Shows
The Natomas Unified Podcast ChannelThe Stories We Weave with Abhishek and AnshikaIn this episode of The Stories We Weave, we meet Abhishek and Anshika. The two NUSD students share their cultures, family traditions, cuisine, and more.
NUSD is grateful to have shared stories from students of all backgrounds during this inclusive series. If you missed an episode from this past school year or you would like to take a look at some of our other videos and podcasts, visit: https://www.natomasunified.org/community/nusd-newsroom-hub2025-05-0605 min
The Natomas Unified Podcast ChannelThe Stories We Weave with Krystal King and LenaEach February, we celebrate National African American/ Black History month. Listen to our latest “The Stories We Weave” episode where we interview Krystal King; an NUSD parent; and her daughter Lena; a student of Inderkum High School.
The mother and daughter share the importance of quality family time, how they came to be a part of the Natomas community, and the importance of food and song during family celebrations.
2025-02-0510 min
The Natomas Unified Podcast ChannelCommunity Schools Offer Holistic Approach to Student SuccessJefferson School and Natomas High School are community schools! Learn how educators are working to remove barriers to help scholars along the path to success in this latest episode of the “Conversations with NUSD” podcast.
The schools are two examples of how NUSD takes a holistic approach to provide students and NUSD families with resources, working to improve student outcomes by focusing on physical, emotional, and the social emotional needs of students. Visit their websites for more information: Jefferson School, Natomas High School.
2025-01-1508 minThe Natomas Unified Podcast ChannelOur Intentional Efforts to Remove Barriers for Unhoused FamiliesDuring National Unhoused Youth Awareness Month, we would like to highlight some of the intentional resources we offer families and students experiencing homelessness. In this “Conversations with NUSD” podcast, Shayla Allen (NUSD’s Social Worker Liaison), gives some examples of our efforts to remove barriers for our unhoused families and students, and our foster students. Join the conversation.
2024-11-2210 min
The Natomas Unified Podcast ChannelThe Stories We Weave with IHS Sikh Honors and Service SocietyMembers of Inderkum High School’s Sikh Honors and Service Society talk about their culture in this episode. Students Sharnjeet and Suhana, along with Mandeep Singh, of the Jakarta Movement; share the values they hold, the importance of gurdwaras, and helping out communities in need.
2024-11-0106 min
The Natomas Unified Podcast ChannelThe Stories We Weave with Jennifer Rustin and NevaehJennifer Rustin; an NUSD staff member, parent, and a member of the White River Apaches of Arizona; and her daughter Nevaeh; a student of Leroy Greene Academy celebrate their culture in this episode. Rustin shares the importance of sharing her culture with her family by making regular visits to Arizona, participating in cultural traditions such as a “Sunrise Dance,” which is a coming-of-age celebration for a young woman.
2024-11-0104 min
The Natomas Unified Podcast ChannelThe Stories We Weave with The Farnias FamilyHappy Filipino American History Month! One of the ways we are celebrating is by sharing the Farinias family story. Watch or listen to the podcast. Joseph Farinias' grandpa served in the U.S. Army's 1st Filipino Infantry Regiment during World War II, and he shares that story and more with his two children, Mila and Joseph (Witter Ranch Elementary students).
2024-10-0404 min
The Natomas Unified Podcast ChannelThe Stories We Weave with The Bojorquez FamilyHappy National Hispanic Heritage Month! Listen and/or watch our video podcast “The Stories We Weave” with The Bojorquez Family. In this podcast, Ivonne Bojorquez talks about her Mexican and Cuban heritage with two of her sons, Victor and Carlos (Leroy Greene Academy students).
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2024-09-1607 min
The Natomas Unified Podcast ChannelNUSD Alumni Covering 2024 Summer OlympicsEqual parts hard work and love for your craft, that's the secret to covering the Olympics in Paris, according to Duke Henderson and Luke Galindo. Before the Olympics, the two learned the basics of broadcast journalism thanks to the CTE Broadcast Media course at Inderkum High School.
Watch and/or listen to our Conversations with NUSD video podcast of the two students, who are now both undergraduates at Arizona State University, with dreams of becoming sports journalists. 2024-08-0809 min
The Natomas Unified Podcast ChannelFamily Communication and Problem Solving TechniquesApproaching family challenges may seem daunting, but given the right tools may help parents communicate better with their children. In this episode of our Conversations with NUSD podcast, Angela Da Re, of Delta Prevention, goes over tips to help parents/guardians communicate with their kids.
