Podcasts about school boards

In the second part of a two-episode series, Dr. Janet Pilcher continues her conversation with Superintendent Rashon Hasan of Plainfield Public Schools. Drawing on his unique blend of education and business experience, Rashon shares advice on building powerful, transparent relationships between school boards and superintendents, emphasizing clarity, consistency, and communication.This episode addresses questions such as: How does a background in operations and finance influence an approach to leadership?What unique insights can be gained from serving as both a board president and a district superintendent?What strategies can superintendents and school boards use to intentionally foster collaborative and trusting relationships?Recommended Resources:  Achieve Sustainable Impact with Rounding and Surveys (Part 1), Working with the School Board, Strengthening School Board Collaboration to Drive District SuccessRead and study: Each episode of the podcast aligns with the tactics and principles of our host's book, Hardwiring Excellence in Education: The Nine Principles Framework. In conjunction with that book, you can join the mission to create great places to work, learn, and succeed by leading a book study with your leadership team for Hardwiring Excellence in Education. Our free, on-demand book study offers additional tools and resources created by Dr. Pilcher and our Studer Education leader coaches. Each chapter in the study also features exclusive interviews with influential education leaders sharing how they're making a difference in their districts and beyond.Order book here.Sign up for book study here.

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Iberia Parish School Board Superintendent Heath Hulin joins the Breakfast Club on Thursday mornings at 6:40 following School Board meetings.

