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We chat with the amazing Jen Stastny, who has been teaching English at Omaha Central High since 1998. In this episode we explore what made her want to become a teacher, what sustains her in education over the years, and some of her favorite teacher people and moments in a great career.

(1:13) Omaha kid

(8:53) Peace Corps or a teaching career?

(12:00) convincing CHS to hire her

(19:10) advice from CHS colleagues

(24:46) teaching Holocaust Literature

(27:40) student travel stories

(33:53) Jen's special projects

(39:30) award winning educator

(47:05) Nebraska Wildlife Rehab and other hobbies

(50:54) love for the CHS experience

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Host: Scott Wilson

Art: Beth Wilson

Music: Drew Ruchti

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