This is the fourth episode with our community partner, Delta Prevention. Delta Prevention's mission is to empower youth, families, and the communities where they live, work, and play.
In the next episode, Da Re will share tips on LUV (Listen, Understand, Validate) Listening.
2024-08-0831 min
The Natomas Unified Podcast ChannelFamily Rules and ExpectationsSetting family rules and expectations may seem intimidating and daunting, but may help families strengthen their bond. In this episode of our Conversations with NUSD podcast, Angela Da Re, of Delta Prevention, goes over involving your kids in rule making and going over strategies as a family to help set routines.
This is the sixth episode with our community partner, Delta Prevention. Delta Prevention's mission is to empower youth, families, and the communities where they live, work, and play.
2024-03-0708 min
The Natomas Unified Podcast ChannelLUV(Listen, Understand, Validate) Listening TechniquesLUV (listen, understand, validate) listening techniques may help you and your family maintain the peace. In this episode of our Conversations with NUSD podcast, Angela Da Re, of Delta Prevention, goes over the LUV listening techniques, to help families understand one another’s emotions.
This is the fifth episode with our community partner, Delta Prevention. Delta Prevention's mission is to empower youth, families, and the communities where they live, work, and play.
In the next episode, Da Re will share tips on family rules and expectations.
2024-03-0709 min
The Natomas Unified Podcast ChannelTips for Better SleepSleeping well is essential! However, most adults and kids are not getting enough good quality sleep. In this episode of our Conversations with NUSD podcast, Angela Da Re, of Delta Prevention, goes over tips for better sleep.
This is the third episode with our community partner, Delta Prevention. Delta Prevention's mission is to empower youth, families, and the communities where they live, work, and play.
In the next episode, Da Re will share tips on family communication and problem solving techniques.
2024-02-1510 min
The Natomas Unified Podcast ChannelFrom the Forklift to the Uplift: A Conversation with Interim Counselor Markus BenjaminPaths to success are not always linear, for Markus Benjamin, the interim counselor at Natomas Middle, his journey was a more than 23 years long process. Benjamin was an NUSD warehouse specialist before joining the Natomas Middle School team. He explains how he balances work and life, stemming from his start with the Sacramento Job Corps, being a small business owner, a husband and father, an NUSD employee, and a Diverse Future Teachers participant. We proudly share this Conversations with NUSD podcast, in celebration of National School Counseling Week.
2024-02-0719 min
The Natomas Unified Podcast ChannelThe Talk 101 - How to Address Heavy Topics with ChildrenIt may be challenging and often intimidating to have to talk to children about heavy topics. In this episode of our Conversations with NUSD podcast, Angela Da Re, of Delta Prevention, goes over tips to speak with your children about tough issues such as drugs, alcohol, and other issues.
This episode is a part of a series with our community partner, Delta Prevention. Delta Prevention's mission is to empower youth, families, and the communities where they live, work and play.
In the next episode, Da Re will go over tips to relieve stress.
2024-02-0311 min
The Natomas Unified Podcast ChannelTips to Relieve StressThe stress parents and guardians may carry, impacts children. In this episode of our Conversations with NUSD podcast, Angela Da Re, of Delta Prevention, goes over tips to relieve stress.
This is the second episode with our community partner, Delta Prevention. Delta Prevention's mission is to empower youth, families, and the communities where they live, work, and play.
In the next episode, Da Re will share tips on achieving good sleep.
2024-02-0110 min
The Natomas Unified Podcast ChannelCelebrate Native American Heritage Month with Author Traci SorellListen to our latest Conversations with NUSD podcast with author Traci Sorell as we continue to celebrate National Native American Heritage Month. Sorrell is a member of the Cherokee Nation and shares her love of writing, tips on how to create a powerful literacy work, and some insight into her children’s book Powwow Day. If you would like to read "Powwow Day", copies of the book will be available at our K-8 campus libraries for students to borrow. To learn more about Sorell and to see her other books, visit tracisorell.com.
2023-11-1514 minThe Natomas Unified Podcast ChannelJoey’s Food Locker - Helping Families in Need Since 2015Joey's Food Locker is our district's food pantry at Natomas High School that offers free food to families in need. Osvaldo Ortiz, a Community Resource Specialist with NUSD, chats with us about how the community can continue to help families in need by donating money, shelf-stable food, and their time to help distribute bags and translate.
