School Talks

May 17, 2026 ~ Host Robert Livernois discusses the role of high school counselors in shaping students’ post-graduation plans, featuring students from Lakeland and Milford High Schools and their counselors. The program also highlighted an AI-powered counseling app called “Little Nate” and structural changes in East Point Schools. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com

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May 10, 2026 ~ Host Robert Livernois hosts a discussion about the Belle Isle Nature Center with Amy Green, focusing on its free programs, urban nature focus, and upgrades to the nature play area. He also spoke about the Michigan Education Corps and its high-impact tutoring for students in reading and math, and the organization’s data-driven approach. He also explored the MI Early Apprentice Initiative's role in addressing the early childhood educator shortage and providing tuition-covered opportunities for aspiring educators. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com

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May, 3, 2026 ~ Host Robert Livernois hosted a discussion at Oakland Schools about Michigan’s K-12 literacy and dyslexia law. The law aims to improve literacy outcomes by 2027 through a system-wide approach rather than simple compliance. Oakland Schools supports districts by integrating curriculum, assessment, intervention, and leadership into existing multi-tiered systems, with a phased implementation focusing on elementary and secondary levels. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com

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April 26, 2026 ~ Host Robert Livernois discusses career and technical education, focusing on construction management and skilled trades. He explores engineering ethics and construction management education, highlighting the importance of learning from mistakes and a holistic approach to projects. He also discusses workforce development initiatives and hands-on learning experiences for students. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com

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April 19, 2026 ~ Host Robert Livernpois discussed the IGNITE jail education program with Chris Swanson, Genesee County Sheriff and candidate for governor, focusing on its role in reducing recidivism and poverty, and plans to scale it statewide. He also spoke with legal experts about changes in teacher evaluation systems and the impact of the unregulated substance CRATEM on schools. Finally, he explored construction projects in metro Detroit, particularly in education and community revitalization. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com

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April 12, 2026 ~ Host Robert Livernois discusses the evolution of school security, noting that early efforts focused on physical building fortification, while current strategies emphasize proactive measures like behavioral threat assessments. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com

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April 5, 2026 ~ Host Robert Livernois focuses on career-related partnerships between schools and industry. He speaks with representatives from Macomb County, Ford Next Generation Learning, Romeo High School, Lanson, Incorporated, and Centerline High School about how these collaborations provide students with real-world learning experiences, job shadows, and internships. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com

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March 29, 2026 ~ hosted a discussion on innovative educational practices, featuring guests from Plymouth Canton Community Schools who discussed their groundbreaking AI curriculum and its impact on teaching and learning. He also spoke with Dr. Simone Griffin about her Miracles framework for Benton Harbor Area Schools and Joe Bush from Boldly Moving Education Ahead about their youth leadership development program. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com

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March 22, 2026 ~ Host Robert Livernois discusses student discipline in Michigan public schools, focusing on laws, due process, and factors like the seven-factor analysis. He also explores the differences in rules for public versus private schools, mandatory expulsion offenses, and reinstatement processes. The conversation also touches on bullying, anti-discrimination laws, and the impact of restorative practices in schools. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com

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March 15, 2026 ~ Host Robert Livernois explores a plan to turn someone's childhood home into a music school and museum for gifted students. He then looked at Life Remodeled's work revitalizing Detroit neighborhoods and repurposing school buildings into opportunity hubs. Lastly, he looks at the Michigan Education Trust and how it helps families save for college. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com

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