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In this episode of Build Momentum, we are joined by Dr. Susan Enfield, the former superintendent of the Washoe County School District in Nevada. She also spent 10 years as the superintendent of Highline Public Schools in Burien, Washington. Prior to joining Highline in 2012, she had held the positions of Chief Academic Officer and Interim Superintendent at Seattle Public Schools.  Some Questions We Ask:Please tell us more about your roles as a superintendent, the districts you oversaw, and your current activities? (1:23)Describe how you have gone about building The Network of Distinguished Educators and its work and achievements? (1:56)What was your greatest source of fulfillment as a superintendent? (4:11)Can you tell us more about your upcoming book? (5:39)How did you handle different stressors throughout your career as a superintendent? (9:21)What are your observations with regards to the changes in the role of superintendents over the years? (11:50)How much do your experiences reflect those of other superintendents across the nation—and do you think you all have had similar experiences in relation to the stressors? (13:26)What is the key to bringing people to see your vision as a leader and cultivating communal support? (15:36)How have you been able to engage with educators, families, and communities through storytelling and communication? (17:56)How can parents and members of the community help our country's school districts more effectively? (20:04)Would it be beneficial if community people and parents could comprehend superintendents by placing themselves in their position? (23:09)How do you cultivate quality board members? (25:02)In This Episode, You Will Learn:About Dr. Susan Enfield's life as a superintendent (1:30)Her role in building The Network of Distinguished Educators (2:05)Dr. Enfield's greatest sources of fulfillment as a superintendent (4:15)All about her upcoming book (5:56)How she handled stressors while in the role of a superintendent (9:28)Changes in the role of superintendents throughout the years (12:00)Ways in which her own experiences were similar to other superintendents (13:40)Key factors in uniting people behind her vision as a leader (15:51)Her engagement with educators, families, and communities (18:11)How of parents and members of the community can help school districts (20:18)Effectively understanding superintendents  (23:49)Cultivating quality board members (25:37)Quotes:“I think we are in a time where we have to find language and causes that bring all of us together around the right things and have conversations around that.”“The work of serving children is a gift on any day, and you endure those hard days on the job for the sake of the work."“Leadership is not about self-aggrandizement. Leadership is not about personal, individual accomplishments. Leadership is about service above self.”Stay in touch with Dr. Susan Enfield:The NetStay 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

Karen England has protested at the Washoe County School District in the name of “parental rights” for years. KUNR found she also rubs shoulders with some of the country's most powerful conservatives.

You may have noticed that Mental Health, sometimes referred to as “wellness” or wellbeing, has, both in terms of funding, and staffing, become job 1 for most schools, and you may even have heard that students “can't learn” until they've been seen, heard, and assessed psychologically. Earlier, I sat down to talk with Jake Wiskerchen, marriage and family therapist, national certified counselor, and founder of Nevada based Zephyr Wellness, to get an update on what's going on in counseling, especially in schools. I asked Jake because of his broad and deep experience in the field. He has given consultations, talks, seminars, continuing education classes, and staff trainings, to many agencies, groups, organizations, and individuals, including the Nevada Bar Association, Northern Nevada Law Enforcement Academy (POST), Nevada State Civil Attorneys Association, Reno + Sparks Chamber of Commerce, University of Nevada, Washoe County School District, Nevada School Counselors Association, Nevada Coalition to End Domestic and Sexual Violence, Lyon County School District, Pershing County School District, Sixth Judicial District Court, VanNess Group Homes, and CSA/Head Start, and he's the host of not one, but TWO podcasts: noggin notes and guns and mental health.In this show, you'll learn why mental health is front and center in education, and why that may be much too much of an otherwise good thing. Follow Jake @jakewiskPodcast host: Guns & Mental Health, Noggin NotesYouTube  @ZephyrWellness  SUPPORT MY WORK// Donate:Buy Me a Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/trwlPayPal: paypal.me/deborahfillman// Join:If you want to join weekly calls with me and my audience, and get access to my curated lists of education enrichment and homeschooling resources, join one or both of my private communities: TRWL @Wokescreen: https://wokescreen.com/thereasonwelearn/TRWP Parent Support Group: https://wokescreen.com/the-reason-we-parent///Do Business With My Affiliates Purchase books from Heroes of Liberty with my referral link and get 10% off! https://heroesofliberty.com/?ref=Zqpq...Enroll your child in The Socratic Experience, a virtual school grades 3-12. They provide Socratic discussions of classic texts with a commitment to rationality while supporting students in entrepreneurial and creative projects. My listeners can now get a 10% discount by using the link below!https://socraticexperience.com/parent-guide/?utm_source=thereasonwelearn#schoolcounseling #mentalhealthandwellbeing #mentalhealthatschool #schoolcounselors #sel #mtss--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/debf/support Get full access to The Reason We Learn at thereasonwelearn.substack.com/subscribe

