Best Oregon School District Podcasts (2024)

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How to Know You Are Implementing UDL with Loui Lord Nelson 51:58

9m ago51:58

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About the Guest(s): Loui Lord Nelson, an internationally recognized expert in Universal Design for Learning (UDL), is the author of the bestselling book, "Design and Deliver." A former special education teacher, Louie is renowned for her work on UDL at various levels, including district, national, and international stages. She has been awarded her …

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S2 E21 - A Crystal Apple Ft. Mike Derrick and Nina Andreev 20:08

7h ago20:08

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Today we are talking with a longtime Oregon teacher - and somewhat of a celebrity - who was recently awarded the prestigious Crystal Apple Award. Tune in to hear directly from OHS art teacher, Mike Derrick, and one of the students who nominated him for this honor.By Oregon School District

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Creating spaces of belonging and cultural exchange in Bend 4:41

11m ago4:41

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Creating spaces of belonging and cultural exchange in BendBy Oregon Public Broadcasting

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Candidate Conversations - Keke Powell - Austin, Texas 24:41

7h ago24:41

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Candidate Conversations by the National Board is a chance to speak with educators who are currently on their National Board journey. Danielle Brown, NBCT, continues our school year-long journey with Keke Powell! She is a second-grade teacher in Texas and is super fun and engaging! In this episode, we catch up with Keke after submission and how she …

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Proposed mountain bike trails in Tillamook face uphill fight 4:28

21h ago4:28

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Proposed mountain bike trails in Tillamook face uphill fightBy Oregon Public Broadcasting

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Naked barley is coming to change your mind about barley 6:01

21h ago6:01

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Naked barley is coming to change your mind about barleyBy Oregon Public Broadcasting

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JD's shoe repair in Portland says goodbye after 15 years 4:32

2d ago4:32

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JD's shoe repair in Portland says goodbye after 15 yearsBy Oregon Public Broadcasting

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At issue in Providence nurses strike: Oregon’s hospital staffing law 5:17

3d ago5:17

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More than 3,000 nurses at six Providence hospitals across the state are set to go on strike for three days this week. In an unusual turn of events, they’re striking in part over the rollout of a law that was hailed just two years ago as a major win for the nurses union and the first of its kind in the nation.…

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MetalMania 4:42

4d ago4:42

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Portland’s MetalMania blends wrestling and heavy metal for raucous eventBy Oregon Public Broadcasting

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How shipping containers and the Port of Portland play a vital role in Oregon’s economy 4:54

6d ago4:54

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The shipping container service was in jeopardy of disappearing until Governor Tina Kotek stepped in to propose $40 million in state funds for the Port.By Oregon Public Broadcasting

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Portland's Langbaan wins the coveted Outstanding Restaurant category at the 2024 James Beard Awards. 4:51

6d ago4:51

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The most outstanding restaurant in the US is located inside another restaurant in Northwest Portland. It’s appropriately named Langbaan, which means “back of the house” and serves a five course tasting menu of elevated Thai food with Pacific Northwest ingredients.By Oregon Public Broadcasting

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For this Portland vexillologist, every day is Flag Day 5:00

6d ago5:00

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Neighbors in Portland’s Forest Park get a new glimpse of Ted Kaye’s flag collection dailyBy Oregon Public Broadcasting

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S2 E20 - Pride in the Park 13:04

7d ago13:04

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Today we are meeting up with some students from our GSA student organization from Oregon High School to get the inside scoop on their recent Pride in the Park event and thoughts on Pride Month.By Oregon School District

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Reframing Special Education Using Strengths-Based IEPs with April Rehrig 51:58

7d ago51:58

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About the Guest(s): April Rehrig is the founder of Rise Educational Advocacy and Consulting, LLC. With over 20 years of experience as an elementary school teacher and school psychologist in Los Angeles, April is a licensed educational psychologist and a board-certified special education advocate. She has attended the prestigious COPAA SEAT 2.0 and …

