In this episode, we speak to Dr. Ehren Jarrett, superintendent of Rockford Public Schools, in a wide-ranging interview on how the district rebounded from a cyber security attack last fall, invested its EBF dollars and how it plans to utilize its federal CARES funding. In addition, Jarrett discusses Rockford's remote learning plan and what learning could look like in the fall. Our podcast is sponsored by American Fidelity. Consider American Fidelity for a different opinion on employer benefit solutions for education. 

The spread of COVID-19 has created a change in working conditions for educators across Illinois. In this episode, we speak to attorney David Braun of the law firm Miller, Tracy, Braun, Funk & Miller, and IASA Associate Director/General Counsel Chad Watkins, about collective bargaining issues related to remote learning. The podcast features an in-depth discussion on critical matters school leaders will face, and serves as a guide to help superintendents navigate labor relations moving forward. Our podcast is sponsored by American Fidelity. Consider American Fidelity for a different opinion on employer benefit solutions for education.

We continue our series learning about how school districts across Illinois responded to remote learning with a perspective from large unit districts. Our guests are Dr. Tad Everett, superintendent of Sterling CUSD #5, and Dr. John Burkey, executive director of the Large Unit District Association. In addition to discussing remote learning this year, Everett and Burkey share their thoughts on next school year and how education could change in the future. Our podcast is sponsored by American Fidelity. Consider American Fidelity for a different opinion on employer benefit solutions for education.

What does remote learning in Illinois look like from an urban district perspective? In this episode, we discover how Thornton Twp HSD #205 is continuing to serve and support its students through this difficult time. Our guests are Superintendent Dr. Nathaniel Cunningham and Brett Fickes, Director of Curriculum and Instruction. Our podcast is sponsored by American Fidelity. Consider American Fidelity for a different opinion on employer benefit solutions for education.

What does remote learning look like for a leading technology district? In this episode, we speak to Dr. Colleen Pacatte, superintendent of Gurnee District 56, to learn how their district responded to remote learning. Gurnee took part in the state's pilot e-learning program and has been one-to-one for years. Our podcast is sponsored by American Fidelity. Consider American Fidelity for a different opinion on employer benefit solutions for education.

In this episode, we speak to Larry Lovel, superintendent of Trico CUSD #176, about how his district in rural southern Illinois has adapted to remote learning, despite facing significant issues with internet connectivity. Lovel also discusses the financial challenges his district will face next school year and how education could change forever. Our podcast is sponsored by American Fidelity. Consider American Fidelity for a different opinion on employer benefit solutions for education.

In this episode, we welcome three superintendents from different parts of the state for a panel discussion on remote learning and how their school districts are responding to a number of new challenges. Our guests are Steve Murphy, superintendent of Carbondale CHSD #165, Dee Scott, superintendent of Casey-Westfield CUSD #4C and Dr. Jon Bartelt, superintendent of Bloomingdale SD #13. Our podcast is sponsored by American Fidelity. Consider American Fidelity for a different opinion on employer benefit solutions for education.

Dr. Voltz has spent years encouraging superintendents to focus on work/life balance. In this episode, he provides new work/life balance tips in the era of social distancing as well as shares a message about the importance of maintaining healthy habits. In addition, Dr. Voltz provides tips for schools about how to continue to engage with students.  Our podcast is sponsored by American Fidelity. Consider American Fidelity for a different opinion on employer benefit solutions for education.

Dr. Mike Jacoby, executive director and CEO of the Illinois Association of School Business Officials, comes on the IASA podcast to discuss financial planning during COVID-19. This podcast doubles as IASA COVID-19 Swat Team Report #9. 

One way educators can engage with students and families while school buildings are closed is through Facebook Live. In this episode, we speak to David LaFrance, principal at Oakland Elementary School in the Bloomington Public Schools District 87. LaFrance began recording Facebook Live videos after schools were closed due to COVID-19. The sessions have become very popular with students and families, allowing LaFrance to remain connected. Our podcast is sponsored by American Fidelity. Consider American Fidelity for a different opinion on employer benefit solutions for education.