Podcasts about school districts

Rob Spicker talks with our top three seniors from each District zone about their accomplishments and academic future. Ivan Yu from Fort Myers High has the highest GPA in the District and one of the highest ever recorded in the county. Katrina Placencia from North Fort Myers High is considered one of the top club presidents in the state of Florida. Finally, Simpson Lin of Gateway High is the recipient of the single largest scholarship in School District of Lee County history.

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 Did a major hack just expose millions of students and teachers to new risks? Hackers stole sensitive data from PowerSchool, including Social Security numbers and health records, and even after the company paid a ransom, the criminals broke their promise and started extorting school districts directly. Now, officials in North Carolina and beyond are facing ransom demands, raising serious concerns about how well educational technology companies are protecting private information. 

The Supreme Court has been stripping away students' free speech rights for decades. They don't want you to think for yourself or speak your mind. You might end up making podcasts like this.If you're not a 5-4 Premium member, you're not hearing every episode and also lame! To hear this and other Premium-only episodes, access to our Slack community, and more, join at fivefourpod.com/support.5-4 is presented by Prologue Projects. This episode was produced by Dustin DeSoto. Leon Neyfakh provides editorial support. Our researcher is Jonathan DeBruin, and our website was designed by Peter Murphy. Our artwork is by Teddy Blanks at Chips NY, and our theme song is by Spatial Relations.Follow the show at @fivefourpod on most platforms. On BlueSky, find Peter @notalawyer.bsky.social, Michael @fleerultra.bsky.social, and Rhiannon @aywarhiannon.bsky.social. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Cybercrime Wire, hosted by Scott Schober, provides boardroom and C-suite executives, CIOs, CSOs, CISOs, IT executives and cybersecurity professionals with a breaking news story we're following. If there's a cyberattack, hack, or data breach you should know about, then we're on it. Listen to the podcast daily and hear it every hour on WCYB. The Cybercrime Wire is brought to you Cybercrime Magazine, Page ONE for Cybersecurity at https://cybercrimemagazine.com. • For more breaking news, visit https://cybercrimewire.com

1 - Continuing from last hour. 105 - Who is rejecting Trump's anti-DEI policies? They may surprise you. Will the Tush Push be banned? 115 - Was Jen Psaki complicit in Biden's cognitive decline cover-up? 120 - School Districts are hiking taxes 30%? Is there any good reason for it? Your calls. 130 - Should Trump tariff foreign films? 135 - Dr. EJ Antoni, Research Fellow and the Richard Aster Fellow in The Heritage Foundation's Grover M. Hermann Center for the Federal Budget, joins us today. How big is his building? What has been the biggest win for DOGE as Elon steps away? Will Republicans have any heart to kick off lazy young people mooching off Medicaid? Will we see the announcement of big trade deals soon as Trump looks to isolate China's economy from the rest of the world? 150 - Attila's Gym is suing Bellmawr for 10 million dollars for going after them during COVID when they refused to shut their doors. 155 - Your calls.

