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.

In Episode 12, Joy Kerr-Owens turns the tables on Russ Howell, asking him questions about his GVA origin story and his new role as Director of Education Services and Innovation.

In Episode 11, Principal Joy Kerr-Owens shares her personal journey, her GVA journey, and her vision for the GVA Homeschool program. Additionally, we learn about some exciting GVA initiatives that have already begun and some that will be launched in the near future. NOTE: This conversation took place in the spring of '23. This lapse in time will be evident at a few points in the conversation, but we believe the content remains worthy of sharing.

In Episode 10: Welcome, Principal de Visser!, GVA Salida principal Russ Howell welcomes Brianna de Visser to her new role as GVA Modesto principal. Listen and learn why GVA Modesto students, staff, and families should be very excited about their newest leader.

In Episode 9: Transitions, GVA principals Mike Ruehle and Russ Howell discuss a significant transition taking place on the GVA Modesto campus: Principal Ruehle's pending departure. Join them as they reflect on Mr. Ruehle's GVA journey, and find out why you should be excited about his successor.

In Episode 8: GVA Core Value of Dedication, GVA Salida Principal Russ Howell and GVA Superintendent Tom Anderson discuss the GVA Core Value of dedication. What is it? What is it not? And why is it a core value?

In Episode 7: Renewing the Vision, Russ Howell and GVA Superintendent Tom Anderson discuss GVA's efforts to embrace a process of renewal, ensuring GVA's successful transition through a change in leadership and post-COVID realities.

In Episode 6: 7 Developmental Skills that Most Impact Reading Success, GVA founder, Dr. Eldon Rosenow, and GVA Salida principal, Russ Howell,  summarize GVA's innovative Smart Reading System and share some encouraging data recently collected from GVA's students.