Building Blocks
Pearland ISD’s Podcast that highlights people who are the Building Blocks of Pearland ISD. Your Proud Superintendent, Larry Berger hosts the show and gives listeners, parents, students and staff an inside look at who is Building Pearland Proud.
Guests will include students, staff, leadership and community members.
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Episodes
94 episodes
#094 - Principal Series: Leaving Prints Behind at Alexander Middle School with Andrea Clayton
On this episode of Building Blocks, host Dr. Larry Berger visits with Andrea Clayton, Principal of A-Rated Alexander Middle School, home of the Tigers, to talk about what it takes to build a thriving campus culture.Principal Clayton refl...
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Season 3
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Episode 25
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25:02
#093 – Principal Series: Pride, Honor, Success at Pearland High School with Adrian Washburn
In this episode of Building Blocks, host Dr. Larry Berger sits down with Adrian Washburn, principal of Pearland High School, for an inside look at what it means to lead one of the district’s first schools and carrying on a proud tradition of ex...
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Season 3
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Episode 24
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31:13
#092 - Building Business with Pearland ISD: What Every Vendor Needs to Know
Doing business with a school district can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be.In this episode of Building Blocks, Ja’Nice Lockett, Purchasing Coordinator for Pearland ISD, takes listeners inside the Purchasing Department and exp...
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Season 3
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Episode 23
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33:18
#091 - Principal Series: BCE is the Place to Be with Amanda Windsor
In this Principal Series episode, host Dr. Larry Berger sits down with Amanda Windsor, Principal of Barbara Cockrell Elementary, to share what drives her leadership and what makes her campus special. Mrs. Windsor talks about what inspired her t...
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Season 3
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Episode 22
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23:01
#090 - Principal Series: The Magic in Magnolia with Veronica August
In this Principal Series episode, host Dr. Larry Berger sits down with Veronica August, Principal of Magnolia Elementary, to explore what makes her campus bloom. Principal August shares what inspired her path into leadership, the programs and t...
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Season 3
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Episode 21
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22:05
#089 - Principal Series: Rooted at Rustic Oak with Beth West
In this Principal Series episode, Dr. Larry Berger sits down with Beth West, the steady heartbeat of Rustic Oak Elementary. Principal West reflects on her journey in school leadership, the traditions and programs that make Rustic Oak special, a...
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Season 3
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Episode 20
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26:10
#088 - Principal Series: Star Power with Principal Stacie Van Loenen
In this Principal Series episode, host Dr. Larry Berger sits down with Stacie Van Loenen, Principal of Silverlake Elementary, for a look at the leadership, culture, and innovation driving her campus. Principal Van Loenen shares what inspired he...
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Season 3
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Episode 19
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25:49
#087 - Inside the Making of the Academic School Calendar
It’s one of the hottest topics every year...the school calendar, and in this episode of the Building Blocks Podcast, host Dr. Larry Berger pulls back the curtain with the two people who lead the work: Dr. La’Kesha Henson-Vaughn, Executive Direc...
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Season 3
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Episode 18
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22:35
#086 - The Mom Behind the Proud Superintendent: Kitty Bethke
Get ready for a fun episode as Dr. Larry Berger sits down with his mom, Kitty Bethke. She shares what Larry Ray was really like growing up, the funny moments that hinted at who he’d become, and her reaction when he decided to go into education....
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Season 3
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Episode 17
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40:19
#085 - Principal Series: The Harris Energy with Principal LaShonda Pernetter
In this episode of the Building Blocks Podcast, Dr. Larry Berger talks with Harris Elementary Principal LaShonda Pernetter about the heart and vision behind her campus. She shares what drives her as a leader, the unique experiences Harris offer...
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Season 3
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Episode 16
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26:39
#084 - Principal Series: Junior High South Flex with Jason Frerking
In this episode of the Building Blocks Podcast, Dr. Larry Berger talks with Pearland Junior High South Principal Jason Frerking about what inspired him to lead, the programs and traditions that make his campus special. Mr. Frerking also shares ...
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Season 3
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Episode 15
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35:16
#083 - Principal Series: Inside Lawhon Elementary with Veronica Rodriguez
In this episode of Building Blocks, Dr. Larry Berger chats with Lawhon Elementary Principal Veronica Rodriguez, whose love for learning and leadership shines through in everything she does. From what first inspired her to become a prin...
