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Reach Higher Riverside!

95 episodes - English - Latest episode: 12 months ago - ★★★★★ - 13 ratings

A school counselor and AVID Coordinator share Reach Higher stories for educators from all over the nation! We support the Reach Higher Initiative & Better Make Room Campaign.

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Episodes

Episode 58: Ep. 58 Beyond Guidance: Adventures in School Counseling

May 02, 2023 00:00 - 43 minutes - 39.2 MB

Muna Osisioma, Maritza Cha, and Priscilla Grijalva discuss leadership and school counseling.  This episode is a repost from their Podcast, "Beyond Guidance." You can find their podcast on your favorite podcast platform: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2064205 Audio Edits: Dan Reyes;  "Reaching Higher" Song Lyrics and Music by Jessica and Jackie Parry, Vocals by Emily Patterson (2015)

Episode 57: Ep. 57 The Kee to Podcasting

April 19, 2023 00:00 - 33 minutes - 22.7 MB

Priscilla Grijalva and TaRael Kee discuss their journey to podcasting and share tips for educators. Audio Edits: Dan Reyes; "Reaching Higher" Song Lyrics and Music by Jessica and Jackie Parry, Vocals by Emily Patterson (2015); The Kee To Success YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCf4R2RLDrIiRLKirXjW3LWA/featured

Episode 56: Ep. 56 Dr. Angel Perez, CEO of NACAC

January 13, 2023 00:00 - 24 minutes - 17.6 MB

Priscilla Grijalva interviews Dr. Angel Perez, CEO of the National Association for College Admission Counseling (NACAC).   Audio Edits by Dan Reyes; "Reaching Higher" Song Lyrics and Music by Jessica and Jackie Parry, Vocals by Emily Patterson (2015) https://www.nacacnet.org/

Episode 55: Ep. 55 Interview with Hair Extension Specialist, Ryan Sanger

October 02, 2022 00:00 - 35 minutes - 28.8 MB

Priscilla Grijalva interviews hair stylist, Ryan Sanger. Ryan is a hair extension and hair color specialist in Los Angeles, CA.  They discuss some of the training programs in Boston and Ryan's pathway to becoming a hair stylist.  Ryan gives tips for educators and for people interested in his career field. Audio Edits by Dan Reyes; "Reaching Higher" Song Lyrics and Music by Jessica and Jackie Parry, Vocals by Emily Patterson (2015)

Episode 54: Ep. 54 TaRael Kee on the Kee to Success!

August 20, 2022 00:00 - 28 minutes - 19.3 MB

Priscilla Grijalva interviews TaRael Kee.  He has a YouTube channel called the Kee to Success. He was named the Collinsville School District e-Educator of the Year (2017), recognized by College Board in (2018), received the Lindenwood Alumni Spotlight (2019), and was awarded Illinois School Counselor of the Year (2021).  TaRael shares his journey and Kees to Success. Audio Edits by Dan Reyes; "Reaching Higher" Song Lyrics and Music by Jessica and Jackie Parry, Vocals by Emily Patte...

Episode 53: Ep. 53 Olivia Carter, 2021 National School Counselor of the Year

June 04, 2022 00:00 - 40 minutes - 28.7 MB

Priscilla Grijalva interviews Olivia Carter (2021 National School Counselor of the Year). Olivia shares tips for school counselors and some of the great programs she led in her school district. Audio Edits by Dan Reyes; "Reaching Higher" Song Lyrics and Music by Jessica and Jackie Parry, Vocals by Emily Patterson (2015)

Episode 52: Ep. 52 School Counselors 4 MTSS

May 01, 2022 00:00 - 43 minutes - 39.4 MB

Priscilla Grijalva interviews Dr. Jennifer Betters-Bubon, Dr. Emily Goodman-Scott, and Dr. Damien Sweeney.  They discuss the great work of School Counselors for MTSS (Multi-Tiered System of Supports), the power of MTSS to change educational systems, and support school counseling programs. School Counselors for MTSS: https://www.schoolcounselors4mtss.com/ ; Audio Edits by Dan Reyes; "Reaching Higher" Song Lyrics and Music by Jessica and Jackie Parry, Vocals by Emily Patterson (2015...

