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Introduction - What is School Zoned?
In this episode our Executive Director, Brent Bushey, introduces our new podcast. Brent lets you know what you can expect as far as guests and our schedule. Subscribe ...
Erika Lucas - Stitch Crew & The Thunder Launchpad
In this episode Brent Bushey sits down with Erika Lucas of Stitch Crew and the Thunder Launchpad.
Ken Parker - NextThought
In this episode, Brent chats with NextThought's CEO and co-founder, Ken Parker, about the need for diverse learning methods, the Oklahoma Public School Resource Center...
Forrest Bennett - State Representative and EBi Sales Executive
Brent and Forrest talk about state politics and how Educational Benefits, Inc. is providing supplemental insurance at low costs to educators across Oklahoma.
Dr. Terri Cullen - Associate Professor, University of Oklahoma's Jeannine Rainbolt College of Education
Topics in Brent and Terri's conversation include STEM, technology integration and the upcoming legislative session.
Monroe Nichols - State Representative and OPEL Network Director
Brent and Monroe talk about the 2019 Oklahoma legislative session and Monroe's work with the Oklahoma Partnership for Expanded Learning (OPEL).
Scott Fetgatter - State Representative
Brent talks with Rep. Fetgatter about growing up in Okmulgee, his experience representing District 16 and his work on a variety of bills, including some that affect ed...
Toni Hasenbeck - State Representative
Brent and Toni talked about her experience growing up in rural Oklahoma, her time as an educator and how she decided to run for office.
Rob Reynolds - Executive Director, TEL Library
Brent and Rob discussed TEL Library and its role in education and reaching underserved populations.
Donna Gradel - 2018 Oklahoma Teacher of the Year
Brent talks with Donna about her growing up in West Virginia, her experiences as an educator, serving as the 2018 OK Teacher of the Year and being named a finalist for...
Luvona Copeland - Principal, Okmulgee ACE High School
Brent and Luvona talked about how Okmulgee's ACE HS is using personalized learning to address the needs of each student.
Adam Jones - Director of School Engagement, Five Star Technology Solutions (Pivot software)
Brent and Adam talk about Pivot software, a tool to transform data to provide clear insight into both student and staff growth.
Heidi Oliver - Customer Success Manager, Imagine Learning
Brent talked with Heidi about her time as an educator, why she decided to leave and her new role with Imagine Learning, a language, literacy & math software solutions ...
Nikhil Kawlra - Head of School, Collegiate Hall College Preparatory Charter School
Brent and Nikhil talk about strategies the school uses to prepare every student for college, what successes they've had and what they've struggled with.
Joe Dorman - CEO, Oklahoma Institute for Child Advocacy (OICA)
Brent talks to Joe about the work OICA is currently focused on to help Oklahoma's children and exciting upcoming events. They also discuss the legislature and bills OI...
Aaron Lemon-Strauss - Vice President of College & Career Access, College Board
Brent and Aaron talk about the work College Board is doing here in Oklahoma with PSAT & SAT exams and AP courses. They also talk about how students use Khan Academy as...
Dr. Melissa Amon - Curriculum Director, Cushing PS & Dr. Lynne Kulich - Sr. Acct. Exec., NWEA
Brent talks with Melissa and Lynn about a new NWEA product: MAP Reading Fluency. Melissa discusses the impact this program has had on her students' literacy skills.
Dr. Greg Hudnall - Executive Director & Founder of HOPE Squad
Brent speaks with Dr. Hudnall about his experience as a school leader and his work across the world educating schools and families about suicide prevention.
Kurt Bernhardt - Director of Technology, OPSRC
Brent talks to Kurt about his background, his work at the SDE and his goals for working with OPSRC member schools.
Candace Macedo - OKC Regional Program Manager & Devin Schroeder - Tulsa Regional Program Manager, Hunger Free Oklahoma
Brent talks with Candace and Devin and what Hunger Free Oklahoma is doing to address food insecurity throughout the state, including our schools.
Eli Pagel - President, Odyssey Global Solutions
Brent talks with Eli about how his company works with schools to implement energy-efficient options to save money.
(Part I) Joy Hofmeister - State Superintendent of Instruction, Oklahoma State Dept. of Education
Brent talked with Supt. Hofmeister on a variety of projects and programs affecting public education in the state.
(Part II) Joy Hofmeister - State Superintendent of Instruction, Oklahoma State Dept. of Education
Brent talked with Supt. Hofmeister on a variety of projects and programs affecting public education in the state.
Beth Whittle - Executive Director, Counseling & Elizabeth Suddath - Director, Prevention Services, OK State Department of Education
This episode covers how the State Department of Education is addressing ACEs (adverse childhood experiences) and supporting schools with trauma-informed instructional ...
Marissa Lightsey - Executive Director, College & Career Readiness, State Dept. of Education
In this episode, Brent talks with Marissa about ICAP (Individual Career Academic Plan)--a process that helps students engage in academic and career development activit...
Levi Patrick - Assistant Executive Director of Curriculum & Instruction & Karen Leonard - Director of Education Technology and Computer Science, State Dept. of Education PART ONE
In this final episode of our leaders series with the OK State Department of Education, Brent talks with Levi and Karen about computer science and its evolution in our ...
Levi Patrick - Assistant Executive Director of Curriculum & Instruction & Karen Leonard - Director of Education Technology and Computer Science, State Dept. of Education PART TWO
In this final episode of our leaders series with the OK State Department of Education, Brent talks with Levi and Karen about computer science and its evolution in our ...
Oklahoma City Public Schools Office of School Climate & Student Discipline: PART ONE
What's the difference between school climate and culture? What is PBIS, and how is OKCPS using this strategy? How do they address behavioral issues and basic classroom...
Oklahoma City Public Schools Office of School Climate & Student Discipline: PART TWO
The school climate episode continues this week with 2 additional OKCPS school climate specialists and discussions on how OKCPS is teaching adults successful classroom ...
Ryan Walters - Executive Director, Oklahoma Achieves
Brent and Ryan talk about Ryan's new role as executive director of Oklahoma Achieves. They also make the exciting announcement that he will be teaching a blending lear...