Podcasts about rural schools

The GNS study found e coli at 20 schools, while other schools had problems with arsenic, mercury, lead and manganese levels. This can mean expensive repairs and maintenance, with more than 400 schools around the country relying on their own water supply rather than a town connection. Andrew King, the New Zealand Rural Schools Leadership Association president and the principal of Oropi school in the Bay of Plenty spoke to Lisa Owen.

Kenya's Maasai Mara is rugged, beautiful, and tough. Values are everything for the people who live in this rural countryside, On a trip to Kenya, I had the opportunity to visit The Mara.  The intelligence and grit of the young people there blew me away! I met incredibly driven young women determined to uplift their families from poverty. Carol Moraa is giving them that opportunity. She's the founding principal of Kisaruni Girls High School and Provost for Legacy College.I wanted to ask Carol where her kids find the motivation to willingly sign up for 18-hour school days. It turns out when learning is a choice, not an obligation, it's possible to build schools where cultural values and community are at the heart of what people do.This...is A Bit of Optimism. For more on Carol and her work, check out:Legacy CollegeKisaruni Girls High School

Today on the show - 0.00 - Scaring The Shit Outta Mel 3.29 - Who Do Ya Trust 11.47 - Betcha Leaderboard 14.29 - Rural Schools 25.14 - Duct Tape  31.20 - Injured Before you Started 40.36 - Brad The Boss Does Pearl Jam 45.46 - Boat Ramp Final Boss 60.22 - Halloween Plans

We interviewed Annette Logsdon-Rodriguez of Proximity Learning and discussed the teacher shortage issues within Rural Education and how companies like Proximity Learning meet these challenges through synchronous online learning. We talk about the challenges of finding qualified teachers to meet the unique needs of rural school districts, particularly in remote areas. This is particularly challenging given the curricular needs of schools around ESL, specific content areas, and ADA. We discuss the variety of supports Proximity Learning provides to fill those gaps. We discussed the ways funding can be used to support these initiatives. This is an excellent podcast for administrators seeking alternative approaches to address talent management and addressing the teacher shortage. Annette Rodriguez Bio Annette Logsdon-Rodriguez joined Proximity Learning in 2022 to focus uniquely on solutions for Public Schools as the Sr. Director of School Partnerships and Sales. Annette is a PreK-16 industry executive with deep cross-functional expertise at the intersection of teaching & learning, innovative technologies and solution development. She brings a comprehensive understanding of effectively providing complex solutions to school districts supporting the combined needs of Human Resources, Curriculum and Instruction, Professional Learning, and Special Education. Prior to joining the Proximity Learning team, Annette has a breadth of experience in the Education arena. She started her career as an ESL/bilingual teacher at Kaufman ISD, a rural Texas district, and continued teaching in Texas Public Schools for 7 years. A growing passion for authentic and meaningful integration of technology in her own teaching practice launched her into leadership roles in several leading EdTech companies including Apple Computer, Teachscape and Frontline Education. She has greatly enjoyed providing and overseeing services at every level of the PreK-16 spectrum, empowering educators to prepare students for success through innovative practices, effective instruction and the ever-evolving use of technology. LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/annette-logsdon-rodriguez/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/proximity-learning/mycompany/ Instagram: proximitylearning annette_rodriguez_pli X @ProxLearning @LogsdonAnnette

So far this year, 176 routes have been or are being reviewed by the Ministry of Education; 21 have been cut and 11 have been replaced with different routes or combined with others. Otago schools have been hit hard by the charges, for some came in during the third term. To get Ministry funded school transport assistance, there must be 8 or more students using the bus and they have to go to a state or state integrated school within a certain distance. But the Ministry said the primary responsbility to for transporting kids to school rests with caregivers. Colin McHutchon, principal of Heriot school spoke to Lisa Owen.

More than 4,800 students are considered homeless in Nebraska, and school districts can do only so much to help. Many rely on partnerships with local organizations to support student needs outside of school.

More than 4,800 students are considered homeless in Nebraska, and school districts can do only so much to help. Many rely on partnerships with local organizations to support student needs outside of school.

