
Reimagining Education
Reimagining Education is a podcast brought to you by Michigan International Prep School. We talk all things education, and hope to reimagine what school would look like with the best interests of students and their families in mind.
Episodes
31 episodes
Prepare for Your Future with Learning Pathways
In today’s episode, we speak with Lucas Peless (Director of Student Operations & Logistics) about some of the unique and innovative career prep pathways offered at Michigan International Prep School, ranging from our School of the Arts, to ...
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Episode 31
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15:01

Innovative Online Curriculum that’s Made to Fit
Join us for a terrific conversation with Roy Sovis, Director of Curriculum & Instruction here at Michigan International Prep School. Our focus has always been on creating a curriculum that’s geared towards the specific needs of each student...
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Episode 32
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16:48

Explore Your Creative Potential with the MIPS School of the Arts
Join us for a lively conversation with Christopher Card, Director of the Arts here at Michigan International Prep School. Our School of the Arts provides students the opportunity to explore their creative potential through Art, Music, and Theat...
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Episode 33
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23:00

Introducing Secondary Principal David Pilgreen | Reimagining Education Podcast #30
Join us for an introductory conversation with our new Secondary Principal, David Pilgreen! David has worked in both virtual and in-person classrooms, and written curriculum for his former district. He started his career at his alma mater, Garne...
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Episode 30
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26:04

Introducing Elementary Principal Andrea Knack | Reimagining Education Podcast #29
Join us for an introductory conversation with our new Elementary Principal, Andrea Knack! Andrea (who has lived in the Upper Peninsula for over a decade) has an extensive background in education, with experience in various roles ranging from pa...
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Episode 29
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12:47
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Engaging Families with Field Trips & Clubs | Reimagining Education Podcast #28
Join us for a conversation with Cara Livingston, our Community Engagement Coordinator, and MIPS parent Chambria Mack, as we discuss our school field trips, clubs, and other events, and the ways we encourage socialization at Michigan Internation...
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Episode 28
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15:07

Meeting Students Where They Are with Individualized Learning | Reimagining Education Podcast #27
Join us for a conversation with superintendent Andrew Hulbert and MIPS parent, Chambria Mack, as we discuss the founding of MIPS, the story behind our logo, some of the specific factors that bring students to our school, and the overarching mis...
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Episode 27
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16:22

Excluding Student Behaviors | Reimagining Education Podcast #26
Should student behaviors have an impact on their academic grade? Roy and Eric discuss this question in today's podcast episode!—To learn more about MIPS, head to https://miprepschool.org/Reimagining Education is a podcas...
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Episode 26
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14:29

When Should Students Get Zeros? | Reimagining Education Podcast #25
In this episode of the podcast, Roy and Eric discuss zeros!—To learn more about MIPS, head to https://miprepschool.org/https://youtu.be/a6yNOJYFieoReimagining Education is a podcast brought to you by Michigan Int...
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Episode 25
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14:47

Teaching Students to Learn How to Learn | Reimagining Education Podcast #24
How can we teach students how to learn? In this episode, Roy Sovis walks us through such an important concept.—To learn more about MIPS, head to https://miprepschool.org/https://youtu.be/xgof4XdWPvYReimagining Ed...
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Episode 24
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16:17

How to Get Students to Complete Ungraded Assignments | Reimagining Education Podcast #23
How can we motivate students to complete ungraded assignments? In this episode, Roy Sovis walks us through strategies to create student buy-in and enthusiasm towards assignments in the classroom.—To learn more about MIPS, head t...
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Episode 23
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16:46

Grades: How Should Schools Assess Student Learning? | Reimagining Education Podcast #22
Should students get grades? How do we determine which assignments become graded? Roy Sovis talks about these things and much, much more on this episode of the podcast.—To learn more about MIPS, head to https://miprepschool.org/<...
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Episode 22
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34:23