Joey's Food Locker was first established in 2015 and is dedicated to the memory of Joel Michael Schwieger Jr., son of NUSD's Adult Transitions Program teacher, Joel Schwieger.
For more information on how to volunteer or donate, click here.
2023-10-2006 min
The Natomas Unified Podcast ChannelFrom Food to Adventurous StoryWriting was always a creative outlet for Helen Ketteman and one day, over a meal of Mexican gorditas, she thought of a story idea that would feature a brave gordita on a wild adventure, akin to the fairytale classic, the Gingerbread Boy.
Listen to this podcast as Natomas Unified promotes literacy and shares Ketteman's love of story building; her infusion of Spanish words in her book, Señorita Gordita; and how important it is to read with your family each day.
You can buy Ketteman's books from her website or from Amazon.
Click here...2023-10-1306 min
The Natomas Unified Podcast ChannelCelebrate Filipino American History Month with author Lori NakamuraIn this podcast we highlight Sacramento-area author Lori Nakamura's book, Pamilya, or family in English. This episode is in support of our Core Value of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, as our district celebrates Filipino American History Month.
The book is illustrated by her sister and Inderkum High School graduate, Leah Abucayan. In the story a boy details his family, school, and social life in a Filipino American household. Nakamura says people of all backgrounds can enjoy the book because at the heart of her message, is that we all face similar feelings, albeit as part of different...2023-10-1211 min
The Natomas Unified Podcast ChannelNUSD’s Resources to Stop BullyingIn this podcast, we highlight the resources we offer students and families if your child is being bullied in recognition of National Bullying Prevention Month in October. Dr. Michele Hamilton, a Director in the Office of the CAO's Department, shares the signs that your child is being bullied or being a bully, and how Natomas Unified can help.
We also talk about our new Anti-Bullying contest. All Natomas students are encouraged to share their creativity by creating positive memes which depict kindness, inclusivity, and friendship. Contest details may be found here.
Anti-bullying resources we offer, h...2023-10-0507 min
The Natomas Unified Podcast ChannelDr. Robyn Castillo Reflects on her first 100 Days at NUSDNatomas Unified's Superintendent Dr. Robyn Castillo has been with our district for 100 days. To commemorate this day, Castillo reflects key on moments, short-term goals she has accomplished, and what she has planned for the rest of the school year.
Castillo has also been a prominent figure at many of our community events. Follow @NUSDSuperintendent on Instagram to follow her ongoing journey.
2023-10-0508 min
The Natomas Unified Podcast ChannelNUSD Recognizes Suicide Prevention WeekAdvisory: This podcast discusses suicide. Please take care when listening to this episode of Conversations with NUSD.
Natomas Unified recognizes September 10th - 16th as National Suicide Prevention Week. Our school district continually strives to connect families, students, and staff to resources that will help support them socially and emotionally. In this episode, host Kay Recede, with the Communications and Family Engagement Department (CAFE), sits down with Earl Pavao, Executive Director and Anthony Da Marto, Director, both of the Student Services and Support Department.
They talk about warning signs, separating fact from fiction about who...2023-09-2511 min
The Natomas Unified Podcast ChannelMake Each Class Count: Recognizing National Attendance Awareness Month in AugustAttending class on-time, everyday will help students on the path to academic success. As schools nationwide prepare to celebrate National Attendance Awareness Month in September to raise attendance rates, Natomas Unified is reminding families now to make each day of school count in August.
Attending class every day, on time, is integral to a student’s academic success. So, how are educators working to encourage students to come to class every day, on time?
Form Good Habits Early
Natomas Unified is committed to providing an engaging and safe l...2023-08-0805 min
The Natomas Unified Podcast ChannelNatomas Unified Superintendent Dr. Robyn Castillo Eager to Meet Community, Excited for the 2023-24 School YearFrom rooting for her favorite sports teams to tips on how to engage with your student, Superintendent Dr. Robyn Castillo shares in our most recent podcast episode of Conversations with NUSD, what inspired her to become an educator and why she is excited to work in Natomas. Dr. Castillo is our school district’s new superintendent, having been officially on the job since July 1, 2023.