Let's get food on the table. That's the message from a mom and school lunch volunteer in St. Joseph's. She has ideas on how the government can spend the millions of federal dollars now allocated for school food programs. (On the Go's Jo-Ann Dooley with Petrina Daley)

A mom and volunteer in St. Joseph's says rural schools aren't getting fair access to student lunch programs... but she hopes new federal money will change that. (On the Go's Jo-Ann Dooley with Petrina Daley)

What if kids spent less time studying for exams and more time learning by doing, by getting their hands dirty outside of the classroom? This became true in a rural Chinese county, but years later, the education experiment was labeled a 'failure.' But was it really a failure, or a glimpse into a future that society isn't ready for? On the show: Heyang, Steve Hatherly & Yushun

As summer draws to a close, teachers across Oregon are readying lesson plans for the start of a new school year. But for school districts in rural parts of the state, budgetary constraints may mean that arts literacy and the benefits it offers students aren’t included in the curriculum.  Since 2020, the Sitka Center for Art and Ecology on the central Oregon coast has been helping fill that need through a monthly youth arts program. It originally served 500 students at two schools in Tillamook County. Oregon ArtsWatch recently reported on the expansion of the program which is launching this fall with a new name, K-8 Create, to serve more than 5,000 students across 17 schools on the coast, from Astoria to Waldport. Ninety-five percent of the students qualify for free or reduced meals and for many, Sitka’s monthly lessons offer the only art instruction they get at school. Alison Dennis is the executive director of the Sitka Center for Art and Ecology. Leeauna Perry is Sitka’s youth program director. They join us to talk about the impact the K-8 Create program is having in rural coastal communities. 

Two Mississippi universities are partnering together to help rural schools achieve education goals.Then, hundreds of rural road and bridge projects have been funded recently, but officials say there are many more that need money to move forward. And from the Gulf States Newsroom; a Dollar General worker in New Orleans talks about the company's $12 million safety violation settlement. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Community News and Interviews for the Catskills & Northeast Pennsylvania

In this replay episode of Build Momentum, we are joined by Michael Gonzalez, executive director of the Rural Schools Innovation Zone out of Premont,Texas. He was also a former principal at Premont Collegiate High School. This is the first episode in a four-part series focusing on rural collaboratives that are developing opportunities for students in specialized career pathways.Some Questions I Ask:What is the Rural Schools Innovation Zone? (01:16)Please tell us more about the three school corporations involved. (07:06)What are the challenges and successes in dealing with the higher education system? (09:27)How do you recommend the funding model to other education organizations and districts? (12:58)What are the outcomes of the zone and how are you growing this? (16:59)How do you address the potential barrier of transportation? (22:01)What about other logistics like bell schedules? (24:12)What advice can you give to school leaders about starting a real collaborative? (26:08)How do you share your story to the community and the whole educational sphere? (27:45)In This Episode, You Will Learn:All about the Rural Schools Innovation Zone (01:31)The participating schools (07:41)The successes and challenges in dealing with the higher education system (09:49)Recommendations for the funding model (13:10)Student outcomes and growth (17:31)Ideas for handling transportation  (22:10)Making the logistics work (24:48)Mike's advice to school leaders looking to start a collaborative (26:17)His way of sharing this story to the community (27:59)Quotes:“Be a champion for your community. Be a champion for the kids that are there that are underserved for a wide variety of reasons, whether it be resources or parity or scarcity, whatever the right word is. The local champions need to come to the forefront [and] advocate for the right things to do for kids. Start with your local school boards, your principals, your students, your superintendents, and then take it to the next step from there.”“You can live in your community and take advantage of other resources and other programs away from your community but come back and still have community pride.”“I'm trying to get to those organizations that reach the older members of the community that don't have kids in school so they can understand what we're doing, because they're the ones going out and voting.”Stay in touch with Michael:RSISZ WebsiteLinkedInEmail: mgonzalez@thersisz.orgText: (361)-522-0261Stay in touch with Sarah Williamson:Free Case Study GuideSWPR GROUP WebsiteLinkedInStay in touch with Sarah Williamson:Free Case Study GuideSWPR GROUP WebsiteLinkedInStay in touch with Chad Bolser:LinkedInAbout "The Secret to Transformational Leadership," which Sarah co-authored with Dr. Quintin Shepherd:Transformational Leadership Secret websitePurchase the print or ebook