Guests: Beth Smith, President, Washoe County School District

Guests: Beth Smith, President, Washoe County School District

Career education in Washoe County Schools isn't just "shop class" like it was when I was in high school. Across the country and here in Northern Nevada, rebranding vocational education to "career and technical education" has brought about a lot of changes including programs focused on business, culinary arts, medical professions, and much more. Here in Washoe County, some of those programs are housed in "Signature Academy" schools with a special focus, but every high school has CTE opportunities of some kind. On this episode of Renoites, I welcomed Josh Hartzog, the Director of Career and Technical Education and Signature Acadamies for the Washoe County School District. We talked about what CTE is and how it has changed over the years, how the district determines what programs and focuses to offer, the importance of having programs for less exciting but more in-demand professions but also for uniquely interesting or engaging ones as well, how CTE programs are funded, the challenges of creating equitable access to these programs, and so much more! There is also a bonus segment EXCLUSIVELY for patrons from this episode and most others this season, so please be sure to check that out too! On that bonus segment, we delve into the politics a bit, discussing the search for a new superintendent (again), the results of last year's legislative session, and the politicization of school boards. You can find that segment and more information at http://patreon.com/renoites Thank you so much for listening! As always if you have suggestions or feedback please let me know! You can always email me at conor@renoites.com and be sure to follow me on Instagram and Facebook, and subscribe wherever you get podcasts!

Dr. Maria Armstrong is the Executive Director of the Association of Latino Administrators and Superintendents (ALAS). Her career in education includes serving as a teacher, school counselor, assistant principal, principal, director of English Language Learners, assistant superintendent of curriculum and instruction, superintendent, and as an educational consultant for the Puerto Rico Department of Education leading the department's Hurricane Maria Recovery efforts. Prior to working in education, Dr. Armstrong worked in the Biotech industry and is committed to ensuring that students are college, career and life ready.Pedro Martinez was named Chicago Public Schools Chief Executive Officer in 2021, the first Latino in the city's history to hold the position outside of an interim capacity. Martinez has more than 30 years of experience in the private, nonprofit, and public education sectors. He has previously served as superintendent of the San Antonio Independent School District, superintendent in residence for the Nevada Department of Education, and superintendent of the Washoe County School District in Reno, Nevada. Martinez was born in Aguascalientes, Mexico, and came to Chicago with his family at the age of five in search of a better life. He credits the education he received in Chicago Public Schools with changing the trajectory of his lifeRecommended Resources:World Education SummitNot every Chicago school offers algebra in middle school. CPS is working to change that. by ChalkbeatVirtual Academy by Chicago Public Schools (CPS)

At their board meeting this week, the Washoe County School District trustees approved the final version of a new school facilities plan for the district.

The Washoe County School District trustees will consider rehiring former superintendent Kristen McNeill as the district's new leader on an interim basis.

In her second State of Education address as Washoe County School District superintendent, Susan Enfield shared sobering test score data and a new strategic plan to improve it.

Since the pandemic hit, student mental health has been a concern in the Washoe County School District.

The Washoe County School District and Northern Nevada Public Health have come together to offer increased air quality monitoring to Northern Nevada schools.

After months of work, the Washoe County School District has a new student behavior manual.

With school starting in the Washoe County School District, parents and teachers have been getting the school supplies they need for the year. Several community organizations are stepping up to help families and teachers keep their costs down.

Monday was the first day of school in Washoe County School District. At the district's newest school, JWood Raw Elementary, students and parents shared excitement about the new year.

The Washoe County School District trustees approved additional funding for the Vaughn Middle School rebuild after seeing renderings of the new campus.

Summer school is underway in Washoe County School District. Kindergarteners and first graders at Brown Elementary got a first-hand lesson on how gravity works.

The Washoe County School District trustees have approved a contract for construction of a $27 million expansion to Incline High School.

The Washoe County School District has created a new system for managing student requests to go to a different school than their zoned one.

