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Growing Together
by Douglas County Schools
The Douglas County School District Growing Together Podcast, bringing our community together through meaningful conversation. Hosted by Erica Mason. In season two, Erica has important conversations with best selling authors in the world of education around distance learning and other issues you care about. Erica will also continue to have conversations with leaders, educators, specialists and community members about topics that matter to you. Join us to ensure DCSD is a thriving community, now and in the future.
Episodes
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10 Meaningful Minutes: Guidance for Your Child with ADHD
Laurie and Aaron have a conversation with Brandon Slade. Brandon is the founder and CEO of Untapped Learning and a leading expert on the topic of Attention Deficit Disorder (ADHD). Brandon talks about having ADHD and how he has dedicated his life to help others experiencing ADHD, Dyslexia…
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Growing Together: Conversation with Pam Allyn
Our guest this week is Pam Allyn. Pam and Erica have a conversation about literacy and how to encourage a love of literacy with our students. Pam is an author of 26 books for educators. A few of her books include, “Every Child a Super Reader'', & “Your Child’s Writing Life: How to Inspire...
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10 Meaningful Minutes, Conversation with Finessa Ferrell
Laurie and Aaron invite Finessa Ferrell onto the show. Finessa is a Social & Emotional Learning Specialist with the Colorado Education Initiative. Finessa is also the keynote speaker at this year's DCSD Summer Summit; Building and Leaders on July 26th. Finessa dives deep into (SEL) Social…
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Conversation with Tina Boogren
Our guest this week is Tina Boogren. Tina and Erica have an in-depth conversation about self care for students and educators. Tina is the Author of "Becoming a Reflective Teacher. Tina is also an instructional coach and a consultant with the Marzano Research Lab. You can watch a vidcast of this...
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10 Meaningful Minutes, How to Encourage your Children to Become Better Writers
Aaron and Laurie invite friend and colleague, Jennifer Gottschalk on the show to talk about how to encourage your children to become better writers. Jennifer finds inspiration from some of her favorite authors that have written books on writing. Authors mentioned on today's show include Gail…
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Conversation with Best Selling Author, Elena Aguilar
Our guest this week is Elena Aguilar. Elena is the Best Selling Author of "Onward: Cultivating Emotional Resilience in Educators. She's also the founder and President of Bright Morning Consulting. You can also watch the vidcast of this show here: https://youtu.be/U0l_T2_kzds QUESTIONS: 00:15 Can...
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10 Meaningful Minutes, Changing ongoing habits for a less stressful life
Laurie and Aaron invite friend and colleague Jon Widmier to discuss the best way to change some of the bad habits we've picked up over the years. You can also watch the vidcast of this show here: https://youtu.be/mzJUo89lAw4 Hosts: Lauren LaComb, Coordinator - Healthy Schools / Health, Wellness &...
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Conversation with DCSD Middle School Students & their Parents
Director / Curriculum Instruction & Professional Growth Erica has an in-depth conversation with 3 Sierra Middle School students and their parents about how to be successful and positive and how to support each other during these difficult times. You can also watch the vidcast of this episode…
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10 Meaningful Minutes, Time Management
Laurie and Aaron invite friend and colleague Jon Widmier to discuss tips & tricks for time management during these stressful times. Please watch the vidcast of this show here. https://youtu.be/qhNa47DoNdQ Hosts: Lauren LaComb, Coordinator - Healthy Schools / Health, Wellness & Prevention Aaron...
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Conversation with DCSD High School Students
Erica has an in-depth conversation with 2 Chaparral high school students about how to be successful and positive and how to support each other during these difficult times. Also adding insight to this conversation is CHS counselor Heather Hachenberger. You can also watch the Vidcast of this show...
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Conversation with Dave Burgess, Best Selling Author of Teach Like a Pirate
Our guest this week is Dave Burgess. Dave is the New York Times Best Selling Author of "Teach Like a Pirate". Dave specializes in teaching hard-to-reach, hard-to-motivate students with techniques that incorporate showmanship and creativity. You can watch the vidcast of this show, here:...
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10 Meaningful Minutes, Advocating for our Students
Laurie and Aaron invite friend and colleague Jon Widmier to discuss self advocating and how parents can help their children navigate these uncertain times. You can also watch a vidcast of this show here: https://youtu.be/6NW4dOhPl1w Hosts: Lauren LaComb, Coordinator - Healthy Schools / Health,...
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Conversation with Stephen Barkley
Our guest this week is Stephen Barkley. Stephen is Executive Vice President of PLS 3rd Learning. Stephen is a master teacher of teachers and internationally known to work with School districts to facilitate change. You can watch the vidcast of this show, here: https://youtu.be/rvow8dLTRdk...