In this episode of the Learning Can't Wait podcast, host Hayley Spira-Bauer returns to the Rural Education mini-series with a conversation featuring Richard Wright, superintendent of Agua Dulce ISD, and Michael Gonzalez, executive director of the Rural School Innovation Zone (RSIZ). They discuss the unique challenges and innovative solutions in rural education, emphasizing the importance of community support and collaboration. Richard and Michael highlight how rural communities come together to share resources and expertise through the RSIZ, enhancing educational opportunities despite limited resources. They stress the crucial role of technology in making education accessible in remote areas and discuss how the COVID-19 pandemic accelerated tech adoption. Both guests share their personal journeys and offer advice to aspiring rural school leaders: step out of comfort zones, champion students, and embrace resilience and determination. This episode showcases the collaborative spirit and innovation that define rural education, illustrating how these attributes create exceptional opportunities in challenging environments. Join us every Tuesday at fullmindlearning.com/podcast. Next week, we continue our Rural Education mini-series with Conrad Cantu and Mike Barrera discussing why they're in love with rural America.

School districts like Western Local in southern Ohio received millions of dollars in federal COVID relief aid. As those funds dry up, they face looming cuts.

4/16/24: John Pucci: Trump's trial. THE Mash-up: Y@H, Pride Chorus, Children's Choir & The Best Thing Ever. The monthly Comedy Quiz w/ Happier Valley Comedy. Mohawk Trail Regional School District. Poetry & song with Rich & Marisa Michelson & Kinga Cserjési, coming to Bombyx.

Instructional programs for ELLs looks different from district to district and state to state.In this episode of Equipping ELLs, we are delving into the pivotal role of consortium consultants in bolstering ESL education in under-resourced rural areas. Hosted by Beth Vaucher, this episode features education consultants Jessie Bloyd and Natalie Briscoe as they shed light on the consortium's mission and the significance of cadres. A consortium, as explained by our guests, represents a collaborative effort among educational professionals, pooling resources and expertise to address the unique challenges faced by ESL learners in rural settings. Cadres, specialized teams within the consortium, play a vital role in offering tailored support to these under-staffed areas. Through targeted curriculum development, teacher training, and community engagement initiatives, cadres ensure that ESL education is not just accessible but also effective in school districts of all shapes and sizes. Tune in to learn how these concerted efforts are reshaping ESL education outcomes in rural school districts!Resources: ⁠⁠⁠Join the Equipping ELLs MembershipShop our TpT Store

Do you feel like you're running an 'unwinnable race' this time of the school year? In this episode, Steph provides an excerpt of her recent keynote speech for the Lone Star State School Counselor Association Rural Route School Counselors Conference to highlight the importance of self-care, setting achievable goals, and the profound impact counselors have on their students' lives.**********************************Our goal at School for School Counselors is to help school counselors stay on fire, make huge impacts for students, and catalyze change for our roles through grassroots advocacy and collaboration. Listen to get to know more about us and our mission, feel empowered and inspired, and set yourself up for success in the wonderful world of school counseling.Hang out in our Facebook groupJump in, ask questions, share your ideas and become a part of the most empowering school counseling group on the planet! (Join us to see if we're right.)Join the School for School Counselors MastermindThe Mastermind is packed with all the things your grad program never taught you IN ADDITION TO unparalleled support and consultation. No more feeling alone, invisible, unappreciated, or like you just don't know what to do next. We've got you!Did someone share this podcast with you? Be sure to subscribe for all the new episodes!! Support the show

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This week's episode addresses some of the concerns of educators who seek resources not available at their own schools. Our host, Toni Myers, discusses the support offered to rural educators by Education Service Districts (ESDs) with her guest, Ayla Olson. Ayla is an Instruction Coach with the InterMountain ESD, serving twenty-one school districts in Morrow, Umatilla, Union, and Baker counties. Through ESDs, educators have access to support in four areas: programs for children with special needs, school improvement, technology support, and administrative services.  ESDs are especially designed to meet the needs of educators in rural areas who may have difficulty traveling to distant meetings and workshops. Instruction Coaches in the different areas travel regularly to each school and reach out to educators through newsletters, virtual meetings, and professional development summits. Listeners are encouraged to contact their region's ESD for support (find your school's ESD on the map linked below). The website for each ESD will include a calendar for professional development events and lists of free educator resources. Ayla assures us that all ESDs are open to questions and suggestions for future trainings   Resources: Education Service District  map (Find which ESD serves your school)     InterMountain ESD Instructional Coaches website   InterMountain ESD Calendar of Events    OEA Grow is a proud member of the Labor Radio Podcast Network