Episode 51: Ep. 51 Reading and Relationships

April 02, 2022 00:00 - 41 minutes - 35.7 MB

Priscilla Grijalva interviews Julie Hill, Allen Hill, Monica Bryant, Renee' Schoening, Emilia Peiffer, Wendy Rock, Shari Sevier, & Gen Nelson.  They discuss the anti-racism, diversity, and equity book club started by Julie Hill (the Indiana School Counselor of the Year) in 2020. Audio Edits by Dan Reyes; "Reaching Higher" Song Lyrics and Music by Jessica and Jackie Parry, Vocals by Emily Patterson (2015)

Episode 50: Ep. 50 Cher Kretz on Solution Focused Counseling

March 02, 2022 00:00 - 25 minutes - 18.4 MB

Priscilla Grijalva interviews Cher Kretz (Corona-Norco Unified School District School Counselor and Parenting with the Focused Mindset Podcast Host). Cher shares some great tips on solution focused counseling! Audio Edits by Dan Reyes; "Reaching Higher" Song Lyrics and Music by Jessica and Jackie Parry, Vocals by Emily Patterson (2015)

Episode 49: Ep. 49 Bob Bardwell on Leadership

February 06, 2022 00:00 - 47 minutes - 32.6 MB

Priscilla Grijalva interviews Bob Bardwell, Executive Director of the Massachusetts School Counselor Association.  Bob talks about leadership and a few of the great things him and his team are doing in Massachusetts.  Bob also gives some tips for National School Counseling Week.   Audio Edits by Dan Reyes; "Reaching Higher" Song Lyrics and Music by Jessica and Jackie Parry, Vocals by Emily Patterson (2015)

Episode 48: Ep. 48 Common App Chatbot

December 23, 2021 00:00 - 14 minutes - 10.4 MB

Priscilla Grijalva interviews Karen Lopez (Program Manager at Reach Higher).  They discuss the Common App Chatbot and a few of the great educator and student resources. Audio Edits by Dan Reyes; "Reaching Higher" Song Lyrics and Music by Jessica and Jackie Parry, Vocals by Emily Patterson (2015) 

Episode 47: Ep. 47 Anita Shirley, CASC Administrator of the Year

November 11, 2021 00:00 - 27 minutes - 22.8 MB

Priscilla Grijalva interviews Anita Shirley (Eleanor Roosevelt High School Assistant Principal and the 2022 California Association of School Counselors Administrator of the Year).  They discuss the Corona-Norco Unified School District School Counselor Mentee/Mentor Program.  Anita also shares about her passion for school counseling and helping kids. Audio Edits by Dan Reyes; "Reaching Higher" Song Lyrics and Music by Jessica and Jackie Parry, Vocals by Emily Patterson (2015)

Episode 46: Ep. 46 Common App

October 04, 2021 00:00 - 32 minutes - 26.5 MB

Priscilla Grijalva interviews Jenny Rickard (CEO at Common App).  They discuss the updates from Common App.  Jenny shares the importance of promoting access, equity, and integrity in the college admission process.  Priscilla also has a short interview with Cindy Jara (Digital Communications Associate for Michelle Obama's Reach Higher Initiative at Common App) and Maddie Boehnlein (Digital and Content Associate for Reach Higher and Better Make Room). Common App: https://www.commonap...

Episode 45: Ep. 45 Leukemia and Lymphoma Society Students of the Year

August 06, 2021 00:00 - 29 minutes - 21 MB

Priscilla Grijalva interviews Emily Bartlett (Leukemia and Lymphoma Society Campaign Development Manager, Students of the Year) and Evelyn Erives (99.1 KGGI Co Host for "ODM & Evelyn in the Morning" and On Air Talent KOST 103.5- Weekends).  We discuss the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society (LLS) Students of the Year Program.   LLS Students of the Year: https://studentsoftheyear.org/ Audio Edits by Dan Reyes; "Reaching Higher" Song Lyrics and Music by Jessica and Jackie Parry, Vocals b...