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MDJ Script/ Top Stories for July 16th Publish Date:  July 16th    Commercial: From the BG Ad Group Studio, Welcome to the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast.    Today is Wednesday, July 16th and Happy Birthday to Will Ferrell I’m Keith Ippolito and here are the stories Cobb is talking about, presented by Times Journal Marietta School Board to consider vape detection, substitute teacher funding Acworth Book & Storytelling Festival is Aug. 23 Letter shows Cobb's threat to halt police services in Mableton All of this and more is coming up on the Marietta Daily Journal Podcast, and if you are looking for community news, we encourage you to listen and subscribe!  BREAK: INGLES 3 STORY 1: Marietta School Board to consider vape detection, substitute teacher funding The Marietta Board of Education is set to discuss installing Halo vape detection systems in Marietta High, Middle, and Woods-Wilkins Campus. These devices, costing up to $60,000 funded by grants, discreetly monitor air quality, alerting staff to harmful chemicals like nicotine. Superintendent Grant Rivera and his team aim to tackle vaping issues proactively. Additionally, the board will consider a $2.4M contract with Kelly Services for substitute staffing and appointing R.K. Redding Construction for Marietta High renovations, scheduled for summers 2026-2027, funded by SPLOST. STORY 2: Acworth Book & Storytelling Festival is Aug. 23 The Acworth Book & Storytelling Festival is set for Aug. 23, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., at The Roberts School in Acworth. Hosted by Acworth Cultural Arts, this free event features local and regional authors, professional storytellers, vendors, and a panel discussion themed “Ink & Echo: Writing the stories. Speaking the truth.” Keynote speaker Bren McClain, author of *One Good Mama Bone*, will join T.M. Brown in conversation. STORY 3: Letter shows Cobb's threat to halt police services in Mableton Mableton officials agreed to pay Cobb County $9.5 million for police and transportation services after the county threatened to halt them by June 1. Mayor Michael Owens said the city was forced into the deal to ensure public safety, despite concerns of "double taxation" for residents already paying county taxes. The agreement funds services until May 2026, with Mableton exploring a special service district to cover costs. While Cobb County claimed it wouldn’t abandon residents, a May 30 letter revealed threats to cease services if no deal was reached. The city council initially rejected the plan but later approved it after mediation. We have opportunities for sponsors to get great engagement on these shows. Call 770.799.6810 for more info.  We’ll be right back. Break: INGLES 3 STORY 4: Austell approves 158% property tax increase The Austell City Council approved a 158% property tax increase, raising the millage rate from 3.25 to 8.25 mills, despite strong opposition from residents. The hike, expected to double property tax revenue to $3.85 million, aims to stabilize finances and address a $1.6 million budget shortfall. Mayor Ollie Clemons defended the decision as necessary for the city’s future, while critics, including Council member Meredith Adams, opposed the sharp increase, citing its impact on residents, especially those on fixed incomes. Many residents blamed city leadership for financial mismanagement, while Clemons attributed the issues to inflation and past inaction. STORY 5: Cobb Water Authority manager talks fluoride, forever chemicals, costs Cole Blackwell, general manager of the Cobb County-Marietta Water Authority, emphasized proactive planning for water quality, affordability, and infrastructure reliability during a Kiwanis Club talk. The authority, sourcing water from Lake Allatoona and the Chattahoochee River, is addressing emerging contaminants like PFAS, though current levels remain safe. Inflation and rising construction costs have impacted operations, but costs are stabilizing, and the authority has a water supply sufficient through 2055. Blackwell reassured residents of continued fluoride use, compliance with regulations, and efforts to maintain reasonable water rates while ensuring future reliability. Break: STORY 6: Marietta man charged with stealing from Ford Elementary School Jamie Jr. Cline, 44, of Marietta, faces two theft charges for allegedly stealing a trailer and hay blower from Ford Elementary School in Acworth during separate incidents on June 29 and 30. According to police, Cline accessed the school by opening chained gates. Arrested on July 8, he was booked into the Cobb County Adult Detention Center and released the next morning on a $35,000 bond. STORY 7: Shaw Park Community Block Party is July 19 The Shaw Park Community Block Party will take place on July 19, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., at Gritters Library in Marietta. Hosted by Gritters Library, CobbWorks, and Cobb PARKS, this free, family-friendly event features a live DJ, inflatable games, face painting, bilingual storytime, and a Bollywood Dance Challenge. Food will be available for purchase from The Patty Wagon and King of Pops. The event aims to bring the community together and highlight local resources while celebrating the library’s recent reopening. We’ll have closing comments after this. Break: INGLES 3 Signoff-   Thanks again for hanging out with us on today’s Marietta Daily Journal Podcast. If you enjoy these shows, we encourage you to check out our other offerings, like the Cherokee Tribune Ledger Podcast, the Marietta Daily Journal, or the Community Podcast for Rockdale Newton and Morgan Counties. Read more about all our stories and get other great content at www.mdjonline.com Did you know over 50% of Americans listen to podcasts weekly? Giving you important news about our community and telling great stories are what we do. Make sure you join us for our next episode and be sure to share this podcast on social media with your friends and family. Add us to your Alexa Flash Briefing or your Google Home Briefing and be sure to like, follow, and subscribe wherever you get your podcasts. 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On this episode: Indiana recently became the fifth state to require partisan school board elections, changing from the nonpartisan format used by over 90% of school boards nationwide. Under the new law, candidates must run with party labels, joining four other states that mandate partisan elections while 41 states continue to require nonpartisan races. The policy change reflects ongoing discussions about school board election formats that have gained attention since the pandemic. Supporters of partisan elections argue that party labels provide voters with additional information about candidates' perspectives, while those favoring nonpartisan elections contend that removing party labels allows focus on local education issues. The debate highlights different approaches to structuring local elections, with some states allowing districts to choose their format and others maintaining uniform requirements statewide.More on the national landscape: https://ballotpedia.org/Rules_governing_party_labels_in_school_board_elections  Check out Indiana's new law: https://ballotpedia.org/Party_labels_in_Indiana_school_board_elections Complete a brief 5 minute survey to review the show and share some feedback: https://forms.gle/zPxYSog5civyvEKX6 Sign up for our Newsletters: https://ballotpedia.org/Ballotpedia_Email_Updates Stream "On the Ballot" on Spotify or wherever you listen to podcasts. If you have questions, comments, or love for BP, feel free to reach out at ontheballot@ballotpedia.org or on X (formerly Twitter) @Ballotpedia.*On The Ballot is a conversational podcast featuring interviews with guests across the political spectrum. The views and opinions expressed by them are solely their own and are not representative of the views of the host or Ballotpedia as a whole.

Lorri Sibley, a longtime Battle Ground educator, is running for District 1 on the School Board. Her platform focuses on academic success, community trust, and school safety, backed by decades of classroom and union leadership experience. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/veteran-educator-lorri-sibley-announces-campaign-for-battle-ground-school-board/ #LorriSibley #BattleGroundSchools #SchoolBoardElection #EducationLeadership #ClarkCounty #AcademicSuccess #SchoolSafety #CommunityTrust

Today’s Peoples Bank Let’s Talk Indianola features Superintendent Tara Paul about the most recent Indianola School Board meeting.

