Episodes

Friday Jan 20, 2023
#041 with Kate Ringstad and the Transition Alliance Program
Friday Jan 20, 2023
Friday Jan 20, 2023
On this episode, we were joined by Kate Ringstad, the Transition Alliance Program Coordinator and had an amazing conversation about TAP, why transition planning and education is so important, what families and students need to know about these services, and most of all, how TAP helps students.

Thursday Dec 08, 2022
#040 - Being the Madrigal Dinner Jester with Clara Fields
Thursday Dec 08, 2022
Thursday Dec 08, 2022
On this episode, we were joined by Ames High Senior, Clara Fields, and had an amazing conversation about what goes into madrigal dinner, what it is like to play the jester, and how being part of this tradition has made her feel connected to her school.

Friday Aug 12, 2022
AEP #039 - New Ames CSD Website with Amy DeLashmutt
Friday Aug 12, 2022
Friday Aug 12, 2022
On this episode, we were joined by Ames CSD Communication Specialist Amy DeLashmutt and had an amazing conversation about the launch our new website, the incredible work that went into it, and how this website is integral with our other communications strategies.

Tuesday Aug 02, 2022
#038 - 100-Day Entry Plan with Dr. Julious Lawson
Tuesday Aug 02, 2022
Tuesday Aug 02, 2022
On this episode, we were joined by Ames CSD Superintendent Dr. Julious Lawson and had an amazing conversation about his 100-Day Entry Plan, the importance of building relationships in the community, and some of the big rocks for this school year.

Friday May 27, 2022
#037 - Creating Meaningful Art with Lindsay Wede
Friday May 27, 2022
Friday May 27, 2022
On this episode, we were joined by Ames High art teacher Lindsay Wede. We had an amazing conversation about how she approaches projects, getting students to engage with the art community, and whether art should be judged.

Thursday Apr 28, 2022
#036 - Being a Kid Magnet with Laura Clausen
Thursday Apr 28, 2022
Thursday Apr 28, 2022
On this episode, we were joined by elementary teacher Laura Clausen. We had an amazing conversation about building relationships with students and what it means to be a kid magnet.

Monday Mar 28, 2022
#035 - A Championship Tradition with Vance Downs
Monday Mar 28, 2022
Monday Mar 28, 2022
On this episode, we were joined by Ames High boys basketball coach, Vance Downs. We had an amazing conversation about this year’s state championship, coaching in general, and then take time to walk down memory lane to revisit some of the most storied teams.

Friday Feb 25, 2022
#034 - National Board Certified Teacher with James Webb
Friday Feb 25, 2022
Friday Feb 25, 2022
On this episode, we were joined by Ames High teacher James Webb. We had an amazing conversation about the process that he went through to be a National Board Certified Teacher and how it reignited his passion for teaching.

Thursday Feb 10, 2022
#033 - Educational Leadership with Dr. Julious Lawson
Thursday Feb 10, 2022
Thursday Feb 10, 2022
On this episode, we were joined by the incoming superintendent of Ames Public Schools, Dr. Julious Lawson. We had an amazing conversation about the role of the superintendent and what he is most excited about heading into next year.

Thursday Jan 13, 2022
#032 - Designing a High School with Kristin Lewis
Thursday Jan 13, 2022
Thursday Jan 13, 2022
On this episode, we were joined by Kristin Lewis, Associate Principal at OPN Architects. We had an amazing conversation on what it takes to design a large high school from concept to completion.