We Can Do EPIC Things

Do you have students in your class that have mastered all of the standards or they’re performing above grade level? Are you always struggling to figure out what work to give them? This is the episode for you! In this episode we talk with Judith Lombard, DHS assistant principal and GATE coordinator, and get her expert advice on all things gifted/high achieving.

Hot take: What if the problem isn’t screen time?! In this episode, we explore screen time and three shifts to consider when thinking about or planning for instruction.

Jakota Wass is back and he has a new album out! We had a great time talking Jakota and hearing about the recording process, what’s next, and a flashback Halloween costume that will definitely make you laugh! 🤠

Our first school episode of the season! In this episode, we talk with Blaine Spires (principal at SES) along with students and staff about the great things that come with combining schools, the challenges, and the fun events happening at Scarselli!

We are back with another informative episode and this week’s topic is The Science of Reading. We talk about how it’s a senate bill, the plan to train DCSD teachers, and what it looks like for all teachers. Listen and learn about how it’s actually not one more thing on your plate!

Have you been hearing things about a new NEPF? Are you curious about the details of the NEPF redesign? We’ve got you. In this episode, we go over the changes and also the things that haven’t changed. Spoiler alert: there is a lot that has not changed! Tune in to hear about the Nevada Educator Performance Framework.

This episode is full of so much information about our very own Gardnerville, Nevada! We talk with Jen Tune, Executive Director of Main Street Gardnerville, about the history of the town, upcoming events, and how teachers can get their students involved.

This week we have returning guest Leslie Peters with us to discuss what empowerment looks like to her and how it came to be our district theme. Stay tuned for the end for our hot tip of the week!

Recess or lunch? English or History? In this episode, we do a brief catch up about summer and give updates on a few this happening this fall. Tune in to hear our hot tip about how to design learning for your students using a quick and easy this or that!

We are back with season 4! In this episode, Superintendent Alvarado joins us with a welcome back message to kick off a new school year. This year’s theme is Empower and we hope to bring you episodes throughout season 4 that make you feel empowered as an educator (along with some laughter and joy)!