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The Jordan JourneyLeadership Insights and ISTE Live 2024: A Podcast Year in ReviewThe Jordan School District’s Teaching & Learning department is proud to introduce the Jordan Journey podcast. The Jordan Journey is a monthly education podcast featuring teacher stories from across the Jordan School District in Utah.In this episode, our hosts Jared Covili and Kiera Beddes sit down with Cody Curtis and Lisa Robinson, two upper level district administrators in Jordan School District, at this year's ISTE conference in Denver, CO. Over of the course of this episode, we discuss the following questions:Can you share a bit about your journey in educational leadership? What inspired you to...2024-07-1036 minThe Jordan JourneyUsing Tech to Communicate Creatively with Jenna Cherry, Virtual SpEd EducatorThe Jordan School District’s Teaching & Learning department is proud to introduce the Jordan Journey podcast. The Jordan Journey is a monthly education podcast featuring teacher stories from across the Jordan School District in Utah.In this episode, our hosts Jared Covili and Kiera Beddes sit down with Jenna Cherry, a self-contained SpEd educator at one of the virtual schools in Jordan School District.Over of the course of this episode, we discuss the following questions:What are some of the most effective strategies and digital tools you've employed to support creative communication in yo...2024-06-1234 minThe Jordan JourneyBuilding Bridges: Uniting Classrooms Around the World with Global CollaboratorsThe Jordan School District’s Teaching & Learning department is proud to introduce the Jordan Journey podcast. The Jordan Journey is a monthly education podcast featuring teacher stories from across the Jordan School District in Utah.In this episode, our hosts Jared Covili and Kiera Beddes sit down with Kaye Rizzuto, the consultant for the Dual Language Program, Social Studies, and World Languages in Jordan School District.Over of the course of this episode, we discuss the following questions:How does the DLI program open students to the wider world around them? How does it im...2024-05-1436 minThe Jordan JourneyCracking the Code - Computational Thinking with Dr. Amanda BollingerOver the course of the episode we discuss the following questions:What is computational thinking and why might a teacher want to use it in the classroom with their students?What support do we have in Jordan School District to help a student get from elementary school learning coding basics all the way through high school?What examples of best practices in STEM are you seeing happening in Jordan School District? Don't forget to tune in to the end of the episode for our Pitstop Segment where we shout-out something awesome happening in Jordan School District: 🏁 🏎💨 🏁Advertiseme...2024-02-0930 minThe Jordan JourneyThe Hottest Edtech Topics of 2023 with the DTL TeamOver the course of the episode, we discussed this article "Edtech’s Hottest Topics for 2023" from ISTE. Here is the hottest topics in edtech for the year:Augmented, virtual and mixed realityArtificial intelligenceTechnology coaching and professional learningCreativity and innovative learningComputer science and computational thinkingProject-based learningGames for learningEquity and inclusion For each topic, we asked our team to discuss the following questions:Have you seen examples of this trend in JSD? What would you like to see more of?What impact do you see this trend having in the classrooms?How can educators incorporate this trend into thei...2023-12-1950 minThe Jordan JourneyThe Art & Science of Constructing Knowledge with Graham Bany and Braxton ThornleyOver the course of the episode we discuss the following questions:What are some of the best digital tools you've found for making meaningful learning experiences?How do you step aside to allow the students to create their own knowledge?What are some challenges you've encountered when it comes to having students produce creative artifacts?What advice do you have for teachers who are new to this concept?Don't forget to tune in to the end of the episode for our Pitstop Segment where we shout-out something awesome happening in Jordan School District: 🏁 🏎💨 🏁Advertisement: We are so excit...2023-11-1545 minThe Jordan JourneyCreating Digital Citizens: A Conversation with JSD Board President Tracy MillerOver the course of the episode we discuss the following questions:Why is it important to teach students the rights and responsibilities of living in a digital world?How do you see the Portrait of a Graduate work connected to this month’s theme of digital citizen?What strategies do you use to stay current with the