Empowering Educators: Jessica Hiler Discusses Funding, Professional Development, and School Policy

Jessica Hiler, VP, Kentucky Education AssociationQuote of the Podcast: "Unless someone like you cares a whole awful lot, nothing is going to get better. It's not" -The Lorax, Dr. SeussIntroduction of Guest BIO – Taught Kindergarten at Deep Springs Elementary in Fayette County from 1999 - 2010. Served as the President of the Fayette County Education Association from 2010 - 2025. Began the term as the Vice President of Kentucky Education Association in June of 2025. Was appointed to the Early Childhood Task Force in 2008 by Governor Steve Beshear.InterviewAgents of Change: Leaders/Innovators. 30,000 Ft. View – Why so we, as a society invest in education?What drew you to education?Upcoming 2026 Legislative session and need for additional funding for public schools.What are the biggest challenges to you?What would you like decision makers to know?”Support the showEducation Perspectives is edited by Shashank P athttps://www.fiverr.com/saiinovation?source=inboxIntro and Outro by Dynamix Productions