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On the ClockWhat It Means to Serve: Inside Northside ISD with Dr. John CraftIn this episode of On The Clock, host Todd Dallas Lamb sits down with Dr. John Craft, Superintendent of Northside ISD—the fourth-largest school district in Texas—to discuss leadership, resilience, and the role of schools as the heart of their communities. As the state grapples with the aftermath of a devastating flood near the Guadalupe River, Dr. Craft reflects on how schools step up during times of crisis, offering counseling, resources, and support far beyond the classroom.A seventh-generation Texan and former football coach, Dr. Craft brings a grounded, no-nonsense perspective to education leadership. He shares how...2025-07-1723 min
The Education Gadfly Show#969: Charters, church, and the Court with Starlee ColemanOn this week’s Education Gadfly Show podcast, Starlee Coleman, president and CEO of the National Alliance for Public Charter Schools, joins Mike and David to discuss the religious charter schools case currently before the U. S. Supreme Court. Then, on the Research Minute, Amber shares a study out of Dallas on whether an automatic Algebra enrollment policy boosted participation among underserved students.Recommended content: “SCOTUS should mandate state support for religious education, but not via charter schools”—Michael J. Petrilli, Thomas B. Fordham Institute“Supreme Court Case Could Reshape Landscape for Charter and Religious S...2025-05-1435 min
Dallas-Fort Worth News and Info Tracker"Navigating DFW's Triumphs and Tribulations: A Local News Podcast"Welcome to the Dallas-Fort Worth News Update, I'm Morgan Riley. It's Tuesday, May 13th, 2025, and here's what's happening around the metroplex.Word on the streets of Dallas-Fort Worth is that a tragic accident occurred on the Dallas North Tollway. One person has died and six others were hospitalized following a fiery wrong-way crash early Monday morning. Emergency crews responded to the scene, and authorities are still investigating what caused the driver to enter the tollway in the wrong direction.In Fort Worth, there's positive news regarding the city's handling of sexual assault cases. The Fort Worth...2025-05-1302 minDallas-Fort Worth News and Info Tracker"Resilience in North Texas: Navigating School Safety, Airport Growth, and Community Connections"Word on the streets of Dallas-Fort Worth is there’s never a dull moment in North Texas. I’m Morgan Riley, bringing you the latest on the stories shaping our community and the lives we share.We begin with a story that’s been weighing heavily on many hearts this week. On Tuesday, a shooting at Wilmer-Hutchins High School in Dallas left four students hospitalized with injuries ranging from serious to non-life-threatening. A fifth student was treated for anxiety. The victims, all teenagers between 15 and 18, are now recovering, and the suspected shooter, a 17-year-old student, is in custody after...2025-04-1703 min
True Crime Podcast 2025 - Police Interrogations, 911 Calls and True Police Stories PodcastJake Evans 911 Call (FULL) Teen charged with murdering mother and sisterJake Evans 911 Call (FULL) Teen charged with murdering mother and sisterTexas Teen Tells 911 It Was 'Weird' to Kill His Mother and SisterJake Evans is accused of capital murder for shooting and killing his family.Oct. 6, 2012 — -- In a chilling 911 call, Texas teen Jake Evans spent 20 minutes calmly recounting how he shot and killed his mother and sister, calling himself "evil.""It's weird," an even-voiced Evans told the 911 dispatcher. "I wasn't even really angry with them. It just kind of happened. I've been kind of planning on killing for a wh...2025-04-1324 min
Teen Life PodcastSupporting Students with Deportation Fears | Ep. 171Supporting a student with deportation fears can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to have all the answers to make a difference.In our latest episode, we discuss how to create a safe space, listen with empathy, and connect students with trusted support...In this episode, we mentioned the following resources:Dallas Observer: How North Texas School Districts Are Facing Immigration ChangesDallas ISD: Welcoming and Protective SchoolsFamily Preparedness PlanU.S. Citizenship and Immigration ServicesTeen Life Blog: Second Backpack.Visit our website: www.teenlifepodcast.com2025-03-1819 min