constantly changing digital world, ensuring the school board guidance remains relevant and accurate?Don't forget to tune in to the end of the episode for our Pitstop Segment where we shout-out something awesome happening in Jordan School District: 🏁 🏎💨 🏁Advertisement...2023-10-1639 minThe Jordan JourneyConnecting Empowered Learners with JSD Teacher of the Year Andrea CallOver the course of the episode we discuss the following questions:What does it mean to be a teacher of “empowered learners”?How do you make learning matter?How does CTE round out a student’s education? Don't forget to tune in to the end of the episode for our Pitstop Segment where we shout-out something awesome happening in Jordan School District: 🏁 🏎💨 🏁Advertisement: Are you tech-y? Are you a lifelong learner? Sign up for the next cohort of the edtech endorsement. Find out more info here: https://digitallearning.jordandistrict.org/ed-tech-endorsement/Thanks for Ross Rogers for the...2023-09-1338 minThe Jordan JourneyGetting Curious with Dr. Anthony GodfreyOver the course of the episode we discuss the following questions:Icebreaker - What is your go-to karaoke song?Creative Communicator - How have you creatively communicated district priorities?Digital Citizen - How can JSD students contribute to being good digital citizens in the future? What role do you see them playing in the online world?Empowered Learner - When you think about what it means to be a JSD student, how does your motto “Be curious, be intentional, be unified” empower learners?We have a new segment: Rapid Fire Responses where we will put the Superintendent to the...2023-08-1942 minThe Jordan JourneyThe Path to Personalized Learning with Scott Gunther at Kings Peak Virtual High SchoolOver the course of the episode, we touch on the following questions:What is your 30 “elevator pitch” for how you envision using technology in your classroom? What do you want students to be able to do with technology?How do you prepare students to communicate in a 21 century world? What opportunities do you have to collaborate with other teachers in an online school? How can you best maximize the potential of technology for learning together?Don't forget to tune in to the end of the episode for our Pitstop Segment where we shout-out something awesome happening in Jordan...2023-07-3142 minThe Jordan JourneyEmpowering Students with STEM at Columbia ElementaryOver the course of the episode we discuss the following questions:Icebreaker: Where have you called home?What role should STEM play in school?How do you best prepare students for an unknown future?How do you bring STEM into the community?What are some simple ways that teachers can start incorporating STEM more into their classrooms?Don't forget to tune in to the end of the episode for our Pitstop Segment where we shout-out something awesome happening in Jordan School District: 🏁 🏎💨 🏁Advertisement: Jordan District STEM Lending Library with Traci Rindlisbach.Thanks to Ross Rogers...2023-06-1338 min
UCET Podcast with Kiera BeddesISTE with UCET: Looking Ahead with TechnologyWelcome back to the UCET podcast, where we talk about all things Utah, education, and technology. In this episode, we get the chance to chat with Jared Covili and Matt Winters from the UCET board to bookend the season.Over of the course of this episode, we discuss the following questions:What does a big national conference like ISTE afford classroom teachers? What are some tips for teachers to get the most out of a big conference like ISTE?How does working with ISTE help local conferences like UCET? What were some standout moments for you f...2023-05-3152 minThe Jordan JourneyEric Price - Moving the Needle for StudentsIn this episode, our hosts Jared Covili and Kiera Beddes sit down with Eric Price, principal of Fort Herriman Middle School. Our conversation focused on how he is a Digital Citizen Advocate for his students. Eric shared how technology is shaping the education of students across the district and the role that adults play to help kids navigate these digital days.Over the course of this episode, we discuss the following questions: What do you see are the responsibilities and opportunities inherent living in a digital world?How do you define good digital citizenship? Wh...2023-04-0539 minThe Jordan JourneyBrooke Anderson - Becoming a Knowledge Driven EducatorThe Jordan School District’s Teaching & Learning department is proud to introduce the Jordan Journey podcast. The Jordan Journey is a monthly education podcast featuring teacher stories from across the Jordan School District in Utah.In this episode, our hosts Jared Covili and Kiera Beddes sit down with Brooke Anderson.Over the course of