In this episode, Castillo details her 30 year career in education, having been a classroom teacher for nine years, a Principal, Assistant Superintendent, and an Associate Superintendent. Castillo says her love of lear...2023-07-2609 min
The Natomas Unified Podcast ChannelEpisode 16: Zach Didier, A ‘High Caliber Kid’ whose Life was Cut ShortNUSD is raising awareness of the current Fentanyl Epidemic by sharing Chris Didier’s story. Didier’s son, Zach, was a Placer County teenager who excelled in academics, music, sports; a well-rounded, responsible son. “Zach was a high caliber kid across the board,” Chris, Zach’s father said.
In December 2020, the Didier’s lives changed forever, when Chris found his son in the teen’s room, appearing to be sleeping. “As I approached him to wake him up, I sensed a void I never felt before and I knew something was horribly wrong,” Chris recalled.
Investigators would...2023-07-1725 min
The Natomas Unified Podcast ChannelEpisode 15: NUSD’s LEAP ProgramThe Natomas Unified School District offers students educational enrichment activities beyond school hours through a program we call Learning Enrichment Athletics Arts and Academics or LEAP. In this episode, we speak with Yee Yang, a Director with NUSD, who explains what LEAP is all about and who it serves.
Beginning this spring, Natomas Unified School District (NUSD) will begin a partnership with B Street Theatre, a staple in the Sacramento arts community for over 30 years! “This is such a great opportunity for our students,” said Chris Evans, Superintendent of Natomas Unified School District. It’s all a part o...2023-04-2611 min
The Natomas Unified Podcast ChannelEpisode 14: Autism Awareness Month: Spread Awareness and AcceptanceApril is Autism Awareness Month and Natomas Unified is spreading awareness and acceptance! In this episode, host Kay Recede, Communications and Family Engagement Coordinator, speaks with Melissa Moore, a Community Advisory Committee member, and whose 10-year-old son, Eli, is on the spectrum and Sarah Wheelock, an NUSD Special Education Preschool teacher.
The two share their experiences with educating students who are on the spectrum. How spreading awareness begins with acceptance; the acceptance that everyone is different and that’s ok; meeting students where they’re at, learning their take on the world is a bit differ...2023-04-1811 min
The Natomas Unified Podcast ChannelEpisode 13: NUSD Prepares for Transitional Kindergarten ExpansionNatomas Unified is proud to share its steps in preparing for statewide expansion of Transitional Kindergarten classes. To date, NUSD has added four more TK classes in the 2022-2023 school year, an increase from the eight offered in the 2021-2022 school year.
Teachers have been undergoing training, and new curriculum is being piloted in language arts and social-emotional learning. We’re seeking input from teachers, parents, and students to help shape its courses for NUSD early learners.
TK courses are integral, as 90-percent of brain growth happens before a child enters kindergarten, research shared by the...2023-01-2507 min
The Natomas Unified Podcast ChannelEpisode 12 - Understanding NUSD’s International Baccalaureate Programmes and how it Supports Students Now and BeyondNUSD is proud that five of our campuses are authorized International Baccalaureate schools, and two more are currently pursuing authorization. One in three NUSD students attend an IB school. IB provides students with the skills and confidence they need to navigate ever-evolving obstacles, which will help them prepare for college and beyond.
Listen as Kristen Martin, an NUSD IB Coordinator and Trevor MacKenzie, a world renowned teacher based in Canada, explain the benefits of IB learning and why fostering a child's curiosity matters.
2023-01-2321 min
The Natomas Unified Podcast ChannelEpisode 11 - NUSD Offers Free Playgroup Sessions for Parents and Young KidsPreschool playgroup sessions are free and fun learning experiences offered to Natomas Unified families. Sessions usually consist of playtime, music, and movement with other families and children. Children must be at least 10 months to 5-years-old to participate.
“Play is the foundation of everything for child development. That’s where you learn how to socialize, to make friends in a positive way,” Pam Nabor-Martinez, an NUSD Child Development Specialist said.
The playgroup sessions are a great way for kids to learn and socialize. “So the pandemic kind of hit him pretty hard. He got really anti-social, so I sta...2023-01-1804 min
The Natomas Unified Podcast ChannelEpisode 10 - NUSD Celebrates Diversity: Learning about KwanzaaAs part of the Natomas Unified’s Core Value of valuing diversity, equity, and inclusion, we wanted to share with the Natomas community the history and importance of Kwanzaa which begins December 26 through January 1st.