Episode 44: Ep. 44 A Magical Experience in 2014

July 23, 2021 00:00 - 10 minutes - 6.84 MB

Priscilla Grijalva interviews Jeremy Goldman from the American School Counselor Association (ASCA) Board of Directors.  They discuss ASCA and the moment Jeremy got a shout out from Former First Lady, Michelle Obama.   Audio Edits by Dan Reyes; "Reaching Higher" Song Lyrics and Music by Jessica and Jackie Parry, Vocals by Emily Patterson (2015)

Episode 43: Ep. 43 College Signing Day

May 04, 2021 00:00 - 22 minutes - 30.9 MB

Priscilla Grijalva interviews Cindy Jara, Digital Communications Associate for Michelle Obama's Reach Higher Initiative at Common App. They discuss College Signing Day and the great resources provided by Better Make Room and Reach Higher. Audio Edits by Dan Reyes; "Reaching Higher" Song Lyrics and Music by Jessica and Jackie Parry, Vocals by Emily Patterson (2015)

Episode 42: Ep. 42 School Re-Entry during a Global Pandemic

April 02, 2021 00:00 - 46 minutes - 33.1 MB

Priscilla Grijalva interviews Sandi Logan (Clinical Assistant Professor at Florida International University), Jan Desmarais-Morse (Goshen Middle School Counselor, Goshen Indiana), and Darwin Vega (Capistrano Valley High School Counselor, California). They discuss school re-entry during a global pandemic and tips for educators. Audio Edits by Dan Reyes; "Reaching Higher" Song Lyrics and Music by Jessica and Jackie Parry, Vocals by Emily Patterson (2015)

Episode 41: Ep. 41 Roadtrip Nation

March 14, 2021 00:00 - 35 minutes - 31.3 MB

Priscilla Grijalva interviews Willie Witte, Creative Director for Roadtrip Nation. We discuss the amazing career exploration resources. Roadtrip Nation creates and distributes best-in-class career exploration content, products, and experiences to help individuals pursue fulfilling careers based on what’s important to them. Roadtrip Nation: https://roadtripnation.com/ Audio Edits by Dan Reyes; "Reaching Higher" Song Lyrics and Music by Jessica and Jackie Parry, Vocals by Emily Pa...

Episode 40: Ep. 40 Discover how Riverside County Improves Students’ Success with Data and Education Insights

February 09, 2021 00:00 - 21 minutes - 14.9 MB

Priscilla Grijalva interviews Faye Huie (Research Associate) and Michele Gralak (Senior Business Analyst) for the National Student Clearinghouse. They share information and resources about the National Student Clearinghouse. National Student Clearinghouse: https://www.studentclearinghouse.org/ Audio Edits by Dan Reyes; "Reaching Higher" Song Lyrics and Music by Jessica and Jackie Parry, Vocals by Emily Patterson (2015)

Episode 39: Ep. 39 Best Moments of 2020!

December 21, 2020 00:00 - 13 minutes - 13.9 MB

Priscilla Grijalva and Josh Godinez (President of the California Association of School Counselors) discuss some of the top Reach Higher Riverside moments of 2020. Audio Edits by Dan Reyes; "Reaching Higher" Song Lyrics and Music by Jessica and Jackie Parry, Vocals by Emily Patterson (2015)

Episode 38: Ep. 38 Dr. Carl Cohn

December 12, 2020 21:32 - 32 minutes - 44.1 MB

Priscilla Grijalva interviews Dr. Carl Cohn. Dr. Cohn is a professor emeritus at Claremont Graduate University. From 2011 through 2018, he served the state of California as a state board of education member, and then as executive director of the California Collaborative for Educational Excellence. Previously, he was superintendent of schools in both the Long Beach and San Diego school systems, as well as the Federal Court monitor for the Los Angeles school system. His tenure in Long...

