027: Overcoming School Transitions and the Rise of the North Pole High Band
In this episode, Superintendent Dr. Meinert sits down with Kendall Townsend, a former Ben Eielson High student and now a senior at North Pole High, Liam Wade, a North Pole High senior, and Kieran Kauf...
7 Jan 202529min
026: Reflecting on Service in Public Education with Erin Morotti and Chrya Sanderson
In this episode, recently "retired" board members, Erin Morotti and Chrya Sanderson join Superintendent Dr. Meinert to discuss their journeys of service, from the inspiration to run for office to how ...
17 Dec 202441min
025: Leading and Learning with Elementary Principals
On this episode, Superintendent Dr. Meinert welcomes Principals Genevieve Chacho from Woodriver Elementary, Michelle Heminger from Ladd Elementary, and Eston Jennings from Midnight Sun Elementary. The...
10 Dec 202445min
024: Building a Stronger Future: Investing in Alaska's Students
In this episode, Lael Oldmixon, executive director of the Education Trust of Alaska, joins Superintendent Dr. Meinert to discuss the importance of early investing for students' postsecondary education...
26 Nov 202425min
023: Exploring Effie Kokrine Charter School
In this episode, Superintendent Dr. Meinert visits with students at Effie Kokrine Charter School to engage in a meaningful conversation about the school’s unique culture and the wide range of learning...
12 Nov 202426min
022: Bridging the Gap: Enhancing School-to-Home Communication
In this episode, Superintendent Dr. Meinert is joined by communication expert Patricia Weinzapfel and Brianna Gray, executive director of student support services, to explore strategies for enhancing ...
29 Okt 202415min
021: Leading as Student Athletes
Superintendent Dr. Meinert is joined by two student athletes, Layla Fields, a senior at West Valley High and Luke Skinner, a junior at Lathrop High, along with district Activities Coordinator Wayne Sa...
15 Okt 202416min
020: Planning for Future Success
Superintendent Dr. Meinert is joined by Drew Schantz, design principal at Education Elements, and Brandy Harty, board of education president. Join the conversation as they lean into personalized strat...
1 Okt 202425min