Northfield Public School District Superintendent Dr. Matt Hillmann goes over some topics from last night’s school board meeting, including the new fiscal year, a laptop refresh for teachers, sponsorship opportunities to help refresh athletic facilities, and more.

Northfield Public School District Superintendent Dr. Matt Hillmann goes over some topics from last night's school board meeting, including the new fiscal year, a laptop refresh for teachers, sponsorship opportunities to help refresh athletic facilities, and more.

In this episode of Rainy Day Recess, hosts Christie Robertson and Jasmine Pulido interview Sarah Clark, a current Seattle School Board member running to retain her seat in District 2, which encompasses northwest Seattle. Sarah discusses her background in education policy, her motivations for running, and the challenges the district faces, particularly regarding the budget and school safety. She emphasizes the importance of community involvement, coalition-building, and her vision for improving Seattle Public Schools. The episode also includes a student-recorded safety question from Rafael Brewer, highlighting the need for enhanced security measures in schools.Sarah's campaign website https://www.sarah4schoolboard.org/03:26 Reasons for running, then and now09:52 Budget12:56 Student Question15:59 One ThingSupport the showContact us at hello@rainydayrecess.org.Rainy Day Recess music by Lester Mayo, logo by Cheryl Jenrow.

District 2 Seattle School Board Candidate Kathleen SmithIn this episode of Rainy Day Recess, hosts Christie Robertson and Cherylynne Crowther interview Kathleen Smith, a candidate for the Seattle School Board District 2 seat. The conversation begins with lightning-round questions to quickly familiarize listeners with Smith, who is a data scientist at Microsoft. Smith shares her educational background, professional experience, and thoughts on the role of the school board. She emphasizes the importance of data-driven decision-making, community engagement, and finding a superintendent who genuinely listens to the community. Smith also discusses the challenges of balancing centralized control with school-based decision-making and advocates for clearer metrics to measure equity in education. Kathleen's campaign website - https://www.smith-for-schools.com/The episode concludes with information about other candidates in District 2, Eric Feeny and Sarah Clark, and reminds listeners about the upcoming primary election on August 5.00:00 Introduction 00:50 Overview of the Candidate Series01:23 Interview with Kathleen Smith Begins01:37 Lightning Round Questions05:40 Main Interview Questions11:43 Final Thoughts and Wrap Up13:13 Closing Remarks and Additional InterviewsSupport the showContact us at hello@rainydayrecess.org.Rainy Day Recess music by Lester Mayo, logo by Cheryl Jenrow.

In this episode of Rainy Day Recess, hosts Christie Robertson and Colin Meyer interview 2025 Seattle School Board candidate Eric Feeny from District 2. The discussion begins with a lightning round of quick questions covering Feeny's background, qualifications, and viewpoints on education and school board roles. Key topics include his approach to school board leadership, specific policies he supports, and his strategies for improving Seattle Public Schools. Feeny emphasizes the importance of community engagement, transparent communication, and institutional reform. Eric's campaign page: https://www.feenys.net/The episode also highlights other District 2 candidates, Sarah Clark and Kathleen Smith, and provides election information ahead of the August 5 primary.01:08 Interview with Eric Feeny Begins01:38 Lightning Round with Eric Feeny07:23 Main Interview Questions07:42 Eric Feeny's Vision and Policies12:23 Community Engagement and Communication13:59 Final Thoughts and Conclusion16:37 Closing Remarks and Other CandidatesSupport the showContact us at hello@rainydayrecess.org.Rainy Day Recess music by Lester Mayo, logo by Cheryl Jenrow.

Education Minister Paul Calandra has appointed supervisors to balance the books at several boards citing deficits and depleted reserves. We hear your reaction. Our guest for the hour is Kris Rushowy, the Toronto Star's education reporter at Queen's Park.

The 2025–26 school year is already off to a rocky start, with state budget delays leaving districts in limbo. In this episode of MISoundBoard, we talk with MASB Deputy Director Kent Cartwright, Ed.D., CPA, about the challenges school leaders face when funding is uncertain. Drawing on his deep experience in school finance, Kent shares practical insights on navigating budgeting obstacles and what to keep in mind as the year unfolds.