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10 Meaningful Minutes, Laughter is The Best Medicine
Laurie and Aaron talk about the scientific and therapeutic benefits of laughter. Also, Aaron tells a really funny story that will most likely get him in hot water. You can also watch the vidcast of this episode here: https://youtu.be/N5Q8e30zMYQ Hosts: Lauren LaComb, Coordinator - Healthy Schools…
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Conversation with John Spencer, Best Selling Author of Empower
Our guest this week is John Spencer. John is the best selling author of Empower, Launch, Vintage Innovation, also John has just released and discusses his new book, Empowered at a Distance. You can also watch the vidcast of this episode here; https://youtu.be/AIrVRKWI-0Q QUESTIONS: Q: Tell us…
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10 Meaningful Minutes, Life Stories
During this stressful time of covid and politics, Laurie and Aaron keep it light and each tell one of their favorite life stories. Hosts: Lauren LaComb, Coordinator - Healthy Schools / Health, Wellness & Prevention Aaron Ragon, Lead Counselor / Personalized Learning Department You can also watch...
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Conversation with Douglas Fisher, Best Selling Author of the Distance Learning Playbook.
Our guest for our first show of the 2020/2021 school year is Douglas Fisher. Douglas is a professor at San Diego State University and co-founder of Health Sciences High & Middle College, and the author of numerous books, including "The Distance Learning Playbook". Our host, Erica Mason, has a...
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DCSD: Summer break
We hope you all have a wonderful summer break! If you have any ideas for our podcast or topics you would like us to talk about, please reach out to [email protected]
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DCSD: Remote learning at Stone Mountain elementary
Erica Mason talks with Alison Smith, Hollie Borrego, Lori Sinclair, Cynthia Berndt and Lisa Knudtson about their transition to remote learning and what they are doing at Stone Mountain to offer support for their students. QUESTIONS: Tell me a little bit about each of you and what you like about...
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Ten Meaningful Minutes: John Widmier on tips for Parents to help their kids through unknown times
Laurie Lacomb and Aaron Regan talk with John Widmier (the coordinator of social, emotional and behavior services for Littleton Public schools) about advice for parents to help their students get through unknown times. QUESTIONS: John, tell us about your background. What advice do you have for...
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DCSD: Remote learning Music
Erica Mason talks with Jeff Collins, a music teacher at Eagle Academy about how he has adapted to remote learning. QUESTIONS: Tell us about yourself, Eagle Academy, and everything you are doing there. How has remote learning changed your approach to learning? What have been some of the biggest...
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Ten Meaningful Minutes: Mindfulness in times of uncertainty
Laurie LaComb and Aaron Regan talk about the importance of mindfulness during these times of uncertainty. QUESTIONS: In times like these, how can mindfulness help? Why face your fears with curiosity, and how does it help?
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DCSD: Remote Library and teacher support
Erica Mason talks with Graig MacHendrie (Digital Library Specialist at Sagewood middle school) and Linda Conway (Director of Library Programming) about how they have transitioned to a remote library, how things have changed, and how they are supporting teachers with remote learning. QUESTIONS…
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Ten Meaningful Minutes: Helping students with Anxiety during COVID-19 with Dr. Cypers
Laurie LaComb and Aaron Ragon talk with Dr. Scott Cypers, Director of Stress and Anxiety programs at the Helen and Arthur E Johnson Depression Center, about how to help students with anxiety. QUESTIONS: What advice do you have for families that are trying to balance school, work, and staying…
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DCSD: Global awareness and social entrepreneurship at Mesa Middle school
Erica Mason talks with Tony Jackowski and Mary Murphy about their program at Mesa middle school regarding Global awareness and social entrepreneurship. QUESTIONS: Tell us about your program at Mesa Middle school regarding global awareness and social entrepreneurship. What does it look like for...
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Ten Meaningful Minutes: Trade school options
Laurie LaComb and Aaron Ragon talk with Patrick Alley, the training coordinator at DJEATC about their trade school program. QUESTIONS: What does your program do for students? What does it look like to join your program? How long does it take to work through the training? What's the earning...
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DCSD: CTE/Engineering Potential and how students are helping fight COVID-19
Erica Mason talks with Kent Allison, Technology & Engineering Teacher, Department Chair and Technology Student Association Advisor at Mountain Vista High School and Debbie Tawzer, Digital Design/Engineering Teacher and TSA Advisor at Legend High School about their program and how students are...
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Ten Meaningful Minutes: MS Counseling
Laurie LaComb and Aaron Regan talk with Tiffany Anderson, the Counselor for Prevention at Sierra middle school about the programs and events they offer for students and parents. QUESTIONS: What does C4P mean? Is there anything that stands out that you are proud of? As a counselor, if you could…
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DCSD: Remote Learning
Erica Mason talks with Joy Griffin, our CPE and CE Coordinator at DCSD about remote learning and student support. QUESTIONS: 1) As we rollout and implement our Strategic Plan, what are you most excited about? How does this support the work that you are doing? 2) Can you tell our listeners about...
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Ten Meaningful Minutes: Youth Services in Douglas County
Laurie LaComb and Aaron Ragon talk with Marsha Alston, the Youth Services Program Manager at Douglas County Youth Initiative, about the different programs and services that are within Douglas County aimed to help and support our students. QUESTIONS: Tell us about the Douglas County Youth...
