In Heather's education series, she interviews Dr. Melissa Sadorf, a superintendent with over 30 years of experience across various roles in the Arizona public school system. They discuss Dr. Sadorf's background, leadership style, goals, challenges recruiting staff to rural areas, perspectives on state testing, the tight-knit community around her small district, upcoming projects like a book for new rural superintendents and her podcast highlighting rural education, and advice for those interested in school leadership. The conversation provides insight into the responsibilities and experiences of a veteran superintendent leading a rural school district.

In this final episode of Heather's Most Precious Education Series, Heather interviews Andrea Short, the principal of Ooltewah Middle School in Tennessee. They discuss Andrea's background and path to education and administration. Topics covered include building a positive school culture, addressing students' diverse needs, effective communication with parents, ideas for community support, and ultimately doing what's best for students. Andrea shares insights into a middle school principal's responsibilities and vision for her school. She emphasizes the importance of teamwork among staff and engaging the community to help students thrive.

In this episode of Heather's Most Precious, Hannah Hudson, an elementary school principal in Hamilton County, Tennessee, shares insights into her daily responsibilities and priorities as a school leader. Hudson discusses the importance of being visible and building relationships with students, how she supports teachers through observations and feedback, and her philosophy on balancing fun with education to create an enriching school environment. She also offers advice to parents on partnering with schools, encourages teachers interested in leadership, and shares the joys and challenges of helping students overcome difficulties. Hudson conveys her passion for public education and the belief that schools shape society's future.

In this episode of Heather's Most Precious, host Heather interviews music teacher Hannah Carter about the impact of music education. Hannah shares how supportive teachers inspired her passion for music education and describes what she finds most rewarding about teaching chorus and general music. Several of Hannah's former students also contribute testimonials about how her teaching empowered them to pursue music and changed their lives for the better. The episode explores how music education develops important life skills in students, highlights the need for community support of school arts programs, and conveys an uplifting message about the profound influence passionate teachers can have.

In this episode, Heather interviews high school economics teacher James about his journey into education and his experiences teaching at Howard School in Chattanooga. They discuss the opportunities Howard provides students through career training programs, James' teaching philosophy, and ways the community can support teachers.

In this episode, host Heather interviews homeschool mother Susie Simmons about her family's transition from private school to homeschooling during the COVID-19 pandemic. They discuss the reasons for switching to homeschooling, the challenges of adjusting to a rigorous homeschool curriculum, the benefits of customizing education and allowing kids to play sports at local public schools, resources available for families considering homeschooling, and how the pandemic opened up more homeschooling options as that form of education continues to grow.

In this episode, host Heather interviews elementary school teacher Leigh Grady about ways parents can support their child's education and build positive relationships with teachers. They discuss topics like communication between teachers and parents, preparing kids for transitions to new grades, and encouraging independence.

Heather chats with Josselyn Neilson about how body positivity and a desire to showcase all kinds of beauty led Josselyn to open The North Star Boutique and how their experiences as women of faith have impacted their lives and entrepreneurial passions.

Find Josselyn's boutique online at https://www.thenorthstarboutique.com/

Meghan Splawn, co-host of the podcast Didn't I Just Feed You, chats with Heather about the inspiration behind her show and what she finds most precious in life.

Meghan Splawn, co-host of the podcast Didn't I Just Feed You, chats with Heather about the inspiration behind her show and what she finds most precious in life. This is a two-part episode to be finished next week!