July 11, 2025 - DPS 61 School Board members Bill Clevenger and Will Wetzel joined Byers & Co to talk about how national policy is impacting the district, the new makeup of their board, the search for a new superintendent, and the future and continuity of the school district. Listen to the podcast now!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Central Virginia county has fully replaced its school board within the last two years. It remains one of 12 districts in the commonwealth with an appointed, not elected, board.    In other news: Environmental advocates call for pollution curbing at beaches, JMU has a new president — and more Central Virginia news. 

Thinking about running for school board, or just curious what the role actually entails? In this bonus episode of Elevate Education, guest host and former Jeffco Board President Stephanie Schooley sits down with current Board members Paula Reed and Erin Kenworthy for a conversation about what it's like to campaign, serve, and make decisions that impact students. This episode offers valuable reflections and practical advice for anyone considering stepping up to serve their community. Whether you're ready to run or just exploring the idea, this is a must-listen conversation that pulls back the curtain on one of the most important civic responsibilities in public education. Learn more about running for the Jeffco Public Schools Board here: https://www.jeffcopublicschools.org/about/board-of-education/board-elections    

Today is Tuesday, July 8. Here are some of the latest headlines from the Fargo, North Dakota area. InForum Minute is produced by Forum Communications and brought to you by reporters from The Forum of Fargo-Moorhead and WDAY TV. For more news from throughout the day, visit InForum.com.

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Joe Ortona, Chair of the English Montreal School Board and President of the Quebec English School Boards Association

Mahmoud v. Taylor concerns the question of whether parents have the right to be notified and opt their children out of classroom lessons on gender and sexuality that violate their religious beliefs.In 2022, the Montgomery County, Maryland, School Board introduced storybooks for pre-K through fifth-grade classrooms covering topics like gender transitions and pride parades. Maryland law and the Board’s own policies provide parents the right to receive notice and opt their kids out of books that violate their religious beliefs. However, when parents attempted to exercise this right, the School Board eliminated notice and opt-outs altogether. In response, a diverse coalition of religious parents, including Muslims, Christians, and Jews, sued the School Board in federal court. The parents argue that storybooks are age-inappropriate, spiritually and emotionally damaging for their kids, and inconsistent with their beliefs.Last year, the Fourth Circuit upheld the School Board’s policy, ruling that the removal of notice and opt-outs does not impose a legally cognizable burden on parents’ religious exercise. The parents appealed.On June 27, 2025, the Supreme Court, in a 6-3 decision, held that parents challenging the Board’s introduction of the “LGBTQ+-inclusive” storybooks, along with its decision to withhold opt-outs, are entitled to a preliminary injunction. Join us for a breakdown of this decision and its implications.Featuring:Eric Baxter, Vice President and Senior Counsel, Becket Fund for Religious Liberty(Moderator) Prof. Teresa Stanton Collett, Professor and Director, Prolife Center, University of St. Thomas School of Law

There's criticism of Treaty requirements for school boards. Education Minister Erica Stanford says a section in the Education and Training Amendment Bill requiring school boards to reflect tikanga Māori in policies and plans wasn't added by her. Prime Minister Chris Luxon says many education regulations mention Treaty obligations - which isn't Stanford's focus. NZ Herald political reporter Jamie Ensor explains further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Dean's List with Host Dean Bowen – The ruling was 6–3, with the three liberal justices — Sonia Sotomayor, Elena Kagan, and Ketanji Brown Jackson — dissenting in favor of the School Board having more control over what children are learning than parents. Indeed, parents have ALL of the power when it comes to their children's education. Clearly, Sotomayor does not know what the “essence of public education” is...

Happy Saturday! Guest Kathy Bond, USD 259 School Board member, joins to discuss wrap up of school year, district's master plan, failure of bond vote, and more. Discussion of upcoming primary election in district, working to raise test scores, and more.  Guest Sam MacRoberts, Kansas Justice Institute, joins to discuss latest legal victory regarding privacy and property rights. Discussion of businesses run from your home, and intrusion of government on private property rights.  We are coming up on Independence day, what are the fireworks ordinances in your community?