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Season 3
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Episode 14
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25:00
#082 - Senate Bill 2124: What It Means For Pearland ISD
This special episode of the Building Blocks Podcast breaks format for an important update on Senate Bill 2124 and its impact on advanced programming in Pearland ISD.Dr. Charles Allen and Dr. Cahill join Dr. Berger and Producer Ma...
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Season 3
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Episode 13
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16:44
#081 - Principal Series: Empowering Students with Audie Johnson
In this episode of Building Blocks, Dr. Larry Berger sits down with Audie Johnson, principal of Pearland Junior High East, to talk about leadership, culture, and what it means to create a true sense of belonging on campus.He dives into o...
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Season 3
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Episode 12
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23:09
#080 - The Coaching Effect: How Pearland ISD Elevates Instructional Excellence
In this episode of Building Blocks, Dr. Berger sits down with Indira Ramirez, Pearland ISD’s Coordinator of Instruction & Professional Learning, and Angelina Bouchard, Middle School Math Instructional Coach, to dive deep into the d...
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Season 3
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Episode 11
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50:48
#079 - Principal Series: Student Connection with Amy Etchberger
In this episode of the Building Blocks Podcast we are continuing the Principal Series, with Amy Etchberger, principal of Carleston Elementary. Mrs. Etchberger shares what inspired her to become a school leader, the joys of working with elementa...
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Season 3
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Episode 10
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19:23
#078 - Principal Series: Building the Berry Miller Tradition
In this episode of the Building Blocks Podcast, Dr. Larry Berger sits down with Tony Barcelona, principal of Berry Miller Junior High. Mr. Barcelona shares what led him into educational leadership, the most rewarding parts of guiding s...
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Season 3
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Episode 9
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30:43
#077 - Principal Series: Elevating Learning with Stacie Muras
In this episode of the Building Blocks Podcast, Dr. Larry Berger visits with Stacie Muras, principal of Silvercrest Elementary. Mrs. Muras talks about what drew her to school leadership and the unique rewards of working with elementary...
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Season 3
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Episode 9
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22:06
#076 - Principal Series: Preparing Students for the Next Step with Dr. Kai Bouchard
In this episode of the Building Blocks Podcast, Dr. Larry Berger sits down with Dr. Kai Bouchard, principal of Robert Turner College & Career High School. Dr. Bouchard shares what inspired him to pursue educational leadership, the ...
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Season 3
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Episode 8
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40:55
#075 - Principal Series: Elevating the Game with Dr. Dana Ashley
In this episode of the Building Blocks Podcast, Dr. Larry Berger sits down with Dr. Dana Ashley, principal of Pearland Junior High West. Dr. Ashley shares what inspired her to become a principal, the rewarding aspects of leading her campus and ...
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Season 3
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Episode 7
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36:00
#074 - Bright Wishes & Community Pride: The Pearland Lions
In this episode of the Building Blocks Podcast, host Dr. Larry Berger sits down with Lonnie Grohman of the Pearland Lions Club and Cindy Gutierrez, Pearland ISD communications specialist and manager of the Bright Wishes Giving Campaign. Togethe...
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Season 3
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Episode 6
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35:21
#073 - Navigating Change: Dr. Laura Reeves on Technology in Education
In this episode of Building Blocks, we talk with Dr. Laura Reeves, Pearland ISD’s Director of Educational Technology, about how technology is shaping the way students learn and teachers teach. Dr. Reeves outlines the district’s top pri...
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Season 3
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Episode 5
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33:55
#072 - Building Stronger Student Support: Clara Gerard on Counseling and Guidance
In this episode of Building Blocks, we sit down with Clara Gerard, Pearland ISD’s new Director of Counseling and Guidance Services. Clara shares her journey to Pearland ISD and her vision for strengthening counseling programs across th...
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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22:42
#071 - Special Programs Focus: Goals, Support & Student Success!
In this episode of the Building Blocks Podcast, we sit down with Sheri Maston, Pearland ISD’s Executive Director of Special Programs. Sheri shares her journey to Pearland ISD, what excites her about leading Special Programs, and her to...
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Season 3
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Episode 3
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33:31
#070 - School Safety Spotlight: Armed Guards, Threat Assessments & Prevention!
In this episode of the Building Blocks Podcast, we sit down with John Palombo, Pearland ISD’s Executive Director of Safety and Operations, for an in-depth look at how the district is safeguarding students and staff. We discuss the rece...
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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29:02
