Tuesday, March 25 at 7pm ET. Register here (https://modernclassrooms.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_7HKdQ_rXRnGnva6tdRVIvg) We have four educators presenting at Personalized Competency-Based Learning (PCBL) Summit in Layton, UT on March 26, 2025. Dr. Cindi Dunford and Stephanie Quilan are presenting on Creating a Culture of Competency in the Middle School Math Classroom and Cammie Moore and Elizabeth van Patten are presenting on Modernizing Instruction in CTE with MCP. If you're attending, make sure to stop by and say hi!  Alison Stone is presenting at NSTA 2025 in Philadelphia, PA from March 26-29 on Using a self-aced, mastery-based, blended model in the high school science classroom. If you're attending, make sure to stop by and say hi! Contact us, follow us online, and learn more: Email us questions and feedback at: podcast@modernclassrooms.org (mailto:podcast@modernclassrooms.org) Listen to this podcast on Youtube (https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL1SQEZ54ptj1ZQ3bV5tEcULSyPttnifZV) Modern Classrooms: @modernclassproj (https://twitter.com/modernclassproj) on Twitter and facebook.com/modernclassproj (https://www.facebook.com/modernclassproj) Kareem: @kareemfarah23 (https://twitter.com/kareemfarah23) on Twitter Toni Rose: @classroomflex (https://twitter.com/classroomflex) on Twitter and Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/classroomflex/?hl=en) The Modern Classroom Project (https://www.modernclassrooms.org) Modern Classrooms Online Course (https://learn.modernclassrooms.org) Take our free online course, or sign up for our mentorship program to receive personalized guidance from a Modern Classrooms mentor as you implement your own modern classroom! The Modern Classrooms Podcast is edited by Zach Diamond: @zpdiamond (https://twitter.com/zpdiamond) on Twitter and Learning to Teach (https://www.learningtoteach.co/) Special Guest: Jake Bersin.

Join Executive Director, Curt Macysyn for a special Holiday Edition of NSTA: The Bus Stop as Frank Girardot, Senior Communications Director with BYD | RIDE drops by for an enjoyable episode. Frank and Curt begin the episode with an update on BYD | RIDE. The duo then highlight the city of Pasadena, the Rose Bowl, and some college football talk. Frank and Curt then discuss a Christmas Story and discuss the annual 24 hour marathon. Lastly, Frank and Curt provide some recommendations for the those with some time off over the Holidays to enjoy. Support the show

This week at NSTA: The Bus Stop - Executive Director Curt Macysyn is joined by  Dan Kobussen, Owner of Kobussen Buses and NSTA President. The duo recap some of the highlights of the past year for NSTA. Dan and Curt discuss the return of the School Bus Driver International Safety Competition for the first time since 2019. Dan talks about the 60th Anniversary of NSTA and what the means to for the association. The duo then recap the NSTA Anniversary celebration in Nashville at the 2024 NSTA Annual Meeting and Convention. Become a subscriber and listen to a new episode of NSTA: The Bus Stop every week - targeted advertising packages are available too!Support the show

Christmas may be looming but the news just keeps on coming! In this festive video special edition of Energy Voice Out Loud Ryan discusses CCS permits, Erikka tackles North Sea shenanigans and Mat chats about Bernard Looney's return to energy.  The week saw the NSTA grant a UK first CCS permit that will allow the infastructure to be installed at the East Coast Cluster. This came about as the Northern Endurance Partnership made a final investment decision on the Tack 1 winning carbon storage development.  Erikka had one hell of a morning rounding up Serica's acquisition of Parkmead assets, “serious misconduct”'s farm down of its Earlham and Orwell developments and Connaught selling out of UK gas field to Reabold. One thing's for certain, the UK North Sea is going to be a much different beast in 2025.  Finally, Mat has been looking into former BP CEO Bernard Looney's return to energy as he was appointed to the board of board of ADNOC subsidiary XRG. Looney left BP amid scandal involving personal relationships with with colleagues and misleading the company's board but is set to make a return following his appointment to a tech firm earlier in the year. 