Ep. 32 FAFSA Tracker

November 08, 2020 19:25 - 22 minutes - 30.3 MB

Priscilla Grijalva interviews Bill DeBaun from the National College Attainment Network (NCAN). We discuss the Form Your Future FAFSA Tracker and some of the amazing NCAN resources. FAFSA Tracker: https://formyourfuture.org/ Audio Edits by Dan Reyes; "Reaching Higher" Song Lyrics and Music by Jessica and Jackie Parry, Vocals by Emily Patterson (2015)

Episode 37: Ep. 37 FAFSA Tracker

November 08, 2020 19:25 - 22 minutes - 30.3 MB

Priscilla Grijalva interviews Bill DeBaun from the National College Attainment Network (NCAN). We discuss the Form Your Future FAFSA Tracker and some of the amazing NCAN resources. FAFSA Tracker: https://formyourfuture.org/ Audio Edits by Dan Reyes; "Reaching Higher" Song Lyrics and Music by Jessica and Jackie Parry, Vocals by Emily Patterson (2015)

Episode 36: Ep. 36 Celebrating College Kick-Off

October 13, 2020 00:00 - 31 minutes - 21.7 MB

Priscilla Grijalva interviews Steven Avina (Palm Springs High School Counselor, PSUSD) and Katie Ermert (Lasselle Elementary School Principal, VVUSD). Steven shares tips on how to bridge the gap with parents and students through technology. Katie shares tips for educators on how to create a college-going culture starting as early as elementary school. Shout out to Yesenia Apreza (UCLA) who was featured on Better Make Room for Latinx Heritage Month. Audio Edits by Dan Reyes; "Reac...

Ep. 31 Celebrating College Kick-Off

October 13, 2020 00:00 - 31 minutes - 21.7 MB

Priscilla Grijalva interviews Steven Avina (Palm Springs High School Counselor, PSUSD) and Katie Ermert (Lasselle Elementary School Principal, VVUSD). Steven shares tips on how to bridge the gap with parents and students through technology. Katie shares tips for educators on how to create a college-going culture starting as early as elementary school. Shout out to Yesenia Apreza (UCLA) who was featured on Better Make Room for Latinx Heritage Month. Audio Edits by Dan Reyes; "Reaching Hig...

Ep. 30 Story2

September 12, 2020 00:00 - 43 minutes - 28.1 MB

Priscilla Grijalva interviews Dr. Carol Barash, Story2 Founder and CEO. We discuss the amazing scholarship and college essay platform that helps students write powerful essays while sharing their stories. Story2 also helps with job cover letters. Audio Edits by Dan Reyes; "Reaching Higher" Song Lyrics and Music by Jessica and Jackie Parry, Vocals by Emily Patterson (2015)

Episode 35: Ep. 35 Story2

September 12, 2020 00:00 - 43 minutes - 28.1 MB

Priscilla Grijalva interviews Dr. Carol Barash, Story2 Founder and CEO. We discuss the amazing scholarship and college essay platform that helps students write powerful essays while sharing their stories. Story2 also helps with job cover letters. Audio Edits by Dan Reyes; "Reaching Higher" Song Lyrics and Music by Jessica and Jackie Parry, Vocals by Emily Patterson (2015)

Episode 34: Ep. 34 My School Votes California

August 29, 2020 00:00 - 22 minutes - 16.3 MB

Priscilla Grijalva interviews Deja Summerville and Addison Lee (When We All Vote Ambassador Fellows). We discuss the My School Votes program that serves as a space for students who are interested in working with When We All Vote and My School Votes to register and empower voters in their school communities. This program is nonpartisan. Calls are open to all students regardless of race, age, citizenship status, civic background, or gender identity. Audio Edits by Dan Reyes; "Reach...