In a pair of recent meetings, Washoe County School District presented draft options for facilities changes in the North Valleys and downtown Sparks areas to community members. Some include school closures.

Washoe County School District leaders recently gave a presentation to the Nevada State Legislature's money committees on the district's financial picture.

The Washoe County School District is looking to address two significant barriers to learning – student mental health and chronic absenteeism – with new federal funding.

This week on Renoites we are talking podcasting! Reno has a variety of local podcasts of different formats and covering different issues. About a year ago I was grateful to be invited to appear on Up in the Mix, a podcast and radio show hosted by Shaughn Richardson and Cesar Lopez. Up in the Mix is a hip hop inspired music, news and interview show that beginning it's 5th season and has released hundreds of episodes. It was great to have Shaughn and Cesar join me on Renoites to discuss the history of their podcast, what they think about when looking for guests, what's missing from the local podcast community, creating both a podcast and radio show for KWNK at the same time, as well as their lives outside the podcast. Shaughn is a high school teacher with the Washoe County School District and on the Reno Arts and Culture Commission and Cesar is a local photographer. Renoites is a listener-funded project. I'm a believer in audience supported over advertiser-driven media, and you can help Renoites continue to grow and provide stories and information by becoming an official patron of the show. Just go to patreon.com/renoites to learn more and sign up for as little as a few dollars a month (that's about a dollar an episode). There are also great perks available to patrons like early or exclusive content, Renoites swag, shout-outs on the show, and more. If you have any guest or topic suggestions, please shoot me an email at conor@renoites.com. This season of Renoites is produced by Conor McQuivey and Lynn Lazaro. Thank you for listening!

In this video, we learn from Bill Bryan, Ph.D., CEO of The Bryan Group, why traditional job interview questions are ineffective and what we should be asking candidates instead to make evaluations more effective and efficient. Bill Bryan, Ph.D. is an expert at developing and implementing competency and behavioral science-based hiring and OD systems that just work better. From embedding guided storytelling interviews into the hiring process to developing superstar performance models, Bill's work has improved the functioning of organizations in every sector. Bill's work has improved the functioning of companies as diverse as Anheuser-Busch, Major League Baseball, the U.S. Navy, and the Washoe County School District. Watch here: https://youtu.be/3bm7MGgw4qM Listen on top podcast platforms here: https://pod.link/thekajstudio Subscribe to us on YouTube for instant updates on live streams and new episodes. And do tell a few friends if you can! What are your thoughts and opinion on the topic we discussed in this episode? I'd love to hear from you. Got questions? Ping me on LinkedIn --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/kajmasterclass/message

It's our season finale and in a first for the show, we have a guest joining us. Dr. Enfield of the Washoe County School District is on to answer some tough questions, as well as share some of the positive changes within the district.

Dr. Susan Enfield is currently the Superintendent for the Washoe County School District in Reno, Nevada. She came to WCSD from Highline Public Schools in Burien, WA where she served as Superintendent for ten years. During that time the district developed its Highline Promise to know every student by name, strength and need so they graduate prepared for the future they choose.

The Washoe County School District trustees unanimously selected the City of Reno's director of parking and code enforcement, Alex Woodley, to join them on the board last week.

The Washoe County School District received $77 million in the third round of federal school COVID-19 relief funding. In some cases, individual schools can spend some of that money as they see fit. For example, Spanish Springs High School has started an intervention program for students who need extra help.

The U.S. Office of Indian Education has awarded the Washoe County School District almost $3.8 million to help its Native American students prepare for college and their careers.

The balance of power on the Washoe County School District's Board of Trustees could shift after the Nov. 8 election.

Stacey Burns is a Paiute language teacher at Spanish Springs High School. KUNR Youth Media's Kaden Ackerson sat down with her to learn what has inspired her to share her Native language with high school students in the Washoe County School District.

Dr. Susan Enfield has been in Reno for just short of two months, and already she is making changes to the Washoe County School District.As the new superintendent of schools, Enfield has generated optimism by saying in part she wants the district to own its mistakes and celebrate its successes.In this show, we chat with Enflield about the future of the district and what she hopes to accomplish. The This is Reno radio show can be heard on Sunday mornings on KWNK Community Radio at 97.7 FM on your favorite podcast player. Listen below and subscribe here: https://thisisreno.buzzsprout.comSupport the show

The Washoe County School District recently released standardized test results from the 2021-22 school year that showed positive growth, but only 35 percent of schools have now met or exceeded their pre-pandemic scores.

