Exploring Small School Districts with Dr. Nicole Terrell-Smith, Ms. Chiquita Thompson, and Ms. Katherine Kiger

In this episode, we talk to Dr. Nicole Terrell-Smith, Superintendent of Pembroke School District, as well as Ms. Chiquita Thompson and Ms. Katherine Kiger, two long-time teachers at the elementary school. Ms. Thompson and Ms. Kiger share their experiences working in a small school district with its family atmosphere and close ties to nature and farmlife.  We also talk about the opportunities for cross-grade collaboration and home connections.  Dr. Smith discusses mentor programs, innovation, and community partnerships.