this episode, we discuss the following questions:Knowledge-Driven v.s. Data-Driven - What does it mean to be knowledge-driven?How has data impacted your views on education?What role should qualitative data play in the classroom? Quantitative data?How can ed...2023-03-0344 minThe Jordan JourneyPortrait of a Jordan District Graduate with Carolyn GoughThe Jordan School District’s Teaching & Learning department is proud to introduce the Jordan Journey podcast. The Jordan Journey is a monthly education podcast featuring teacher stories from across the Jordan School District in Utah.In this episode, our hosts Jared Covili and Kiera Beddes sit down with Carolyn Gough, Director of Teaching and LearningOver the course of this episode, we discuss the following questions:Icebreaker Question: Who is an inspiring leader to you? Why?Tell us the spark notes version of your educational career. How did you end up where yo...2023-01-2632 minThe Jordan JourneyHoliday Tech Treats from DTLThe Jordan School District’s Teaching & Learning department is proud to introduce the Jordan Journey podcast. The Jordan Journey is a monthly education podcast featuring teacher stories from across the Jordan School District in Utah.In this episode, our hosts Jared Covili and Kiera Beddes sit down with the digital teaching and learning team (Bonnie, Deanna, Larissa, Ross, and Colby) to have them share some of their favorite technology treats to help teachers in their classrooms.Over the course of this episode, we discuss the following questions:What is your favorite tech tool to le...2022-12-1742 minThe Jordan JourneyCoaching is Collaborating with Chris Richards-Khong and Dr. Amy KinderIn this episode, our hosts Jared Covili and Kiera Beddes sit down with Dr. Amy Kinder and Chris Richards-Khong from the Teaching and Learning Department.Over the course of this episode, we discuss the following questions:How does the coaching relationship contribute to an environment where an educator would be willing to explore new instructional strategies? Can an old dog learn new tricks? How can we help established educators engage with the instructional coaching process and try new things?What is the JSD coaching model and how can educators use it to improve student learning? Why is...2022-11-2340 minThe Jordan JourneyConnecting Learners & STEM with Traci RindlisbachThe Jordan School District’s Teaching & Learning department is proud to introduce the Jordan Journey podcast. The Jordan Journey is a monthly education podcast featuring teacher stories from across the Jordan School District in Utah.In this episode, our hosts Jared Covili and Kiera Beddes sit down with Traci Rindlisbach. Traci is from Southern Utah. She went to Southern Utah University for undergrad and graduate work. She has a Masters in Education and has completed an Ed. Tech, STEM, ESL, and Early Childhood endorsements and soon-to-be Administrative License. Traci was a classroom teacher for 14 years. She is pa...2022-10-1933 minThe Jordan JourneyHow to Be a Change Agent with Ami Anderson and Kasey ChambersThe Jordan School District’s Teaching & Learning department is proud to introduce the Jordan Journey podcast. The Jordan Journey is a monthly education podcast featuring teacher stories from across the Jordan School District in Utah.In this episode, our hosts Jared Covili and Kiera Beddes sit down with Kasey Chambers and Ami Anderson, two instructional coaches from Rocky Peak Elementary. Ami has been teaching for 27 years in Jordan School District and Kasey wants to be Ami when she grows up. She has been teaching in Jordan School District for 10 years. Both Kasey and Ami were une...2022-09-2834 min
Homegrown HorticultureSaving Water During a Drought and Problems With A Kwanzan CherryTaun Beddes 0:01 Hello everyone and welcome back to the Homegrown Horticulture podcast.On today's episode we talk about what's wrong with Kwanzan Cherry. Then also we have two interviews from Savannah Peterson, a horticulturist with the Central Utah Water Conservancy District. She talks about irrigation and programs to get money back for re-landscaping your yard.I was recently called to look at flowering Kwanzan Cherry at a neighbor's house. The tree was 78 years old and in the past has looked relatively healthy. And when it bloomed in the spring was quite pretty. But...2022-06-0913 minHomegrown HorticultureCreeping Spurge, Dandelions and CrabgrassWed, 5/19 · 10:19 AMTaun Beddes0:00I wanted to put out a quick apology for missing an episode last week. I've been extremely busy. And part of last week I was under the weather. So thank you again for your patience and thank you for listening. TBTaun Beddes0:11Hello and welcome back to the