12 - Morning Joe is now trying to spin deportation back as a plus for Democrats! CNN did a round table discussion with black trump voters and whether they'd change their vote today. 1205 - When will the emergency at the border be over? Will it ever? 1215 - Side - Something associated with Mexico 1220 - Barstool Sansom is in hot water after an anti-semitic sign was ordered and provided with bottle service. What should the punishment for these kids be? Dave Portnoy has an idea. Does Dom agree? 1235 - Columnist for the Bucks County Courier Times and The Intelligencer JD Mullane joins us to discuss Levittown's Democratic status despite leaning more towards Trump. How will Levittown residents react to kicking unwanted people off of Medicaid? Are there any issues besides the big ones, say like addiction or transgender issues, that could sway some of these blue issues to the red? What about housing? JD Mullane tells us of his “secret note” he was passed one time from a Democrat? How does the divide between north and south of Route 1 play into local politics? Would a non-Trump Republican have a chance at winning Levittown in the next Presidential election? Any updates on Diane Marseglia and Bob Harvie? 1250 - Your calls. 1 - Continuing from last hour. 105 - Who is rejecting Trump's anti-DEI policies? They may surprise you. Will the Tush Push be banned? 115 - Was Jen Psaki complicit in Biden's cognitive decline cover-up? 120 - School Districts are hiking taxes 30%? Is there any good reason for it? Your calls. 130 - Should Trump tariff foreign films? 135 - Dr. EJ Antoni, Research Fellow and the Richard Aster Fellow in The Heritage Foundation's Grover M. Hermann Center for the Federal Budget, joins us today. How big is his building? What has been the biggest win for DOGE as Elon steps away? Will Republicans have any heart to kick off lazy young people mooching off Medicaid? Will we see the announcement of big trade deals soon as Trump looks to isolate China's economy from the rest of the world? 150 - Attila's Gym is suing Belmawr for 10 million dollars for going after them during COVID when they refused to shut their doors. 155 - Your calls. 2 - Scott Presler joins us again today. Why is he on the road for the next few days? What should we be looking for in New Jersey as they look to turn red, but voters are hesitant to change parties in order to vote in primaries? Scott pleads for Philadelphia voters to cross over to Democrats to vote for Patrick Dugan instead of Larry Krasner, and then to switch back to Republican. Is Scott's birthday coming up? 215 - We discuss headlines of the day as we wait for William Shatner. 220 - Famed actor William Shatner joins us today. Can we call him Bill? What is it like going to space? Well Bill takes us through an anthropological and historical lesson before explaining. Why was he sad when he came back down to earth? How many times has Bill been to Philadelphia, and why is that he is one of the most in-demand talents at these conventions? What is coming down the William Shatner pipeline? 230 - Dom's Money Melody! 235 - Will Larry Krasner defend a man who shot 6 narcotics officers with over 130 rounds fired, among a litany of other charges? 240 - Why is the DMV so unhelpful? 250 - The Lightning Round!

San Diego County leaders are rolling out their plan to spend your tax dollars. Plus, the U.S. Coast Guard stops a 20-foot boat with passengers trying to enter the country illegally. And, how students from San Diego Unified School District celebrated Asian Pacific Islander Desi American Heritage Month. NBC 7's Marianne Kushi has these stories and more, along with meteorologist Sheena Parveen's forecast, for this Friday, May 2, 2025.

May 5-9, 2025, is National Teacher Appreciation Week, and Tuesday, May 6, is National Teacher Day! All year long, but especially this week, we would like to express our deepest gratitude to the amazing teachers who give their best every day to ensure students receive a high quality, engaging education that prepares them for their next steps in life.  A few words or a note of thanks would go a long way toward letting your favorite teachers know what a positive impact they've had on your life. If you'd like to share some of these kind words or a story online, don't forget to use #ThankATeacher.We love our Teachers! You ROCK and you make us Proud to be HSD!Our featured event is all about helicopters and the Hillsboro Air Show! Thanks to the partnership of the Oregon International Air Show Charitable Foundation, the Oregon National Guard, and Genentech, students across HSD have been - and will be! - treated to an unforgettable aviation experience. At press time, Glencoe and Hilhi have hosted on-site landings of a National Guard Lakota helicopter, with landings at Century and Liberty rescheduled due to weather. Students had the chance to meet with Guard members, explore the helicopter up close, and learn more about careers in aviation and public service. Thanks to a generous grant from Genentech, all HSD high school students will receive tickets to the Oregon International Air Show, May 16 through 18 at the Hillsboro Airport. In addition, all third grade HSD students will attend a STEAM-focused field trip to the Hillsboro Airport leading up to the Air Show, thanks to the OASCF and in alignment with HSD's aerospace career exploration work. Hot News is produced and emailed to HSD families and staff each week school is in session. Please add the address to your “safe sender” list to make sure you always receive the latest issue. Please also bookmark our district website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠hsd.k12.or.us⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to stay informed about what's happening in our district and schools.

Spotlight On Schools 6-17-25 - Sewanhaka School District Robotics Club by JVC Broadcasting

Today’s Peoples Bank Let’s Talk Indianola features Indianola School District Facilities Director Bernie Brueck about the upgrades at the Indianola baseball/softball fields.

KPBSD Board President Zen Kelly and Seward Representative Virginia Morgan talk about school funding and the state budget.

Michael Cornell, Head of the Erie Niagara School Superintendent's Association talks about the shortcomings of the upcoming statewide cellphone ban in schools. "If you look at the history of one-size fits all state requirements … none of those ended well."