This week at NSTA: The Bus Stop - Executive Director Curt Macysyn is joined by  Patrick Dean, President, Dean Transportation, and President-Elect of NSTA. Patrick covers some key projects being worked on by the NSTA Business Development Committee, such as the most recent Data Acquisition engagement with Spectrum Consulting Group of Michigan State University and the ongoing NSTA Tradeshow Initiative. Patrick and Curt then discuss the NSTA Alternative Student Transportation Task Force and the focus of the group's recent efforts. Lastly, the duo preview the upcoming National Congress on School Transportation (NCST) and the role Patrick will play in Des Moines next May. Become a subscriber and listen to a new episode of NSTA: The Bus Stop every week - targeted advertising packages are available too!Support the show

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It's been a week since Election Day and most of the dust has settled on this historic National Election. Hear from NSTA executive director Curt Macysyn as he dissects the events of the past several days and what the impact may be for NSTA. He'll talk about key races and what trends can be determined as the final votes are counted.Support the show

This week at NSTA: The Bus Stop - Executive Director Curt Macysyn is joined by Doug Campbell, Director of Sales with NSTA Vendor Partner, First Light Safety Products. Doug and Curt recap the school bus equipped with illegal passing technologies that First Light Safety showcased at the 2024 NSTA Annual Meeting and Convention in Nashville, TN in coordination with the National Highway Traffic Safety Adminstration. Doug highlights the illuminated technologies that First Light is utilizing the ensure school buses are more visible to drivers. Lastly, the duo discuss the importance of ensuring school buses have maximum visibility as illegal passings continue to become more common throughout the country. Become a subscriber and listen to a new episode of NSTA: The Bus Stop every week - targeted advertising packages are available too!Support the show

This week at NSTA: The Bus Stop - Executive Director Curt Macysyn is joined by Greg Jackson, Director of Business Development, School Bus Logistics, a new NSTA Vendor Partner Member. Greg outlined his background and his transition from Transportation Director to School Bus Logistics. Greg and Curt highlight strategies contractors can utilize when heading into the back-to-school period for their routing departments. Lastly, the duo discuss the role of artificial intelligence in the routing process. Become a subscriber and listen to a new episode of NSTA: The Bus Stop every week - targeted advertising packages are available too!Support the Show.

This week at NSTA: The Bus Stop - Executive Director Curt Macysyn is joined by Mark Miller, Substitute Bus Driver, Bellingham Public Schools. Mark outlines his background and discusses his journey to becoming a school bus driver in addition to his role as a pilot. He recaps his experience at the 2024 School Bus Driver International Safety Competition, as Mark won the Type-D (Transit Style) Competition. The duo looks forward to 2025 and encourage everyone to get involved in their state and local competitions. Become a subscriber and listen to a new episode of NSTA: The Bus Stop every week - targeted advertising packages are available too!Support the Show.

This week at NSTA: The Bus Stop - Executive Director Curt Macysyn is joined by Kim Martin, Industry Engagement Consultant, Tyler Technologies, an NSTA Vendor Partner. Kim and Curt recap the recent On-Board Technology Panel at the 2024 NSTA Annual Meeting and Convention in Nashville, TN. Kim provides some best practices as operators enter the back-to-school period and how new technology can be implemented on school buses. Kim and Curt outline how operators can ensure drivers are fully prepared for the implementation of new technology. Lastly, Kim and Curt delve into AI and how it has become a key aspect of operations in student transportation.  Become a subscriber and listen to a new episode of NSTA: The Bus Stop every week - targeted advertising packages are available too!Support the Show.

This week at NSTA: The Bus Stop - Executive Director Curt Macysyn is joined by Keith Galloway, SVP Business Development & Mergers and Acquisitions, Student Transportation of America. Keith outlines his journey in student transportation starting from the family business to STA. Keith and Curt discuss the various projects that the Business Development Committee works on. Keith and Curt look into the future of student transportation and what obstacles the industry needs to overcome.  Become a subscriber and listen to a new episode of NSTA: The Bus Stop every week - targeted advertising packages are available too!Support the Show.

This week at NSTA: The Bus Stop - Executive Director Curt Macysyn is joined by Gerry Wosewick, Executive Director of the Pennsylvania School Bus Association. Gerry and Curt discuss several of the ongoing advocacy initiatives that PSBA is currently working on in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Gerry and Curt delve into the Under the Hood Exemption. Gerry outlines the state funding formula and how PSBA is working with legislators on it. Lastly, Curt and Gerry highlight the recent 2024 PSBA Annual Convention that was held at the end of June.  Become a subscriber and listen to a new episode of NSTA: The Bus Stop every week - targeted advertising packages are available too!Support the Show.

This week at NSTA: The Bus Stop - Executive Director Curt Macysyn is joined by ackie Bell, Inside Sales Representative, Scraper Systems by Rite Hite, an NSTA Vendor Partner. Jackie delves into her background and what led her to Scraper Systems. The duo discusses the importance of efficient snow removal. Jackie then outlines the various snow removal solutions Scraper Systems has. Lastly, the duo highlight some success stories from current customers. Become a subscriber and listen to a new episode of NSTA: The Bus Stop every week - targeted advertising packages are available too!Support the Show.