Ep. 29 My School Votes California

August 29, 2020 00:00 - 22 minutes - 16.3 MB

Priscilla Grijalva interviews Deja Summerville and Addison Lee (When We All Vote Ambassador Fellows). We discuss the My School Votes program that serves as a space for students who are interested in working with When We All Vote and My School Votes to register and empower voters in their school communities. This program is nonpartisan. Calls are open to all students regardless of race, age, citizenship status, civic background, or gender identity. Audio Edits by Dan Reyes; "Reaching High...

Sunshine Spotlight

August 13, 2020 00:00 - 3 minutes - 772 KB

Priscilla Grijalva shares her 3 minute brief summary of what it is like as an educator during a pandemic.

Episode 33: Ep. 33 Sunshine Spotlight

August 13, 2020 00:00 - 3 minutes - 772 KB

Priscilla Grijalva shares her 3 minute brief summary of what it is like as an educator during a pandemic.

Ep. 28 SwiftStudents

July 26, 2020 23:41 - 19 minutes - 14 MB

Priscilla Grijalva interviews Abigail Seldin, CEO & Co-Founder of Selding/Haring-Smith Foundation (SHSF). We discuss SwiftStudents, a FREE tool educators can use to help guide high school seniors with financial aid appeal letters. Current college students can also use this free tool. SwiftStudents: https://formswift.com/swift-student Audio Edits Dan Reyes "Reaching Higher" Song Lyrics and Music by: Jessica and Jackie Parry, Vocals by Emily Patterson (2015)

Episode 32: Ep. 32 SwiftStudents

July 26, 2020 23:41 - 19 minutes - 14 MB

Priscilla Grijalva interviews Abigail Seldin, CEO & Co-Founder of Selding/Haring-Smith Foundation (SHSF). We discuss SwiftStudents, a FREE tool educators can use to help guide high school seniors with financial aid appeal letters. Current college students can also use this free tool. SwiftStudents: https://formswift.com/swift-student Audio Edits Dan Reyes "Reaching Higher" Song Lyrics and Music by: Jessica and Jackie Parry, Vocals by Emily Patterson (2015)

Episode 31: Ep. 31 Proactive School Counseling: Black Lives Matter

June 14, 2020 00:00 - 1 hour - 63.1 MB

Priscilla Grijalva interviews Derek Francis, Manager of Counseling Services, Office of College and Career Readiness for Minneapolis Public Schools. We discuss anti-racism school counseling and how to be a proactive school counselor. Audio Edits Dan Reyes "Reaching Higher" Song Lyrics and Music by: Jessica and Jackie Parry, Vocals by Emily Patterson (2015)

Ep. 27 Proactive School Counseling: Black Lives Matter

June 14, 2020 00:00 - 1 hour - 63.1 MB

Priscilla Grijalva interviews Derek Francis, Manager of Counseling Services, Office of College and Career Readiness for Minneapolis Public Schools. We discuss anti-racism school counseling and how to be a proactive school counselor. Audio Edits Dan Reyes "Reaching Higher" Song Lyrics and Music by: Jessica and Jackie Parry, Vocals by Emily Patterson (2015)

Ep. 26 Three Professional Organizations Every School Counselor Should Join!

June 06, 2020 00:00 - 1 hour - 68.5 MB

Priscilla Grijalva interviews the professional organizations CASC, ASCA, and WACAC. Interviews with Josh Godinez (CASC President-Elect) and Ashley Kruger (CASC President); Jill Cook (ASCA Assistant Director) and Phil Moreno (WACAC President). Audio also from KGGI 99.1 Radio IE/Riverside College Signing Day and When We All Vote! Audio Edits Dan Reyes "Reaching Higher" Song Lyrics and Music by: Jessica and Jackie Parry, Vocals by Emily Patterson (2015)

Episode 30: Ep. 30 Three Professional Organizations Every School Counselor Should Join!

