F.A.C.E.-TIME with Ashley

In this episode, Cate Poage, school counselor at John Small, and three of her students discuss “Start with Hello”.  Benefits of this curriculum include teaching kids how to start conversations and noticing when peers do not feel included.  Not only do these skills help students make friends, but there are multiple long-term benefits. F.A.C.E. Time with Ashley is a BCS Studios Community P...

How did BCS start podcasting? Why does Beaufort County podcast?  How does BCS Studios impact Beaufort County? Who are the people behind FACE Time and Open Mic?  During the second podcast of season two, Kristen, Paul, and Ashley answer these questions and reflect on season one.  This behind-the-scenes podcast highlights lessons learned and goals for the future.   F.A.C.E. Time w...

On this duel, season 2 episode of FaceTime with Ashley and Open Mic with Kristen, we talk to Dr. Matthew Cheeseman about starting back to school this week. Hear him elaborate on important topics such as climate and safety. Also sending a powerful message of thanks to all staff! F.A.C.E. Time with Ashley and Open Mic with Kristen are BCS Studios Community Podcasts. #WithAllGoodWishes #ThinkDifferen...

Episode #29 Beaufort County Schools is proud of our graduates. In this episode, you will meet three new alumni: John Hamill, Shyann Buck, and Laura Hodges. These young adults are excited about their future plans and excitement of college supported by multiple scholarships F.A.C.E. Time with Ashley is a BCS Studios Community Podcast. #WithAllGoodWishes

#28 Beaufort County Schools supports our students social, emotional, and mental health in multiple ways. During this combined podcast, FaceTime with Ashley and Open Mike with Kristen, you will learn about our mental health support.  Open Mic with Kristen and  F.A.C.E. Time with Ashley are BCS Studios Community Podcast. #WithAllGoodWishes #ThinkDifferentThinkBCS

Our transportation department ensures our students arrive to school and home safely and loved each school day.  In this episode of FACE time with Ashley, we discuss school transportation.  Our director of transportation, Jeffery Miller, and a bus driver, Alicia Worsley, explain their roles and the importance of all areas of this important department. F.A.C.E. Time with Ashley - A BCS Stu...

Episode 26 First Sergeant Bennett and five of his students from Washington High School discuss their experiences with JROTC.  During this emotional podcast you will learn how the US Army JROTC (Junior Reserve Officers' Training Corps) has taught life lessons to each student. More importantly, the students discuss the love of a teacher and the family created by this program. Fair warning, have...

Episode 25 F.A.C.E. Time with Ashley and Open Mic with Kristen combine for a podcast on Beaufort County Schools safety. Dr. Matthew Cheeseman and Captain Darrin Hall discuss protocols and trainings that keep our students out of harm’s way. Listeners will learn how SROs, administrators, families, teachers, and students work together for communication and safety.  F.A.C.E. Time with Ashley and...

Episode 24. In this episode, Ashley chats with several scholarship winners from BCS Early College High School. Along with the celebrations, we learn about their experiences with college searches, what they looked for, and what challenges they ran into in recent months. A big congratulations to ECHS recent scholarship winners!  F.A.C.E. Time with Ashley - A BCS Community Podcast #withallgoodwi...

Episode 23 Beaufort County administrators from each school thank their staff during Teacher Appreciation Week.  Please listen to each thoughtful comment filled with love and awe of our teachers’ work. F.A.C.E. Time with Ashley - A BCS Community Podcast #withallgoodwishes 

Episode 22 In this episode of Face Time with Ashley,  Dr. Matthew Cheeseman discusses school budget. During the podcast, Dr. Cheeseman explains how school and district budgets are created.  Local, state, and federal are explained.    F.A.C.E. Time with Ashley - A BCS Community Podcast #withallgoodwishes

Episode #21 Listen to the Bath Elementary Science Olympiad students tell about their experiences regionally and in the upcoming state competition. Science Olympiad is a science, technology, engineering, and mathematics competition that elevates science education.  There are multiple competitions in a variety of categories that encourage cooperation, research, engineering, and problem solving....