Kwanzaa was first created in 1966 by activist Dr. Maulana Karenga, based on African harvest festival traditions from parts of Africa. It is a non-secular holiday and a way for community members of African descent to honor their history and traditions. We invite you to listen to this podcast with Minister Imhotep Alkebulan, who is well known for leading Kwanzaa celebrations in th...2023-01-1811 min
The Natomas Unified Podcast ChannelEpisode 9 - Tips to Help Parents and Teens Navigate Social MediaNUSD speaks with the authors of the new book, "Behind Their Screens: What Teens are Facing and Parents are Missing". Drs. Emily Weinstein and Carrie James collected insights from more than 3,500 teens about how they navigate the digital world. In this podcast, they share some of the greatest lessons learned in their research and writing this book - and the need for new talking points for parents in engaging with their kids about social media.
Leading with empathy, knowing when to "unfollow and mute", and how to have better conversations with your teens are just a few t...2022-11-2108 min
The Natomas Unified Podcast ChannelNUSD’s Literacy Efforts, Part 2: Breaking Down Rubrics from the ’Main Topic’ to GrammarNUSD continues to share our efforts to improve our students' literacy skills with guests Lan Orr and Juliane Link-Oberstar, both teachers on special assignment.
From the "main topic" to punctuation and grammar, Orr and Oberstar explain how each rubric will help elevate a child's reading and writing skills, and how these lessons can help families engage with one another.
More Resources:
https://natomasunified.org/literacy-series-update-what-is-a-writing-rubric-and-how-it-is-helpful/
2022-11-1605 min
The Natomas Unified Podcast ChannelNUSD Celebrates Native American Heritage MonthNovember is recognized as "Native American Heritage Month" and NUSD is proud to celebrate our community members of Native American descent. Fun fact: Natomas is a Maidu word which means "north place" or "upstream people".
In this episode we speak with Crystal Blue, an NUSD parent, of the Ione Band of Miwok Indians; Raquel Gonzales of the Shingle Springs Rancheria Band of Miwok Indians; and parent/staff member Isaac Bojorquez, of the KaKoon Ta Ruk Band of Ohlone-Costanoan Indians of the Big Sur Rancheria, from Monterey County.
The trio shares a li...2022-11-1614 min
The Natomas Unified Podcast ChannelNUSD’s Literacy Efforts, Part 1: Focus on Informational WritingNUSD is committed to improving all of our students' literacy skills. Mark Bornstein, an NUSD Teacher on Special Assignment (TOSA), explains how we use rubrics - which is a way we evaluate a child's writing - and use those measurements to help a child in areas they may need support.
A group of NUSD teachers reviewed and discussed student writing levels and agreed on five key scoring elements of writing that a student’s writing is scored on. Breaking the writing into five elements helps to identify specific areas of strength and areas for growth. These five scor...2022-11-0812 minThe Natomas Unified Podcast ChannelMeeks Academy - Taking Virtual Learning to the Next LevelLarry G. Meeks Academy is a great program for scholars in need of a more flexible schedule. Scholars throughout Sacramento and in counties near Natomas, are encouraged to enroll.
Listen as Dr. Esther Perez, Meeks Academy's executive director, and Sunny Bun, a Meeks Academy teacher, explain the benefits of enrolling at the school as they take virtual learning to the next level.
Click here to learn more about enrollment.
2022-10-2612 min
The Natomas Unified Podcast ChannelLearning Recovery - How Parents may use this Resource to help their childNUSD's "Learning Recovery Intervention Guide" helps parents navigate the academic needs their child may have. Parents recently received a guide.
Listen as Steven Fong, Executive Director in the Chief Academic Officer department, explains how to use the guide and how it may help tackle a child's learning challenges and how to help them thrive.
More information may be found here: https://natomasunified.org/learning-recovery-and-intervention-guide/
2022-10-1408 minThe Natomas Unified Podcast ChannelNUSD Professional Development Training: Examining Implicit BiasNatomas Unified staff members are dedicated to become leading examples of committed, collaborative, caring and exemplary examples in the community. As part of NUSD’s 3-year professional development plan, staff members have recently participated in anti-racist, anti-bias training. These training sessions teach staff members about cultural relevancy and situational awareness inside of NUSD schools, urging staff members to examine their own implicit bias.
Listen as Tonja Jarrell, NUSD’s Associate Superintendent, discusses these trainings and why our first thoughts about people can't be our last.