Parent Advocates for Choice in Education with Lynn Aronoff | Reimagining Education Podcast #21
We welcome Lynn Aronoff of Parent Advocates for Choice in Education to the RE podcast!—To learn more about MIPS, head to https://miprepschool.org/Listen on Youtube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music,...
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Episode 21
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19:25

Living During a War | Reimagining Education Podcast #20
Faisal Askar shares his story and illustrates the realities of living amidst a war. We hope this helps us empathize with the people of Ukraine and all those affected by the current war as well.—To learn more about MIPS, head to ...
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Episode 20
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20:35

How Should Educators Measure Student Learning? ft. Roy Sovis | Reimagining Education #19
The famous Roy Sovis, Director of Curriculum and Instruction at Michigan International Prep School, joins us on the podcast! Watch and listen to Roy talk about some of the most important aspects of improving education for students and thei...
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Episode 19
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34:59

Innovative Technology for Virtual Students & Schools | Reimagining Education Podcast #18
We make sure our students and families have the best opportunities to utilize technology to thrive online. Listen to Director of Technology, Faisal Askar, walk us through what devices and protections we have in place for our students.To...
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Episode 18
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17:58

Be True to Yourself | Reimagining Education Podcast #17
This message was given by Superintendent Andrew Hulbert to MIPS graduates in 2021, encouraging them to "be true to yourself" when life hits hard.To learn more about MIPS, head to https://miprepschool.org/Listen on Youtube, Spoti...
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Episode 17
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10:31

4 Principles for Nurturing Strong Relationships After Graduation | Reimagining Education Podcast #16
This message was given by Superintendent Andrew Hulbert to MIPS graduates, encouraging them to value relationships, excellence, purpose, and character.To learn more about MIPS, head to https://miprepschool.org/Listen on Youtube,...
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Episode 16
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12:27

9 Skills to Teach Every Student | Reimagining Education Podcast #15
Logan Dean, Director of Mentoring Services at Michigan International Prep School, talks about the 9 soft skills all mentors and teachers should guiding students towards throughout this year.To learn more about MIPS, head to https://mipr...
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Episode 15
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21:48

Andre Fluellen: The Life of Your Dreams | Reimagining Education Podcast #14
Andre Fluellen, former Detroit Lion, gives a message about making positive decisions, seeing your worth, avoiding an "underdog mindset," and the power of visualizing your future. Andre delivered this message to Michigan International Prep Schoo...
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Episode 14
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42:50

Choosing a School That is Best for Your Student | Reimagining Education Podcast #12
To learn more, head to https://miprepschool.org/Listen on Youtube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Stitcher, iHeart Radio, or wherever you listen to your podcasts!Reimagining Education is a podcast brough...
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Episode 12
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28:33

Count Day: What It Is, and Why It's Important | Reimagining Education Podcast #11
What is Count Day? What do I have to do for it? Great questions! Cara Livingston explains all things Count Day for our podcast.To learn more, head to https://miprepschool.org/Listen on Youtube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Po...
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Episode 11
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19:50

A Parent's Advice for Helping Your Online Student Succeed | Reimagining Education Podcast #10
Listen to a MIPS parent talk about what to expect when your children study here online!To learn more, head to https://miprepschool.org/Listen on Youtube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Stitcher, iHeart R...
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Episode 10
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30:16

Raising the Bar for Special Education in Online Schools | Reimagining Education Podcast #9
We believe special education students can thrive online. Listen to Alisha Jaynes, Department Chair of Special Education at MIPS, talk about what we do and how we come alongside students who need support.To learn more, head to https://mi...
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Episode 9
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19:28

Encouraging Disengaged, Discouraged, and At-Risk Students | Reimagining Education Podcast #8
Are you a parent or teacher with a student who struggles to find the motivation to do their online schoolwork? Do they fall behind and fail to communicate? You are not alone.Listen to teacher Amanda Murray talk about the ways we can hel...
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Episode 8
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27:46