Full Police Interrogations, 911 Calls, and True Crime Investigations - True Crime Podcast 2025Jake Evans 911 Call (FULL) Teen charged with murdering mother and sisterJake Evans 911 Call (FULL) Teen charged with murdering mother and sisterTexas Teen Tells 911 It Was 'Weird' to Kill His Mother and SisterJake Evans is accused of capital murder for shooting and killing his family.Oct. 6, 2012 — -- In a chilling 911 call, Texas teen Jake Evans spent 20 minutes calmly recounting how he shot and killed his mother and sister, calling himself "evil.""It's weird," an even-voiced Evans told the 911 dispatcher. "I wasn't even really angry with them. It just kind of happened. I've been kind of planning on killing for a while now."2025-03-1524 min
Social Impact Podcast with Lynn DavenportDr. Patrick Huff - The Takeover of Public EducationThough there is no constitutional basis or justification for federal intrusion and legislation, George W. Bush worked alongside Ted Kennedy to pass No Child Left Behind (NCLB) in 2001 which was signed into law in 2002. The bill opened up a marketplace for corporations to position themselves to make huge profits as public schools struggle to gain acceptable ratings while nonprofits swoop in to rescue the children from “failing” schools. Dr. Pat Huff, a Tomball, Texas resident, went to Kimba...2025-01-2733 min
Full Police Interrogations, 911 Calls, and True Crime Investigations - True Crime Podcast 2025Jake Evans 911 Call (FULL) Teen charged with murdering mother and sisterJake Evans 911 Call (FULL) Teen charged with murdering mother and sisterTexas Teen Tells 911 It Was 'Weird' to Kill His Mother and SisterJake Evans is accused of capital murder for shooting and killing his family.Oct. 6, 2012 — -- In a chilling 911 call, Texas teen Jake Evans spent 20 minutes calmly recounting how he shot and killed his mother and sister, calling himself "evil.""It's weird," an even-voiced Evans told the 911 dispatcher. "I wasn't even really angry with them. It just kind of happened. I've been kind of planning on killing for a while now."2025-01-0924 min
Superintendents UnpluggedFrom Principal to Executive Director: Reny Lizardo’s Journey in EducationIn this episode of Superintendents Unplugged, host Addison Davis interviews Dr. Reny Lizardo, Executive Director of Campus Operations and Attendance at Irving Independent School District. Dr. Lizardo shares his inspiring journey from principal to district leader, detailing his passion for improving student attendance and building school culture. He emphasizes the critical role of attendance in student success, reflecting on his past experiences leading two schools from the lowest to the highest attendance rates in their districts.Dr. Lizardo explains how the PowerSchool Attendance Intervention tool has become a game-changer for Irving ISD. This tool allows for two-way...2024-10-2822 min
Restorative WorksWalking Through Tensions: Navigating Polarization in K-12Claire de Mézerville López welcomes Eneida Padró, Ph.D., and Kate Shapero to the Restorative Works! Podcast. Claire is joined by co-host, IIRP Instructor and Implementation Coach Nikki Chamblee, Ph.D. In this series of episodes, we explore what it means to “walk through tensions” - how we exist, find, and build community and forge a path forward through times of extreme polarization. Together, they explore how issues of polarization—exacerbated by the pandemic, political climates, and fractured relationships—are manifesting in schools today. Join us as Dr. Padró shares insights from her work supporting principals across the U.S. She...2024-10-2422 min
Learning Can’t WaitDr. Stephanie Elizalde | Dallas ISD, Teacher Retention, Equity in EducationIn this episode of The Learning Can't Wait podcast, Hayley Spira-Bauer sits down with Dr. Stephanie Elizalde, Superintendent of Dallas Independent School District (ISD), to explore the innovative strategies that have made Dallas ISD a national leader in teacher retention and student achievement. Dr. Elizalde shares insights into the district's unique Teacher Excellence Initiative, which ties teacher compensation to performance, resulting in a stable workforce of top educators.
