In this episode, we were privileged to interview Dr. Genelle Morris, the Superintendent of the Olean City School District. Genelle spoke about her process for developing a Strategic Plan and the power of belonging. She references the work with Evaluative Beings and the concept of Belonging Through a Culture of Dignity, a book by Floyd Cobb, John Kr…

The Falls Church School Board began its monthly meeting to honoring the children from our military-connected families (above). FCCPS is on the path to becoming the third school division in Virginia to achieve the esteemed Purple Star Designation from the Virginia Department of Education. This prestigious award is given to schools that show an unwav…

Big changes ahead for the SAT! On Episode 74 of the Lee Schools TV Podcast, Rob Spicker sits down with Kim Sass to discuss the newly digital SAT test.LeeSchools TV tarafından oluşturuldu

During its March Work Session last night, the Falls Church School Board received two presentations and answers to questions on the continuing topic of Parents as Coaches. FCCPS Transportation Director Regina Anderson described efforts in managing and optimizing its 29-bus fleet, including daily operations, staff structure, and replacement strategie…

In this episode we interviewed Gregory Woytila, the Superintendent of the North Tonawanda City School District. Greg shared how his district embraces STEM and STEAM. Additionally we interviewed Mike Tambroni, the Director of Student Services. Mike shared how his school district from grades 5-12 all worked to submit a science experiment to Mission 1…

In its March Regular Meeting, the Falls Church School Board unanimously approved its "Advertised Budget" for the fiscal year 2025. It includes reductions in health expenditures and the addition of an Elementary Reading Specialist. The budget also maintains its commitment to competitive compensation for FCCPS staff, with a proposed Step increase for…

In Episode 73, Rob Spicker sits down with Cara Coble to discuss our Summer Enrichment Camp for high school students! The Support our Students program is a district and community partnership initiative that offers exceptional learning opportunities and career enrichment activities.LeeSchools TV tarafından oluşturuldu

In this episode we interviewed Mr. Kaine Kelly the Superintendent of Randolph Central School District. Kaine shared information about the Soaring Cardinal PBIS Program. We also interviewed Kristy Carlson. Kristy is the elementary principal at Randolph. She spoke about the PBIS program as well as many other positive activities that are unique to Ran…

In this episode, E-NSSA was asked by NYSCOSS to conduct a podcast with the Keynote Speakers for the Winter institute - Cultivating a Culture of Excellence for All Students. We had the pleasure of interviewing Dr. Barbara Mullen, Superintendent, of the Rush-Henrietta CSD, Dr. Terry Ward, Superintendent of Schools at Cato-Meridian Central School Dist…

Falls Church School Board Advances Inclusivity and Budget Planning At the Falls Church School Board meeting, FCCPS Secondary Campus Associate Principals, Counselors, and other team members delivered a compelling presentation on the "Creating Welcoming and Courageous Spaces" initiative, which is dedicated to enhancing inclusivity and resilience amon…

In this episode we interviewed Mr. Tim Carter, the Superintendent of Wilson Central Schools. Tim shared information about the Choose Kindness program at their middle school and their Sunshine Club at the HS. We also interviewed Scott Benton. Scott is the MS Principal at Wilson. He explained the genisis of the Choose Kindness initiatve. Additionally…

This Falls Church School Board meeting was marked by a festive atmosphere, as February has been designated as School Board Appreciation Month and the current week as School Board Clerk Appreciation Week. In a heartfelt display of gratitude, each school in the district crafted a video tribute to honor the school board's efforts. Additionally, Clerk …

Meet Marliss Brockington, our Adult & Career Education Teacher on Assignment. On today's podcast she discusses Upskill Village, a program which provides adult learners with micro-credentials to help them in the workforce. Learn about other adult education opportunities as well!LeeSchools TV tarafından oluşturuldu

In this episode we interviewed Dr. Jeff Rabey, the Interim Superintendent of the West Seneca Central School District. Previous to becoming the Interim Superintendent, Jeff served successfully as a Superintendent in Depew and Lakeshore schools for a total of 16 years. Jeff also enjoys working for D’Youville University as an Assistant Professor and P…

In the first FY 2025 Budget Work Session of the Falls Church City School Board, key points included the modification of lunch and recess times at Oak Street for better teacher supervision and student safety, the impact of a potential subsidy for Wednesday child care, and a discussion on technology upgrades to enhance educational resources and infra…

In the first FY 2025 Budget Work Session of the Falls Church City School Board, key points included the modification of lunch and recess times at Oak Street for better teacher supervision and student safety, the impact of a potential subsidy for Wednesday child care, and a discussion on technology upgrades to enhance educational resources and infra…