Next training for staff members is schedule...2022-10-0410 min
The Natomas Unified Podcast ChannelNUSD Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month Through Literacy with Author Leticia OrdazJoin NUSD this Friday as we learn more about Leticia Ordaz’s whimsical journey to becoming an award-winning author and the importance of reading stories in multiple languages.
Sacramento-based news anchor, Ordaz, wanted her young children to read about strong, diverse characters. When she noticed the lack of diversity, she began writing about positive/STEM related stories, with Hispanic protagonists.
Ordaz will also read her newest book, “The Carousel King and the Space Mission,” this Friday, September 30th, 6 pm, during NUSD’s “Celebrating National Hispanic Heritage Month Through Literacy” Event at Bannon Creek Sch...2022-09-2809 min
The Natomas Unified Podcast ChannelEl Programa de Inmersión en Dos Idiomas de la Escuela Primaria de Heredia-Arriaga y cómo inscribirseBienvenidos de regreso a la escuela y gracias por acompañarnos una vez más en el podcast "Conversaciones con NUSD".
En este episodio hablamos de la nueva escuela primaria de NUSD, Heredia-Arriaga, que se inaugurará en el 2023-2024. Esta escuela ofrecerá un programa de inmersión en dos idiomas que ayudará a los niños a aprender tanto el español como el inglés.
Escuche cómo la directora de la escuela, Liz Aguirre, y la maestra, Lina Bornstein, repasan los beneficios de un programa DLI y cómo puede inscribir a los estudiantes...2022-09-1613 min
The Natomas Unified Podcast ChannelEnroll Soon! New Dual Language Immersion School Offers Students a way to Become BilingualPlease scroll down to the bottom of the screen to click on the link to listen.
In this episode, we discuss NUSD’s newest elementary school, Heredia-Arriaga, which is set to open in 2023-2024. This school will offer a dual language immersion program that will help children learn both Spanish and English.
Listen in as the school’s principal, Liz Aguirre, and teacher, Lina Bornstein, go over the benefits of a DLI program and how you may enroll your transitional kindergarten and kindergarten students.
Hosted by:
2022-09-1209 min
The Natomas Unified Podcast ChannelSegment 3 of 3: A Conversation with NUSD Nutrition Services and Dairy Council of CA Discussing Strategies to Elevate School MealsIn this final segment of "How do school meals support students' health and well-being," we will continue to dive into school meals by discussing how nutrition education can increase the acceptability of healthy foods and share strategies to support nutrition education. NUSD Executive Director of Nutrition Services & Warehouse, Vince Caguin will share his perspective on this topic, talk more about how NUSD is elevating nutrition, promoting Universal School Meals, and how his dept/team are committed to serving students high-quality, nutritious foods at school.
Guests:
Sonia Fernandez Arana, Program Manager, Let’s Eat Healthy
V...2022-03-2414 min
The Natomas Unified Podcast ChannelHow do school meals support students’ health and well-being.Segment #2 of 3: Health + Academic Benefits of School Meals
Description:
In partnership with the Dairy Council of California, we continue the conversation of how school meals support students' health and well-being. In this segment, we talk about the critical role that school meals programs play in supporting the health of school-age children and adolescents by discussing the childhood health benefits associated with the consumption of school meals.
Host
Lisset Mijares, CAFE Coordinator III
Bessie O'Connor, Nutrition Science Project Manager
2022-03-1707 min
The Natomas Unified Podcast ChannelHow do school meals support students’ health and well-beingSegment 1 of 3: Background of School Meals + Access to Nutritious Foods
Natomas Unified School District partnered with the Dairy Council of California to discuss how school meals support students' health and well-being. In this segment, you will learn about the background of school meals and access to nutritious foods.
Host - Lisset Mijares, Coordinator III, Communications & Family Engagement
Guest - Megan Holdaway, Program Manager, Dairy Council of California
2022-03-1110 min
The Natomas Unified Podcast ChannelOur Career Technical Education program has new classes and updates for NUSD secondary studentsLearn more about the new Career Technical courses offered at Inderkum, Natomas and Discovery High Schools.
Hosts:
Deidra Powell - Executive Director Communications & Family Engagement
Guest:
AJ Giersch - Executive Director Career Technical Education, State and Federal Programs
2022-02-2514 min
The Natomas Unified Podcast ChannelStrategies on Relieving StressInforming parents and guardians of the impact of stress on their lives and their children’s and to inform the importance of minimizing stress through practical Stress Busters.
