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JoJo Gnome Eco Superhero

JoJo Gnome's Story Podcast - May 15, 2024 08:21 - 11 minutes
Welcome to this story podcast which is about recycling and upcycling. The main story "JoJo Gnome Eco Superhero is all about JoJo Gnome and his friends making recycled hats. But what will LG's dog think about them? Join Blackfriars Primary School for our story starter and find out if you finish...

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Dr. Brandon Renfroe - Geraldine, AL

I Am A Rural Teacher - April 30, 2024 14:22 - 10 minutes ★★★★★ - 10 ratings
Hello, and welcome to the I Am A Rural Teacher Podcast, a project of Rural Schools Collaborative and the National Rural Education Association. Rural teachers know that their students deserve the very best, often continuing their own education so they can better serve their learners. Dr. Brando...

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RAMcast: Journey Through Our ELD Program

Spring-Ford RAMcast - April 24, 2024 17:00 - 47 minutes
In this episode, Erin Crew and Andrew Rothermel chatted with Dr. Rob Moyer, Brooke Elementary School Principal, and Tara Chester, ELD Teacher. The RAMcast is a bi-weekly podcast series focusing on all things Spring-Ford. The RAMcast gives parents, students, and the Spring-Ford community a peek i...

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An All-American Relay Team (4:18 mins.)

The Happy Kid Project - April 12, 2024 14:59 - 4 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratings
Oak Knoll's 4x400 relay racers recently concluded what has become the winningest winter track season in Oak Knoll history. School and individual records were shattered right and left, and the relay team ended the Nike national meet by racing among the best in the country and being selected as Al...

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RAMcast: Principal Perspectives

Spring-Ford RAMcast - April 12, 2024 13:00 - 42 minutes
In this episode, Erin Crew and Andrew Rothermel talked with Spring-Ford Area High School House Principals Jason Bowers, Seth Jones, and Gavin Lawler. The RAMcast is a bi-weekly podcast series focusing on all things Spring-Ford. The RAMcast gives parents, students, and the Spring-Ford community a...

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The Black Scholars Club at Oak Knoll (5:51 mins)

The Happy Kid Project - April 03, 2024 19:34 - 5 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratings
For this edition of the Happy Kid Project, we thought we’d introduce you to some of the members of the Black Scholars Club at Oak Knoll who recently helped the DEIJ Department organize a special assembly on African American Alumna in the Arts. The club was established at Oak Knoll well over a qu...

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RAMcast: Embracing Neurodiversity

Spring-Ford RAMcast - March 27, 2024 17:00 - 54 minutes
In this episode, Erin Crew talked with Dr. Tina Giambattista, Assistant Superintendent of Special Education, and Aimee Oblak, Supervisor of Special Education. The trio discussed World Autism Acceptance Month. The RAMcast is a bi-weekly podcast series focusing on all things Spring-Ford. The RAMca...

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RAMcast: Middle School Mavericks Unite!

Spring-Ford RAMcast - March 20, 2024 13:00 - 47 minutes
Erin Crew and Andrew Rothermel talked with middle-level school principals Mr. Krakower and Dr. Rogers.  The RAMcast is a bi-weekly podcast series focusing on all things Spring-Ford. The RAMcast gives parents, students, and the Spring-Ford community a peek into the everyday happenings at Spring-F...

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From Thunderbirds to Education: General Newton's Four-Star Commitment

SC Charter Chatter - March 20, 2024 12:00 - 37 minutes ★★★★★ - 15 ratings
Dive into the extraordinary life and legacy of General Lloyd 'Fig' Newton in this captivating episode of SC Charter Chatter. From a determined  South Carolina native with dreams that defied expectations, General Newton soared to become the first African-American pilot with the US Air Force Demon...

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Podcast #39 - JoJo Gnome Feels Happy

JoJo Gnome's Story Podcast - March 10, 2024 11:15 - 7 minutes
Welcome to this story podcast all about senses and emotions. In the main story called 'What makes you happy?' JoJo Gnome and his friend LG look at their different senses and discover the things that make them happy.   Join St Roch's Primary for our story starter and find out if you finish a st...