In this episode Timothy Oldenburg, the Superintendent of the Tonawanda City School District passed the podcasting torch to his Warrior Academy team. Christa Young led the conversation. Christa is the Director of Special Education. Also joining the podcast were some special guests. We heard from Lyndsey Todaro the high school principal and Angela Kl…

Meet our Principal, Assistant Principal, and Teacher of the Year! On this episode of the Lee Schools TV Podcast, we sit down with Alex Dworzanski, Kristin Stevens, and Maria Rose. Find out what sets them apart and keeps them going!LeeSchools TV tarafından oluşturuldu

In this episode we interviewed Dr. Darren Brown-Hall, the Superintendent of the Williamsville Central School District. Darren shared how his district created a DEI School Calendar committee and recommended New Religious and Cultural Holidays to be adopted by their Board of Education. Additionally we interviewed Tony Scanzuso (Assistant Superintende…

Falls Church City Public Schools (FCCPS) has announced an ambitious budget for FY 2025 aimed at addressing the educational needs of a growing student population. Superintendent Peter Noonan's proposal includes strategic plans for expanding staff in response to an anticipated increase of 185 students over two years. Critical aspects of the budget in…

During its annual Organizational Meeting last night, the Falls Church School Board unanimously elected Dr. Tate Gould as its Chair and Kathleen Tysse as the Vice-Chair for the 2024 term. The Board extended heartfelt congratulations to the Meridian High School Field Hockey team for their remarkable 21-1 season, a record that stands as the finest in …

This presentation is a valuable resource for parents, educators, and professionals involved in supporting students with disabilities in their transition to post-secondary education and employment. It provides insights into the available services, eligibility criteria, and collaborative efforts between different organizations to facilitate this tran…

In this episode we interviewed Daniel Ljiljanich, the Superintendent of the Niagara Wheatfield Central School District. Additionally we met Patrick Cremer (Science Teacher) and Jacob Wills (12th grade student). They all shared incredible information related to the District's Eco-Campus Revitalization Project. Find us on Twitter @NiagaraErie…

The Falls Church School Board meeting marked a significant transitional phase. The board celebrated the years-long contributions of outgoing Chair Laura Downs and member Dr. Susan Dimock, whose terms conclude on December 31st. Meanwhile, the board welcomed and witnessed the swearing-in of new members Amie Murphy, Bethany Henderson, and Dr. Jerod An…

Cadet Commanders Dayami Gonzalez from South Fort Myers High and Kenneth Mo from Lehigh Senior High School discuss opportunities in JROTC.LeeSchools TV tarafından oluşturuldu

n a joint presentation to the City Council and School Board, officials unveiled the fiscal forecast for FCCPS and the Falls Church General Government for the upcoming FY 2025, projecting robust growth amid financial challenges. Falls Church City Public Schools (FCCPS) forecast a rise in student enrollment, necessitating the hiring of additional tea…

In this episode we interviewed Mrs. Mary Howard, a sixth grade teacher of ELA and Science at our Veronica Connor Middle School in Grand Island NY. Mary authored the book "The ChatGPT Guide for Educators: Artificial Intelligence to Streamline Your Teacher Life. (Published March of 2023) Mary is a Nationally Board Certified Teacher and she believes p…

In a comprehensive agenda, the Falls Church School Board focused on future planning and policy development. Key discussions included setting legislative priorities for the 2024 General Assembly session and a forward-looking discussion on the FY 2025 budget priorities. Transportation was a notable topic, focusing on bolstering the Division's school …

In this episode we interviewed James Bialasik, the Superintendent of the Springville Griffith Institute Central School District along with his High School Principal, Megahn Janora, two school counselors, Michael Criscione and Chris Mathewson and Teaching Assistant Kathy Krzmien. They shared information regarding a new intervention program created t…

In this episode we interviewed Daniel Pacos, the Superintendent of the Lake Shore Central School District. Daniel shared how his district grew a successful eSports program for their high school. Additionally we interviewed Melissa Bergler, the Assistant Superintendent for Instruction and two of their eSports coaches and Technology Integrator specia…

The Falls Church School Board received an extensive briefing on projected student enrollment for the 2024-25 school year and beyond. This briefing included the Weldon Cooper Center analysis at the University of Virginia and the Stephen Fuller Institute. A key focus was the demographic changes anticipated due to three upcoming Falls Church developme…

Chief Financial Officer Dr. Ami Desamours talks about the Half-Cent Sales Tax five years after it was passed by Lee County voters, how it has benefitted every school in the District, and what's next.LeeSchools TV tarafından oluşturuldu

