Dr. Tafoya is joined by Bill Palladino to talk about Harvard CUSD 50's initiative; The Happiness Advantage - Orange Frog. Bill Palladino, is a well-known consultant, speaker, writer, and leader. The Happiness Advantage | Orange Frog Workshop™ provides a blueprint for increasing staff and student engagement, enhancing SEL, and tapping into people's intrinsic motivations.

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Orange Frog

Harvard CUSD 50 Superintendent Dr. Corey Tafoya examines the Return to School process with Jefferson Elementary School Principal Dr. Judy Floeter. 

Return to School

Dr. Tafoya sits down with Laura Martinez to talk about school boards. Laura serves as the Field Services Director for the Illinois Association of School Boards. Together, they have a conversation about school board elections and why someone would choose to run for the school board. 

The School Board

Dr. Tafoya talks with Maura Bridges who serves D50 as the Coordinator of College and Career Readiness.  Maura talks about the importance of AVID within the district and how they are working to prepare all Harvard Students to be ready for wherever their path may lead after high school.

College and Career Readiness

Harvard CUSD 50 Superintendent sits down to talk remote instruction with Harvard Junior High School's Principal, Mr. Cardamone.  Tom Cardamone was new to the district right before Remote Instruction began last March. Dr. Tafoya takes the time for our listeners to learn a little bit more about Tom and his family. 

Dr. Tafoya and Mr. Cardamone

Dr. Tafoya continues his talk with current board member and lifelong educator Dr. Richard Crosby. In the second half of this two-part episode, they discuss major inflection points for the district. Many aspects of education have changed over the decades, but Dr. Crosby’s commitment to the children of Harvard remains constant. 

9: Lifelong Educator Dr. Richard Crosby – Part 2

Dr. Tafoya talks with current board member and lifelong educator Dr. Richard Crosby. In the first half of this two-part episode, they trace Dr. Crosby's origins and experiences as a teacher, coach, principal, facilities director, superintendent, and dedicated community member of Harvard. Many aspects of education have changed over the decades, but Dr. Crosby's commitment to the children of Harvard remains constant. 

8: Lifelong Educator Dr. Richard Crosby - Part 1

Dr. Tafoya talks with author and educational consultant Lisa Westman. They discuss the changes schools are facing since the onset of COVID-19. Westman works with school systems across the country to effectively implement student-driven differentiation, standards-based learning, and instructional coaching programs. She’s provided support to Harvard CUSD 50 for the past three years. https://www.lisawestman.com/ After the Pandemic: Our Children Deserve an Education Revolution 9 Ways School Will Look Different When We Open  Permission To Feel: Unlocking the Power of Emotions to Help Our Kids, Ourselves, and Our Society Thrive 

7: Instructional Consultant Lisa Westman and Remote Learning

Dr. Tafoya talks with Principal Carl Hobbs about the end of the year planning for Harvard High School as the community deals with the impact of COVID-19. During this period of uncertainty, it's critical that students connect with their teachers, counselors, and social workers. Social distancing doesn't mean isolation. The staff of Harvard High School is here for you. 

6: Caring for Harvard High School Students

Dr. Tafoya interviews McHenry County College President Dr. Clint Gabbard. The college offers a multitude of pathways for students seeking traditional degrees, technical programs, and career training. Harvard CUSD 50 and McHenry County College have a strong and growing partnership, including Upward Bound and dual credit classes. 

5: Life-Changing Benefits of Community College

Dr. Tafoya talks with Harvard’s Director of Curriculum and Assessment Dr. Mary Cooke and Harvard High School Division Chair and Science Teacher Dr. Sara Weaver. Both guests recently completed doctoral programs. The newly minted doctors share their experiences and insights about the journey to earning a doctorate.

4: Earning Your Doctorate

Dr. Corey Tafoya talks John Maurer from Wold Architects and Engineers. With a growing student population and school facilities reaching capacity, Harvard District 50 has been examining space needs and formulating a long-range facility master plan.

3: Facilities Planning with Wold Architect John Maurer

Dr. Tafoya ditched his tie for a day and shadowed Harvard High School senior Desiree Brady. Ms. Brady shares her perspective of high school and what her life is like as a student. 

2: Harvard High School Senior Desiree Brady

Dr. Corey Tafoya talks with Harvard's Assistant Superintendent, Dr. Vicki Larson, about hiring, retention, and dealing with the growing teacher shortages. 

1: Tackling Teacher Shortages

Education Buzz is a podcast from Harvard Community Unit School District 50. In each episode, Superintendent Dr. Corey Tafoya talks with leaders and innovators working in and around the world of public education.

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