AUHSD Future Talks

In this episode of AUHSD Future Talks, Superintendent Matsuda discusses the redesigning of schools in the age of artificial intelligence with educational leaders Barnett Berry and David Brazer. During the talk, the group defines redesigning schools, the north star in the age of AI, instructional redesign, performance task assessments, using AI to synthesize assessments, redesigning work experiences for students, concurrent enrollment, the role of relational intelligence, and intentional collaboration/reflection.

In this episode of AUHSD Future Talks, Superintendent Matsuda interviews Dr. Stefan Bean, Orange County's Superintendent of Schools. During the talk, Dr. Bean discusses his journey, the role of the Orange County Department of Education, declining enrollment issues, artificial intelligence, federal cuts in education, and goals for the county.

Dr. Bean is a lifelong educator and advocate for equity, was unanimously appointed as Orange County’s 12th superintendent of schools in June 2024, bringing with him over 25 years of experience as a teacher, principal, and administrator. His journey from a war orphan and English learner with a disability to a USC graduate and leader of schools across Southern California reflects his deep commitment to marginalized students. Prior to his appointment, he led Irvine International Academy and held senior leadership roles at Aspire Public Schools, overseeing TK–12 campuses. A proud product of the foster care system, Dr. Bean credits his success to perseverance, community support, and his late wife Janet. Today, he champions every student’s right to thrive.

In this episode of AUHSD Future Talks podcast, Superintendent Matsuda interviews Cory Stadther, Director of Downloadable Content at LifeBoat, and Dominik Blanchet, Assistant Director of Downloadable Content at LifeBoat. During the discussion the group discusses Minecraft in Education, the AUHSD Reinventing Communities project, creating a Game Design pathway, parent concerns with gaming, the benefits of gaming, and the upcoming AUHSD Reinventing Communities Minecraft Build Challenge.

​In this episode of AUHSD Future Talks, Superintendent Matsuda interviews AUHSD teacher leaders and AI Deeper Learning Summit presenters, Bill Johnson, Ray Solorzano, and Taylor Thorne. During the interview, the group discusses thought-provoking ideas regarding artificial intelligence in education.

In this episode of AUHSD Future Talks, Superintendent Matsuda discusses school redesign with Orangeview Junior High School Principal Bindi Crawford and Orangeview Teacher/5Cs Coach Ann Rice. During the talk, the group defines school redesign, the Learning Policy Institute's 10 Principles of Redesign, student engagement, Kid Talk and Advisory in a redesign school, A.I. and eKadence, impacting student lives, challenges, and student experience in the future.

In this episode of AUHSD Future Talks, Superintendent Matsuda interviews Dr. John Malloy, Assistant Executive Director, Leadership Network, AASA, The School Superintendents Association. During the talk, Dr. Malloy discusses his journey, common challenges when implementing change within districts, developing student voice and agency, what districts are measuring, having a healthy skepticism, structures supporting teachers, AI and the future of education, and how to take care of ourselves.

Dr. Malloy came to AASA after serving as superintendent of San Ramon Valley Unified School District (Calif.) for 4 years and prior to that, as the Director of Education (superintendent) at the Toronto District School Board in Toronto. He has an extensive background in education at all levels and is a fierce advocate for an equitable, accessible, quality public education. 

Dr. Malloy has taken his vision for learning and student engagement to new heights in SRVUSD. He led the District to adopt their Strategic Directions, which now guide the definition of student success built upon the existing foundation of academic excellence. Dr. Malloy prioritizes student voice, ensuring that students have space to share their stories and insights, and that all of the district’s work is guided by the experience and expertise of students, staff, parents/caregivers and the wider community. Developing leaders at every level of the organization is his passion and priority.

In this episode of AUHSD Future Talks, Superintendent Matsuda interviews Dheeraj Koppu, an AUHSD student intern at Cypress High School. During the conversation, Mr. Koppu discusses his story, an internship at eKadence, Skrappy and individualized tutoring, advice to educators regarding AI, the role of schools and critical thinking, AI competency in education, and his goals in the world of artificial intelligence. 

In this episode of AUHSD Future Talks, Superintendent Matsuda interviews Dr. Matthew Doyle, Superintendent of the Vista Unified School District.  During the talk, Dr. Doyle discusses his journey, a Framework for the Future, the Learner/Adult/Systems Portrait, building a culture, a career superhighway, the architecture of an apprenticeships program, and advice to other educational leaders.

Dr. Doyle has spent 34 years in education as a teacher, site administrator, district administrator, and county administrator. Dr. Doyle has extensive experience supporting English language learners and students with special needs. He is responsible for leading the design and implementation of the district strategic plan, the Blueprint for Educational Excellence and Innovation, in response to the State of California Local Control Funding Formula (LCFF) provisions. Dr. Doyle’s primary focus is to create the conditions for transforming a traditional educational organization into a scalable, sustainable personal learning environment. The Personal Learning Challenge project won the Golden Bell Award from the California School Boards Association. Vista Unified was recently awarded the California Department of Education 2022 Pivotal Practice Award for demonstrating innovative practices in response to the global pandemic. 

In this episode of AUHSD Future Talks, Superintendent Matsuda interviews Kunal Dalal and Wes Kriesel, the two Administrators of AI and Innovation at the Orange County Department of Education. During the talk, Mr. Dalal and Mr. Kriesel discuss their journeys, an AI framework for educators, empowerment with AI, how AI is being used to humanize teaching and learning, AI and parents, and a partnership with AI.

In this episode of AUHSD Future Talks, Superintendent Matsuda interviews Alan Sitomer, California Teacher of the Year award winner, nationally renowned keynote speaker, and the author of 22 books. Alan specializes in engaging disengaged, underperforming students and elevating academic achievement while building a pathway for kids to enter a workforce being rapidly changed by technology. During the talk, Mr. Sitomer discusses his journey, entrepreneurship, eSports, education and eSports, game design and advice for school districts, careers in eSports, and the future of eSports in education.