This week at NSTA: The Bus Stop - Executive Director Curt Macysyn is joined by Martiza Valentin, Contract/National Account Manager, AMF Bruns, an NSTA Vendor Partner. Maritza gives some insight on what operators should be looking for when transporting students with mobility issues. Maritza gives some helpful hints on how often operators should be reviewing seating positions and much more!. Become a subscriber and listen to a new episode of NSTA: The Bus Stop every week - targeted advertising packages are available too!Support the Show.

Edtech ThrowdownEpisode 168: Leveraging Social Media for Creative Classroom ProjectsWelcome to the EdTech Throwdown This is episode 168 called “Leveraging Social Media for Creative Classroom Projects”. In this episode, we'll talk about how social media inspired projects can put a creative and engaging spin on a variety of classroom projects. This is another episode you don't want to miss, check it out!Segment 1: Narrative: What are nick and guise's go-to social media platforms?Having a class social media account can be a powerful motivator and a great way for some positive PRJust so you know, Canva can be used as the edtech for ALL of these ideas, but we tried to change it up.Segment 2: Project ideas:Make a meme projectExample: Generate class rules using memes, learn new vocabulary, identify the novel using memes, describe a historical event (thanks NSTA blog!)Edtech: Just look them up, there are many. Meme Creator, Meme Generator and Quick Meme are some to check out.Gif creationExample: Create a gif that models a series of exercises for certain parts of the body. Each student gets a different muscle group or body part.Edtech: Canva animationsEdtech: Lots of video editing platforms let you download the video as a gifHistorical figure instagram postExample: Create an instagram post that is a series of 4 (minimum) photos of your assigned figure doing something. One of the 4 must be a “selfie” and they must all be connected to something this person MIGHT post about, were they on Insta today.Edtech: Adobe Express - A great, free Canva alternativeMock twitter debateExample: In this project, students will participate in a mock debate as if they were on the Twitter platform (now known as X). This exercise is designed to improve writing and argumentation skills in Spanish, as well as to encourage the ability to debate respectfully in a public setting. Students will not use real Twitter but will write their posts and comments as if they were on the platform. Debate Topic: "Should cities implement more bike lanes to encourage bicycle use?"Edtech: Create a template in Google slides that has images from real X posts with the words remove. Students insert text boxes on top of those blank spaces.At home science tik tok videoExample: Create a 1 minute to 3 minute (tiktok times) at-home science video and explain what is going on in the caption. For example, Slime is popular right now. Make the slime, film it, write a brief caption that explains the...

This week at NSTA: The Bus Stop - Executive Director Curt Macysyn is joined by Wes Platt, Publisher and Editor of South Point Access News, previously of School Bus Fleet. Wes outlines his new publication South Point Access News and what inspired him to found this news outlet. Wes recounts his time in the school transportation industry and highlights what he learned from the industry. Wes forecasts some trends he sees coming to the industry. Lastly, Wes provides some local commentary on the upcoming Presidential Election in the swing state of North Carolina. Become a subscriber and listen to a new episode of NSTA: The Bus Stop every week - targeted advertising packages are available too!Support the Show.

This week at NSTA: The Bus Stop - Executive Director Curt Macysyn is joined by Steve Whaley, Alternative Fuels Manager, Blue Bird. Steve delves into his background and the road from School Teacher to Alternative Fuels. The duo highlight different alternative fuels options and the operational situations where they could be a fit for an operator. Steve then outlines what considerations need to be taken into account when considering a switch to alternative fuels. Lastly, the pair discuss the upcoming alternative fuels session which Steve will be participating in at the 2024 NSTA Annual Meeting and Convention in Nashville, TN.. Become a subscriber and listen to a new episode of NSTA: The Bus Stop every week - targeted advertising packages are available too!Support the Show.

This week at NSTA: The Bus Stop - Executive Director Curt Macysyn is joined by Matt Jandrisavitz, Partner, RC Kelly Law Associates . Matt outlines his background and what led him to RC Kelly Law and the school bus industry.  Matt and Curt discuss the recent reclassification of Marijuana by the United States Department of Justice. The duo outline what Contractors should know about this recent change. Become a subscriber and listen to a new episode of NSTA: The Bus Stop every week - targeted advertising packages are available too!Support the Show.

This week at NSTA: The Bus Stop - Executive Director Curt Macysyn is joined by Tommy Smith, COO, Suffolk Transportation Service, President, New York School Bus Contractors Association. Tommy outlines his background and talks about growing up in the industry. Tommy highlights some recent advocacy initiatives of the New York School Bus Contractors Association. The duo discuss recent trends in the industry and Tommy looks into the future for some changes he sees coming to the industry. Become a subscriber and listen to a new episode of NSTA: The Bus Stop every week - targeted advertising packages are available too!Support the Show.

