EPISODE 51: From Paris to the Classroom: A Global Journey in Education

Welcome back to Elevated Insights, the official podcast of Tooele County School District! We’re kicking off a new season with an inspiring episode that highlights the global reach and local impact of our French Dual Language Immersion (DLI) program.In this on-site recording straight from Grantsville High School, Superintendent Dr. Mark Ernst sits down with three remarkable educators whose journeys span continents and classrooms:Jean Charconnet – French DLI Teacher, Grantsville HighCloe Remila – 2nd Grade DLI Teacher, Grantsville ElementaryIsabelle Nadeau-Baxellerie – 7th Grade DLI Teacher, Grantsville Junior HighTogether, they share their personal stories, teaching philosophies, and the unique experiences that brought them from France to Tooele County. Listeners will gain insight into the DLI program’s structure across grade levels, the importance of bilingual education, and the recent recognition TCSD received from the French government through the prestigious LabelFrancÉducation designation.Whether you're a parent, educator, student, or community member, this episode offers a powerful reminder of how language, culture, and education intersect to shape global citizens right here in our schools.