We dive into how Dallas ISD fosters a positive culture and climate for teachers and students, the importance of recruiting diverse talent, and the role of community partnerships in...2024-10-2238 min
State of the AuxiliaryState of the Auxiliary Ep. 31 - Dallas Bands United BOTBWelcome to the State of the Auxiliary Podcast with Jacque Porter and Brandon Banks. This is a place were we have real conversations, interviews, panel discussions, reviews, and more regarding all things auxiliary related. From HBCUs to PWIs, from mainstream dance to community dance teams we will cover it all. So sit back, relax, and let’s discuss the STATE of the AUXILIARY!
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Tech LegaciesHow a foundation in military service led to a successful tech career with Dallas ISD Deputy CTO - Michael Anderson | E13Can a career in military service help prepare you for a career in technology?Michael Anderson is the Deputy CTO and former CISO at Dallas Independent School District. We follow his career from being a Staff Sergeant to being a Network Manager in the military service, to being a WAN Technician, and eventually moving up to a technology executive. Michael is also the Founder and CEO of Your Thought Life Mindset Coaching, where he helps clients overcome mindset challenges so they can achieve their goals, aspirations, and dreams. He's also the host...2024-09-1838 min
Concrete Pastures PodcastS5 EP 3 Dr Oyinkansola Jinadu “Dr. O. J. Multipotentialite Entrepreneur CoachDr Oyinkansola Jinadu “Dr. O. J. The MEC” is a philanthropist, public speaker, educator, author, entrepreneur, and mother of 3 boys. She obtained a Bachelor of Science Degree in Microbiology from the University Of Lagos, Nigeria. She holds a Master of Science in Psychology from the University Of Phoenix, Arizona. She completed her Doctoral Degree of Philosophy in Humanities, from the United Graduate College and Seminary International. She owns and runs multiple businesses, under Honeydrops Pro Inc., founder of The Honeydrops Foundation, a 501C3 non-profit organization, and a veteran educator with Dallas ISD. She sits on the board of 2 non-profits as t...2024-08-1854 min
Relatable with Allie Beth StuckeyREPLAY | Is Public School the Best Choice for Christians?Today we're reacting to Jen Wilkin and Jonathan Pennington's debate on public education vs. private education (hosted by the Gospel Coalition). We present this argument with its full context but break down some of what Jen Wilkin, who represents the pro-public-school side, says specifically. In response to Wilkin's claim that woke curriculum can be a fear-mongering tactic, we take a look at what's happening in schools even in red states. Wilkin also mentions that our decision on where to send our kids to school impacts our communities, but is that a fair argument for public schools, and does that...2024-07-081h 35
Political Education for Freedom PodcastHISD Drama Board Drama Pt 2The HISD Board Controversy and the Impact of Mike Miles' LeadershipThis episode of the Political Education for Freedom podcast, hosted by Nitra, delves into the HISD board controversy, the history of board leadership changes, and the current state under Superintendent Mike Miles. The discussion begins with a recount of past events leading to the takeover by the Texas Education Agency (TEA) due to board violations, including secretive meetings that excluded minority members. The host, a HISD alum, provides a personal perspective on the significance of having black leadership in education during their formative years, and contrasts it with...2024-05-241h 04
Government CoinsDoing Business with the Dallas ISD: Diversity is Our BusinessWelcome to Government Coins podcast, the podcast designed to dismantle entry barriers by educating the small business community and providing them with more insight on how to navigate the government contracting landscape.
In this episode, we will delve into the initiatives driving inclusion and opportunity within the Dallas Independent School District (DISD) through its Minority/Women Business Enterprise (M/WBE) Program. Join us as we explore how DISD is fostering an environment where diversity isn't just celebrated but actively cultivated in its contracting and purchasing endeavors.