This week at NSTA: The Bus Stop - Executive Director Curt Macysyn is joined by Sam Davidson, CEO, Nashville Entrepreneur Center, Sam will be featured as the Keynote Speaker for the 2024 NSTA Annual Meeting and Convention in Nashville, TN on July 22, 2024. Sam outlines his background and extensive experience in the start up realm. Curt and Sam discuss the recent boom that Nashville has seen over the past 15 years. Sam highlights the resources and tools that entrepreneurs are offered at the Nashville Entrepreneur Center. Lastly, Sam provides a sneak peak of his Keynote Session. Become a subscriber and listen to a new episode of NSTA: The Bus Stop every week - targeted advertising packages are available too!Support the Show.

This week at NSTA: The Bus Stop - Executive Director Curt Macysyn is joined by Tim DeFoor, Auditor General of Pennsylvania. Tim recaps his background and his appearance at the 2023 NSTA Annual Meeting and Convention in Pittsburgh, PA. The duo outlines the transformation of the Auditor General's Office, specifically the evolution of school audits. Tim highlights his recent initiative taking him across the Commonwealth to meet with County Controllers and the importance of local government. Lastly, Tim gives a glimpse into what he has been streaming and some food recommendations.  Become a subscriber and listen to a new episode of NSTA: The Bus Stop every week - targeted advertising packages are available too!Support the Show.

Welcome to "Energy Sector Heroes," where we spotlight the trailblazers shaping the future of energy. I'm Michelle Fraser, your host, and today, we have the privilege of welcoming Andy Brooks, Director of New Ventures at the North Sea Transition Authority (NSTA), to our show.Andy's journey exemplifies a commitment to innovation and progress within the energy landscape. With a background deeply rooted in operational and leadership roles within industry giants like Ithaca, CNR, and BP, Andy brings a wealth of experience to his current role at NSTA. His tenure at the forefront of operations in Aberdeen, coupled with his expertise in chemical/process engineering, underscores his unique perspective on the energy transition.As Director of New Ventures, Andy is spearheading initiatives at NSTA that are driving the North Sea towards a sustainable future. From stakeholder management to navigating complex commercial agreements, Andy's leadership is instrumental in shaping the trajectory of the industry.Join us as we explore Andy's journey, his insights into the evolving energy landscape, and his vision for a more resilient and sustainable future. Welcome to "Energy Sector Heroes," where every conversation ignites inspiration and progress.

This week at NSTA: The Bus Stop - Executive Director Curt Macysyn is joined by Bill Loshbough, Execuwest Consultants, Safety Competition Chair. Bill and Curt discuss the upcoming 2024 International School Bus Driver Safety Competition, which will be held from June 29-30, 2024 at Hays CISD in Austin, TX.  Bill recounts the history and evolution of the Competition. The duo then discussed the benefits of moving the Competition to a permanent location at Hays CISD. Bill provides an overview of some of the recent eligibility changes that have been made to encourage more drivers to compete. Become a subscriber and listen to a new episode of NSTA: The Bus Stop every week - targeted advertising packages are available too!Support the Show.

This week at NSTA: The Bus Stop - Executive Director Curt Macysyn is joined by John Benish, Jr, COO, Cook-Illinois Corporation and Jenna Higgins Rose, Bio Fuels Project Leader. John and Jenna join the podcast to discuss Biodiesel and its benefits. They discuss the difference between other alternative fuels such as propane and natural gas. John outlines how Biodiesel has become a valuable part of his operations.  Become a subscriber and listen to a new episode of NSTA: The Bus Stop every week - targeted advertising packages are available too!Support the Show.

This week at NSTA: The Bus Stop - A special edition as Executive Director Curt Macysyn is joined by Kevin Bangston, President & CEO, of longtime NSTA Partner, Thomas Built Buses. Kevin outlines his background and years of experience in the industry. Kevin and Curt discuss the longstanding partnership between NSTA and Thomas Built Buses. The duo highlights the school bus industry leading the way into electrification. Lastly, Kevin shares his thoughts on what is to come to the industry over the next several years . Become a subscriber and listen to a new episode of NSTA: The Bus Stop every week - targeted advertising packages are available too!Support the Show.

This week at NSTA: The Bus Stop - Executive Director Curt Macysyn is joined by Tony Civitella, President and CEO, Transfinder, an NSTA Vendor Partner. Tony highlights Tranfinder's Top Transportation Team Award. Tony outlines the importance of recognizing transportation teams for the important work they do. The duo discuss how to participate and how winners will be recognized. Lastly, Tony talks about the Transfinder Annual Client Summit, held for the first time since 2019 in San Antonio, TX.  Become a subscriber and listen to a new episode of NSTA: The Bus Stop every week - targeted advertising packages are available too!Support the Show.

