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Mrs. Babbitt and Mrs. Cranney Talk Student Service Learning
by Debbie Critchfield on 10/29/2021 Length: 21:59Service Learning is a great way to engage students in community needs while teaching important values. Not only does it benefit the targeted beneficiary, it's a way to help students develop confidence in themselves and work with others. Mrs. Babbitt, Oakley 6th grade teacher, and school counselor, Mrs. Cranney, share one classroom's experience with this very thing.
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Misty Peterson Talks Special Ed and Special Projects
by Debbie Crithchfield on 9/9/2021 Length: 12:02Misty Peterson is the special edcuation teacher at Dworshak Elementary. She is always looking for more ways to support her students in their learning. She discusses her latest project and shares tips of how to support student learning.
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Mr. Carl Voigt Talks Sportsmanship
by Debbie Crithchfield on 9/8/2021 Length: 18:37Mr Voigt talks about his experience over the years with sportsmanship and how spectactors can actively participate in the game without being a distration to the game.
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Miranda Walker Talks Speech and Language Needs and Supports for Children
by Debbie Crithchfield on 7/29/2021 Length: 21:05Speech and Language acquitsion and expression are two very critcial pieces to overall success for students AND adults. Miranda Walker, licensed Speech/Language pathologist talks about how to recognize needs in young students and how to access help from the district.
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Mr. Richins Talks Tech Center and New High School Schedules
by Debbie Critchfield on 3/9/2021 Length: 19:20The Tech Center has been a focal point in the district high school discussion. Mr. Richins talks about how tech programs will fit into students schedules. Spoiler alert: they do!
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Mr.'s Power, Kanekoa & Wray Talk the New Bell & Class Schedule for Burley High School 2021-2022
by Debbie Critchfield on 3/8/2021 Length: 25:32There's been a lot of discussion about schedules in the district and you can hear first hand from the principal about what it means at Burley High School.
Sorry that one voice sounds so far away! (mine, the host.. Debbie)
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Mr. Roland Bott Talks the New Bell & Class Schedule for Declo High School 2021-2022
by Debbie Critchfield on 3/8/2021 Length: 12:34There's been a lot of discussion about schedules in the district and you can hear first hand from the principal about what it means at Declo High School.
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Mr. Eric Boden Talks the New Bell & Class Schedule for Raft River High School 2021-2022
by Debbie Critchfield on 3/8/2021 Length: 15:20There's been a lot of discussion about schedules in the district and you can hear first hand from the principal about what it means at Raft River High School.
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Mr. Ryun Payne Talks the New Bell & Class Schedule for Oakley High School 2021-2022
by Debbie Critchfield on 3/8/2021 Length: 20:10There's been a lot of discussion about schedules in the district and you can hear first hand from the principal about what it means at Oakley High School.
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Mr. Shumway, Cassia High Principal, Talks Schedules for the 2021-2022 school year
by Debbie Critchfield on 3/8/2021 Length: 11:43Not many changes in store for CHS, but listen to what the coming school year will look like.
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Mr. Ramezani Talks Revitalizing the Teaching of Math
by Debbie Crithchfield on 11/18/2020 Length: 12:17Meet Mr. Ramezani, at Declo Junior High! He is new to Cassia and came to teaching in an unconventional way. A Persian teacher at a medical school at one time, Mr. Ramezani came to Twin Falls and after a life changing accident, found himself pursuing a teaching career in math. He talks about how he approaches students and why "Math is Life". You just might start to believe him.. ;)
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Matt Cook, Owner of Goode Motor, Talks Workforce & Workforce Needs
by Debbie Crithchfield on 11/18/2020 Length: 18:14Listen to the discussion with a local business owner as he shares his thoughts and experiences about thinking through career paths. There are many opportunities for students outside of traditional university pathways. Leaving stereotypes behind, you might some new approaches for education serving your interests and skills.
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Chet Jeppeson, Dept of Labor, Talks Training Students Early for the Job Market
by Debbie Crithchfield on 11/18/2020 Length: 21:08Mr. Jeppeson, workforce consultant for the Idaho Dept. Labor, shares his experience gained from working with employers. Training students to be efffective in the job market starts early and needs good reinforcement.
The attached flyers are informational regarding our training programs. One of the flyers is for participants, the other is for business partners interested in participating.
