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The Voice of the District
The Voice of Bridgeport is the official podcast of Bridgeport Public Schools, created to keep our community informed, engaged, and connected. Each episode features conversations with district leaders, educators, students, families, and community partners as we explore the progress, challenges, and initiatives shaping our schools.
Through transparent dialogue and real stories from across the district, this podcast offers listeners an inside look at the work happening every day to support our students’ success. Whether we’re discussing academics, operations, student voice, facilities, partnerships, or board governance, The Voice of Bridgeport brings forward timely information and meaningful perspectives to keep our community updated.
Tune in every Friday to stay informed and inspired as we continue moving Bridgeport Public Schools forward, together.
Episodes
16 episodes
How Is Bridgeport Preparing Tomorrow’s Educators Today?
In this episode of The Voice of the District, Bridgeport Public Schools highlights its partnership with Sacred Heart University through the Teacher Residency Program.This conversation focuses on how the district is building a st...
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The Voice of the District | Episode 12 w. Early Childhood Department
In this episode, we sit down with Lindsay Davis, Director of Early Childhood for Bridgeport Public Schools, to talk about the foundation of student success. Lindsay shares her journey into education, what inspired her to focus on early childhoo...
The Voice of the District | Episode 11 w. Lifebridge
In Episode 11 of The Voice of the District, we sit down with Edith Boyle, President and CEO of LifeBridge Community Services, and Tia Reid, Senior Director of Behavioral Health Services, for a meaningful conversation on the power of pa...
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The Voice of the District | Episode 10 with Mayor Joseph P. Ganim
In Episode 10 of The Voice of the District, we sit down with Bridgeport Mayor Joseph P. Ganim for a thoughtful and forward-looking conversation centered on the future of our city and our schools. Mayor Ganim reflects on his years in pu...
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The Voice of the District | Episode 09 w. Special Education Advisory Council (SEAC)
In this episode of The Voice of the District, we sit down with Natasha Gravina and Kiara Luna, co-chairs of the Bridgeport Public Schools Special Education Advisory Council (SEAC). As parents and advocates within the district, they sha...
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The Voice of the District | Episode 08 w. Bridgeport Public Education Fund
In Episode 08 of The Voice of the District, we are joined by Faith Villegas, Executive Director, and Armando Jimenez, Director of Development, to discuss the impact of Bridgeport Public Education Fund and the Bridgeport Promise program...
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The Voice of the District | Episode 07 w. Robert Traber
Episode 07 of The Voice of the District features Robert Traber, Board of Education Member for Bridgeport Public Schools.In this episode, we discuss what fully funding the Education Cost Sharing formula would mean for Bridgeport students ...
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The Voice of the District | Episode 06 w. Constance Vickers
In this episode, we focus on Connecticut’s short legislative session, a critical period when state lawmakers make key budget and policy decisions that directly affect our city and our public schools. To help break down what this means for Bridg...
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The Voice of the District | Episode 05 w. Dr. Royce Avery
In Episode 05 of Voice of the District, Interim Superintendent Dr. Royce Avery discusses the district’s proposed budget and the long-standing funding challenges facing Bridgeport Public Schools.Dr. Avery explains that these chal...
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The Voice of the District | Episode 04 w. Dr. Monette Ferguson
In this episode of The Voice of the District, we sit down with Dr. Monette Ferguson, Executive Director of Alliance for Community Empowerment (Alliance CT), to discuss the critical role community partnerships play in supporting students and fam...
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Bridgeport Public Schools Debate Program: Martin Luther King Jr.
In this special episode of The Voice of the District, Bridgeport Public Schools highlights the district’s Debate Program through the voices of two student debaters who share a preview of the upcoming Martin Luther King Jr. Day Debat...
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The Voice of the District | Episode 03 w. Jennifer Perez
THE VOICE OF THE DISTRICT Episode: Conversation with Board of Education Chair Jennifer PerezBridgeport Public Schools is proud to share a new episode of The Voice of the District, featuring Jennifer Perez, Chai...
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Special Health Update: Measles Guidance and Vaccination Requirements for Families
In this special health update, Bridgeport Public Schools is joined by the City of Bridgeport Department of Health to share important information regarding a confirmed measles case in a nearby town and what families need to know.Dr. Eliza...
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The Voice of the District | Episode 02 w. Sujata Gadkar-Wilcox
Bridgeport Public Schools is proud to share Episode 2 of The Voice of the District, featuring State Senator Sujata Gadkar-Wilcox, a dedicated advocate for public education and a strong partner to the Bridgeport community.In this...
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Melissa in The Morning and Jon Kamal on Unified Address 2025
In this episode of The Voice of Bridgeport, we feature a segment from Melissa in the Morning and Jon Kamal discussing Unified Address 2025. Originally aired on WICC, this conversation provides an outside perspective on Bridgeport Publi...
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