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Open Insights

Education EN ↓ 9 episodes

Welcome to Open Insights — the podcast where innovation meets practicality in K-12 education. Each episode dives into creative approaches to the challenges schools face today, spotlighting solutions that combine out-of-the-box thinking with real-world feasibility. We’ll explore how data-driven insights can guide innovation, helping schools and educators make informed, impactful decisions that truly transform learning. Whether you're an educator, administrator, or simply passionate about the future of education, we’re here to inspire new ideas and actionable change. Let’s innovate together!

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How Dallas ISD is Changing Education with Data (Ep. 7) 20.10.2025 42:28

How Dallas ISD is Changing Education with Data

Beyond the Diploma: Creating Opportunities for Students (Ep. 6) 01.08.2025 21:05

Join us for another episode of the Abre Open Insights podcast! Today, host Zach Vander Veen, Co-Founder and Chief Innovation Officer of Abre sits down with David Ritchey, Superintendent of Lamesa ISD, to discuss the challenges and opportunities of educational leadership. David shares his perspective on using data to drive student success, ensuring financial resources are allocated effectively, and...

Empowering Latino Leaders in Education (Ep. 5) 30.07.2025 28:08

In this powerful episode of the Abre Podcast, host Zach Vander Veen sits down with Dr. Celina Estrada Thomas, Executive Director of TALAS (Texas Association of Latino Administrators and Superintendents). Drawing from her 41 years in education, Dr. Thomas shares her inspiring journey from being the daughter of a migrant worker to becoming a superintendent and now leading TALAS. Dr. Thomas discusses...

Unlocking Success Through Strategic School Communication (Ep. 4) 28.07.2025 27:18

Tune in for another episode of the Open Insights Podcast! Today, host Zach Vander Veen, Co-Founder and Chief Innovation Officer of Abre, sits down with Kristyn Cathey, Chief of Communication & Public Relations at Alief ISD. Kristyn shares insights into the successes and challenges her district faces and the vital role communication plays in managing them. From navigating difficult messages to...

MTSS and Early Warning: The Importance of Good Data (Ep. 3) 10.04.2025 19:48

Education leaders discuss the transformative role of early warning systems and data integration in supporting students, emphasizing the importance of actionable data for targeted interventions and addressing chronic absenteeism to enhance educational outcomes.

Saving Time, Saving Money, & Enhancing Focus: The Abre Advantage with Loveland City Schools (Ep. 2) 15.03.2025 20:20

In this episode we sit down with Dr. Stace Puerta and Adam Samuels of Loveland Schools to discuss how Abre has transformed their district by integrating and replacing multiple platforms into one system. By completing this integration, Loveland has saved time and money while increasing engagement with their families.

Preparing Del Valle ISD for Growth (Ep. 1) 27.02.2025 16:24

In this episode of Open Insights, host Zach Vander Veen sits down with Dr. Matthew Gutierrez to discuss the challenges and strategies involved in transitioning as a superintendent and executive leader.

The Origins of Abre 11.02.2025 26:59

In Episode 0, Part 2 of the Abre Podcast, host Ben Wiggins continues the conversation with Zach Vander Veen, Co-Founder and Chief Innovation Officer of Abre, and James Stoffer, CEO of Abre. Zach and James share the story behind Abre’s origin and reflect on their initial impressions of one another as colleagues, highlighting the shared values that shaped their working relationship.

Episode 0, Part 1: Launching the Abre Podcast 19.01.2025 13:43

Welcome to the premiere episode of the Abre Podcast! Host Ben Wiggins kicks off the series with an engaging conversation featuring Zach Vander Veen, Co-founder and Chief Innovation Officer of Abre, and James Stoffer, CEO of Abre. In this episode, Zach and James introduce the vision for the podcast, which centers on thought leadership and real stories of educational change. They discuss how Abre al...