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DCSD: A day in the classroom with Emma Watson, Science Teacher
Erica Mason talks with Emma Watson, a Science Teacher at Cimarron middle school about science day, standards, how kids are engaging in the classroom. Questions: What are you most excited about being a science teacher and working with students in your classroom? What brought you to become a middle...
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Ten Meaningful Minutes: Support for At Risk Youth
Laurie LaComb and Aaron Ragon talk with Amy Topelson about mental health, suicide prevention and how to help at risk students. QUESTIONS: What are signs or indications that a child may need help? If you see signs that your student is struggling, what should parents do? What should a parent do if...
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DCSD: Global issues, student stress, and how to teach difficult topics.
Erica Mason talks with Laurie LaComb, Aaron Ragon and Heather Berry about teaching difficult issues like climate change to students. QUESTIONS: How do we talk about and teach difficult topics? What is a good explanation we can use to explain climate change to students? What are positive steps we...
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Ten Meaningful Minutes: Addiction and phones
Laurie LaComb and Aaron Ragon discuss technology use among students. QUESTIONS: Why should we be talking about technology use? From a wellness point of view, what are your thoughts and tips for technology use? RECOURSES: https://www.screenagersmovie.com/...
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DCSD: Dyslexia with Dr. Regan
Erica Mason talks with Dr. Tiffany Regan about dyslexia and the work Douglas County schools are doing to support students and teachers. Questions: Why should we be talking about dyslexia? What does it mean when people have characteristics of dyslexia? Tell us about your experience supporting...
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Ten Meaningful Minutes: What is Mindfulness
Aaron Ragon talks with Laurie LaComb about mindfulness, what it is and how it is being used in Douglas County schools. QUESTIONS: Can you tell me what mindfulness is? Why have we been introducing this to schools? Any antidote to share? What would like our listeners to take away from this?--
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DCSD: Co-Teaching and ELD Support at Castle Rock Middle School
In this episode, you'll hear from two collaborating teachers on how the support English Language Learners through a co-teaching model. Additionally, Dir. of ELD, Remy Rummel shares her philosophy of co-teaching for DCSD students. QUESTIONS: What is your vision of ELD programming at CRMS? Talk…
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Ten Meaningful Minutes: Part Two of Tips, tricks, and trap doors. Helping your student through the college process
In this episode, Laurie LaComb and Aaron Ragon continue their discussion about preparing your students for college. QUESTIONS: Can you describe the application process? Are there essays college's dont want to read? What is the process for students to get letters of recommendation? As parents, is...
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DCSD: MTSS in action in Douglas County
This podcast will provide some insight from current leaders and implementing educators in DCSD related to MTSS. QUSTIONS: What does MTSS look like in your building? What are the next steps for you this coming year? When we talk about MTSS in you building, how do you know the systems you have put…
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Ten Meaningful Minutes: Part One of Tips, tricks, and trap doors. Helping your students through the college process
In this episode, Laurie LaComb talks with Aaron Ragon about preparing your students for college. Tips for how to apply, the importance of visiting schools, and how to make wise financial decisions when choosing a school. QUESTIONS: How do you start the search for the right college? Why is it...
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DCSD: It's okay not to be okay.
In this episode we visit with two students (Jay Chohan and Zoey Zizzo) from Rock Canyon High School to hear about their Douglas County School District learning experience. QUESTIONS: What is your hope for the future of students in Douglas County School District? What is the hardest part about…
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Ten Meaningful Minutes: If student struggles arise, what are the best steps to take to solve them
Laurie LaComb and Aaron Ragon define anxiety, identifying signs of anxiety, and providing a few strategies. QUESTIONS: If student struggles arise, what are the best steps to take to solve them? What steps can parents take to help find solutions within the school setting? Resources: DCSD website-...
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DCSD: Educator Effectiveness with Guest Dr. Kirby
This week we visit with Deane Kirby to hear a little bit about her vision around instructional leadership and alignment to the strategic plan. QUESTIONS: What is your philosophy of instructional leadership? How does your work connect with our strategic plan? How did you develop your leadership...
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Ten Meaningful Minutes: Anxiety
Laurie LaComb talks with Aaron Ragon (DCSD Counselor Leader), about what anxiety is followed by strategies and tips to help students and others deal with it. QUESTIONS: What is anxiety? What are signs of anxiety that parents need to look out for? What are some ideas of how to handle anxiety?...
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DCSD "The Vision"
Host: Erica Mason Guest(s): Dr. Thomas Tucker Erica Mason and Dr. Thomas Tucker discuss the instructional leadership, the vision and the strategic plan for DCSD QUESTIONS: What is your vision of Instructional Leadership? In our district, our strategic plan is all about growing together ( our...
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The Douglas County School District Growing Together Podcast, bringing our community together through meaningful conversation. Hosted by Erica Mason. In season two, Erica has important conversations with best selling authors in the world of education around distance learning and other issues you care about. Erica will also continue to have conversations with leaders, educators, specialists and community members about topics that matter to you. Join us to ensure DCSD is a thriving community, now and in the future.
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