The number to reach Jeppeson at the Dept Labor is: 208-678-5518 Ext: 3109
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Mr. Seely, JVE Principal, Talks Procedures in Schools to Keep Kids Safe
by Debbie Crithchfield on 8/21/2020 Length: 18:11If you are looking for a more detailed description of what a typical day would be like at an elementary, this is the right listen for you.
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Jessica Johnson, Teacher at BJHS, Talks Students, Instruction and New Attitudes
by Debbie Crithchfield on 8/19/2020 Length: 13:30Ms. Johnson shares her feelings about students returning to the classroom and how her atiitude will guide the atmosphere in her classroom.
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Mr. Shumway, Cassia High Principal, Talks Faculty and Staff in the new year
by Debbie Crithchfield on 8/19/2020 Length: 11:09Student safety is only one aspect of overall precautions for those at school. Staff and Faculty are also included in preventative measures and accomodations. Mr. Shumway talks about teacher and staff returning to school.
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Pat Merrell, School Counselor at Declo JH, Talks Emotional Support for Students
by Debbie Crithchfield on 8/19/2020 Length: 11:13Successful academics go hand in hand with strong emotional and behavioral support. Mrs. Merrell discusses this topic in the context of returning students. It's a great listen!
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Diana Gill, White Pine Principal, Talks Elementary Life in the COVID world
by Debbie Crithchfield on 8/19/2020 Length: 8:48Mrs. Gill shares her thougts about bringing our younger students back to school and finding a way to celebrate back to school.
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Dr. Paul Pugh Talks students returning to the Arts
by Debbie Crithchfield on 8/19/2020 Length: 12:18Getting back to school means math, reading and science, but it also means music, choir and band. Hear from the strings teacher how he plans to approach this area of school.
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Mr. Copmann, Burley JH Principal, Talks Starting School
by Debbie Crithchfield on 8/19/2020 Length: 10:52Mr. Copmann talks about getting back to school, welcoming students and how we see things coming together.
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Registration Information
by Debbie Critchfield on 8/3/2020 Length: 5:57We know you can't get enough of registration talk! Here's the same info, just said out loud!
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Getting Back to School
by Debbie Critchfield on 8/3/2020 Length: 23:14Sorry it's a one woman voice, but here's some general talk about starting back to school.
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Talking Mini Cassia Online Learning Academy
by on 8/3/2020 Length: 11:03Adding more info to what is already available.
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Mrs. Beck Talks Out of the Box Learning
by Debbie Critchfield on 3/3/2020 Length: 15:19Mrs. Jodie Beck, twelfth grade English teacher at Burley High School, organized a creative and innovative way to teach a staple of the classroom. Listen to her explain the project and more talk about how students learn to be adults.
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Mrs. Harper Talks Tech Center and Career Skills
by Debbie Critchfield on 3/3/2020 Length: 16:24Hear from CADD (You will learn this acronym) Teacher, Lisha Harper about the advantages of a technical education and how her program and other programs help students beyond high school.
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Mr. Bowden Talks Helping Kids and Parents Cope
by Debbie Critchfield on 1/10/2020 Length: 18:21In addition to the Connect program, we have a licensed therapist on the campuses on Declo Junior High and Cassia High School, through a grant project. Mr. Mathew Bowden talks about the challenges youth and their families are facing and how developing good communication skills, along with other skills, helps minimize some these life growing pains. He's a great resouce for our district!
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Mr. Johnston talks about reading at the elementary level
by Debbie Critchfield on 12/20/2019 Length: 14:41Moutain View Elementary Principal, Derek Johnston, offers his thoughts and tips about reading at home and with young kids.
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Jeanne Allen Talks Homelessness in Cassia
by Debbie Critchfield on 11/25/2019 Length: 15:35You may not have thought about it, but we have many homeless students and families in the district. This is a different conversation about students than we normally have. Listen to learn about it and an upcoming project to help.
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Sheri Allred and Taylee Robinson Talk BHS Student Vlog
by Debbie Critchfield on 11/14/2019 Length: 12:44Mrs. Allred, advisor to a new student communication class, and one of her students,Taylee Robinson, talks about class is working to connect students. It's called a VLOG class (think video-blog) and students are writing, filming, editing and producing news and informational spots for students, by students. A great use of multiple skills and technology, listen as they explain what they do and why they do it.
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Ms. Johnson Talks Student Restorative Practices
by Debbie Critchfield on 11/14/2019 Length: 13:02Jessica Johnson, Burley Junior Science Teacher, uses a technique called restorative practices to help students at school. Restorative practices promote inclusiveness, relationship-building and problem-solving, through methods such as circles for teaching and conflict resolution. Listen to how Miss Johnson uses this practice and believes it helps her classroom structure.
