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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