The Washoe County School District hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new Procter R. Hug High School in Sparks, Nev., Tuesday. It's the first time in almost two decades that the district has opened a new high school campus.

It's time for another interview, this time with Adam Mayberry of the Washoe County School District's school board. Listen in on how Adam was appointed to the board and what made him decide to seek another term, as well as his accomplishments and plans for the futurehttps://www.adammayberry.com/

With the first day of school just over two weeks away, the Washoe County School District is facing staffing shortages across multiple departments and students still recovering from the pandemic.KUNR's Jose Davila IV sat down with Susan Enfield, the district's new superintendent, to discuss her goals and the challenges facing local students.

Katie Louise Weir is the Director of Professional Growth Systems for the Washoe County School District which serves 62,000+ students in Northern Nevada. Outside of her work in Human Resources, she loves spending time visiting Tahoe, Maui, and Texas with her two young children and husband.Connect with Katie here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-louise-weir-8896ba21b 

The Washoe County School District will continue with a rotating bus schedule in the upcoming school year as critical labor shortages affect multiple departments.

Every student is unique. It may seem like a simple concept, but to Susan Enfield, building relationships with individual students is a trademark of her career. In Episode 83: Building Relationships, Jerri and Jamie sit down with award-winning superintendent Susan Enfield to learn how she has been able to create a welcoming district culture and scale her passion for building authentic, meaningful relationships with every scholar in her district. Known for making sure each student is known by their “name, strength, and need” Susan shares her secrets to relationship building and reminds listeners that every student matters. --- ABOUT OUR GUEST Dr. Susan Enfield is the superintendent of Washoe County School District in Nevada. She began her career as an English teacher in Silicon Valley before moving into administration. In 2021, she was named Washington State Superintendent of the Year by the Washington Association of School Administrators, and in 2018, she was selected as Superintendent of the Year by the National School Foundation Association. --- SUBSCRIBE TO THE SERIES: Youtube | Spotify | Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Overcast | RadioPublic | Stitcher FOLLOW US: Website | Facebook | Twitter | LinkedIn POWERED BY CLASSLINK: ClassLink provides one-click single sign-on into web and Windows applications, and instant access to files at school and in the cloud. Accessible from any computer, tablet, or smartphone, ClassLink is ideal for 1to1 and Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) initiatives. Learn more at classlink.com.

Growing grapes in the desert, an exit interview with the Washoe County School District superintendent and abortion laws in Nevada. This week host Joey Lovato has a story about growing grapes for wine in Nevada and why the industry may be poised for growth. After that, reporter Rocío Hernández and assistant editor Jackie Valley interview … Continue reading "Growing grapes (and a wine industry) in the desert" The post Growing grapes (and a wine industry) in the desert appeared first on The Nevada Independent.

Growing grapes in the desert, an exit interview with the Washoe County School District superintendent and abortion laws in Nevada. This week host Joey Lovato has a story about growing grapes for wine in Nevada and why the industry may be poised for growth. After that, reporter Rocío Hernández and assistant editor Jackie Valley interview … Continue reading "Growing grapes (and a wine industry) in the desert" The post Growing grapes (and a wine industry) in the desert appeared first on The Nevada Independent.

This weeks FLASHBACK is last summer with the Great Jennifer Ritch of the Washoe County School District in Nevada. Jennifer is a leader in her state and nationally and here she shares her story + Best Practices. Take another listen on this FLASHBACK episode of The Educational AD Podcast! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/educational-ad-podcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/educational-ad-podcast/support

Susan Enfield gets the nod to step into the Washoe County School District's top spot upon the departure of Kristen McNeil on June 30th. Dan has details on the change.  Also, an initiative to offer more "school choice" in NV was shot down. We'll bring you up to date on why.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Truckee Meadows Public Lands Management Act is reportedly being drafted by U.S. Senator Jacky Rosen, and Sparks Mayor Ed Lawson says he's pushing for the bill to get entered into Congress as early as this year. The bill was discussed in early 2020 with a public meeting. Reception, however, was widely negative. In this episode, I interview Lawson about what has been happening with the bill. Trustee reflects on school board serviceA former school board trustee has a new book out, which has already received a best-seller status on Amazon. Kurt Thigpen's book, “How to Win an Election: An Essential Guide to Campaigning During Adversity,” covers his electoral success in 2020. Thigpen reflects on his time serving as a trustee for the Washoe County School District in a climate of political belligerence and hostility.Cares Campus crimeThe Nevada Cares Campus opened under the city of Reno's lead last year and has since been plagued with allegations of rampant crime and drug use. It is now overseen by Washoe County and operated by the Volunteers of America.Ben West, the head of security for Washoe County, said a number of challenges persist at the campus. A lack of adequate staffing is among the biggest problems.This episode also features a new song by Bryan McPherson. McPherson's new release, “How to Draw Everything” comes out on Valentine's Day.Support the show (https://thisisreno.com/subscribe/)