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Talking about Why We Have Earlier Out Mondays
by Debbie Critchfield on 11/6/2019 Length: 9:46We have had them for years and we have more 12:30 early outs this year. We ask assistant Superintendent, Sandra Miller about the whys and expected outcomes.
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Randy Winns talks Player and Parent Sportsmanship
by Debbie Critchfield on 11/6/2019 Length: 13:26Although new to Burley High School and school athletics, Mr. Winn has a perspective as a referee and sports enthusiast. We humbly offer some suggestions about how to show support and passion while balancing sportsmanship. As a little bonus at the end, we talk about college athletes and their ability to be sponsored.
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Andrew Wray Talks Developing Student Leaders
by Debbie Critchfield on 11/6/2019 Length: 13:23Student leaders need to be cultivated and mentored. Engaged students need some prodding and Mr. Wray gives some insights with his perspective of having worked with students. Good information whether you are the student, the mentor or the educator.
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Debbie C talks about Resolving Issues and Problems
by Debbie Critchfield on 10/14/2019 Length: 11:03Taking care of problems is an important part of making school a good place to be for students and families. Learn the adopted procedure for probelm resolution.
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Gail Gallegos talks Safety in the District
by Debbie Critchfield on 10/9/2019 Length: 13:18We have a strategic safety plan, inspite of the fact that two people can't say it well at first! Listen to actions, plans and goals for this important effort. The podcast tells you to look under the Community tab for parent information, but it's really under the Safety tab.
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Counselors + A College and Career Advisor talk about what they do
by Debbie Critchfield on 9/24/2019 Length: 13:58College and career advising combined with strategic counseling is the perfect combo to help students make the right choices beyond high school. Figuring out what comes next can be overhwhelming, not only for students, but for parents too. Burley High School counselors and career advisor speaks about how to access their support and resources. Parents are invited to have these same conversations. ** Important dates to know for help applying for FREE to college ** Watch for info from your high schools!
Oct 17- Oakley HS
Oct 22- Burley HS
Oct 29- Declo HS
Nov 7- Raft River HS
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Katie Muir talks SPARK After School Program
by Debbie Critchfield on 9/17/2019 Length: 12:51SPARK Afterschool is a program designed to continue the learning experience, in a different way than the school day, immediately after school. This is supported by a grant to specific elementary schools. Although there's a application process to be accepted into the free program, there is an all community afterschool event planned October 23th. Katie Muir, program director, shares the details.
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Website and App Chat
by Debbie Critchfield on 9/3/2019 Length: 11:35We have updated our website and added features in the hopes of making info easier to find and access. The App is always a great tool on your phones too. Hear some quick tips about what's new!
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Trustee Moon Talk about the Connect Program
by Debbie Critchfield on 8/27/2019 Length: 15:37It's OK to say I need help! That's the message for Cassia students. Trustee Darin Moon talks about the groundbreaking district program. Connect is a resource to help address a broad range of personal difficulties that may be causing distress. Learn about the whys and hows of Connect.
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Cassia Teacher of the Year, Kasey Heward, Talks about Making a Difference
by Debbie Critchfield on 8/23/2019 Length: 11:47Teaching in the 21st century is different AND the same as teaching in other times. Mrs. Heward shares her thoughts about reaching students and making a difference. She also shares her recommendations for reading! Tune in as the Cassia Teacher of Year shares her experiences in teaching and how she plans to help her students this year.
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Pam Teeter talks about Registration
by Debbie Critchfield on 8/5/2019 Length: 14:26We are trying to make registration as easy as possible! Tune in and hear Pam Teeter, executive assistant, give you some tips on how to get it done.
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Dr. Shank talks about facility and maintenance changes
by Debbie Critchfield on 7/26/2019 Length: 15:41There's a lot of talk about these changes and sitting down with Dr. Shank provides an insight to process and next steps.
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Steve Copmann talks about Bullying
by Debbie Critchfield on 7/26/2019 Length: 11:08One of the most frequently asked questions relates to bullying. We sat down with Steve Copmann to get his perspective on bullying and how parents can work with schools. You are going to hear some scratchy feedback at minute 2:29-2:47. IT GOES AWAY though! Give us a few seconds to get through!
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Introduction to the Podcast
by Debbie Critchfield on 7/24/2019 Length: 4:38We are excited about bringing you topics and information that can better help you navigate in your school and the district!