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Former Oregon Gov. Neil Goldschmidt has died 5:52

7d ago5:52

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Goldschmidt, once a towering figure in state and national politics, admitted sexually abusing a teenager and attempting to cover it up.By Oregon Public Broadcasting

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High schoolers turn the tide on coastal Oregon’s seafood workforce in new program 4:49

9d ago4:49

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High schoolers turn the tide on coastal Oregon’s seafood workforce in new programBy Oregon Public Broadcasting

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HSD Podcast de la Semana, 10 de junio de 2024 - Últimos días de clases 8:20

10d ago8:20

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Ha llegado el final del año escolar 2023-24, lo que significa que es hora de aprender algunas lecciones finales, tener los días de campo, firmar el anuario escolar y esperar con ansias el receso de verano. Habrá actividades y servicios de cuidado infantil limitados después del horario escolar durante toda la semana (Boys & Girls Club ya ha cerrado …

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HSD HR High Five Podcast Episode 16 - HSD in One Word (2024) 15:55

10d ago15:55

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This month is the final episode of our 2023-24 podcast season, and we are ending the school year by sharing a collection of answers from our guests responding to the prompt “In one word, what does HSD mean to you?” As you listen to the montage of these words and stories, we hope that you can identify what HSD means to you too! We will be taking a b…

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Hillsboro School District Weekly Hot News, June 10, 2024 - Last Days of School 7:30

10d ago7:30

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The end of the 2023-24 school year has arrived, which means it’s time for learning a few final lessons, field days, yearbook signing, and looking forward to summer vacation. There will be limited after-school child care and activities all week - note that Boys & Girls Club has closed for the year; please check with your child’s school for specifics…

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A new District Attorney for Multnomah County 5:55

13d ago5:55

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Multnomah County has a new district attorney. Nathan Vasquez defeated his boss Mike Schmidt and will become the county’s top prosecutor in 2025.By Oregon Public Broadcasting

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Vancouver gnome trail 4:05

14d ago4:05

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Vancouver gnome trailBy Oregon Public Broadcasting

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FEED DROP: AMI The Pulse 26:13

14d ago26:13

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Think Inclusive is off this week as we prep for the homestretch to season 11. This week, we have a feed drop for you from our friends at AMI. It’s called The Pulse. In this episode: Journalists Amy Silverman and Rebecca Montelion discuss ableism, journalism, and intellectual disability. They explore the importance of plain language in news reportin…

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S2 E19 - Graduation Speakers Ft. Jada Anderson, Aaron Dieter, and Ada Marcin 19:27

14d ago19:27

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With the Class of 2024 graduation ceremony around the corner, we spoke with commencement speakers Jada Anderson, Aaron Dieter, and Ada Marcin about what they've learned in their time with the OSD as well as a preview of what they'll discuss in their graduation speeches.By Oregon School District

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Oregon Ballet Theatre shatters attendance record 5:05

14d ago5:05

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Oregon Ballet Theatre had 92,000 attendees this year, the best attendance record ever. We talk with executive director Shane Jewell about what they did right this season.By Oregon Public Broadcasting

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HSD Podcast de la Semana, 3 de junio de 2024 - Celebrando la graduación de la Clase de 2024 7:40

17d ago7:40

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¡Es la semana de ceremonias de graduación en el Distrito Escolar de Hillsboro! Este es un momento en el que reflexionamos sobre el pasado y vemos hacia el futuro mientras celebramos el arduo trabajo de todos nuestros estudiantes y sus muchos logros a lo largo de su trayectoria educativa desde PreK hasta el grado 12, y anticipamos los diversos camin…

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Black students see success in the Class of 2025 7:16

17d ago7:16

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Black students see success in the Class of 2025By Oregon Public Broadcasting

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New jets and renovations coming to Oregon Air National Guard 4:41

17d ago4:41

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New jets and renovations coming to Oregon Air National GuardBy Oregon Public Broadcasting

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Umatilla tribal leader passes the drip torch to future generations learning about prescribed fire 4:42

