School Buzz

Episode 75- Cell Phones and Middle Schools- Guest Richelle Pulos, principal of Amargosa Creek, discusses the negative impact of cell phones on campus and the district's implementation of Yondr bags for the upcoming school year.

Episode 74- Guests Cindy Queen and Karla Tobar explain the process by which EL Learners are reclassified and the ways the district supports EL learners and their families.

Episode 73- Guest Trish Wilson, Coordinator of Mental Health, discusses school crisis and the role of counselors.

Episode- 72- Guest Todd Coleman, Director of Human Resources, discusses new teacher bonuses and why the school district needs them to recruit highly qualified teachers.

Episode 71- Guest Kym Cochran discusses student behavior on campus and how adults can help. We also talk about the role of social media in influencing students, Capturing Kids Hearts and Positive Behavior Interventions.

Episode 70- Guest Brandon Weber discussed cyber security threats and the tools used to protect the district. He also provides some tips to keep you safe at home online.

Episode 69- Guests DeeDee Anderson and Edith Avilez discuss the benefits of using social media to inform parents of the positive happenings on campus. They talk about the challenges and creating a team to support them in this work.

Episode 68- Community Schools Grant. Guest Sam Yuom, the Executive Director of Family and Student Services, provides information on the Community School Grant and how expanded services will be provided for students

Episode 67- Supporting New Teachers. Guests Renee Rubio and Michelle Lambeth discuss new teacher support and how to get help if you need it. They even tell us about their first year of teaching.

Episode 66- End of the First Year- Guest, Superintendent, Dr. Paul Marietti discusses his first year in Lancaster School District - the accomplishments and surprises in our district.