Hosts:
Angela Da Re, President/CEO Delta Prevention
Jeremy Greene, NUSD Psychologist
Show Handouts
Test Your Stress
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1N12FsVPi28tLK_21muTOe3qm_dKN0rrT/view?usp=sharing
Relieving Stress
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1r7UT5GTuAPAFQQOJ8wdZNZjm8aIw5A7G/view?usp=sharing
2022-01-1115 min
The Natomas Unified Podcast ChannelThe Building Blocks of LiteracyThis topic will cover how to teach students in the early years (K-3) to read, hear and recognize sounds within words to help students become better readers.
Hosts:
Natasha Rowlett, Kimberly Stepp, Ranbir Bains
2021-12-0713 min
The Natomas Unified Podcast ChannelNUSD and IYT Influencing the Lives of Young Men of ColorCEO Michael Lynch of IYT discusses the strong partnership with NUSD to support more young men of color attending and graduating from college and being prepared for careers.
Host Deidra Powell, Executive Director Communications & Family Engagement (CAFE)
Guest Michael Lynch, Co-Founder and CEO of Improve Your Tomorrow (IYT)
2021-12-0115 min
The Natomas Unified Podcast ChannelNUSD Celebrates Sikh Awareness and Appreciation MonthIn celebration of diversity, NUSD Parents Satty Rooprai and Sumiti Mehta educate the community about Sikhism in recognition of Sikh Awareness and Appreciation Month.
Guests:
Parents Satty Rooprai and Sumiti Mehta
Deidra Powell, Executive Director
2021-11-1116 min
The Natomas Unified Podcast ChannelEvery Student Needs a ChampionHear how champions can make a difference in a child’s life and how you can be one too!
Hosts
Jeremy Greene, Psychologist
Earl Pavao, Executive Director
2021-10-2622 min
The Natomas Unified Podcast ChannelTips on Relationship Building and Social InteractionOur team of experts provides tips on how to help children build relationships and how to help them with social interaction.
Hosts
Dr. Michele Hamilton, NUSD Director
Jill Adams, LCSW, Social Work Liaison2021-10-1109 min
The Natomas Unified Podcast ChannelWhat is trauma and why is it such an important focus in NUSD?Our guests have a candid conversation where they describe trauma, how it affects families, and how Natomas Unified can help.
Earl Pavao
Executive Director, Student Services and Support
Natomas Unified School District
Carol Swanson
Associate Superintendent, Student Services and Support
2021-09-2319 min
The Natomas Unified Podcast ChannelNUSD Launching a Brand New Virtual Academy Fall 2021 - Podcast 15Coming this fall of 2021, Natomas Unified School District is launching a brand new virtual academy. It’s an innovative option for scholars to learn, thrive, and excel in a virtual environment.
Guest Host: Deidra Powell, Director of Communications
Guest: Esther Perez, Executive Director and Tonja Jarrell, Assistant Superintendent
2021-04-1414 min
The Natomas Unified Podcast ChannelVirtual Extracurricular Activities Keeping Students Connected - Podcast 14Podcast Episode 14 focuses on the topic of Extracurricular Activities in a Distance Learning Environment.
Guest Host: Deidra Powell, Director of Communications
Shea Borges, Executive Director of the Office of the Chief Academic Officer
2020-08-2607 min
The Natomas Unified Podcast ChannelSocial-Emotional Supports Available to Students - Podcast 13Podcast 13 addresses some of the social-emotional supports and resources we have for students and specifically, how students and parents can access them.
Guest Host: Deidra Powell, Director of Communications
Carol Swanson, Associate Superintendent, Student Services, Earl Pavao, Executive Director and Anthony Damarto, Director
2020-08-2412 min
The Natomas Unified Podcast ChannelWhat to Expect on Day 1! - Podcast 12Podcast 12 provides an overview of what families can expect on the first day of school, Thursday, August 27, 2020.
Guest Host: Deidra Powell, Director of Communications
Chief Academic Officer Angela Herrera
2020-08-2113 min
The Natomas Unified Podcast ChannelBack-to-School Technology Needs - Episode 11To ensure students and parents get a successful start to the school year with their district-issued technology, listen to Executive Director of Technology Jason Gregg discuss everything from the importance of testing your equipment to helpful resources in the Digital Backpack, and most importantly, who to contact if your student needs technical support.