This week at NSTA: The Bus Stop - Executive Director Curt Macysyn is joined by Linda Neff, Executive Director - School Transportation, Keystone Insurers Group, an NSTA Royalty Partner. Linda provides an overview of the current insurance market. The duo delve into the difference between soft and hard markets.  Linda outlines the evolution of the insurance market over the past twenty year.  Lastly, the duo cover what changes will be seen in insurance with the introduction of AI. Become a subscriber and listen to a new episode of NSTA: The Bus Stop every week - targeted advertising packages are available too!Support the Show.

This week at NSTA: The Bus Stop - Executive Director Curt Macysyn is joined by Frank Girardot, Senior Director of Communications at  BYD | RIDE. Curt and Frank highlight the recent NSTA visit to BYD | RIDE Headquarters in Pasadena, CA. The duo outline the trip and discuss the successful partnership between BYD | RIDE and the Union at their Lancaster, CA manufacturing facility. Frank discusses the importance of their initiative on hiring individuals who face barriers to entering the workforce.  Lastly, Curt and Frank discuss some of their favorite films. Become a subscriber and listen to a new episode of NSTA: The Bus Stop every week - targeted advertising packages are available too!Support the show

In this episode, we explore the power of purposeful play in education. Join us as we discuss the importance of play in the learning process, the Connecticut legislation about play in elementary grades, and the benefits of purposeful play for students. We also delve into the Lego study that highlights the positive impact of play on learning in K-8 students.We emphasize the importance of putting kids in the driver's seat, exploring concepts, making connections, and conducting experiments. We also discuss how building models and using natural curiosity can help students learn effectively. We encourage teachers to allow kids to find their own solutions and provide time for them to share and discuss their thought process.We believe that purposeful play empowers students and reimagines the classroom experience. It allows everyone to find success and reach their full potential. We acknowledge the challenges of implementing purposeful play, but we emphasize the importance of engaging with the information, discussing it, and using ideas in different ways. We also highlight the need for teachers to experience playful learning firsthand and to receive ongoing professional learning. Finally, we discuss the role of principals in creating a culture of purposeful play in schools.Play is about being in the moment. Purposeful play happening when we get to the goal of learning. CT Legislation about play in elementary gradesOver-engineering vs. open ended play. Lego Study about K-8 students - play is a great way to help them learn. Students were more excited to go to school when they had play. Play can take so many different forms. Putting kids in the driver's seatExploring conceptsMaking connectionsExperimentsBuilding modelsUse natural curiosity. Allow kids to find their own solutionsTime to share and discuss how they got there. When we can really interact with the informationPurposeful play will empower us to reimagine the classroom experience. Everybody can find success with purposeful play. Everybody can reach the bar that is appropriate for them. The challenge is that it takes so long to do these other thingsEngage with the information, discussion, then use ideas in a different way. How we wrap them together really matters. It can feel uncomfortable to do something new. Teachers need the love and opportunities, too. Teachers deserve some playful learning, too. Give teachers that experience first as a learner, and here are tools for you to use as well. Ongoing professional learning.How to be a transformative principal? Think about where students are and how can we bring playful learning back to them. 2. Be thoughtful about what engagement really looks likeDr. Jenny Bio, Headshot & LEGO® Education Logo:  About Dr. Jenny Nash, Head of Education Impact, U.S., LEGO® Education: Dr. Jenny Nash serves as Head of Education Impact, U.S. for LEGO® Education, where she provides leadership in delivering meaningful learning experiences for students. As an advocate for playful hands-on learning, she is focused on instilling confidence in learning in students and teachers to build academic and 21st-century skills that will create active, collaborative, lifelong learners. She has worked in various levels of education, including as a middle and high school science teacher, professional development provider, and educational specialist. Dr. Jenny has presented at SXSW EDU, ISTE, CSTA, and NSTA among others; been quoted in publications such as Fast Company, TODAY, and District Administration; and was recognized as an Influential Woman in STEM and Tech.  Dr. Nash received her doctoral degree in curriculum and instruction from the University of Florida, along with her master's in teaching and bachelor's in accounting from Marshall University. Dr. Nash is based in Wisconsin and enjoys spending time with her husband and daughter and anything Disney.  We're thrilled to be sponsored by IXL. IXL's comprehensive teaching and learning platform for math, language arts, science, and social studies is accelerating achievement in 95 of the top 100 U.S. school districts. Loved by teachers and backed by independent research from Johns Hopkins University, IXL can help you do the following and more:Simplify and streamline technologySave teachers' timeReliably meet Tier 1 standardsImprove student performance on state assessments