Washoe County School District has big plans to allocate funds in places where they were never needed before. Many have nothing to do with the COVID pandemic--which is what the Rescue Plan money was for. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Kirsten McNeil suddenly decides to call it a career with Washoe County School District. A caller shares with Dan the inside story of how some decisions are made (or not made) at WCSD.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The head of the Washoe County School District announced Thursday she will retire at the end of the school year.

Daniella Sonnino speaks with Felipe Guittierez about a Truckee Meadows Community College art exhibit that centers around the cost of war. Also, a conversation with Kim Young of The Children's Cabinet about a $100,000 donation from Google to the Washoe County School District to assist mental health assesment.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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The Sierra Arts Foundation has been one of the major drivers of Reno as an arts-friendly city for over 50 years. Tia Flores is the Program Director and works to create programming, artist services, gallery spaces and much more. Conor and Tia discuss arts in Reno generally, and Sierra Arts Foundation's work in the region. Topics include arts education in the Washoe County School District, creating spaces for local artists to show and sell their work, saving the historic Riverside building that now houses their offices and artist lofts, launching docent-led art walks in Sparks, and so much more! Thanks for listening, and check out Sierra Arts Foundation at http://www.sierraarts.org  

School-sanctioned proms were canceled across the Washoe County School District this year due to the pandemic and many students were disappointed. As the school year draws to a close, KUNR Youth Media reporter May Wells spoke to some of her fellow classmates about this issue.

Our guest today, Angela D. Taylor, Ph.D. Washoe County School District's Board of Trustees. Join Angela as she and Sherri Rice, AHN CEO, give an update on Washoe County schools.

In this episode of The Battle Born Digital Learning Podcast, host Kyle Anderson has a conversation with Terra Graves (@nvterragraves), Nevada Digital Learning Collaborative Digital Engineer, about her role with the Washoe County School District as an educational technology leader, working in edtech since 2009, and her work with the NVDLC creating a Facebook group for Nevada educators, Nevada Teachers Supporting Teachers (NVTST). These resources and more can be found at www.nvdigitallearning.org. Check out the shownotes for this episode at https://bit.ly/BBDLepisode018. The Nevada Department of Education is providing this podcast as a public service and it is provided for informational purposes only. It is not a statement of official state policy nor should it be construed as legal advice on any subject matter, it is neither a legal interpretation nor a statement of state policy. Reference to any specific product, process, service or entity does not constitute an endorsement or recommendation by the Nevada Department of Education. The views expressed by guests are their own and their appearance on the program does not imply an endorsement of them or any entity they represent. Views and opinions expressed by employees of the Nevada Department of Education or Nevada educators are those of the individual and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the Nevada Department of Education or the view of the State of Nevada.

Tiffany Young who is Director of Equity and Diversity at Washoe County School District in Reno NV, She is also Founder of Tiffany Young Consulting focused on leading programs and policies addressed through an equitable and culturally responsive lens, Tiffany is also an Adjunct Professor at the University of Nevada Reno and is an advocate for families, community, young women, leadership, and education. She is a public speaker, trainer, workshop facilitator and community collaborator. We will discuss in the episode how Tiffany is helping clients shift their culture and helping them drive inclusion across their organization. In this episode she will discuss the following: Importance of Shifting the Organization to mirror the workforce and our communities How we must continue to understand the role of Allyship and why you can call yourself one unless you're doing the work The importance of leaders in modeling the behavior they wish to see in order to drive change across their organization

As the COVID-19 vaccination process continues in Nevada, the Washoe County School District started administering the first dose to select employees over the weekend.

