The GVA Way

Join Tom and Russ as they unpack GVA Core Belief #3, that students deserve instruction that is rigorous, meaningful, and experiential.

Tom and Russ return to discuss GVA Core Belief #2, that every classroom should be a needs-fulfilling environment where relationships are prioritized.

In episode 19, Superintendent Tom Anderson and Director of Ed Services Russ Howell discuss the first of GVA's ten core beliefs, creating a safe and inclusive environment where all students - regardless of race, language, learning needs, or life experiences - are empowered to grow academically, socially, and emotionally.

In Episode 19, we introduce the GVA community to new Salida principal, Kayla Jefferson. Listen and learn about her path to GVA Salida, personal interests, and more!

In Episode 18, GVA Superintendent Tom Anderson discusses the Next 3, a three year plan that identifies priority goals and actions to help GVA students and staff thrive. Listen and learn about the plan and your opportunity to help shape it.

In Episode 17, Russ speaks with veteran GVA Modesto junior high teacher, Bev Broedlow, about the importance of developing positive student behaviors and the challenges that must be overcome to do so. Is extrinsic the way to go? Is behavior more important than character? What is the "quality world" concept and how does it apply to school?

In Episode 16, Mrs. Lindsey Duran share's her vision and excitement for the TK (transitional kindergarten) program that GVA will launch in the fall. Check it out!

In today's episode, we wrap up the conversations between Russ Howell and Joy Kerr-Owens. This episode will cover Russ' transition from Salida Principal to Director of Ed Services, some of the exciting work taking place at GVA this year, as well as Russ' reasons for considering himself a "GVA Lifer." Enjoy!

In Episode 14, Megan Kubicek, GVA's Coordinator of School-based Mental Health Services, identifies five peace pillagers of the holiday season and offers strategies to help listeners increase the peace for themselves and for their families.

Episode 13 serves as an introduction to episode 14, Increase the Peace this Holiday Season. Learn from Megan Kubicek, GVA's Coordinator of School-Based Mental Health Services, as she and Russ discuss the struggles many people face during the holiday season and, more importantly, how we can increase our peace through the holidays.