Amazing Education Podcast

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#052 - with Karina, Adalyn, and Julia about Art Club at Ames High Jan 03, 2024

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On this episode, we were joined by Ames High students Karina Scott, Adalyn McKeag, and Julia Fuerst. We had an amazing conversation about Art Club, how they became involved in art, what influences their work, and how they run a busy club all while being Ames High students.

#051 - Miles Peterson and Behind the Scenes with Theatre Dec 15, 2023

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On today’s episode, we were joined by Ames High School junior, Miles Peterson. We had an amazing conversation about the technical side of theatre, the skills he has gained both on stage and backstage, and his advice for getting involved at Ames High.

#050 - Kaylee McClure and the Abigail Adams Award Nov 10, 2023

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On this episode, we were joined by Ames High School junior, Kaylee McClure. We had an amazing conversation about being a recipient of the Abigail Adams award, her involvement with American Heritage Girls, and how important it is for her to give back to her community.

#049 - Ames High Theatre with Melissa Kaufman Nov 07, 2023

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On this episode, we were joined by Ames High teacher and director for the drama program, Melissa Kaufman. We had an amazing conversation about theater aspects, her process for selecting and preparing shows to be performed at Ames High, and how theater helps in the overall education and personal development of students.

#048 with Boston Freilinger, Ames Middle School Principal Oct 31, 2023

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On this episode, we were joined by Ames Middle School Principal Boston Freilinger. We had an amazing conversation about his goals as a new principal, the challenges he might face, and how parents and the community can support educational efforts at Ames Middle School.

#047 with Dr. Julious Lawson about Every Day Counts Oct 05, 2023

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On this episode, we were joined by Superintendent Dr. Julious Lawson. We had an amazing conversation about the District’s new attendance initiative, Every Day Counts. We talked about what it means to focus on attendance as a school district and why it’s so important in student success.

#046 with Ali Frandsen Jul 05, 2023

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On this episode, we were joined by Ames High School 2023 graduate, Ali Frandsen. We had an amazing conversation about her track and field success, perseverance, and what the future holds.

#045 with AHS DECA Students Grace, Fatimah, and Lilly Jun 08, 2023

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On this episode, we were joined by Ames High School students Grace Wu, Fatimah Naraghi, and Lilly Hauge. We had an amazing conversation about DECA, their trip to the International Career Development Conference in Orlando, Florida, and their many accomplishments.

#044 with David Lee, Ames High Senior & Storyteller May 25, 2023

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On this episode, we were joined by Ames High senior, David Lee. We had an amazing conversation about being on the YSS Corporate Board of Directors, his training to complete a half Ironman Triathlon, and how being a dreamer led him to love of storytelling.

#043 with Emily Lair and the Agriculture Program at AHS Apr 27, 2023

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On this episode, we were joined by Emily Lair, Career and Technical Education Agriculture teacher at Ames High. We had an amazing conversation about agriculture, changes in technology, and the FFA program.

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