Season 12 of the OEA Grow podcast takes us to the less populated regions of our state, focusing on the Rural School Experience for Oregon students and educators. Our host, Toni Myers, teaches third through sixth grades at Keating Elementary, a rural two-room school in Baker City. Drawing on her eighteen years of experience in education, Toni will speak with educators around the state who work in rural communities. What are the particular concerns of these rural schools and the families they serve? How can educators state-wide support all our schools?  You may recognize this season's host, Toni Myers, for her work as president of the Baker Education Association in making Baker School District one of the highest paying districts in the state, raising the salary floor for certified teachers from $38,000 to $60,000. Listeners from both rural and urban school settings will definitely want to hear the ideas and suggestions posed by this long-time advocate for educators and students. She and the other educators of this season have helped change the landscape for the rural school experience. 

FEATURE: Governor's budget plan could cost rural schools millions of dollars in state aid

Today, we dive into the heart of the rural landscape to explore the charming yet challenging realities of small rural schools, which may be a lifeline for local kids. How are they dealing with the real struggle of keeping up with the big demands of modern education? Originally, a policy was implemented to reduce the number of rural schools with the aim of increasing efficiency and maximizing resources. What does the future hold for small rural schools now? On the show: Heyang, Yushun & Josh Cotterill]]>

In this episode of Build Momentum, we are joined by Michael Gonzalez, executive director of the Rural Schools Innovation Zone out of Premont,Texas. He was also a former principal at Premont Collegiate High School. This is the first episode in a four-part series focusing on rural collaboratives that are developing opportunities for students in specialized career pathways.Some Questions I Ask:What is the Rural Schools Innovation Zone? (01:16)Please tell us more about the three school corporations involved. (07:06)What are the challenges and successes in dealing with the higher education system? (09:27)How do you recommend the funding model to other education organizations and districts? (12:58)What are the outcomes of the zone and how are you growing this? (16:59)How do you address the potential barrier of transportation? (22:01)What about other logistics like bell schedules? (24:12)What advice can you give to school leaders about starting a real collaborative? (26:08)How do you share your story to the community and the whole educational sphere? (27:45)In This Episode, You Will Learn:All about the Rural Schools Innovation Zone (01:31)The participating schools (07:41)The successes and challenges in dealing with the higher education system (09:49)Recommendations for the funding model (13:10)Student outcomes and growth (17:31)Ideas for handling transportation  (22:10)Making the logistics work (24:48)Mike's advice to school leaders looking to start a collaborative (26:17)His way of sharing this story to the community (27:59)Quotes:“Be a champion for your community. Be a champion for the kids that are there that are underserved for a wide variety of reasons, whether it be resources or parity or scarcity, whatever the right word is. The local champions need to come to the forefront [and] advocate for the right things to do for kids. Start with your local school boards, your principals, your students, your superintendents, and then take it to the next step from there.”“You can live in your community and take advantage of other resources and other programs away from your community but come back and still have community pride.”“I'm trying to get to those organizations that reach the older members of the community that don't have kids in school so they can understand what we're doing, because they're the ones going out and voting.”Stay in touch with Michael:RSISZ WebsiteLinkedInEmail: mgonzalez@thersisz.orgText: (361)-522-0261Stay in touch with Sarah Williamson:Free Case Study GuideSWPR GROUP WebsiteLinkedInStay in touch with Chad Bolser:LinkedInAbout "The Secret to Transformational Leadership," which Sarah co-authored with Dr. Quintin Shepherd:Transformational Leadership Secret websitePurchase the print or ebook

Over the 2020 to 2050 period, Michigan's school-age population is expected to fall from 1.58 million to 1.48 million children. This will fuel a continuation of a two-decades-long decline in the number of students enrolled in public schools. As individual schools confront further enrollment declines and the exhaustion of one-time federal COVID relief aid at the end of 2024, many will face the prospect of whether to close buildings with lower enrollments to ensure their long-term fiscal stability.

