The Fishbowl: Eyes on Education

In this episode, Seth Petty discusses the experiences that shaped his leadership, the importance of accountability and student outcomes, and the role Detroit Community Schools plays as a beacon of hope in the Brightmoor community. Through meaningful partnerships, innovative programming, and a relentless focus on students, DCS is creating pathways for success and transforming lives.

Dr. Nick Orlowski joins Chris this week on The Fishbowl to discuss his 'One Word' for the year. The 'One Word' concept is about focusing on a single word as a guiding principle, bringing clarity, simplicity, and intentional living instead of juggling multiple goals. Tune in for an inspiring conversation!

On today's episode of The Fishbowl , Chris sits down with members of the team from Arts and Technology Academy of Pontiac to celebrate their outstanding basketball season! From dedication to their many triumphs, tune in for the inside scoop on the journey that made this season unforgettable.

This week on The Fishbowl , Chris is joined by Dr. Lisa Weir for a very special Two for Tuesday episode. In honor of her late father's birthday, Dr. Weir shares two invaluable pieces of wisdom he passed down to her. Tune in for a heartfelt conversation you won't want to miss.

This week on Two for Tuesday, Chris sits down with Dawn Marshall, Chief Compliance Officer at CS Partners. Tune in for a fresh episode packed with two valuable insights designed to boost both your personal and professional life.

This week, Chris returns to the fishbowl with special guests Holly Kilburn and Michele Lewis as they dive into the concept of  One Word for 2025 . The One Word challenge is all about choosing a single word to focus on throughout the year. In this episode, Holly, Michele, and Chris share their chosen words and discuss how focusing on one powerful word can simplify life, boost focus, and inspire las...

This week on Two for Tuesday, Chris sits down with Kait Burton, Payroll Specialist at CS Partners. Tune in for a fresh episode packed with two valuable insights designed to boost both your personal and professional life.

This week on Two for Tuesday, Chris sits down with Andrea Whitney, Payroll and Accounts Receivable Specialist at CS Partners. Tune in for a fresh episode packed with two valuable insights designed to boost both your personal and professional life.

Join Chris Matheson as he dives deep into the latest M-Step results with CS Partner's Director of Professional Learning/S2, Nick Orlowski. In this enlightening episode, they explore how socioeconomic status shapes educational outcomes and what it means for our schools and students. Tune in for insights that challenge the status quo and inspire change in our education system!

This week on Two for Tuesday, Chris sits down with Laura Carpenter, Senior Vice President of School Financial Operations at CS Partners. Tune in for a fresh episode packed with two valuable insights designed to boost both your personal and professional life.

This week on Two for Tuesday, Chris sits down with Chris Collins, the Director of Campus Recreation & Fitness at SVSU. Tune in for a fresh episode packed with two valuable insights designed to boost both your personal and professional life.

Join Chris this week for the latest Two for Tuesday, where each episode features two insightful ideas aimed at enhancing your personal and professional life.

Join Chris this week for the latest Two for Tuesday, where each episode features two insightful ideas aimed at enhancing your personal and professional life.

Join Chris this week for the latest Two for Tuesday, where each episode features two insightful ideas aimed at enhancing your personal and professional life.

Join Chris this week for the premiere of Two for Tuesday, where each episode features two insightful ideas aimed at enhancing your personal and professional life.

On this episode of The Fishbowl, host Chris Matheson and this week's guests, Dr. Sarah Pazur and Dr. Nick Orlowski dive into the complexities of America's educational landscape. Together, they dissect a thought-provoking article from the Wall Street Journal titled "America Has Too Many Schools." In this captivating conversation, Dr. Pazur and Dr. Orlowski, each bringing their unique perspectives,...

  Welcome to the newest episode of the Fishbowl Podcast, where we're excited to have Joe Corkran as our special guest! Join your host Chris Matheson as they embark on a deep dive into Joe's captivating journey, delving into his career, his adventures in educational athletics, and his dedication to community service.

Join Chris this week in The Fishbowl as he sits down with Dr. Nick Orlowski and Ryan Tomlinson to delve into the pivotal role of relationships within educational settings. Tune in to explore their insights on cultivating social capital and gain valuable tips for fostering connections that can help enhance attendance and mitigate behavioral challenges in schools.      

Join Chris this week in The Fishbowl as he sits down with Dr. Sarah Pazur to dive into her experience at the Deeper Learning Conference in San Diego, hosted at High Tech High. Dr. Pazur, alongside FlexTech High School's Instructional Coach, Joy Lyman, co-presented on the intriguing topic of "What Poetry Makes Possible." Tune in to this episode to explore their fascinating insights and discussions.

Join Chris and Harold as they dive into the latest from Flint! From community updates to impactful events, get ready for an engaging discussion on what exactly is shaping the city.

This week, Chris is accompanied by three colleagues from CS Partners as they delve into the significance of their chosen "One Word" for the year. Join the conversation as Ellen Cramer, Chris Douglas, and Kate Sartori share insights into their roles within the company and their aspirations for the year ahead.

This week on The Fishbowl, Chris is joined by Heather Sherrer and Michelle Soltz as they delve into their chosen One Word for 2024. Tune in to this insightful episode as they share their perspectives and reflections for the year ahead.

Join Chris in The Fishbowl this week as he welcomes three new guests to the podcast. Anna Hickel, Amanda Clark, and Andrea Whitney share their One Word choices for 2024. Tune in to this episode to discover their inspiring and thought-provoking insights!

It's a new year, which means it's time to kick off the One Word series! Laura Carpenter, SVP of School Financial Operations, joins Chris in The Fishbowl to reflect on their past words, and discuss Laura's One Word for 2024 and her priorities for implementing it both personally and professionally. Tune in to hear what word she chose!      

CS Partners Chief Human Resource Officer Carlie Lockwood joins Chris in The Fishbowl to discuss Peace, Love, and Joy and how she hopes to work on each moving forward in her day-to-day life.