EPISODE · May 19, 2026 · 20 MIN
SA Tech-Cast E104 - Mrs. Jen Rea
from South Allegheny Tech-Cast · host Jeffrey Nobili
00:00 - Introduction01:15 - The Gladiator Gauntlet: from journalism student to elementary STEAM leader.03:30 - A Day in the Innovation Center.05:45 - The Evolution of EdTech08:20 - Light Bulb Moments11:00 - Rising to the Challenge: why failure is a vital part of the learning process.13:45 - Connecting Tech to Careers16:20 - Survival Strategy: When Tech Fails19:10 - The Magic Wand: organizing a messy Google Drive.21:30 - Rapid Fire Round24:15 - Closing RemarksWe are taking the South Allegheny Tech-Cast on the road! This week, we welcome Jennifer Rea, the driving force behind our Elementary Innovation Center, to discuss how our youngest Gladiators are mastering the tools of the future. From 18 years of classroom experience to leading a hub of creativity, Jen shares her journey and the "light bulb" moments that happen when students take ownership of technology. Jen’s philosophy is simple: "Be the best you can be. Do better than the day before." Don't miss this inspiring conversation about the reality of tech in our schools.Listen now and find out exactly where the future is taking our Gladiators!* Intro/Outro music by Travis Nobili (AARCAUDIO)*Recorded at the South Allegheny School District Gladiators Podcast Studio
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00:00 - Introduction01:15 - The Gladiator Gauntlet: from journalism student to elementary STEAM leader.03:30 - A Day in the Innovation Center.05:45 - The Evolution of EdTech08:20 - Light Bulb Moments11:00 - Rising to the Challenge: why failure is a vital part of the learning process.13:45 - Connecting Tech to Careers16:20 - Survival Strategy: When Tech Fails19:10 - The Magic Wand: organizing a messy Google Drive.21:30 - Rapid Fire Round24:15 - Closing RemarksWe are taking the South Allegheny Tech-Cast on the road! This week, we welcome Jennifer Rea, the driving force behind our Elementary Innovation Center, to discuss how our youngest Gladiators are mastering the tools of the future. From 18 years of classroom experience to leading a hub of creativity, Jen shares her journey and the "light bulb" moments that happen when students take ownership of technology. Jen’s philosophy is simple: "Be the best you can be. Do better than the day before." Don't miss this inspiring conversation about the reality of tech in our schools.Listen now and find out exactly where the future is taking our Gladiators!* Intro/Outro music by Travis Nobili (AARCAUDIO)*Recorded at the South Allegheny School District Gladiators Podcast Studio
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