Julia Cunningham, the U.S. Department of Education's Director of Rural Engagement, attended the National Forum to Advance Rural Education conference to connect with rural advocates and share federal efforts like the new Career Connected High School grant program. This program funds career pathways and work-based learning to provide rural students with more local career opportunities. Cunningham noted the optimism, alignment, and collaborative spirit across the rural education community in spaces like this. If she had a "magic wand," Cunningham would ensure every rural school could become a fully-funded community school offering healthcare, food, and other wraparound supports less accessible in remote areas. People can learn more by subscribing to Cunningham's monthly Rural School and Community Updates newsletter and emailing her at Julia.Cunningham@ed.gov. Michael Crosa helps people across the US to create, distribute, and monetize their podcasts. Learn more at Chattanooga Podcast Studios dot com. He is also the head of the PodNooga Network which can be found on Instagram and Facebook at PodNooga.

Jan. 25, 2024 - Rural Schools Association of New York State Executive Director David Little warns that the governor's budget proposal is bad news for more than 300 school districts because of changes to inflation calculations and cuts to a "hold harmless" fund.

Small rural schools often face challenges in providing diverse career training opportunities for their students. Limited resources and infrastructure can hinder students from gaining exposure to high-demand, high-wage positions upon graduation. Recognizing the need for a transformative solution, McCamey ISD, in collaboration with three other districts, took a bold step to kick off the Permian Basin Innovation Zone (PBIZ). This initiative stems from the belief that every student, regardless of their school's size or location, should have access to quality career training. PBIZ is not just an ordinary program; it's a Texas Education Agency (TEA) backed initiative that goes beyond traditional boundaries. The program is designed to facilitate collaboration among small rural schools, allowing them to pool resources, share students, and even exchange staff. This collaborative effort aims to create a dynamic learning environment that mirrors the real-world demands of the workforce. PBIZ breaks down the barriers that often limit rural students. By collaborating with neighboring districts, schools can offer a broader range of trades and vocational programs. This enables students to explore and graduate with valuable skills that align with high-demand and high-wage positions in the job market. PBIZ isn't just about providing technical skills; it's a holistic approach to education that considers the unique needs of rural communities. By fostering collaboration, PBIZ ensures that students not only receive quality training but also gain a broader perspective on the career opportunities available to them. In this episode, learn about the transformative impact of PBIZ on rural education, gain insights into Mr. Valencia's journey and his efforts to enhance learning opportunities, and explore Elizabeth Hegi's expertise in education technology and creating innovative learning environments.   Mr. Michael Valencia is the Superintendent of McCamey Independent School District.  He has served in various positions throughout his 22 year educational career. Michael began his career with Pecos Barstow Toyah ISD as a teacher and coach. He is married to his wife Ashley, and together, they share six wonderful children. Elizabeth Hegi is with Kay-Twelve and has over 17 years experience working with school districts in Texas in the Education Technology, School Photography and Yearbook industries. Most recently she partnered with school districts to provide technology solutions to their campuses. She is excited to continue partnering with schools to assist them in creating more unique, collaborative, and effective learning spaces. She has lived and worked in the Houston area most of her life, and now resides in New Braunfels with her husband and three children.   Learn more about Michael Valencia: McCamey ISD Website: https://www.mcisd.esc18.net/ Michael's LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-valencia-987b448b/   Learn more about Elizabeth Hegi: Kay-Twelve's Website: https://www.kay-twelve.com/ Elizabeth's LinkedIn Profile: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elizabeth3302/   Learn more about creating better learning environments at www.Kay-Twelve.com. Kevin Stoller is the host of the Better Learning Podcast and Co-Founder of Kay-Twelve, a national leader for educational furniture. Find out more about Kevin at https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinstoller/ For more episodes of the Better Learning Podcast, visit https://www.betterlearningpodcast.com/   Episode 162 of the Better Learning Podcast Kevin Stoller is the host of the Better Learning Podcast and Co-Founder of Kay-Twelve, a national leader for educational furniture. Learn more about creating better learning environments at www.Kay-Twelve.com.   Who made this episode possible? Association for Learning Environments (A4LE) - https://www.a4le.org/ Education Leaders' Organization - https://www.ed-leaders.org/ Second Class Foundation - https://secondclassfoundation.org/