At MASB, one of our core missions is helping school boards work more effectively—regardless of who's at the table. A key tool in achieving that goal is the DISC assessment, a proven method for understanding behavioral styles and improving communication. In this episode, we're joined by MASB's own Education Programming Manager, MacKenzie Feldpausch, M.A., our in-house DISC expert. MacKenzie shares insights into how DISC can transform the way boards collaborate, connect, and lead together.

Bryan Barrett talks with Rutherford County School Board members Stan Vaught and Butch Vaughn about their first year on the board.

Kyle Seraphin is a former FBI agent, who alerted the public that Joe Biden weaponized the FBI to target parents at School Board meetings. In this episode, we talked primarily about the incompetance of the FBI, how entrenched bureaucracy, outdated technology, and the preservation of the status quo serve as both a hindrance and active threat towards national security. We also discussed the challenges faced by the Trump administration, how our current system makes it nearly impossible to enact his agenda, and how middle management is the greatest obstacle that Kash Patel and Dan Bongino face in cleaning up the mess that is the FBI.Follow Kyle Here:Rumble: https://rumble.com/c/KyleSeraphinSpotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4fXy1ZS7jARmpS8XIONrwFYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@KyleSeraphinX: https://x.com/kyleseraphin?lang=enInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/kyleseraphin/

We continue our conversations with winners of Tuesday night's Democratic primary. This hour, guest host Gino Fanelli sits down with winners of the race for Rochester City School Board: current school board president Camille Simmons; Kareem McCullough; and Heather Fienman. The district is set to welcome a new superintendent — Eric Jay Rosser — in less than a week. It's one of the reasons the RCSD has made headlines in recent months. We talk with the primary winners about their goals for the district, the culture of the board, and what they hope to help students, families, and the district achieve if they are successful in November's election. In studio: Kareem McCullough, winner of the Democratic primary for Rochester City School Board Camille Simmons, current president of the Rochester City School Board and winner of the Democratic primary Heather Feinman, winner of the Democratic primary for Rochester City School Board

Good morning! Here's a quick look at our top local stories for Wednesday, June 25. Find the complete articles and much more in today's print edition and online at https://www.iolaregister.com/.

With reorganization meetings just around the corner, it's time to start thinking about electing your board president. In this episode of President's Gavel, Mark highlights what leadership skills matter most at the board table and shares five characteristics of a successful president. Host: Mark Snyder, Senior Leadership Development Manager Resources / Show Notes: • To learn more about NYSSBA's Board Officers' Forum, contact mark.snyder@nyssba.org. • 2025 Board Officers Academy (live virtual and annual pre-convention events): http://bit.ly/3G9ZNZg • Superintendent and Board Self-Evaluation Tools: bit.ly/3OiBBlV • SuperEval: bit.ly/3N2vDo9 • To learn more about SuperEval contact Bob Hartz at 1-844-312-EVAL (3825). • *Stock media provided by Jeppe Reil/Pond5

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Frederick County, MD, school board saw escalating tensions between conservative activists and liberal school board leadership over LGBTQ rights in county schools. A newly elected board member attacked trans rights from the board table, a conservative activist tried to forcibly seat herself on at the board, and a man fake-mooned a board meeting. Sunil Dasgupta talks with Frederick Board of Education President Rae Gallagher, and Vice-President Dean Rose about the fight over LGBRTQ rights and its impact on school governance. Music by Silver Spring power pop band, The Airport77s. 

AB 1390 authored by Assemblyman Jose Solache would allow school to raise trustee pay by five times the current amounts. Please Subscribe + Rate & Review Philip Teresi on KMJ wherever you listen! --- KMJ’s Philip Teresi is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music or wherever else you listen. --- Philip Teresi, Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific News/Talk 580 & 105.9 KMJ DriveKMJ.com | Podcast | Facebook | X | Instagram --- Everything KMJ: kmjnow.com | Streaming | Podcasts | Facebook | X | InstagramSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

