We talked with LCPS Fine Arts Supervisor Michael Pierson about his experiences, insights about education, what he's learned, and what matters most.

Featured in this episode are Mr. Michael Pierson, Dr. Dana Varona, Mr. Andrew Foote, Mrs. Turner McAllister, and Mr. Paul Thiessen

Paul and Turner talk with the Instructional Facilitator in Reading for Pinebrook, Beth Rhodes. Beth shares what she's learned and how implementation is going and has messages for teachers and parents about the work.

Paul, Turner, and 5th Grade Counselor Lisa Morales talk about the overview, essential things to think about, and guidance to helping parents with moving students on to 6th grade.

See Puma Paw, the Pinebrook website for Rising 6th Grade Info, or an email with a newsletter about current information for parents!

Paul, Turner, and 5th Grade Teacher Susan Fulop talk with LCPS Elementary Education Director Elaine Layman about her position, her vision, and how she helps our school.

Paul and Turner talk with LCPS Early Literacy and Elementary Reading and Writing Specialist Kathryn Neal about the reading program that the teacher will use and why it matters to our teachers, parents, and students.

Questions asked:

Begin with Kathryn's background

Mentioned parent's support resources will be available in LCPSGO.

Ms. Boyd, Paul, Ms. Yamoah, and fifth-grade students Geet, Manasvi, and Kendall talk about Pinebrook memories, favorite things, and their lasting messages for the community.

Paul and Turner talk to the PE Dream Team at Pinebrook, which includes Kara Hallet, Laura Manduzio, Amy Worrest, and Katie Rainier. They share their insights on developing a PE program that emphasizes motivation and community connections as a path for students and families.

Resources for parents - click here!

Paul, Turner and a few Puma students talk with Superintendent Dr. Aaron Spence

Latoya and Paul talk with our fifth-grade Student Ambassadors and Patrols about being student leaders.

Paul and Turner talk with Reading Specialist Jeannie Baier and 4th-grade teachers Brittany Harris and Amy Jo Bollinger about the power of Word Study.