In this episode… Early Education, Assistant Principals Day, and Spring Has Sprung.

Learn more about the work of assistant principals with Katie Pena, Assistant Principal from Pinnacle High School. Then, find out about the student-led garden at Hidden Hills Elementary School. Dr. Bales speaks with Dr. Courson and Dr. Jeras about the district’s Administrative Intern Management Program, or AIM. Finally, take a deeper dive into the preschool programs PVSchools offers.

In this episode… Professional Learning Communities, a Fun-Filled Community Track & Field Event, and Prom Boutique!

Join us for exciting insights on the PLC survey courtesy of the Professional Development Department. Dr. Bales talks with the creators of the popular Prom Boutique. And, learn more about the fantastic Ron Smith Classic community track & field event at Shadow Mountain High School.

In this episode… PVBeat turns one!

Step aboard the PVBeat time machine as we rewind the clock to savor our favorite moments of the past year. First stop, relive the award-winning segment where Dr. Bales learns how to drive a school bus. Next, we follow Kara as she delves deeper into the world of artificial intelligence with Shadow Mountain's AI Ambassador, Georgiana Barefield. We also spotlight Paws in Paradise, where lovable pups join our podcast. Finally, our journey down memory lane concludes with the PVSchools 14th annual 5K fun run.

Learn more about the elementary International Baccalaureate (IB) program with Vicky Raymond, Quail Run Elementary principal. Dr. Bales speaks with Andrea Cunningham and Sally Henzel about the Professional Development Department's commitment to elevating the skills of staff within PVSchools. Finally, Jessica Harrington provides an overview of the upcoming state testing and shares tips on how students and parents can prepare for these assessments.

In this episode… International Baccalaureate, Happy Read Across America Week, and Young Women Making Athletics History.

Dr. Bales takes a trip to North Canyon High School to cheer on the inaugural season of girls' flag football. Immerse yourself in the International Baccalaureate (IB) world, where students are academically prepared for a future of excellence.

In this episode… Read Across America, Sights & Sounds, and thank you for choosing PVSchools.

Discover a symphony of young talent as Maureen Minnick, the director of Fine Arts, previews the 14th annual Sights and Sounds Fine Arts event. Dr. Bales discusses Public Schools Week in this week's State of the District. We quiz district employees on their book knowledge for Read Across America Week and wrap up CTE Month by looking at the Marketing and Business programs at Pinnacle High.

In this episode… Year of the Dragon, Arizona’s First STEAM district, and Career and Technical Education.

Learn more about Whispering Wind Academy's Mandarin immersion program as students prepare to celebrate the Lunar New Year at Paradise Valley High School. Dr. Bales speaks with Dr. Shaun Holmes about PVSchools' trailblazing aspirations of becoming a STEAM district. The show rounds off by previewing the upcoming Women in STEAM event with STEM CREST Coordinator Pam Fulk.

In this episode… Exploring Middle School Opportunities, Sports Medicine, and it's CTE Month!

Embark on a journey through the dynamic world of Career and Technical Education (CTE) where the possibilities are as varied as the interests of our students. Dr. Bales speaks with Nicole Reynolds from Paradise Valley High School's sports medicine program, Kara meets with engineering students at Explorer Middle School and Melissa Molzhon, Director of CTE, pulls back the curtain to reveal the full spectrum of ambition and innovation that our programs embody.

In this episode…, A Student Closeup, Music Technology, and School Counselor's Week.

Learn more about a student's award-winning photography work as CTE Month continues, and take a deep dive into the music technology program at NVAA. Dr. Bales speaks with Jill Barragan in State of the District, and take a closer look into the critical work of school counselors.

In this episode… Mandarin Immersion, National Board Certified Teachers, and All That Jazz.

Learn more about the Mandarin Language Immersion program at Whispering Wind Academy and the Horizon Husky Pom Team’s latest achievements. Dr. Bales speaks with Jen Hudson about our Nationally Board Certified teachers. Also, take a deeper dive into social media use within PVSchools.