"This is censorship, I mean this happens in communist countries." Marc Bruno, Riverside High School teacher and union representative, discusses the credibility issues in his school district regarding violence in schools.

The Indiana Pacers return to the Circle City one win away from advancing to the next round of playoffs. Young people in Indianapolis came together for the annual Peace Walk to raise awareness about the impact of gun violence on youth. Martin University hosted its annual reentry resource fair on Friday. A rural school district in Randolph County that also runs a large virtual learning program will be dissolved under the state's new property tax plan. Want to go deeper on the stories you hear on WFYI News Now? Visit wfyi.org/news and follow us on social media to get comprehensive analysis and local news daily. Subscribe to WFYI News Now wherever you get your podcasts. WFYI News Now is produced by Drew Daudelin, Zach Bundy and Abriana Herron, with support from News Director Sarah Neal-Estes.

Spotlight On Schools 6-7-25 Middle Country School District by JVC Broadcasting

A case in which the Court will decide whether the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and Rehabilitation Act of 1973 require children with disabilities to satisfy a “bad faith or gross misjudgment” standard when seeking relief for discrimination relating to their education.

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Forest Hills School District is one of the top Grand Rapids, Michigan Area Schools, and we're going to take a deeper dive into the Forest Hills School District in West Michigan and highlight three locations that you definitely need to be aware of if you're thinking about relocating.SUBSCRIBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWLKp_rEg77NKMFthOTVeiw?sub_confirmation=1 Contact us now:Call or Text: (616) 330-2555Email: info@marketgr.comMoving to Grand Rapids? Pick up our FREE relocation guide!https://mailchi.mp/8b5aff1055a5/relocation-guideMore from Group Realtors:Website

The schools in Steubenville, Ohio, are doing something unusual—in fact, it's almost unheard of. In a country where nearly 40 percent of fourth graders struggle to read at even a basic level, Steubenville has succeeded in teaching virtually all of its students to read well. According to data from the Educational Opportunity Project at Stanford University, Steubenville has routinely scored in the top 10 percent or better of schools nationwide for third grade reading, sometimes scoring as high as the top 1 percent.In study after study for decades, researchers have found that districts serving low-income families almost always have lower test scores than districts in more affluent places. Yet Steubenville bucks that trend.“It was astonishing to me how amazing that elementary school was,” said Karin Chenoweth, who wrote about Steubenville in her book How It's Being Done: Urgent Lessons From Unexpected Schools.This week on Reveal, reporter Emily Hanford shares the latest from the hit APM Reports podcast Sold a Story. We'll learn how Steubenville became a model of reading success—and how a new law in Ohio put it all at risk.  Support Reveal's journalism at Revealnews.org/donatenow Subscribe to our weekly newsletter to get the scoop on new episodes at Revealnews.org/weekly Connect with us on Bluesky, Facebook and Instagram Learn about your ad choices: dovetail.prx.org/ad-choices

Today our guest is Dr. Mark Chapin, Principal at Meyer Middle School. We talk to Dr. Chapin about how his district takes a purposeful approach to character development—from monthly character kickoff presentations to unifying yearly themes. He explains how each trait is clearly defined and modeled across all grade levels, K–12, and how community input plays a key role in shaping the work. Hear how this district-wide effort brings consistency, clarity, and connection to their character education approach. Learn More About CharacterStrong:  Access FREE MTSS Curriculum Samples Request a Quote Today! Visit the CharacterStrong Website   Mark Chapin is the principal of Meyer Middle School in River Falls, Wisconsin serving approximately 750 students in grades 6 - 8. Meyer Middle School was recognized as a National School of Character in 2016 and again in 2024.  Mark has served as a building administrator in the School District of River Falls for 16 years.   Prior to coming to River Falls, Mark taught for 12 years in the Ellsworth Community School District as a high school special education teacher and an 8th grade US History teacher. While in Ellsworth he also coached cross-country, track, tennis and basketball.  In 2008 Mark was recognized as the Teacher of the Year in the Ellsworth Community School District. In 2019 Mark earned his doctorate degree from Bethel University.  His dissertation focused on character education, leadership and the change process. Mark currently serves as a character education coach through Alverno College and on the Wisconsin Character Education Partnership Advisory Committee.   Mark works closely with the American Legion Post 121 in River Falls serving on their Veterans Memorial Committee. In 2014 he received the Post 121 Community Service Award. Finally, in 2023 Mark was the recipient of the Herb Kohl Educational Foundation Leadership award. His wife Cary proudly served in the Minnesota Air National Guard as a C-130 pilot and retired in 2011 after five deployments and 20 years of service. Mark and his wife Cary have four children together: Matthew, Christopher Erik and Emma. In his spare time Mark enjoys spending time with my family, fly fishing, and mountain biking.