Guest Host: Deidra Powell, Director of Communications
Executive Director of Technology Jason Gregg
2020-08-2009 min
The Natomas Unified Podcast ChannelSocial and Emotional Learning and Support in Natomas Unified School District (NUSD) - Episode 10NUSD is committed to creating safe and welcoming learning environments where students attend and are connected to their schools. Learn how NUSD supports students with an extensive array of social and emotional learning and support services available to all NUSD students.
Guests: Carol Swanson, Associate Superintendent, and Anthony Da Marto, Director of Student Services and Support. 2020-04-0815 min
The Natomas Unified Podcast ChannelOn Track to College - Episode 9Learn about the tools Natomas Unified School District provides for parents to stay informed on their student's progress towards college and career.
Guest: Superintendent Chris Evans with guest David Rodriguez, Assistant Superintendent, Office of the Chief Academic Officer
2020-03-0508 min
The Natomas Unified Podcast ChannelNUSD's Parent University Equipping Parents for Student Success - Episode 8NUSD’s Parent University offers a wide array of workshops and classes to support parents/guardians in raising successful students. From workshops on technology to college preparation to one of our most popular courses "Love and Logic," Parent University is a resource specially designed for the needs of NUSD's parents.
Guest: Lisset Mijares, Coordinator, Office of the Chief Academic Officer
Chris Evans, Superintendent
2020-02-1409 min
The Natomas Unified Podcast ChannelAward-Winning Constituent & Customer Services - Episode 7Learn how Natomas Unified supports and addresses the needs of the community through its award-winning department Constituent & Customer Services.
Guest: Heidi Lattuada, Director of Constituent & Customer Services
Chris Evans, Superintendent
2020-01-2215 min
The Natomas Unified Podcast ChannelNewly Designed Elementary Report Cards - Episode 6Having a comprehensive and easy to read format that clearly shows a student's performance is integral for parents to be better equipped to help their child succeed. That was key in the redesign of Natomas Unified's elementary report cards. Launching in fall 2019, parents will learn in this episode the extensive work that went into the development, what's different, and why this matters.
Guests: Doug Orr, Associate Superintendent and Tonja Jarrell, Principal, Paso Verde and Host Chris Evans, Superintendent.
2019-10-2810 min
The Natomas Unified Podcast ChannelImpact and skills gained through sports - Episode 5Building character, boosting self-esteem, discipline, and learning to work in teams are invaluable skills that athletes take away from their time participating in sports. Superintendent Chris Evans discusses the short and long-term benefits with Coach Moriah Finch of Leroy Greene Academy.
Guests:
Moriah Finch, English Teacher, Varsity Basketball Coach & Assistant Athletic Director, Leroy Greene Academy
Chris Evans, Superintendent, Host2019-10-0917 min
The Natomas Unified Podcast ChannelCTE Pathways, providing real-work experiences and skills for students to prepare for jobs of today and future - Episode 4Learn about the Career Technical Pathways that are preparing students for success after high school whether it's continuing on to college or going directly into the workforce.
Guests:
AJ Giersch, Director of Career Technical Education
Chris Evans, Superintendent, Host
2019-09-1911 min
The Natomas Unified Podcast ChannelWhy playing an instrument positively impacts kids - Episode 3The benefits of a child playing a musical instrument are endless. That's why Natomas Unified offers band in elementary through high school. Superintendent Chris Evans talks to one of the district's top music teachers about how playing music can enhance a child's academic performance, social and life skills, and so much more.
Guests:
Jeff Galindo, Teacher, Natomas Middle School
Chris Evans, Superintendent, Host2019-09-0516 min
The Natomas Unified Podcast ChannelAttendance Matters - Episode 2Over 8 million U.S. students miss nearly a month of school each year. In this episode, Superintendent Chris Evans and special guests share facts about attendance and how it significantly impacts a child’s future long-term.
Guests:
Shea Borges, Executive Director, Office of the Chief Academic Officer
Colleen Perry, Principal, Two Rivers Elementary School
2019-08-1916 min
The Natomas Unified Podcast ChannelNatomas Unified School District Podcasts 2019 – Episode 1Helpful tips and resources for parent to support their students for successful school year.
2019-08-0811 min