homegrown horticulture podcast. On this week's episode: lawn weed control. TBTaun Beddes0:19The homegrown h...2021-05-1915 minHomegrown HorticultureEarly Spring Lawn Care for a Happy, Healthy Lawn00:00 Intro00:53 Why do some lawns green up before others 02:20 Should I apply lawn pre-emergent06:00 How to control existing lawn weeds09:25 Should I aerate my lawn11:48 Reseeding my lawn13:59 When and how often to fertilizeLawn Fertilizers:https://extension.usu.edu/yardandgarden/research/lawn-fertilizers-for-cool-season-turfPreparing soil for new grass seed: https://extension.usu.edu/yardandgarden/research/preparing-soil-for-turfgrass-establishment-northern-utahUSU Extension Lawn Care Calendar: https://extension.usu.edu/yardandgarden/research/northern-utah-turfgrass-management-calendarHello and welcome back to the Homegrown Horticulture...2021-03-3116 minHomegrown HorticultureEasy to Grow Shade Tolerant PerennialsLink to Surveyhttps://forms.gle/J75bZQoWJA9TH53F9 HyperlinksBrunnera: https://hort.extension.wisc.edu/articles/brunnera-macrophylla-jack-frost/Corydalis: https://hort.extension.wisc.edu/articles/yellow-corydalis-corydalis-lutea/Anemone: https://hgic.clemson.edu/fall-flowering-japanese-anemone/Leopard’s Bane: https://plants.ces.ncsu.edu/plants/doronicum/Hashtags #utahgardener #garden #gardening #perennials #shadedareas #plants #shadelovingperennials #shade #corydalis #brunnera #leopardsbane #CoralBells #hosta #perennialgeraniums #Larkspur #monkshood #springanemones #Columbine #forgetmenots #homegrownhorticulture #horticulture #gardeningpodcast #flowers #flowerbed #spring #springplanting #blooming #easytogrow #shadetolerant #easyperennialsTranscriptAnd welcome back to th...2021-03-2308 minHomegrown HorticultureSpring Fever Have You Put The Cart Before the Horse?00:10 Intro00:45 Dewberries01:26 Strawberry patch is underperforming03:46 What to plant and what to do in the yard in late winterVeggie planting dates for the Wasatch Fronthttps://digitalcommons.usu.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1719&context=extension_curallShow Transcript:Hello everyone my name is Taun Beddes, and this is the Homegrown Horticulture podcast. Today I thought we would take some questions from folks about horticulture and gardening from social media. This podcast is intended for those that live in the Intermountain West an...2021-03-1007 minUCET Podcast with Kiera BeddesAvoiding Teacher Burnout with Kiera Beddes, Cory Henwood, Sally James, and Taunya JamesJoin our host, Matthew Winters, for a conversation about avoiding teacher burnout with Kiera Beddes, Cory Henwood, Sally James, and Taunya James. If you would like to be on a future episode of UCET Podcast, please email matthew.winters@ucet.orgJoin us at UCET.orgOn Twitter @UCETOn Facebook On InstagramOn Youtube
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SLMS Principal's Office PodcastMr. BeddesMr. Naiker as an admin intern was the interviewer this time around! See if you can catch my creative editing right at the beginning!2020-11-1217 minHomegrown HorticultureRipening Tomatoes Indoors, Cleaning Up Fall Leaves and What To Do With Damaged Trees00:10 Intro00:50 Ripening Tomatoes Off Of The Vine05:54 What To Do With Leaves In The Fall08:25 What To Do With Damaged TreesMusic Credit intro and outro: The Joy Drops. Not Drunk Mix Full Band No Vocal. Used under creative commons. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/legalcodeTransition music: Savannah Peterson, unnamed composition. Used by permission.Follow us on Instagram @homegrownhorticulturepodcasthttps://www.instagram.com/homegrownhorticulturepodcast/2020-10-1421 minHomegrown HorticultureBlack Widows Hate The Cold Toohttps://utahpests.usu.edu/schoolipm/structural-pest-id-guide/black-widowFollow us on Facebook at Extension.usu.edu/utahIntor and Outro music Composed by Savannah Peterson2020-10-1306 minHomegrown HorticultureTaking Care of Pines, Spruce and Broadleaf Evergreen Shrubs For The WinterWatering conifers in the fall greatly benefits them. This makes them more resistant to winter drought stress, excessive needle death and from insect pests.2020-10-0706 minHomegrown HorticultureGreat Trees for Fall Color and Planting These Trees CorrectlyIn this episode JayDee Gunnel discusses great trees for fall color that are adapted to the Utah climate. Mike Caron also talks about planting trees to maximize survival and health.Music Credit intro and outro: The Joy Drops. Not Drunk Mix Full Band No Vocal. Used under creative commons. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/legalcodeTransition music: Savannah Peterson, unnamed composition. Used by permission.Follow us on Instagram @homegrownhorticulturepodcasthttps://www.instagram.com/homegrownhorticulturepodcast/2020-09-3024 minHomegrown HorticultureHomegrown Horticulture Quick Tip: Wrapping and Painting TreesIntro and Outro Music Credit: Savannah Petersen.2020-09-2504 minHomegrown HorticultureBrown lawns, Aspens and Fall is a Great Time to Plant Trees00:10 Intro00:51 JayDee Gunnell Discuses potential causes of a brown lawn and aspens 07:51 Michael Caron talks about why fall is a great time to plant treesMusic Credit intro and outro: The Joy Drops. Not Drunk Mix Full Band No Vocal. Used under creative commons. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/legalcodeTransition music: Savannah Peterson, unnamed composition. Used by permission.Follow us on Instagram @homegrownhorticulturepodcasthttps://www.instagram.com/homegrownhorticulturepodcast/2020-09-2322 minHomegrown HorticultureLawn Fertilization, Fall Pruning and Harvesting PotatoesLawn fertilization explainedhttps://digitalcommons.usu.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=2626&context=extension_curallGrowing and harvetsing potatoeshttps://digitalcommons.usu.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1246&context=extension_curall#:~:text=Tubers%20should%20be%20planted%20in,soils%20are%20at%20least%2050%C2%BAF.Powdery Mildewhttps://utahpests.usu.edu/ipm/notes_orn/list-flowers/powdery-mildewMusic Credit intro and outro: The Joy Drops. Not Drunk Mix Full Band No Vocal. Used under creative commons. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/legalcodeTransition music: Savannah Peterson, unnamed composition. Used by...2020-09-1613 minHomegrown HorticultureHomegrown Horticulture Quick Tip: Blue Moon Wisteriahttp://www.missouribotanicalgarden.org/PlantFinder/PlantFinderDetails.aspx?taxonid=265854Music: Savannah Peterson, unnamed composition. Used by permission.Follow us on Instagram @homegrownhorticulturepodcasthttps://www.instagram.com/homegrownhorticulturepodcast/2020-09-1403 minHomegrown HorticultureAre My Winter Squash Ripe and Tips On Canning Food SafelyUSU Extension Information About Canning Safelyhttps://extension.usu.edu/saltlake/home-family-food/food-safety-preservationUSU Extension How To Tell If My Veggies Are Ripe and How To Store Themhttps://digitalcommons.usu.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1721&context=extension_curallMusic Credit intro and outro: The Joy Drops. Not Drunk Mix Full Band No Vocal. Used under creative commons. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/legalcodeTransition music: Savannah Peterson, unnamed composition. Used by permission.Follow us on Instagram @homegrownhorticulturepodcasthttps://www.instagram.com/homegrownhorticulturepodcast/2020-09-0908 minHomegrown HorticultureHomegrown Horticulture Quick Tip: Is my garden going to freeze?https://www.almanac.com/content/protecting-garden-frost-temperature-lows-vegetables#:~:text=When%20to%20Protect%20Your%20Plants,be%20widely%20destructive%20to%20vegetation.2020-09-0805 minHomegrown HorticultureHomegrown Horticulture Quick Tip: Pacific Sunset MaplePacific Sunset MAplehttps://www.jfschmidt.com/articles/pacsun/Norwegian Sunset Maplehttps://www.jfschmidt.com/introductions/norwegiansunset/index.htmlCrimson Sunset MAplehttps://www.jfschmidt.com/introductions/crimsonsunset/index.html2020-09-0502 minHomegrown HorticultureEasy, Long Blooming Perennials, Are My Pears Ripe? and A Delicious Pear Desert00:00 Intro00:44 Five Great Perennials for Sunny Areas09:24 How To Tell If Pears Are Ripe12:24 Pear PieUSU Youtube Video on How To Tell If Pears Are Ripehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Deq906nGX4Pear Hand PiePear hand piesDough:2 ½ c flour1 tbsp sugar1 tsp salt1 tsp cinnamon1 cup unsalted butter6-8 tbsp cold waterFilling4 cups cubed pears½ c su...2020-09-0218 minHomegrown HorticultureHomegrown Horticulture Quick Tip: Sensation BoxelderSensation Box Elder is a great tree for situations where others trees might fail due to adverse soil conditions. It is not my favorite, but a better option than alternatives.https://www.jfschmidt.com/articles/sensation_boxelder/#:~:text=Frank%20Schmidt%20%26%20Son%20Co.,%2D%20Sensation%20Box%20Elder&text=Sensation%20Box%20Elder%20(Acer%20negundo,the%20nursery%20industry%20this%20year.2020-08-3102 minHomegrown HorticultureGoat Head (Puncture Vine), Is My Melon Ripe, Hawthorns and Tomato Bisque Soup00:38 Puncture Vine 07:01 How To Tell If Watermelon is Ripe12:27 Hawthorns, Underused Trees 15:55 Tomato Bisque SoupMore info on puncture vine: https://extension.usu.edu/archive/how-to-take-the-bite-out-of-puncturvineTomato Bisque6 medium to large tomatoes (about 28 oz.)1 large yellow onion4 cloves garlic (minced)3 stalks celery2 tbsp butter1 tsp Italian