Our 10th Annual Proud to be HSD Festival takes place on Saturday, May 10 in downtown Hillsboro in conjunction with the Hillsboro Farmers Market!Please join us to be inspired, educated, and entertained by our amazing HSD students. You can find our high school Career and College Pathway booths on the Civic Center Plaza, where students from our various career and technical education and career-aligned learning pathway courses will showcase their knowledge and skills. Next to them will be our STEAM tents, featuring science, technology, engineering, arts, and math activities hosted by K-8 students and high school robotics teams. There will be two performance areas for bands, choirs, and dancers - our main stage on the Washington County Courthouse lawn, and our second stage on the Civic Center Plaza. That second stage area is where you'll experience the exciting return of our popular Mascot Challenge at 12:15 p.m. An exciting drumline will lead the parade of mascots to the challenge arena where you can cheer for your favorite mascot.And for those of you who'd like to get the blood pumping before the event, join us in the Lincoln Street Elementary School parking lot for a 5K fun run/walk that starts at 8:30 a.m. There are a variety of ways you can help out as a volunteer; please fill out the volunteer interest form on our website by Friday, May 2 if you are interested.Our featured event is the 2025 Youth Summit held at the Administration Center on Tuesday, April 22. This year's summit, titled “Strength in CommUNITY,” brought together more than 70 high school student leaders representing a wide range of backgrounds and identities. Students were able to connect with one another, build community, share ideas, and explore ways to positively impact school culture and climate. Highlights included a powerful panel discussion with diverse community leaders who offered insight and inspiration on leadership, identity, and making change; and the opportunity to dialogue with U.S. Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici and Hillsboro Mayor Beach Pace to learn more about the importance of civic engagement. As a closing activity, students reflected on their experiences and vision for HSD through a meaningful student-led art activity. Many thanks to everyone who participated and facilitated this amazing event! It was a true embodiment of what it means to be Proud to be HSD!HSD has released a budget overview video to explain the proposed 2025-26 school year budget. Like many school districts across the state, HSD is facing significant financial challenges and is working to address a projected $20 million shortfall. The video outlines how we are planning for these reductions while prioritizing student learning, staff support, and long-term sustainability. You can find the video, a feedback form, and FAQ at hsd.k12.or.us/budget. Thank you for your continued support as we navigate this challenging time together.Hot News is produced and emailed to HSD families and staff each week school is in session. Please add the address to your “safe sender” list to make sure you always receive the latest issue. Please also bookmark our district website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠hsd.k12.or.us⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to stay informed about what's happening in our district and schools.

Spotlight On Schools 5-31-25 Middle Country School District by JVC Broadcasting

Spotlight On Schools 5-24-25 Middle Country School District by JVC Broadcasting

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Before addressing today's question, I think it's worth taking a step back to realize just how ingrained these policies have been in our schools.

This edWeb podcast is sponsored by Level Data.The edLeader Panel recording can be accessed here.School districts invest significant time and resources in developing strategic plans, but turning those high-level visions into meaningful, day-to-day actions is often a challenge. This edWeb podcast guides district leaders, technology administrators, and educators through the process of transforming their strategic plans into actionable, measurable steps that drive real impact.Join us to hear best practices for overcoming common challenges, such as:Building and sustaining engagement: Getting leaders, teachers, and parents invested in the goals of your district's strategic plan ​Aligning resources to priorities: Making funding and tools work for your planSetting clear metrics: Tracking progress with the right data to maintain accountability and ensure good financial stewardshipWhether you're finalizing a new strategic plan or struggling to implement an existing one, this session equips you with the strategies needed to move from planning to progress.Don't let your strategic plan sit on the shelf—transform it into a driving force for districtwide success! This edWeb podcast is of interest to K-12 district leaders, education technology leaders, chief academic officers, and federal grants officers.Level DataWe Simplify K12 Workflows & Empower Educators with Data You Can TrustDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Learn more about viewing live edWeb presentations and on-demand recordings, earning CE certificates, and using accessibility features.

