Education Buzz Podcast

Join Superintendent Dr. Corey Tafoya and BPAC President Ana Morales in this historic Education Buzz podcast—the first ever in Spanish! They explore the rich history of Harvard, how to get involved in BPAC and the impactful Bilingual and Dual Language Programs in our schools with Director of Bilingual and Dual Language Programs Amber Bowgren.    Únase al Superintendente Dr. Corey Tafoya y a la Pres...

In this episode of Education Buzz, hear from BPA advisor Amy Meza and HHS Senior Payton Halfpenny as they talk about all the success the BPA program has had this year and the history behind the club!

Hear from CUSD 50's CFO Melissa Geyman Sell and her background, district plans, tax levy information, and much more!

Dr. Tafoya sits down with Assistant Superintendent Dr. Vicki Larson and Crosby Elementary Principal Natalie Cowley to ask the important question; How do we grow better readers? 

Dr. Corey Tafoya sits down with Crosby Elementary Assistant Principal Yolanda Roldan and 2nd Grade Dual Language Teacher Maria Mercado to talk about their experiences in education and much more!

Dr. Corey Tafoya sits down with the new Head Athletic Director in CUSD 50 Barry Gurvey, to talk all things athletics, his experience, and some exciting developments happening within the Athletic Department!

Dr. Corey Tafoya sits down with members of the graduation requirements committee, HHS principal Carl Hobbs and HHS Math Teacher Ashley Smith to talk all things graduation!

Dr. Corey Tafoya sits down to begin his fourth season of the Education Buzz Podcast. His first guest is new to Harvard and comes all the way from Alaska. Get to know Crosby's new principal, Natalie Cowley!

In May 2022, Harvard High School graduated a record number of students who had earned their Seal of Biliteracy. Bilingual and Dual Language Coordinator, Amber Bowgren, is here to celebrate this victory with Dr. Corey Tafoya. 

Dr. Tafoya is joined by Harvard High School Principal, Mr. Carl Hobbs, and Harvard Junior High School Principal, Mr. Tom Cardamone.  As education evolves, so does the grading. It is hard to understand philosophies around the new grading tactics. Dr. Tafoya breaks down why grading has changed to better serve students and their learning. 

Dr. Tafoya is joined by Bill Palladino to talk about Harvard CUSD 50's initiative; The Happiness Advantage - Orange Frog. Bill Palladino, is a well-known consultant, speaker, writer, and leader. The Happiness Advantage | Orange Frog Workshop™  provides a blueprint for increasing staff and student engagement, enhancing SEL, and tapping into people's intrinsic motivations.

Harvard CUSD 50 Superintendent Dr. Corey Tafoya examines the Return to School process with Jefferson Elementary School Principal Dr. Judy Floeter. 

Dr. Tafoya sits down with Laura Martinez to talk about school boards. Laura serves as the Field Services Director for the Illinois Association of School Boards. Together, they have a conversation about school board elections and why someone would choose to run for the school board. 

Dr. Tafoya talks with Maura Bridges who serves D50 as the Coordinator of College and Career Readiness.  Maura talks about the importance of AVID within the district and how they are working to prepare all Harvard Students to be ready for wherever their path may lead after high school.

Harvard CUSD 50 Superintendent sits down to talk remote instruction with Harvard Junior High School's Principal, Mr. Cardamone.  Tom Cardamone was new to the district right before Remote Instruction began last March. Dr. Tafoya takes the time for our listeners to learn a little bit more about Tom and his family.