June 06, 2020 00:00 - 1 hour - 68.5 MB

Priscilla Grijalva interviews the professional organizations CASC, ASCA, and WACAC. Interviews with Josh Godinez (CASC President-Elect) and Ashley Kruger (CASC President); Jill Cook (ASCA Assistant Director) and Phil Moreno (WACAC President). Audio also from KGGI 99.1 Radio IE/Riverside College Signing Day and When We All Vote! Audio Edits Dan Reyes "Reaching Higher" Song Lyrics and Music by: Jessica and Jackie Parry, Vocals by Emily Patterson (2015)

Episode 29: Ep. 29 College Resources for Educators

May 08, 2020 00:00 - 19 minutes - 21.6 MB

Eric Waldo, Executive Director of Reach Higher shares about College Signing Day. Priscilla Grijalva Interviews Ricky Cherry, College Board Assistant Director K – 12 for State & District Partnerships. We discuss college resources for educators and clearing a path for all students to own their future. Priscilla announces the 99.1 KGGI Radio College Signing Day Inland Empire Zoom Celebration for the Class of 2020. Audio Edits Dan Reyes "Reaching Higher" Song Lyrics and Music by: Je...

Ep. 25 College Resources for Educators

May 08, 2020 00:00 - 19 minutes - 21.6 MB

Eric Waldo, Executive Director of Reach Higher shares about College Signing Day. Priscilla Grijalva Interviews Ricky Cherry, College Board Assistant Director K – 12 for State & District Partnerships. We discuss college resources for educators and clearing a path for all students to own their future. Priscilla announces the 99.1 KGGI Radio College Signing Day Inland Empire Zoom Celebration for the Class of 2020. Audio Edits Dan Reyes "Reaching Higher" Song Lyrics and Music by: Jessica an...

Episode 28: Ep. 28 Chuck Kennedy: Tales of a Presidential Photographer

April 09, 2020 00:00 - 22 minutes - 21.7 MB

Priscilla Grijalva interviews Chuck Kennedy who was the former White House Photographer and the Assistant Director of the White House Photo Office for President Barack Obama from 2009-2017. We discuss what it was like to work for the Obama's and his story as a photographer. Audio Edits Dan Reyes "Reaching Higher" Song Lyrics and Music by: Jessica and Jackie Parry, Vocals by Emily Patterson (2015)

Ep. 24 Chuck Kennedy: Tales of a Presidential Photographer

April 09, 2020 00:00 - 22 minutes - 21.7 MB

Priscilla Grijalva interviews Chuck Kennedy who was the former White House Photographer and the Assistant Director of the White House Photo Office for President Barack Obama from 2009-2017. We discuss what it was like to work for the Obama's and his story as a photographer. Audio Edits Dan Reyes "Reaching Higher" Song Lyrics and Music by: Jessica and Jackie Parry, Vocals by Emily Patterson (2015)

Episode 27: Ep. 27 A Message of Hope from Italy

March 19, 2020 00:00 - 29 minutes - 16.1 MB

Priscilla Grijalva interviews Natalie Canova (La Sierra High School in Alvord Unified School District Class of 2014 and University of California Riverside Graduate). She also interviews Ilaria Carofiglio from Italy. We discuss study abroad options while in college. Ilaria shares tips and strategies on how to keep perspective during the Corona Virus (COVID 19) outbreak. Audio Edits by: Dan Reyes; "Reaching Higher" Song Lyrics and Music by: Jessica and Jackie Parry, Vocals by Emil...

Ep. 23 A Message of Hope from Italy

March 19, 2020 00:00 - 29 minutes - 16.1 MB

Priscilla Grijalva interviews Natalie Canova (La Sierra High School in Alvord Unified School District Class of 2014 and University of California Riverside Graduate). She also interviews Ilaria Carofiglio from Italy. We discuss study abroad options while in college. Ilaria shares tips and strategies on how to keep perspective during the Corona Virus (COVID 19) outbreak. Audio Edits by: Dan Reyes; "Reaching Higher" Song Lyrics and Music by: Jessica and Jackie Parry, Vocals by Emily Patter...