April 24th, 2025

Spotlight On Schools 5-17-25 Middle Country School District by JVC Broadcasting

In this episode I discuss current headlines and the on-going psyops that are ever-present as people fail to examine topics further in detail to get to the truth; I also discuss the Talawanda School district and their misuse of their Google platform and their attempted frame job of a fellow board member who was alerted to the problem.  I play audio from that meeting, as it's in the Substack below as well.  Also, the LabLeak website is out and is rather damning as the fake COVID story crashes and burns. Substack:  https://theamericanclassroom.substack.com/p/those-who-scream-the-loudest   Book Websites: https://www.moneytreepublishing.com/shop PROMO CODE: “AEFM” for 10% OFF https://armreg.co.uk  PROMO CODE: "americaneducationfm" for 15% off all books and products.  (I receive no kickbacks).

The Ridgefield School District has been formally warned by the Public Disclosure Commission for violating state campaign law during a levy effort. The case, brought by Reform Clark County's Rob Anderson, raises serious concerns about the use of public resources in elections. Read more at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/public-disclosure-commission-confirms-ridgefield-school-district-broke-state-campaign-laws-during-levy-effort/ #localnews #ClarkCountyWa #Ridgefield #ReformClarkCounty #schoollevy #PDC #campaignfinance #educationtransparency

Chris and Amy are joined by Dr. Kevin Beckner, assistant superintendent of the Parkway School District, to discuss why the school district has decided to ban cell phone use for students in schools starting next year.

While the details and circumstances surrounding the arson attack on Governor Josh Shapiro and his family at the governor's mansion in Harrisburg continue to get sorted out, the incident itself remains jarring and alarming. Through the eyes of a reporter who covered the scene on the ground, we take a look at what we know and don't know about the crime. Plus, Mayor Parker's ambitious affordable housing push gets a major boost, and we put one of the most disappointing Philadelphia sports seasons in recent memory out to pasture. Matt Leon and KYW Newsradio's reporters recap these stories and more of the biggest news in the Philadelphia region this week, including a string of deaths in Pennsylvania prisons, the efficacy of “rubber rooms” in the Philadelphia public school system, and the latest in the case against the person accused of killing the Gaudreau brothers.  00:00 Intro 02:01 What we know and don't know about Gov. Shapiro arson attack 08:40 Philadelphia Housing Authority unveils major boon to Parker's affordable housing push 14:50 A glimpse into Philly public school “rubber rooms” 20:07 Gaudreau brothers update and more news and notes from South Jersey 25:37 13 prison deaths in Pennsylvania prompt calls for change 29:57 So long, 76ers Listen to The Week in Philly on KYW Newsradio every Saturday at 5am and 3pm, and Sunday at 3pm. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Send us a textTHIS IS MY FAVORITE EPISODE!!! Jon is an amazing leader and author of "Redefine Your Servant Leadership: Amplify Your Integrity, Influence, and Impact." Buy his book and learn how to become an amazing servant leader.Buy his book here: CLICK HEREJon has also worked on an amazing platform called Leadwell+. It is a work culture, communication, and training platform that helps leaders lead, care, coach, and support their teams. Check it out here: Introducing | Leadwell+ on VimeoJoin me in the 5-day leadership challenge, Just DM me the word "Leader" and I will show you how you can level up your leadership. Support the showEMAIL - juan@weraizethebar.comWebsite - www.weraizethebar.comFollow on social:Instagram @raizethebarceoFacebook @raizethebarLLC5-day Leadership Challenge: Sign up HereJuan's Bio:As an expert in Leadership and a Certified Gallup Strengths Coach, Juan is a widely regarded United States Army War Vet. He has trained teams of tens of thousands of soldiers in high-stakes situations and has helped School Districts increase team efficiency and strengthen communication which resulted in happier and more appreciated employees. He helps individual leaders and their teams overcome complacency, and prevent burnout in the workplace. His "Blueprint to Leadership" Course has created more confidence and respect in personnel who carry supervisory and management roles. Being featured on FOX, NBC, and CBS has helped Juan lead the charge in creating Strength-Based leaders, and teams, giving rise to the culture at work for over 10k School Administrators.