Today on Mass Liberation Radio, Lily & Kailey talk with Mia & Hannah of Washoe County School District Students for Change. They are petitioning for the Washoe County School District to make changes to the curriculum to include anti-racist objectives and allow teachers to voice their support of Black Lives Matter on campuses. Their petition can be found on Change (dot) org by searching “Value Black Lives in the Washoe County School District”. Students asking that community members leave a public comment or attend the next school board meeting December 7th at Reno High School. Follow them on Instagram, HERE Visit their website, HERE

PART 5. The Washoe County School District changes and the impact on students with WCSD Board Trustee, Katy Simon Holland, and Sherri Rice, AHN CEO.

Lee en español. For weeks, community members have been asking the Washoe County School District Board of Trustees to set a threshold that would use specific metrics to determine if and when the district would stop in-person instruction during the pandemic. Some trustees said in a meeting Tuesday they do not want to draw a hard line.

When students return to campus within the San Antonio Independent School District, they'll do so only when data from Metro Health gives the green light. That's the word from this week's guest, SAISD superintendent Pedro Martinez. Martinez chats with our Randy Beamer about what the return to campus will look like and which students will be the first to arrive. He also discusses the high rate of poverty in SAISD and the programs designed to help these students. Plus, Martinez goes into detail about the $1.3 billion bond election that would makeover campuses, if approved in November. Martinez became SAISD superintendent in June 2015. Prior, Martinez was Superintendent-in-Residence for the Nevada Department of Education and the superintendent for Washoe County School District in Nevada. Martinez is also on the Bexar County COVID-19 Economic Transition Team. Contact Randy Beamer Phone: (210) 366-1151 Email: RBeamer@sbgtv.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/randybeamer Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/randy.beamer Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/randybeamer

PART 4. The Washoe County School District changes and the impact on students with WCSD Board Trustee, Katy Simon Holland, and Sherri Rice, AHN CEO.

Washoe County students may soon reunite with friends and teachers this fall after school closures were mandated in the spring to mitigate the spread of COVID-19. The Washoe County School District approved plans for the reopening of schools. Those proposals now head to the Nevada Department of Education for final approval.

Part 3. the Washoe County School District and the impact on students with WCSD Board of Trustee, Katy Simon Holland, and Sherri Rice, AHN CEO. 

PART 2. The Washoe County School District changes and the impact on students with WCSD Board Trustee, Katy Simon Holland, and Sherri Rice, AHN CEO.

The changes in the Washoe County School District and the impact on students with WCSD Board Trustee, Katy Simon Holland, and Sherri Rice, AHN CEO.

Governor Steve Sisolak announced a directive this week allowing school districts, along with charter and private schools, to reopen for summer school immediately, with specific restrictions. Under the guidance, districts will decide for themselves how to reopen their facilities. With the pandemic still underway, it remains unclear how big a role distance learning will play in the summer and fall. KUNR’s Bree Zender spoke with our reporter Natalie Van Hoozer to explore what Washoe County School District educators have learned about remote learning so far.

A murder cold-case sees a conviction after 40 years. A would-be burglar is found dead after falling through a roof. And the Washoe County School District has another lawsuit on its hands.

We have a special edition of IndyMatters this week on top of our normal episode with presidential hopeful Tom Steyer and two stories from our partners at KUNR on Nevada STD rates. This special episode is audio from an event we had in Reno with Washoe County School District where editor Jon Ralston sat down … Continue reading "IndyMatters Bonus Episode: IndyTalks Reno, the state of WCSD" The post IndyMatters Bonus Episode: IndyTalks Reno, the state of WCSD appeared first on The Nevada Independent.

We have a special edition of IndyMatters this week on top of our normal episode with presidential hopeful Tom Steyer and two stories from our partners at KUNR on Nevada STD rates. This special episode is audio from an event we had in Reno with Washoe County School District where editor Jon Ralston sat down … Continue reading "IndyMatters Bonus Episode: IndyTalks Reno, the state of WCSD"