19d ago4:42

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Before colonization, many Northwestern tribes used fire to replenish lands. Those fires burned grasses and underbrush, adding nutrients to the soil and helping plants germinate. Raymond Huesties of the Umatilla tribe is sharing this knowledge of prescribed fire with younger generations.By Oregon Public Broadcasting

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Beaverton author announced as finalist for literary awards 6:04

20d ago6:04

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In Rachel K. Jones’ fantasy/horror story “The Sound of Children Screaming,” a fourth-grade teacher and her students find themselves in a magical world during a school shooting. The story draws inspiration from real-life events. The Beaverton author’s short story is a finalist for several literary awards, including the Hugo, Nebula and Bram Stoker a…

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Out for Delivery: hanging with a rural postal carrier 7:15

20d ago7:15

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An At Work WIth Connie Gunn, a rural postal carrier in Scappoose, OregonBy Oregon Public Broadcasting

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Hillsboro School District Weekly Hot News, June 3, 2024 - Celebrating the Class of 2024 7:10

20d ago7:10

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It’s graduation week in the Hillsboro School District! This is a time where we both reflect on the past and look forward to the future as we celebrate all of our students’ hard work and many accomplishments over their PreK-12 career, and anticipate the various pathways they will embark upon after leaving our system. Following are the dates, times, …

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Joe Evans, NBCT - Science Educator - Maryland Eastern Shore 10:53

20d ago10:53

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In this inspiring episode, we sit with Joe Evans, a National Board Certified Teacher in Adolescent and Young Adult Science. Currently teaching AP Biology, Biology, and Forensics, Joe shares his powerful 28-year teaching journey marked by persistence, professional growth, and a relentless pursuit of accomplished practice. Joe initially sought Nation…

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Breaking Barriers: How JDS Creative Academy is Empowering Adults with Developmental Disabilities 44:38

21d ago44:38

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About the Guest(s): Diane Strand is an accomplished entrepreneur, influential leader in the creative industry, and an advocate for inclusion through the arts. With a rich background that includes credentials from iconic shows such as "Friends," "General Hospital," and "Veronica's Closet," Diane's expertise spans across production and acting. Alongs…

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Remembering Portland Trail Blazers legend Bill Walton 5:38

23d ago5:38

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Bill Walton died this week at the age of 71. Many are remembering his dominance as a pro-basketball center, including with the championship-winning Portland Trail Blazers in 1977. After he retired, he enjoyed a second life as a unique and off-the-wall announcer.By Oregon Public Broadcasting

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HSD Podcast de la Semana, 27 de mayo de 2024 - Día de las profesiones aeroespaciales de HSD 7:40

23d ago7:40

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El viernes, 17 de mayo, más de 1,500 estudiantes de HSD, incluyendo los estudiantes de tercer grado de dieciséis escuelas primarias y estudiantes de octavo grado de las escuelas secundarias Poynter y Evergreen, participaron en un Día de las profesiones aeroespaciales durante el Oregon Air Show en el aeropuerto de Hillsboro. El evento fue creado con…

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How the outcome of county DA election might influence campaigns for Portland mayor 4:06

23d ago4:06

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Mayoral candidates Carmen Rubio and Rene Gonzalez each had a rooting interest in the race for county prosecutor. The results suggest a rightward shift countywide, with potential implications for City Hall this fall.By Oregon Public Broadcasting

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Two Oregon women spend years sifting through ashes to give veterans a proper burial 4:57

23d ago4:57

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Two Oregon women spend years sifting through ashes to give veterans a proper burialBy Oregon Public Broadcasting

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Two Oregon women spend years sifting through ashes to give veterans a proper burial 4:35

23d ago4:35

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After noticing that many abandoned cremated remains in Portland belonged to veterans, the two volunteers launched a decade-long effort to find them and give them a soldier’s resting placeBy Oregon Public Broadcasting

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Volunteers find new homes for abandoned remains 4:57