Episode 20 Northside High School students discuss their excitement as they prepare to present Shrek Junior.  The students initially were going to perform this play two years ago but COVID delayed the original performance date.   The new cast members are excited to have this opportunity to share their joy with the audience. F.A.C.E. Time with Ashley - A BCS Community Podcast #withall...

Episode 19: Let's talk Bright Futures with Special Guests Robin McKeithan and Beth Wilder. The mission of Bright Futures Beaufort County is to create partnerships inspiring educational achievement and developing community success to enrich the lives of our children. It is a partnership between Beaufort County Schools and the Washington-Beaufort County Chamber of Commerce. Together we are meeting t...

Episode 18 In this episode Ashley talks with the BCS 2021-2022 Teacher of the Year-Dawn Johnson (PSJ) and the Beginning Teacher of the Year-Brianna Genello (WHS). Listen as they tell their heart-to-heart inspirational stories that encouraged them to be teachers.  F.A.C.E. Time with Ashley - A BCS Community Podcast #withallgoodwishes

Join us for this special episode, as two podcasts F.A.C.E.-Time with Ashley and Open Mic with Kristen, join to talk with the NC Superintendent Catherine Truitt. Ashley Padgett and Kristen Riddle ask the Superintendent Truitt about her experience in our own Beaufort County Schools, what excites her about public school education and her cherished memories of teaching. Plus hear her message to famili...

Episode #16 In this very special episode, Ashley talks with 3 seniors from Beaufort County Schools. They discuss their decisions to enroll in CTE programs and how it has changed their lives. Our guests are Karen Maldonado (Nursing Fundamentals), Deshane Moore (Foods ), and Lori Waters (Fire Academy and Emergency Management).  F.A.C.E. Time with Ashley - A BCS Community Podcast #withallgoodwis...

Episode 15 In this special episode, Ashley discusses how and when inclement weather affects school closing. Listen as Beaufort County Schools Superintendent Matthew Cheeseman talks about the process of making the decision on closing schools for inclement weather. F.A.C.E. Time with Ashley - A BCS Community Podcast #withallgoodwishes

Episode 14 "Online Safety with Gaggle" In this episode Ashley discusses Beaufort County Schools efforts to provide online safety for students with Gaggle. Gaggle is a proactive approach to protecting students while online. Listen as Ashley describes how Gaggle and BCS work together for safety. F.A.C.E. Time with Ashley - A BCS Community Podcast. #withallgoodwishes

In the episode Ashley discusses the continual improvement of Beaufort County School with the Accreditation process. A process that celebrates Beaufort County Schools. Ashley’s special guest is BCS superintendent Mr. Matthew Cheeseman.  F.A.C.E. Time with Ashley - A BCS Community Podcast.

Episode 12 "New BCS Public Information Officer-Kristen Riddle" This episode introduces and features Kristen Riddle, BCS Public Information Officer. Ashley and Kristen talk about the happenings in Beaufort County Schools.  F.A.C.E. Time with Ashley - A BCS Community Podcast.

Episode 11 "The BCS Strategic Plan with Matthew Cheeseman" In this week’s episode, Ashley discusses what is the BCS Strategic Plan and how it helps Beaufort County's students. We are excited to have Mr. Matthew Cheeseman, Beaufort County's Superintendent, as our guest today to discuss Beaufort County School’s strategic plan for the 2022-2027 school years.  F.A.C.E. Time with Ashley - A BCS Co...

Episode 10 "BCS and MTSS" In this week’s episode, Ashley discusses what is MTSS and how it helps Beaufort County's students. Today's guests are Aimee Okane, Maria Morris, and Emily Bland. Listen as they explain what MTSS is and how it’s impacting our students every day. MTSS is a district wide initiative

Episode 9 "BCS and CTE" In this week’s episode, Ashley discusses the relationship between CTE (Career and Technical Education) and its impact on Beaufort County. Today guest is Mrs. Vicki Hamill the CTE Director for BCS. F.A.C.E. Time with Ashley - A BCS Community Podcast.

Episode 8 "BCS and Curriculum" In this week’s episode, Ashley discusses the relationship between curriculum and the NC standards with Emily Myers and Jennifer Smith. They also discuss how families can be invested with the knowledge of how their child is learning and growing with BCS. F.A.C.E. Time with Ashley - A BCS Community Podcast.