This week we got to have a conversation with Lori Thomas, the Executive Director of Youth First. -- Lori started working with kids as a Young Life volunteer in college, 1979. (40 years ago) ---graduated from UNR, taught English and coached at Reed High School for 4 years ---went on YL staff and was Area Director in this area for 21 years ---taught alternative and Adult Ed part-time with Washoe County School District 20-ish years at various schools --worked @ Truckee Meadows Boys & Girls Club as director of teen centers for 3 years, while deciding what I wanted to be when I grew up. ☺ --Started Youth First in 2010 as Executive Director I oversee operations of four ministry teams (listed below), recruit, train and deploy volunteers and ministry helpers, oversee fundraisers, network with our community partners, and mentor young adults and young moms. Youth First is a non-denominational outreach that works within the context of mentoring and relationship-building to bring the gospel to kids and families in generational poverty and the urban parts of our city. We also mentor in terms of life skills, with homework help, emergency referrals, financial education, etc. YF MINISTRY “CLUBS” -- 1010 Moms Club (Moms in their 20's or teens) -- KFC (Kids First Club—an elementary school on Denslowe Dr / Lemelson Stem neighborhood) --Young Adults (kids coming out of Hug High) --Hug High YF club

Inclusion is more than integrating students into classrooms, its building a consensus of mutual understanding between schools, families, and students. Today’s guest, David Frydman, is the Executive Director of Student Services for Special Education for the Washoe County School District.  In today’s interview, he discusses the importance of creating individual specialized plans for students that meet their special needs to advance learning. This episode addresses the disparity gap and the benefits of communicating with parents to further inclusivity. To learn more about what David is doing to facilitate special education join Vickie and Amanda in this interview.  Show Highlights:  How David fell into his profession and the various different aspects of his experiences  What defines good teaching and effectively working with special education  Modifying instruction and intervening until progress is made  Defining inclusion and integrating a clear philosophy  Pulling students to receive the specific help they need and taking ownership of inclusion  Taking responsibilities for learning gaps and going about filling gaps  Getting school districts to talk about what needs to be done to improve inclusion in general education  Getting implementation specialists to collaborate with teachers directly through LEA trainings  Building strong relationships with families and walking parents through data  Understanding the end goal and focusing on student needs  Individualizing student needs and keeping parents involved  Replicating proactive steps and supporting students in the least restrictive environments  Questioning programs by opening the floor for conversation and collaboration  The importance of reflecting on programs and consulting with parents  The perspective shift that comes with being a parent  Resources Mentioned in the Show: Thank you for listening! Don’t forget to SUBSCRIBE to the show to receive every new episode delivered straight to your podcast player every Tuesday. If you enjoyed this episode and believe in our message, then please help us get the word out about this podcast. Rate and Review this show in Apple Podcasts, Stitcher Radio, or Google Play. It helps other listeners find this show. Be sure to connect with us and reach out with any questions/concerns: Facebook Instagram Twitter IEP website This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not to be construed as legal advice specific to your circumstances. If you need help with any legal matters, be sure to consult with an attorney regarding your specific needs. 

In this episode, Ms. Traci Davis, Superintendent of Washoe County School District opens up about her leadership journey. From teacher to Superintendent, Ms. Davis shares meaningful insight on how she has transformed lives through serving all children. She is intelligent, passionate, and committed to public education.

In this episode, Ms. Traci Davis, Superintendent of Washoe County School District opens up about her leadership journey. From teacher to Superintendent, Ms. Davis shares meaningful insight on how she has transformed lives through serving all children. She is intelligent, passionate, and committed to public education.

In this episode, Ms. Traci Davis, Superintendent of Washoe County School District opens up about her leadership journey. From teacher to Superintendent, Ms. Davis shares meaningful insight on how she has transformed lives through serving all children. She is intelligent, passionate, and committed to public education.

Going back to school happens every year, but what happens during summer break while the kids are out of class? Jeff Bonano, Dennis Bagley, and Peggy Rew talk about getting ready for the next school year. Dennis and Jeff also both share their experience as Sight Facilities Coordinators for the Washoe County School District.

Going back to school happens every year, but what happens during summer break while the kids are out of class? Jeff Bonano, Dennis Bagley, and Peggy Rew talk about getting ready for the next school year. Dennis and Jeff also both share their experience as Sight Facilities Coordinators for the Washoe County School District.