24d ago4:57

4:57

Volunteers find new homes for abandoned remainsBy Oregon Public Broadcasting

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Bikini Barista business with reporter Lauren Yoshiko 7:04

25d ago7:04

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Bikini Barista stands in Portland are increasingly owned by women.By Oregon Public Broadcasting

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Oregon settles child-welfare civil lawsuit; expert will be appointed to oversee the troubled system 5:13

27d ago5:13

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The settlement stipulates Disability Rights Oregon and the state will agree upon a “neutral,” an expert to oversee the foster care system and work with the individual to improve the child-welfare system, primarily by reducing the rate of mistreatment and improving the quality of placements.By Oregon Public Broadcasting

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Hillsboro School District Weekly Hot News, May 27, 2024 - HSD Aerospace Career Day 7:40

27d ago7:40

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On Friday, May 17th, more than 1500 HSD students - including third-graders from sixteen elementary schools and eighth-graders from Poynter and Evergreen Middle Schools - participated in an Aerospace Career Day during the Oregon Air Show at the Hillsboro Airport. The event was co-created by HSD’s Elementary Career and College Pathways and the Oregon…

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Understanding Behavior in Education: Shifting Perspectives and Supporting Students with Dr. Emily King 53:22

28d ago53:22

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About the Guest(s): Dr. Emily King is a licensed psychologist with a background in school psychology and a passion for supporting neurodivergent individuals. Her professional history includes working as a school psychologist and providing consultation services for educators and parents. Dr. King focuses on understanding and supporting diverse learn…

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Results from the May 21 2024 Oregon primary 4:58

29d ago4:58

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Results from the May 21 2024 Oregon primaryBy Oregon Public Broadcasting

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The graduation of Daiichi Takeoka from UO law school a century ago illuminates barriers for nowadays Asian American lawyers. 4:51

29d ago4:51

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The graduation of Daiichi Takeoka from UO law school a century ago illuminates barriers for nowadays Asian American lawyers.By Oregon Public Broadcasting

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Utility watchdog calls to cap Oregon rate hikes as energy bills continue to rise 3:57

1M ago3:57

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As electric and gas rates continue to rise, an advocacy group for utility customers is proposing rate caps on energy increases for all for-profit utilities to help avoid high energy bills.By Oregon Public Broadcasting

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HSD Podcast de la Semana, 20 de mayo de 2024 - Mes de Concientización sobre la Salud Mental 6:55

1M ago6:55

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Mayo es el Mes de Concientización sobre la Salud Mental, dedicado a priorizar y promover conversaciones honestas sobre nuestro bienestar social y emocional. La salud mental incluye cómo manejamos el estrés, nos conectamos con los demás y tomamos decisiones saludables. Cuidar nuestra salud mental es tan importante como cuidar nuestra salud física. P…

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HSD HR High Five Podcast Episode 15 - Commitment 13:41

1M ago13:41

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In this episode we discuss the topic of commitment with three guests who have had different roles and long careers of service within HSD. We hope you feel inspired by what you hear today and that it leads you to find renewed and ongoing commitment in the work you do each day, both inside and outside of HSD! Featured staff: Carol Hatfield — Executiv…

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The Korean Mama's rise to foodie fame 6:00

1M ago6:00

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Jane Kim became an unexpected internet celebrity when her son started filming her reactions when they went out to eat. Now, under the handle "The Korean Mama", Jane and her son Ed are bringing joy to more than a million followers on social media platforms like TikTok, YouTube and Instagram.By Oregon Public Broadcasting

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Hillsboro School District WEEKLY HOT NEWS, MAY 20, 2024 - MENTAL HEALTH AWARENESS MONTH 6:25

1M ago6:25

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May is Mental Health Awareness Month, dedicated to prioritizing and promoting open conversations about our social and emotional wellbeing. Mental health encompasses how we manage stress, connect with others, and make healthy choices. Taking care of our mental health is just as important as taking care of our physical health. We can support our ment…

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