Indiana's property tax reform plan would cost school districts more than $740 million across three years. The state Senate passed a bill on Tuesday that aims to secure power for AI data centers. Indiana Governor Mike Braun hosted U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Centers for Medicaid and Medicare Services Administrator Dr. Mehmet Oz on Tuesday – protestors gathered outside the event to express their dissatisfaction with the Make America Healthy Again movement. Want to go deeper on the stories you hear on WFYI News Now? Visit wfyi.org/news and follow us on social media to get comprehensive analysis and local news daily. Subscribe to WFYI News Now wherever you get your podcasts. WFYI News Now is produced by Drew Daudelin, Zach Bundy and Abriana Herron, with support from News Director Sarah Neal-Estes.

The U.S. Department of Education is investigating Washington state over its directive to La Center School District regarding gender pronoun policies. District officials say they were pressured to adopt a policy that conflicts with federal law. The case intensifies tensions between state and federal authorities over student privacy and parental rights. Read more from Jake Goldstein-Street at https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/news/trump-administration-stepping-in-to-battle-over-la-center-school-districts-gender-pronoun-policy/ #localnews #ClarkCountyWa #LaCenter #genderpolicy #TitleIX #FERPA #PeterRosenkranz #OSPI #DOEinvestigation #schoolpolicy #educationnews

In this episode of The Human Experience, I sit down with Vincent Thompson, longtime journalist and current Communications Director for the President of Philadelphia City Council. Born and raised in Philly, Vincent shares how his curiosity led him from a school newspaper to national political conventions and eventually into public service. We discuss the power of local government, how to engage with your city, and why compassion still matters in civic life. Whether you're a Philly native or just want to better understand how your community works, this episode will leave you both informed and inspired.Interview recorded in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.Key Takeaways:Vincent Thompson is the Communications Director for Philadelphia City Council President Kenyatta Johnson.A lifelong Philadelphian, he grew up in North Philly and Germantown, and attended Temple University and Marietta College.He began his career in journalism, covering politics for outlets like the Philadelphia Tribune and WURD Radio.Vincent has hosted City Council radio sessions and emphasized the importance of knowing your district councilmember.He explains the structure of local government and why citizens should be more engaged at the city level.He encourages people to “be curious, not judgmental” and offers a human-centered view of government service.Vincent shares personal stories—from receiving a letter from his journalism idol to the importance of leading with kindness in leadership.A passionate advocate for Philadelphia, he invites visitors to see City Hall, the city's diverse neighborhoods, and yes—try the cheesesteaks (but he's not picking favorites).Vincent Thompson's Bio:Vincent Thompson is the Director of Communications for Philadelphia (Pa) City Council and Philadelphia City Council President Kenyatta Johnson. In his more than 30 year career in media and government, he has served as a Chief of Staff for the late Philadelphia City Councilman Juan Ramos, spokesperson for two past School District of Philadelphia Superintendents, former President of the Philadelphia Black Public Relations Society, former Vice President/Broadcast for the Philadelphia Association of Black Journalists and has covered Republican and Democratic National Conventions starting with the 1988 Republican National Convention. Mr. Thompson has won numerous awards in his career for his work in journalism, public relations and community service. In 2018, he received PABJ's Lifetime Achievement Award. In 2017, he was named Politics and Government Reporter of the Year by the Pen & Pencil Club of Philadelphia, the nation's oldest press club in daily operation. He has been named one of Philadelphia's Most Influential African-Americans by the Philadelphia Tribune newspaper and has been a winner of the National Education Association's Excellence in Broadcasting Award.Connect with Vincent:Twitter @MediamancommInstagram: @phillymediamancomm#TheHumanExperiencePodcastFollow Along:Website: https://www.thehxpod.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thehxpod/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/getthehxTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thehxpodYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thehxpodSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

HR1 ACLU Lawsuit Against Elizabeth School District. Trump's Strong Holy Week Message 4-14-25 by John Rush

"An organization with a hero is a sign of weakness,” begins Dr. Heidi Eliopoulous, Superintendent of the School District of Altoona. Join her and Dr. Janet Pilcher as they dismantle the myth of the lone-ranger leader, focusing on the impact of collective growth. Discover why investing in leadership development, particularly developing leadership teams in school systems, is a "must-have," not a "nice-to-have." Listen as Heidi shares tactics that drive improvements in student well-being and academic performance, empowering you to create meaningful change in your district.This episode addresses questions such as: What impact does leadership development have on students and families?What are some tools and tactics used for leadership development?How does a focus on leader development translate into the creation of a more positive and supportive culture within the school district?Recommended Resources: Stomp Out We/They Culture, Boost Employee Retention Through Leadership Development, Leadership Development is a LifelineRead 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.