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Reflection Days: An Oak Knoll Tradition (5:06 mins)

The Happy Kid Project - March 01, 2024 16:36 - 5 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratings
We take a moment to share a longstanding tradition at Oak Knoll. Each year, a special day is designated for each grade level in the Upper School to get away from campus, slow down, and take stock of where they are as students and members of the larger community. Michele Van-Kalsbeck, Director of...

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RAMcast: Counseling Chronicles - Navigating the School Maze

Spring-Ford RAMcast - February 28, 2024 18:00 - 1 hour
Erin Crew and Andrew Rothermel talked with middle-level school counselors Patty Flynn and Nick Lemuell.  The RAMcast is a bi-weekly podcast series focusing on all things Spring-Ford. The RAMcast gives parents, students, and the Spring-Ford community a peek into the everyday happenings at Spring-...

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Alumnae in the Arts Highlighted in Special Black History Month Assembly (39 mins)

The Happy Kid Project - February 23, 2024 20:46 - 38 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratings
On Thursday, February 22, the Black Scholars Club at Oak Knoll welcomed Upper School students to a special assembly celebrating African Americans and the Arts. From literature to performance, African Americans’ creativity has shaped culture, inspired generations, and enriched our lives. This spe...

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RAMcast: Game Changers - Celebrating NGWSD

Spring-Ford RAMcast - February 14, 2024 05:00 - 40 minutes
Recognizing National Girls and Women in Sports Day, Erin Crew and Andrew Rothermel talk with Spring-Ford coaches Jennie Anderson and Stacey Bogus and student-athlete Barcley Trotter about their experience as female athletes.  The RAMcast is a bi-weekly podcast series focusing on all things Sprin...

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RAMcast: The Future of the Future Planning Center

Spring-Ford RAMcast - January 29, 2024 05:00 - 32 minutes
Erin Crew and Andrew Rothermel talk with the Future Planning Center experts and College Career Advisors Marissa Sussman and Maggie Lusignea about everything the Future Planning Center has to offer.  The RAMcast is a bi-weekly podcast series focusing on all things Spring-Ford. The RAMcast gives p...

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From Vision to Reality | The Journey of Goucher Academy with Jimmy Lamb

SC Charter Chatter - January 22, 2024 13:00 - 23 minutes ★★★★★ - 15 ratings
Welcome to the latest episode of SC Charter Chatter! In this insightful installment, we sit down with Jimmy Lamb, the founding board member of Goucher Charter Academy, a new charter school dedicated to serving students in grades 6-8. Join us as Jimmy shares the passion and vision behind the esta...

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RAMcast: Welcome to the Wild World of HR

Spring-Ford RAMcast - January 15, 2024 05:00 - 26 minutes
Erin Crew and Andrew Rothermel talk with Beth Leiss, Director of Human Resources, about the ever-changing landscape of hiring in public education.  The RAMcast is a bi-weekly podcast series focusing on all things Spring-Ford. The RAMcast gives parents, students, and the Spring-Ford community a p...

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Schools Week interview with CEO Sarah Finch

Together We Grow - January 06, 2024 04:00 - 1 hour
This week, our host Sarah is joined by Jessica Hill from ‘Schools Week’ but this episode is a little bit different as Jessica is interviewing Sarah.    In case you don’t know our host too well, Sarah Finch is an outstanding educational leader and the CEO of The Marches Academy Trust (MAT), a...

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Carla Whelan - CEO Empower Trust

Together We Grow - January 03, 2024 04:00 - 23 minutes
This week Sarah is joined by previous Executive Director for Education at Marches Academy Trust now C.E.O of the Empower Trust, Carla Whelan.   Carla Whelan has over 28 years experience in education, in a range of roles including 8 years as a headteacher and 3 years in an executive role. Dur...

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RAMcast: We're Back, For Real This Time!

Spring-Ford RAMcast - January 01, 2024 05:00 - 43 minutes
Erin Crew and Andrew Rothermel talk with Bob Rizzo, Superintendent, about the current state of the district and what is on the horizon.  The RAMcast is a bi-weekly podcast series focusing on all things Spring-Ford. The RAMcast gives parents, students, and the Spring-Ford community a peek into th...