This week at NSTA: The Bus Stop - Executive Director Curt Macysyn is joined by Alec Petrillo, Director of Advocacy and Membership Engagement. Curt and Alec highlight the upcoming 2024 NSTA Annual Meeting and Convention in Nashville, TN from July 21-24, 2024. The due discuss some of the evening events at the Conference such as the Welcome Reception at the Johnny Cash Museum and the President's Dinner at the Country Music Hall of Fame. Curt encourages listeners to nominate individuals for the 2024 NSTA Awards Program, which is currently open.   Become a subscriber and listen to a new episode of NSTA: The Bus Stop every week - targeted advertising packages are available too!Support the show

This week at NSTA: The Bus Stop - Executive Director Curt Macysyn Josh Blackmun, President of Eagle Wireless, an NSTA Vendor Partner. The duo delve into the Eagle Wireless safety management system for Krapf School Bus. Josh outlines strategies to improve safety and reduce loss runs. Curt and Josh discuss how "gamifying" driver behavior to improve safety habits.   Become a subscriber and listen to a new episode of NSTA: The Bus Stop every week - targeted advertising packages are available too!Support the show

This week at NSTA: The Bus Stop - Executive Director Curt Macysyn interviews Martin Staples, CEO of Transportant, an NSTA Vendor Partner Member. Martin delves into his background and what led him to Transportant. Martin outlines the current supply chain situation and its roots from the Covid-19 pandemic and current bottle necks. Martin and Curt outline some best practices for supply chain management. The duo cover the recent Key Bridge collapse in Baltimore, MD.  Become a subscriber and listen to a new episode of NSTA: The Bus Stop every week - targeted advertising packages are available too!Support the show

This week at NSTA: The Bus Stop - Executive Director Curt Macysyn wraps up the Celebration of Women's Month with Carina Noble, Senior Vice President of Communications and External Affairs, National Express, and Immediate Past President of NSTA. Carina highlights John Elliott, Sr. and the impact he had her career and her personally. Carina and Curt outline how the value of NSTA and the importance of being stronger together as Contractors work together for common goals in the industry. The duo then delve into the importance of the NSTA Advocacy Team, specifically the importance of the annual Capitol Hill Bus-In. Carina encourages NSTA Members to participate in the event, even if they haven't attended previously.  Lastly, Carina and Curt discuss the ongoing March Madness Tournaments for both the Men and Women's brackets.  Become a subscriber and listen to a new episode of NSTA: The Bus Stop every week - targeted advertising packages are available too!Support the show

This week at NSTA: The Bus Stop - Executive Director Curt Macysyn continues the celebration of Women's History Month as he interviews Shelly Hall, SVP of Health and Safety, Student Transportation of America. Shelly outlines her background and journey into the yellow bus industry. She recounts winning the NSTA Golden Merit Award this past summer at the 2023 NSTA Annual Meeting and Convention in Pittsburgh, PA. Shelly and Curt outline how the industry can attract more women. Lastly, Shelly offers advice to women currently in the industry. Become a subscriber and listen to a new episode of NSTA: The Bus Stop every week - targeted advertising packages are available too! Support the show

This week at NSTA: The Bus Stop - Executive Director Curt Macysyn kicks off the celebration of Women's History Month as he interviews Katie Stok, Segment Marketing Director from IC Bus. Katie outlines her journey in the industry and what led her to IC Bus. Katie highlights the Women in Navistar group and the impact that it has had on the company through its educational offerings. She then offers some advice for women interested in entering the transportation space. Lastly, the duo outline how the industry can attract more women. Become a subscriber and listen to a new episode of NSTA: The Bus Stop every week - targeted advertising packages are available too! Support the show

This week at NSTA: The Bus Stop -  NSTA Executive Director Curt Macysyn interviews Spencer Schiefelbein, Director, Channel Development at REI, a longtime NSTA Vendor Partner. Curt and Spencer delve into the impact of AI on the industry. The duo discuss the importance of having good data to work with when using AI. Spencer outlines the early impacts of AI in the industry and discusses how it could become more effective in the future. Become a subscriber and listen to a new episode every week - reasonable advertising packages are available too!Support the show

This week at NSTA: The Bus Stop - NSTA Executive Director is joined James Davis, Assistant Vice President - Passenger Transportation, National Interstate Insurance, an NSTA Vendor Partner. James provides insight on the current insurance landscape. The duo discuss strategies Contractor's can use to mitigate costs. James outlines some effective strategies Contractor's have employed to mitigate costs. Lastly, James and Curt highlight AI and its impact on the insurance industry.. Become a subscriber and listen to a new episode every week - reasonable advertising packages are available too!Support the show

This week at NSTA: The Bus Stop - NSTA Executive Director is joined Doug Campbell, National OEM Account Manager, School Bus and Co-Chair of the Safety Competition Committee. Doug and Curt cover the exciting news regarding the return of the School Bus Driver International Safety Competition. The Competition will be held from June 29-30, 2024 at Hays CISD in Austin, TX. The duo give some early details in the return of the competition and its importance to the industry.  Become a subscriber and listen to a new episode every week - reasonable advertising packages are available too!Support the show

