DNUSD Coffee and Conversation

On this episode of the Coffee & Conversation Podcast, we are joined by Lisa Howard to chat about the importance of regular attendance in schools. Listen in to gain a deeper understanding of the impact of chronic absenteeism on student learning and academic achievement. You will also receive valuable insights and learn about resources available for both parents and students to improve attendance an...

Monday, January 9th, is Law Enforcement Appreciation Day! On this special episode of the Coffee & Conversation Podcast, we are joined by members of our local law enforcement agencies to talk about law enforcement in our schools, how our local agencies work together, and the best places to get accurate, up-to-date information on emergencies and crises in our county. Host: Jeff Harris - Superintende...

Join us this week as we discuss what supports are available to families during winter break. Guests: Lisa Howard - MTSS Coordinator Julie Clark - Director of Nutrition Services Host: Jeff Harris - Superintendent

Join us for the latest episode of the Coffee & Conversation Podcast. In this episode, we are joined by the Assistant Superintendent of Business, Jeff Napier, and the Public Information Officer/Director of Communications, Michael Hawkins, to discuss emergency communications within the school district. Learn more about how the district gets these vital communications out to families and what you can...

Join us for our latest episode of the Coffee & Conversation Podcast where we are joined by some of our performing arts teachers from throughout the district to talk about their role in our schools, upcoming performances, and the positive effect the arts have on our schools and community. Host: Jeff Harris - Superintendent of Schools Guests: Collin Kirkwood - Del Norte High Music Teacher Katie Peña...

Join us this week for our Native American Heritage Month episode of the Coffee & Conversation Podcast where we get to talk to Phillip Williams and James Gensaw about the importance of Native American Heritage in our district and around the country as well as the growth and revitalization of our local tribes. Host: Jeff Harris - Superintendent of Schools Guests: Phillip Williams - Yurok Tribal Coun...

Join us this week for a Veteran's Day episode of the Coffee & Conversation Podcast where we are joined by three of our staff who have all served in the military. Get an inside look at what military life is like and what opportunities it may hold for potential future service members. Host: Jeff Harris - Superintendent of Schools Guests: Jimmy Diehl - Maintenance Specialist II Shawn Schubert - Maint...

Tune in this week as we are joined by Erin Gates, Deputy District Superintendent of the Redwood National and State Parks. We discuss the Greater Outdoor Access and Learning program and the great opportunity this brings to our community.  Host: Jeff Harris - Superintendent of Schools Guests: Erin Gates - Deputy District Superintendent of the Redwood National and State Parks

Tune in this week as we are joined by Lisa Howard, the DNCOE MTSS Coordinator, as well as Nicholas LaFazio, a Special Education Program Specialist at our district. They will be talking about Multi-tiered systems of support, also known as MTSS. MTSS is an important topic that covers almost the full educational spectrum for our students, including attendance, academics, and social-emotional learning...

Join us this week as we talk with two of our district teachers about parent/teacher conferences. Find out what to expect at your students conference and get some helpful insight as to what you should be asking their teachers. Host: Jeff Harris - Superintendent of Schools Guests: Thaddeus Wuest - Teacher - Crescent Elk Middle School Jaime Wanke - Teacher - Bess Maxwell Elementary

Check out this weeks episode of the Coffee & Conversation Podcast where we will be joined by four of our outstanding Del Norte High School students for a great conversation about their school, the programs that are offered and what the future holds for DNHS. Get a student's perspective on what's going on in the district. Host: Jeff Harris Guests: Haven Diehl Lillian Flores Riley Hudson Noah Hergen...

Join us for our latest episode of the Coffee & Conversation Podcast where we will be discussing transportation within our district. We are joined by the Director of Transportation as well as two of our bus drivers to discuss what's new in their department and important information on school bus safety. Host: Jeff Harris - Superintendent of Schools Guests: Kenna Burshem - Director of Transportation...

Join us for this episode of the Coffee & Conversation Podcast where we will be talking technology within our district. In this episode we are joined by the Director of Information Network Services to discuss the importance of technology in schools today, what's new with tech and devices in our schools and how our district plans to stay ahead of the technological curve. Host: Jeff Harris - Superint...