seasoning½ tsp dried thyme½ tsp black pepper¼ - ½ tsp salt1 ½ tsp brown sugar½ c parmesan cheese1 c heavy cream2...2020-08-2620 minHomegrown HorticultureShade Perennials, Two Great Small Yard Trees and Cantaloupe-Peach CobblerEpisode 1200:37 Rugged Charm and Hot Wings Maples: Great trees for smaller yards04:41 Easy to care for and beautiful perennials for shade10:54 Cantaloupe Peach CobblerRugged Charm Maplehttps://www.jfschmidt.com/introductions/ruggedcharm/index.htmlHot Wings Maplehttps://plantselect.org/plantstories/hot-wings-tatarian-maple-a-tree-for-all-seasons/Cantaloupe Peach Cobbler1 ripe cantaloupe, seeded, peeled, cubed (about 3-4 cups)2 ripe peaches or nectarines, seeded, peeled, and cubed½ c sugar¼ tsp ground ginger½ tsp nutmeg1 tsp cinnamo...2020-08-1917 minHomegrown HorticultureCreeping Spurge: A Homegrown Horticulture Quick TipProstrate Spurge fact sheet: https://digitalcommons.usu.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=2815&context=extension_curallAny mention or discussion of products in the episode are not an endorsement from USU Extension of the particular product.Podcast outro music by Savannah Petersen. Used by permission.2020-08-1405 minHomegrown HorticultureNecrotic Ring Spot, Hydrangeas for Utah and Mexican Corn BreadUSU Extension Necrotic Ring Spot Fact Sheet00:07 Intro00:30 Hydrangeas for Northern Utah07:28 Necrotic Ring Spot14:14 Mexican CornbreadMexican Cornbread Recipe1/4 cup unsalted butter3 tablespoons honey1 cup yellow cornmeal 1/2 cup all-purpose flour2 teaspoons baking powder1/2 teaspoon baking soda1/2 teaspoon kosher salt2 eggs 1 cup low-fat buttermilk 1 1/2 cups grated cheddar-jack cheese1 can Mexican Style Corn (drained) (3/4 cups fresh sweet corn kernels + ¼ C red or green sweet peppers, pinch of salt, pinch of sugar)1 can d...2020-08-1219 minHomegrown HorticultureHomegrown Horticulture Quick TipA short episode detailing how to determine if peaches are ripe.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x-6pJfPJNO42020-08-0701 minHomegrown HorticultureIs Fertilizer the Answer and All Things Summer ApplesEpisode 800:00 Intro00:36 Is fertilizer a miracle cure for all for unhealthy fertilizer a miracle cure for all for unhealthy plants09:17 All about summer apples13:28 Spice apple coffee cakeSpiced Apple Cake RecipeCake Ingredients:½ cup (1 stick) butter, softened½ cup brown sugar¼ cup white sugar1 egg¼ cup vegetable oil1 ½ teaspoons vanilla¼ teaspoon almond extract1 ½ cups all-purpose flour½ teaspoon baking soda½ teaspoon baking powder¼ teaspoon salt1 teaspoon cinnamon One p...2020-08-0516 minHomegrown HorticultureBrown Leaves, Naughty Lawn Weeds and Yummy Chicken Enchilada Casserole00:03 Introduction00:40 JayDee Gunnell: what makes trees and shrubs scorch in the summer13:17 Yummy zucchini chicken enchaladas16:57 Getting rid of lawn weeds during the summerChicken Enchilada Casserole with Zucchini2 medium zucchini1 large can chunked chicken (drained and shredded with a fork)1 cup Monterey Jack cheese1 cup chopped white onion1 teaspoon paprika1 ½ teaspoon garlic powder½ teaspoon cumin½ teaspoon chili powder1 can diced green chilis2 Tablespoons green enchilada sauce or sal...2020-07-2922 minHomegrown HorticultureEarwigs Taking Over The Planet: Homegrown Horticulture Hot TopicsIn this special edition of the Homegrown Horticulture Podcast we discuss earwigs that have become especially problematic over the last few weeks. The fact sheet and video of Dr. Diane Alston were used in the creation of this episode.https://utahpests.usu.edu/uppdl/files-ou/factsheet/European%20Earwig.pdfhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tlgpfCT0wYoMusic Credit intro and outro: The Joy Drops. Not Drunk Mix Full Band No Vocal. Used under creative commons. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/legalcode2020-07-2311 minHomegrown HorticultureBeautiful perennial, water-wise landscape plants, brown lawns and Apricot Chicken0:00 Introduction1:15 Casey Finlinson lead horticulturist for the Central Utah Water Conservancy District discusses great landscape plants for the yard that will save water. 9:57 Taun discusses four perennials: two great flowering species for summer and two for fall. 20:13 Lawns can struggle during July and August. Why are they turning brown?25:42 USU Extension Intern Annie Smith cooks Apricot Chicken, a delicious yet easy recipe. Music Credit intro and outro: The Joy Drops. Not Drunk Mix Full Band No Vocal. Used under creative commons. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/legalcodeTransition music: Savannah Pet...2020-07-2230 minHomegrown HorticultureAlternative fruit for delicious eating, Healthier but delicious brownies and bindweed.0:00 Introduction0:46 Mike Caron discusses some less common fruit options for home food production27:18 USU Intern Annie Smith shares a recipe for Beet based Brownies32:05 I talk what to do about field bindweed during the summer.Beet Brownie Recipe1 cup red beet, peeled and chopped (roughly the size of one medium beet)1 can white beans (cannellini beans) rinsed and drained½ cup maple syrup or honey1 teaspoon vanilla extract¼ cup coconut oil, melted1 egg½ cup all-purpose flour (add one tab...2020-07-1537 minHomegrown HorticultureGreat front yard trees, growing peanuts, and cherry peshwari naan0:00 Introduction 1:47 JayDee Gunnell talks his five favorite small trees and the USU Tree Browser App. 17:05 Dean Miner discusses growing peanuts in Northern Utah. 28:36 I answer the question “Can you plant landscape plants in the middle of the summer?” 35:06 USU Intern Annie Smith shares a recipe for Peshwari Naan that uses locally grown dried tart cherries. Peshwari Naan Recipe 2 ½ Cups all-purpose or bread flour 7g sachet easy-bake or fast action dried yeast 1tsp salt 2/3 Cup (150ml) plain Greek yogurt Approx. 2/3 Cup hand-hot water Melted butter...2020-07-0840 minHomegrown HorticultureFavorite Trees, Puff Pastry and Why is my tree yellow?0:00 Introduction1:07 Justin Wyker discusses five of his favorite trees.10:32 Intern Annie Smith discusses using locally ripe tart cherries in a “Fresh Sweet Cherry Cream Cheese Pastry”15:02 Cathy Merrill, a former USU Extension Family and Consumer Science faculty member, discusses grill safety, handling meat safely and introduces a great, but simple teriyaki marinade.27:28 And finally, I discuss iron chlorosis. A common cause of yellowing leaves in maples and other trees.Fresh Sweet Cherry Cream Cheese Pastry8 Oz softened cream cheese1/3 cup granulated sugar2 tablespoons flou...2020-07-0235 min
USU Extension Gardening podcastsHerbicide: Dos and Don'tsUtah State University Extension horticulturist Taun Beddes discusses controversies surrounding home-brew herbicides versus commercially available products such as Roundup. 2020-05-0611 min
USU Extension Gardening podcastsSprinkler System CheckupUSU Extension horticulturist Taun Beddes discusses home irrigation systems; how to monitor them and new apps that can help regulated them. 2020-04-2908 min
SLMS Principal's Office PodcastMr. Scott (COVID-19 Edition)Mr. Scott talks about how much he's learning during the shutdown2020-04-0609 min
SLMS Principal's Office PodcastMr. Scheidt (COVID-19 Edition)A dedicated and experienced professional educator is today's guest!2020-04-0308 min
SLMS Principal's Office PodcastMrs. Sandlian (COVID-19 Edition)Mrs. Sandlian again demonstrates her amazing character!2020-04-0209 min
SLMS Principal's Office PodcastMr. Holdener (COVID-19 Edition)Mr. Holdener was the first to take me up on a Socially Distant Podcast!2020-04-0113 min
SLMS Principal's Office PodcastMs. JettonOfficially the longest Podcast yet! Ms. Jetton is always a great conversation!2019-12-1220 min
SLMS Principal's Office PodcastMs. JohnsonOur new 6th-grade math teacher Ms. Johnson is an absolute ray of sunshine. You can tell by listening to her talk!2019-11-2612 min
SLMS Principal's Office PodcastMrs. GibsonOur new art teacher and a former SLMS student!2019-10-3109 min
USU Extension Gardening podcastsLate Fall Garden CareUSU Extension horticulturist Taun Beddes gives some tips on pre-winter garden care. 2019-10-2804 min
SLMS Principal's Office PodcastMrs. MalfetOur new Social Studies teacher who is in it to change the world... Mrs. Malfet!2019-10-2414 min
SLMS Principal's Office PodcastMr. ScheidtThis week we have our new PE teacher Mr. Scheidt2019-10-1710 min
SLMS Principal's Office PodcastMr. NeufeldOne of my mentors and a colleague in one capacity or another for 18 years! Our counselor Mr. Neufeld is this week's guest!2019-10-1013 minUSU Extension Gardening podcastsFall Lawn CareUSU Extension horticulturist Taun Beddes talks about fall season lawn care 2019-10-0803 min
SLMS Principal's Office PodcastMs. WoodworthOur go-to guest teacher here at SLMS and across the Fife School district. She is currently the long-term sub in Mrs. Mendoza's class. Ms. Woodworth always has a smile on her face and a great attitude for kids!2019-09-2306 min
UEN HomeroomKiera Beddes - Growing Your PLNKiera Beddes, Language Arts teacher extraordinaire from Jordan School District, joins us in the Homeroom this week to talk about networking. Specifically, we explore how building your Professional Learning Network (PLN) can help you grow as a teacher. We talk about maintaining an online presence, reaching out and learning from others, and how a PLN can help with transitions in your teacher life.