Allen Pratt, Executive Director, National Rural Education Association and Dr. Jerry Johnson Professor of Educational Leadership at ECU and Co-Author of 2023 "Why Rural Matters" both join the show talking if Missouri's lower level of rural school funding impacts students.     Credit: © ANP

Take a trip with Country Life to Auckland's northernmost school, Tomarata School, where kids are found tending to chickens and planting fruit trees.

In this edition of The Conversation Hour we look at why schools matter to regional and remote communities and discuss what needs to happen to ensure they attract and retain teachers.

Concern about a gap between urban and rural students at med schools.   Research from Auckland University has found that rural students had a 15% lower University Entrance rate, creating barriers for them to get into medicine.   Paper lead Author Kyle Eggleton says it's due to fewer resources and higher socioeconomic depravation.  He said that in urban areas you're more likely to have single-sex schools and private schools, and they tend to be less deprived, which leads to better outcomes.  LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of the Getting Smart Podcast Nate McClennen is joined by Sharon Laidlaw, Director of Place Network at Teton Science Schools, to discuss place-based education, a movement that was articulated in the 1990's and now has become a centerpiece of education innovation everywhere.  This movement is rekindling purposeful and agency filled learning experiences for young people. And while not explicitly named as place-based, these learning experiences that are unbundled, project-based, and real-world  grounded in the tools of competencies and personalized approaches ALL fit within the place-based paradigm - using learning to engage the real world around real experiences and challenges - and this approach teaches critical skills that are a priority for an increasingly disconnected and complicated world.  Links:  The Place Network Tetons Science Schools  Sharon Laidlaw New Schools Venture Fund Roundrock Black Parents Association  Gallup Poll  

REMIX Household Science in Rural Schools. Hey friends, so sadly I've been fairly ill the last week or so. I've been completely unable to record as my voice is wrecked. But I don't want to leave you hanging so I've gone back to the archives and pulled this popular boring episode out of May 2021. I've decided to take this opportunity to reset how I do the podcast, so for the rest of September I will be digging in the archives as I start to do some pre-emptive recording so that I don't get caught unawares and unprepared in the future. Apologies for something with very traditional gender roles baked in, but this is an interesting mix of stunningly boring and good advice for everyone trying to keep house. Even if the advice on how to maintain a coal stove isn't exactly pertinent.   But hey, at least you'll get a good night's rest. Story (03:19)  Need help with a Podcast? Do you want to start a podcast and you'd like some help with the fiddly tasks and processes? And would you like some help to ensure your podcast is the highest possible quality. I do podcast admin and editing. Before you do anything, get hold of me and let's chat about how I can make your podcasting journey as smooth as possible. Drop me a line at dave@brightvoxaudio.com or check out my site at https://brightvoxaudio.com/ Episode edits start at $15! So it's crazy good value SleepPhones, our exciting new partnership In our experience the best way to experience the bedtime stories of Sleepy Time Tales is with some type of headphone or earbud, but they can be cumbersome and uncomfortable. So we've partnered SleepPhones, manufacturers of headphones designed specifically to sleep in! They use a thin speaker fitted to a comfortable headband and have options from the cost effective wired headphones to the convenient Bluetooth model and will work with Sleepy Time Tales to improve your night's sleep. Use the below link to shop, and support Sleepy Time Tales https://sleepytimetales.net/sleepphones Sleepy Time Tales Merch and Stuff I've been putting up a lot of new designs on Teepublic Not all of the designs are Sleepy Time Tales branded, actually most aren't, so you can support the podcast without needing to emblazon the logo on yourself.

After well over a century, a rural school is closing its doors today. A victim, its principal says, of the cost of living. Papatawa School, near the Manawatu Gorge, had just two pupils return this year, so a decision was made to shut. Jimmy Ellingham reports.

Wiliam Crawley and guests discuss the issue surrounding rural schools in Northern Ireland

With Larry Crowder, Executive Director of the Montana Rural Education Association. The post School Bells Ring-in a New Rural School Year first appeared on Voices of Montana.