During the 2025 PMEA Conference, we talked with the 2025 PMEA Outstanding Superintendents - Dr. Philip Domencic from the Cornwall-Lebanon School District and Dr. MaryJo Yannacone from the School District of Springfield Township. Learn about their districts, their support for music education, and advice for music teachers and superintendents on how to support music education in any school.

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A towering portrait of Tamika Catchings is set to join the Mass Ave neighborhood, and the community has a chance to weigh in on the final design. Indiana school districts stand to lose half a billion dollars under the latest plan to cut property taxes for Hoosier homeowners. An Indianapolis Public Library program offers residents a chance to learn about the city's diverse population. Workers at the Indianapolis VA Hospital are required to be in-person starting on April 14th, as part of a new federal policy. Want to go deeper on the stories you hear on WFYI News Now? Visit wfyi.org/news and follow us on social media to get comprehensive analysis and local news daily. Subscribe to WFYI News Now wherever you get your podcasts. WFYI News Now is produced by Drew Daudelin, Zach Bundy and Abriana Herron, with support from News Director Sarah Neal-Estes.

There's a whole lot of gratitude, kindness, and community comin' your way in this episode...Tressa sits down with good friend - and fellow Jefferson Award recipient - Bradley Wilkins to chat about all he does in his community and why connecting with his neighbors is so important to him. They also talk about Bradley's current campaign as a candidate for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society's Visionary of the Year. And Tressa and Don read (so many!) notes from the Kindness Crates that made a stop in the Carlynton School District. The notes were originally read as part of Carlynton's 3rd annual Women's Empowerment Summit, which Tressa emceed. Donate to Bradley's LLS campaign at Tressa's page: https://pages.lls.org/voy/wpa/pgh25/tgloverLeukemia and Lymphoma Society website: https://www.lls.org/https://www.yinzaregood.com/Want to learn more about the podcast, including all of the guests who've been featured thus far? Check out our website: https://www.yinzaregood.com/FOLLOW US on social media! Instagram: @yinzaregood Facebook: @YinzAreGoodHave a story of GENEROSITY or KINDNESS to share with us? Want a KINDNESS CRATE dropped off at your business or school? Email us at yinzaregood@gmail.com

How much control can public schools exercise over the speech of their students and staff on divisive issues such as anti-racism and using preferred pronouns? Two en banc cases out of the Sixth Circuit and Eighth Circuit are poised to answer that question soon. In Henderson v. Springfield R-12 School District, the Eighth Circuit will […]

How much control can public schools exercise over the speech of their students and staff on divisive issues such as anti-racism and using preferred pronouns? Two en banc cases out of the Sixth Circuit and Eighth Circuit are poised to answer that question soon. In Henderson v. Springfield R-12 School District, the Eighth Circuit will decide whether a school district’s “equity training” violated the First Amendment by requiring employees to give the school’s preferred answer to questions about ideologically charged issues such as anti-racism and white privilege. The panel held that the plaintiffs lack standing because the district never punished or threatened to punish anyone for remaining silent or expressing dissenting views. The Eighth Circuit granted rehearing en banc and heard argument on January 15, 2025. In Parents Defending Education v. Olentangy Local School District Board of Education, the Sixth Circuit will decide whether a school district’s anti-harassment policies violate the First Amendment when it prohibits students from using biological pronouns to refer to someone who prefers otherwise. Answering that question requires the court to tackle thorny issues about the evidence required to justify a speech regulation under Tinker and whether Tinker allows schools to engage in viewpoint discrimination. The panel rejected the plaintiffs’ claims on the merits, and the Sixth Circuit reheard the case en banc on March 19, 2025.Featuring:Brett Nolan, Senior Attorney, Institute for Free Speech(Moderator) Edward D. Greim, Partner, Graves Garrett Greim LLC