Join us for this episode of the Coffee & Conversation Podcast where we will be talking about mental health and wellness. Learn about resources available in our district and the importance of mental health and wellness in schools. Host: Jeff Harris - Superintendent of Schools Guests: Lisa Howard - MTSS Specialist Terrin Musbach - Culture & Climate Coach Nick LaFazio - Special Education: Program Spe...

Tune in to this latest episode where we will be talking about Health & Wellness as well as Reading Interventions. We are joined this week by Jennifer Eames, Lora Schultz, Luana Pennington, and Vonya Genoud to talk about health and wellness for all students and how their programs help to ensure a child gets the most out of their educational opportunities. Host: Jeff Harris - Superintendent of Schoo...

Tune in to this latest episode where we will be talking about our Independent Study Program. We are joined this week by Angie Marshall who will be discussing important information and tips for families who are interested in Long Term Independent Study for their student. Host: Jeff Harris - Superintendent of Schools Guests: Angie Marshall - Principal of Mountain Elementary School/Director of Indepe...

Tune in this week as we talk school readiness and what that means for students and families. We are joined this week by School Principals Alison Eckart, Angie Marshall and Paige Swan who will be discussing what school readiness means for different grades and important tips to be prepared for the upcoming school year. Host: Jeff Harris - Superintendent of Schools Guests: Angie Marshall - Principal...

Welcome back to a new year of the Coffee & Conversation Podcast! In this episode we will be joined by Jeff Napier, Elise Hoff and Kristin Bergren to discuss registration for the 2022/23 school year as well as Bus Service enrollment and other important information on the Educational Benefit Form. Host: Jeff Harris - Superintendent of Schools Guests: Jeff Napier - Assistant Superintendent of Busines...

Tune in this week as we have Del Norte High School Principal Alison Eckart and Teacher Jeff Van Pelt join us to talk about the new Construction Trades shop, our Career & Technical Education (CTE) programs at the high school as well as the upcoming Tiny Home Auction. Host: Jeff Harris - Superintendent of Schools Guests: Alison Eckart - Del Norte High School Principal Jeff Van Pelt - CTE Teacher at...

Tune in this week as we are joined by Lisa Howard - MTSS Coach, Jennifer Bartholomew - Family Engagement Liaison, and Ryan Bahten - Director of Information Network Services They will be discussing new information on attendance as well as talking with one of our Family Engagement Liaisons to learn how they are supporting our students and their families throughout the district. Host: Jeff Harris - S...

Tune in this week as we are joined by Leslee Machado - Director of Curriculum and Instruction, Rae Fearing - Director of Innovations and Special Programs and April Martin - District Testing Coordinator. They will be covering what our district's state testing will look like this year as well as the changes and challenges that have occurred over the last 2 years. Host: Jeff Harris - Superintendent o...

Tune in this week as we are joined by Summer Pyke, Director of Classified Personnel. She will be talking about our ongoing Classified Class and Compensation Study and what this means for classified staff throughout the district. Host: Jeff Harris - Superintendent of Schools Guests: Summer Pyke - Director of Classified Personnel

Tune in this week as we are joined by Jeff Napier - Assistant Superintendent of Business Services and Tom Kissinger - Assistant Superintendent of Educational Services. They will be talking about our school district's LCAP (Local Control and Accountability Plan) and what this means for funding in our schools. Host: Jeff Harris - Superintendent of Schools Guests: Jeff Napier - Assistant Superintende...

Tune in this week as we are joined by Jeff Napier - Assistant Superintendent of Business Services and Bob Hadfield- Del Norte High School Dean of Students and Athletic Director. They will be talking about the the latest changes to COVID-19 regulations in our Schools and for our Athletics programs. Host: Jeff Harris - Superintendent of Schools Guests: Jeff Napier - Assistant Superintendent of Busin...

Tune in this week as we are joined by Alissia Northrup - County Clerk/Recorder, Registrar of Voters, Public Administrator, Don McArthur - President of the Board of Trustees, and Jonathan Berry-Smith - an associate with the Lozano Smith Law Firm. They will be talking about the the by-trustee area elections and what that means for our district. Host: Jeff Harris - Superintendent of Schools Guests: A...