Focused on Flagler Schools
A podcast giving residents in Flagler County a greater understanding of what’s going on in our public school system. Host Jason Wheeler, the Community and Information Specialist for Flagler Schools sits down with educators, students, and members of our community to talk about 21st-century education, including the successes, challenges, and opportunities that lie ahead for our students.
Episodes
15 episodes
Students Talk About Student Loans
We hand the microphone over to a group of students from Flagler-Palm Coast High School who talk about life after high school...which may include student loans and student debt.
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Season 2
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Episode 7
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5:37
Mental Health is Health
Brandy Williams, the Coordinator of Counseling Services for Flagler Schools sits down with us to talk about mental health, services available to our students, and a special screening of a documentary regarding screen time and teenagers.
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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19:47
APpreciate the AP!
In celebration of Assistant Principal Appreciation Week, we sit down with our reigning AP of the year, Amy Neuenfeldt. Discover what a day in the life of an Assistant Principal is really like!
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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15:36
So, Are You the Top Teacher?
We sit down with LaShakia Moore, a former classroom teacher, elementary school principal, mom, wife, and Director of Teaching and Learning for Flagler Schools. You may not know what she and her team do, but you'll get a better understanding aft...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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17:21
Hey Now, You're a Rock Star!
Buddy Taylor Middle School custodian Ron Crowley was recently named "Rock Star Custodian." We sit down with this humble man to talk about a 27 career at a single school and why he feels he's got so much more to give to the students who walk tho...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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17:02
It All Adds Up for Our Teacher of the Year
We sit down with our 2022-23 Teacher of the Year, James Gambone. He tells us how he happened upon a MAJOR shift in careers as he was wrapping up college. And he tells us that yes, you CAN go home again.
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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21:46
Lunch Lady Love
We sit down with the 2021-2022 Flagler Schools Employee of the Year, Judy Gallo. It's a great conversation with someone who says she's "just doing my job." We think you'll agree with us, she's doing a whole lot more than that!
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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14:54
Summer Opportunities Abound
Bobby Bossardet, Executive Director of Leadership Development for Flagler Schools sits down to talk about the transformation from local high school wrestler to Executive Director of Leadership Development for the entire district. Plus, he gives...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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14:11
Food and Nutrition Services: It's Not All About the Lunch Lady
We sit down with Angela Bush, Director of Food and Nutrition Services with Flagler Schools. We talk about how her department reaches out beyond our campus sites to keep our entire community fed. We also talk about why it's so important for thos...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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18:13
Who Is Ed and Why Does He Have A Foundation?
We sit down with Joe Rizzo, executive director of the Flagler County Education Foundation. If you've ever wondered how you can contribute to our school system, even if you don't have a child on one of our campuses, you don't want to miss this c...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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17:39
Am I Ready for Kindergarten?
We sit down with Arien Striplin, a 17-year veteran of kindergarten to talk about what happens in her classroom. She gives great tips and suggestions to parents for getting their kids ready for school next year.Want to register for kinde...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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12:51
A Conversation with Khady Harmon, our Teacher of the Year
We sit down with chemistry and French teacher, Khady Harmon. This year's Flagler Schools Teacher of the Year shares what it's like to teach during a global pandemic and the challenges of connecting with students who may or may not physically be...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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15:45
A conversation with Jeff Reaves, Principal of the Year
We sit down with Jeff Reaves, the principal of Matanzas High School and our Principal of the Year. He shares what it's like to lead a top-rated high school in the state of Florida, as well as the unconventional road he took to school administra...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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17:09
A conversation with Superintendent Cathy Mittelstadt
We sit down with Flagler Schools Superintendent Cathy Mittelstadt and talk about her journey to "the corner office." She shares the challenges of leading a school district through the COVID pandemic, all while she tries to begin a new pha...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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17:23
Coming Soon! Focused on Flagler Schools
Flagler Schools has a podcast! Or, at least we will.We are currently setting up our studio to begin recording Focus on Flagler Schools.Host Jason Wheeler will bring you great stories about, and conversions with, educators, student...
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Season 1
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Episode 0
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0:40