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#LIM: The 7 Habits in Fort Zumwalt Schools Nov 07, 2021

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The Seven Habits of Happy Kids have taken hold in the Fort Zumwalt School District. In this FORTiTUDE podcast, hear from parents, teachers and administrators about the power of common language. It's a tool that has spread across the district, leading to stronger connections for students and helping them reach their full potential. #edchat #K12

S4 E9 - #FZSupt: Transition Oct 24, 2021

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We check in with Superintendent Dr. Bernie DuBray and catch up on the many achievements being celebrated across Fort Zumwalt School District.

We'll spend some time with Deputy Superintendent Dr. Paul Myers and hear from them both regarding the announcement at the October Board of Education meeting that Dr. DuBray will retire after the 2022-2023 school year. The Board named Dr. Myers Superintendent Elect, beginning 2022-2023.

S4E8 - #21stCenturySkills Building Tomorrow's Workforce, Part I Oct 10, 2021

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Preparing Workforce 2030 means providing hands-on coursework rooted in collaboration and problem solving. Since it was first implemented in #FZSD in 2014, @PLTW courses have brought high school students hands-on learning in computer science, health science and engineering that lead to college credit and an understanding of possible career pathways. Last year, Project Lead the Way (PLTW) was introduced at FZ middle schools, where every sixth grader now takes an introductory coding class. Hear from Computer Science teachers about the skills students are carrying beyond the PLTW classroom and see why FZSD high schools are recognized as PLTW Distinguished Schools in this FORTiTUDE podcast.

S4E7 - Grow Your Own Teacher Sep 19, 2021

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#FZSD has been growing our own teachers since the early 2000s. In this #EdChat, learn more about the application process for seniors who are interested in becoming teachers in high needs areas. The deadline to apply for the $32,000 tuition assistance program is Oct. 15, 2021. Tune in to hear from veteran teacher Kelsie Ballmann, who is celebrating her tenth year as a Rock Creek Elementary special education teacher and from Nicole Orf, in her first year as a math teacher at West High School, about the process, the rewards, and their passion for teaching and learning.

S4E6 - Keep up with Fort Zumwalt Sep 12, 2021

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There are lots of ways to Keep Up With Fort Zumwalt. Check out these channels to help you strengthen the connection between your home and your child's school, or to learn more about the achievements and initiatives of the Fort Zumwalt School District.

Parents and staff: Be sure to text YES to 68453 to opt in for texts

And check out the Canvas Parent Observer instructions here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1MzmN9GruQ9ARBPJbI_zjifeHGHUWIgzQbqpPgs0m9lo/edit

S4E5 - #FZSupt Update, Classes begin Aug 29, 2021

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In his monthly update, #FZSupt Dr. Bernie DuBray recaps his annual First Day Tour, when he visits each of our 27 schools to check-in on students and staff as the new year gets underway. Learn more about the district’s Covid dashboard, transportation department and plans for future facilities maintenance and upgrades in this FORTiTUDE podcast.

S4E4 - Meet Dr. Ed Dreyer, West High Principal Aug 22, 2021

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Meet Dr. Ed Dreyer. Students and parents have seen Dr. Dreyer over the years in the West High hallways, on the sidelines or at concerts. After 11 years as an assistant principal, he has taken on his new role as building principal at West High School

S4E2 - Meet Flint Hill Principal Jaime Redding Aug 08, 2021

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Meet Jaime Redding, the new principal at Flint Hill Elementary School. Hear about her unusual journey to get here, and how much she appreciates it now that she’s arrived.

S4E3 - Meet Twin Chimneys Principal Tara Goerss Aug 08, 2021

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Meet Tara Goerss. It might not be the first time, she’s been with Fort Zumwalt School District for more than 13 years. But this year she takes on a new role, Principal at Twin Chimneys Elementary School. Learn about her journey, and her plans to Learn, Love and Lead.

S4E1- #FZSupt Update 07.25.21 Jul 25, 2021

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In his monthly update, #FZSupt Dr. Bernie DuBray stops by #FORTiTUDEonair and reviews current plans for the return to school. Tune in to learn more about federal stimulus funds available to FZSD, and head to fz.k12.mo.us by July 27 to participate in the district survey about the use of those funds.

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