http://www.washoeschools.net/Page/198 http://cherihillshow.com/ Lisa-Marie Lightfoot (Administrator): Lisa-Marie Lightfoot has been with WCSD for 14 years. She has B.A. in Communications and Business and M.A.in Business with a Certificate in Volunteer Administration. She was one of the four founders of the Volunteer Administrators of Northern Nevada (VANN) and currently is a Board member of the Alliance of Nevada Non Profits, The Nevada Women’s History Projects and a member of the Foster-Grandparents Advisory Board. She is the supervisor for one of the largest AmeriCorps VISTA programs in Nevada. Dex Thomas (Program Services Technician): Dex has been with WCSD for 8 years. He has a B.A. In Human Services/Management. Dex started working as a teacher assistant at Rita Cannan Elementary as a second job while working as the director of a foster care agency. There he worked with mainly the after school program helping the students learn technology and sports. After a few years he came to the WCSD fulltime as a Re-engagement specialist where he found students who were considered vanished students and helped the student get back on track for success in school and provide the needed resources for the family. He later moved to another position as an Outreach Specialist where he built relationships and partnerships with several community agencies and several district departments. Dex is excited about the opportunity to work with volunteer services and to help volunteers be prepared to work within the school district.

www.Note-Ables.org Note-Able Music Therapy Services is the only nonprofit music therapy agency in Nevada and is committed to changing the face of disability through the power of music. Our performing group (The Note-Ables) plays an integral role in this process. Made up of twelve adults with disabilities, The Note-Ables have reached more than 9,000 audience members throughout northern Nevada in 2015. They were one of only six groups from across the state that were invited to perform at the Governor’s Inaugural Arts Celebration in 2011; they were also invited by Senator Mo Denis to sing at the opening of the Nevada state legislative session in February 2013. The group has also been part of several innovative and inclusive projects, including performing with the Reno Philharmonic, Reno Pops Orchestra, and the Reno Jazz Orchestra. Current services include on-site classes and individualized music therapy, community performances and workshops, and music therapy contracts with Northern Nevada Medical Center, Renown Children’s Hospital, Washoe County School District, and Circle of Life Hospice. www.CheriHillShow.com

www.Note-Ables.org Note-Able Music Therapy Services is the only nonprofit music therapy agency in Nevada and is committed to changing the face of disability through the power of music. Our performing group (The Note-Ables) plays an integral role in this process. Made up of twelve adults with disabilities, The Note-Ables have reached more than 9,000 audience members throughout northern Nevada in 2015. They were one of only six groups from across the state that were invited to perform at the Governor’s Inaugural Arts Celebration in 2011; they were also invited by Senator Mo Denis to sing at the opening of the Nevada state legislative session in February 2013. The group has also been part of several innovative and inclusive projects, including performing with the Reno Philharmonic, Reno Pops Orchestra, and the Reno Jazz Orchestra. Current services include on-site classes and individualized music therapy, community performances and workshops, and music therapy contracts with Northern Nevada Medical Center, Renown Children’s Hospital, Washoe County School District, and Circle of Life Hospice. www.CheriHillShow.com

A failure to communicate effectively with parents can translate into student failure. Language barriers, cumbersome or outdated communications systems and education jargon can all contribute to communication breaks. In this segment our guests offer guidance and tools. Follow: @Joe_Mazza @kwesibaby58, @4crains, @bamradionetwork Kwesi Rollins is a member of the Institute for Educational Leadership’s Senior Leadership Team, and guides IEL’s portfolio of programs designed to develop and support leaders with emphasis on Family and Community Engagement. D'Lisa Crains Leading efforts in Washoe County School District to build partnerships with families and schools.

Our national superintendent of the year, Heath Morrison, shares the strategies and programs that his district has used to deal successfully deal with the challenges we all face. Dr. Heath E. Morrison is the Superintendent of Washoe County School District in Reno, Nevada. The Washoe County School District is the second largest school district in Nevada with approximately 63,000 students enrolled in 94 schools.

Get inside details from three wellness experts on how to spark interest and participation in your wellness programs. William Baun, manager, human resources and wellness department at the University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Aaron Hardy, wellness coordinator with Washoe County School District and Rebecca Kelly, wellness coordinator at American Cast Iron Pipe Company (ACIPCO) Health Services share their secrets to success. Get all 21 secrets when you order 21 Creative Wellness Program Promotional Strategies, a February 8, 2006 audio conference on CD-ROM.

David Chenoweth, president, Chenoweth and Associates Inc., shares his thoughts on why team approaches to wellness are effective in the workplace. Chenoweth was joined by Margaret Frucci, human resource manager, Ocean Medical Center, part of Meridian Health System and Aaron Hardy, wellness coordinator, Washoe County School District, during Healthy Competition in the Workplace: Taking the Team Approach to Wellness, a November 15, 2005 audio conference available on CD-ROM which examined how workplace wellness programs are using competition between employees and departments to drive participation and results in wellness programs.