We'll highlight the various facets of DISD's M/WBE Program, from providing equal...2024-02-0949 min
Sportslifetalk MediaMT Tyeskie has Got Next | Asst. AD of Dallas ISDMT Tyeskie has Got Next!!!
Welcome to the SLT “You Got Next” series. This series is dedicated to the athlete/actor/entrepreneur who doesn’t ask for any recognition but continues to push themselves to limits that many didn’t think they had. We see you and we want to let the world know who you are... we present to you the SLT next series and MT Tyeskie has "Got Next"
Make sure you subscribe, like and follow us on IG, Twitter and Facebook @sportlifetalk. You can watch the live streamed show on our Sportslifetalk Facebook page and on our YouT...2023-12-0844 min
True Crime Podcast 2025 - REAL Police Interrogations, 911 Calls, True Police Stories and True CrimeJake Evans 911 Call (FULL) Teen charged with murdering mother and sisterJake Evans 911 Call (FULL) Teen charged with murdering mother and sisterTexas Teen Tells 911 It Was 'Weird' to Kill His Mother and SisterJake Evans is accused of capital murder for shooting and killing his family.Oct. 6, 2012 — -- In a chilling 911 call, Texas teen Jake Evans spent 20 minutes calmly recounting how he shot and killed his mother and sister, calling himself "evil.""It's weird," an even-voiced Evans told the 911 dispatcher. "I wasn't even really angry with them. It just kind of happened. I...2023-11-0624 min
The Path ForwardCommunity Engagement In Beeville ISDWelcome back to The Path Forward at the TASA/TASB TexED Conference! In today’s episode, Rick Fernandez is joined by Travis Fanning, Superintendent of Beeville ISD, and Art Gamez, Beeville ISD Board of Trustees. They discuss the great things that are happening in Beeville ISD and the steps they are taking to connect with the community in exciting and engaging ways. Hear Travis and Art’s outlook on the grading system here in Texas and watch as Art and Rick show Travis what Dallas is all about. You won’t want to miss this interesting discussion!2023-10-2322 min
More Than A TestLead by Listening: Lessons from Dr. Shannon Trejo on Teacher Support and CollaborationIn today's episode, we have a very special guest joining us: Dr. Shannon Trejo. Dr. Trejo shares insights and experiences as the Chief Academic Officer at Dallas ISD, such as the importance of being visible in “the work” and actively supporting teachers and campus leaders. We'll dive into topics such as the science of reading, student success, and the challenges faced in education. Dr. Trejo will also shed light on the progress made in Dallas ISD and the strategies implemented to ensure that high-quality instructional resources reach all students. So sit back, relax, and get ready to explo...2023-10-2042 min
The Pow Wow with MayraBryan Parra: Assistant Principal in Dallas | Ep26 | EnglishIntroducing Bryan Parra, a prominent figure on the Grand Prairie ISD Board of Trustees since June 2020 actively working to shape the future of education in the community. Currently serving as an Assistant Principal, Bryan brings over a decade of dedicated experience in the field of education to the table.
Throughout the episode, Bryan shares his vision for education, emphasizing the importance of community engagement and transparency. Learn about his involvement in local organizations such as the League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) and the Grand Prairie Parks Board, which highlight his dedication to improving the community beyond the...2023-10-051h 16
The Texan PodcastWeekly Roundup - September 22, 2023Show off your Lone Star spirit with a free Texas flag hat with an annual subscription to The Texan: https://thetexan.news/subscribe/ The Texan’s Weekly Roundup brings you the latest news in Texas politics, breaking down the top stories of the week with our team of reporters who give you the facts so you can form your own opinion. Enjoy what you hear? Be sure to subscribe and leave a review! Got questions for the reporting team? Email editor@thetexan.news — they just might be answered on a future podcast. This week on T...2023-09-221h 01