Char-Em ISD Leaders in Education

The Career Tech Effect: Strong Partnerships with Networks Northwest

In today’s episode, you’ll meet Terry Vandercook, Chief Executive Officer for Networks Northwest. Terry and I discuss all of the wonderful partnerships between Networks Northwest and Char-Em ISD including JMG, MiCareerQuest, EJ Welding After hours, and more. 
https://www.networksnorthwest.org/

The Career Tech Effect: Char-Em Street STEM

In this episode we interview Brandon Beltz, CTE STEM Consultant for CharEm ISD. Brandon talks all about Char-Ems new Street STEM Program and how our schools and teachers can bring this exciting program to their district. 
https://charemisdcareertech.org/stem/

The Career Tech Effect: CTE at Charlevoix High School

In today's episode we check in with students from Charlevoix's Drafting and Design, Health Occupations, and Business Administration and Management programs. Jack, Carly and Wren talk to us about why they joined their class, what they are learning, and some helpful advice they would give younger students thinking about taking CTE. 
Students:
Jack Jarema, Charlevoix High School
Carly Eaton, Junior at Charlevoix High School 
Wren Fogle, Sophmore at Charlevoix High School 
https://charemisdcareertech.org/business-administration-and-management/
https://charemisdcareertech.org/drafting-and-design-technology/
https://charemisdcareertech.org/health-occupations/

Tremendous Staff: An Interview with Mike Ritter, Charlevoix Public Schools Superintendent

In this episode, Superintendent Mike Ritter shares how his staff and community are living up to the Rayder mission, preparing students to think, learn and positively contribute to a diverse global community.  Listen in as Mike talks about the great things happening in the district on behalf of students, their "kids first" mindset, and above all, the tremendous staff that make it happen every day.

Promoting Systems Thinking: The Importance of Being Flexible and Responsive

The ISD is aiming to use processes grounded in research to develop and continually evaluate how our systems work together to ensure the success for all students.  In this episode, the second in a series of episodes on the topic, Regional Implementation Team & Multi-Tiered Systems of Support Coordinator Lauren Ringle spoke with Jill Warner, Teacher Consultant and advocate for systems. 

Promoting Systems Thinking: The Power of Teamwork

The ISD is aiming to use processes grounded in research to develop and continually evaluate how our systems work together to ensure the success for all students.  In this episode, the first in a series of episodes on the topic, Regional Implementation Team & Multi-Tiered Systems of Support Coordinator Lauren Ringle spoke with Amber Menara, Quincianne Castle, and Mary Smith about systems they've implemented in their classroom and the successes they've experienced as a result of teamwork and consistency.
 

Proud and Grateful: An Interview with Boyne Falls Public School Superintendent Cindy Pineda

In this episode, Superintendent Cindy Pineda, shares ways the Boyne Falls Public School promotes learning, positive relationships, and collaboration preK-12.  Listen in as Cindy describes the reasons she and her entire school community are proud of their school and grateful for the opportunity to support students every day.

Dream Big, Set Goals, Give Back: The East Jordan Shoe Club

In this episode, I had the opportunity to talk with Matt Hamilton, teacher and Shoe Club advisor for the East Jordan Public Schools.  Listen in as Matt talks about ways his vision of a club based on students recognizing others' stories has inspired students for more than 15 years.

The Career Tech Effect: Benefits of CTE

In this episode we interview Hannah Sanderson, CTE Consultant for CharEm ISD. We talk with Hannah about a variety of benefits and opportunities available to students while taking a CTE program. This includes credentials students earn, Work-Based Learning opportunities, and articulation agreements. https://charemisdcareertech.org/

A Place of Excellence: An Interview with Brad Plackemeier, Superintendent of the Harbor Springs Public Schools

In this episode, Brad Plackemeier describes ways the Harbor Springs Public School district is living up to its mission of excellence.  Brad also shares progress toward a recent bond project.