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Welcome back to The Path Forward! In this episode recorded at TASA Midwinter 2025 Dr. Rick Fernandez reconnects with returning guest Dr. Tory Hill, Superintendent of Channelview ISD. Dr. Hill shares groundbreaking innovations for special education students, including a custom-designed tiny home "Living Learning Lab" and a workforce partnership with the Houston Food Bank. Learn how Channelview ISD creates an educational ecosystem where truly all students are empowered to thrive through innovative thinking, strategic partnerships, and a leadership philosophy that prioritizes student voice. Don't miss this inspiring conversation about breaking barriers and creating meaningful pathways to independence for every student!
To learn more about PracticePlan visit their website at www.practiceplan.io
Host: Dr. Rick Fernandez
Guest: Dr. Tory Hill, Superintendent, Channelview ISD
Time Stamps & Show Notes:
(00:00 - 00:40) Introduction and Sponsor Message from Practice Plan
(00:41 - 01:30) Guest Introduction: "Innovator Extraordinaire"
(01:31 - 03:29) The Living Learning Lab: Tiny Home for Special Education Students
(03:30 - 05:19) Genesis of the Tiny Home Project
(05:20 - 06:49) "Innovative Bubbles": Creating Safe Spaces for Risk-Taking
(06:50 - 08:49) Parent Reactions to the Special Education Innovations
(08:50 - 10:49) Houston Food Bank Partnership for Work-Based Learning
(10:50 - 12:19) Leadership Philosophy: "Hire Well and Get Out of the Way"
(12:20 - 14:19) Student Voice and Meeting Individual Needs
(14:20 - 15:39) Innovation as a Necessity in Today's Educational Landscape
(15:40 - 17:39) Advice for New Superintendents: Know Yourself First
(17:40 - 19:39) Channelview Students and Workforce Development
(19:40 - 21:00) Closing Thoughts and Future Collaboration
Hashtags: #ChannelviewISD #EducationalInnovation #SpecialEducation #IndependentLiving #WorkforceDevelopment #StudentVoice #SuperintendentLeadership #InnovativeBubbles #SpecialServices #WorkBasedLearning #AllMeansAll #StudentSuccess #EducationalPartnership #TexasEducation #ThePathForward
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By Podcast Architects & Rick FernandezWelcome back to The Path Forward! In this episode recorded at TASA Midwinter 2025 Dr. Rick Fernandez reconnects with returning guest Dr. Tory Hill, Superintendent of Channelview ISD. Dr. Hill shares groundbreaking innovations for special education students, including a custom-designed tiny home "Living Learning Lab" and a workforce partnership with the Houston Food Bank. Learn how Channelview ISD creates an educational ecosystem where truly all students are empowered to thrive through innovative thinking, strategic partnerships, and a leadership philosophy that prioritizes student voice. Don't miss this inspiring conversation about breaking barriers and creating meaningful pathways to independence for every student!
To learn more about PracticePlan visit their website at www.practiceplan.io
Host: Dr. Rick Fernandez
Guest: Dr. Tory Hill, Superintendent, Channelview ISD
Time Stamps & Show Notes:
(00:00 - 00:40) Introduction and Sponsor Message from Practice Plan
(00:41 - 01:30) Guest Introduction: "Innovator Extraordinaire"
(01:31 - 03:29) The Living Learning Lab: Tiny Home for Special Education Students
(03:30 - 05:19) Genesis of the Tiny Home Project
(05:20 - 06:49) "Innovative Bubbles": Creating Safe Spaces for Risk-Taking
(06:50 - 08:49) Parent Reactions to the Special Education Innovations
(08:50 - 10:49) Houston Food Bank Partnership for Work-Based Learning
(10:50 - 12:19) Leadership Philosophy: "Hire Well and Get Out of the Way"
(12:20 - 14:19) Student Voice and Meeting Individual Needs
(14:20 - 15:39) Innovation as a Necessity in Today's Educational Landscape
(15:40 - 17:39) Advice for New Superintendents: Know Yourself First
(17:40 - 19:39) Channelview Students and Workforce Development
(19:40 - 21:00) Closing Thoughts and Future Collaboration
Hashtags: #ChannelviewISD #EducationalInnovation #SpecialEducation #IndependentLiving #WorkforceDevelopment #StudentVoice #SuperintendentLeadership #InnovativeBubbles #SpecialServices #WorkBasedLearning #AllMeansAll #StudentSuccess #EducationalPartnership #TexasEducation #ThePathForward