2019-08-2334 min
SLMS Principal's Office PodcastMs. ReiserOur office manager and the friendly voice you usually hear when you call SLMS, Ms. Reiser is this week's reluctant guest!2019-05-0304 min
SLMS Principal's Office PodcastMr. HarrisOur school custodian and possibly the students' favorite staff member, Mr. Harris is this week's guest.2019-04-2604 min
SLMS Principal's Office PodcastMs. RectorOur fabulous school counselor. Ms. Rector is the final certificated staff member to sit down with me for our Podcast!2019-04-1909 min
SLMS Principal's Office PodcastMr. AlfanoOur Superintendent of the Fife School district takes the time to chat with me about how EVERY kid is important!2019-03-0516 min
SLMS Principal's Office PodcastMs. SatterleeThe Connections teacher from our Glacier team and an absolute legend of SLMS!2019-02-2807 min
SLMS Principal's Office PodcastMrs. McKennaOur ELA department chair and an upbeat and positive 6th grade ELA teacher2019-02-2110 min
SLMS Principal's Office PodcastMr. BauermeisterOur 7th grade math teacher from Team Rainier!2019-02-0710 min
SLMS Principal's Office PodcastMrs. BoydOur 7th grade Science teacher from Team Adams! Mrs. Boyd wraps up Team Adams and the Science Department!2019-01-3109 min
SLMS Principal's Office PodcastMr. ParsonsOur 7th grade ELA teacher is one of the kindest, humblest, most intelligent people you'll ever meet!2019-01-2510 min
SLMS Principal's Office PodcastMr. StevensOur Social Studies department lead and Star Wars aficionado, tolerates my amatuer podcasting skills!2019-01-1719 min
SLMS Principal's Office PodcastMr. GarrettOur technology teacher and all-around good guy Mr. Garrett got talked into this week's interview!2019-01-1115 min
SLMS Principal's Office PodcastMrs. MendozaOur 6th grade English/Language Arts teacher and soon-to-be mom. Mrs. Mendoza is this week's feature!2019-01-0409 minSLMS Principal's Office PodcastMs. JonesThis week I chatted with Ms. Jones, the nicest math teacher you may ever meet!. Here is another superstar that decided in middle school she wanted to be a teacher!2018-12-2008 min
SLMS Principal's Office PodcastMrs. SollyThis week we have one of our 6th grade Connections teachers. The one and only Mrs. Solly2018-12-1309 min
SLMS Principal's Office PodcastMrs. ReeceOur ELL teacher has some great experiences that we get to learn about this week!2018-12-0615 min
SLMS Principal's Office PodcastMs. KriegerThis week we have our 7th grade math teacher from Team Adams. The one and only Ms. Krieger.2018-11-2112 min
SLMS Principal's Office PodcastMrs. SchumanOur newest Social Studies teacher and member of Team Glacier, Mrs. Schuman, sat down and chatted with me this week!2018-11-0109 min
SLMS Principal's Office PodcastMr. ScottThe one and only Mr. Scott! One of our other 6th grade science teachers, and the guy that coaches just about every sport!2018-10-2509 min
SLMS Principal's Office PodcastMrs. KratzigOur newest English/Language Arts teacher shared her incredibly positive attitude!2018-10-1811 min
SLMS Principal's Office PodcastMr. MilesThis is where all the amazing Fife Music starts! I get to chat with Mr. Miles our SLMS music teacher this week.2018-10-1110 min
SLMS Principal's Office PodcastMrs. St. JohnOur new Special Education teacher, Mrs. St. John sits down this week.2018-10-0509 min
SLMS Principal's Office PodcastMrs. HaleOur brand new school nurse sat down with me this week!2018-10-0407 min
SLMS Principal's Office PodcastMr. KratzigOur ASB advisor and Connections teacher starts off the 2018-2019 podcast!2018-09-2713 min
SLMS Principal's Office PodcastMr. Nelson2018-09-2109 min
SLMS Principal's Office PodcastMrs. DavisMrs. Davis took the time in the middle of summer to hang out and talk about school!2018-08-0910 min
SLMS Principal's Office PodcastMs. GreerThe first smiling face you see when you enter SLMS. Ms. Greer our attendance secretary!2018-07-1910 min
SLMS Principal's Office PodcastMr. NelsonOur director of Teaching, Learning, and Innovation has been and always will be a teacher at heart!2018-07-1209 min
SLMS Principal's Office PodcastMr. HoldenerThis week we get the incredible kid magnet Mr. Holdener.2018-07-0511 min
SLMS Principal's Office PodcastMrs. SandlianOur super-fantastic physical education teacher at Surprise Lake Middle School2018-06-2816 min
SLMS Principal's Office PodcastMr. NaikerOur math teacher Mr. Naiker and I had a great (little longer) conversation! 2018-06-2016 min
SLMS Principal's Office PodcastMr. HarlowThis week I sat down with our math teacher Mr. Harlow!2018-06-1407 min
SLMS Principal's Office PodcastMr. RossThis week we sit down with our SLMS Science Teacher Mr. Ross2018-06-1406 min
SLMS Principal's Office PodcastMrs. GallwasMrs. Gallwas is our assistant principal at SLMS.2018-06-0104 min