Episode 26: Ep. 26 Census 2020

March 08, 2020 00:00 - 13 minutes - 11.4 MB

Priscilla Grijalva interviews Samuel Molina, California State Director of Mi Familia Vota. We discuss the census and the importance of it. A few shout outs to Deja from Norte Vista High School (Alvord Unified School District), Olivia from Orange Vista High School (Val Verde Unified School District), When We All Vote, and the U.S. Marines. Audio Edits by Dan Reyes; "Reaching Higher" Song Lyrics and Music by: Jessica and Jackie Parry, Vocals by Emily Patterson (2015)

Ep. 22 Census 2020

March 08, 2020 00:00 - 13 minutes - 11.4 MB

Priscilla Grijalva interviews Samuel Molina, California State Director of Mi Familia Vota. We discuss the census and the importance of it. A few shout outs to Deja from Norte Vista High School (Alvord Unified School District), Olivia from Orange Vista High School (Val Verde Unified School District), When We All Vote, and the U.S. Marines. Audio Edits by Dan Reyes; "Reaching Higher" Song Lyrics and Music by: Jessica and Jackie Parry, Vocals by Emily Patterson (2015)

Ep. 21 Equity in School Counseling: from Athletes to Social Emotional Needs

February 12, 2020 00:00 - 34 minutes - 20.4 MB

Priscilla Grijalva interviews Dr. Yuri Nava (Poly High School Counselor, Riverside Unified School District) and Eric Sanchez (Vista Del Lago High School Counselor, Moreno Valley Unified School District). We discuss the importance of the ASCA National Model, data, NCAA and tips for working with athletes. A few shout outs to Reach Higher, ASCA, CASC, Dr. Judy White (Riverside County Superintendent of Schools), Janelle Poulter (Banning Unified School District), Sandy Arave (Western Center Acad...

Episode 25: Ep. 25 Equity in School Counseling: from Athletes to Social Emotional Needs

February 12, 2020 00:00 - 34 minutes - 20.4 MB

Priscilla Grijalva interviews Dr. Yuri Nava (Poly High School Counselor, Riverside Unified School District) and Eric Sanchez (Vista Del Lago High School Counselor, Moreno Valley Unified School District). We discuss the importance of the ASCA National Model, data, NCAA and tips for working with athletes. A few shout outs to Reach Higher, ASCA, CASC, Dr. Judy White (Riverside County Superintendent of Schools), Janelle Poulter (Banning Unified School District), Sandy Arave (Western Cen...

Episode 24: Ep. 24 Louisiana Believes

January 08, 2020 00:00 - 18 minutes - 10.9 MB

Priscilla Grijalva interviews Barrye Bailey from the Louisiana Department of Education. They discuss college affordability and financial aid. The state of Louisiana has FAFSA as a high school graduation requirement. Audio Edits by Dan Reyes; "Reaching Higher" Song Lyrics and Music by Jessica and Jackie Parry, Vocals by Emily Patterson (2015)

Ep. 20 Louisiana Believes

January 08, 2020 00:00 - 18 minutes - 10.9 MB

Priscilla Grijalva interviews Barrye Bailey from the Louisiana Department of Education. They discuss college affordability and financial aid. The state of Louisiana has FAFSA as a high school graduation requirement. Audio Edits by Dan Reyes; "Reaching Higher" Song Lyrics and Music by Jessica and Jackie Parry, Vocals by Emily Patterson (2015)

Episode 23: Ep. 23 TN Achieves

December 15, 2019 00:00 - 18 minutes - 14.9 MB

Priscilla Grijalva interviews Graham Thomas, Tennessee Achieves Deputy Director of Outreach. TN Achieves is a leader in the nation for college affordability and FAFSA completion efforts. TN Achieves recruits, trains and manages the volunteer mentors working directly with TN Promise students to alleviate barriers associated with higher education. Shout outs to: Quinton Clay (Northern Illinois University), Katie Ermert (Lasselle Elementary, Val Verde USD), Mark LeNoir (Val Verde USD)...