January 03, 2024

It Takes a Village to Raise a Child: The Role of Community in Education with Talisa L. Dixon, Former Superintendent/CEO of Columbus City Schools

38 minutes

Education is a fundamental aspect of any society and plays a vital role in shaping the future of individuals and communities. While schools are the primary institutions that impart knowledge and skills, they cannot operate in isolation. The importance of community partnerships in education cannot be overstated. In this episode of the Learning Through Technology podcast, we speak with Talisa L. Dixon, Former Superintendent/CEO of Columbus City Schools.

Join us as we cover the following topics:

The importance of partnerships between schools and the community
The need for collaboration and accountability within partnerships
How the steam initiative provides a community partnership for teachers
Resources for learning more about education

Talisa was the Former Superintendent/CEO of Columbus City Schools, the official school district for Columbus, Ohio. 46,686 students are currently enrolled, making it the largest school district in the state of Ohio. She also previously worked as Superintendent at Cleveland Heights-University Heights. Talisa’s accolades include serving on the board of directors for several organizations, including I Know I Can, the Council of Great City Schools, Otterbein University, and the United Way of Central Ohio.

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Episode Resources:

Talisa L. Dixon on LinkedIn
Columbus City Schools Website
STS Education Website
STS Education on LinkedIn

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