AB 1390 authored by Assemblyman Jose Solache would allow school to raise trustee pay by five times the current amounts. Please Subscribe + Rate & Review Philip Teresi on KMJ wherever you listen! --- KMJ’s Philip Teresi is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Amazon Music or wherever else you listen. --- Philip Teresi, Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific News/Talk 580 & 105.9 KMJ DriveKMJ.com | Podcast | Facebook | X | Instagram --- Everything KMJ: kmjnow.com | Streaming | Podcasts | Facebook | X | InstagramSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Book bans are unconstitutional. Florida is in a crisis.I'm on my way to rant at these people."What is unfolding in Hillsborough County is not the measured application of parental concern. It is a calculated effort to consolidate power through fear, to bypass legal precedent, and to silence diverse voices in Florida's public schools. Educators and parents view this campaign as a state-directed form of censorship intended to intimidate professionals into abandoning their expertise. Books are being targeted and removed without meaningful review, and without regard for the input of local families or communities."THE SOURCES:HCSB meeting Live Stream: https://www.youtube.com/live/7tMHsGztEbY?si=cM-Y50XEBZ8LvIG_The PEN article: https://pen.org/floridas-hillsborough-county-faces-a-frightening-state-driven-censorship-campaign/The Beacon Article: https://www.tampabeacon.com/hillsborough_county/under-fire-from-state-hillsborough-s-ayres-pledges-to-pull-more-books/article_d6826981-001d-4f36-818b-4c6b6af7a4e8.htmlResources for Resisting a Coup: https://makeyourdamnbed.medium.com/practical-guides-to-resisting-a-coup-b44571b9ad66SUPPORT Julie (and the show!): https://supporter.acast.com/make-your-damn-bedDONATE to the Palestinian Children's Relief Fund: www.pcrf.netGET AN OCCASIONAL PERSONAL EMAIL FROM ME: www.makeyourdamnbedpodcast.comTUNE IN ON INSTAGRAM FOR COOL CONTENT: www.instagram.com/mydbpodcastOR BE A REAL GEM + TUNE IN ON PATREON: www.patreon.com/MYDBpodcastOR WATCH ON YOUTUBE: www.youtube.com/juliemerica The opinions expressed by Julie Merica and Make Your Damn Bed Podcast are intended for entertainment purposes only. Make Your Damn Bed podcast is not intended or implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Support this show http://supporter.acast.com/make-your-damn-bed. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

INTERVIEW: Clint Olivier/Clovis Unified School District discusses Assembly Bill 1390, introduced in 2025 by Assemblymember Mike Fong and coauthors, proposes a major overhaul of school board compensation in California. The bill would raise the monthly pay cap for school board members from the current range of $60 to $1,500 to a new range of $300 to $7,500 (or $90,000 per year), depending on the district’s average daily attendance. Supporters argue the increase would attract more diverse and qualified candidates, especially in large districts like Los Angeles and Fresno. Critics argue it's not necessary. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Broeske & Musson' on all platforms: --- The ‘Broeske & Musson Podcast’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever else you listen to podcasts. --- ‘Broeske & Musson' Weekdays 9-11 AM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Facebook | Podcast| X | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Last week, Portland Public Schools Superintendent Kimberlee Armstrong announced her plan to end Jefferson High School's “dual-enrollment policy”—which allows families in its boundaries to choose between Jefferson or nearby Grant, Roosevelt, or McDaniel high schools instead. Translation? No more school choice for families in North Portland, choices they have enjoyed since 2011. As Willamette Week's reporter put it directly, “PPS Considers Requiring Students in Jefferson Catchment to Attend the School.”It seems, now that Jefferson has a half-billion dollars to build a “world-class school” with capacity for 1,700 students, fewer than 400 students will cut the ribbon on opening day, according to Portland State University's Population Research Center Enrollment Forecast for 2033-34.Ms. Armstrong's May 29 Memo proposes tackling the problem by ending these options for nearly 2,000 students who currently attend neighboring high schools. The School Board will study and decide on this required attendance at Jefferson by the fall of 2026.Until now, Jefferson area families have enjoyed the most progressive policy in the city regarding school choice. Now that the $2 billion school bond has passed, they are proposing to take that choice away. This strategy is backwards, and it is bound to fail. A better option would be to research opportunities to expand school assignments throughout the district and let parents sort out which district school best serves the individual needs of their child.Armstrong says she wants Portland to be a model for the nation. To date, 35 states, plus Washington, D.C. and Puerto Rico, have enacted some form of school choice legislation. Letting parents choose among district schools would be an excellent path for the future of Jefferson High School and Portland Public Schools.

