Amazing Education Podcast

#015 - Remote Learning with Mary Hard

On this episode, we are joined by 5th-grade elementary teacher, Mary Hard. We’re going to have an amazing conversation about teaching 100% online: how to prepare for it, what a typical day looks like, and the inherent challenges for teachers and students.

#014 - COVID-19 and Schools with Dr. Kathi Arnold

On this episode, we are joined by the Emergency Management Coordinator of Ames Public Schools, Dr. Kathi Arnold. We’re going to have an amazing conversation about the complexities that COVID-19 has had on schools and how she balances it all on the daily basis.

#013 - Civics Engagement with Kirstin Sullivan

On this episode, we are joined by long time History and Government teacher Kristin Sullivan from Ames High School. We’re going to have an amazing conversation about the importance of engaging high school students in the election process and how to be an informed voter. 

#012 - Racial Injustice with Dr. Anthony Jones

On this episode, we are joined by Dr. Anthony Jones, Director of Equity for Ames Schools. We’re going to have an amazing conversation about racial injustice and how professional development and conversations of race can be embedded within school districts.

#011 - Talking Equity with Dr. Anthony Jones

On this episode, we are joined by Dr. Anthony Jones, Director of Equity for Ames Schools. We’re going to have an amazing conversation about what equity means in education and why it needs to be a focus for school districts.

#010 - Return to Learn with Superintendent Jenny Risner

On this episode, we are joined by Superintendent of Ames Schools, Jenny Risner. We’re going to have an amazing conversation about the impact that COVID-19 has had on education and the importance of having an equity lens during this time.

#009 - Police in Schools with Officer Don Johnsen

On this episode, we are joined by School Resource Officer Don Johnsen. We’re going to have an amazing conversation about policing in schools, building relationships with students and staff, and how he approaches active shooter training.

#008 - Talking Dyslexia with Nina Lorimor-Easley

On this episode, we are joined by Nina Lorimor-Easley of True Potential Education. As a leader in the state on dyslexia, we are going to talk about common myths associated with it, and how understanding dyslexia can inform best practices for all students.