California has not been spared from the national teacher shortage. The state Department of Education reported more than 10,000 teacher vacancies during the 2021-2022 school year, and Los Angeles Unified School District has 450 teacher openings for this new school year. But shortages are particularly acute in rural communities: Alturas Elementary School, in northern California's Modoc County, is missing a quarter of its necessary teaching staff. From retention to credentialing requirements to logistically impossible state mandates, the problems plaguing Modoc are common among rural districts. We'll talk about the problems California's rural school districts are facing in the new school year and hear potential solutions. Related link(s): ‘No one is coming to our rescue': Inside rural California's alarming teacher shortage Low-income students are more likely to be in classrooms with underqualified teachers Guests: Hailey Branson-Potts, staff writer, Los Angeles Times - who reported the piece, "‘No one is coming to our rescue': Inside rural California's alarming teacher shortage" Lisa Pruitt, professor, UC Davis School of Law - whose work focuses on rural communities Tom O'Malley, superintendent, Modoc Joint Unified School District in Alturas, CA Laurel Rulison, kindergarten teacher, Alturas Elementary in Modoc County

In one superintendent's case, he's increased the number of high school graduates and students who attend college.

Mark Walters of Armed American Radio, joins Marc on 2A Tuesday to discuss Biden Administration is cracking down on schools that have youth shooting sports as well as  Bass Pro not allowing a man to purchase a gun even though he qualified for the purchase.

Nearly three years ago, the Creek fire devastated the community of Big Creek and the town's only elementary school.

According to the Rural School and Community Trust, 9.3 million students in the United States attended a school in a rural district in 2019. That means nearly one in five American students attends a rural school. Yet delivering high-quality education in these areas can be difficult. What are some of the challenges rural schools face? Which teaching and enrichment tools can enhance rural students' experience? And… How can government officials create better access and equity for students in rural areas? This week, Kevin is joined by Oklahoma Governor Kevin Stitt to discuss how we can improve and support rural schools.

On today's show, a fellowship program is working to address a shortage of administrators and leaders within high-poverty, rural school districts. Plus, a dispute over drag performances pushes NWA Pride to move venues, we dig into a forecast of the Arkansas economy, hear a new episode of Sound Perimeter and get an overview of upcoming live music in our region.

Aimée Tinkler, President Elect of The Chartered College of Teaching and small schools advocate, joins me to discuss their unique context. Tune in to find out how they can be truly flourishing communities with so many odds stacked against them.

Montana has faced a staggering teacher shortage for years, especially schools in rural areas and on Native American reservations. The pandemic brought new urgency and new ideas for how to ease the crisis, including a new program that hopes to inspire the next generation of teachers. Stan Parker reports for Montana PBS. PBS NewsHour is supported by - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/about/funders

Adrian Moore, Vice-President of the Reason Foundation, talks about school choice trends across the nation, how marijuana decriminalization is going, the anti-monopoly issue, and, as a Florida native, his take on Gov. Ron DeSantis.

This episode is completely dedicated to our colleagues who experience the difficulties (and joys!) of teaching in small schools and rural schools. Their experiences are full of unique social and educational challenges ... and it's important for college students, teachers in larger schools, and administrators, to understand these special circumstances. Brad and Erin are both both products of small-school music education programs. Our guest, Andy Nelson (Milaca Public Schools) had dedicated his life to rural education. Hear firsthand stories about both the unique challenges of being a small-school music educator. And, hopefully, there will be a part two. Because we are only scratching the surface! ... Find us on any podcasting app or stream in us on the web at www.anchor.fm/band-in-minnesota Bradley Mariska and Erin Holmes, hosts EPISODE 48: ANDY NELSON

The attachment of rural communities to their local schools is intense. But that commitment may be fraying in a time of culture war, education populism and teacher shortages. Have You Heard visits western Kansas where rural school advocates are passionate about their local schools even as they fear for their future. Special guests: Matthew Clay, Krysten Clay, Stephanie Wick and Scott Gregory. The financial support of listeners like you keeps this podcast going. Subscribe on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/HaveYouHeardPodcast or donate on PayPal: https://www.paypal.me/haveyouheardpodcast