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EPISODE · Jun 20, 2026 · 53 MIN

#89 – Real World Learning in Public Schools – Dylan Peterson, MPA, Fort Osage School District

from Kansas City Business Cast · host Michael Risinger - VAS LLC

Dylan Peterson is the Business and Community Coordinator for Fort Osage School District, in Jackson County, Missouri.She shares how integrating podcasting and real-world projects into education prepares students for life beyond high school. Discover innovative approaches to student engagement, skill development, and community involvement that are transforming education.To hear about Michael’s visit to Fort Osage High School earlier this year, look up KCBC episode 81.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Podcasting in Education02:20 The Role of Real World Learning10:03 Building Trust and Community Engagement14:00 Success Stories and Student Outcomes18:37 The Impact of Podcasting on Student Growth22:24 Innovative Educational Approaches26:52 Looking Ahead: Future of Education and Student Preparedness27:54 Supporting Students Through Challenges29:48 Building Trust with Parents and Community32:56 Embracing Failure and Learning from Mistakes35:45 Adapting Quickly in Education39:55 Engaging Businesses in Student Learning43:45 The Power of Young People and Their PotentialConnect with Dylan and learn more about the Real World Learning Initiative:• Email Dylan: [email protected]• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dylan-r-peterson • Fort Osage School District: www.fortosage.net Our Sponsor:VAS LLC - Book a free consult call by messaging us on Facebook or LinkedIn. Learn about how our small business growth coaching services can help you improve your processes, increase value-added activity, and reduce your operational waste. Email: [email protected] KCBC Info:• Media Inquiries: direct message us on Instagram, LinkedIn, or Facebook• Instagram (our main page): https://www.instagram.com/kcbc913• YouTube: https://www.instagram.com/kcbctv • YouTube: @KCBCtv• Spotify: Kansas City Business Cast• Apple Podcasts: Kansas City Business Cast• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kcbc913816 • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/kcbctv• Hire VAS LLC Business Coaching: https://www.linkedin.com/company/vasllc This interview was recorded @kcbctv studio, and the guest’s own studio environment. Outro music by Karl Casey / @whitebataudioThe information and opinions presented by our guests do not reflect the opinions of Kansas City Business Cast (KCBC), Kansas City Business Cast Network (KCBCtv), or its affiliates & sponsors. Sometimes we talk about finance, health, wellness, philosophy, history, the economy, religion, and other topics. This episode, as with all of our episodes, is intended for educational purposes.#realworldlearning #publiceducation #transitionprograms #learning #publicschoolsystem

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