The Super in 10
A podcast hosted by Idaho's Superintendent of Public Instruction, Debbie Critchfield. In 10-minute episodes, Critchfield explores events and issues related to K-12 education in Idaho. This podcast is for Idaho parents, teachers, administrators, and anyone with an interest in the state's K-12 education landscape. Produced by the Idaho Department of Education.
Episodes
20 episodes
Ep. 19: Charter Schools
Sherrilynn Bair works in a traditional Idaho public school and serves on the board of the Idaho Public Charter School Commission. In this episode, she clarifies misconceptions and discusses the benefits inherent to both learning environments.
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Episode 19
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11:13
Ep. 18: Educator Ethics
Superintendent Critchfield and Certification and Professional Standards Director Cina Lackey sit down to talk about Idaho's teacher code of ethics, student safety, teacher certification and the state’s Professional Standards Commission.
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Episode 18
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13:20
Ep. 17: The First Purple Star
For children of military families, frequently changing schools can add significant stress and uncertainty to their academic journey. Stephensen Elementary in the Mountain Home School District is the first Idaho school to receive a Purple Star d...
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Episode 17
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10:38
Ep. 16: A Year of Service
2024 Idaho CapEd Credit Union Teacher of the Year Trent Van Leuven teaches nine different career technical and agricultural classes at Mackay High School. For the last 12 months, in addition to teaching, he has worked overtime to help and celeb...
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Episode 16
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11:48
Ep. 15: Summer 2024 Projects
Despite the fact it’s summer, there is a lot going on at the Idaho Department of Education right now. Superintendent Critchfield sits down with Communications Director Scott Graf to talk about two of the initiatives underway this summer: an upd...
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Episode 15
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13:26
Ep. 14: Teacher Preparation
Most of Idaho’s educators are trained at our state’s institutions of higher education. And as the role of educator has evolved, so too have the institutions that prepare them. Dr. Brooke Blevins, Dean of the University of Idaho’s College of Edu...
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Episode 14
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11:38
Ep. 13: Idaho School for the Deaf and the Blind
Brian Darcy has one of the most unique jobs in Idaho education. And he loves it. The administrator of the Idaho Educational Services for the Deaf and Blind in Gooding joins Superintendent Critchfield to talk about his work – and brag a...
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Episode 13
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12:06
Ep. 12: Summer for Teachers
It’s summer in Idaho and that means most of our teachers are not in the classroom. But that doesn’t mean they’re not working or honing their craft. Superintendent Critchfield talks with Idaho Falls educator Julie Nawrocki about what summer look...
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Episode 12
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12:06
Ep. 11: Artificial Intelligence
IDLA Superintendent Jeff Simmons is an early adopter of Artificial Intelligence in the education setting. He joins Superintendent Critchfield to talk about why the technology is something to embrace and not fear.
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Episode 11
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11:02
Ep. 10: School Funding in Idaho (Part 2)
A conversation with the Chief Financial Officer for the Idaho Department of Education, Gideon Tolman, about proposed changes to Idaho school funding and education budget structures. Part 2 of 2.
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Episode 10
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13:06
Ep. 9: School Funding in Idaho (Part 1)
A conversation with the Chief Financial Officer for the Idaho Department of Education, Gideon Tolman, about the components of Idaho school funding and education budget structures. Part 1 of 2.
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Episode 9
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10:59
Ep. 8: Dual Language in Elementary School
A conversation with Adan Sanchez, a 2nd Grade Dual Language Teacher for the Boise School District about the demand, challenges and rewards of dual language immersion in elementary grades.
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Episode 8
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12:50
Ep. 7: Summer Food Service Program
A conversation with Lynda Westphal, the Child Nutrition Programs Director at the Idaho Department of Education, about new regulations surrounding #rural summer food services.
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Episode 7
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12:15
Ep. 6: Youth Suicide in Idaho
A conversation with the Idaho Youth Suicide Prevention Program coordinator, Hannah Crumrine, about widespread community needs and some powerful resources being rallied to strengthen students' mental health.The Idaho Youth Suicide Preven...
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Episode 6
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11:12
Ep. 5: Strategic Planning for Success
Developing a new strategic plan for the Idaho Department of Education is a top priority for Sup. Debbie Critchfield. Why? How will the department - and public education in the state - benefit from an updated plan? With Communications Director S...
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Episode 5
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11:25
Ep. 4: Community Schools
Community schools represent a collaboration between school and community to focus on the whole child. In Marsing, Idaho, the community has come together to support the concept as a means of giving young people their best chance at success. ...
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Episode 4
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10:46
Ep. 3: The Role of Data in Education
What role does data play in education? What does it measure? Why is it collected? How is it used? With Idaho Department of Education Chief Deputy Superintendent Ryan Cantrell.
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Episode 3
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10:20
Ep. 2: Fentanyl in Idaho (Part 2)
A conversation with Idaho State Police Director Col. Kedrick Wills on the presence of fentanyl in Idaho and the threat it poses to young people. Part 2 of 2.
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Episode 2
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10:15