In this episode we interviewed Dr. Matt Frahm, the Superintendent of Clarence Central Schools. Matt shared about the importance of school leaders spending time creating powerful moments for students, faculty and staff. Joining the podcast today were the four elementary principals in the Clarence Central School District. Keith Kuwik (Ledgeview Eleme…

In this episode we interviewed Adam Stoltman, the Superintendent of the Alden Central School District. Adam and his team shared information on their student run WACS news, video and social media programs. Colin Dabkowski joined the podcast. Colin in an English Teacher at Alden HS and he oversees this amazing project based program. Additionally, two…

The City of Falls Church celebrates the unveiling and official launch of electric school buses. Led by Superintendent of Schools Peter Noonan, the event includes speeches from various stakeholders, including the vice chair of the school board, Tate Gould, school transportation director Regina Anderson, and representatives from Sonny Merriman and Do…

In this enlightening episode, we delve into the complexities of executive functioning skills in school-age students. Inspired by a recent presentation for Falls Church City Public School parents, we explore what executive functioning really means in the context of a child's daily life and academic journey. With over 110 parents in attendance, this …

In this episode we interviewed Mike Ginestre, the Superintendent of the Sweet Home Central School District. Mike shared how his District has developed a plan to purchase Zero Emission, Electric School Buses as mandated by NY law. Additionally we interviewed Don Feldmann, the Assistant Superintendent of Finance and Plant Operations. Don shared valua…

Baseball Field Restoration at Meridian High School: By a unanimous vote, the board authorized an expenditure and transfer of $2,000,000 from the fund balance to the Capital Improvement Fund. This money will be used for baseball field restoration at Meridian High School. 2024 Legislative Program: The School Board introduced its annual legislative pr…

In this episode we interviewed David Lilleck, the Superintendent of the Orchard Park Central School District. David shines a spotlight on some of his HS students who created their own Not for Profit student advocacy group. "Students Protecting Education". Joining us on this podcast were Luke Lippitt and Jillian Yarnes. Luke and Jillian are the foun…

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During the Falls Church School Board October Regular Meeting: School leaders presented the annual School Action Reports, while a Spotlight on Team FCCPS video delved into the recent achievements of the 5-year Strategic Plan. The Board also designated October as Bullying Prevention, Filipino-American Heritage, and Italian-American Heritage Month. Pu…

Medicaid Waivers are the way Virginia funds services for people with developmental disabilities. Everything from a small amount of respite to in-home care to employment support is covered by Waivers. In this one-hour presentation, Lucy Beadnell, the Director of Advocacy at the Arc of Northern Virginia, will review what Waivers are, what services Wa…

In this episode, E-NSSA was asked by NYSCOSS to conduct a podcast with the Keynote Speakers for the Fall Leadership Summit. We had the pleasure of interviewing Mr. Joshua Bacigalupi, the Superintendent of the Dryden Central schools. Joshua's keynote presentation was called - "Afghanistan, Audacity, and Affirmation". We also interviewed Mr. Antonio …

Today on our podcast we have Mark Laurrie, the Superintendent of the Niagara Falls City School District. Mark is in his 8th year as a superintendent and his 40th year as an educator. Mark has been a progressive leader who is always a champion for his students. He has been the recipient of several local and state awards for leading his school commun…

Student Performance and End-of-Year Budget DataDuring the Falls Church School Board's September Work Session, Drs. Peter Weilenmann and William Bates presented the annual Fall Student Performance data. The comprehensive data primarily focused on the Standards of Learning (SOL) results, providing detailed breakdowns by subject area, including Histor…

In this episode, we were privileged to interview Dr. Jason Andrews the Superintendent of the Windsor Central School District near Binghamton NY. Jason is in his 19th school year as a Superintendent and he was recently named the President of the New York Council of School Superintendents. In this episode, Jason discusses how he leads his district th…

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In this episode we interviewed Michael Cornell, the Superintendent of the Hamburg Central Schools and President of the Erie-Niagara Schools Superintendent Association. In our second season of the podcast, Mike Cornell and his team discussed Athlete Talks that are focused on Mental Wellness. Joining us for this episode was Tina LaMendola. Tina is a …

During its September 2023 meeting, the first regular meeting of the Falls Church School Board for the new school year, Superintendent Peter Noonan presented his annual School Opening Report. The board also listened to public comments concerning short Wednesdays and Advanced Academics. They granted easements for commercial developments situated next…

In this episode, we were privileged to interview Dr. Kevin McGowan, the Superintendent of the Brighton Central School District near Rochester NY. Kevin is in his 15th year as a Superintendent and he was recently named the NYS Superintendent of the Year. Additionally he was also named the National Superintendent of the Year! In this episode, Kevin d…