This week at NSTA: The Bus Stop - NSTA Executive Director Curt Macysyn interviews  Dan Kobussen, Owner of Kobussen Buses, and NSTA President.  The duo recap the recent 2024 NSTA Midwinter Meeting, which took place at the Marriott Sanibel Harbour in Florida. The duo highlights the NSTA 60th Anniversary Luncheon and discuss the value of NSTA. Dan talks about the monthly NSTA Advocacy in Action Article in School Bus Fleet. Lastly, Dan discusses his recent testimony in Wisconsin on school bus safety issues.  Become a subscriber and listen to a new episode every week - reasonable advertising packages are available too!Support the show

This week at NSTA: The Bus Stop - TNSTA Executive Director is joined Dennis Roche, Co-Founder of Burbio a data tracking service. Dennis and Curt discuss trends in Elementary and Secondary School Emergency Relief Funds (ESSER), and how schools across the nation are spending . The duo discuss how Burbio has pivoted from tracking Covid-19 policies to different data points. Lastly, Dennis and Curt discuss the impact of the Inflation Reduction Act, and its impact on chargers across the country.  Become a subscriber and listen to a new episode every week - reasonable advertising packages are available too!Support the show

A special episode as NSTA: The Bus Stop  is Live from the Marriott Sanibel Harbout Resort & Spa - Executive Director Curt Macysyn interviews Tony Civitella, President and CEO of Transfinder, an NSTA Vendor Partner. Tony recaps the panel "Practice Makes Perfect: Successful Technology Deployment Happens Before Back-to-School". Tony and Curt discuss the importance of  what contractors should be looking for in new vendors. Tony discusses why contractors shouldn't only be picking up their software systems several times a year. Lastly, the duo highlight the importance of collaboration between contractors and vendors. Become a subscriber and listen to a new episode of NSTA: The Bus Stop every week - targeted advertising packages are available too! Support the show

Show Summary:Are you in need of some CPE credit hours or just wanting to attend some great learning opportunities for educators? In this episode, Natasha and Claire share a list of their favorite conferences happening in 2024 and they want you to join them! The list includes SEEC, STEM Con & Beyond, STEM4Innovation, NSTA and more! Also, learn about a chance to meet up with Natasha and Claire in person to celebrate 10 years of Vivify!Links from the Show:Related The STEM Space Podcast EpisodesEpisodes ft. STEM Con & Beyond's Kerry Tracy:- 24. Craft Projects vs. STEM (featuring Kerry Tracy)- 26. Making Time for STEM (featuring Kerry Tracy)111. How AI will Transform Education ft. André Thomas101. How ChatGPT Will Transform EducationVivify STEM Blog Posts 25 Year-Round STEM Task Cards for Building Bricks!Engineering in the Science ClassroomBest Free AI Tools for TeachersVivify STEM LessonsSemester STEM Units:- Mission to Moon- Mission to MarsYear-Round STEM Task Cards for Building BricksOther STEM ResourcesSTEM4Innovation (Jan 20, 2024)SEEC (Feb 8-10, 2024)- Vivify Meet-up (February 10, 2024, 12:00PM near NASA in Houston, TX). Fill out interest form here.STEM Con & Beyond (April 5-7, 2024)NSTA (March 20-23, 2024)ASEE Annual Conference (June 23-26, 2024)Space Port Area Conference for Educators (SPACE) (June 26-28, 2024)Quick TipsTHE STEM SPACE SHOWNOTESTHE STEM SPACE FACEBOOK GROUPVIVIFY INSTAGRAMVIVIFY FACEBOOKVIVIFY XVIVIFY TIKTOK

This week at NSTA: The Bus Stop - Executive Director Curt Macysyn interviews Maritza Valentin, Contract/Account Manager, AMF Bruns, an NSTA Vendor Partner. The duo discuss the importance of training in Special Needs Transportation. Maritza emphasizes the importance of parental engagement in special needs transportation. The duo outline. Martiza will be participating in the upcoming session " Change in the Paradigm: Parental Engagement in the Forefront" at the upcoming 2024 NSTA Midwinter Meeting!  Become a subscriber and listen to a new episode of NSTA: The Bus Stop every week - targeted advertising packages are available too! Support the show