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Ryan Smith - Entertainer to teacher

Together We Grow - December 27, 2023 04:00 - 28 minutes
This week Sarah is joined by teacher Ryan Smith. Ryan shares his journey to teaching, via retail and working in Egypt! Today Sarah ask's Ryan about his experiences in the education system, both as a student and now a teacher, and he shares with us how he inspires his students and ensures tha...

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This Is Our House: Oak Knoll Launches Historic House System (4:48)

The Happy Kid Project - December 13, 2023 19:34 - 4 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratings
During the first weeks of the 2023-2024 school year, Oak Knoll unveiled and launched a new “house system" — which sets a historical precedent and will give students a joyous tradition for playful competition and familial pride for generations to come. In the short podcast, Assistant Athletic Dir...

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Chasing Excellence and Finding Balance (5:15 mins)

The Happy Kid Project - November 30, 2023 13:59 - 5 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratings
In addition to academics, Oak Knoll has always placed a high value on social-emotional health. Zoe Harmaty '25 took it upon herself to add to available resources and instigated a brand new speaker series at Oak Knoll called “Chasing Excellence.” We like to say that Oak Knoll students live by fai...

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Kim McCully-Mobley - Aurora, MO

I Am A Rural Teacher - November 28, 2023 15:00 - 13 minutes ★★★★★ - 10 ratings
Supporting place-based learning in rural communities is core to the missions of RSC and the NREA, as evidenced by our shared grant work, the National Signature Project Award. Kim McCully-Mobley is a high school teacher in Aurora, Missouri, who won the 2023-2024 award to support her work creating...

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Sue Smith Football Lioness

Together We Grow - November 27, 2023 04:00 - 15 minutes
This week Sarah is joined by female footballer and Lioness, Sue Smith. Sue Smith is one of the nation’s best loved professional female footballers, who has enjoyed over two decades on the pitch for England. An equally high profile pundit, Smith has reported on some of the most exciting matches...

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Olympian Beth Tweddle MBE

Together We Grow - November 20, 2023 04:00 - 11 minutes
This week Sarah is joined by Olympic gymnast Beth Tweddle. Beth Tweddle is one of Britain's most successful ever gymnasts with three world gold medals in her collection, along with six European titles. Today Sarah ask's Beth how her school worked with her, to help nurture her talent, and wha...

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#38 - JoJo Gnome's Christmas Story Podcast

JoJo Gnome's Story Podcast - November 17, 2023 15:43 - 11 minutes
Welcome to our end of year Christmas story podcast ...filled with festive fun.  The main story is called 'The smell of Christmas' and will have your senses tingling. There is a story starter where you can finish a story about what JoJo Gnome does when he has to make a last minute present for h...

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"Connecting" With Keynote Speaker - Tara Brown

SC Charter Chatter - November 14, 2023 13:00 - 26 minutes ★★★★★ - 15 ratings
Welcome to a special episode of SC Charter Chatter, where we delve into education and youth empowerment. In this episode, we are privileged to sit with the renowned Tara Brown, the keynote speaker at the 23rd Annual South Carolina Charter Schools Conference. Tara, widely known as the "Connection...

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Halloween Is a Wrap. Now What Do We Do With All Those Wrappers?

The Happy Kid Project - November 10, 2023 17:41 - 5 minutes ★★★★★ - 2 ratings
According to the National Retail Federation's seasonal trends report, one hundred sixty million Americans bought candy this past Halloween, spending 2.6 million dollars over Halloween on candy alone. With Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's, and the candy-consuming giant Easter on the horizon,...

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Parent Perspective | Thoughts From a Charter School Family

SC Charter Chatter - October 28, 2023 13:00 - 24 minutes ★★★★★ - 15 ratings
In this heartwarming and insightful episode of SC Charter Chatter, we sit down with a dedicated parent from Odyssey Online Learning Charter School to hear her inspiring story and gain a unique perspective on the world of virtual education. Join us as we delve into the experiences of this extraor...