This $450M Money Manager Uses Stocks & Options To Gain An Edge In The Market -Meet Paul S. Stanley Managing Partner At Granite Bay Wealth ManagementGuest:Paul S. Stanley, CFP®, CPM® Managing Partner At Granite Bay Wealth Management $450M AUMWebsite: https://granitebaywm.com/Bio:Paul graduated from Bentley College with a Bachelor's in Economics and Finance. He spent the first ten years of his career working at major Wall Street firms. In 2006 he opened Granite Bay Wealth Management after realizing that independence was the only way to truly offer what was best for his clients.Paul obtained his CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ certification in 1999. He has successfully completed level one of the Chartered Financial Analysts (CFA®) exam. He also received his Certified Portfolio Manager (CPM®) designation through the Academy of CPM and New York University's Stern School of Business in 2022.Paul currently serves as a Selectman for the Town of Greenland, NH. He has served as an elected member of the MSAD 35 School Board, Chairman of the South Berwick Sewer District, and a board member of Marshwood Youth Baseball. He spends his free time coaching baseball and soccer, cooking, traveling, golfing, running, and playing guitar. Paul lives in Greenland, NH with his partner Colleen and her daughter Annabelle and has two grown sons: Trevor, who works as a financial advisor for Granite Bay, and Chase, who is attending the University of Tennessee in Knoxville.

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On this episode of MISoundboard, we sit down with Doug LeFleur, Vice President of Business Development at Munetrix, to dive into the often-overlooked world of school data. What insights—and opportunities—can districts uncover when they truly invest in understanding their data?

The Rochester City School District will soon welcome a new superintendent. Eric J. Rosser's start date is July 1. It comes just after Democratic primary voters make their selections for members for the Board of Education. This hour, we sit down with the candidates to discuss their platforms and a range of issues affecting students, families, and the district — including federal policies, school safety, curricula, and more. In studio: Kareem McCullough, candidate for Rochester City School Board Vince Felder, candidate for Rochester City School Board Camille Simmons, candidate for Rochester City School Board Heather Feinman, candidate for Rochester City School Board

Northfield Superintendent Dr. Matt Hillmann discusses the June 9 School Board meeting.

Larry talks about the state of health care in the United States and is joined by Sen. Amanda Mays Bledsoe to talk about a proposed audit on the Fayette Co. School Board budget in hour 2. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kruser talks with State Auditor Allison Ball about the planned audit on the Fayette Co. School Board budget and asks if you think that President Trump is using the ICE protest in L.A. as a distraction in hour 1. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

  The Ruckus Report Quick take: Award-winning Superintendent Dr. Nick Polyak reveals why the most innovative school leaders aren't just adding new programs—they're actively tearing down outdated practices to make room for transformational student experiences. Meet Your Fellow Ruckus Maker Dr. Nick Polyak is the proud superintendent of the award-winning Leyden Community High School District 212. He earned his undergraduate degree from Augustana College in Rock Island, IL, his Masters from Governors State University, and his Ed.D. from Loyola University Chicago. Nick has been a classroom teacher and coach, a building and district level administrator, a School Board member, and a superintendent in both central Illinois and suburban Chicago. Nick earned an IASA School of Advanced Leadership Fellowship and he also graduated from the AASA National Superintendent Certification Program. He teaches for both the Illinois and National Aspiring Superintendent Academies and has co-authored four books on school leadership. Breaking Down the Old Rules

Plus: why a special election hasn't been called yet to replace the late Northern Virginia Rep. Gerry Connolly; a new House Minority Leader is chosen; and other stories 

Independent investigative journalism, broadcasting, trouble-making and muckraking with Brad Friedman of BradBlog.com

A Washington School Board voted to ban biological males from girls’ sports. Washington is joining yet another lawsuit against Trump, this time over tariffs. President Trump signed a series of executive orders today to increase the United States’ nuclear energy production. More bad press for Boeing. // LongForm: GUEST: Niall Harbison is a former addict-turned-dog enthusiast who saves the lives of dogs in Thailand. His book, “Tina: The Dog Who Changed the World” details his journey. // Quick Hit: Northwest Folklife is the worst