This week at NSTA: The Bus Stop -  NSTA Executive Director Curt Macysyn interviews Sandi Steelhammer, NSTA Grants Administrator with RC Kelly Law Associates, NSTA Counsel . Sandi and Curt outline the most recent awards from the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) Clean School Bus Program. The duo outline the next steps Contractors should take if they were awarded funding. Sandi and Curt then delve into the 2023 Clean School Bus Rebate Program, which has an upcoming application deadline of January 31, 2024. Become a subscriber and listen to a new episode every week - reasonable advertising packages are available too!Support the show

In this episode, we hear from Larry Dukerich, one of the key people who developed modeling resources for chemistry instruction. He talks about how modeling changed the way he taught and expands on the three main ways that modeling differs from a traditional lecture-style classroom. Guest Larry Dukerich Larry Dukerich received his B.S. in Chemistry from Michigan State University and his Masters of Natural Science from Arizona State University. He taught high school chemistry and physics, including regular, honors and AP courses, in Michigan and Arizona for 34 years. He was a Woodrow Wilson Dreyfus Fellow in Chemistry in 1986 and a Presidential Awardee for Excellence in Science Teaching in 2000. Since 1995, he has conducted numerous summer workshops for physics and chemistry teachers as part of the Modeling Instruction Program at ASU, and later in Pennsylvania, N Carolina, Tennessee, New York City, Missouri, California and Colorado. He has also made presentations about and conducted workshops on Modeling Instruction at NSTA, ChemEd and BCCE conferences. He is one of the lead contributors to the curricular materials used in Modeling Instruction in chemistry. Highlights [11:00] If you go to a workshop, you're going to be exposed to a reform pedagogy, which is going to require you to change the way you manage your classroom. If you are looking for a way to improve your instruction then this is going to be something for you. [16:10] When you go to a workshop, teachers play the role of student as they run through the experiments, collecting data, analyzing it, having to interpret it, and explain what's going on. And same thing with worksheets, tests and quizzes, that sort of thing. And they get the feeling for how modeling instruction differs from their traditional classroom practice. [32:33] It's a culture, not a cult. I have just found, once I started teaching with modeling that I found the experience in the classroom much more satisfying. My students found the course enjoyable and wanted to take more science. Places that have been implementing modeling have seen science enrollment grow, an increase in the number of advanced courses that students take. It's something that I think people can be excited about. Resources Download Transcript Ep 51 Transcript Links [24:59] - Assessment of Basic Chemistry Concepts or “ABCC” AMTA members can download it (as well as the Excel item-analysis workbook) at the AMTA website, modelinginstruction.org , in the members-only section. Non-members can email Larry Dukerich: ldukerich@mac.com [26:33] – paper that Larry wrote for J. Chem Ed in 2015 (Users must log in to read the whole paper. The abstract is available without logging in)

Join us as we sit down with doctoral student and 2023 NSTA keynote speaker, Minerva Contreras. Listen as Minerva tells her science story, discusses the benefits of storytelling in science, and shares how diverse representation and inclusion in science opens doors for students.For more from Minerva, check out these resources:Watch the latest episode of Crash Course en Español, BiologíaCheck out the posters Eric's students made that highlight Minerva.Hear more of Minerva's story by tuning into her episode on Story Collider.Keep up to date with Minerva by following her on Instagram and Twitter.Catch Minerva in person at the 2023 NSTA National Conference.

Join me, as I sit down with Nic Granger, Director of Corporate and CFO of the North Sea Transition Authority (NSTA), to discuss her critical role in overseeing the transformation of the oil, gas, and carbon storage industries in the UK, and how she champions the intersection of tech, diversity, and agility within her organization. As a woman at the helm of digital transformation, Nic shares her fascinating journey into tech, sparked by her parents' purchase of a ZX Spectrum. She sheds light on how this early exposure ignited her passion for technology and eventually steered her into the pivotal position she occupies today. Throughout our conversation, we delve into the significant strides the NSTA is making in fostering a robust digital culture. Nic provides insights into its innovative initiatives, such as its digital academy, digital awareness sessions, and the digital ambassadors program, all of which aim to enhance digital literacy within the NSTA. We also touch on the crucial role diversity plays within the tech sector and how the NSTA is addressing this issue head-on. Through strategic recruitment and immersive storytelling sessions, they ensure a breadth of views, experiences, and ideas are brought to the table, enriching the overall innovation and problem-solving process. Nic takes us through the NSTA's successful implementation of Agile methodologies, underscoring how this has facilitated the swift launch of high-quality products and allowed for their constant improvement based on user feedback. Finally, we discuss the challenges and strategies involved in driving digital change. Nic shares how she equips other leaders to prioritize projects effectively and the importance of influencing boards and stakeholders on digital and data initiatives. She elaborates on how collaboration is a vital part of digitizing offshore energy in the UK and how the strategic repurposing of data can unlock significant value. Tune in if you're interested in digital transformations, agile leadership, and the digital future of the offshore energy sector.